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Zoning and Annexation Committee September 24, 2001 Page 2 Council Member Aranowski stated that it was his understanding that central services is to be re- located to the old Washington site which would bring ninety(90)jobs. Karen Hammon-Nash noted that she review the SBBC budget and had conversations with Dr. Stump in the past about relocating central services. Council Member King noted that he has seen the architectural drawings and the capital budget which addresses the School Corporation's plans for a print shop, central supplies, central meals preparation, machine maintenance which would be moved to the site under consideration. Council President Pfeifer inquired whether in light of the demolition, has the historic nature of the building been altered? Karen Hammon-Nash stated that the Council would still have the legal authority to consider this location as an historic landmark. The Council Attorney inquired whether any of the three (3) criteria which the Historic Preservation Commission found to be in existence in July were impacted by the demolition. Ms. Hammon- Nash stated that although the face of the building has been weakened, that in her opinion the building is still worthy of being designated. Council Member Aranowski stated that the School Corporation intends to demolish the building and put up a new facility at that location;therefore he would not be in favor of the designation. Following discussion, Dr. Varner made a motion seconded by Council Member Coleman that Bill NO. 61-01 be recommended unfavorably to Council. The motion passed 2-1 with Council Member White being the dissenting vote. Council Member White stated that in light of the viable plans which were presented for Nuner, that she finds it extreme difficult to understand the lack of communications and lack of openness with all of the entities involved. Council Member White stated that it is her goal to continue discussions with the Council Attorney to see how the system can be improved. Council Member King and Council Member Kelly noted the need to improve communications, with Council Member King noted that timing was a key factor. Council President Pfeifer hoped that civility would be an end product also. The Council Attorney noted that in light of Council President's concerns with regard to how neighborhoods are impacted when buildings are vacated, that this will also be part of the discussion with Council Member White in attempting to improve communications and the entire process. Under miscellaneous business,Karen Hammond-Nash presented a proposed landmark designating ordinance for Nuner School,noting that she was hoping that the Council would consider hearing it this evening. The Council Attorney stated that such action would required all nine (9) Council Members voting to suspend the rules to go forward this evening. Ms. Hammond-Nash was requested to come to the Informal Meeting at 6:45 pm to discuss this matter further.