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281 to overload the market; there will be a better market later. He stated that with regard to the Negative Declaration, he felt a focused Environmental Im- pact Report should be required to further address traffic problems and get better information. In light of the above reasons, he urged Council not to approve this project until a later date. Mr. Jerry Lemm, 17 Greens Lane, stated he felt the traffic situation was taken care of by staff. He cited the need for a large banquet room in the local area and other unique facilities that the proposed Harbor View Hotel will offer. He urged adoption of the ordinance approving the project. Mr. Jack Smith, Attorney representing Harbor View Investments, stated that any testimony should have been presented at the time of the public hearing. He stated that traffic, parking, economics, and environmental considerations have all been addressed and adequately taken care of. Mr. Chris Kinsel, TJKM Traffic Consultant, stated that traffic studies are not an exact science, but his studies are consistent. The standard assump- tions in Pleasanton are different than in other cities and more difficult. He stated that he did include in the assumptions the traffic that is expected to be generated from the convention center. He advised that worst case assump- tions were considered and he felt there would not be any violation of the traffic requirements. Mr. Jack Smith stated that Harbor View Investments has done everything possible to comply with all city requirements. He urged confirmation of Coun- cil's previous vote. Mr. Frank Capella, #9 Twelve Oaks Drive, stated the proposed hotel is a first class project and will include a much needed banquet room. He stated that all business in Pleasanton are facing more competition than in the past; he did not feel that government should control competition. Councilmember Brandes stated he voted in opposition to the project and basically supported the Planning Commission decision. He felt there is need to evaluate what will happen to traffic after completion of the interchange. He stated he did not believe Council should try to regulate the number of ho- tels but that it is important to look at what is happening to that particular segment of business. He stated he felt the Harbor View Investment hotel is a very good project but he could not support it because of traffic considerations. Mayor Mercer stated he told every hotel owner that this would happen; the market in Pleasanton is new. He stated no hotel before this one has offered suite type rooms and large banquet facilities. He stated he feels comfortable with the traffic studies done by TJKM. He advised he voted No on all other hotel applications because the design did not meet his requirements, and the Harbor View Investment project does. He felt it was inappropriate for other hotels to discourage competition. It was moved by Councilmember Wilson, and seconded by Councilmember Mohr, that Ordinance No. 1324, approval of PUD-87-2, application of Harbor View In- vestment, Inc., to fezone from "A" (Agricultural) District to PUD (Planned Unit Development)-Commercial and Offices District and development plan approv- al for a seven-story 150 room hotel, restaurant, and related facilities, to be 17 8-4-87