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,- Foothill Road. Ted Tully, 10 Foothill Road, said he has a big problem with putting townhomes on the proposed site and feels there must be another way to achieve affordable housing. He said he is appalled to hear that the open space may not remain as it is. He urged the Commission to carefully consider their decisions. Becky Dennis, 838 Grey Fox Circle, represented the Preserve Area Ridgelands Committee. She read a letter from the Board of Directors and presented a copy to the Recording Secretary. The summary of the letter stated that to meet the requirements of CEQA, a full EIR should be prepared. A Negative Declaration is inadequate. There is no opportunity for public review of the nine reports listed in the Negative Declaration. Frank Lane, 5456 Foothill Road, stated that he agreed with the applicant in his request for the use of stucco as a building material and that it is fire retardant. He is concerned about the easement road to the South. He is also concerned that putting a limit of 4,500 sq. ft. on a house may not solve the problem inasmuch as it still may not be appropriate for the size of the lot. He is concerned that he may not be able to access his property with a 40 ft. hay truck should the road be changed. He indicated he was pleased that the developer has taken time to meet with the neighbors. Marty Grice, 5470 Foothill Road, said she appreciated the Moller family getting input from the surrounding neighbors. She said she has no problems with the project, but does have concerns about the hiking trails. It appears that one trail ends at her property. She is also concerned about getting a hay truck to her property and how the proposed project will affect her horse and cattle business. Mr. MacDonald returned to the podium. He assured Mr. Lane and Ms. Grice they would properly widen the road to accommodate a hay truck. In regard to concerns about nearby hiking trails, he felt that high fences may have to be installed in some areas. He noted that much care will have to be taken in connecting trails to the Garms and Presley properties so as to protect nearby homes from intrusion. Mr. MacDonald said he was taken by surprise by Ms. Dennis' remarks as the Ridgeland Committee was given copies of the technical studies. He indicated he would visit with them regarding their concerns. Chairman Mahern asked about the concrete and debris dumped into the quarry that Ms. Claypool had mentioned at the previous DRB meeting. Mr. MacDonald said this is being investigated further. MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 13, 1991 PAGE 11 " .