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MINUTiJS CITY COUNCIL JUNI!J 23, 2004 Parks & Recreation Commission commented that the Watershed's use could be workable, and they would like to see plans for the building. Fahey noted that a notice was distributed in the neighborhood. He expressed concern with opening the discussion of whether or not to retain the property as open space, indicating that the decision has been made to dispose of the property. He further indicated that the Watershed's proposal is consistent with existing zoning, and no public hearing would be necessary unless there was a rezoning of the property. Fahey indicated that the Council has been discussing the Watershed's proposal and making decisions on it each step of the way. The City Administrator noted that the Council agreed to have a public hearing with the neighborhood on the potential re-use of the property should the Watershed use cease to exist. Fahey stated that the Council was willing to discuss the potential re-use of the property, but pointed out that the Council has decided that the property is not needed for City purposes. Kathy Glanzer, Noel ,Drive, indicated that she would like to see the property retained as open space and felt open space is an asset to the community. Glanzer indicated that when the property was rezoned to Public, less than two years ago, the implication was that it would remain as open space. Glanzer indicated that the Noel Drive lot is a small piece of property that adds to the open appearance and beauty of the area. Glanzer pointed out that the June 17, 2004 correspondence from the Watershed indicates there may be the need for setback variances in order to ft their building on the site. Glanzer suggested that any development of the site should be able to occur without the need for va~~iances and suggested that perhaps the building the Watershed is planning is becoming too large for the property. She noted that in January, 2004, CIiI£ Aichinger of the Watershed indicated that they would need a 4,000 square foot building. His June I T~' letter indicates a 6,000 square foot building is needed, and the two site plans attached to that letter show buildings of 6,300 square feet and 6,400 square feet Those site plans also indicate on- street parking. Glanzer pointed out that Noel Drive is narrow and curves as it abuts this site, and felt on-street parking would be a tralTic safety hazard. Glanzer also expressed concern with the potential reuse of the site should the Watershed decide to sell the property, specifically with the potential for outdoor storage as well as auto-related use of the site. Glanzer again stated her preference would be that the City retain this property as open space. 6