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August 14, 1996 <br />negotiations with DOE on this issue, re5uiting ;n an a?reement to restore natural <br />vegetation along some portions of the trail in lieu of a cttat110n. The agreement <br />is divided in three phases and calls for a 5-y(,ar monitoring period. Phase 1 and <br />2 are identified as compliance requirements; Phase 3 is wildlife buffer <br />enhancement. The City agrees to comply with all terms and conditions of this <br />agreement. <br />Councilmember Soine questioned the cost of the restoration. Mr. Cooper <br />responded that the project could range from $200,000 - $400,000 depending <br />upor: the bank stabilization solutions. The money will come from CIP III. <br />As native plants/trees are part of the Department of Ecology's solution, <br />Councilmember Pope questioned whether neighborhoc .i views would be <br />blocked? Mr. Cooper stated that they will be working with the neighborhood <br />for minimum impact. <br />Councilmember Campbell felt the City had done a fine job despite six or seven <br />complaints. He said it was hard to accept the cost of the required restoration by <br />the Department of Ecology. <br />Allan May, 5216 53rd, voiced that this solution by the Department of Ecology <br />is not aimed at making a better park. He also suggested that the Council <br />created the neighborhood association but there are no guidelines set forth on <br />how they should operate. <br />Roll was called with all councilmembers voting yes except Councilmember <br />Hansen who was excused. <br />Motion carried. <br />452 <br />