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"Bay Area Housing - No Vacancy," which stated there is not enough housing for the jobs in the r"'. areas. He spoke in favor of a joint workshop being conducted between the Planning and Housing Commissions. He stated there are no other places in the City for affordable housing. Commissioner Arkin expressed appreciation to the Housing Commissioner for their input and noted he would be in favor of a joint workshop of the Planning and Housing Commissions. Commissioner Arkin noted he would not be in support of housing on this site and stated that housing will have negative impacts for the citizens. He stated that a business park will have a positive impact on regional traffic east of Pleasanton. He noted that housing on this site will increase impacts on regional freeways and local traffic, impacts to schools, additional strain to sewer and water systems, and air quality. He stated he was in favor with the plan as proposed, with minor modifications, and that the proposed project is the most appropriate use for the site. He expressed concurrence with Chairperson Roberts' statements that this location is a perfect location for a business park due to its proximity to the freeway. He stated he understood Kaiser's concern with housing on this site and that there are more appropriate sites in the City for affordable housing in closer proximity to shopping and schools. r"' Commissioner Sullivan made a substitute motion to deny application with an invitation being extended to the Housing Commission to conduct a joint workshop with the Planning Commission to explore alternative land uses for this site to include potential for affordable housing, mixed-use development, with the goal of salvaging some of the last opportunities for affordable housing and dealing creatively with traffic issues. He suggested that the workshop include public participation to determine a recommendation to be forwarded to the City Council, such as a proposed General Plan amendment. Commissioner Maas noted she would not be in support of the substitute motion and stated that a workshop should be held between the Housing Commission and City Council. She recommended that the City Council study and consider a proposal by the Housing Commission. Commissioner Kameny concurred with ajoint workshop being conducted; however, he noted that the workshop should be held between the City Council and the Housing Commission. Chairperson Roberts noted that a joint workshop should be conducted; however, this piece of property is not appropriate for housing because of the possible toxicity on this site. Discussion ensued relating to clarification of the original motion and substitute motion. Commissioner Maas noted her motion will include a modification for roadway improvements to be completed in one phase. Commissioner Kameny seconded Commissioner Maas' motion. Commissioner Sullivan noted that even though Commissioner Maas and he are supporting the same idea, a denied application will provide a stronger statement to the City Council. r PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 26, 2000 Page 8