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1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 19, 1991 between the landowner and the adjoining property owners has been determined and will be occurring in January. He felt that there should be some resolution of the differences before this matter is acted upon. Council Member Kuether explained that she had seconded the motion because Mr. Birch does have the ability to develop something on the property regardless of whether or not sewer and water services are extended to the property. Mayor Bisel noted that emotions and personal feelings have been very high regarding this matter. However, a landowner does have the right to develop his property. Mayor Bisel also noted that municipal utilities were not available until 1990 and this changed the entire situation for this developer. He also noted that the City Council did approve the concept plan and at no time has the developer ever been told to stop any of his development plans. Art Hawkins, 6102 Centerville Road asked if the letter he has received regarding a meeting is no longer valid. Council Member Kuether said that the meetings should be held to determine what will be developed and how big the lots will be. She asked Mr. Hawkins if he felt the purpose of the meetings was to stop development entirely. Mr. Hawkins said that he has let his feelings be known from the very beginning and are a matter of record. However, he felt there were many unresolved points and the necessary permits have not yet been issued. Council Member Kuether asked Mr. Hawkins if he and his neighbors were trying to negotiate with the developer. Mr. Hawkins said they are trying to understand what the developer is trying to do and to find some middle ground for development. Council Member Kuether said that approving the Comprehensive Plan Amendment should not interfere with the negotiations. Mayor Bisel said he was unclear about the proposed meetings with the developer. He felt that this would set a dangerous precedence because the Park Board and the DRB were being "skirted ". Mayor Bisel said he felt the questions are does the developer have the right to develop his property, did he go through the proper procedures and did the Council lead him to believe he could or could not develop. Mayor Bisel felt the developer deserved answers to these questions. Council Member Reinert felt that since everyone has not talked together, they should meet and come to an understanding. There have been many rumors and innuendos. The neighbors have raised some concerns and there should be an attempt to resolve the concerns. Council Member Reinert said he has never heard the residents say that the land should not be developed. A major change is being proposed for this area and it will affect the community and they have the right to be heard. He noted that a PAGE 15 248