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City Council Meeting Minutes March 2, 2021 4. Amendment to add a condensed version of Table 4.15 to the bottom of Option 1, 2, and 3 images to enhance readability. 5. Amendment to add a definition for "Street Wall" to Chapter 8, Definitions, of the Development Code. Mayor Hughson opened the Public Hearing at 7:55 p.m. Those who spoke: Lisa Marie Coppoletta, expressed her appreciation to Council and staff for the hard work during the pandemic. She spoke on the Neighborhood Plan and the Historical Resources Survey. She is concerned with demolishing buildings for gentrification purpose. She spoke on the transition zone and stated there needs to be home owner improvements. She said both sides of the street should have buy -in. Nore Winter, stated he and Ms. Boyle are here to answer questions. (outside consultant) stated he is available to answer questions. There being no further speakers, Mayor Hughson closed the Public Hearing at 7:59 p.m. MAIN MOTION: A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Derrick, seconded by Council Member Baker, to approve Ordinance 202116, on the first of two readings. Mayor Pro Tem Derrick spoke on alternative compliance process which now may be approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission and stated she feels that this should come before council for approval. She inquired about design standards and wants to ensure we define "sensitive site". This should have a clear definition. She would also like to see the Historical Preservation Commission (HPC) review items then provide recommendation to staff instead of administrative approval before it comes to council. She inquired about building material and thought the Historic District would only be brick and mortar and not allow metal or glass as a secondary material. Mr. Nore Winter provided clarified several items. He stated these standards and guidelines apply to the downtown area. The historic district and City of San Marcos Page 13