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Mr. Cooper requested studies to identify areas that were key for all wildlife habitat and recreational areas. He wanted to protect the intent of the Open Space Committee to protect the Arroyo as a potential wildlife habitat. There was the possibility of an equestrian center on the Sportorno property. He would support a policy that would help facilitate the development of a wildlife or equestrian area. ' Ms. Michelotti asked about the specific designations on the Busch property. She asked how that came about because this is a General Plan and questioned why the recommendation was so specific. Mr. Cooper stated that the developer came to them with a specific proposal as to what could happen on that property. A presentation was made and the Committee began working from that. The modifications regarding density were applied to that proposal. Ms. Michelotti questioned why this was not addressed by any subcommittee even though the number of units were reduced. Mr. Cooper said the Steering Committee and staff to do an analysis of the remaining undeveloped areas that were not in specific areas and developing an infill policy. It was a logical place to plan some type of development. Don Temple, 6409 Alisal, related incidents involving deer. He would like to see a deer crossing sign put up at the cemetery and felt that this area is still a rural community with wild life. He commented that Pleasanton does not need what San Francisco wants to bring to the community. He didn't feel the San Francisco property could be planned as pan of the growth, since it is still up in the air as to what will happen. South Pleasanton could be the same thing since it is unincorporated. He felt that the General Plan is not a "no growth plan". He suggested that the planners be given an opportunity to bring to Council what has been done at this point for review. David Glenn, 5650 Foothill Road, was a member of the Land Use subcommittee. He supports the recommendations of the Steering Committee because they reflect the subcommittee' s conclusions. He felt the uncertainty of the future waste water storage capacity and traffic gridlock are major factors. Air pollution level is an on-going problem. These are problems and the Council should proceed with caution. During the 1980's Pleasanton was one of the fastest growing cities in the state but to continue this level of growth would be irresponsible. Mayor Tarver summarized his concerns: 1) the West Las Positas interchange analysis should be included in the environmental work; 2) have details on downtown even though there may be another committee that makes the ultimate recommendation and what that might lead to in terms of options; 3) the school site issues that were brought up need to be addressed in terms of Del Prado and other school sites; even though not within Council's jurisdiction, they should be discussed because there are aspects of the General Plan that have been there for a long time regarding neighborhood community schools; 4) on the detachment issue, he did not want to 09/05/95 -26-