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A Regular Meeting to be Held at the
La Quinta City Hall Session Room
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California
June 6, 2001
10:00 A.M.
Beginning Minute Motion 2001-025
CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the time set aside for public comment on any matter not scheduled for
public hearing. Please complete a "Request to Speak" form and limit your
comments to three minutes.
III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the Minutes for May 2, 2001.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Item .......................
CAPITAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
2001-010
Applicant ................
Heinz H. Steinmann
Location ..................
West side of Avenida Bermudas, United States
Post Office Building - 51-321 Avenida Bermudas
Request ..................
Funding request to repair stucco and pain exterior
of building and retaining wall, install
screening/shade cloth on chain link fence, repair
sprinkler system and install new landscaping, and
install parking stops on the north side of
property.
Action ....................
Minute Motion 2001 -
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ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE
B. Item .......................
Applicant ................
Location .................
Request ..................
Action ...................
VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2001-009
Starlight Management, Inc.
78-099 Calle Estado
Review of landscaping and architectural plans for
a multi -tenant general office building within the
La Quinta Village
Minute Motion 2001-
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL
VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS
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ARCHITECTURE & LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
A regular meeting held at the La Quinta City Hall
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA
May 2, 2001
I. CALL TO ORDER
10:00 a.m.
A. This meeting of the Architecture and Landscaping Review Committee
was called to order at 10:03 a.m. by Planning Manager Christine di lorio,
who led the flag salute.
B. Committee Members present: Dennis Cunningham and Bill Bobbitt. It
was moved and seconded by Committee Members Cunninglham/Bobbitt
to excuse Committee Member Reynolds. Unanimously approved.
C. Staff present: Planning Manager Christine di lorio, Planning Consultant
Nicole Criste, Associate Planner Wally Nesbit, and Executive Secretary
Betty Sawyer.
II. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
III. CONFIRMATION OF THE AGENDA: Confirmed.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Planning Manager Christine di lorio asked if there were any changes to
the Minutes of April 18, 2001. There being no corrections, it was moved
and seconded by Committee Members Bobbitt/Cunningham to approve
the minutes as submitted.
V. BUSINESS ITEMS:
A. Site Development Permit 2001-704; a request of Mr. Peter Bilicki for
review of an 18 lot development of two prototypes with three and two
facade treatments, respectively, and landscape design plans located
along Peninsula Lane within PGA West.
1. Associate Planner Wally Nesbit presented the information
contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the
Community Development Department.
2. Committee Member Cunningham stated he had no issues with the
project and that controls inside gated communities are adequate
to deal with new units. u
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3. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he had no objections to the
project.
4. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Members Cunningham/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion
2001-019 recommending approval of Site Development Permit
2001-704 subject to conditions as recommended. Unanimously
approved.
B. Site Development Permit 2000-701; a request of CRV La Quinta 70,
Limited Partnership for review of architectural and landscape plans for
two new prototype residential units each with three facades located at
the northwest corner of Bellerive and Winged Foot within PGA West
Planning Manager Christine di lorio presented the information
contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the
Community Development Department.
2. Committee Member Cunningham asked staff to identify the
location. Mr. Peter Bilicki noted on the plans the location.
Committee Member Cunningham stated he had no issues with the
project.
3. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he had no questions or
objections to the project.
4. Mr. R. C. Hobbs asked for clarification as to when a compatibility
review was required. Staff explained when a compatibility review
was required. Discussion followed regarding compatibility.
5. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Members Bobbitt/Cunningham to adopt Minute Motion
2001-020, recommending approval of Site Development Permit
2001-701, subject to the conditions
C. Site Development Permit 2001-702; a request of La Quinta Kingdom Hall
of Jehovah Witnesses for review of landscaping and architectural plans
for a church on 2.39 acres on the east side of Dune Palms Road,
between Westward Ho Drive and the Coachella Valley Storm Channel.
1. Planning Consultant Nicole Criste presented the information
contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the
Community Development Department.
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2. Committee Member Bobbitt asked staff to identify the; location of
the project. Planning Manager Christie di lorio stated it was next
to the mobile home park and across from the High School.
Committee Member Bobbitt asked what zoning was required for a
church. Staff stated it could go anywhere with a conditional use
permit. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he concurred with
staff's recommendation.
3. Committee Member Cunningham stated they have a long way to
go architecturally before the building elevations could Lie approved.
