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District, for the property located at 250 Garden Lane for a first reading. It was noted that the Plan Commission recommended approval 5-0. President Leavy opened the public hearing. • Kelly Toubl-Clobes, 4211 South 127th Street, Greenfield, WI, co-owner of the property, spoke regarding Jagger Bay's preference to have C-3 zoning for the property. However, she said that the Comprehensive Plan currently shows this area as appropriate for office uses. Ms. Clobes also said that she hopes to install security systems, lighting, and other improvements that will reduce existing nuisances in the area. She said that Jagger Bay does not have any intention to hold a liquor license for this property, but they are not opposed to contracting with a caterer if, at some point, the C-3 zoning is approved. • Anita Williams, 911 Bushnell Street, said that, on the face, this proposal is positive for the area; however, she warned against considering C-3 zoning in the future because the applicant has intentions to use the property as a banquet hall. She said that the other existing uses in the area, including two churches and day care, are incompatible with alcohol use at this property. President Leavy closed the public hearing. Councilor De Forest made a motion to suspend the rules for a second reading, and Councilor Haynes seconded. The motion carried 5-0. On the merits of the ordinance, Councilor Haynes moved to enact and Councilor De Forest seconded. Councilor Haynes reminded the public that the zoning change on the table is from PLI to C-1 and that the Council would have another public hearing if the applicant requested an additional zoning change. The motion carried 5-0. File 8538 Ordinance 3462 c. Ms. Christensen presented a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning District Map to change the Zoning District Classification from PUD, Planned Unit Development District, to C-3, Community Commercial District and MRO, Milwaukee Road Overlay District, for the property located at 1610 Willowbrook Road for a first reading. It was noted that the Plan Commission recommended approval 5-0. Ms. Christensen indicated that the Planning and Building Division is in the process of rezoning all of the expired Planned Unit Developments back to their original zoning classification. She said that the property owner and neighbors were notified of the proposed change and are not opposed. President Leavy opened and closed the public hearing without participation. Councilor Newnham moved to suspend the rules and allow for a second reading, and Councilor Haynes seconded. The motion carried 5-0. On the merits of the ordinance, Councilor Haynes moved to enact and Councilor Spreitzer seconded. The motion carried 5-0. File 7795 Ordinance 3463 5. CITIZENS' PARTICIPATION a. Kavya Parsa, 840 College Street, Beloit College, congratulated Councilor Newnham and said that, on behalf of the backyard chicken supporters in Beloit, she looks forward to working with Councilor-elect Kincaid. She thanked the Council for the opportunity to speak in favor of backyard chickens. City Manager Larry Arft requested that the three agenda items under City Manager's Presentation be considered at this point in the agenda, and the Council concurred. 6. CITY MANAGER'S PRESENTATION a. Mr. Arft presented a resolution approving a Development Agreement regarding the 400 Block of East Grand Avenue and amending the 2012 Capital Improvement Budget to fund City participation. Mr. Arft indicated that there was a workshop with the Council and other stakeholders and extensive discussion regarding this project last week. He said that there is $1 million available in the downtown TID to provide public support for this project and that the private investment is $6 million. He indicated that the Development Agreement includes a five-year option for the City to purchase the northern portion of the Eclipse Center for a possible future police station for$1. Mr. Arft explained that entering into the Development Agreement for the downtown redevelopment in no way obligates the Council or future Council to exercise this option. He said that the resolution also amends the 2012 CIP budget to fund the City's participation in this project. Mr. Arft thanked Hendricks Commercial Properties for their continued commitment and investment in Beloit and its downtown. Councilor Newnham made a motion to adopt the resolution, and Councilor Haynes seconded. Councilor De Forest said that the funds to pay for this project are coming directly through the TID, not the City's general fund. Councilor Spreitzer said that this is a fantastic project to close out the TID. Councilor Newnham indicated that TID money must be used within the TID and that this project will positively impact the entire downtown. Councilor Haynes reminded the public that just two years ago, the Wagner's building