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381 to see in his yard. He expressed concerns about the setback on Bradley Drive, height of building, and traffic. He stated he would like to see it remain zoned as it is now. Mr. Ed Stanahan, 6034 Allbrook Circle, stated he did not think the property will be developed at ground level, which would create drainage problems. He strongly objected to retail stores and restaurants being open late at night and on weekends. He stated he did not want a higher wall. Pat Evers, 6053 Allbrook Circle, a twenty year resident at this address, expressed concern regarding increased traffic and noise and decreased visibility and late store hours. He felt the rights of older property owners should be considered ahead of new development. Mr. N. Caldwell, 6050 Allbrook Circle, stated he does not want this property changed for more retail; he felt Pactel should look for another location. He expressed concern regarding the height of the buildings. He urged a No vote on this application. Mrs. Fran Stanahan, 6034 Allbrook Circle, stated that nothing has been said about the shopping center on the other side of Hopyard. She stated she has only been here 18 months but feels the north end of Pleasanton is becoming an area of asphalt and concrete with the grass being eliminated. She recommended that the zoning not be changed. Ms. Karen Evers, 6053 Allbrook Circle, expressed concern about the emphasis being on bringing more businesses and money into the City, rather than considering the rights of the residents. She stated that asphalt will raise the temperature of the surrounding area, there will be increased traffic, and air quality will be adversely affected by the proposed development. She urged Council to vote No on this application. Ms. Bautista, 4628 Carson Court, stated she moved here six years ago when there was not much development in north Pleasanton; now it is excessive. She expressed concern about the parking lot lights and the late night operation of businesses. She urged a No vote on this item. Mr. Tom Gillette asked his traffic consultant to address the traffic concerns expressed by the opponents. Mr. Chris Kinzel, TJKM Transportation Consultants, stated he conducted the traffic analysis for this project. He stated his firm has been involved with this site since the initial development with the Meyer Center more than eight years ago, including a layout of all the streets, medians, driveways, etc. At that time the street system was based on a plan which was ultimately approved by the City Council which called for more intense development than is now proposed. The mixed use development which the Meyer Center is now becoming presents a much - 15 - 12-6-88