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is inconsistent with the adopted policies. If that is the case, however, why should Council take action at all? It would be revoked by operation of law. The word "may" was inserted to give Council some discretion. Mr. Tarver believed that if the expansion were inconsistent with the circulation element, then it should be revoked but the Council may take action to reinstate it. In effect, it takes an action of Council to override an inconsistency with the circulation element. He felt that was appropriate. Mr. Gibney was concemed about an automatic revocation because of the lack of guidance as to whether there really is an inconsistency. He felt is was appropriate to have an agenda item for review of the circumstances before making a determination. Mr. Pico suggested the condition be worded in a more positive manner so that Council would be required to take a vote to determine whether Stoneridge Mall expansion is consistent with the General Plan. That action would then be subject to referendum if the citizens disagree. Mr. Gibney suggested the finding could be in the form of an amendment to the Development Agreement, which requires an ordinance, and that would make it a clear legislative action subject to referendum. Mr. Pico expressed his appreciation for Taubman's willingness to work with the City and the citizens on this situation. Jeff Brinton, representative of Wells Fargo, urged Council to adopt the Planning Commission and staff recommendations regarding the Development Agreement, Reimbursement Agreement and Development Deferment Agreement. He believed it was very important to have a coordinated reimbursement agreement for the two largest land owners in the area and agreed with the current proposal. It is also important to update the reimbursement agreement to reflect the changes over the years. The positive benefits to the City for the modifications is that the City gets additional park fees of $60,000 and Wells is extending is obligations under the agreement for another five years. On the other hand, if the amendments are not granted, Wells Fargo would have to develop sooner than desired in order not to lose its entitlements. He asked Council to support the staff recommendations. Tom Gill, 4540 Muirwood Drive, indicated he is an alternate member of the West Las Positas Interchange study committee. He could not speak for the committee, but felt that the new language for the Stoneridge Mall Development Agreement was good and would give the committee more flexibility and latitude as it moves into a critical stage. He then explained the situation of traffic on Muirwood Drive and urged Council to have some sensitivity to this area. It currently has 50 % more traffic than it should pursuant to the Circulation Element. Over the last three years, he has attended numerous meetings and sent numerous letters regarding his Pleasanton City Council 12/09/97 Minutes 11