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In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Sedlak, Ms. Hertel confirmed that the Diocese of Oakland owned the land next to St. Augustine's. Commissioner Sedlak inquired whether a lighting schematic was available, and inquired how the emergency illumination would affect existing property owners. Mr. Ivelich replied that he did not have a lighting diagram, but that in similar situations, the lighting was always directed away from the neighbors. He noted that low garden lighting was often used, and emphasized that lights would not be aimed at the neighbors' yards. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Sedlak Mr. Ivelich noted that internal circulation within the building was very important, and that interior stairs would not be relied upon to connect various areas of the buildings. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Sedlak whether there was another community where this facility could be located, Ms. Hertel replied that there was a significant need in Pleasanton for this service, and that they were invited by the Church and the Diocese to come to the City. She acknowledged that they would not be able to provide for every need in Pleasanton. She added that as a nonprofit organization, they were deeply committed to providing services to people, regardless of their religious affiliation or their ability to pay. She noted that there was not much land available, and realized that they were not the highest and best use, and would not provide the same financial return as condominiums and expensive homes. They had examined other sites, and preferred to be affiliated with a church or a nonprofit organization. A discussion of the affiliation between ElderCare Alliance and Mercy Retirement and Care Center ensued. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Roberts, Ms. Randolph replied that between 20 to 30 of the Oakland residents may elect to move to Pleasanton. She noted that they operated another facility in Oakland where they would have priority access. She noted that the proposed facility will not be built for another four years, by which time many of the residents in Oakland will have passed away. In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Sedlak regarding the difference between the proposed facility and the City-sponsored facility near the senior center, Mr. Iserson replied that this project included a skilled nursing facility, where the existing facility did not. The assisted living portions were similar. In response to an inquiry by Chairperson Maas regarding the bridge application recently approved by the Commission, Mr. Iserson confirmed that it was specified that Pleasanton residents would receive priority. The Planning Commission recessed for a break at 8:44 p.m. Chairperson Maas reconvened the meeting at 8:57 p.m. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 11, 2002 Page 9