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City Council Meeting Minutes December 4,2012 Page 12 of 16 development; a drive for the church off Dillon Road; a right-in/right-out, and the signal light. He explained the lighting plan is state of the art and intended to stay on the tennis center, but noted it is a tennis center and there will more light than is currently there. Mayor Muckle supported the cash in lieu of land dedication, but inquired whether the public land dedication should be used to create more setbacks for the church. Planning Director Russ explained there are building setback requirements which put the church further back. The Parks Division looked at the corner and determined it was not worthwhile for open space. He stated there is a natural gas pump station at the intersection and other things, which compromise the integrity of the area as public land. Council member Keany asked whether there are any limitations on the lighting hours. Planning Director Russ stated the hours of operation would be 7 am to 10 pm. Council member Jasiak voiced her appreciation for the project. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Dalton moved to approve Resolution No. 79, Series 2012, seconded by Council member Loo. Mr. Boothby requested the hours be extended to 11:00 p.m. for special events. There was further Council discussion on the hours of lighting. There was City Council consensus on extended hours for special events. City Attorney recited the friendly amendment to the motion to add a condition of approval as follows: "Outdoor tennis court play lighting shall be used only during play, further limited to between the hours of 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. This condition does not apply to safety or security lighting." Council member Loo voiced her concern there have been occasions where other tournaments have gone over the limited time. Mr. Boothby noted there are no residential homes in the area and the CTC center is not operational during the evenings. He also noted they will be very mindful of lighting to keep the cost down. Council member Keany voiced his support for the project but wanted the condition included in the event the management of the tennis center changes. VOTE: All were in favor. Absent: Council member Sackett. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION/ACTION — MAIN STREET PATIOS Mayor Muckle requested a staff presentation. Public Works Director Kowar explained the downtown patios have become an important part of downtown Louisville's identity helping draw residents and visitors from