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Minutes · Jun 3, 2020

June 3, 2020

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e Mr. Regan introduced the Applicant’s Civil Engineer, Zachary Chaplin, for testimony Zachary Chaplin, Civil Engineer for the Applicant: ° Mr. Chaplin provided credentials and was sworn in © Introduced and discussed the following exhibits: o A-Laerial site map o A-2z00med-in aerial exhibit; pond in center is current drainage o A-3 rendered site plan; colorized with landscaping; 820 parking spaces including parking garage; ingress/egress access off of Executive Drive from Rooney Circle; area for large truck turnaround, deliveries, and trash pickup; dog park in northern area; amenities, ie. pool and hard and landscaped areas; proposed rain gardens propose; shielded led lighting e Mr. Regan asked a question about pedestrian accessibility/connectivity o Mr. Chaplin stated that a sidewalk is planned for Executive Drive/Rooney Circle; as well as a proposed shuttle service to and from the development e Mr. Regan asked a question regarding availability of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations o Mr. Chaplin stated that EV stations were planned for the parking deck e Mr. Regan asked if the EV stations could be moved from the parking deck to ground parking o Mr. Chaplin stated the Applicants would agree with that e Mr. Regan asked if there were any plans for pond enhancements o Mr. Chaplin stated that a fountain has been proposed, and new landscaping for both the pond and ditch e Mr. Regan asked about specifics regarding compliance with Mr. Hess’ engineering report o Mr. Chaplin stated that the Applicant intends to fully comply with the recommendations Board Questions: © Mr. Wegner asked if the sidewalks would extend around the perimeter of the complex, down Executive Drive, and down Rooney Circle; and if a crosswalk to the shopping center would be included o Mr. Chaplin responded in the affirmative regarding the sidewalk path; and that the crosswalk would be part of future town redevelopment

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