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Louisville City Council Meeting May 16, 2000 Page 7. Simmons stated that there were discussions on open space and that it might be helpful to get back together as a group to discuss those issues. Simmons noted that there is a provision in the resolution that permits the Mayor flexibility to pursue changes. Brown had questions with respect to the land dedication of the Scriffiny and Carlson properties if they came into the possession of the hospital. Brown requested clarification on the hospital's position on the land dedication. Sackett stated that he could not project how much land was needed for future uses. Sackett stated that given the vision of a hospital campus, it would be unacceptable to trade greater than 1:1. Brown asked City Administrator Simmons if the 150% land dedication figure was historically a land dedication percentage (amount). Simmons stated that the Section is unique to this agreement. Howard commented that he would feel comfortable with this agreement if there were some provision that the Mayor is given authority to negotiate for future expansion needs of the Howard Berry Water Treatment Facility. He stated that it is difficult to project future needs and that the thirty-year agreement is a long time. He stated that he understood the Town of Superior wanting control over land in their area, but that lands adjacent to the water treatment plant should be negotiable. Keany stated that if the Carlson and Scriffiny properties came under the ownership of the hospital, he would not have a problem with the land dedication of 1:1. Keany stated that it is his understanding that the difference between Rural Preservation and Louisville Influence is that under Rural Preservation nothing can be annexed or brought into the City without the agreement of the other parties. Whereas, Influence area means that the City has the opportunity to use the property as it deems appropriate, whether it be in the City or not. He stated that the agreement encompasses a very broad area. Brown stated that he would like to see more flexibility with the 150% land dedication. He stated that he is in favor of buying more open space, but also in meeting the needs of the corporate citizens and homeowners. Mayer stated that with respect to Avista Hospital and the Carlson and the Scriffiny properties, the exchange would have a significant impact on the corridor and he would have concerns about the developments contemplated. He stated that he hoped the Council would review plans and have approval over such development.