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February 10, 2016 President Murphy stated he had been informed by the City Attorney that the proposal did not require a vote of the Council. City Attorney Iles stated that this was consistent with the rules and procedures of the Council and that a formal motion was not required. Council Bader expressed support for Council Member Moore's proposal. Council Member Roberts stated the establishment of additional retail marijuana stores was the result of the legislature's desire to incorporate medical marijuana sales within retail marijuana sales, with the intent to actually reduce the total number of outlets within a regulated structure. He expressed concern that a moratorium could result in the lack of patient access to medical marijuana, as well as an increased workload for Planning Department staff. Council Member Franklin stated this was an important issue and not without impact to the community. She stated she was in support of a review by the Planning Commission to include a recommendation back to the Council. President Murphy stated that while he supports the immediate review by the Planning Commission, he could not support the second phase until input is provided by Planning Department staff and all council members are present to weigh in. Council Member Stonecipher questioned by what criteria the Planning Commission is being asked to make a determination, and stated this action requires public process and must be advertised on the Council agenda. She asked that the record show that she does not support sending the ordinance back to the Planning Commission. President Murphy requested City staff take the existing ordinance back to the Planning Commission for action at the next regularly scheduled meeting. Council Member Moore stated he would provide Council with his talking points. 48