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Minutes Planning Commission July 24, 1985 stated that it was a personal situation concerning time commitments, etc. Bill Christianson, 7979 Hillsboro Court, President, Stoneridge Homeowners Association, spoke in favor of the project. GEF Financial has worked more closely with the homeowners of the area than any other group of people. They have been most receptive to the concerns of the neighborhood and have completely redesigned the project to address those concerns. He urged the Planning Commission to recommend approval of this project. Commissioner Wellman asked how many homeowners worked with Mr. Christiansen concerning this project. Mr. Christiansen explained there were only four or five people in attendance at the meeting when the matter was discussed with everyone in the neighborhood and around him. The public hearing was opened. Chairman Wilson asked if the Fire Department had reviewed the plans on the four story-building. Mr. Quaglia said they have and required a 12-20' fire access around the building and access to all windows with a ladder. Commissioner Innes stated that he has met with the applicant on the original design and the applicant has done everything everyone commented on. He hoped that the applicant would understand his vote. There is also a senior citizens complex proposed in the downtown area. He felt this proposal is better than those he has seen in Walnut Creek and Concord, but, withregard to medical care facilities and other amenities for aged people, he felt these matters should be commented on by the Human Services Commission prior to Planning Commission consideration. He then made a motion to continue this matter and refer this matter back to the Human Services Commission. Commissioner Lindsey seconded this motion. Chairman Wilson asked when the Human Services Commission would next meet. Mr. Swift stated he did not know the dates of their meetings. Keith Fraser, attorney, representing the applicant, suggested that since this matter is referred to City Council it be conditioned upon getting a report from the Human Services Commission so that the City Council has such a report before them. His clients are very anxious to get started on this project. Commissioner Wellman appreciated input from the Human Services Commission but did not feel it was necessary to delay this project for their decision. Commissioner Hoyt indicated he did not have enough background on retirement facilities. Commissioner Lindsey then withdrew his second to support Commissioner Innes. He felt comfortable with the proposal and the applicant has been very cooperative with the City. He felt comfortable enough that the City Council could incorporate input - 6 -