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499 nine years. He stated this is a rare opportunity to hold some property in open space and not have development at this time. Mr. Mike Faber, 833 Abbie Street, representing Pleasanton Heights Homeowners, stated he supports staff recommendations. He wanted to make sure the Williamson Act is not cancelled early. He stated that when it was first discussed the Bernal Avenue was going through the residents had some concerns. They worked with staff and felt the problems were resolved. He advised there are huge dirt depositories and the area has not been hydro-seeded as they were told it would be. He stated the grading is not where it was shown to be on the plan. He requested that a view easement be entered into to protect the residents in the area. Mr. Elliott advised that the area that has the most dirt fill is not acceptable and will be taken care of. He stated that as soon as the grading is completed the area will be hydro-seeded. He stated the street lighting problem will also be taken care of. Mayor Mercer instructed staff to look into selling or giving away the excess dirt. Mr. Swift stated the view easement could be considered at the time a project is developed. Mr. Joe Fischer, 611 Windmill Lane, stated he concurs with the land remaining Agricultural District and in the Williamson Act until its expiration. He stated the City cannot be sure at this time what the traffic flow in this area will be; he requested that there be no more development until this can be determined. Mrs. Charlotte Severin, 4513 Mirador Drive, representing the Board of Directors for the Pleasanton Heights Homeowners Association, stated she supports the prezoning to Agricultural District. She urged the property to remain in the Williamson Act until it expires. She expressed concern for the kind of hillside development that is currently going on; there is massive grading such as in flat land rather than being sensitive to the hills. She stated the pads are laid with loose earth. She .urged that the hills be preserved and to keep the beauty of this area. Mr. Gary Mansfield, 659 Windmill, stated there are only a limited number of hillsides left and they are worth preserving. Ms. Sarah Hollister, 875 Abbie Street, a member of the Board of Directors for the Pleasanton Heights Homeowners Association, urged Council to look ahead and preserve the open space. She felt the General Plan should be re-evaluated. With regard to the excessive dirt problems, she felt this would create drainage problems also. She asked that the neighbors be kept informed as to what is going on in the area. She stated she supports the Agricultural prezoning for this parcel. - 21 - 2-21-89