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Mrs. Sadorus questioned why the landscaping would be at the perimeter and not inside <br /> the parking area which is normally the case. Ms. Miller stated that by having the <br /> landscaping in the perimeter as opposed to in the parking area, it gives a better view and <br /> is best for security. <br /> Mr. Phil Cochran, representative for the petitioner, was sworn in by Ms. Jesse. <br /> Mr. Cochran stated that the City staff presented the history of the zoning ordirance and <br /> that this ordinance was initiated by staff because of certain institutions in Decatur to help <br /> the City as well as the businesses. By having an overlay district, it can eliminate the <br /> amount of time it takes to come to the City Plan Commission whena project is ready to <br /> get started and helps to make the project go more efficiently. Mr. Cochran stated that the <br /> health care business is a changing business and it is very hard to predict five (5) years <br /> out, exactly what will be needed. <br /> Mr. Cochran stated that all the development that the hospital has made to date has been a <br /> very positive influence on the City of Decatur. The hospital is he second largest <br /> employer in the city. <br /> No objectors present. <br /> It was moved and seconded (Nordholm/Dunn) to forward Cal. No. 04-50 to the City <br /> Council with the recommendation for approval as submitted by petitioner. Motion <br /> carried with Mr. Tom Smith abstaining from the vote. <br />