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City Council Meeting Minutes May 1, 2012 Page 16 of 17 Mayor Pro Tern Dalton asked what are the ramifications should Council decide to deny this application. City Attorney Light explained, if the Council remands the application back to the Planning Commission, the amended application can be reviewed and a recommendation from the Planning Commission would be brought forward. If Council denies the application, it would require the applicant file a new application. Mayor Pro Tem Dalton asked if Council denies the application, what would be the next step for the applicant. Planning Director Russ stated it would require the applicant to re- file the application, which entails a six-month process. Councilor Jasiak noted this is the first time Council has had an opportunity to review the proposal. She thanked the public, the developer and City staff for their patience. MOTION: Mayor Muckle moved to continue the public hearing to May 15, 2012, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dalton. All were in favor. ATTORNEY'S REPORT No items to report. COUNCIL COMMENTS, COMMITTEE REPORTS, AND IDENTIFICATION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Pro Tem Dalton reported a Longmont City Council member contacted him relative to a Boulder County Social event for elected officials. The date selected is Friday, May 11th and the time would be sometime in the afternoon. City Attorney Light stated the Loftus proposal public hearing has been continued to May 15m. He cautioned Council not to discuss this matter with members of the public. Council member Sackett felt he should be allowed to discuss current topics with the public. Mayor Muckle explained the Council is required to respond to questions and make final decisions in open meetings. City Attorney Light explained there are special rules for Council decisions on land use applications. He explained it is a quasi-judicial action, which is similar to a Court proceeding. Council has a legal obligation to have discussion and make decisions in a meeting open to the public. ADJOURN MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Dalton moved for adjournment, seconded by Mayor Muckle. All were in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 10:27 p.m.