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Mr. John Steinbuch March 23, 1988 Page 3 Method of Site Identification: Primary sources of information collection were internal staff or brokers, about equally. Direct contact with owners of developments were strong factors for four of the companies. Only one company indicated they had used the Chamber of Commerce to obtain information. Company Introduction to Pleasanton:' Most of the companies were initially introduced to Pleasanton by their own initiative. Four companies indicated they were introduced to Pleasanton by brokers. Method of Gatherinc.! Community Information: Most companies chose to gather information either through real estate brokers or through direct contact with park owners. The companies were about equally divided between the above two choices. Only one company mentioned using the City and Chamber of Commerce directly in gathering information. Primary Factors in Selection of Community: Of the three most important reasons for selecting Pleasanton, the most frequent was the cost and availability of space and/or land for present needs and future growth. After that was mentioned, general quality of life and transportation access. The next two most frequent responses were geographic location within the Bay Area and the image of the business parks. Other responses were over a wide range of considerations. Other Important Factors in Selection Process: In answer to our question on factors that effected the relocation decision, geographic ,location within the Bay Area was the number one response. Closely following that was the ready access to transportation corridors. Following that and each receiving equal weight was the potential for growth within the area, the relative low cost of space for the Bay Area, and forward community planning. The next most considered categories were perceived availability ~f labor market and proximity to either clients or suppliers.