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would be a good amenity and added that it was discussed in 2002 per the Downtown SpeciSc Plan_ Commissioner Arkin noted that parents with young children oRen had a limited amount of time in which to find a re stroom and believed that it would be an important addition to this public facility- Commissioner Fox noted that there were times when a public restroom would be needed during anafter-hours event, and the library and museum were both closed. In response to an inquiry by Chairperson Maas whether astand-alone restroom could be installed on the south end of Main Street, Ms. Morley replied that the conceptual planning process for an office building was underway to renovate City structures and that the entire footprint was being considered- She noted that Civic Plaza Park was also in the Downtown Specific Plan. Commissioner Roberts noted that from an architectural viewpoint, she opposed the placement of a restroom at the front of the building for the purpose of making it accessible. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Blank regarding alternative placements, Ms_ Morley replied that Delucchi Park was the site being examined in conjunction with the firehouse project- In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Fox regarding extended hours, Ms_ Yaris replied that a separate ordinance may need to be examined for that purpose. She added that the Veteran's Building was the most frequently used City building- Commissioner Arkin believed it was important to have compassion for parents with young children and that it was often difficult for them to reach a restroom quickly. Chairperson. Maas did not believe the Veteran's Memorial Building was an appropriate place for a public re stroom. Commissioner Roberts suggested that the building at 157 Main Street be considered for a public restroom_ Mr_ Pavan noted that conceptually, are stroom could be accommodated at that site, although it would entail revising the floor plan. A secured entrance and plumbing changes would need to be included as well. Commissioner Fox moved to recommend approval of PDR-402 with the conditions that the City Parks and Community Services Department work with the Police Department in order to arrive at a mutually agreeable safety design issues for a public restroom located within this building. Commissioner Arkin seconded the motion. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 26, 2005 Page 12 of 17