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• COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 28, 2000 Ms. Donlin continued stating that as a resident, she is opposed to the project. The project does not meet all nine (9) criteria needed to obtain a conditional use permit. She stated that there was very good testimony at the December 1999, public hearing. She added that she hopes all Council Members can review the material from that meeting. Mr. Nordness stated the church wants to be a part of the community and has taken the neighbors concerns into consideration. He noted the applicant is only asking for approval of Phase I. The Council has been provided with information regarding a state of the art septic system. In regards to traffic, the church does operate on Saturday and Sunday. However, there are very few staff members in the facility during the week. He stated he believes the project is compatible with the community. Council Member Carlson asked if Phase II would have to go through the same process if Phase I is approved. Staff advised Phase II would have to go through the City process and need approval of an amendment to the conditional use permit. Council Member Dahl asked about the total square footage of the building. After much discussion, it was determined the square footage is approximately 35,000. Council Member Dahl asked about the amount of right-of-way that the County has if the road is widened. Staff advised the County has 33' at this time. An additional 27' will be acquired. Mayor Bergeson reviewed the following options regarding action on this project: 1. Approve with conditions. 2. Deny the application. The application can not come before Council again for one year. 3. Table the project until the next Council meeting with a clear understanding of what is still needed to take action. Staff advised they couldn't make a full recommendation until the final engineering plans are submitted and reviewed. Staff recommended the Council gives direction regarding the revised site plan. If the Council is satisfied with the revisions, the applicant can begin the engineering plans and ask for an extension for staff to review the plans. It is possible that the engineering plans could cause the site plan to change. Pastor Valentine stated $60,000 has been invested to get to this point. He stated he does not understand why the final engineering plans are an issue. Engineering plans were submitted with the original site plan and there were only minor revisions. He stated the church came to the Mayor and members of the administration from day one, which advised the church that this is an exciting project and therefore, they proceeded. He stated he would like Council direction this evening on whether or not to proceed. The church needs to find out if the Council wants them in the community. 10