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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 21, 2000 Scalze pointed out that the City may be looking for property for a new Public Works Garage and suggested that perhaps this site would be appropriate. She also noted previous discussions about a path around Blacktern Pond. Frattalone pointed out that the path could still happen. Pedersen noted that the City does not need a site this large. Scalze suggested that the City could take what it needs and subdivide the rest off for further development. Slie pointed out that Precision Tree is also in need of a site. Fahey pointed out that the City could allow Frattalone to develop the site with the City purchasing the existing Frattalone property and subdividing that off for uses such as the Public Works Garage and Precision Tree. Fahey felt that the City should make efforts to retain along-time business in Little Canada. Fahey pointed out that Frattalone has indicated that he made an honest effort to market the site and has had no serious offers. Scalze pointed out that part of the problem is that the site is being used for outdoor storage. Pedersen felt this was not the issue. Scalze did not feel it was in Frattalone's best interests for him to push the sale of the site given that he needs additional outdoor storage area. Frattalone indicated that he only has a few pieces of equipment stored on he site currently and he could accommodate this equipment on his current site. Scalze indicated that she has a problem with a development proposal that is 2/3 outdoor storage. Morelan indicated that he has some questions about it, but felt the issue was not insurmountable. Frattalone pointed out that he is proposing a $4 million dollar project. He further indicated that the one party that was interested in the site for office/warehouse also proposed a $4 million project. That building was a larger footprint, but Frattalone pointed out that office/warehouse space is less expensive to construct on a per square foot basis than the office building and shop building he is proposing. Fahey pointed out that the first of the year there will be two new Council Members seated. He indicated that he did not want to act on the concept proposal at this time, and felt the matter should be tabled until the new Council takes office.