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County, Livermore, and Pleasanton. A team of consultants produced a wealth of data on the viability of agricultural land, vineyard cultivation, and wine production. The consultant's recommendations are contained in a series of technical studies and a draft plan. Following much controversy among land owners and other interested parties, Supervisor Campbell, the chair of the Steering Committee, directed staff to summarize the technical data generated into a succinct Concept Plan which could be incorporated into the Alameda County General Plan. The resulting Concept Plan is a collaborative effort among the staffs of Alameda County, and the Cities of Livermore and Pleasanton. The concept plan was reviewed twice by the Steering committee and representative citizens and is now being referred to the Pleasanton City Council for review, revision, and approval. Ultimately, the Plan will be reviewed and approved by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors as a special section of the upcoming County General Plan. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Concept Plan is described in the attached seven page document and accompanying maps. The purpose of the Plan is to protect agricultural and viticultural activities in the area, enhance the economics of grape growing and wine making, and promote the area as a unique and historic wine growing region. Similar objectives are contained in Pleasanton's General Plan for that portion of the Study Area which lies within Pleasanton's Planning Area. Many of the features of the Plan do not affect Pleasanton directly because 95% of the area lies outside Pleasanton's Sphere-of-Influence. However, the approach taken by the Plan to establish zoning, collect fees, and promote wine production potentially will affect the entire Tri-Valley economy and, consequently, deserves Pleasanton's approval or rebuttal. Major features of the Plan are as follows. Zoninq: The base zoning for the area will remain as is - generally 100 acre minimum parcel size. The ultimate development capacity is then determined based on the soil capability for vineyards, slope, location, and other constraints. Cultivable Land: Lands suitable for growing grapes (approximately 7,000 acres) may be subdivided to permit 1 home per 40 acres. To encourage development of and preservation of vineyards, an additional home may be built on a parcel if vineyards are planted and 90% of the land is dedicated to viticulture. Wineries and bed-and-breakfast establishments would also be permitted as appropriate. SR:91:30 -3-