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he wanted to ensure the church had the opportunity to use the kitchen for the benefit of the community. He inquired about squirrel nesting and construction protocols. Ms. Hagen referenced codes and best management practices to help potential issues, although it was difficult to control the movements of wild animals. She noted that staff typically worked closely with the construction team to ensure issues were addressed immediately if they came up. Commissioner Morgan asked about the 350 -attendee trigger for requiring special event approval; parking overflow; use of well or City water; and tree removal. Ms. Hagen discussed the 350 -person number, which was chosen since it was above the largest projected congregation size, and parking requirements and use for larger events. She discussed the option to use of well water for landscaping. She presented a visual of the proposed tree removal due to conflict with the driveway and utility infrastructure and poor health. She discussed the undergrounding of utilities between the parking lot and right-of-way. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED Applicant Tim Sbranti thanked staff and the community for their support. He provided a brief introduction to the project. Architect Michael Goldsworthy provided comment and highlighted some of the modifications made based on comments from the Commission during the April 14, 2021 Work Session. Father Niko Bekris expressed gratitude for the opportunity and thanked the Commission Scott Raty provided his support of the project and thanked and complimented staff on the project. He referenced his previously submitted correspondence from the April 14, 2021 Work Session and provided his continued support of the project. Steve Van Dorn, Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, provided his support for the project. Petros Xides provided his support for the project. He stated he felt the church would serve as a permanent home for the culture and faith community. Yianna Theodorou provided her support of the project. She referenced cultural events and the value of service. Tom Wright discussed his church in the community and indicated support for the proposed project. Applicant Guy Houston expressed appreciation for the Planning Commission's discussion of use of the kitchen; and discussed the functioning well to be used for landscaping; trees along Dublin Canyon; and notification and outreach to the neighbors. He discussed the distance of the property to the east from the proposed church. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Commissioner Allen asked about wedding events and referenced Page 8 of 15 which indicated weddings and receptions could go from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. with anticipated attendees of 250. She questioned whether headlights would impact the neighbors. Mr. Houston confirmed that Excerpt: Draft Planning Commission Minutes, July 14, 2021 Page 2 of 4