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are a long-time resident, per se. He indicated that the Kiewit property has been identified for ten acres on the current list, and they are looking for support to get that ten acres allocated to the property. He stated that they feel this is an ideal site to receive some of this density because, being 50 acres, it will allow them to integrate that higher density residential into a well-planned mixed-use community. He noted that utilities and infrastructure are already in place at the site, so when the City looks at the properties and the willingness and readiness to be able to be developed, these would be a benefit for the site. Mr. Constanzo stated that with a residential community already established adjacent to the site, Kiewit wants to express its commitment to work with staff and the community and design a well-planned community, recognizing that there will be a lot of infrastructure and amenities required in that area. He added that Kiewit will pay its fair with an allocation of ten acres. Commissioner Pentin disclosed that Mr. Costanzo contacted him today, and they Chair Narum likewise disclosed that she also discussed the matter with Mr. Costanzo yesterday. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Chair Narum stated that she and Commissioner Pearce are members of the Task Force and have already had a chance to weigh in on what is here. She indicated that she will take a back seat to the three remaining Commissioners who are hearing this for the first time and are less familiar with the subject. She added that she would be interested in hearing their comments and thoughts on the different sites. indicated that he would like to start with general questions first to understand the process and then go site by site. Before proceeding, Chair Narum asked staff if they wanted to make any comments regarding questions and matters raised by the speakers. Mr. Dolan stated that he wanted to share some information with the Commissioners as they deliberate that be somewhat responsive to some of the testimony the Commission may have heard. He indicated that a lot of people may understand the point about what these units will be, but some do not. He explained that the State says the City will meet its need if it provides zoning at a certain density, but what happens in reality is that there is a developer who will provide a project proposal, and he will be a developer of market-rate housing; a regular real estate developer. He added that even these sites that the City has to rezone at 30 units per acre will be developed as new, high-end apartments and will be going after the top dollars in this relatively well-off community. PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MINUTES, April 27, 2011 Page 19 of 40