Lack of transition between 182-unit apartment building and single-family neighborhood is the main issue of concern.

Before recommending possible $1 million contract, Chair Abe McGull has asked for examples of how consultants have worked in other cities.

Citizens Advisory Board questioned over composition and conflicts.

The majority of members of both bodies favor transformational projects with half-cent sales tax funds.

Right-of-way acquisition and utility undergrounding added to project’s complexity to extend its timeline by more than a year.