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Ms. Mohr stated the language specifically says vineyards, but the Fertile Crescent study also indicated orchard usage. Ms. Dennis asked if Council would entertain more viticultural related uses to the future study for this area, such as wineries, bed and breakfast inns, restaurants, etc. Ms. Mohr was concerned that traffic for restaurants was more intense than for wineries or bed and breakfast. Ms. Dennis felt wineries and restaurants often are associated uses. Mr. Rasmussen indicated the possibility of a two acre commercial site was reviewed, which would include a restaurant. One was proposed at the western end of the Hahner property at the entrance to the South Livermore Valley Area and was later proposed to be located farther to the east. The Committee also considered a winery with a tasting room that would support the area and act as an architectural focal point for an entry into the Valley. The appearance of the Vineyard Corridor area has been at the top of the considerations at all times. Subalternative 7 stressed architectural design and that the homes be typical of what is seen in wine country areas, i.e., European designs and more elaborate landscaping along the streets, formal landscaping at intersections, etc. Ms. Dennis appreciated what design can do to make residential development look good, is supportive of the Steering Committee recommendations but would like to get additional opportunities for the area for viticultural/agricultural-compatible uses for those properties. Mr. Tarvet felt it was necessary for the Council to give more guidance in terms of densities and what is desired out there. He did not want to cause property owners to invest money on the expectation they will get a larger number of units. Ms. Dennis felt there were opportunities for the area that should be considered and not just look at residential units. Ms. Michelotti referred to the statement of Mary King about *ignoring the elephant that is sitting in the middle of the room." She felt Council was ignoring the Ruby Hill development. The Vineyard Corridor was in between a major development with vineyards and the edge of the urban development. There may be consideration of something resembling the Ruby Hill type of development and the farther down the Corridor could be more open space. The Steering Committee recommendation was to put the roadway along the arroyo and that appears to be driving up the cost of the infrastructure. Ms. Dennis was not certain she supported relocating the road if it drives the cost of infrastructure up. 07/01/96 -22-