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City Council Meeting Minutes August 7, 2007 Page 8 of 14 Michael Menaker, 1827 Choke Cherry Drive, Louisville, CO voiced his support of the Plan. He noted a lot of uses allowed at one time in Louisville are no longer permitted in the City. He disagreed with moving the Rail Station because it would displace residents. He urged Council to meet in Study Sessions to resolve these issues and proceed with the plan. He did not agree with the requirements to have commercial or office uses only on the first floor and suggested it be changed. Mike Deborski, 601 Pine Street, Louisville, CO presented a letter to Council on behalf of the Deborski family. Council member Yarnell asked if the amendment addressed the status of vacant space after being vacant for twelve months. Wood responded no. Council member Muckle complimented Staff and the Planning Commission for their work on the document. He voiced his concern the Plan may create competition for Old Town. He stressed the importance of supporting Old Town and current mixed use development and the placement of pedestrian crossings and complimenting the Old Town architectural plan, including building heights. He supported residential on all floors of mixed-use and the development facing Old Town Louisville. He voiced his frustration with the financial models and requested the City seek a new model. He addressed permitted uses such as theatre, movies or performing arts and requested it be reserved. Mayor Pro Tem Brown voiced his concern about eliminating any parking facing the highway. He also felt the language addressing the theatre or performing arts is reasonable. Mayor Sisk suggested residential units be permitted on all levels of a mixed-use development. He addressed the location of the Rail Station and the extension of the downtown area and stressed the importance of complimenting both sides of the railway. He also complimented Planning Director Wood and Principal Planner McCarthy for their presentation. Council member Muckle addiressed specific provisions of the plan regarding mixed uses and offered suggestions for changes to the language. He voiced his preference for having rooftops free of HVAC units and equipment. MOTION: Mayor Sisk moved to continue Ordinance No. 1524, Series 2007 to September 4, 2007, seconded by Council member Yarnell. All in favor. Absent: Council member Sackett. RESOLUTION No. 37, SERIES 2007 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DESIGNATING THE CITY CLERK TO SET THE BALLOT TITLE FOR INITIATIVE PETITION No. 2007-1