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b. The resolution approving Fuller's Woods Condominiums Addendum No.1 for properties located on the 2700 block of East Ridge Road was adopted. File 8025 c. The application for a Zoning Map Amendment to change the Zoning District Classification from PUD, Planned Unit Development District, to R -1A, Single- family Residential District, for properties located at 1907 and 2000 Aspen Drive and 1907, 2000, and 2001 Dell Drive was referred to the Plan Commission. File 8517 d. The application for a Conditional Use Permit to allow an outdoor seating area and the outdoor sales, possession, and consumption of alcohol in a C -3, Community Commercial District, for the property located at 65 Portland Avenue, was referred to the Plan Commission. File 8446/8497 e. Director of Parks and Leisure Services Brian Ramsey presented a resolution supporting the Rock River Trail Initiative. Greg Farnham, Coordinator of the Rock River Trail Initiative, spoke regarding the public - private partnership to establish this trail. Councilor Haynes moved to adopt the resolution, and Councilor Newnham seconded. The motion carried 7 -0. File 8518 f. Assistant to the City Manager Beth Jacobsen presented a resolution concurring with the City Manager's Decision to Authorize the City of Beloit to Apply for and Enter into a Grant Agreement for the Hydrogen Fuel Use In Municipal Fleets Grant through the Wisconsin State Energy Office. Councilor Luebke moved to adopt the resolution, and Councilor De Forest seconded. The motion carried 7 -0. File 8519 7. ORDINANCES a. Assistant City Attorney Elizabeth Krueger presented a proposed Ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 15.07(1), to create Section 15.07 (1g), and to amend Sections 15.01 and 15.30 of the Code of General Ordinance of the City of Beloit pertaining to Dangerous Weapons in City Buildings. A first reading of the Ordinance was given. Councilor Van De Bogart inquired about enforcement and liability, and Attorney Krueger indicated that dangerous weapons and firearms are currently prohibited in City facilities and that the City has other types of immunity from liability associated with this decision. Councilor Haynes said he thought the definition of dangerous weapons was too broad, and Attorney Krueger indicated that the definition used in the Ordinance is from the State Statutes. Councilor Newnham asked if the term "locations" was too broad, and Attorney Krueger responded that the Ordinance also includes a list of the specific buildings where carrying concealed weapons would be prohibited. Councilor Haynes voted to lay this item over for a second reading, and Councilor Luebke seconded. The motion carried 7 -0. File 6255 8. APPOINTMENTS — none 9. COUNCILOR ACTIVITIES AND UPCOMING EVENTS a. Councilor Spreitzer indicated that he has spent a substantial amount of timer working through the 2012 budget document and was very excited to get one last paddle trip in on the River this season. b. Councilor Newnham said that it has been a long budget process and thanked staff, citizens, and councilors for their efforts to minimize the negative impacts on residents. c. Councilor Luebke congratulated City Manager Larry Arft on his election to a leadership position with the Wisconsin League of Municipalities. d. Councilor Haynes indicated that he hopes to hear from the public regarding the proposed concealed carry ordinance for City buildings. 10. CITY MANAGER'S PRESENTATION a. Finance and Administrative Services Director Paul York presented a resolution authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Approximately $4,280,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2011B. Dawn Gunderson, Ehlers and Associates, explained the process and the results of the sale of these bonds on the open market. Councilor Newnham moved to adopt the resolution, and Councilor Luebke seconded. The motion carried through a roll call vote 7 -0. File 8463