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Commissioner Balch stated that his comment on the landscaping is similar to his comment on the Jeep dealership project. He noted that Building E from the south elevation is a pretty significant -sized building because it is obviously a very lengthy building along the entire southern front, and this is where the park will be looking. He indicated that he really does not like the trash enclosure being tucked up against the park on the southwest corner and suggested that it be a small one if it has to be there. He stated that the building looks massive from the park, and he would like to see a softening -up, and the Willow tree line chosen by Mr. Gates can definitely do that. He added, however, that he would prefer a lower water user, but if the Willow can tolerate recycled water, then he is indifferent because that would be a good solution. In terms of the meandering path or the vineyard area, Commissioner Balch stated that he would personally like to see the sidewalk move off of El Charro Road primarily because of Vulcan Material Company's use of El Charro Road with the heavy trucks. He indicated that he would like the sidewalk to be as far away from El Charro Road as possible and to remove a little bit of the vineyard as well as there would be an 18- wheeler going down the road about four feet from the curb. He stated that he prefers not to walk along a sidewalk that would have this much traffic, and obviously not straight up against the building either. He agreed with Commissioner Piper regarding visualizing the vineyard at that location but conceded that it might work well. Commissioner Allen stated that she is neutral on the vineyard and that it fits the design. He agreed with Commissioner Balch about moving the sidewalk in because of the gravel and the dust and using more landscaping to soften Building E. She commented that she assumes there would probably be potted plants or plants in the ground in the patio area with the tables and that it would be a really nice area to have a lot of shade. Chair O'Connor stated that he thinks there is no room for the vineyards and that he wants to get the sidewalk off of El Charro Road. He noted that the applicant mentioned a meandering sidewalk, and he does not know if there is room to get the sidewalk off of El Charro Road and have it meandering, although there will be more room for other landscaping and smaller trees such as Crepe Myrtle on both sides between where the sidewalk meanders. He added that he wanted the selection of trees on Stoneridge Drive to be consistent with the General Plan. E. Does the Planning Commission have any comments on the proposed permitted and conditionally permitted uses? Commissioner Piper stated that she has no comments and that they all seem pretty good to her. Commissioner Balch stated that, going back to the topic on trees, he has family members that have allergies so he would like to minimize trees or plants that produce pollen or to choose varieties with a lower pollen. In terms of the uses, he pointed out the list of Permitted Uses /Retail on page 3 of Exhibit B, Item 49 states that food will be served until 11:00 p.m., and Item 5 under Conditional Uses /Retail on the same page stated that food will be served until midnight. He added that there is also the question about food and alcohol or alcoholic beverages served with food service. He indicated PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, October 22, 2014 Page 25 of 30