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Further Discussion: Councilmember Elvig stated he appreciated the comments from residents but wanted it known the Council was not moving because they were being threatened, but rather because this was the way the Councilmembers felt. Councilmember Look stated he had opposed the introduction of the Ordinance and he was opposing the sale of this as well with the understanding that deals were made with the previous Council and the property owner and he did not want his., hands tied because of some previous Council. He wanted the property owner reassured that the City wants to figure out the cost of the right-of--ways and reimburse him for those costs. Councilmember Dehen stated. he was not in favor of this. Councilmember Elvig asked that the Council consider an amendment be made to the motion to further direct a study be done on the property and if the City is really interested in a sale. There should be an appraisal for each use the study reveals. Further, negotiations should be made with River's Bend Holdings LLC to make certain he is made whole. City Attorney Goodrich stated he is fine with the amendment or two separate motions could be prepared. Amendment by Councilmember Jeffrey seconded by Councilmember Look to add the following to the motion to not adopt the ordinance - to direct that a study be completed on the property to determine the best value and uses and whether or not the City needs, wants, or desires to sell the property and that an appraisal accompany all recommended uses the study reveals, that negotiations be held with River's Bend Holdings LLC to determine the amount of compensation that would make them whole from the previous agreement -which may or may not include money or property -and to cancel the purchase agreement. Further discussion: Councilmember Jeffrey stated he was in favor of the study but did not want that holding up making Mr. Foster whole on this. He inquired how quickly this process could be done to which Mr. Goodrich replied we can enter into discussions with Mr. Foster immediately but that it may take some appraisal work. He estimated 60 to 90 days to make a final determination. Councilmember Elvig added that the proposal is more to determine the value of the property than the use. Mayor Rarrisey asked for further discussion and heazing none, directed that the roll call vote be taken. A roll call vote was performed by the Recording Secretary: Councilmember Wise aye Councilmember Look aye Coancilmember Elvig aye Councilmember McGlone aye Councilmember Dehen aye Coancilmember Jeffrey aye Mayor Ramsey aye Motion carried. City Council /September 14, 2010 Page 5 of 8