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Commissioner Sullivan asked about the status of the east side study. Ms. Seto advised that when r"' the City Council reviewed it priorities, the east side study remained on the priority list, but was placed in the third category. Commissioner Sullivan stated that he has no problem with the project, and that he feels the applicant and developer have done a great job making it an attractive development. He further stated that he is glad they are installing the photovoltaic panels. He noted that in reviewing the exhibit that staff has prepared, he can see all kinds of possibilities for this area which may be lost if an east side study is not done. He advised that he sees an opportunity for some kind of a transit-oriented village or development. He stated that he hates to see the City giving away opportunities to do good things that might be done some day. Commissioner Sullivan advised that he does not see the constraints presented by staff as those that are impossible to overcome. He recommended that the Planning Commission ask the City Council to reconsider conducting an east side study. He noted that while the project is not a bad project, he will not support it because he feels it is shortsighted not to look at this area in more detail and in the long-term. r- Commissioner Roberts stated that she cannot imagine light rail going past anyone's house without a major fight. She noted that she believes that the Iron Horse Trail as it proceeds through Pleasanton to the north has been conceived to be for pedestrian, bicycle, and equestrian use. She stated that she agrees the planning for this area has been piecemeal, but an east side study is not forthcoming. She noted that she believes the traffic constraints on this property allow for nothing or something like a self-storage facility. She advised that she is in favor of the project, noting that it is an improvement for that corner. She reported that she feels the one-foot setback that is proposed along the Kiewit property is probably the best. Commissioner Arkin stated that he feels the project in isolation is great and is beautifully designed. He noted that he is frustrated that this part oftown seems to be the stepchild of the City from a planning perspective. He commented that he feels using the proposed site for the self-storage facility does not eliminate the possibility for a transit village, as there is still the Kiewit site and the Kaiser Sand and Gravel site. He noted that he wished that there was a better plan for the area and a better coordination for the development ofthis area, but given the dimension of the site, in the short term it is an improvement to the site, and he will support the project. Commissioner Roberts moved to recommend approval of the draft Negative Declaration; make the PUD development plan findings; and recommend approval of Case PUD-15, subject to the draft conditions of approval stated in Exhibit "B." Commissioner Mass seconded the motion. ROLL CALL VOTE AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Commissioners Arkin, Maas, and Roberts Commissioner Sullivan Commissioners Harvey and Kameny None r- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES November 28,2001 Page 6