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issues with Brian Dolan prior to Mr. Weinstein, and again now with Mr. Weinstein and Mr. Beaudin. She indicated that the comments are really contrary to what she is getting. She noted that they did listen and referred to Mr. Schroeder earlier saying that they have lost two to three lots. She added that they completely revised their rooflines, their massing, their architecture, and they have listened and have worked with staff. She explained that they did not propose to do the Work Session like they would expect on a blank slate piece of property because of the existence of the preschool. She indicated that it is not slighting the Commission at all but working closely with staff, and they felt that frankly, the Work Session was not necessary. She noted, however, that they did have not one but two neighborhood informational and workshop sessions where they fielded questions and comments with people who were the most affected by this project and people who live around it. She reiterated that she appreciates the Commission's comments, but feels like she has to defend Ponderosa. She affirmed that they know one thing: that they do their outreach and work with the community, the Commission, and staff more so than a lot of builders do, so she has to take exception to the comments. Chair Allen stated that she understood and thanked Ms. Hardy for her comments. MATTERS INITIATED BY COMMISSION MEMBERS Chair Allen stated that she had planned but neglected to introduce Mr. Beaudin, the new Director of Community Development, in the very beginning of the meeting. She welcomed Mr. Beaudin and indicated that they are delighted to be working with him. Mr. Beaudin thanked Chair Allen and stated that he wished it was a different tone for his first meeting. He indicated that he is really looking forward to working with all the Commissioners and doing great things with the community here in Pleasanton. 8. MATTERS FOR COMMISSION'S REVIEW /ACTION /INFORMATION a. Future Planning Calendar Mr. Weinstein stated that a Planning Commission meeting is coming up pretty soon for the continued Lund Ranch hearing, and the applicant for the Valley Plaza Villages II PUD modification for a private dog park on that site has withdrawn his application. He added that the Irby Ranch project will not be coming in the near -term. b. Actions of the City Council No discussion was held or action taken. c. Actions of the Zoning Administrator No discussion was held or action taken. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, August 12, 2015 Page 33 of 34