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Geoffrey Simons, 1991 Dogwood, stated that there is considerable oppositlon in the neighborhood for possible dangers to children who play in the streets. Homeowners in the area who were favoring . a zone change in 1976 are not necessarily the same owners now. In looking at public need, he feels the council should also look at public safety. He feels this neighborhood is being made to pay for the crimes of others and, due to the land swap problem, the overpass is still waiting. He is concerned about the traffic that would be caused by development. On Dogwood Street, there are no yards and children play in the street; there also is no traffic light. Their concerns are about the lack of access, not about the development. There also is not enough available parking. He feels this item should be held up until the 30th Avenue overpass is completed. Terry Kellea, 2050 Dogwood, stated that in the winter, conditions are very ba. In the summer, children play in the streets. The council should not wait for a tragedy to happen. He is concerned that those who do not live in the area, such as construction workers, might not be as careful as drivers who live in the area. There being no further testimony, public hearing was closed. Mr. Jacobson stated that in order to get the 30th Avenue interchange, the subject property would have to dedicate the right-of-way. Ms. Smith asked whether, if the dedication were given, there is any indication of timing on when the 30th Avenue interchange might be completed in relation to the development. Mr. Jacobson responded ~ that the Planning staff is not certain of the timing, but they think it will be about five years. He indicated that Commissioner Rust's staff had been in contact with their office. Ms. Smith asked if it is still tied up in court. Mr. Gilman responded that this is still a County project and part. of the T-2000 Plan. He does know if it is involved in the court proceedings. Ms. . Smith asked if there had been discussion to time the project with the overpass construction. Mr. Jacobson responded that there had been and the development would occur in three phases. Ms. Smith asked if during construction there would be a need to use Dogwood. She was told that Dogwood would be used. Ms. Miller asked if there is a requirement that the City zone this area. Stan Long, City Attorney.s office, stated that there is no requirement with the exception of the obligation of sound planning procedures. Although its zoning is presently County AGT, it is City zoned. Mr. Lieuallen noted that in reading the minutes and record of the proceedings, the traffic seems to be a very important issue. Apparently, it will take time to create access to 30th Avenue and, in the meantime, construction traffic will have to go up that narrow street past Laurelwood. He felt there could be a real traffic problem created by the construction. Ms. Smith stated that approximately 60 additional residences would be constructed. - 7/14/80--6