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c . .. i a reduction in the front setback because it would allow his plan to develop an attractive . streetscape along New Cities' portion of "An Street. Roger Manning, 1300 Happy Valley Road, Pleasanton, commented that the community was very fortunate to have Greenbriar proposing this project. He stated that he has been involved in the NSSP since 1984. He noted that construction of "A" Street is very important because it would allow the parcels to the east to be developed by other funding developers and would allow the construction to begin on the golf course. Mr. Manning commented that the golf course does not need the new road, but the neighbors in the Happy Valley area would like to have it completed because it would reduce traffic in their area. Mr. Manning stated that he is also in support of Greenbriar's request for a reduction in the front setback. He asked the Commission to approve the original plan relating to "A" Street along with staff's recommendation on the Finance Plan with regard to Street "A." Gwen Locke, 982 Sycamore Road, Pleasanton, stated that she lives on the eastern part of the proposed development. She stated that the Greenbriar staff has been very courteous and accommodating. She agreed that the development would provide beautiful homes, but that she will be "losing everything", including her rural way of life, her privacy, and her animals. She further noted that the only view that she would retain would be from the second story of her home. Ms. Locke also stressed that she very much wants to keep her Sycamore Road address. She also pointed out that she and the Kass' have deeded access to Sycamore Road and under the new proposal two roads will be crossing their private access roads. . Al Spotorno, Spotorno Ranch, Pleasanton, stated that he lives directly behind the proposed development. He noted that he does not agree with the financial plan of the proposal relating to the construction of "A" Street and does not believe he should have any obligation to pay for travel lanes through the proposed development. Ann Greene, 386 Sycamore Road, Pleasanton, stated that the proposed road is dangerous because it creates a blind curve at her driveway and changes the whole character of the neighborhood. She noted that the City has "taken" land from property owners on Vineyard Avenue in order to remove dangerous curves. She, therefore, cannot understand why the City would authorize construction of a dangerous road. She urged the Commission to leave Sycamore Road in its present state in order to maintain the rural enviromnent and to preserve safety. Shelley Cartier, 4444 - 1st Street, Pleasanton, stated that she grew up on Sycamore Road. Although she currently lives in downtown Pleasanton, she is part of the family who owns the property at 982 Sycamore Road. She is interested in maintaining the rural enviromnent. Her biggest concern with the development is "A" Street and noted that everyone wants it in a different place. She suggests the "A" Street be completely excluded from the plan and that Sycamore Road be preserved in its current condition. She further recommended that the Page 12 November 19, 1997 . Planning Commission Minutes