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Davidson felt that the map was an absolute necessity, that it defines open space land, and delineates the golf course, parks, and parcels of open space. Mayer stated that the map is only a first guess, that the inventory will establish classifications. The fourth category is an altogether different category because open space visitor is not appropriate. He stated that if the petition were withdrawn, he would support the addition of a fourth category. Davidson stated with the map there are three different classifications of open space lands. Mayer stated without the fourth category, the management issue will be postponed. He felt the issue should be addressed. Brown noted that certain areas don't fit into this ordinance and are appropriate for other types of management. He noted the parcel of land along Highway 36, near the Colony Square Theatre, currently undeveloped and not irrigated, would not fit in under open space. He felt it would be prudent for the City to develop a buffer by planting non-native plants, similar to other strips of land. He would support a fourth category, or other category that allows non-naive plants or a buffer of vegetation. He stated the challenge is open space visitor, as well as other open space categories that are limited to naive vegetation and planting. He noted the example of power lines that could be categorized as open space visitor, or non-native. He thought it would make sense to allow passive recreation in that area. He felt there is a distinction to allow flexibility in the vegetation. Davidson stated the definition does not define the land, nor does the type of land described fit the description, therefore the map was designed. Jay Berger suggested that the fourth category be called Open Space Other Lands. The definition will remain open, but through the inventory process various options will be considered. Davidson stated that suggestion was acceptable. Brown moved that the Council approve Ordinance No. 1329, Series 2000 - An Ordinance Establishing a Louisville Citizens Open Space Advisory Board to Advise the City Staff and Council on Matters Related to the Acquisition, Maintenance, Development, and Use of Open Space Lands as Set Forth in This Ordinance, and Establishing Standards for the Acquisition, Management, Restoration and Preservation of Such Open Space Lands - 2nd reading, with the following amendments: All the amendments shown in underlining and strikeout for Ordinance No. 1329. The changes on page 6 and 7 relating to language of "intent" to be changed to "shall," in three instances, and in the other three instances the language will remain the same. On Page 8, Section 4.03.030, the first sentence will be revised to insert the word "construction" after the word "operation" and to insert the word "transportation" after the word "drainage". On Section 4.03.050- insert the words "notice for the petition," on Page 3., Initial Duties, 16