The applicant needs to be more involved with the community
around where the building will be built. He recognizes there may
be financial constraints, but they should obtain assistance from a
professional architect to add detail to the building as this building
is within the public eye.
4. Committee Member Bobbitt stated he concurred. If they do not
want any windows, then some type of architectural style should
be added to the street frontage.
5. Committee Members Cunningham stated this is not the typical
architectural style that has been approved in La Quinta.
6. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Member Cunningham/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion
2001-022 recommending approval of Site Development Permit
2001-702, subject to the conditions as amended:
a. Condition #1: replace the main gable roof with a hip roof.
b. Condition #6: 1.5 inch caliper size tree.
Unanimously approved.
D. Specific Plan 121-E Amendment #4 and Site Development Permit 20 1-
703; a request of R. C. Hobbs Company/KSL Company for review of
landscaping and architectural plans each with three facades, including
perimeter landscaping for a 17.82 acre site.
1. Planning Consultant Nicole Criste presented the information
contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the
Community Development Department.
2. Committee Member Bobbitt asked what the wall would consist of.
Mr. Hobbs, the applicant, stated it would be stuccoed. Committee
Member Bobbitt stated his concern was that a "power wall", filled
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with foam, would not allow vines to be attached. Mr. Forrest
Haag, landscape architect for the project, stated they used the
trellis at the La Quinta Resort instead of the conventional use of
screws.
3. Committee Member Cunningham stated that foam walls were not
allowed in Palm Desert.
4. Committee Member Bobbitt elaborated on the problems they have
with the "power wall" at PGA West. Mr. Hobbs noted they were
not on a zero lot, but had five foot setbacks which gave them
more room for landscaping.
5. Committee Member Bobbitt asked the height of the tower element.
Staff stated 22 feet as noted on the site plan. Committee Member
Bobbitt stated he liked the project.
6. Committee Member Cunningham stated he like the project.
7. Planning Manager Christine di lorio asked what the rear elevation
would look like as it will be seen from the street. Committee
Member Cunningham stated there was enough articulation that it
did not matter.
8. Committee Member Bobbitt stated his concern about the planting
of trees when there is not enough room for tree growth and how
they become a maintenance issue.
9. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Members Cunningham/Bobbitt to adopt Minute Motion
2001-022 recommending approval of Site Development Permit
2001-703, subject to the conditions. Unanimously approved.
E. Site Development Permit 2001-693; a request of JR Properties for The
990 Stores for review of landscaping and architectural plans for a
shopping center including a 23,000 square foot store.
Planning Consultant Nicole Criste presented the information
contained in the staff report, a copy of which is on file in the
Community Development Department.
2. Mr. Jeff Rothbard, representing JR Properties, stated they agreed
with Conditions #1-5. On Condition #6 they would like to request
a reduction from eight feet to six feet on the split block. O�nt �7
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Conditions #7 and #8 they would like to discuss them as they
relate to the awnings and the applicant's identify. Condition #10,
the concern about the eight foot tree wells coming out into the
drive aisles. On Condition #12, the location where staff has
indicated the trees is the pedestrian access point out to the street.
Planning Manager Christine di lorio clarified they had to provide
access from a public sidewalk and currently Jack in the Box has a
sidewalk to a certain point and staff was looking for this applicant
to provide a circulation plan to identify the public access.
Discussion followed regarding the pedestrian access and
landscaping.
3. Committee Member Cunningham stated that from a design
standpoint, he would like to see that it is designed not to just meet
the requirements so that it does become user friendly. Need to
have a sensitivity to the design to show that it will be designed to
be used. Staff stated they need to show access to Home Depot
as well as from the street to their site. Mr. Rothbard stated his
concern was keeping enough parking stalls and visibility from the
street on to the tenants. They are finding it hard to find enough
tenants for the remainder of the site because of the visibility from
the street.
4. Committee Member Cunningham stated that is due to the design
of the property. The stores are in the back. You do want a sign
that is 50-feet high so it can be seen and the community
complains they do not want all the clutter. Therefore the store
owner ends up reduce the rental costs.
5. Staff reviewed the conditions stating that there was no issue with
Conditions #1-11. Condition #12 would be reworded to state,
"Pedestrian access be designed with sensitivity with attractive
landscaping." Staff clarified that they were in agreement with
Conditions #1-5. The applicant is requesting Condition #6 be
reduced in size for the split face block from eight to six.
