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CASSELBERRY CITY COMMISSION Minutes of January 26, 2009 - Regular Meeting Page 8 of 16 Kingdom Hall site for the record demonstrating the size of the trees that are being preserved on the site. Mr. Willard requested a 40% of 50% reduction to any of the tree fund payment alternatives on the replacement variables chart presented by staff. Mr. Dave Anders, 1035 Lancelot Way, stated he was a member of Kingdom Hall and spoke in favor ofa reduction, citing the unique site conditions, and voicing concerns regarding the code requirements and stormwater requirements that have mandated the loss of trees on the property. Mr. David Koutek, 180 River Oak Circle, Sanford, requested that the City Commission act reasonably under the Code. Mr. Michael Borgailo, 925 Saza Run, spoke in favor of a waiver because it was allowed by the City Code, and cited the site conditions and stormwater and parking requirements for the site, as well as the nature of the ownership of the property. Mr. Steve Kolarits, 27 Bayberry Branch, cited the number of Kingdom Hall members in the audience and stated volunteers would be planting the trees on the site. Lengthy discussion ensued regarding the various replacement variables and past interpretation of the City Code and prior waivers given by the City. The City Commission decided to utilize the $220 per tree installation cost, and a total tree deficit of345.8 inches, based on all the credits outlined in the replacement variables chart which would result in a payment to the Tree Fund in the amount of $78,760. MOTION: Commissioner Solomon moved to modify the Planning and Zoning Commission's decision for the Kingdom Hall site plan (SPR 06-12) to reduce the standard for tree species from a Florida grade 1 to Florida grade 2; to reduce the current wholesale value of2.5" DBH live oak of $220 resulting in a reduction of the total tree replacement deficit to 345.8 inches and a payment to the Tree Fund in the amount of$78,760, as outlined in the replacement variables chart; and to eliminate the requirement for the City Attorney to prepare an agreement regarding the effect of a change in use of the Kingdom Hall property. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Doerner. DISCUSSION: Discussion ensued regarding the intent and interpretation ofthe City Code for this waiver and past waivers granted by the City, as well as environmental impact issues. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote 5 - O. Mayor Glancy noted the time and inquired if the City Commission wished to modify the agenda in light of the time remaining.