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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 28, 2007 pointed out the economics of the issue. Wagner stated that they are asking for an opportunity to carry through on their proposal. McGraw asked the cost of roof replacement. Wagner estimated that cost at $300,000. McGraw asked how much of the parking lot would be replaced. Wagner described the area that would need replacement which amounts to approximately 2/3rds of the lot. He again noted that 6 feet of green area would be added to the north and east sides of the building. The front of the property would be cleaned up and landscaping installed to match that at the Union building. McGraw pointed out Wagner's statement that once 11,000 square feet of the building is leased or sold, that would trigger the exterior improvements. McGraw pointed out that without an agreement in place, as well as security, he and Graba could walk away from the project. McGraw asked how Wagner could expect the City to not require a written agreement and security. McGraw stated that he would have to have an agreement in place before he could approve the Development Stage PUD Permit. Wagner stated that the Planning Commission was satisfied with the documentation that was submitted and felt it was adequate. Keis stated that the Council is looking for an agreement that says once 11,000 square feet of the building is sold or leased, the exterior improvements would proceed. Keis stated that secondly, he would also like a time frame that would trigger exterior improvements should the 11,000 square foot threshold not be reached. Keis felt that the applicants should work with the City Administrator and the City Planner to get this agreement worked out prior to the next City Council meeting. He also felt that the agreement should include financial security to ensure that the exterior improvements happen. Wagner stated that he and Graba would have to meet with Carl Johnson to discuss this, and was not sure that they would be able to close on the property without the Council's approval this evening. Blesener asked about signage. Wagner reported that the pylon at the front of the property would be utilized by Midwest Gymnastics. The Planner pointed out that the sign is non-conforming and would have to be modified to meet Zoning Standards. Wagner pointed out that they agreed at the Planning Commission meeting to bring the sign into conformance. He also noted that tenant signage would include a monument sign as well as signage on the building over entrances. 13