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t Commissioner Blank noted he wanted to ensure that the issue of the pedestrian bridge was included in the EIR. Mr. Rasmussen noted a request for an environmental analysis of a possible pedestrian crossing maybe suggested at this meeting or submitted in writing within the next month. Commissioner Blank suggested that the EIR contemplate the possibility of a series of pedestrian bridges throughout the Specific Plan azea east of I-680, particularly to protect young pedestrians. Commissioner Maas agreed with Commissioner Blank's suggestion A discussion of the pedestrian bridge possibilities ensued. Mr. Grubstick pointed out the temporazy signal at the entrance to the western parcel on the overhead screen and noted that it accommodated motorists leaving the Windsor development across the street. When the second Bernal Avenue bridge is built, that intersection will be enlarged, and there will be a new signal to accommodate the new intersection. In addition, there will be a signalized intersection near the cloverleaf off-ramp from the freeway, near the possible Pazk-and-Ride lot. Commissioner Fox noted that with respect to "Aesthetics and Visual Resources" on page 37, two types of vantage points were described (4 and 5) along Bernal Avenue. She would like to see a new vantage point between 4 and 5 looking toward the Ridge. She would also like to see the backdrop of the lights against the Ridge. Commissioner Fox commented that the lighted sports fields along I-680 could be blinding from a certain area and inquired whether for aesthetics, visual resources, and safety, aworst-case scenario could be examined to ensure there were no traffic hazards created on I-680 before the trees grow in. With respect to noise (Item J), Commissioner Fox expressed concern about the ramifications of the word "stadium" and the implication of more intense crowd noise. She would like a more precise definition of a stadium with respect to projected seating capacity and would like more discussion with respect to the amphitheatre and the noise generated by a capacity crowd, particularly with respect to the Noise Element of the General Plan. Commissioner Maas noted that the noise reading could dictate the size of the seating azea. Commissioner Fox noted that the sports field maintenance may cause the lighted sports fields to be lit in the early morning hours. She would like clazification regarding the specific hours. ~. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 22, 2006 Page 7 of 21