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Mr. Martin Inderbitzen, representing the Kottinger Ranch and himself per- sonally, stated that this matter should be considered for its visual and en- vironmental impacts as it affects residents against an area considered open space. He stated he would like the entire line undergrounded but he did not feel that the PUC would require the rest of the State to bear this cost. He advised that Route 3 would have the least impact on the residents as a whole. He urged that PG&E consider undergrounding more of the route. Mr. Vic Lund, 234 Main Street, asked why the San Ramon Substation could not be used to furnish power to this area. He stated he is disappointed that PG&E has been reluctant to underground more of the line. He advised he would take legal action if Routes 1 or 2 are used. He stated the proposed Route 1 would go through his property and would be aesthetically unpleasing. He stated there will be total disruption to the community no matter which route is taken. He advised he would probably be more receptive to Route 1 if addi- tional undergrounding is done. He felt the ballons tests were not a good rep- resentation of the towers. He reiterated his disappointment that PG&E has not looked into the possibility of using the San Ramon Substation to bring addi- tional power to this area. Mr. Dale Turner, 3920 Purdue Way, Mayor of Livermore, stated he has the opportunity to meet with PG&E representatives, Councilmember Mercer, Supervi- sor Campbell, concerned citizens and others who have an interest in this mat- ter. He stated he is particularly concerned about the plans that PG&E has for this area. He is excited about the Wente Brothers plans. The City of Liver- more has always worked with Pleasanton to preserve areas for wine growing uses. Livermore ha's developed a growth policy to go north rather than south for further development. He urged Pleasanton, Livermore, and the County to work with the PUC staff to resolve the issues and concerns of the affected residents. He stated he felt the cost of undergrounding is cheap when con- sidering the visual impacts of the proposed transmission lines. Mayor Turner urged Council to not take any official action until all parties have had the opportunity to work with PG&E and resolve the concerns in a reasonable manner. He stated that Livermore will volunteer to be an active participant; the City Manager has been directed to start these dialogues. He stated this is an im- portant issue and it is it important to resolve the matter in a way that pro- tects this beautiful area of the Valley. Mr. Wayne Hamer, 2287 Vineyard Avenue, stated his residence is the one that would be most immediately impacted if Route 3 is put in; he felt a sense of urgency to discourage this route as it would displace him from his home. He advised there are five individual parcels in this area which the lines would cross over if Route 3 is installed. He expressed concern that the area would become an eyesore if used for purposes other than residential. He stated he agrees with Mayor Turner; additional residential input needs to be submitted. He suggested that technical photos be taken to show how the towers will impact and damage the area. He felt this area should be protected and that PG&E should find an alternate route. All Valley residents share Vineyard Avenue and it deserves the greatest sensitivity and merits further study. Mr. A1 Sportorno, resident south of the Lund Ranch, stated that Route 1 will forever be visible and possibly could be added to. He suggested blending the towers in with the gravel areas along Stanley Boulevard. He stated that using the open space range land for towers will be a threat to the public, health, and safety but would not be as threatening to vineyards. He favored undergrounding; if that is not possible then Route 3 is the next best choice. 6 - 8-19-86