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Councilmember Jeffrey stated he was not present at the work session either. He expressed concern regarding the 4-foot fence depicted in the plan and the sight line where the drive-thru crosses the sidewalk. Community Development Director Trudgeon explained the fence is not meant to be a blockade or stockade fence; it will be more decorative and able to be seen through. Councilmember Jeffrey's point about sight vision is important, and staff would want to review the placement to be sure not to obstruct the vision in any way. Councilmember Strommen asked if the Town Center Task Force is still meeting. Community Development Director Trudgeon replied it has been approximately one year since the task force has met. Council reviewed the proposed findings of fact. Regarding Finding No.9, Councilmember Olson expressed concern that this parcel will likely be used early in the morning with a straight shot across to the parking ramp and, that as Town Center develops and there is more traffic, this might become an issue. Councilmember Elvig indicated he does not believe this would adversely affect the traffic in the area. He appreciates Councilmember Strommen's comments about the intent of Town Center, but this area is currently a field. The Council had a good intention of not wanting drive-thrus at every comer, but he does not have a problem with an interim use for this building. A civic center is proposed to be across the street, which will take a few years to complete. He does not see that this use will make a big impact at this time. He appreciates the way Mr. Deal has redesigned this, and it will not be difficult to maneuver. If there is a problem in five years it can be reconsidered, but at this time it is the only building in this area, and he would like to see it do business. Council made the following determination regarding Finding Nos. 8,9, 12 and 17: Finding No.8: Remain as stated. Finding No.9: Amended to state that the proposed use will not adversely impact traffic in the area. Finding No. 12: Remain as stated. Finding No. 17: Amended to state that the proposed use will be in accordance with the objectives of the intent of Section 9.03.06 Interim Use Permits of the City Code. Councilmember Cook stated he concurs with Councilmember Elvig's statements. This interim use permit will allow Mr. Deal to do business in this building for awhile and will give him a chance to see if the use works in this location. Five years from now as the character of the area changes Mr. Deal may not need the drive-thru window. This is an opportunity for both sides. Councilmember Strommen stated obviously the traffic is not an issue today. Her issue is the first uses in Town Center are what set the tone. Mr. Deal has done a fabulous job with quality City Council / August 8, 2006 Page 6 of 29