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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, January 12, 2009 Page 13 compliance. Mayor Klausing further opined that Mr. Albrecht's arguments were not particularly persuasive years after the agreement was made, and advised Mr. Albrecht that if it was evident to him that there were problems in executing the SUP, it was the property owner's obligation to talk to staff accordingly. Mayor Klausing spoke in support of the motion, concurring with the original language as proposed by Councilmember Pust. Councilmember Ihlan noted the proposed land use designations in the draft 2030 Comprehensive Plan; and indicated that the area in questions was designated High Density Residential, and that redevelopment could occur on that property in the future depending on market conditions. Mr. Albrecht noted constraints on the property due to the power lines. Roll Call Ayes: Roe; Johnson; Pust; Ihlan; and Klausing. Nays: None. Councilmember Pust thanked Mr. Trudgeon for sending the letter to Mr. Albrecht; thanked those citizens who've complained patiently over the years; and expressed appreciation that the matter had been brought forward for resolution. Councilmember Pust strongly suggested that, if there were other ongoing compli- ance issues, that staff present them to the City Council for resolution as well. c. Authorize Lease Renewal for the License Center Mr. Miller summarized the Request for Council Action dated January 12, 2009, and staff's recommendations that the City Council authorize approval of a four year lease extension with the Lexington Shopping Center for operating the City's License Center. Mr. Miller reviewed the proximity of this location to City Hall providing for effective management and continuity; good visibility of the site; and delayed consideration of previous discussions about another location or potential build-out of another facility by the City under current financial constraints. Discussion included short- and long-term revenue generation and volume of busi- ness based on trends, competing license centers, and the economy; the need for high-levels of customer service; and the need for this service to continue generat- ing surplus revenues for the City. Further discussion included freezing the 2009 lease rate and subsequent annual percentages, and the total percentage; and whether further negotiations were indi- cated. Mr. Miller advised that staff placed significant emphasis on freezing lease rates for 2009, making the 2010 percentage increase larger; however, he advised Coun-