MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Held Wednesday, March 29, 2000
For the purpose of meeting with representatives of Greenway Center

The meeting began at 8:07 p.m. It was held in the Senior Classroom of the Community Center.

PRESENT WERE: Council members Rodney M. Roberts, Alan Turnbull, Edward V.J. Putens, Thomas X. White and Mayor Judith F. Davis.

STAFF PRESENT WERE: Michael P. McLaughlin, City Manager and David E. Moran, City Clerk

ALSO PRESENT WERE: Linda Dreyer and Jane Harrington, Combined Properties; Sheldon Goldberg and Karl Hille, The Gazette

Driveway Entrance

Ms. Harrington reported that the County and Combined Properties had not yet worked out an agreement. Ms. Harrington reported that Combined was investigating the matter further and was hoping that it could be worked out quickly. She noted that Combined had done patchwork on the driveway.

Ms. Harrington suggested that the City work with Ms. Harrington or Tom McKee to try and get this moving. Mr. McLaughlin offered to contact Ms. Scott’s office.

Parking Lot & Landscaping

Mayor Davis asked about plans to pave the lot. Ms. Harrington indicated that an overlay was not budgeted for 2000. Ms. Harrington reported a new landscaping company had been hired. Ms. Dreyer reported that mulch and flowers had been added.

Mr. Goldberg suggested additional yellow curbs near Safeway. Ms. Harrington agreed to work with the City to address this issue.

Future of Center and Tenant Situation

Ms. Harrington indicated that no capital improvements were planned. Ms. Dreyer indicated the Center was fully occupied. Ms. Harrington reported that security was not an issue.

Mr. Putens suggested security cameras. Ms. Harrington responded that Combined Properties did not have cameras at any of its properties. Ms. Dreyer opined that cameras were a liability problem. Council Members suggested cameras at driveway entrances and dummy cameras.

Mr. Putens suggested a joint venture with Greenway similar to the one at Beltway Plaza. Mayor Davis suggested Ms. Harrington visit Beltway Plaza.

Traffic Flow & Bus Stop

Ms. Harrington reported that the landlord was not in favor of busses entering the parking lot. Mr. Roberts asked if they would allow smaller busses. Ms. Harrington suggested the City send a proposal to Combined.

Mr. Turnbull encouraged Combined to improve access from the bus stop into the shopping center. Mayor Davis suggested a rear entrance for Bally’s and also a walkway through to the rear.

Parking Lot Pad Use

Mr. Putens expressed concern about certain parking lot uses.

Ms. Dreyer reported that parking lot solicitors, particularly at the driveway entrance were not authorized by Greenway Center.

Other Business

Mayor Davis relayed a conversation from Jeannie Smith that indicated Rayeta Henson, a Realty One employee, is moving to Florida and a reception is being held on April 30. She also announced MML’s book dedication on May 5 in Annapolis.

Mr. McLaughlin reported on the action that College Park took on the letter to the Governor.

The meeting ended at 9:15 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

David E. Moran, CMC

City Clerk

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