February 3, 2016

observation area would include perennials, shrubs, a new tree and ornamental grasses. The County timetable for the project was approximately 120 days, to start as soon as possible. Mr. Piga discussed PB-16-02C/Petting Zoo Improvements. Referring to Exhibit A-4, he described the current conditions, which included a PVC fence that went around the barn, and some galvanized steel posts. The plan was to remove the existing fence system and replace it with a galvanized metal fence and gate system. The new system would allow young children to feed and better interact with the animals. The north side fencing would be approximately 4-ft. high for the larger animals. The east side fencing would be 3-ft. high, with openings for visitors to pet and feed the smaller animals. The fence system would be mounted to an 8-ft. concrete curb. The County timetable for the project was approximately 60 days. Mr. Piga concluded his testimony. Councilwoman McCartney asked for clarification regarding the current barriers at the Bison Exhibit; were there new regulations for barriers or were the improvements just upgrades. Mr. Piga said there were currently wood posts and wire mesh; the improvements were upgrades. He said that by installing the glass, visitors could get closer to the animals. Mr. Eben said there appeared to be a change in elevation at the retaining wall in the back of the Bison exhibit; Mr. Piga said there was a fence barrier with a 2-in. gap at the fence a rail at the base and top with mesh in-between. In response to inquiry from Mr. Eben; Mr. Piga said planting would start about March 20, 2016. The plants would be fully irrigated. Chairman Weston asked about the increase to impervious coverage; Mr. Piga said the patio would be 1,200 square feet of new impervious coverage. Regarding the new pathway lighting; Mr. Piga said the fixtures design would be similar to candy cane shape, 12-ft. high, to address the back area of the zoo where there was insufficient lighting for evening events. The lighting would be on timers. Councilwoman McCartney asked if porous pavement could be used in the patio area; Mr. Piga answered in the negative. He said the disturbance was under 5,000 square feet; there was already a trench drain in place; water would collect in the existing system. Mr. Grygiel had no questions for Mr. Piga. The Public had no questions or comments. Vice

er 5,000 square feet; there was already a trench drain in place; water would collect in the existing system. Mr. Grygiel had no questions for Mr. Piga. The Public had no questions or comments. Vice Chairman Bagoff said he had a zoo walk-though with Brint Spencer, Executive Director; he opined the proposed glass enclosure was consistent with recent Zoo improvements. The Board voted on the Applications as follows: Motion: Vice Chairman Bagoff Second: Mr. Gurland Bagoff: Yes Carlucci: Absent Eben: Yes Ghebremicael: Absent Gurland: Yes Klein: Yes Lester: Absent McCartney: Yes Wegner: Yes Wilkes: Absent Weston: Yes