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Councilmember Musgrove asked about the change order that was submitted for this item that she had previously asked City Administrator Hagen about. City Administrator Hagen explained that the change order that she is referring to has to do with case 7.8, which is related to this project but is not related to this item they are discussing. Councilmember Musgrove said she likes this project and likes the new layout. She noted that it should blend well with the tall building structure of the hotel. She added that she also likes that the building will be faced in such a way that the parking will be on the inside behind the hotel. Ms. Wise added that they also positioned the pool along Zeolite Street to block any views of Zeolite into the parking lot. Councilmember Olson asked if Norhart will be seeking users for the retail space. Ms. Wise said yes. Councilmember Olson asked what kind of retail users are typical for these buildings. Ms. Wise said they are at the design phase right now and they will need to plan ahead depending on the type of retail user. She shared that she envisions this space being split in two and having two separate users. She noted that they have put feelers out to see what retailers would be interested. She said she is getting a lot of interest. Motion by Councilmember Musgrove, seconded by Councilmember Olson, to waive the City Charter provision to read the ordinance aloud and introduce Ordinance 424-07, rezoning a portion of the COR from COR-4b to COR-4c for Norhart Ramsey. Further discussion: Councilmember Specht stated he has heard from a lot of residents that they do not want more apartments downtown. He said he will agree with the rezoning and noted that the design looks very nice. A roll call vote was performed: Councilmember Musgrove aye Councilmember Riley aye Councilmember Howell aye Councilmember Olson aye Councilmember Specht aye Mayor Kuzma aye Motion carried. City Council/May 14, 2024 Page 12 of 18