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In response to a question from Chair Bullock, Director Leininger explained that the Planning Commission has tabled their discussions on Ordinances 41-2023 and 42-2023 because they are waiting for the state to release their regulations before deciding how to proceed locally. Councilmember Shachner stated that he has two points he would like to make. The first is that he believes the goal for allowing current medical dispensaries to get licensed and permitted by the State is slated for September. He said that the way our Zoning Code is written, adult use is currently prohibited and that would need to be updated in the code by September to allow current medical dispensaries to operate under a dual use permit. The second is that he believes regarding licensing, things are very different now than when medical marijuana was first allowed in the state. He is not sure how important or necessary a robust city licensing procedure is given that the Division of Cannabis Control and our Zoning Code will already cover most licensing requirements. Chair Bullock then turned the conversation to Ordinance 05-2024 and invited Planning Director Leininger to present on the topic. ORDINANCE 05-2024 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least two thirds of the members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, authorizing and directing the Director of Planning and Development or the Mayor to enter into an agreement with a licensed real estate broker to market for sale various real properties, pursuant to Section 155.07 of the Codified Ordinances. (1st read & referred to HPD 3/4/2024) Director Leininger began the presentation by explaining the two minor changes that were addressed in the proposed substitute ordinance. He also explained the process the City typically uses per the codified ordinances, which is to work with a broker to identify the best offer for each property. He stressed that the best offer is that which offers the most value to the community and not necessarily the highest priced offer. Director Leininger then reviewed the following seven properties: 1.)12984 Lake Ave –This property was purchased a little over a year ago as part of the combined sewer overflow project. The plan is to split the parcel and sell the portion that containsthe white Victorian home. The remainder of the parcel will be retained for the combined sewer overflow (CSO) project. He stated there is a historic overlay that has been placed on the property and no additional development will be permitted beyond the single-family home. There will also be owner-occupancy requirements. 2.) 12518 Clifton Blvd – This property was originally purchased for $350,000 for the purpose of the CSO, but the construction plans changed, and this is now an excess property. There will be an owner occupancy requirement for ten years. 3.) 16016 – 16024 Madison Ave – This property was acquired in 1976. The city attempted to dispose of the property via an RFP process, but the recipient backed away from the deal. The plan is to now use a broker to see what kind of deal they can attract. 2