Commissioner Cunningham requested it remain at eight feet.
6. Staff stated they were asking that Condition #7 be amended to
have all columns being faced with limestone up to eight feet and
take on a feature that was proposed on Building "B".
7. Mr. Jim Berlin, representing The 99C Stores, stated one of the
difficulties they face as a company, is that they originated the
concept for this type of store. There are a lot of knock off stores
out there and they regularly get phone calls from customers who
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are confusing their store with the others. In order to distance
themselves from the knock -off stores, they designed the awning
and retrofitted their stores. The awning and tile on the pilasters
are their identify. They can do something with the awning colors
and perhaps put them closer against the wall.
8. Committee Member Cunningham asked if everyone of their store
in all cities look exactly the same. Mr. Berlin stated no.
Committee Member Cunningham asked that the applicant give
some sensitivity to what La Quinta is trying to maintain in regard
to architectural style. The problem is that with box stores, staff
has made an effort to create some continuity between the
buildings.
9. Mr. Berlin asked if they could duplicate the arch as Home Depot
has and use the blue in a tubular design on the parapet that is
flush to the building. Staff asked if it was an awning or structural
component. Mr. Berlin stated it would be tubular steel or a metal
sheet that would be flush with the parapet. Discussion followed
regarding a potential design.
10. Committee Member Cunningham stated he was not opposed to
the blue tile but on the individual columns because they were far
enough from the street, it gives personal identity for the store that
would tie into whatever is done with the signs. Staff suggested
keeping Condition 7 as written and add Condition 8.A. stating "a
blue tubular steel element similar to Home Depot, may be
permitted above the storefront." Mr. Berlin stated this will give
them more than what they are proposing. Planning Consultant
Nicole Criste stated no, what they are proposing is more, but staff
is not. Mr. Berlin stated they were not in agreement with what
was being proposed.
1 1 . Committee Member Cunningham asked what businesses currently
has awnings. Staff reviewed what was existing on the current
storefronts in the area. Committee Member Cunningham stated
that he would not object to an awning that was between the
central columns, flush at the top and projected out two feet at the
bottom. Discussion followed as to the look and location of the
awnings.
12. Committee Member Cunningham asked if there was going to be a
bike path along the rear elevation. Planning Manager Christine di
lorio stated staff will be requesting a wall with openings be
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constructed when it goes to the Planning Commission. Committee
Member Cunningham stated his concern was that the whatever
trees are planted they be able to sustain the growth until the bike
path is constructed.
13. Committee Member Bobbitt asked where the air conditioning units
would be placed. Staff stated on the roof and would be screened.
14. There being no further discussion, it was moved and seconded by
Committee Member Cunningham/Bobbitt adopt Minute Motion
2001-024 recommending approval of Site Development Permit
2001-693, subject to the conditions as modified.
a. Condition #12: Pedestrian access with sensitivity to
attractive landscaping.
b. Condition 8.A: a single awning not extending beyond the
columns of the central columns of The 990 Store may be
permitted, flush with the columns and extending two feet
out at the bottom.
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIAL: None
VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER ITEMS: None
VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Committee Members
Cunningham/Bobbitt to adjourn this regular meeting of the Architecture and
Landscaping Review Committee to a regular meeting to be held on June 6, 2001. This
meeting was adjourned at 11:40 a.m. on May 2, 2001.
Respectfully submitted,
BETTY J. SAWYER, Executive Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING REVIEW COMMITTEE
STAFF REPORT
DATE: JUNE 6, 2001
CASE NO.: 2001-010
APPLICANT: HEINZ H. STEINMANN
REQUEST: FUNDING REQUEST, COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM TO REPAIR STUCCO AND PAINT EXTERIOR OF
BUILDING AND RETAINING WALL, INSTALL SCREENING/SHADE
CLOTH ON CHAIN LINK FENCE, REPAIR SPRINKLER SYSTEM
AND INSTALL NEW LANDSCAPING, AND INSTALL PARKING
STOPS ON NORTH SIDE OF PROPERTY
LOCATION: WEST SIDE OF AVENIDA BERMUDAS, UNITED STATES POST
OFFICE BUILDING (51-321 AVENIDA BERMUDAS)
The owner of the United States Post Office building, Heinz Steinmann, has submitted
an application under the Commercial Property Improvement Program (CPIP) seeking
funding to: repair stucco and paint exterior of building and retaining wall; install
screening/shade cloth on chain link fence; repair sprinkler system and install new
landscaping; and install parking stops on North side of property (Attachment 1).
