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8. STUDY SESSION <br />A. Courthouse Square Conceptual Designs (continued from May 3, 2004) <br />Redevelopment Agency Manager Moeller explained that this is the second study <br />session on the topic. The first session reviewed the public process that had been <br />underway since last October. Michael Freedman of Freedman, Tung and <br />Bottomley (FTB) made a presentation on some refined concepts based on the <br />input received at the May 3, 2004 study session. <br />Mr. Freedman stated that at this point in the project, FTB will be staying with the <br />City Council, Planning Commission and Architectural Review Board until Council <br />finalizes the final definition or design concept that will allow moving forward to <br />finalize that definition and begin the preparation of construction documents for <br />public bid and construction. He reviewed the options from the last study session <br />and presented the concept modifications based on comments received. <br />Council Members, Planning Commissioners and Architectural Review Committee <br />Members made comments with preference toward option C. <br />Recess: 9:00 - 9:15 p.m. <br />Public Comment: <br />John Anagnostou stated that Option C is best, it is a scene of scenes, and that <br />the materials are appropriate for the courthouse restoration. He stated that a <br />center fountain should not be a structure so as to not impact events in the plaza. <br />A portable stage with a height of 18 inches is best and avoids code issues, <br />safety issues and easy access. He also supported the use of pear and palm <br />trees. <br />Nick Watry stated that the project started in 1997 and he hopes that tonight <br />would start from schematics to design development and stated the advantages <br />of a vote for that at this time. The cost of the interactive fountain could be <br />developed and he encouraged Council to assign FTB to move forward having <br />heard consensus for Option C. He further stated that an oversight committee <br />might be developed. <br />Jim Clifford, Sr. stated that he was impressed with the process and agreed that <br />the courthouse is now an historical museum and should be tied in with the Fox. <br />He asked if the cornice on the courthouse could be applied to the pavilion. <br />JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT JULY 12, 2004 <br />AGENCY MEETING AND JOINT STUDY SESSION PAGE 8 <br />WITH PLANNING COMMISSION AND <br />ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES <br />MINUTES Book No. 60 <br />Page No. 264 <br />