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February 22,2011 Page 6 of 10 language to condition#4 relating to providing additional parking for larger, general public admission events and additional language to#10 concerning hours of operation for the event center. The Commission recommended the event center be allowed to operate until 1:00 am on Fridays and Saturday, with no alcohol allowed to be served past 12:30am and that the event center close at 10pm on Sunday. Staff has proposed the following 10 conditions that aim to regulate the applicant in a manner so as not to cause detrimental impact to the neighborhood. 1.) The proposed multi-purpose area is limited to live much performing, family shows, trade shows, and community meeting and private events. 2.) Physical contact uses by striking or touching an opponent with hands, head, feet, or body (team sports where physical contact is incidental is exempt) are prohibited consistent with liquor license requirements. 3.) The posted occupancy load in the multi-purpose area must never exceed 267. Because of the potential for all three uses, multi-purpose/restaurant/bar areas, to interact occupancy loads in all three spaces must be posted based on the Fire Marshal's determination. 4.)Any event consisting of live entertainment open to the public and admission of more than 100 persons must include a security plan submitted and approved by the Public Safety Department at least 7 days in advance of the event. 5.)On-street overflow parking is prohibited. Measures must be taken to provide parking for all patrons of the business on site. 6.)The existing fencing along the western, north/south property line must be repaired and replaced so as to provide a 6' screen from the single family homes to the west across 9th AVE NW. 7.)The existing fence screening around the dumpster enclosure must be repaired to ensure the entire garbage and recycling area is screened from public view. 8.)No music or audible voice is detectable at the property boundaries. 9.)The multi-functional area must honor the following hours of operation: a. Sunday—Thursday: 10pm b. Friday— Saturday: 12 midnight, with alcohol not being served past 11:30pm 10) Prior to opening for business, the property must be inspected by the City Planner, Building Official, and Fire Marshal to confirm compliance with applicable codes and conditions and the entire site must be fully snow plowed to ensure every usable parking space is fully accessible. Councilmember Phillips expressed concern with the variance in the hours of operation between the event center and bar; noting patrons could meander through the facility. City Planner Gundlach noted that is a possibility; however the hope is many of the patrons would leave at the time the event center closes. Councilmember Burg questioned the reason for the 10:00 closing time? City Planner Gundlach responded that 10:00 was thought to be reasonable during the weekdays, as there are residential homes directly to the west. Councilmember Phillips expressed concern with noise, and suggested adding language related directly to noise, either from the parking lot, or noise from the building. Director Jacobson noted the primary issue of concern is parking lot noise, including complaints related to noise, speeding and reckless driving, as well as occasionally loud noise from the business. Councilmember Phillips questioned the possibility of tracking calls for service as a way of addressing the issue of noise. City Attorney LeFevere explained a Special use Permit is different than a liquor license, and cannot change as long as requirements are met. LeFevere suggested starting with a conservative approach, with the option to change in the future. A time of day is a more objective approach than noise being more subjective.