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Planning and Zoning Minutes <br />November 1, 2004 <br />Page 4 <br />protective net for onlookers. Mr. Stephens stated that he would have <br />on -site marshals and referees to keep thing under control. One could <br />be barred for life if out there to cause mischief. <br />Mr. Lucas asked what is the height of the nets. <br />Mr. Stephens stated that he does not know specifically but he has gone <br />to several web sites and looked at their facilities as well as on tv on the <br />Spike Channel —the nets could go up about 25 feet, not taller than the <br />trees. There would be a child's course and a close contact course that <br />would be surrounded like a tennis court would be surrounded by a net. <br />It is a close contact sport. <br />The course would be open weekends only but if, for example, Kimberly <br />Clark called and stated that they wanted to reserve the court on <br />Wednesday for 25 people —they would do that. The winter months <br />requires a lot of clothing, therefore, it would take away from the <br />stinging effect of getting shot. When it is wet or muddy, people do not <br />want to crawl around in the mud. It would be a seasonal deal. It would <br />be open on children's holidays at school so the children would have <br />something to do. Mr. Stephens stated that location is important and <br />being right in the heart of the city is an important factor that he wants <br />to capitalize on. <br />Mr. Stephens stated that the paint balls will not hurt anyone coming <br />down and it washes off. They do not want to make an eye sore with the <br />nets. The nets would be put only in an area where the insurance <br />company requires. <br />Chairman Hayter asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition of the <br />request. <br />Tracy Leising,1060 20th Street NE, spoke in opposition to the petition <br />