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the interior of the building, due to the historical restoration of the building. He advised that the proposed light building color is in keeping with the historical character of the property, noting that the site is not part of the WFRCO District. He reported that thc City Council would have final approval of the proposal, and that the Parks & Recreation Commission has reviewed and supported the proposal. In response to a question from Commissioner Roberts, staff confirmed that the project was included in the Laguna Oaks Specific Plan. Commissioner Arkin noted that the report did not mention the installation of restrooms and indicated that he wants to be sure that a family restroom is included. Mr. Grubstick noted that one of the issues raised in the letters received by staffwas related to drainage concerns along the enstem side of Foothill Road. He noted that staffbelieves that the project will not have any negative effect on subsurface drainage. Mike Fuiford introduced Chris PattiLIo ofPattillo & Oan-ett. Ms. Pattillo noted that she represents the design team for the project, as well as the community task force that developed the plan. She provided an overview of the project, noting the guiding principles in designing the project. She presented the renderings of the proposed park and the key elements of the project. She advised that restrooms facilities would be provided within one of the buildings. She discussed park access and parking. She noted that security issues have been addressed with the proposed installation of a gated access. Commissioner Kameny asked if the potential residential development of the Briggs prol~xty was comidered during the planning of the park. Mr. Fulford noted that this was considered and that there has been discussion with Mr. Austin who is present this evening. He suggested that Mr. Austin or Mr. Brad Hirst address this matter. In response to a question from Commissioner Arkin, Mr. Fulford advised that the amphitheater is proposed to be located at a site that is already basically graded and that the land form is practically existing. He noted that the plan is to embellish the existing land form to create an informal gathering place. Discussion ensued regarding the possibility of using the site for events such as weddings and evening activities. Staff noted that the task force discussed the use of the site for weddings, but that the eonelusion was that the site was generally not appropriate for this use. Mr. Wolfe stated tlmt the Parks & Recreation Commission's recommended roinlrrlum use of the site at Bight, and because lighting will not be sufficient, the site will not be conducive to evening activities. He noted tlmt there is also concern about traffic safety for cars exiting the site onto Foothill in the dark. PI~BLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Karen Garske, 3466 Old Foothill Road, stated that she is a member of the task force. She noted tl~ she supports the park. She noted that she favors the master plan as it exists now because she feels Pattillo & Garrett did an excellent job in designing the park to keep the most natural setting PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES September 27, 2000 Page 7