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Regular City Council Minutes � 06/16/03 DRAFT Minutes - Page 22 inappropriate. Mr. Wilke provided comparisons and neighboring views from front, back and side elevations; opined that use of taxpayer monies to encourage this massive of a renovation for a home was not acceptable; and further opined that something of this magnitude should be brought to the neighborhood's attention for their inclusion in the discussion; and expressed his concern that the applicant had not communicated with the neighborhood regarding her proposed plans for the property. Sandy Wondra, 413 Terrace Drive Mr. Wondra commented extensively on her opposition to the proposed project; opining that the purpose of the Rambler Beautification Program was to try to improve homes that were not livable (i.e., single car garage not available without variance for two -car garage; additional bedroom space; and other logical reasons ). Ms. Wondra opined that the applicant shouldn't have purchased a property that was not viable to her needs. Ms. Wondra commented on the improvements made to neighboring properties within the confines of the code, following the tornado several years ago. Ms,. Wondra questioned the exiting water drainage problems in the area, and the potential for further problems given runoff from the massive roof proposed, opining that this concern was not adequately addressed by the Planning Commission when brought up at the Public Hearing for this request. Ms. Wondra further commented on the 70130 impervious material ruling that was adopted in 1999 by the City, opining that there must a valid reason for adopting the code, and questioned rationale for varying those rulings. Steve Wrangle, Architect representing Ms. Sieferman Mr. Wrangle clarified the variance request; citing existing landscape pavers on the site and the proposed pool surround hard surface area being relocated on the site. Mr. Wrangle opined his disappointment with the