Based on the application and the attached contractor bids, the applicant will be seeking
the maximum available under this program (i.e. $15,000). The CPIP program requires
the successful applicant to pay a 10% match, or $1,500. According to the application
and contractor bids, the total cost will be at least $20,000. The actual details of the
financing, subject to the program limitations, will be negotiated through the rebate
agreement entered into by and between the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency
("Agency") and the applicant. In no event, however, shall the applicant be awarded
an amount that exceeds the lowest bid.
As with other applications, a Funding Criteria worksheet is attached to this staff report
(Attachment 2) to facilitate scoring of the project.
If approved by the ALRC, the application will be reviewed by the appropriate City
departments for identification of appropriate approvals/permits, if any. After receiving
all appropriate City approvals, the Agency will enter into a rebate agreement with the
applicant.
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The applicant has been made aware of this meeting and has indicated that he will be
present at the June 6, 2001 ALRC meeting.
Prepared by: Submitted by:
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Britt W. Wilson, Management Analyst Christine di lorio, Planning Manager
City Manager's Office Community Development Department
Attachments:
1. CPIP application: Heinz Steinmann -Post Office Building
2. Funding Criteria worksheet
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Requested Agency Assistance: Applicant Budget Amount:
Description of Applicant Funding Sources:
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Certification Statements
If the applicant is not the owner of the subject property, the following ceNficab n mustpe completed
by the property owner: --.__.
I, declare under penalty and perjury that I am the owner of
property involved in this application. I acknowledge that only one (1) tenant of the subject property
involved in this application may be awarded program funding in any one (1) given fiscal year.
Signature:
Date:
The following statement must be completed by the applicant and property owner:
IAve acknowledge the fling of this application and certify that all above information is true and correct
to the best of mylour knowledge and belief. Ilwe understand that a Building Improvement Rebate
Agreement mu" be signed and authorized by the La Ouinta Redevelopment Agency prior to
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La Quinta Post Office
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Totals
1, Repair and stucco (to match building) 90 lineal feet of retaining
wall on north side of propeeY. (Includes paint)
2. Install shade cloth on 250 lineal feet of chain link fence.
$3050
$1800
J. Paint post office. Includes wall on south side neat to parking lot.
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1. Repair sprinkler system.
2. Plant front and parking lot side of property.
3. Weeding.
4. Tree and shrub trimming.
Total- $5,500.00
• Repair and stucco staining wall. (100 linear feet) Paint exterior of building and
stucco will in perking lot
• Install shade cloth on rear fence. 250 linear feet.
• Install parking hops an north side of property,
Total- $13,250.00
Total. S2,000, 00
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ATTACHMENT 2
FUNDING CRITERIA WORKSHEET
BUILDING AND STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS:
This includes the reconstruction or removal and replacement of structurally unsound or non-
conforming uses (i.e. signs), and other improvements that enhance the general appearance
of the subject property.
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
SCALE AND QUALITY OF FACADE IMPROVEMENTS:
This may include the reconstruction or removal and replacement of signs, awnings/canopies,
exterior wall finishes, doors and windows, decorative roof treatments, and landscaping to the
entrance and visible sides of the subject property. Sensitivity to adjacent land uses must be
considered.
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Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
STIMULATION OF PRIVATE INVESTMENT:
Proposed improvements must make the Project Area more attractive and visible to customers,
neighboring merchants, and residents. Special consideration of up to 10 additional points will
be provided for those improvements related to the creation of new businesses, or the
expansion or relocation of existing businesses within the Project Area.
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Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
OTHER:
This may include improvements related to historic preservation, unique structural and site
design, and the promotion of cultural, educational, and/or recreational opportunities.
10
Scale 0-10 points x Category Weight = weighted score
APPLICANT MATCHING FUNDS:
Applicants may receive up to 5 points for exceeding the required 101% applicant funding
match.
