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I I I Council Meeting Minutes January 26, 1999 Page 10 Council Business. continued Steve Uban, U.S. Filter, supports the 1-2 designation, however, if U.S. Filter desired to sell the parcel, it would become more valuable if zoned MX. He verified that a future expansion would most likely contain industrial uses versus office space. Samuelson asked if there is a time frame for expansion. Uban confirmed there are no short/long term expansion plans. Uban verified that U.S. Filter does not have access to the parcel to the north, but would have interest if the opportunity presented itself. Benke said there seems to be general agreement for the MX designation, and questioned the interest level in a land swap or acquisition of the northern parcel. Hoffman asked how many persons are employed at this location. Uban confirmed that 250 employees work at this location, and many live nearby. Bob Norell, U.S. Filter, said the parcel to the south is currently a beautiful, natural area, and should be retained as MX. However, U.S. Filter also needs to protect their need for possible expansion. Samuelson questioned that if the 1-2 designation remained, could a contingency be applied to reflect a future sale of the property. LeFevere said if the 1-2 designation remained, the City would be able to initiate the rezoning process at any time. Benke added that the 1-2 designation does not allow the guarantee of future usage. Hoffman asked if the item could be deferred until issues relating to the northern parcel are concluded. Fulton added that retaining the 1-2 designation could expose the City to other 1-2 usage. The MX designation provides guidance and assistance in implementing the Vision, and the City may encourage an expansion to the north. Community Development Director Kevin Locke confirmed no recent discussions have been held with the property owners to the north. Uban stated that U.S. Filter would not participate in acquiring the northern parcel through ownership removal. Benke reiterated the City is not proposing immediate action, but would like to explore possible interest. Larson said the Planning Commission felt comfortable with retaining the 1-2 designation, and noted that U.S. Filter has been an excellent corporate citizen. Hoffman asked if this action creates issues with other tenants residing within the MX District. LeFevere confirmed this action does not create a binding precedence. Motion by Larson, seconded by Samuelson, to LEAVE THE SUBJECT PROPERTY UNDER ITS CURRENT ZONING DESIGNATION OF 1-2, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL. 5 Ayes - 0 Nayes, Motion Carried. Teague presented a site plan for Lakeview Business Center 6 (Old Hwy 8 and Campus Dr.) for a 48,000 sq. ft. office/warehouse facility. The required site standards, parking, and setback requirements have been met. Council Business US Filter Parcel Rezoning Report 99-026 Site Plan for Lakeview Business Center 6 Report 99-027