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Mike Pirozzoli opposed the location of the proposed new tennis courts and supported Alternative 1. He added that he would be against any alternative that would eliminate existing parking spaces. Bill Williams spoke in support of keeping the green, open field in the Tennis and Community Park. Skylar McCern talked about the importance of the green field to children and families. Ritika Gupta reported that she and her friends love the open field and that families use it for many activities. She asked that Council consider moving the tennis courts to another location, such as Del Prado Park. Joe Streng, Park and Recreation Commissioner, reported serving on the Master Plan Committee and addressed approval of the plan as well as setting priorities. He noted the need for more tennis courts in the City and reported that City staff and the Commission and Committee worked hard to ensure the community weighed in on this process. He reported visiting the site and stated his believe that the plan should be adjusted. He felt there is still a need to expand the facility, but that a common ground can be reached that doesn't involve the removal of the green field and Heritage trees. He suggested adding one tennis court at the Alternative 1 location or Alternative 2 with relocation of the volleyball courts, but opposed Alternative 3. Additionally, he indicated he would like to see the City remove the fence around the park, as soon as possible, and thanked the community for their input and engagement. Kaarin Graham spoke in support of the two new tennis courts and noted that the City has followed the appropriate process in reviewing and approving the project. She asked that Council respect the process and approve the project. Peter Lowe spoke regarding tennis as a growing sport and in support of the project but questioned the process. He suggested delaying the project until a better solution can be implemented and agreed with Alternative 3. Sankaran Chandramouli reported that the park is being used more as a community park than a tennis park. He spoke in support of maintaining the existing green, open space. Bud Veit, tennis player, reported that over the years, it has become increasingly difficult to find a place to play. He spoke in support of the project, as proposed. Daoming Cheng supported the new tennis courts, but not at the proposed location. He also opposed Alternative 1, noting that people currently play in the nearby basketball courts until late at night, which generates unwanted noise, requested maintaining the existing open space and suggested implementing Alternative 2 as a compromise. Staff suggested that Mr. Cheng call the Police Department when people are playing basketball beyond the park's closure. Mr. Cheng complained that there is no restroom near the basketball courts many relieve themselves in the bushes. Mayor Thorne asked staff to follow up with Mr. Cheng regarding the matter. Dan Rosier spoke about the importance of getting this project "right', addressed improvements in the notification process and noted the importance of considering alternatives. City Council Minutes Page 3 of 5 August 9,2016