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that, as in this application, the noise had to be enclosed and that only acoustic music would be allowed outside. She believed this would be a good addition to the over 30 wineries in the South Livermore Valley. Mike Madden, 1355 Galanti Court, spoke in support of this item and believed the Wente family's involvement would be an asset to this project. He believed any noise from this event center would be more indicative of a vital community, and he would not object to it. Gazy Maceli, 1569 Via di Salerno, spoke in support of this item and added that he had not been bothered by any noise from the Palm Event Center. He believed the revenue brought in to the City by this project would be very helpful. He believed this use would be very beneficial to the azea. Joe Sasek, 1809 Spumante Place, spoke in support of this item and added that he owned the Wine Steward store downtown. He noted the applicant's ability to make a business work and believed this center would benefit the community. Dominic Scotto, 2439 Pomino Way, spoke in support of this item and added that his family has been in the winery business for 30 yeazs. He noted that the event center would be vital to the economic success of the vineyards. David Perry, 3504 Mercato Court, spoke in support of this item. He noted that the applicant was well-known and respected within the Ruby Hill community and had been a very considerate neighbor. He had requested the opportunity to present his project to the community, which was well-attended. He noted that there was a small group of people who objected to the project for a vaziety of reasons and that Mr. Callahan met with them to accommodate them the best he could and still make this a practical business venture. He believed the project was generally welcomed by the community. Arpad Nagy, 2001 Ruby Hill Blvd., spoke in support of this item and believed that the proposed project would add to the quality of the community. Laura Corthell Wu, 1907 Zenato Place, described the process whereby the Tri-Valley Conservancy was funded. She believed that the applicant was a good neighbor and person and that the event center would be a good idea. She was concerned about the proximity to Ruby Hill, when combined with the other three event centers in the immediate azea. She believed the entire length of Vineyazd Avenue should be considered with respect to traffic rather than looking at it piecemeal. She asked the Commission to think about the quality of life for the residents in Ruby Hill and suggested that the applicant operate just a winery without the event center. Jack Sum, 708 Avio Court, spoke in support of this item and believed the applicant's spirit of cooperation with the residents has been admirable. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES October 25, 2006 Page 6 of 21