Scale 0-5 points x Category Weight = weighted score
Total of all weighted scores: divide by 10 = (FINAL SCORE)
(70 points required to receive funding)
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ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMITTEE
STAFF REPORT
DATE:
CASE NO.:
APPLICANT:
PROPERTY OWNER:
ARCHITECT:
June 6, 2001
VILLAGE USE PERMIT 2001-009
STARLIGHT MANAGEMENT, INC.
STARLIGHT MANAGEMENT, INC.
LENCH DESIGN GROUP
REQUEST: REVIEW OF ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPING PLANS
FOR MULTI -TENANT GENERAL OFFICE BUILDING WITHIN
THE LA QUINTA VILLAGE
LOCATION: 78-099 CALLE ESTADO, APN: 769-102-007
BACKGROUND:
The applicant desires to develop a multi -tenant general office building (no medical) within
the La Quinta Village in the Village Commercial Zoning District. The proposed building will
be able to accommodate up to four tenants.
Project Proposal
The proposed two-story building will have a side facing gable roof covered with red clay "S"
tile. Wood rafter tails (4 X 6) are proposed along the facade. The proposed tower located
at the northwest corner of the building will have a hipped roof and house the mechanical
equipment. The tower will be supported by heavy stucco pilasters. The project proposes
a variety of materials. The exterior finish features stucco plaster walls in Miami Peach, with
Sandstone and Southern Coral as accent colors. A color and materials exhibit will be
available at the meeting.
The second story features a balcony. The proposed balcony will be covered with a post
(8 X 8) and beam trellis. The proposed balustrade will have wood channel with wrought
iron square pickets.
The first floor facade features five pilasters with pedestal bases. In between each of these
pilasters are large multi -pane storefront windows and doors. The window frames will
consist of 6 inch foam trim. At the northwest corner of the building is the stairway leading
up to the second floor.
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A second exterior stairway is located at the rear of the building providing secondary access
for the second floor offices. Small fixed clear pane glass windows and doors are also used
on this side of the building The rear elevation balcony will have a low stucco wall. The
east and west elevations are large, plain expanses of stuccoed wall which face the
adjacent properties. These walls are fire separation walls as the building is located on the
property lines.
The conceptual landscaping plan for the three planter areas at the rear of the building
consists of a variety of plants consisting of trees, shrubs, and ground cover. The proposed
plants will provide for visual interest and softening of the building.
MANDATORY FINDINGS:
Findings necessary to approve this request can be made, with the implementation of
Conditions of Approval, as follows:
1. Architectural Design. As designed and conditioned, the proposed building
architecture does comply with the architectural guidelines of the adopted Village at
La Quinta Design Guidelines. The proposed design, scale, and place will lend itself
to the Village environment by providing for pedestrian space and an attractive
streetscape with the inclusion of the trees in sidewalk wells across the front of the
building, including the balcony. The entries into the offices are accessed directly
from the pedestrian oriented street. The window and door openings are
proportionate to the building and allow maximum light for both floors, as well as
visual interest to encourage pedestrian activity. The building mass and scale is
compatible with that of surrounding commercial structures. A one story building
exists to the east of the proposed structure, while the lot to the west is currently
vacant. The building has been designed with appropriate architectural variation and
detailing to break up future monotonous building elevations with the balcony,
columns, stairways, and trims. The use of the stucco finish and glass produce
textures that are interesting and inviting. The formal columns and other
architectural treatments help create the appearance of a highly designed project
consistent with the historic Village themes, however, to further enable the proposed
building to be compatible with the design guidelines and give the appearance of a
highly designed building, staff recommends in Condition No. 1 that the stucco
finish be smooth troweled.
2. Landscape Design. The Village of La Quinta Design Guidelines require that where
building sites limit the available planting area, the placement of trees in parkways
and paved areas shall be encouraged. The proposed project does propose placing
two trees along the frontage of the building in tree wells, which will soften the
building and provide for pedestrian shade. The landscape plan also indicates three
planting areas in the rear of the building consisting of trees, shrubs, and ground
cover. This landscaping will provide parking lot shading, as well as soften the
appearance of the building and trash enclosure.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend to the Planning Commission approval of Village Use Permit 2001-009, subject
to the following condition:
Prior to issuance of building permits, the color and materials board and plans shall
be revised to indicate that the exterior stucco on the building shall be smooth trowel
finished.
Attachments:
Location Map
Building Elevations
Prepared by:
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Michele Rambo, Associate Planner
Submitted by:
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Christine di lorio, lanning Manager
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