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Ms. Dennis believed the project is attractive in general. It is generally accepted in the neighborhood, however she is concerned about development of the trail, the park and access across the arroyo. In order for her to look favorably at the project, it must have the public access to the arroyo. She suggested the creek bank be sprinklered for fire abatement. She agreed the project is not perfect, but to change it much would require a total redesign. She did not feel that was warranted. The project cannot be built before the final map is approved and if the Fish and Game Department has not given its approval, that could be the trigger that the project must start over. If the amenity is not available after all the exceptions about the frontage road and public access, then she would prefer to start over with a different project. Mr. Roush recommended that any condition relative to the trail and access be placed at the tentative map stage. Ms. Michelotti indicated her desire to make sure there was opportunity to work out a compromise and not have the City standards so high that Fish and Game would be opposed. Ms. Dennis believed a trail can be designed to satisfy Fish and Game, but it is still necessary to comply with the City's responsibilities to the public. Ms. Michelotti liked the design and did not believe it necessary to require single story units. Mr. Pico was concerned that staff had taken a strong position recommending denial of this project. Its comments about the sensitivity of the site and the need to maintain City standards, made it was difficult for him to overlook staff's position. He was concerned about the density of the project, the maintenance of the arroyo and park by the homeowners association, the proximity of the houses to the creek bank. He preferred mixing single-story units in the project. He believed this project was not perfect but was significantly better than the existing use. It is a good example of in-fill projects. It is good for downtown and supports the pedestrian orientation that is preferred. He also liked the arroyo access, however he preferred a bridge that can be used by bicycles. He believed the stepping stones would not be suitable because there is a bike path on the other side. He wanted conditions linked to the tentative map. He liked the architecture of the project and felt it blended well with the area. While he did not like to overrule a strong recommendation from staff, he felt that this was a project that he could support. It was moved by Ms. Mohr, seconded by Ms. Dennis, to adopt Resolution No. 95-18, approving the negative declaration for the application. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councihnembers - Dennis, Michelotti, Mohr, Pico, and Mayor Tarver NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 02/07/95 - 19-