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meeting of the minds given the magnitude of this project in terms of the rules as a Planned Development. He spoke in opposition to the project and expressed concerns about the process, motives and intentions for the community. He asked Council to deny this project. Ed Gory, a ten-year resident who lives in the Edgewood neighborhood close to the 1950s project in Manor Court, said he loves it for the community, great neighborhood, and that this is a very similar concept and he is in favor of the project. He commented that this creek needs a lot of clean-up, the area is very similar to his home, and he has never seen flooding there. Diane Howard, former Mayor and former Council Member, commented that changes in neighborhoods are always difficult and that there had been another project that people did not like at the time but it is now successful. She spoke about how to ensure creek stability, interpretation of the set back, and how she is encouraged by the willingness of both sides to talk and agree to changes. She spoke in favor of the project moving forward. Melinda Kayan, on behalf of the Friends of Cordilleras Creek, read a statement that included management of storm water runoff, biological wildlife, protected wildlife, and the 25-foot set back. She said the staff report does not meet Planning Commission recommendations and they cannot support this project. She requested that Council deny the permit or move forward with entitlement for fewer homes. Lurese LeVoir said she lives across the street from the planned development she sees poorly maintained property and neglected landscape. She opined that the owner and developer are not concerned and that the trees along the creek add beauty that should not be sacrificed, and this is the only chance to build something that fits. She opposes this project and hopes Council will deny it. Brian Schartz is a resident with his wife and children living on Avondale Avenue. He spoke in favor of the project and said he feels it will increase property values. M/S Seybert/Gee to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Council discussion One Council Member addressed the question of the ordinance in the books regarding creek set back and asked staff to confirm its adoption was related to the Storm Water Prevention Pollution. Ms. Thompson referred to the adoption of the ordinance and hoe she had read the staff report from that time, which clarified that this ordinance was created and came into effect (not for protection of the creek per se) but due to water quality and to comply and respond to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES ) permit. She said the goal was to protect the creek and make sure the discharge of pollutants does not go into the creek. Ms. Thompson clarified that four lots JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD September 10, 2012 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 15 MINUTE BOOK NO. 64 Page No. 196