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Mayor Thorne asked if the petition relates strictly to the CM Capital site. Mr. Bowen said "no." He explained that the focus is on West Las Positas but the petition also expresses concern about general growth and whether certain properties in the surplus inventory might be better suited to another use. He requested a show of hands from those in the audience that supported his comments. Karen El!gas, Parkside, asked that the Council institute a moratorium on any development projects that would strain the already limited water supply until the city has developed a more sustainable long term plan. She also asked that the surplus of previously rezoned sites be reverted to their original zoning. John Huk addressed the Council regarding a tree matter on his property. Kay Ayala said she was particularly impressed with the willingness to inform and engage the community that has been demonstrated by those circulating the petition. She referred to a recent article highlighting a 1,400 member community group in Orinda whose mission is to push back against the Plan Bay Area agenda. She reported that similar sentiments were shared at a recent meeting in Lafayette. She encouraged PleasantonVotersForSmartGrowth.org to lead the charge, with the Council's assistance, in fighting back against unfunded mandates and ensuring that the appropriate infrastructure is in place before any additional housing is approved. She asked and staff confirmed that the Council is scheduled to review the Housing Element Update at its September 2, 2014 meeting. Dan Moore noted that every homeowner in the Parkside development, as well as many others throughout the community, signed the petition discussed by Mr. Bowen. He contended that the residential development of a commercial property is counterproductive to the goal of providing housing for those who live and work in Pleasanton. He questioned the actual value of the low-income units, which would total approximately 6 out of 201 units and do more to burden the existing Parkside district than to meet the affordable housing need. He also questioned whether the city can afford another 67,000 gallons of potable water per day, which is the approximate consumption of 201-unit, 500 person residential project. Jack Bras said the current drought conditions are well evidenced by the dead lawns and dying trees throughout the city, and questioned the need for a $200,000 allocation to inform people about the drought. He said he is frustrated by the continued issuance of permits that will increase the demand on the limited water supply. He asked what it will take for the Council to recognize the larger issue and take action to increase the state's water supply. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS 17. Update on Stage 3 Water Shortage and Local emergency declaration Director of Operation Services Smith presented the required monthly update on, and submitted a request to continue, the local drought emergency. He noted that the State is considering and will likely pass drought regulations very similar to the city's later this evening. He provided an update of the city's overall progress, reporting conservation levels of 23.6% year to date against a goal of 25%. He acknowledged that efforts have increased significantly since the city instituted the mandatory reduction in May, but again cautioned that the next 60 days are typically the warmest of the year and will prove particularly challenging. He reported that the city itself has reduced consumption a total of 56% over the prior year since the restrictions were enacted, which equals a savings of approximately 1.2 million gallons per day. City Council Minutes Page 4 of 16 July 15,2014