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Motion failed for lack of a second. Councilmember Buckbee suggested striking a $20,000 medium. Mr. Hoeft explained the market value is what the buyer is willing to pay for the property and he warned the Council should establish the property value. Councilmember Buckbee said she was not in favor of a $950 fee nor the 10% charge. Mr. Hoeft cautioned the Council prior to fashioning a motion to consider if enough information is available. Councilmember Buckbee favored having five homes instead of four homes year after year which will be significant revenue compared to the 10% ($50,000) amount. Mr. Navin arrived at 7:58 p.m. Mr. Navin explained the Park and Recreation Committee has had limited assistance from the Developer in establishing the purchase price of the property. Mr. Buechler responded the land value is $70,000. Mr. Navin commented that the Park and Recreation Committee has made a good faith effort to meet the Developers and the City's needs. However, no recommendation could be given because of insufficient information. Mr. Buechler stated that he called City Hall and was told the park dedication funds were $950 per lot. Mr. Hoeft replied that it is due diligence to read the ordinance instead of asking someone what the ordinance states. Councilmember Buckbee moved to table Buechler Estates due to the Developer not submitting enough information on the plat. CouncilmemberBrenner seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Center Villa Preliminary Plat Mr. March briefed the Council on the 22 lots on the 13 acre Center Villa preliminary plat. A few minor changes have been implemented based on a meeting with the developer, engineer and staff. The developer is proposing to finance the project independently and is scheduled for Rice Creek Watershed approval this evening. Mr. March explained the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plat at their meeting on October 6. The Commission recommended variances be granted on Lots 3, 4, 5, 9, 10 and any other lots that the lot width at building setbacks did not meet the required 100 feet per the R2 zoning requirements. The rationale for this was due to the generous lot sizes and the protection of the existing wetlands. The variance requests are for less than ten feet per lot at the building setback. Furthermore, the Commission recommended an additional variance be granted for the extra width requirement for Lot 20 because it is a butt lot and is 3' too narrow. Mr. Willie Lessard (6995 20th Avenue) noted the Planning Commission did not desire Brian Drive to be a through street to 20th Avenue and thus the cul-de-sac will keep the traffic contained. Councilmember Brenner commented the comprehensive plan clearly states a collector road connects to 20th Avenue. 4