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PUBLIC HEARINGS The consist of a rezoning of seven parcels from R-1A, Single Family Residential to B-4, Downtown Business, to consider a site plan to allow police and fire service uses at 785 Old Highway 8NW; and, to review a General Development Plan for a new Public Safety Facility. Mr. Boylan explained the background of the project. He displayed a mosaic for commissioners to review. Commissioners had several questions for staff. Bob Jacobs, Director of Public Safety, also addressed the commissioners to answer questions, specifically if other properties had been considered that would not require rezoning. He explained this site was chosen by the Task Force, with location being the driving force. Jim O’Brien presented the diagrams of the project. The upgrade to the landscaping plan is not ready at this time, but Mr. O’Brien, in response to a question, summarized the plan. th Danny Dahms of 675 4 Ave. NW, expressed concern regarding building for the present and not for the future. If further expansion is needed down the line and more parking it would again require nibbling at the neighborhood. He mentioned the issue of Homeland Security and the possible increased roles of the police and fire departments requiring more space than this would allow. He also expressed concern about the view, the traffic and the parking, as well as the clustering of all city services in one area. rd Charles Cadenhead of 748 3 Ave. NW, expressed the desire to see the continuation of a sidewalk around the whole block. This would assure safety for people walking. th Tom Germundson, 751 4 Ave. NW, requested drawing of where the driveway would be. There was considerable discussion between commissioners and staff regarding the parking spaces. Mr. O’Brien stated he would add continuation of sidewalk to the plan. Mr. O’Brien was asked to explain how the possible need for expansion in light of recent events has been addressed. They started with a plan for 6 bays and have added 2 more. There is room for an emergency vehicle if needed. The Task Force looked at long range needs and this is really a building for the future. It is somewhat oversized now and the general consensus by staff is that the building is adequate for future needs. Tom Germundson again had questions regarding the driveway location and it was determined it would be across from his house. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. Motion by O’Keefe, seconded by Zisla, to 5 Ayes, 0 Nays, Motion Carried. WAIVE THE READING AND Motion by Schiferl, Seconded by Zisla, to RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF SP 01-016 AND RZ 01-005 SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The applicant shall provide an updated landscape plan which shall be reviewed