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Session 1670, Minutes June 24, 1996 Page 8 Mr. Wagner said he agreed with Mr. Byrd's presentation, and commended Mr. Feygelman for his spirit in trying to improve his business. Mr. Schoomer said Loop Automotive was a non-conforming use and pointed out the Circuit Court did not say it was; they simply did not rule on it. He said the use was not in accord with the specific plan for the Loop nor the City's comprehensive plan, and it does not enhance the neighborhood in any way. The success of this business should not be at a cost to the neighborhood. He noted the applicant has twice been before the Plan Commission and Council and stated he would abide by the conditions set for the number of vehicles allowed on the site; however, he has failed repeatedly to meet this obligation. He said making this business bigger will not serve the City in any way, and he moved denial. Mr. Lieberrnan seconded the motion. In response to Mr. Lieberman, Mr. Ollendorffsaid the conditional use has been in effect with the present owner for about five years, and three years before that with a different owner. He said the conditions have not been met by this or the previous owner, with one of the main problems being overnight parking by unlicensed/uninspected vehicles. Also, required landscaping was not done. Mr. Ollendorff said the recommendation to deny is based on incompatibility with the neighborhood. All voted Aye to deny, except Councilmembers Thompson and Wagner, who voted Nay. DELMAR PARKING GARAGE BIDS The City Manager said bids for this project were received Friday, June 21, as follows: SM Wilson Kloster Company Tarlton Corporation Sverdrup Facilities Orf Construction $1,949,500 $2,118,000 $2,279,000 $2,288,000 $1,953,000 The construction budget was approximately $1,600,000. The bids are being analyzed and possible alter- natives studied. Conclusions and a recommendation as to whether to proceed with this project will be reported to Council as soon as all details have been reviewed. Mr. Ollendorff asked that Council take no action on this matter at this time. There was no objection. POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT The Police Department report for the month of May, 1996, was received and ordered filed. PERSONNEL REPORT The Personnel report for the week ending June 15, 1996, was received and ordered filed.