planning and zoning commission agenda - jun 06 ... - City of Surprise

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James Truman, Waddell resident, voiced his concerns:
• Light pollution and contamination,
• Consideration of using shielding on lights to help eliminate light pollution.
Bob Carlisle, Surprise resident, voiced his concerns:
• Ongoing fight with City of Surprise regarding Waddell Road.
• Subsidence.
• Development will have a major impact on lifestyle.
• People run stop signs and do not pay attention to traffic signals or posted speed
limits.
• Need to concentrate on Bell Road.
Danielle Persons, Waddell resident, voiced her concerns:
• Peoria will become a four-lane road; currently a dirt road.
• Her property goes into the middle of Peoria Avenue.
• Impeding her property.
Hearing no further comments from the public, Chairman Senft closed the public hearing.
Mr. Gilbert addressed some of the concerns, first pointing out that a portion of this specific
project has always been shown in the General Plan as an employment retail area. He
mentioned that the widening of Greenway Road will be absorbed on the south side by the
developer; however, the planting of tall trees along Greenway in front of the retail project is
not a consideration.
Director Chesney noted that a rigorous administrative review process is in place where the
community development office has oversight regarding the quality and performance of the
standards.
Commissioner Truitt asked for a better explanation of the redevelopment of Greenway Road.
Mr. Gilbert directed him to the exhibit previous to page 31 of the PAD document which shows
the major arterial and 24' median. There was some discussion about the setbacks and the
drainage areas.
Mr. Gilbert continued to address some additional issues raised by the public. He mentioned
that the development is below the density requested. However, other than the density
concern, the City is interested in executive housing, which the Lake Village project will
provide. He emphasized that it is the school district's decision as to where the schools are
built and this project is in compliance with the district's wishes.
Regarding the lighting issues, Director Chesney explained that the staff is currently working
on improved lighting standards for the City.
Michele Meyer, Kimley Horn, traffic engineer, noted that they are currently designing the
master street plans for this area. She explained that full access to Northwest Ranch will be
available.
Chairman Senft noted that he feels that Prasada is a good project for the city.
Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes - May 16, 2006
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