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John Schulte, Floral Park Neighborhood Association President, rescinded the letter of non-objection previously submitted and referenced additional issues raised by residents that have now resulted in opposition of the project by the neighborhood association. Kim Sinclair spoke in opposition to the project. Oscar Garza opposed the project with reference to the card-operated facility that still exchanges money and the high costs to maintain. John Pierce, owner of 17th/Flower retail site; commented on compliance with zoning requirements, proposed an upgraded Laundromat, indicated the need in the area, commented on the maintenance efforts from existing tenants, reviewed other potential tenants and stated that Suite B is in the back of the existing building. He commented on the support received from the apartment residents to the south, endorsement from the southeast corner of Parton Street, approval of end-cap tenant, maintenance of curb appeal; and agreed to be in compliance with the conditional use permit. Ben Merrill, applicant's representative, encouraged Commissioners to visit existing facilities. Public hearing was closed. Commission discussions ensued regarding concerns from residents with Laundromat in this particular location, upholding 1995 ordinance on major thoroughfares, stated Commissioners have duty for vision of area, apartment complex should provide residents with adequate laundry facilities; and commented on substandard facilities at Ross/17th a"a Grand/17th as reasons for not wanting tenants at current retail site. Commissioners commented on balancing constituents (business owner, neighborhood associations, and the renters in the community), maintenance issue, and on land uses in the area. Commission suggested that if landlord is considered inadequate, residents should proceed with litigation and pursue how best to correct the existing laundromats. MOTION: Cribb SECOND: MOTION: Continue item for two weeks and direct Planning Staff to prepare a resolution for denial consistent with Commission's findings. Vote died for lack of second. Mr. Kaufman provided additional information to clarify motion. 2nd Motion: Deny Conditional Use Permit No. 2005-26, direct staff to prepare a resolution of denial with findings reflecting the statements of the commission and authorize and direct the Acting Chair to sign this resolution on the Commission's behalf as constituting the Commission's resolution denying said conditional use permit. MOTION: Cribb SECOND: Betancourt VOTE: AYES: Betancourt, Cribb, Lutz (3) NOES: Leo, Rodriguez (2) ABSTAIN: Gartner (1) ABSENT: De La Torre (1) Planning Commission Minutes 5 November 28, 2005