Minutes-5 /11/1983 (2)

Stevens stated that either map is plenty big. He asked if the study was adopted if it would assure that no one else would do anything outside of the zoning. TePaske stated that the fringe area plays a big part in the county's outlook. Chris Rohret spoke on behalf of the residents of the hill area and other in town. She stated that there are many benefits to a small town and they like to present size of Tiffin. She also stated that progress is not necessarily more building. She presented a petition signed by 22 residents asking that areas 6 and 7 on the fringe area study remain A1 rural zoning. She also stated that if the council suggests that the area could be developed, the handwriting is on the wall for the future. Potter asked if she understood the costs involved in a subdivision. Chris Rohret stated that she knew the developer bore all the initial costs, but a larger town would mean more animal control, street work, police protection etc. Potter asked if the taxes could outweigh these costs. He stated that the hill residents currently have problems with water pressure, but if development occur to the north that the developer has to get water to it and also sewer and streets. Chris Rohret expressed concern with traffic problems on the hill if a large development would occur. Potter stated that there were many pros and cons to the issue. Rohret stated that a concern about traffic problems on Third Street by the school was one of the reasons for denying development in another subdivision. He stating that the residents of Roberts Ferry Road were asking for the same consideration. Beuter stated that he has lived in Tiffin for 9 years and rents a house. He has not seen Tiffin grow because there are not any lots for sale and not many home to buy. He has seen many people move into Tiffin and move out again because they cannot buy property to build a house. There is no place for new people. He does not want a wild growth like North Liberty, but he would like to see a housing development. If Tiffin does not grow, people will move out. Cox agreed with Larry. Young people rent in Tiffin but move away when they start a family. Chris Rohret stated that she like the small town and that older residents like it, too.