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Planning & Zoning Commission! Local Planning Agency October2$, 2009 Page 5 Mr, Mullon said that the stacking area could be increased; however, it would reduce the landscaping and the'. aesthetic appeal, In response to the Commission's question, Mr. Mullon estimated construction should begin mid 2010. Mr. Parkhurst asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the request. Mr. John Casselberry, 700 South Lost Lake Lane, Casselberry, Florida came forvrard. Mr, Casselberry questioned the opening date of the store. Mr. Mullon estimated that the store would open in April 2011. Mr. Casselberry questioned the increase in traffic volume on Oxford Road, Mr, Casselberry expressed a concern with the traffic on State Raad 436. He suggested postponing the demolition until they are ready to begin constructicn. Mr. Mullon stated that the traffic study has been submitted to the City as far as the impact of fhe Walmarf to fhe area, It has also been issued and approved by Seminole County. He said the district traffic permit will be issued '. after a separate agreement between the Gity of Casselberry, Florida Department of Transportation and Walmart is executed. He said a separate study was conducted to determine if signalization or a roundabout was warranted on ~I Oxford Road, He said that the study found that no signal was required. A general discussion ensued regarding adding landscaping In the open space area, the type of landscape ' materials in the median on Oxford Road and landscaping in the right of way. In response to the Commission's question regarding adding canopy trees in the right of way, Mr. Mullon requested that he work with the Public Works Department as the City is responsible for the maintenance of the landscaping and irrigation, Mr. Benzes agreed that the applicant should coordinate any changes to the right of way landscaping with the Public Works Department to avoid any possible issues in the area. A brief discussion ensued regarding the type of grass being used on the project. Mr. Mullon stated That Walmart is using xeriscape design and drip irrigation to minimize excessive irrigation usage. Mr. Mullon skated if St. Augustine grass is required the proposed landscaping would require downgrading. Mr. Mullon stated that St. ', Augustine could be provided in the right of ways and Bahia grass on the Walmart site. Mr. Mullon said he would '' verify the offsite landscaping. Ms. Smith, Chief Planner, said that fhe Casselberry Exchange site has St. Augustine