HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-13-13 Zoning & AnnexationZONING & ANNEXATION
3:30 P.M.
May 13, 2013
Committee Members Present: Dr. Fred Ferlic, Oliver Davis, Henry Davis, Gavin Ferlic
Citizen Members: Kyle Chamberlin
Other Council Present: Tim Scott, Valerie Schey, Karen White, Derek Dieter
Others Present: Carol Davis, Christa Nayder, Scott Ford, Kimberly Clendenin, Mark Neal, Eric Hansen,
Glenda Rae Hernandez, Mike Divita
Dr. Fred Ferlic Chairperson of the Zoning & Annexation Committee, called the meeting to order for the
purpose of considering Bill No. 11 -13.
This bill petitions the Council to rezone and grant a special exemption for the expansion of a used car
sales and storage lot at 3901 Western Avenue.
Christa Nayder reported that the Area Plan Commission had ruled favorably on the petition with certain
provisos mostly requiring screening.
Kimberly Clendenin made the presentation for the petition citing the screening agreements and
emphasizing the fact that this was a long -term successful business that was only asking to increase the
size of the lot.
Valerie Schey opened the Council discussion asking for definition of the zoning categories at issue, they
being mixed use and commercial business. Oliver Davis, the Council representative to the APC,
recounted issues raised and accommodations agreed to at the APC hearing Karen White voiced
concerns about more used car lots on Western Avenue, a long standing Council concern. Henry Davis
said this type of request for this type of business raises foundational issues, specifically the need for a
long -term economic development plan for the corridors. Valerie Schey asked if failure to pass would put
the owner out of business. The answer was no. Kyle Chamberlin said one of the most important things
business investors seek is predictability in government. The petitioner was granted approval to operate is
2005. Why not now?
Mike Divita from the City's Community Investment Department said the City does not support expanded
automotive on Western.
Kimberly Clendenin wondered why the City would thwart a successful long -term business.
Finally, Gavin Ferlic motioned to continue the bill until 6 -10. Oliver Davis seconded and all concurred.
There being no further business to come before the joint committees, Chairperson, Dr. Fred Ferlic,
adjourned the meeting at 3:38 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Dr. Fred Ferlic, Chairperson
Zoning & Annexation Committee