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e COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 10, 1997 southern portion of the development only. Mr. Kerber stated that the 158 units represent the entire project, and that the southern portion represents approximately 2/3 of the overall development. Council Member Lyden asked that anyone in the audience be allowed to speak. Mayor Landers asked for new information only. Mr. Chris Eiwin, 638 Barbara Lane, stated that very few Barbara Lane and Marilyn Drive residents receive adequate notice of the meetings with regard to this development. He felt that the notice was "last minute" not allowing sufficient time to voice opinion. Ms. Wyland reviewed the process of notification, stating that upon realizing that a number of residents who would be affected by this development had not been notified due to being outside the required area, a second neighborhood meeting was held, to which additional residents were invited. Mayor Landers added that continuation of a public hearing does not result in additional notice. Ken Jacobsen, 628 Barbara Lane, stated that he has been to many of the Planning & Zoning Committee meetings, but could not understand why zoning was proposed for change from R-1 to R-3. He expressed concern that R-3 zoning will result in "Section 8 housing", and not be as attractive as R-1. Council Member Kuether asked if a buffer of single-family homes could be placed on the outside of the proposed multi -family units in the interest of creating a more attractive neighborhood. Mr. Kerber explained that the proposed units will be moderate in size and attractive to the passerby. He agreed that landscape buffering would be possible, including evergreen trees and other shrubbery to act as a screen. Council Member Lyden moved to deny Ordinance No. 32 - 97. For lack of a second, the motion died. Council Member Kuether moved to approve Ordinance No. 32 - 97 with the condition that additional landscape berming be provided by the developer along the north side of Barbara Lane. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried, with Council Member Lyden voting no. Ordinance No. 32 - 97 can be found at the end of these minutes. SECOND READING, Ordinance No. 29 - 97 Amending Zoning Ordinance, Section 7, Business Districts, Subdivision 3, H. (4/5ths Vote) - Ms. Wyland explained that Council approved the first reading of this ordinance at its October 27, 1997 meeting. Approval of this ordinance will allow for exterior storage of customer vehicles waiting for repair in a commercial