Planning Commission Agenda and Packet 2010 11 18

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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes October 14, 2010 Page 8 of 18 Brauneis asked for additional discussion of the alternative sites. Goodman stated the original plan was for four (4) siren locations. However, the selected vendor recommended three (3) siren locations which gave the same coverage as the original four (4). Pritchard asked if the manufacturer had any input into the site locations. Goodman stated they did not. Pritchard discussed the siren sound coverage evaluation process with Russ. Lipton asked for more information about the alternative sites. Goodman and Russ discussed the other locations for the north section of town. Loo asked if this had been done through the proper procedure would cost of the project been a consideration. Fleming stated yes, especially if there was a need for land acquisition. Staff and Applicant Summary and Recommendation: Lipton asked for additional comments, summary or recommendation from staff. Hearing none he closed the public hearing. Public Hearing Closed Commission Comments: Sheets stated she is sorry the project did not go through the proper process. She suggested the other sites should go through the process. She believes the primary issue is all about the view corridor. If the project had been heard prior to the placement of the siren, the Commission might not have agreed with this location. She stated she does not feel adequately informed to make a decision at this time. She would like to look at alternative locations primarily because of the view issues and not the sound. Brauneis stated his agreement with Sheets regarding the flawed process. He stated the tower is not very attractive, especially for being located so close to a very active trail. He is not convinced the other options are any better. He also stated he would probably feel the same even if the proper procedure had been followed. Pritchard stated his agreement with Brauneis and he’s not sure which location is best. He would like to have heard from the manufacturer and their suggestions for site locations throughout the city. He stated he does not support approval of the resolution. Lipton stated he is not sure which location is best. He would like to have heard from OSAB regarding the Harper Lake site as well as this one. He stated if the siren could be moved closer to the trees it might have less of a visual impact. He would consider a continuance based on the need for additional information.