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From: Carolyn Kilmer <br /> Sent: Monday, November 16, 2009 9:18 AM <br /> To: Steve Otto; Donna Decker <br /> Subject: Redcoats request for live music <br /> Dear Mr. Otto and Ms. Decker: <br /> Since I may not be able to attend the Wednesday meeting, I wanted to be sure to state my <br /> support for the request for live music and use of the outdoor patio at Redcoats. I understand that <br /> Redcoats has applied for permission to have music inside on Wednesday and Thursday nights <br /> from 9 12 pm and there is some opposition to this. This seems like a reasonable request for a <br /> pub. <br /> Pleasanton is a wonderful city but what it is missing is much nightlife after 9p.m., especially <br /> downtown. Redcoats aims to provide live music which enhances the draw to downtown, keeps <br /> the dollars local and gives people a reason not travel to Walnut Creek. There are other venues <br /> offering live music inside and outdoor seating like The Pleasanton Brewery and Barones, Why not <br /> allow another business to do the same thing? <br /> Choosing to live in any downtown area comes with an understanding that there is a mix of <br /> residential and commercial properties. That being said, if one chooses to move in next door to a <br /> restaurant/pub, one should expect some noise from that establishment. <br /> As you know, downtown has seen better days in terms of vacancies. Our local businesses are the <br /> key to the survival of our beautiful downtown. Let's not threaten the success of one of <br /> downtown's gems by being unreasonable on the issue of live music and patio seating. Redcoats <br /> is run by a local business woman who has much experience in operating a restaurant responsibly <br /> and successfully. <br /> Please help keep downtown a popular destination place and approve the request for Redcoats to <br /> feature live music and keep their patio open. <br /> Thank you. <br /> Carolyn Kilmer <br /> SUPPL NTAL ERIAL <br /> Provided to the Planning MAT Commission <br /> After Distribution of Packet <br /> Ir i6 0 9 <br /> oats olttrlb <br />