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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, May 14,2012 Page 12 Instead, Councilmember Johnson opined that in their shoes, he'd make any deal he could that met the City's Zoning and City Codes. Councilmember Johnson stated that he was as frustrated as the land owners; noting the additional stress of the economic downturn. Councilmember Johnson questioned how the City could approach the landowners with a marketing proposal to move forward that would overcome their sense of insecurity. Councilmember Johnson sought in- put from Planning Commissioners. Chair Boerigter noted that there is one (1) landowner with a proposal — Wal- mart — and when you ask the property owners what they want, this is one re- sponse; having nothing to do with marketing, simply dollars. If a Class A office complex or loft-type housing was desired, Chair Boerigter suggested that it would take more than marketing flyers to reach that goal, it would require "put- ting your money where your mouth is;" not just touting it and marketing it as a great spot. Chair Boerigter disagreed that it was clear what everyone wanted; and that the Regulating Map was simply the most current document available, along with referencing the other studies and documents. Chair Boerigter noted that it wasn't that long ago that the regulating map was discussed and approved, representing the City's vision of what should be developed in Twin Lakes; rec- ognizing that not everyone would probably agree with it. Mayor Roe noted that the City's vision included a combination of the Twin Lakes Regulating Map, definition of Community Mixed Use and other docu- ments. Commissioner Boguszewski concurred, noting that the Regulating Map served as a useful,meaningful communication issue. Mayor Roe noted that the Twin Lakes area of the City came with a lot of histo- ry, and that history may not be accurate from all perspectives, whether property owners, residents, City Council, or others. However, Mayor Roe noted com- munication being directed to him from residents questioning why the City Council didn't approve the Costco proposal. Mayor Roe noted that the City Council DID approve it, but it didn't come to fruition due to other issues. Councilmember Johnson noted that the Comprehensive Plan stakeholder com- mittee approved that concept or concept for the Twin Lakes area as well in their majority reports; and acknowledged receipt of the minority report as well. Councilmember Johnson opined that any development considered by the City related raised community concerns and questions, a totally legitimate part of the process. However, Councilmember Johnson opined that a determination was needed on how to move forward, noting previous discussion tonight on long- term goals of fostering development in the Twin Lakes Redevelopment area, and whether that needed to be moved to a short-term goal, with serious discus- sions among the Planning Commission and City Council, staff and other stake-