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Theater, which he considers to be a very successful project in the sense that it is not widely different from the general character of the Downtown. He indicated that it is a successful civic statement not only of what Pleasanton was at one point but also the direction it is headed toward. Mr. Colson noted that there are some very important values the community is wrangling with and there is opportunity for diversity and debate to occur, and the decision-makers need to come back to those values. He stated that the question is whether to fossilize or create vitality. He indicated that he felt Planning staff understands the importance of allowing that variety to occur, which creates a rich and lively environment. He stated that this is where he would like to see Pleasanton move toward and noted that it is important to listen to professional opinion because there is a lot of subjectivity. Mr. Colson stated that the City should identify those properties that are classic and significant either culturally or architecturally, and then allow for room for new things to occur. He complimented whatever process was in place which allowed for the Firehouse Arts Theater to happen because therein lies the key to where the City should go. He indicated that the danger of creating very strict ordinances is an issue of economics as well, as there are economic realities in doing preservation as opposed to conservation. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. Commissioner Pentin expressed his appreciation for the materials received, presentation, and public comment received. He stated that he does not believe the system is broken, but some updating could be done on the DTSP and the DTDG. He noted that addressing this in the near future would answer some of the questions raised regarding streamlining and allfrustration. Commissioner Olson complimented Mr. Dolan on his presentation and indicated that he would not support an ordinance. He stated that there is enough on paper now which can be refined and believes that some diversity in the area is called for. He indicated that he likes the analogy about the Firehouse Arts Center project having something old and something new and noted that he would not be surprised that this is where the Commission is headed. d with Commissioners Pentin and Olson. He indicated that there are documents in place that get applicants where they need to go, although, there are some inconsistencies that should be updated to flow properly. He stated that would also not support another ordinance to layer on top of those the City already has. He noted that people who buy historically significant homes would know it when they see it and hoped they do not buy one just to tear it down. PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MINUTES, March 9, 2011 Page 18 of 24