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Planning & Zoning Commission/ Local Planning Agency Minutes November 10, 2021 Page 4 In response to the Commission's question, Mr. Bowley explained that the 80% impervious surface calculation includes both sites. A general discussion ensued regarding the layout of the Police and Fire drive lanes, parking for the site, and crosswalks. In response to the Commission's question, Chief Larry Krantz, Police Chief, came forward to explain that the Police Station is considered a "Safe Place" for people to come. He said it is not a designated place for Marketplace transactions but it is permitted on their site. He said that this type of transaction may be incorporated at the future Police Station. Chief Krantz explained that the design of the new Police Station would incorporate a large evidence bay, the drug storage would be in a separate well -ventilated area and there would be a vehicle processing bay. He said there would be additional offices for future growth that could be used for training opportunities. In response to the Commission's question, Chief Krantz said there would be no holding cells at the new Police Station. In response to the Commission's question regarding constructing a three-story building, Mr. Bowley said there are height restrictions and that a two-story building is the maximum allowed. Chief Krantz said that they believe the current design of the proposed Police Station would provide the ability for growth opportunities. A general discussion ensued regarding future employee growth and parking for the public. Chief Krantz said it was important to have a secured parking area for the police vehicles/equipment. A brief discussion ensued regarding access from the site and the current/future number of employees. In response to the Commission's question, Mr. Bowley said capacity for the community room is 30 people. A general discussion ensued regarding the parking needs when the community room is in use, adding more crosswalks, and noise pollution concerns for the adjacent residents. Mr. Phillips asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the request. No one came forward. Mr. Phillips asked for a motion to address SPR 21-16. Ms. Divita made a motion that the Planning and Zoning Commission approve case number SPR 21-16, based on the staff report and the testimony and evidence