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COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 8, 2002 this project who would put a stop to the project. He felt if he was willing to pay an assessment for four lots, he should have four votes. Community Development Director Grochala indicated the petition can relate only to the number of properties currently in existence, therefore, Mr. Rehbein would have only one vote regardless of whether his property is larger than the others. Mayor Bergeson indicated any of the 10 residents can present the City with another petition during the 60 -day comment period, for or against this project. Councilmember Carlson stated it is always good to have as many signatures as possible on a petition. She added that the City Charter states benefited property owners can vote only once regardless of the number of properties they own. She indicated there was still the issue of the market value increase and questioned what would occur if it is found that the cost of roject can not be justified by the market value increase. It was City Attorney Hawkins' opinion that if the market va :1 did not justify the project, then another funding source would have to be determined o e phi j ect would not go through. Community Development Director Grochala reiterate property owners explaining the process and encour to discuss their specific issues amongst each othe letter will be sent to all the affected to hold another neighborhood meeting Ms. Haubrick noted there was the potential fwd total of 17 lots on this street and asked if this issue could be clarified during the neighborhooalong with the potential cost of the project depending upon the number of lots invo Community Development Director need to discuss how to address futur affected with the City Atto a r • nded affirmatively. He indicated City staff will tial ots on this street and how the assessments may be Councilmember Carlson noted a zoning of the property located on the corner of Marshan Lane was changed on the Comprehensive an to a commercial designation at the request of the property owners. She did not believe that request would have been made if there was an intent to split the property. Mr. Rehbein stated his mother owns that property and she does not intend to request a lot split. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Resolution No. 02-70, Approving Site and Building Plans, Emergency Apparatus, Michael Grochala — Community Development Director Grochala advised Emergency Apparatus Maintenance, located at 7512 4th Avenue, is a company that repairs and customizes equipment used by fire departments. The current 5,600 square -foot building was approved in 1996 10