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Kelly Cousins, resident of Pleasanton, expressed her concerns about the proposed Barone's project. She stated although the project plans were designed well, she does not feel they meet the guidelines or intentions of the City Council as it relates to the DSP. She believes the community space, which has been provided by the existing Barone's property, should be retained for the community. She does not feel the first option for all residential development is appropriate and the second option with the small amount of commercial office space does not meet the density and design parameters as proposed during the DSP task force meetings. Melissa Morgan, resident of Pleasanton, expressed her concerns about the proposed Barone's project. She referenced the existing trees on the current residential property, stating they are not shown in the proposed plans and voiced concern over the need to protect these trees, in some capacity. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Applicant Mark Robson responded to the concerns raised by the individuals who provided public comment. Commissioner Allen asked if zoning would allow a 100-percent commercial project if it met all the other zoning parameters. Ms. Clark confirmed the CC zone would allow an entirely commercial project. Chair Brown stated that he noticed Lots 3, 4, 6, and 7 had a different lay out between project proposals and there was possibly a trail by the Arroyo in the second proposal. He asked for further clarification. Mr. Robson explained Option 2 was a more updated option adjusting setbacks and stated the change would be made to the first proposal as well. Discussion Point #1: Land Use A) Is the project site appropriate for a residential-only or mixed-use development? Commissioner Allen stated she thought the site was appropriate for mixed-use development, with a strong retail presence or potentially commercial use only. She stated the home designs were nice but both projects were primarily residential, which did not serve the community well, nor enhance the Downtown, and were inconsistent with the intent of the zoning. She stated the existing valuable retail commercial footprint should not be lost. Commissioner Gaidos agreed with Commissioner Allen about retaining retail commercial use or mixed use as most appropriate for the space. Commissioner O'Connor concurred, indicating the amount of residential in the proposals was not consistent with what the public wanted, and it seemed as if they did not want any more residential downtown. He stated the Downtown Specific Task Force provided recommendations to preserve the downtown and viability by adding more restaurants and/or retail. He discussed the size of the site at 2.3 acres and suggested commercial only or at least mainly retail. He stated he could agree to residential above retail or a restaurant but commercial should be maintained to be consistent with the desires of the public and Downtown Task Force. Planning Commission Minutes Page 7 of 12 March 24, 2021 resident of Pleasanton, expressed her concerns about the proposed Barone's project. She stated she does not support the designs presented for the project and does not believe they meet the intentions of the DSP. She feels if housing is increased and retail decreased downtown, the less appealing and smaller the downtown will become; she is in support of a replacement eatery for the location, which will also provide jobs for those in the community. Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 of 12 March 24, 2021 consistent for the existing residence to remain. Chair Brown confirmed that the discussion about the ground floor use would be restricted to the restaurant portion of the property. Ms. Clark clarified the active ground floor requirement of the DSP applies to Planning Commission Minutes Page 5 of 12 March 24, 2021