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Zoning and Annexation Committee July 5, 2001 Page 2 tables, and guidelines. He suggested a similar committee be established for Washington and Nuner. Dr. Varner noted that with regard to Nuner there are three (3) entities involved, SBCC, HPC and CC with it appearing as to which entity,HPC or SBCC can manipulate the Council the most. Council President Pfeifer noted that when a business abandons a building it affects the surrounding neighborhood. She stressed the need for the needs of the neighbors to be taken into consideration and that they should be a part of the intricate process of planning. Schools in particular should have a plan, and purposes of buildings which should continue to be maintained. She further noted that buildings are a world's resource and need to be addressed so that the neighborhood is not negatively affected when a use changes or ceases. Council Member Kelly agreed that a plan is critical and that the neighborhood should be heard. Mr. Ujdak noted that there are safety concerns with regard to children crossing Pleasant Street if the area in question becomes a green space or a playground. Teachers could assist but most would not want the risk that would be involved. Both He and Mr. Whittacker noted that crossing guards would be required. Mr. Ujdak stated that a mechanism is needed so that all of these items can be sorted out. Council Member Kelly noted that he has toured Nuner and believes it is a mess. He inquired as to what kind of dollars would be required to make it usable. Mr. Oxian stated that one estimate is $ 2 1/2 million, and noted that there are three (3) entities which have submitted proposals which should be in the material filed with the City Clerk. Kitty Gerschaffer inquired about tours. Council Member White asked Mr. Strauss about scheduling tours. The Council Attorney suggested that perhaps Mr. Strauss could call the City Clerk's Office by 3 p.m. today with a date and time whereby members of the Council, the neighborhood and the Historic Preservation Commission could tour Nuner. Mr. Strauss agreed to this proposal. Council Member White noted that such a tour would have to be held prior to the Zoning and Annexation Committee meeting on Monday at 4 p.m. Mr. Oxian stated that with regard to the new state law, that it is HPC's position that only the third part applies and nothing more. He stated that he has an opinion to that effect from their attorney, Thomas Bodnar. The Council Attorney suggested that since the SBCC would have their attorney present on Monday that HPC should consider also have their attorney present. Council Member White summarized that the SBCC would make available Nuner School for a tour prior to Monday's Council meeting; and that the Committee would be taking formal action on Bill No. 45-01 at the 4 pm Monday meeting.