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213 City has no precise plan for the widening of Main Street. He feels the building belongs on the sidewalk. He noted that no two blocks on Main Street are the same width. He stated that downtown Pleasanton has charm and that should be retained; he feels his building will enhance the downtown area. He reviewed the parking available to this building, and stated he is willing to enter into an in lieu parking agreement to participate in a parking district that may be established in the downtown in the future. Mr. John Stanley, 4149 Rennellwood Way, stated he is in favor of this project, and in light of economic studies is impressed with the enthusiam of Mr. Hirst for the downtown area. Mr. A1 Bronzini, 719 Main Street, and President of the Pleasanton Downtown Association, stated the Board voted unanimously on August 22nd in support of this project. He advised that the Round-Up (former use of the property) has been an eyesore to the downtown area for many years. This is an incredible opportunity to turn this bad corner into a nice project. He urged Council to approve the development. Ms. Joyce Getty, owner of 500 Main Street, stated she does not think the seven foot dedication is important. She felt the developer's action offering to enter into an in-lieu parking agreement that will involve a lot of money shows he is going out of his way to provide a viable building for the downtown area. Mr. Gene Finch, 649 Main Street, stated he supports the project; it is a viable and good project and creates heritage and ambiance to the downtown. He stated he has been a businessman for twenty-two years and has seen buildings come and go; Pleasanton needs businesses to sustain the downtown. He urged Council to support the project as it is vital to the community. Ms. Judy Mayhew, 610 Main Street, stated the seven foot setback should not present a problem; the greater concern comes from a safety and traffic flow standpoint and the setback will not affect that issue. She stated that as far as parking, if the downtown had money to go into a parking structure, this matter would be resolved. She felt this project deserves approval. Ms. Kaye Wellman, 7898 Flagstone Drive, read her letter that she sent to Planning Commission, underscoring that mix is very important in creating a downtown with more interest. She stated this project will preserve the heritage of the downtown; she urged Council to approve the development. No one in the audience spoke in opposition to the item. There being no further testimony, Mayor Mercer declared the public hearing closed on the appeal and on the negative declaration. - 13 - 10-4-88