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461 item 9e Resolution Making Application to LAFCO for Annexation No. 129, Located on the East End of Bernal Avenue (Bonde Ranch) Mr. Elliott presented his report (SR 89:10) dated January 3, 1989, regarding this matter. Mayor Mercer declared the public hearing open on the item. Mr. Mike Faber, 833 Abbie Street, stated that the City has worked favorably with the residents in the Pleasanton Heights area regarding improvements and development in the eastern portion of the city over the past years. They are concerned now about the annexation process and future development. Today the property is under the protection of the Williamson Act and zoned Agricultural District, 1 dwelling unit per 100 acres. He asked if it is the intent of the City for the property to be rezoned under the General Plan. Mayor Mercer stated that at this point the Council is not looking at any specific project, it is Council's contention that this property should be under the purview of the City, not the County. Mr. Faber stated the Williamson Act on this property has nine years before expiring, unless there is a cancellation requested. The residents in this area are concerned about any early cancellation and will challenge any plan of the City for early cancellation. He concluded by stated the Pleasanton Heights property owners are willing to work with the City to make a good plan happen. They want to keep the rural open atmosphere. Mr. Gene Pons, 832 Abbie Street, President of the Pleasanton Heights Homeowners Association, stated he is not impressed with the present development occurring in the eastern hills; roads are dividing the hills; oak trees are being removed; and a lot of earth movement. He feels that as soon as the property is annexed, there will be development. He urged Council to preserve the beauty of the eastern hills of Pleasanton. Mrs. Charlotte Severin, 4515 Mirador Drive, stated she is not speaking against the annexation, but is concerned about where this annexation is leading. She is concerned about this property being taken out of the Williamson Act. She is concerned about the impacts of a major development on the infrastructure and the impact on schools. She urged Council to carefully consider these issues. Mr. Roy Neet, 4500 Mirador Drive, stated he is not against annexation but feels growth should be regulated. He cited the development at the back of Kottinger Drive as spoiling the hillside; he did not want this to happen to the Bonde property. Any development of that property should be researched carefully. Mr. Wally Decker, 763 Bonde Court, stated he has lived on Bonde Court for many years and the Bonde's have been good neighbors. He respects their rights to do what they want to with the property. Having been on the General Plan Committee and - 12 - 1-3-89