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has loading docks down the total length of the back and Wal-Mart only had loading docks on the southern corner, there is a difference. The developers had agreed to several points: relocating the overhead doors and sound proofing the H.V.A.C. units. They had advised that they will be the managers after the project is built, so if there is a problena, it could be worked out. He visited two of their other developments: he noted that there are security gates behind the center where Manhattan Deli is located in order to keep trucks out in the evening , but there were tractor- trailers left on the property, and if they are to be left on this property, he would like them in a designated area so the neighbors do not see them. Also there was a recreational vehicle being stored at one of their locations and it was obvious that it had been there for a while. He also noted that most centers leave compacted and uncompacted refuse stored outside or if it is in enclosures, the doors are left open. He would like the trash enclosure doors located away from the residential. areas and kept closed. The neighbors are concerned about the possibility of joining two of the. units in order for a large user to come in, and he would like some restriction on the size that any. one store could be. He questioned if the sporting goods stores will be selling fire arms. Mr. Trapp, a resident, would like sidewalks to the building and was concerned about pedestrian traffic on Lorain crossing over the three lane exit and also with pedestrians crossing the driveways on . the site. Mrs: Sokol, a resident, questioned the accuracy of the traffic survey, and advised Porter Road had 1,298 cars going north and south between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. yesterday (Monday); Mill Road going 'east and west had 861 for a total of 2,159 cars. During one hour on Saturday afternoon there was a total of 1,110 cars. She maintained that most of these cars were using a short cut from Crocker Road and believed that the city needed the Crocker/Stearns extension. She complained about automobile fiunes that they had now and noted that if there is a ligb.t at Mill and Porter Road standing cars would produce more fumes. the Mr. Herbster had presented a petition to Chairman Goxris requesting an 8 foot earthen mound with a miuimum of a 6 foot fence on top. He advised that they the mound with a solid fence to address both noise and security. The developer had mentioned at the meeting they would attempt to present some kind of an agreement to limit the size of each store. Mr. Papandreas did not recall that exactly. Mr. Thomas stated that something like a deed restriction was discussed at the last meeting, but no commitment was made. Mr. Herbster stated that because of the number of schools in the area, the dxiveways should be studied carefully to insure the safety of children. He believed that putting a left turn on the Lorain Road drive would be a traffic nightmare. He thought that a traffic light should be installed at Dover Center and Mill if a drive is to be installed on Mill and that driveway should be located so the propertie's across the street can get in and out of their drives. He is concerned because so few neighbors are here, but he believed that the perception is that this is not going to be that big of a project. Mr. Thomas asked Law Director Gareau if a development had an existing access that was installed prior to there being any city approval procedures, can the Commission move the access to a more appropriate location. Mr. Gareau responded that they can, if the developer agrees and if the traffic engineer thin.ks it is appropriate considering the location of other buildings, etc. He noted that his memo had stated that the developer has a property right in the access, but it would be within the; Commission's discretion to move it, if it is reasonable. Chairman Gorris stated that one of their concerns is that two of the units could be consolidated up 100,000 square feet and attract a Target Store or a similar type retailer which would not be much different that a Wal- Mart. They lielieve that this developer is trying to attract low volume tenants, however things change. How can the Commission protect the city to see to it that this remains as planned. Mr. Gareau stated that if the unit were 100,000 square feet, it would not meet the other criteria for a 8