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~7 JeeGreattivH. anc~ ~arles ~1r~yisory Got~yccit D f Drat~.9e Gos~nt~ P.O. Box 8181, 300 W. Tryon St., Hillsborough, NC 27278 (919) 245-2660 MEMORANDUM To: Robert Davis, Current Planning Supervisor From: Recreation and Parks Advisory Council Re: Efland Commons Subdivision Date: July 17, 2008 Thank you for the opportunity to review the preliminary drawings for two proposed plans in this subdivision. The "Conventional Plan" and the "Flexible Development Plan" each provide interesting possibilities. At it's June 24th meeting the Recreation and Parks Advisory Council (RPAC) authorized a subcommittee to review this application and respond in time to meet the July Planning deadline. RPAC does not meet again until August 26. The subcommittee met on site to review the application and walk the property. It was noted that both plans include adequate buffer areas to protect the stream that runs through the northwest corner of the property. It was noted that this stream joins McGowan Creek further to the northeast. Many large hardwood trees were scattered throughout the property and it would be the desire of RPAC to avoid and protect as many of these as possible when clearing and during construction. Preservation of these trees will provide added value to the environment and to the property. The subcommittee noted that both plans include a 30' open space corridor, which would serve to connect the community to the open space to the west of the property. This property, in turn connects to Efland Cheeks Park and Efland Cheeks Elementary School. RPAC is highly supportive of the notion of walkability between communities and parks. The committee appreciates the commitment of the developer in making this connection possible. A natural surface trail with an appropriate stream crossing would facilitate access and would be desirable. Finally, RPAC recommends payment in lieu of publicly dedicated open space for either the 45 or for the 271ot plan. cc: Lori Taft