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469 Mr. Ben Fernandez, 2385 Sandpiper Way, resident and businessman in Pleasanton for 16 years, and former President of the Chamber of Commerce, stated that during that time a redevelopment plan had failed and many of the capital improvement pro- jects planned have been left uncompleted. He stated that many of these projects are now being accomplished by Hacienda Business Park. He applauded the actions of' the City Council for their efforts in this planning. Ms. Ellie Lange, 7666 Flagstone Drive, stated she is proud to be a member of this community where these changes have occurred and where there will be benefits to all residents. She cited flood control improvements, and improvements to the sports park. She applauded actions of the City Council. Mr. Chuck Weidel, 5321 Mallard Drive, resident since 1972, stated he is con- vinced that Pleasanton is a place of planned progress and he feels comfortable with what is planned and would like for it to continue. He expressed gratitute for the high quality of the Hacienda Business Park project, and asked that it be approved. Ms. Suzanne Patzkowski, 511 Mavis Drive, stated there are great things in store for everyone in Pleasanton. She cited the need for jobs in this area. She stated that Pleasanton is "a little bit of heaven", and she felt it should be shared. She urged Council to adopt the general plan amendment and allow Hacienda Business Park to continue. Mr. Martin Inderbitzen, speaking both as a resident and as President of the Chamber of Commerce, stated the Board of Director of the Chamber met in special session over the weekend and voted to support the general plan amendment. He stated that Hacienda Business Park will bring many advantageous social services to the City as well as economic benefit. He commended Council and the developer for their inte- grity, sincerity, and courage. Ms. ragmar Fulton, 4536 Miradot Drive, stated she supports the Hacienda Business Park as proposed and. presented. She stated that since all negative impacts have been mitigated there is no reason not to approve the project. She stated that growth~s inevitable, and that it is impossible to have a one-to-one balance on housing and-I jobs. She urged Council to use their power to decide what is best for the City of Pleasanton. Ms. Michele Dutra, 1695 Calle Santiago, encouraged Council to approve the amend- ment to the general plan and the PUD application as recommended by the Planning Commission at their last meeting. Ms. Muriel Capitlo, #9 Twelve Oaks Drive, urged Council to vote in the affirma- tive for the general plan amendment and the PUD application. She stated that condi- tions of approval will control any problems. She stated this development is a top quality business project and the benefits far outweigh any negative impacts. Ms. Judy Mayhew, 5584 San Jose Drive, President of the Pleasanton Downtown Asso- ciation, stated this group supports the general plan amendment and business park application. Mr. Art Dunkley, 4672 Second Street, stated he supports the general plan amend- ment; it will allow more job opportunities to residents in the area. He stated he also supports the PUD application of Hacienda Business Park, because PUD zoning gives greater control of the development process and is an ideal mechanism for development of Hacienda Business Park. 7. 11/8/83