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"In this meeting, it was agreed that, while each site will need to seek approvals for stormwater mitigation, the conditions found on these two sites are routine, and reasonable solutions can be developed for each site," Applebee wrote. FDEP would have to approve remediation plans because contamination was found at both sites. A key report released in April detailed contamination and other logistical challenges involving the two parcels. Yet the proposal to build a shelter in Sarasota continues to be a lightning-rod issue. County commissioners say the shelter is the best option for addressing homelessness, which has led to increasing problems in downtown Sarasota, from complaints about crime to cus- tomers expressing trepidation about dealing with homeless people if they want to shop or dine downtown. The City Commission, con- versely, has been divided over the shelter, with two commissioners steadfast in saying it should not be built in the city. Some city residents fear its location in the city will lead to an increase in the number of people pan- handling downtown. The City and County commissions are slated to discuss the issue again in another joint session at 1 p.m. on June 23 at the Sarasota County Administration Center, located at 1660 Ringling Boulevard in Sarasota. "We've received some additional information, and I look forward to seeing what options staff can put in front of us to bring this for- ward," County Vice Chairwoman Christine Robinson said this week. The city lot at 1330 N. Osprey Ave. has parking for some vehicles. They would have to use an alternative site if the parcel becomes the location for a homeless shelter. Photo courtesy City of Sarasota Sarasota News Leader June 13, 2014 Page 45