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Session 1865 January 13, 2003 The Mayor called for the vote and the motion was carried. AGENDA #2 CONDITIONAL USE-UNIVERSITY CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER AT 6646 VERNON: Concurring with the Plan Commission's recommendation, the City Manager asked the Council to approve the site plan for the new facility subject to conditions requiring a detailed landscape plan, regular litter policing, screening of utility connections, screening of trash collection facilities, Missouri day care licensing requirements and adult guidance taking the children to and from the building. The motion to approve was made by Ms. Welsch and seconded by Ms. Colquitt. Mayor Adams disclosed that he has made donations to the Children's Center and then called upon those who had requested to speak before the Council. Mr. Kamau Whitfield, 166 Forest Brook Lane, said that he came to express his support for the project. Mr. Bill Albinson, 7033 Washington Avenue and with Team Four Architects, offered to answer Council's questions. Ms. Welsch inquired about the time frame for renovation and construction of the facility and if it was fully funded. Mr. Albinson said that they planned to start around the end of February and that the center will open in September. Mr. Carl Tarro, stated that he has resided in University City since 1973 and has served on the Center's Board for two terms. He has been contracted as the construction manager for the project and also asked for Council's support throughout the project. Mayor Adams made a special note of commending those who worked to make the project possible, including Washington University. He also highlighted the role of Steve Zwollack and his staff for their hard work and diligence. Mr. Zwollack came forward to speak. He informed the Council that, upon completion, the Children's Center capacity will be increased from 64 to 216 students. It will house a variety of support services that will enhance the educational experience for all children in University City and beyond. Their partnerships include the School District, the Brentwood retirement community, Washington University and other local organizations. Mr. Lieberman asked Mr. Zwollack about the extent of the changes they planned to make. He was told that they plan to gut the interior to make it a showplace for early childhood development. The first phase will accommodate 112 students and will include infants and toddlers. There will be enhanced plumbing, electrical, new facade, and a