Mr. Palmisano noted that larger homes tended to have more children and more vehicles. Richard Janssen, a member of Forward Cedarburg, encouraged the City to retain the industrial land use because of existing businesses nearby, the access to the railroad, and the availability of sewer and water utilities. He noted that it is the only sizable property close to the City with the potential for industrial development. Commissioner Weiss noted that although the input received urged for industrial development of the site, she was leaning toward residential development as the most appropriate. Commissioner Brook Brown realized that industrial use was semi-reasonable, noting that more activity on the railroad line would affect the quality of life of those within a residential development.
Municipal services are already there, and industrial uses are already in the area.
He noted that he liked Mr. Palmisano, but felt the City had the right to ask for something different, perhaps requiring that certain home sizes be a percentage of the development. He also believed a single driveway for 50 homes would lead to problems, and that the southern entrance was more appropriate. Commissioner Brook Brown suggested, in addition, that other disincentives to using Highland Drive be explored, such as the installation of stop signs at regular intervals. Commissioner Thom Brown reported that he had received several calls from individuals concerned about eliminating industrial zoning. He preferred a mix of uses to blend the residential development with the Cannery property.