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COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 14, 2001 Building Inspector Kluegel added that the optional chapter regarding fire suppression will be included. He reviewed some of the new fees and the impact to homeowners. Council Member Reinert clarified that the City is adopting the 1997 code because the 2001 Uniform Building Code is still being prepared. Mayor Bergeson asked if the City is currently using the details of the 1997 code. Building Inspector Kluegel advised the City is currently using the details of the 1997 code. By adopting the 1997 code the City is updating its records. Council Member Reinert moved to adopt Ordinance No. 01— 05, as presented. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Ordinance No. 01— 05 can be found in the City Clerk's office. PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT REPORT, RICK DEG There was no Public Service Department report. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT RE Consideration of Livable Communities Grant Development Assistant Divine advised the Phas Demonstration Account grants are due Ma on whether or not a proposed project m livable community. The guiding pri • Make develop density housi ation, Mary Alice Divine — Economic ations for the 2001 Livable Communities s is a short form application that is judged ain criteria that are important to the creation of a selection of grant awards are: • Mix uses, s and public s ces by connecting uses and building a mix of mid -to high rkplaces, residences, shopping, civic buildings, schools, parks • Design for people by putting buildings within walking distance, designing streets for cars and people, and promoting public gatherings This application is a repeat of the one made last year, requesting funding for the extension of Town Center Parkway to provide access to the residential neighborhood as shown on the development plan, and to construct the neighborhood streets, alleys, sidewalks, and streetscape amenities. The intent is to enable the City to lower the development costs, making it feasible for the developers to acquire the land needed to complete the Village plan. If the City meets the criteria for the Livable Communities, a more detailed Phase II application is • required. That application is due September 14, 2001. 3