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133 since taking over the Game Station he has gone out of his way to meet the con- ditions of the conditional use permit; he has added extra lighting and hired a security officer to be on duty. He advised the problem is not within his business, but outside in the parking area and the loitering is caused by those not associated with using the Game Station. He added that other businesses in the Plaza: Jack in the Box, 7-Eleven, the Pizza Place, Kentucky Fried Chicken, and the DoNut Shop also contribute to the problem. Mr. Evans stated he has tried to work with the Police Department to find a solution to the problem. Because of the loitering law there is little that can be done to arrest those creating problems. He stated that signing the entrances to his location will not solve the problem; every entrance to the Plaza would have to be posted and that would take the cooperation of all the owners. Mr. Evans felt he is being unfairly singled out for a problem that he can do nothing more about, and which he felt should be the responsibility of the entire Plaza. He took exception to several statements in the Police Depart- ment report; most loiterers are not his customers. He felt there has been a lack of response by the Police Department; he realized the law and their limitations but felt they have been uncooperative with his situation. He stated he has done everything to comply with the conditions of the Conditional Use Permit and is at a loss as to what to do now, without the cooperation of the other nine owners in the Plaza. He added that he wants to get rid of the problems more than anyone; he wants a family type business, and needs help to stop the present situation. No one in the audience spoke regarding this matter. There being no further testimony, Mayor Mercer declared the public hearing closed on this item. Councilmember Brandes stated he had asked to have this issue brought for- ward because he feels strongly that the Conditional Use Permit should be re- evaluated. He stated he personally knows that the Game Station contributes to the problems in this area, but he did not know what percentage is directly connected with them. If other businesses are able to come before Council then those should be dealt with also. He felt the Game Station is not compatible with other business in the shopping center. It was moved by Councilmember Brandes, and seconded by Councilmember But- ler, to uphold the appeal of the City Council and deny the conditional use permit of the Game Station to operate a game arcade located at 4301 Valley Avenue. Council discussion ensued regarding compliance by other businesses and owners to conditions of approval or changing the zoning for more control. They felt other businesses are contributing to the problem. Police Chief Eastman stated his report is factual. He stated the situa- tion is different now than it was a few years ago; it is a much bigger problem now. He added he has exhausted every means to correct the situation. He sug- gested meeting with all of the property owners and try to deal with the issue. He stated it is local young people and adults who are causing the problem, and he would like to focus on alternative activities. He requested that stringent conditions be placed on the Conditional Use Permit if Council does approve the permit for the Game Station. 11 - 5-19-87