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01/25/2013

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Sarasota News Leader January 25, 2013 Page 26 But the North Trail also has endemic prosti- But there is not tons of time. tution and a drug-based commercial element fueled by burglary and robbery. By contrast, The Sarasota City Commission set a timetable for staff to move the NTOD through the Planthe South Trail is virtually crime-free. ning Board and to a City Commission agenda THE MAN BEHIND THE PLAN in March. Planning Board member Chris GalMike Taylor retired last year after 30 years in lagher asked his colleagues how many questhe City of Sarasota Planning Department. He tions they had about the overlay plan. is the actual author of the North Trail Overlay District. He came before the Planning Board Jan. 23 as a private citizen to offer his opinions and services. In a rare show of forbearance, the board gave Taylor unlimited time to speak. "It offers developers an awful lot to get redevelopment going on the North Trail. Without that, you won't see redevelopment," said Taylor, specifying, "For example, administrative approval." "At least 50," said Svekis. "Me too, at least," said Chairwoman Jennifer Ahern-Koch. "Can we go off the schedule and take six months?" asked Chris Gallagher. Member Susan Chapman said, "I don't think we've had enough time. We should go off the schedule. And I hope the North Trail Redevelopment group will meet and consider some of our comments." The Planning Board members agreed to comHe said if people — or even one person — are pile a list of their questions and send them to unhappy with the outcome of a review, they Chapdelain for review and possible answers. could file an appeal to the Planning Board afThe board also agreed to continue its public ter paying a $1,500 fee. hearing to Feb. 27. Planning Board members barraged Taylor with questions. "There are tons of areas for Members of the public may submit their comdiscussion," said Vald Svekis of the 82-page ments and questions as well via email to planningboard@sarasotagov.com. % document. Tonya Herschberger & Linda Keefe "After a terrible accident I required surgery. Tonya shared with me that Dr. Koval was responsible for her beautiful smile. She gave me hope and direction. I'm so grateful to Dr, Koval. Now I have a smile that I love to share with everyone." For a complimentary consultation call 941.923.5406 | Christine Koval, D.M.D. | www.askdrkoval.com

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