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Mr. O’Callaghan indicated that he is a builder and works with acoustical engineers at times. He noted that the wall across the patio is, in fact, a sound wall and that the noise coming out of the doors, when open, will stop at that wall and bounce backwards rather than travel up, over, and around. He stated that he believed turning down the bass may help and added that he is a proponent of having a set of base rules for the Downtown and a right-to-do-business ordinance, and supported more music nights. Melanie Sadek, owner of Murphy’s Paw, stated that the outdoor seating area during the summer has nothing to do with the permit Ms. Kennard has, but rather, with those permits secured through the Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA) for a temporary use permit for the summer for non-electrified but mildly amplified music until 9:00 p.m. She noted that this allowed establishments to provide outdoor entertainment while Redcoats is permitted only DJ’s indoors. She indicated that that when she gets into her business in the morning, she finds cigarette butts in front of her store and sweeps them up. Ms. Sadek stated that she is on the PDA Board of Directors and works a lot with merchants. She indicated that it is difficult to get some of the restaurant owners to work on various promotions but that Ms. Kennard is very active and cooperative. She added that Ms. Kennard is conscientious with her permit and that she hears good things from Redcoats customers.She urged approval of the permit that would allow the restaurant to bring in a younger crowd. Fran Pagliocca stated that many core issues have been pointed out and at times, people can be over-vigilant when listening to the issues and that a balance needed to be struck. She noted that continuing to maintain the City’s vendors and resources is important and expressed support for the application. Kenny Freeberg, Let’s Bounce, stated that he and his business partner have a security company and provide security for Redcoats. He added that Ms. Kennard is diligent in having them police issues and that his crew of four people walk with flashlights, look for litter, and maintain the peace and quiet for neighbors. He indicated that he has asked people not to stand with the side door open so noise does not go outside. He also noted the dress code required of those who patron the establishment. Mr. Freeberg indicated that Ms. Kennard has discussed with them working on Wednesdays and Thursdays if the permit is approved and noted that of the eight bars they service, Ms. Kennard’s is by far the most proactive in not disturbing the neighborhood and keeping up their property. He stated that Ms. Kennard is attempting to have a place where patrons will feel like they are in their hometown bar. He acknowledged noise concerns and stated that sometimes customers from Fernando’s Restaurant walk down to Ms. Kennard’s restaurant to smoke. He indicated that he would be happy to do whatever is necessary to help Ms. Kennard and take care of the requirements of the City, including increasing the patrol outside the building, cleaning up, and keeping the noise to a minimum in order that patrons have a good time and go PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, November 18, 2009 Page 8 of 25