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~ discussed the use of a speed bump to minimize any hazards in the parking lot, and added that stamped concrete was a more appropriate material for that purpose. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Kameny, Mr. Hirsch replied that the proposed dimension for the restaurant was 1,500 square feet of interior space. Mr. Hirsch noted that they had listened carefully to the Commission and that they wanted to be a good neighbor. He added that the site would be a nice gateway into that part of town. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Arkin, Mr. Weldon Theobald, Bernal Partners, L.L.C., replied that temporary signage would be limited. He added that it would be of little benefit because of the porch in the front of the store. He noted that the police departments limited the percentage of signage, and he preferred as little as possible. Kevin Ebrahimi, Greenbriar Homes, 4340 Stevens Creek Blvd., Ste. 240, San Jose, spoke in support of this application. He noted that Pat Costanza had planned on attending but had a schedule conflict. He noted that they had worked extensively to find an applicant that would serve the Bernal community. They had met with five different applicants and chose Bernal Partners because they believed they would provide that service. He noted that their disclosure package included the possibility of this service station. Potential buyers had been very supportive of the project and had stated the necessity of a service station in the neighborhood. ,-- Randy Curto la, 6981 Corte Mercado, noted that he had been a Pleasanton resident for 45years and added that this project was by far the nicest gas station project anywhere in the Bay Area. He provided a petition in support ofthis project to the Commission and noted that he had no trouble getting signatures. Craig Moore, 1693 East Gate Way, noted that his home was adjacent to the carwash entrance. He thanked the applicant for a wonderful design and added that he was in favor of the gas station. He expressed concern about the carwash and the noise level it would generate and suggested that similarly situated carwashes could be studied. In response to an inquiry by Chairperson Maas, Mr. Moore replied that it would be better if the hours were shortened. He liked the 54-inch fence, and believe it would help with the larger trucks and SUVs. He believed that a sound barrier could be looked at as well. Brandice Banta, 566 Cento Court, noted that she had lived in Pleasanton for fourteen years, and she believed this project would be a benefit to the community. She added that the convenience of a neighborhood service station had been lacking for some time. Sue Flashberger, 4597 El Dorado Court, spoke in support of this item. She noted that the neighborhood needed this service station and that the nearest facility along 680 was in Fremont. She added that she would rather see Pleasanton gain the tax revenue r- PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES August 14,2002 Page 12