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Discussion ensued between Ms. Tracy, Commissioner Horan, and Chairman Mahern as to whether state officials are addressing the water issues, and whethe other sources such as cloud seeding is available. It was suggested that other states migh be willing to sell water, but that piping it in would be very expensive. Mr. Swift pointed out that the conditions of approval state there m st be adequate water for the project before permits would be granted. Should adequate wa r supplies prove to be unavailable, a freeze on all new projects would take place. He ad ed that a reverse osmosis treatment plant is being considered. He noted that it is not accura to say that this project will automatically be allowed to use water designed for use by V ey residents. Commissioner Michelotti commented that statements on the adequ cy of water sound somewhat contradictory. Mr. Swift clarified that Zone 7 has not mposed any moratoriums nor asked the City to cut down development. The City has been sked to conserve water, but not on an emergency basis. He indicated that Zone 7 is also ooking at a reverse osmosis treatment system. Robert Cordtz, 262 W. Angela, said the voluntary water conserva .on program for Pleasanton has been a disaster. He noted the figures for March w re minus 18 percent. He said the water contract calls for a 5-year periodic review. He said that the contract had not been reviewed and re-negotiated when it should have been in 1987 noting that it should have been reviewed and adjusted for growth and changing conditions. e felt there was not an adequate water supply for the existing residents and for a develop ent the size of Ruby Hills. Mr. Ghielmetti responded to the concerns about insufficient water upplies for the project and stated they are prepared to supply this water. He noted that r. Swift is very knowledgeable about the water situation and suggested that the Co ncil and City officials meet with other cities to see if something can be worked out. He ointed out that other cities are also looking at the marketing of water, some to buy and some 0 sell. He further noted that the subject is much too complex to try and work out tonight. Commissioners Hovingh and Michelotti further discussed the reve e osmosis system with the applicant. The applicant noted that reverse osmosis could provide about 25 % of the project water. Commissioner Michelotti discussed possible park areas with the a licant. The applicant said they have had a number of meetings with Dolores Bengtson d Brian Swift on this matter and will continue to work with them. Commissioner Mic elotti also expressed concern about grading and cuts on the project site and hopes the a plicant will work closely with staff on this issue. Minutes Planning Commission January 8, 1992 Page 4