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City Council Meeting Minutes February 6, 2024 Page 8 of 14 Councilmember Hoefner asked how much retail space they envision in the application. Floyd stated they expect something in the range of 2500 - 3500 sf range. Public Comments Mark Cathcart, Louisville, stated he supports the concept plan for the additional housing it will bring however he thinks the plan is over parked. He would like to see more walkable sidewalks on Highway 42 for these residents. Sherry Sommer, Louisville, state she likes the onsite affordable housing but is concerned about traffic. She would like a traffic study for the entire corridor showing all of the planned development in the area and would like a fiscal impact statement. She is concerned it will not be affordable for Louisville residents and does not feel the density will help the downtown businesses. Tamar Krantz, Louisville, stated likes the new concept plan process. She is concerned the City has not yet adopted a housing plan and is rezoning areas without that information. She would like an affordable housing commitment and energy efficiency commitment to be required at the time of rezoning for any future changes from commercial to residential zoning. Josh Cooperman, Louisville, stated he is supportive of this development. It is a great spot for residential redevelopment and the location is not likely to get commercial development but is close to commercial development for walkability. We need the inclusionary housing. He would like charging for electric bicycles, a playground, and possibly structured parking in the development. He appreciates the developer engaging with the public. Maxine Most, Louisville, stated she likes the concept plan process. We do need redevelopment and more housing. She agrees the development should have a lower parking requirement. She supports small retail businesses in the development. Cynthia Come, Louisville, stated she supports the concept in this location. She wants to make sure traffic on Griffith Street is addressed regarding school times and ice issues. She supports safe walking routes to the middle school and to shopping on South Boulder Road. Mike Deborski, Louisville, stated he is the neighboring property owner. He thanked the developer for their engagement with the neighbors. He would like to make sure access is maintained to his property. He likes the proposal and it brings needed housing. He would like to see a lower parking requirement. Mayor Leh noted that discussion tonight is advisory and only a feedback session.