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City Manager Everett advised that the use of the second property was as a residence and was not used for church purposes. Councilwoman Steinfeld added that it could be exempted since it is being used as a parsonage, and therefore, property tax should not enter into the debate. City Manager Everett stated that it was just a fact that the owners were paying tax on the property. In response to Councilwoman Howard's questions, Director Patterson advised that only a City permit would be required for this project. If the church were to expand it would require a use permit and a variance, however, Director Patterson stated he did not believe these permits would be approved because of the parking requirements that would accompany such permits. In response to Vice Mayor Hartnett's questions, Director Patterson stated that when the other church parking lots were built, those conditions were not required, and there have been no new churches built in residential neighborhoods. In response to Council candidate Councilwoman Buchan's questions, Director Patterson stated that a boxed culvert could be built closer to ground level and not be as high as a bridge going over the culvert. Also by spanning the culvert there is a net increase of 20 spaces. Councilwoman Steinfeld expressed her concerns that there was dissension regarding how much of a loss and whose properties would be affected, and added that accountability was a problem as every decision was voted upon the different congregations. She also expressed concerns regarding inspections and the quick cure. Director Patterson stated that this was a small project and could go quickly. It was not necessary that each pouring cure to maximum hardness before the next pour. The culvert would not be constructed during the rainy season. The permit would be for March or April of next year, and the necessary equipment would not be the large, massive equipment used on huge projects. In response to Vice Mayor Hartnett's questions regarding darkness of the street and other safety issues, Director Patterson advised that would be beyond the scope of the permit. Councilman Sanfilipo suggested that the City add street lights on the neighborhood blocks, and inquired if the neighbors would contact the City or the Witnesses when construction problems occurred. Director Patterson stated that anything built must be built to the permit, and would be handled through building and engineering divisions. The neighbors may review landscaping plans. The church must meet the conditions of the Use Permit. When problems occur people usually contact the City, the developer, the property owner, or all of the above. The most effective way to deal with problems not being solved is to issue a stop work notice. MINUTE BOOK NO. 53 Adjourned Regular Meeting Minutes Page No. 404 October 30, 1995 Page 17