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Warembourgs, RB Development and the City and its residents the ability to see everything that is proposed as an exact product, and that if annexed, there would also be approval of the sub- division being proposed. The delay will allow time to revise the ,approved preliminary plat which was approved with numerous conditions by Planning Commission thereby responding to concerns raised by Planning Commission and City residents regarding the subdivision. Drumm said that thEay have responded to all public concerns and suggestions with the exception of "go away". He presented slides of the Warembourg site stating that the property has been included as a development residential parcel in the Comp Plan since 1973 when the plan was first adopted and identified as an Urban Service Area as the County was developing its Comp Plan. Therefore, this property is in compliance with all Comp Plans and updates and provides a very important aspect to the City's drainage plan. There is a drainage problem to the east: of the property which can be eliminated by proper engineering of the Warembourg property. It is also an integral part of the City's transportation plan and Cherry Street will be realigned to avoid the 90 degree turns that presently exist as a transition between Bella Vista Drive and Cherry Street. It is also an integral part of tY'ie City's greenbelt system providing for hike/'bike trail linkages. "Why should the City annex the Warembourg property?", is a questions Drumm responded to by stating that it is a logical extension and necessary part of t:he City's services and facilities. Also, it has significant social and economical benefits with new facilities and conveniences occurring as a result of some growth. Commercial and industrial tax base in Drumm's opinion would also improve with positive progressive accomplishments enticing new commercial and industrial to Louisville. Mayor Fauson asked those people wishing to speak to stand and identify themselves. There were no public comments in favor of the proposed annexation. There were ten people who spoke in opposition to the annexation. Among the comments and concerns were fears of declining property value, excessive growth, overcrowdizig of schools, and concerns with the PUD. John Leary felt that the figures 5