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Southeast Business Area' This 5.8 acre area zoned B-1 and B-2 business has 3 businesses; Kings Court, Knights of Columbus and HOM Oak and Leather. National Tire Warehouse proposed a service center north of the Knights of Columbus which required a conditional use permit and parking setback variance. It was objected to by several in the neighborhood, as one of several issues, which the City Council addressed by issuing a moratorium until 1/1/98 and agreeing to appoint this Task Force to study neighborhood issues. National Tire Warehouse has discussed with the Task Force their proposed service center and how they plan to mitigate noise and other impacts, To their credit it seems to be well thought out and fairly effective and may be able to be further improved, This business may be considered a compatible use adjacent to a typical neighborhood, However the Task Force concern is related more to this entire business area future impact and options. The neighborhood is understood to be sensitive to and concerned that it is surrounded by large business districts and a major roadway and does not want further business infringement or impacts, This southeast business area is understood to be underdeveloped and could redevelop further at any time into higher impact uses. The Task Force understands that all the existing businesses are either willing to sell or are looking to move elsewhere. This makes it an opportune time to consider all possible options, The Task Force currently is considering whether this entire business area should be rezoned and redeveloped into some type of senior or similar housing. Further analysis and discussions are planned including understanding possible incentives for redevelopment. More housing is generally seen as a benefit to the neighborhood. Senior housing seems well suited because of the adjacent park and retail businesses. Traffic may be similar to existing levels, 4) RECOMMENDATIONS ON ROLES Charge: What role does the public and private sector play in improving/changes to the neighborhood? How should Rosevilles' effort be coordinated with the County? The Task Force has discussed County and City coordination for Fairview Avenue traffic issues, Developers interests in viable projects have been discussed and may be further, 5) EXPERT HELP Charge: What public "experts" are available to help the task force? The Task Force has received help from city staff, county staff, consultants and others. Their recommendations and suggestions are typically not clearly listed above, cac/ntfltr 1, wps