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Secretary Harris stated that the Commission should consider the residen- tial allocation ordinance and the element this evening. Also, letters from Mr. Ted Fairfield of MacKay & Somps, William Lyon Co., the Chamber of Commerce Industrial Committee and the Housing Authority Board were presented for their review. For the people in the audience, Chairman Butler explained the whole re- view procedure the Planning Commission would undertake. Secretary Harris summarized the staff's position in preparing a negative declaration for the project, that being that the Residential Allocation Program is proposing growth at the E/0 Growth Rate Requirement from the State Department of Finance. Mr. Fairfield's letter is in opposition to the Plan. The Chamber of Commerce Industrial Committee has some particular points with regard to certain aspects of the Plan. The William Lyon letter is not in agreement with the Plan, but the letter from the Housing Authority favors it. The Public Hearing was opened. Mr. Jack Bras, Chairman of the Chamber Industrial Committee, spoke. He presented a letter. He explained the functions of the Industrial Com- mittee and its composition, and his comments would reflect those of the Committee's. He summarized the letter, explaining that since there is an existing 1972 sewer agreement, there will no doubt be some court tests of the Plan. The Committee feels the immediate result would discourage smaller builders. He had serious doubts of the City's ability to enforce the Program without inviting litigation. He felt there is sufficient City codes and standards to be used as enforcement measures. The Com- mittee's recommendation is that any growth management program be reviewed in light of these shortcomings. Mr. Fred Falender, one of the signatories to the 1972 agreement, spoke next. He indicated he felt his company deserved priority. They have been waiting five years for sewer permits. He felt that the point allo- cation system for those who can contribute additional dollars to the City is very unfair to the smaller developer like himself and some others. He thought the entire Residential Allocation Plan should not be needed at this time. Growth is controlled by lack of sewers already. There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed. Review of negative declaration of the Residential Allocation Plan Commissioner Jamieson asked if this negative declaration is approved, will a negative declaration be necessary on any other property within the RAP area? Secretary Harris replied that each project would require an environmental assessment. Chairman Butler asked Mr. Scheidig his interpretation of the comments presented by Mr. Bras pertaining to the economic impact of the Plan under CEQA guidelines. Mr. Schieidg indicated he believes State law says economic considerations are considered but if there are significant envi- -3-