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Session 1802 February 12, 2001 possible solutions. He described five different scenarios, with the fifth plan seeming to meet the requirements of all involved the best: 1) Urban Outfitters will demolish Smith Hardware building and construct a new two story building with more frontage on Delmar, allowing for more permit parking in the south lot; 2) Craft Alliance would be encouraged to construct their expansion along Delmar, instead of to the rear, which would also allow for more parking in the south lot; 3) Revision of the parking lot to allow for more efficient use of space; 4)Make Loop South one-way eastbound and allow for parallel parking along the south side of the street; 5) purchase some of the rear lot space of the apartment buildings to the south and widen the existing alley for more parking. Mr. Ollendorff estimates that this scenario would probably cost in the neighborhood of $200,000 and that Urban Outfitters have tentatively discussed putting up to $100,000 of the cost. Craft Alliance would be asked to come up with their fair share, as well as the City and Commerce Bank coming up with funds as well. This plan would have to be approved by Craft Alliance and Urban Outfitters, and ultimately, Commerce Bank since they own the entire property. The LSBD will be informed since businesses from Leland to Kingsland, since benefitted by the improvements, may be assessed to help pay for this parking plan. Mr. Ollendorff will keep the Council apprized of his progress. AGENDA #5 - LACLEDE GAS UTILITY TAX: Many residents are concerned about the extra revenue that the City is receiving in gross utility tax receipts due to the increase in gas costs and usage. They feel that the City should reimburse the sizeable amount that they feel the City will be receiving back to the residents who are having a hard time paying the high bills. Mayor Adams suggested waiting until the end of March to see if there is any net surplus received. If there is, then he suggested donating extra monies to a utility help group, such as Dollar Help or to Step, Inc. to help needy residents with their heating bills. Mayor Adams also noted that Laclede Gas had currently applied to the Public Service Commission for a rate reduction, which should provide additional help. AGENDA #6 - COUNCIL TRAVEL POLICY: Mr. Lieberman went over all changes and comments he had received to date from other Councilmembers and the City Clerk. The draft will be submitted for review and possible approval at an upcoming session. AGENDA #7 - DOG PARK: Mr. Schoomer suggested that a dog club be formed to utilize an enclosed area at Pennsylvania and Vernon, which was formerly utilized by MSD. The dog club would then 2