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__ •, .I_.iI maintains the property in the back despite the fact they are prohibited from using it. She noted when Best Buy originally came before the boards and commissions, the residents were promised their would be no increased business in the back, however this promise was broken. Mr. Miller, vice-president of the association, had concerns about resident safety due to increased traffic. His unit is behind Kronheims, and it took lum 22 minutes to get from his unit and onto the freeway. Mr. Miller further questioned the necessity for the sign on the end as the residents were originally told this project would be unobtrusive. He believed by voting down issue 41, the residents in North Olmsted are saying "they have had enough of these superstores." Ms. Fau1k explained several years ago `Best Buy" agreed to install all their stereo systems in the bay, but this promise is frequently broken. She advised several years ago the cut througli was eliminated at the request of the residents. Ms. Diver, a member of C.A.R S. (Citizens Against Retail Saturation), sympathized with the country club residents and wondered why the store has to be over 100,000 square feet. Mr. Barrow advised this was requested by a prospective tenant. Ms. Diver wondered if the tenant would be open to suggestions such as having two stores in different locations. Mr. Herschman advised if the prospective tenant cannot aclueve their financial base, they will go elsewhere. Ivls. Diver stated the developer should comply to the zoning code. Ms. Doubler asked if the developer cau provide a date to meet with the residents. Mr. Tallon requested that a date be worked out between the developer and the homeowner's association. Mr. Miller wondered why the shopping center does not have parkuig for compact cars only, as he believed this would prevent some accidents. Mr. Herschmau advised there is no euforcement procedures for this and therefore the signs would not work. He compared it to people without a sticker parking in a handicapped spot. Mr. Conway explained the city would have a problem enforcing this type of parking. Councilman McKay would like to see the residents' probleins resolved prior to the issuance of any pennits. He wondered if the building department would be willing to check it out if anyone was working on the stereo systems. Mr. Conway advised that there was an agreement that the doors would be shut, however, the building department has to be made aware of the problem_ It was noted the police department has been contacted. Mr. Conway explained this problem should be reported to the building department. Ms. Oriug, au association member, would like to see a plan showing the existing building and how far back it will be expanded. Mr. Poffenburger, member of C.A.R.S. wondered when the tenant for the 110,000 square feet will be announced. Mr. Herscliulau stated until negotiations are complete he could not comment. Mr. Poffenburger questioned how the developer can conclude that this size is necessary when there is no commitment from the tenant. Mr. Herschman concluded any of the tenants he is negotiating with would be able to utilize the 110,000 square feet. Mr. Poffenburger questioned if Home Depot was one of the prospective tenants, but received no response. R. Tallon moved to approve the renovation of the facades from Mares to the east end and from PetsMart to the south plaza, but none of the new buildings will be approved until their is a more definite plan for the backside of the building. Mr. Conway explained that this proposal could not be going anywhere prior to the next plavniug commission meeting. Mr. Tallon withdrew the motion. R. Tallon motioned to table the proposal for Developers Diversified Realty Corporation 25853 to 26429 Great Northern Shopping Center and 5078 thru 5194 Great Northem Plaza South. Proposal to construct phase two in Great Northern Shopping Center which will include the demolition of several units aud the new construction of two buildings, one of which is over 100,000 square feet and is considered a "superstore". This proposal will aLso include store front renovations to the remaining units. Referral to the board of zoning appeals is required. He requested that the developer provide for the next meeting detailed and updated plans showing: the existing footprint compared to the new footprint, the location of the loading zones, the lighting layout, dumpster locations, and traffic areas in the rear. The commission would like material samples submitted for review and Mr. Tallon requested that the developer 4