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I NOV 17 1992 Attorney Block then introduced Jim Young, registered professional engineer, to discuss water and sewer, drainage, transportation, etc. Mr. Young first addressed the matter of traffic, noting that after completing their study, the Planning Staff reached the conclusion that "at the stated level of capacities, the proposed rezoning would not adversely impact the existing road network," and applicant concurs. As to drainage Mr. Young pointed out that the project is located basically on an area known as the 10 mile ridge which contains a great deal of white sand and drains excessively well. He noted that staff made the statement that storm water run off from industrial development can be expected to be significantly more than mobile home development; they felt that drainage should not be a problem and any impact most likely would be negligible. In regard to water supply, Mr. Young continued that although they have not done any testing on this site, they have done extensive testing in Village Green and know there is water in the area. He further noted that their project would require only 1/1.0th of 1% of the gallonage the U.S. Geological survey — indicated was available. As for sewer, they are sitting on the high sand ridge where there should be very good percolation. The staff report referred to future County water and sewer service in this area as there is pressure for expansion and felt it would be compatible with industrial use. Realcor agreed, but felt it also would be compatible with mobile home park development which would provide a good base for a system. Mr. Young then reviewed some of the reasons the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended denial of their request for rezoning, noting that the staff report negated the statement made by Mrs. Bowman that: "This area would be better used for industry where less of the 10 mile ridge 51