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building would be situated within an existing office complex located on the corner of Franklin <br /> Drive, with access from Stoneridge Drive or Washington Mutual Way. Clorox would occupy the <br /> 5 existing buildings at the complex, as well. <br /> Mr. Dolan described the proposed building, the majority of which would be just below 40 feet <br /> tall, with some variations in height and screening. He reviewed the site and landscape plans as <br /> well as the exterior service yard. He explained that a PUD modification is required not because <br /> of the use, but rather because a new building is being requested. While the building is <br /> significant, it would not accommodate more than forty employees itself, with roughly 700 across <br /> the entire campus, and the intensity of use is anticipated to decrease significantly over what <br /> previously existed. <br /> He discussed staff's concerns related to visibility and integration with the surrounding area, and <br /> said he believed the applicant had managed to satisfy each. A recent issue brought to light <br /> regarding hazardous materials and stressed that there will be no use occurring at this site that <br /> does not already take place at their current location on Johnson Drive. The applicant will be <br /> subject to a permitting process through the fire department, which should address these <br /> concerns. <br /> Vice -Mayor Thorne asked if the Fire Chief is satisfied with the proposed facility as it relates to <br /> the containment of hazardous materials. The Fire Chief confirmed, stating there have been no <br /> issues with the current facility and he is confident this would be the same. <br /> Councilmember Cook- Kallio asked if companies such as Clorox undergo any special monitoring <br /> related to hazardous waste. Fire Marshall Danielle Stefani said the City implements two <br /> programs related to hazardous materials, the Fire Code and CUPA. In that capacity, they <br /> enforce the Hazardous Materials Business Plan laws, Hazardous Waste Program, and <br /> Underground Storage Tank Program. As part of those programs, they issue operating permits <br /> and inspect premises at least annually for compliance. She said Clorox is one of their very best <br /> corporate citizens. <br /> Councilmember McGovern said she reviewed the plans and requested more information on the <br /> "burn room." She asked if any condition of approval prohibits its use on Spare the Air Days. Ms. <br /> Stefani said she believed it relates to the charcoal manufacturing. Mr. Dolan said the applicant <br /> would also be required to get a Bay Area Air Quality Management District permit, which would <br /> stipulate when that specific component could operate. City Manager Nelson Fialho believes the <br /> Fire Marshall was correct in its use, deferred to the applicant for more specific information, and <br /> said the Council could add the limitation as an additional condition of approval if desired. <br /> Mark Whiteley, Cannon Design, clarified that Clorox tests and not manufactures charcoal at its <br /> facility. He did not anticipate that any larger amounts than are currently tested in the existing <br /> facility would be tested here. He noted there are certain other hurdles to be overcome with <br /> respect to air quality and the current facility meets all standards. The filtration proposed will be <br /> superior to that in the existing facility and he did not believe the use exceeded tolerances for <br /> Spare the Air Days. <br /> Councilmember McGovern asked how many employees were housed by the previous use. Mr. <br /> Fialho said Washington Mutual had approximately 1,300 employees on the site. Reports for <br /> Clorox are between 700 and 900, with roughly 40 at the research and development facility. <br /> City Council Minutes Page 4 of 7 October 5, 2010 <br />