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Mr. Schroeder stated that we expect the soil borings will show there is contamination on that site. Councilmember Zimmerman expressed being uncomfortable condemning someone else's land and reiterated there should be more negotiating. Mr. Schroeder explained that the negotiations would continue but it seems that, at the current pace, they could continue forever. We feel it's important to put the time clock in motion. Mayor Hardin pointed out the indication that the property is available. We could stop proceedings at a later date if we feel uncomfortable about it. He felt that the initiation of the condemnation proceedings will help move this along. Motion by Councilmember Peterson and seconded by Councilmember Beahen to adopt Resolution g96-08-188 authorizing acquisition of property for abatement of ground contamination and blight purposes. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Hardin, Councilmembers Peterson and Beahen. Voting No: Councilmembers Beyer and Zimmerman. Case #8: Request for Site Plan Approval; Case of Sharp and Associates/Barkela Manufacturing Zoning Administrator Frolik stated that Sharp and Associates has been retained by Barkela Manufacturing to prepare a site plan for their new facility to be constructed in Business Park 95 2nd Addition on the north side of McKinley Street. The proposed project is a 9,140 square foot office/manufacturing facility and meets City Code requirements for lot coverage, setbacks, architectural standards, landscaping, screening, waste enclosure, and design and number of off- street parking spaces and driveways. The site plan should be modified to identify a lighting plan and the City Engineer has also requested that the drainage pond be enlarged and additional details be provided. The Planning Commission is 'recommending approval. She noted Kelly and Steve, representing Sharp and Associates, are present to answer any questions. Motion by Councilmember Beahen and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to approve the site plan for the Barkela facility contingent upon compliance with City Staff Review Letter dated August 1, 1996. Motion carded. Voting Yes: Mayor Hardin, Councilmembers Beahen, Beyer, Peterson and Zimmerman. Voting No: None. Case g9: Request for Site Plan Approval; Case of Children's World Daycare Zoning Administrator Frolik reported that Children's World Daycare has submitted a site plan for the development of an 8,610 square foot facility on Lot 1, Block 1, River 47 Plaza. The facility will have access from the private drive along the west property line that will run between County Road #116 and 142nd Avenue NW. That private drive also has an easterly connection with T.H. #47 immediately to the south of the Children's World site. The proposed :project meets City Code requirements for zoning, lot coverage,' setbacks, design and number of off-street parking spaces and driveways, screened waste enclosure, and lighting. The exterior walls of the daycare are proposed to be finished with vinyl siding and brick veneer. It appears the green space requirement can be met if the play area is green space and not paved. The Planning Commission recommending approval if the exterior facing finish does not too closely resemble that of the New Horizon Daycare on the east side of T.H. #47. The intent of the Children's World is to face the structure in earth-tone colors to blend in with the Old School House to the north. She noted that Bill Bartel is here to present the color scheme if Council desires. City Council/August 13, 1996 Page 10 of 22