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tommittu Ittport Zotttttg anti Snn xattott tommitt u The March 24, 2003 Zoning and Annexation Committee was called to order by its Chairperson, Council Member Ervin Kuspa at 3:53 p.m. in the Council Informal Meeting Room. Persons in attendance included Council Members Aranowski, Pfeifer, Kelly, Coleman, Kuspa, White, Varner, Kirsits and Pfeifer; Planner Jeff Myers, Bill Schalliol, Rick 011ett, Jim Frick, Derek Spier, John Schiling,Terry Bland of the *nth 0 'Crib= and Council Attorney Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand. Council Member Kuspa noted that the Zoning and Annexation Committee members include Council Members Kelly, Varner, Coleman and himself. Council Member Kuspa then called for a presentation on Substitute Bill No. 17-03 which is a rezoning request for the properties located at 1200, 1290 and 1390 Ireland Road. Jeff Myers, a Planner with Area Plan noted that the proposed rezoning received a favorable recommendation from the Area Plan Commission. Bill Schalliol of Community and Economic Development made the presentation. He introduced Derek J. Spier of Abonmarche Consultants,Inc. and John Schiling of Kite Development Company of Indianapolis. He provided a copy of a map of the proposed commercial development which would replace the current Scottsdale Mall (copy attached). Council Member Pfeifer inquired whether discussion of a combination of a covered mall and a strip mall was considered for the area,noting that this is occurring in other parts of the country. John Schiling stated that a covered walkway is proposed for the development, noting that developers do not want to pay for the extra cost of common space. He stated that he would not be able to get anchor stores in a covered mall concept. He stated that his company is getting good responses on the proposed development which is dependent on the zoning changes requested. Council President White inquired about the timetable for the project. Mr. Schiling noted that the timetable is flexible. The project should start in the next 30-90 days with the current mall remaining in place for the next year. Jim Frick stated that nine(9) new buildings are being developed along the South Gateway Corridor and three (3) more are proposed. 6-8 new stores are being proposed for Ireland Road. He noted that if the right mix of stores are reached that the developments will be very successful. It was also noted that the Broadmoor shopping area will be upgraded this year. Council Member Kuspa stated that there has been a lot of talk and now we need confirmation of leases for the developments. Dr. Varner noted that he has had his dental office on Ireland Road for several years and has had the opportunity to hear comments from many about the proposed development People are very interested in getting retail development on the southern portion of the city. Many have expressed concern about tearing the mall down,but we have to have faith in the business community who are willing to develop the area that it will be successful. Additional retail should represent a"viable