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to the City. He indicated that he believes the existing gas station is one of the more attractive stations that exist in the area.He added that the Safeway station has similarly been designed to be attractive; however, if given a choice, staff would rather not have a second station at the gateway location. Commissioner Olson stated that his concern is that obviously an anchor tenant is needed. He noted that Safeway is a terrific anchor tenant, which is based in Pleasanton, and a gas station part of its formula. He indicated that he was not sure whether or not it was a show-stopper for Safeway but felt this should be kept in mind. Chair Pearce suggested that the Commission ask Safeway representatives. Commission Olson noted that the vote was 3-2 at the last meeting. Mr. Dolan stated that this is the reason staff invested some time in what the gas station will look like and where it will be located. He noted that staff wants it to be as attractive as possible in the event it is ultimately approved by the Commission and the Council. Commissioner Narum noted that she did not see elevations of the building from Bernal Avenue, which she felt was even more important than what they look like from inside the parking lot. Mr. Pavan stated that the elevations presented are those developed by the applicant up to this point in time, which illustrate concepts of the design and the direction of the project. He explained that elevations of all four sides of all buildings will be presented to the Commission at the next stage. He added that while rears of buildings do back up to Valley Avenue and Bernal Avenue, they will be designed with the same degree of attractive detailing to mimic the design quality of elevations facing the parking lot. Commissioner Narum inquired if the design would be carried to the rear sides of the buildings when the Commission conducts its discussion on the elevations. Mr. Pavan said yes. Commissioner Narum referred to the Bernal illustrative site plan and recalled that while serving on the Bernal Property Task Force, the plan was put together with some setbacks to still have visibility of the western hills. She noted that there should be consistency and inquired how far back the fire station was as well as some of the other buildings along Bernal Avenue. Mr. Pavan replied that the PUD and the Specific Plan do not specify minimum setbacks, but recommends setbacks as deep as was feasible. He noted that in the previous staff report, staff proposed workable setbacks. He indicated that staff could conduct further research to determine if further information regarding setbacks, if the Commission desired. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, October 14, 2009 Page 8 of 25