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With our Green Building Ordinance and the adoption of an Energy Plan, the City of Pleasanton has made a policy decision to be a leader in green building and sustainable energy use. This first station has become a demonstration project, and one that sets an example for the private sector. For us to not meet our goals based on arbitrary budget constraints without looking at the long term benefits would be short-sighted, a failure of our commitment and of the example we wish others to follow. It would also be poor public policy not to examine the total benefits of the green building approach if the results are higher operating costs that would be borne by the taxpayers of Pleasanton. Thaiilc you for your consideration of this matter." Staff believed that the architect had done a tine job with the project, and designed it in accordance with the Commission's direction as well as the neighborhood's input. Staff recommended approval of this project in accordance with the staff report- In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Kemeny Kerry Burns, Fire Administration Manager, noted that the City of Pleasanton would pay for the capital improvements. She believed that the $3.2 million should be sufficient to cover the entire cost of the project, including the Silver LEEDTM rating. She noted that the design phase would have a Silver rating as the goal, and described the bidding process. If the contract budget were off by an order of magnitude, they would approach City Council with the updated results and increased budget needs; the City Council would make the policy decision with respect to the cost/benefit analysis of the Silver LEEDTM goal. A discussion of the cost analysis process ensued. Ms_ Burns noted that because they were aiming for a Silver LEEDTM rating, they wouldn't have to return to the Commission in any event- Ms_ Nerland noted that Section II of the Green Building Ordinance stated that "City buildings shall be encouraged to achieve a Silver rating, and are encouraged to incorporate renewable energy technology." Commissioner Maas suggested that a public art piece or bench be explored for the new fire station in remembrance of "9-1 1 ." In response to an inquiry by Chairperson Arkin, Mr_ Kirk Van Cleeve described the landscaping by the wrought iron fence surrounding the secured firefighter parking area. In response to an. inquiry by Commissioner Maas> Mr_ Van Cleeve stated that the workout room would have a separate ventilation system. Commissioner Maas noted that the design was excellent. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 12, 2003 Page 16