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COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 27, 1997 At that time, staff will know exactly what type of project they are looking for, a "Cadillac" or a "Chevrolet." Council Member Kuether noted others are interested in a day care center. Mr. Wessel explained this building is intended as a learning facility and a day care facility would most likely be integrated into the YMCA program. Council Member Kuether moved to direct staff to proceed with negotiations with the School District to build or lease a facility for a Centennial Early Childhood Family Education Center on City -owned land in the Village. Council Member Bergeson seconded the motion. Council Member Bergeson requested clarification as to what happens at the end of the ten year term. Mr. Hawkins advised that at the end of ten years, the building becomes the property of the City and the original lease has no option to extend or acquire at the end of the ten year lease term. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REPORT, MARY KAY WYLAND Comprehensive Plan Neighborhood Meetings - Mr. Wessel announced the City is currently holding neighborhood forums to assist in the development of the City's Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of these neighborhood forums is to gather community input on any development concerns in the represented neighborhood and/or the City as a whole. He advised forums for Planning Districts 3 and 4 were held May 15 and 22 and were well attended with a good response and lively dialogue. Mr. Wessel advised the upcoming forum for Planning District 5 is scheduled for May 29, 1997 and Planning District 6 is scheduled for June 5, 1997. All Comprehensive Plan meetings are held at 6:00 P.M. at City Hall in the Council Chambers. Mr. Wessel also advised of two joint meetings with the Comprehensive Plan Task Force and City Council which are tentatively scheduled for July 17 and 24, 1997 to address the issue of growth and look for philosophy of growth options. He encouraged all property owners and interested parties to attend and provide input. Concept Approval for Comprehensive Plan Districts I and II, David Licht - Mr. Licht said the Comprehensive Plan Task Force has adopted the plan for Districts 1 and 2. A public hearing was held by the Planning and Zoning Board on April 9, 1997, and they unanimously supported the document and recommend its approval. Mr. Licht advised this document has had substantial discussion from the involved neighborhoods during the four neighborhood meetings, the Comprehensive Planning Task Force, the Planning & Zoning Board, and staff. He stated he believes the recommendation on land use and transportation elements is solidified but noted it must be tied in with the balance of the Comprehensive Plan and also reviewed by the Met Council, which are two contingencies being operated under. Mr. Licht anticipated referring the document (on an informational basis) to Met Council staff for their review and preliminary indication. He noted the Met Council Executive Director has •