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<br />so. He noted that the Galaxy Theater used them for several <br />nights during their grand opening without prior approval. <br /> <br />Commissioner Hovingh asked whether it is the custom for the giant <br />balloon to be used in Pleasanton as it is frequently done in <br />Dublin. Mr. Swift indicated that the balloon known as the KKIQ <br />balloon can be used for one day as advertising. <br /> <br />commissioner Mahern said she had some concern about the use of a <br />band and asked how staff felt about this matter. Mr. swift said <br />that staff has no problem with the use of a band. The band would <br />play on only one day, probably a Saturday. <br /> <br />Commissioner Wright felt that a band would disturb more of the <br />neighbors on a Sunday, rather than a Saturday. <br /> <br />Commissioner Horan asked whether the grand opening is for <br />Pleasant Village or for one certain business such as Shell <br />Station. He said he would not want each business to have a grand <br />opening at some point in time. Mr. Swift replied that the grand <br />opening is for the entire complex; however, what could happen is <br />that with every new tenant they could have a grand opening <br />banner. This particular grand opening is slated for the entire <br />complex. Commissioner Horan said he would not favor a similar <br />grand opening for new tenants, but just a sign or something that <br />would attract people into the store from local traffic. <br /> <br />Commissioner McGuirk said he understood that a complex could have <br />up to four grand openings in a year. Mr. Swift agreed this was <br />true, and this included other promotional one-time events such as <br />outdoor displays. This is customary for all shopping centers. <br /> <br />THB PUBLIC BEARING WAS OPBNED. <br /> <br />Steve Thomas, 1321 Mt. View Boulevard, San Jose, represented the <br />application. He said the shopping complex is badly in need of a <br />grand opening. He noted that a number of tenants are present <br />tonight in support of the grand opening, in particular Jean Boehm <br />who is doing the organization of the event. The Shell Station, <br />Baker's Square and Trader Joe's are also taking a big part in the <br />event. He said they are all working to make it a very exciting <br />grand opening, with an auto give-away being the major attraction. <br /> <br />Chairman Mahern asked Mr. Thomas why he felt a spotlight was <br />necessary as the grand opening will only be from 10 am to 10 pm. <br />Mr. Thomas said they plan to spotlight the car; in addition, they <br />are trying to attract as many people as possible. He said the <br />date of the grand opening will be Saturday, March 30. <br /> <br />- <br /> <br />Jean Boehm, 102 Zinfandel, Pleasanton, also represented the <br />application. She further explained how the grand opening will <br /> <br />IIIJRlTBS PIJUOfING COIOIISSIOII FBBRUAJlY 27, 1991 Page 15 <br />