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City Commission Meeting April 28, 2008 Page 6 2) Valerie Hagman, 116 Quail Pond Circle, Casselberry, Florida, also spoke in opposition to the City's plan to purchase at 110 Quail Pond Circle. She stated that the City's purchase of the home at 110 Quail Pond Circle would just the beginning of long time residents losing their home in the name of beautification and redevelopment. 3) John Casselberry, 700 S. Lost Lake Lane, Casselberry, Florida, spoke in opposition to the demolition of the residence if the City acquires the property. 4) Drew 161 Quail Pond Circle, Casselberry, Florida, spoke in opposition to the City's purchase of 110 Quail Pond Circle. Commission Discussion: Commissioner Solomon spoke in support of the purchase at 110 Quail Pond Circle, stating that the property was on the market and she fully supported the idea of more open space and green space. Mayor Goff stated that he did not support the City's purchase of the 110 Quail Pond Circle because the position ofthe property would create an island that be an intrusive impact to the surrounding neighbors and he would be voting in opposition. Commissioner Doerner presented a petition signed by twenty-two (22) residents who are opposed to the purchase of the property at 110 Quail Pond Circle. The purchase of the property would transition a residential community into heavy commercial use. She also stated that she would be voting in opposition to the purchase. (A copy of the petition is attached to and made a part of these Minutes.) Commissioner Hufford stated that she could support the purchase but she was opposed to tbe property being used as open space at the present time. She expressed concerns regarding the lack of notification with the neighbors regarding the City's intent to purchase the property at 110 Quail Pond Circle. She indicated that this process should be held in abeyance until the downtown project is more complete. Commissioner Miller stated that he was concerned that all homeowners were not notified of the meeting and, if the purchase is approved, the City needs to work with the homeowners on any future plans for the area. MOTION: Moved by Commissioner Sandra T. Solomon to approve Resolution 08-1876, CRA Purchase of no Quail Pond Circle, as presented. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Jon Miller and the motion was defeated on a 3 - 2 vote. Commissioner Hnfford, Commissioner Doerner and Mayor Goff dissenting. MOTION: Moved by Vice Mayor/Commissioner Colleen S. Hufford to reject Resolution 08-1876, CRA Purchase of 110 Quail Pond Circle. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Susan Doerner and carried on a 3 - 2 vote. Commissioners Solomon and Miller dissenting.