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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION NOVEMBER 9, 1993 follow the same framework as the old. The Planner felt the same framework would be followed, however, issues would be defined and analyzed and the City would determine where it wants to go. Then a course would be charted for how to get there. Keis felt the objective of updating the plan was to aid the City in its decision - making process and provide a basis for consistency. Keis did not fell decisions were always consistent. Keis felt an objective was to provide the City with a directional statement that could be applied consistently. Knudsen felt the new plan would be based on feedback of residents and business owners. Carson felt the new plan must address redevelopment issues. The Administrator pointed out that what the Commission seems to be asking is where is the City going from a development and redevelopment standpoint. Carson felt the City needed a plan that developers can look at to see what the City's course is. Drabik felt updating the Comp Plan would be a pro- active approach rather than the re- active mode the City has been in. The Plan also needed to address what type of development is appropriate for the City and what is not. Carson pointed out the changing communication industry and felt that utilities needed to be addressed in the plan. DeLonais pointed out the various zoning classifications in the City and the detail of what is allowed in each of those classifications. DeLonais did not believe there would be to many changes in zoning necessary. DeLonais also felt that the City needed to be flexible so that when redevelopment is proposed it can be considered. Drabik agreed that a little leeway should be allowed, but updating the Plan will indicate what is definitely not allowed. Knudsen did not feel the existing Comp Plan was valid any longer, noting its lack of use. The Planner replied that there are developers who ask Page 10