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Minutes Planning Commissio; 11/28/84 The public hearing was opened. Earl Augusta, 713 Camelia Ct., Ripon, indicated he has no objection to the proposal, but felt the entire area should be looked at before this project is completely approved. A general plan amendment is being discussed that will effect the entire neighborhood and it could change the integrity completely. He had traffic concerns of not just this project but others which would be built as well. He is not sure this issue has been addressed adequately. He asked that the Commission hold off their decision until the Del Valle Parkway issue has been resolved and the entire area reviewed. Brent Wilcox (parents live at 3998 Stanley Boulevard), stated they own property across from the Bottini and Augusta property. They appreciate Mr. Spiliotopoulos coming around and talking to the neighbors. They do not have any general objections to the proposal except for the density of 39 units with 87 parking spaces. If this is the first of a string of condominiums on this street, they do have strong objections. They wish to have the existing nature of the residential area retained. He did not see a need for a 42' right-of-way along with a sidewalk and bike path. He didn't under stand what the extra two feet were for. He felt this would strip existing yards of property. Mr. Okamura indicated that when there is a bike lane in the street, sidewalks can be less than 10'. According to City staff the precise plan has been in effect since 1966 but nothing has shown the actual laning. This can be studied before the next meeting. Commissioner Innes felt the concerns expressed relate to this being the start of something bigger and density is too much. Mr. Wilcox indicated this is correct and that traffic would be okay if this is the only project approved. If the staff doesn't see any problems with the density, Mr. Wilcox indicated that the neighbors do not have a concern with it either. Dave Peterson, 4013 Stanley Boulevard, confirmed that he did not wish to be a part of the zoning change at the current time. He is against dedication of the properties. His wire fence, walnut trees as well as the ever green tree in the front would have to be totally removed. Further, he desired to have a retaining wall next to the Auf der Maur property. He indicated that the Jones and Westfalls do not want their properties part of these applications either. He indicated he is not afraid of progress but desires to retain the current environment of the neighborhood as long as possible. He then explained on the map the location of his property and his access. Ms. Bianchi, mother of Mary Spetti, owner of 4120 Stanley Boulevard (one half way to Main Street) did not object to the project felt one of the problems is getting the money together to construct the connection between Valley Avenue and Bernal on the east and felt emphasis should be put on that. She felt the Del Valle Parkway is badly designed and probably shouldn't take place. - 11 - _ -ir