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<br />City Council/LRC <br />Planning Commission <br />Special Meeting Minutes <br />January 12, 2009 <br />Page 5 of 7 <br /> <br />PUBLIC COMMENT <br /> <br />Don Atwood, 298 W. Taft Court, louisville, CO questioned the phrase "a sense <br />of place". Mr. Gaughan explained the phrase is a design term for a type of <br />development within the guidelines, including street grid, civic places, residential <br />and varying levels of density. <br /> <br />COUNCilOR/COMMISSIONER COMMENTS <br /> <br />Commissioner Hernandez felt the term "a sense of place" is overused and noted <br />the goal is to get people to spend their money along Highway 42, have civic <br />activities, and supply office spaces. <br /> <br />Commissioner Menaker agreed with Councilor Muckle in recognizing the value of <br />a pedestrian connection. It provides more customers for the downtown area and <br />brings in new residents. <br /> <br />Mayor Sisk stated there was a Highway 42 Revitalization Plan in place before <br />there was transit discussion. <br /> <br />Mr. Gaughan noted there are three points for additional consideration: The <br />desire to invest in downtown using TIF proceeds; infrastructure is needed for <br />Highway 42; businesses in the Highway 42 are not in competition with the <br />downtown businesses other than eating and drinking establishments. Other <br />considerations include increase or limit the density in the downtown area; what <br />infrastructure is required downtown to attract developers and how can downtown <br />assist the Highway 42 redevelopment. <br /> <br />Mayor Sisk stated the Highway 42 area must attract people into louisville. The <br />gateway to the redevelopment area must incorporate beautification and be more <br />than a welcoming sign. <br /> <br />Planning Director Wood stated the market study provides new light in the TIF <br />funding, and gives a nod for apartment buildings and retail. He felt the City will <br />be more prepared. <br /> <br />City Manager Fleming asked if the City's vision is attainable. Mr. Gaughan <br />stated the City's vision is attainable if automotive traffic will drive the <br />development. <br /> <br />Commissioner Menaker stated the City may have to consider vertical <br />townhouses with retail, smaller lots, and single family residential lots. <br />