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Commissioner Allen said given the goal to create additional land uses to promote vitality and tax revenue, there were some uses that seemed like they could be big and end up utilizing the space that would not generate much tax revenue. She asked how they were chosen, specifically massage parlors; however, these are small. The other one shown as permitted versus conditional would be a theater or auditorium and potentially large sports facilities where they may not get much retail revenue. These two struck her where someone could get the land and the City would not be accomplishing the purpose it has. Mr. Weinstein said the focus on the EDZ on Club -Retail generates quite a bit of sales tax revenue, as well as hotels which generate TOT revenue. Beyond the Costco and hotel parcels are parcels of varying sizes and shapes and it was felt there may be complementary uses or uses that would work on the smaller parcels, hence the theater, massage parlors or sports facilities. Commissioner Allen questioned whether uses would be allowed or need to go through the CUP process. Mr. Weinstein clarified that theaters and auditoriums currently are on the uses list as permitted uses, but this could be changed to require they return for a CUP. The rationale was that impacts of auditoriums usually do not require specialized conditions of approval. If the Commission wishes to change this it can, but right now those uses listed are permitted uses. Commissioner Brown referred to the senior care/assisted living being permitted because the EIR said this was not advisable given the heightened sensitivity, and he asked why this was permitted. Mr. Weinstein stated there is a diverse set of uses on the chart, and the specific rationale for this was focused on minimizing traffic impacts of the area. Also, the EIR identifies mitigation measures to address site-specific issues for senior facilities. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Jennifer Murillo, Costco, thanked the Commission and staff for making time for the project, availed herself to questions as to their intentions and restated their commitment to the community and to the project. She spoke of the area as one of the top performing in the country and said it makes sense to add another warehouse in Pleasanton. This Costco will add 250 new jobs with great wages and benefits, generate millions in tax revenue to the City, provide funding for traffic improvements, re -purpose the industrial site encouraging economic revitalization, reduce miles traveled for residents, and keep sales tax in the City. She spoke of Costco's outreach and hosts to open houses and is committed to the community. They intend to purchase the property and thanked the City for the opportunity to expand in Pleasanton. Vice Chair Nagler asked if Costco is acceptable to the fact that the warehouse could be built but not begin operations until the entire traffic mitigation effort is complete. Ms. Murillo said they understand the situation and said they are not going to build the building and would most likely delay construction until traffic improvements are completed. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, October 11, 2017 Page 5 of 13