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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, April 24, 2017 Page 25 grecs/egress for the site. As part of this building, but to also satisfy the needs of the broader community other than golfers, Councilmember Willmus stated his in- terest in a building available for year-round use. When considering that, Coun- cilmember Willmus stated his preference for Option 2.b, with the hip roof design and southern-facing roof to be more accommodating for possible solar panel in- stallation upon construction or in the future. Councilmember Willmus also ex- pressed his interest in the wrap-around outside seating area to accommodate larg- er gathering and protect people from direct sunlight or inclement weather, allow- ing for some extension of the seasons. Councilmember Etten also expressed interest in one of the two variables of Op- tion 2 with hip roof, allowing for a hard covering for sun/shade versus a tempo- rary solution allowing for more extensive use of the exterior gathering area. However, with that additional exterior coverage, Councilmember Etten expressed concern if that would impact the interior of the building by making it darker dur- ing the day, especially with a lower, hip roof and whether more windows may be needed. If so, Councilmember Etten offered his preference for allowing more natural light into the space, especially to take advantage of the western view onto the golf course. Councilmember Laliberte also expressed her preference of Option 2 and the cov- ered roof option if intended for use year-round in Minnesota. Councilmember Laliberte agreed with Councilmember Etten's concerns with dark interiors and asked that the architect address that. Councilmember Laliberte stated her appreci- ation for the sloped roof on the south side for eventual consideration of solar pan- els; and asked if access from the community room onto the patio provided the ability for doors to open and allow for free air flow. Mr. MclIwain responded that while the plan was developing in more detail than these proposals, the egress and direct access from the interior was provided for both halves of the space onto the patio. Mayor Roe stated that he was gravitating toward Option 2.a or 2.b also, while re- maining unsure at this point whether he liked the roof or lattice better, or perhaps a combination of the two. Mayor Roe shared the concerns in not cutting off the view to the west, allowing for showing the expanse of the golf course even in light of the drop off. Mayor Roe agreed with concerns with the overhang and concerns with windows and lightings, as well as not having ceilings too high and using too much energy, also asking that the architect carefully balance energy costs and full use of the building with sustainability of its design and potential fu- ture technologies throughout. Councilmember McGehee spoke in support of Option 2.b; and agreed with Mayor Roe on the need to balance aesthetics and effective use (height of interior spaces).