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10 Mr. Caravati made a motion to lay the motion on the table, Mr. Lynch seconded the motion, and it was approved by the following vote. Ayes: Dr. Brown, Mr. Caravati, Ms. Hamilton, Mr. Lynch, Mr. Schilling. Noes: None. Dr. Brown asked if he is correct that they will qualify for fewer permit parking spaces with this use and that a condition can be made that visitors must use on-site parking, and Mr. Brown said yes. Mr. Lynch said one unresolved issue is whether it is advisable to have the BAR consider the design. Mr. Brown stressed that the final decision rests with Council not the BAR. Mr. Caravati concurred with Mr. Lynch, and said he feels we should solicit the BAR's advisory opinion about the material compatibility, massing and roof. He made a motion to refer the matter to the BAR for an advisory opinion. Mr. Lynch seconded the motion, but questioned if they can do it in a timely fashion, noting that doing this will defer the matter until August. Mr. Caravati said Council has a year to make a decision about a special permit. The motion to refer the design to the BAR for an advisory opinion was approved by the following vote. Ayes: Dr. Brown, Mr. Caravati, Ms. Hamilton, Mr. Lynch. Noes: Mr. Schilling. RESOLUTION: NEIGHBORHOOD DRAINAGE PROGRAM POLICY Mr. Tony Edwards, Engineer in Neighborhood Development Services, explained that the Neighborhood Drainage Program was established to assist citizens with drainage problems. He said that changes are being recommended that will allow the program to continue in the most effective manner. The major change is to allow a one-time billing at the end of construction, with the amount to the citizen bound to the estimate and requiring citizen satisfaction prior to payment. Mr. Edwards said that citizens would be allowed to make three equal payments for three years. Mr. Caravati asked if payment is secured by a lien on the property, and Mr. Edwards said a letter of agreement is required, but a lien could be taken if payment is not made. Responding to a question from Mr. Caravati, Mr. Edwards said there has been very little participation in the special assistance program and most people who use it could be eligible for CDBG funds. Mr. Caravati asked if there has been a problem collecting payment, and Mr. Brown said he cannot recall a collection program. He said that if the payment is a large amount it would be prudent to do a lien. Mr. Edwards said that revision can be made. Ms. Hamilton noted that CDBG funds would only be available to people who live in target neighborhoods, and asked if there are other programs available to meet that need. Mr. Edwards said he is not aware of any other program, but noted that the City is providing 75% of the cost of projects. Mr. Caravati recommended reducing the special assistance portion from 20% to 10%. Mr. Brown suggested language be added to allow a lien on property.