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2. Agriculture - The Bernal Property has historically been maintained in agricultural use. Crops have included hops, alfalfa, oats, com, other seasonal field grains, and flowers. Agricultural use will continue, at least in the near-term, as future site development occurs. Agricultural acreage will gradually be reduced and be replaced by a variety of uses, including primarily open space as defined by native woodlands and meadows. In addition to temporary agricultural use, permanent agriculture is a potentially permitted use. Agriculture would serve symbolic as well as functional purposes, and help to recall the early heritage of Pleasant on. It can also serve as an educational asset. Demonstration planting areas reflecting Pleasanton' s agricultural heritage might be developed such as flowers, orchards, vineyards or hops. Gardening clubs could be provided with areas for the cultivation of flowers. Plots could be made available for local restaurants to grow their own produce. The sale of off-site grown holiday items such as pumpkins, Christmas trees, etc. might also be appropriate. Agricultural uses should generally be restricted to sustainable farming practices. The potential use of pesticides and fertilizers would need to be minimized and carefully managed. Sustainable agriculture would offer numerous educational opportunities to the community and children in particular. Practicing sustainable agriculture based upon natural processes allows for "hands on" lessons in the natural sciences and ecology. 3. Child Care - Child care can be made available through a variety of full-time public and private facilities designed to provide family support while parents are at work. Licensed child care centers, school-age programs and/or full-time preschool programs are all appropriate. 4. Cultural Arts Facilities - One of the primary desired facilities for the Phase II Plan Area is a cultural arts center (CAC). The CAC is envisioned as a major community gathering area, as well as the visual focal point of the Bernal Property, with various cultural and educational facilities for people of all ages. The architecture should be inspiring, creating a visually stimulating landmark. The CAC could consist of multi-functional art classrooms, workrooms, and demonstration studios that might be shared with the Pleasanton Unified School District. In addition, art studios, a public art gallery with gift shop and cafe, administrative office space, and related facilities could be provided. The desired focus of the CAC is an 800 seat sub-regional indoor theatre with rehearsal area, offices and support space. In addition to the indoor facilities might be outdoor class areas, plazas, courtyards, and sculpture gardens. 5. Communitv Vegetable Garden - Community vegetable gardens are most commonly used by apartment and condominium residents who may not have sufficient land area of their own to grow vegetables. A small area of agricultural land could be allocated for use as community garden plots. Administrative Draft, Bernal Property Phase II Specific Plan, October 25, 2005 Page 13