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Michael Freedman, of Freedman, Tung and Bottomley, explained that the purpose of the study session was to choose a single design from the three being presented, or to be sent back to the drawing board should none of the three be desirable. The presentation reported on the results of the workshops, what was presented and what the community response was. The second charge was to display the three recommended alternatives that came out of the workshop process so far and receive input. 8:45 - 9:15 p.m. - Recess Comments from the Council, Planning Commission and Architectural Review Committee members asked questions and gave comment that included focusing on Option "C ", incorporating more of a garden effect, deciduous trees for shade, the idea of a restaurant in the museum is good, if pavilions are used they should be placed back toward the courthouse away from Broadway for unobstructed sight line, with some Members not being in favor of the water feature. The desire was to make strong connections to the Fox, utilizing the grid lighting, but not using paving running across Broadway. The plan should allow for shade or sun, consideration for wind, strollers, and exiting out of the Fox. The desire to provide a space to begin with that sets the tone and meets the needs of all demographics was expressed. The desire to have the grand staircase be grounded with pools next to it with some seating around it was mentioned. The suggestion of using pieces of the annex vs. replicating it was made. The idea of playful history with something inviting children to play on was stated as well as the need for a restroom facility. Some expressed discomfort with the orientation toward children and the interactive water focus. Although food is an important element to the success, the plaza should not b e dependent upon a successful restaurant in the courthouse. There must be a good view of the courthouse and the plaza must invite people. Michael Freedman summarized that, it would be very good to find an unobtrusive but elegant way of having freestanding eating, exhibit space outside, Option "C" concept should be kept alive because it instigates activity at the sidewalk level and gives the option of eating in the shade and under the sun. Option "C" could be brought back as a viable alternative, but the structures are too heavy and need to be much more light and compatible or with structures very tied to the design language of the Courthouse building itself. Option "C" is more a small city living room rather than big city grandeur that Option "A" is. JOINT MEETING MINUTES CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/ JOINT STUDY SESSION with PLANNING COMMISSION & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES Book No. 60 Page No. 204 MAY 3, 2004 PAGE 4