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City Council Meeting Minutes December 18, 2012 Page 12 of 17 Mr. DelPizzo inquired about the length of the project. Planning Director Russ stated the project will take from 6-12 months. Mr. DelPizzo requested the curbs be painted yellow. Sherry Murgallis, 945 Front Street, Louisville, CO explained she owns the building right next to this project and her biggest concern is Front Street remains open. She inquired about the drop in the street. Planning Director Russ stated the drop was to flatten the crown. Ms. Murgallis endorsed the concept and also expressed a desire to not lose parking areas. The City Council directed staff to endorse the 30% design concept for the South Street Gateway and continue discussion to the January 22, 2013 City Council meeting. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION/ACTION — UC DENVER ENERGY ASSESSMENT BUDGET FOR 2013 Mayor Muckle requested this item be brought back for Council consideration. Staff recommended including $12,250 in the 2013 budget to provide funding for an Energy Assessment/Community Outreach conducted by the University of Colorado Denver. During Board and Commission interviews, applicants for the Sustainability Advisory Board all recommended conducting the assessment. Mayor Muckle reported on attending a meeting in Boulder where the Boulder County Commissioners discussed putting a tax issue on the ballot next year, which would create a sustainability fund. County residents could apply for funds to implement energy efficient measures to the homes and businesses. City Manager Fleming confirmed UC Denver is stilling willing to conduct the study and could commence the work in the first quarter of 2013. PUBLIC COMMENT Council member Keany asked if there was a deadline to commit to the study. Public Works Director Kowar stated the deadline is the first quarter of 2013. PUBLIC COMMENTS Martin Odle, 322 E. Raintree Court, Louisville, CO had previously lived in Arlington, VA where he served on a Community Energy Advisory Group. They created a community energy plan to enhance Arlington economic competitiveness, ensure the reliable and affordable energy supplies and to demonstrate the County's long-term commitment to environmental responsibility. The group members were from area schools, the Chamber of Commerce, the Pentagon and citizens. He noted his business also