The purpose of this case is to formally adopt Ordinance #18-03 rezoning property from R-1 Residential (MUSA) to Public. Staff found a procedural error in how the motion was structured, and simply needs to correct. This rezoning is for the new Ramsey Elementary School which opened its doors to students this fall.  The Ordinance was brought before the City Council on February 12, 2018 as well as February 27, 2018. While it was brought before the City Council twice as is common, the first meeting on the 12th was only for general feedback and as a result the Ordinance was not officially introduced until the February 27, 2018 meeting even though language included in the case referenced formal adoption of the ordinance. This clerical error was identified by City Staff as part of the City's record keeping efforts.  As a result, City Staff is now bringing Ordinance #18-03 back before the City Council for official adoption.

No additional notification is required at this time.  The Planning Commission held a public hearing on January 4, 2018 regarding the rezoning which included letters being sent to adjacent properties within 700 feet of the Subject Property as well as notice placed in the City's official newspaper.

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended adoption of the Rezoning following the public hearing held on January 4, 2018.  In addition, the City Council was supportive of the proposed Ordinance during its meetings on February 12th and February 27th. 

Alternative 1: Adopt Ordinance #18-03 approving the rezoning of the Subject Property from R-1 Residential (MUSA) to Public. The new elementary school that has been constructed on the property is an important community asset and Staff is supportive of this alternative.

Alternative 2: Do not Adopt Ordinance #18-03. The Elementary School has been constructed and opened for students this past fall. Staff does not support this alternative.

This case is being handled as part of Staff's regular duties.

Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance #18-03. The project is a positive addition to the community and the official rezoning of the property is the final action to take place.

Motion to waive the City Charter requirement to read the ordinance aloud AND adopt Ordinance #18-03 Rezoning the Subject Property. 

Roll Call Vote:

Councilmember Heinrich
Councilmember Kuzma
Councilmember Musgrove
Councilmember Menth
Councilmember Riley
Mayor LeTourneau