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Mark Stoklosa, 480 St. John Street, is the project architect. He agrees with the recommendations of staff. Mr. Stoklosa advised that there are better alternatives for sound- proofing wall than the method suggested by staff. Mr. Iserson stated any alternative would be accepted if it adequately meet the 45-50 STC rating. Todd Fujinaga, represented the owners of the Vintage Hills Shopping Center, who supports this application. He took exception to the comment that the Center was abandoning the concept of a neighborhood grocery shopping center. They are seeking to have a grocery store in this Center. In response to Commissioner McGuirk, the applicant noted that the conditions of approval are acceptable. Commissioner Barker felt the change in hours was restrictive and a 5 a.m. opening time would be acceptable to her. Mr. Fujinaga also would like to have the earlier opening hours. Brian Hammer, 3997 Garden Highway, Sacramento, would like the earlier hour flexibility, however, the applicants would go along with staff's suggestions in order to assure approval. If staff would change to 5 a.m. that would be agreeable. He also noted that he would not have a problem with keeping the front door closed to mitigate the noise. Paul Sethy, 3515A Bernal Avenue, is part of the management group managing the development across the street, and they strongly favor the inclusion of a market in the shopping center. The residents of the townhomes also strongly favored the new fitness center. Mr. Sethy feels 5 a.m. would be a more appropriate opening time and would also favor extending the hours to midnight. PUBLIC BEARING WAS CLOSED Commissioner Hovingh commented he was disappointed a grocery store has never made a success in this location, but with the increase in traffic, one may become successful. Commissioner Wright noted that the applicants can submit additional hours for approval by the Planning Director, as stated in Condition 6. He also noted that Condition 14 should delete the words "emergency exits" and amend the condition to read "all doors..." Commissioner McGuirk feels the hours should remain as stated, and the applicants have the option to revise them at a later date. Commissioner Barker feels 5 a.m. is a better start time for those who have to commute to work and would also give the applicants more opportunity for success. She would also agree to a 9 p.m. closing for Saturday and Sunday. Planning Commission Minutes Page 8 August 9, 1995 -- .