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Ms. Michelotti felt that with the park being only 2.5 acres and considering it would include a pool, cabana and tot lot, perhaps the tot lot play apparatus could be the art object. John Casey, Superintendent of the Pleasanton Unified School District, 4665 Bernal Avenue, indicated the needs of the School District have been met through their work with Ponderosa homes on this project. As the City considers growth, school districts must c6nsider impacts on the schools and plan for a number of scenarios. He could not definitely say what kind of school would be located on this property, but it is helpful to be able to have the property available. He reviewed all the factors that affect the need for facilities. He acknowledged that when the District defines the project the District is obligated to work with the City on traffic mitigations. A letter was sent to the City recognizing the District's obligation. Ms. Ayala expressed concern about the trails leading to the school site and visibility of the school from some of the surrounding residences. She asked that the District be sensitive to that when planning the school site. Dr. Casey said the District will certainly work with the City on boundaries, berming, landscaping, etc. Mayor Pico declared the public hearing open. Pat Keman, 1885 Tanglewood Way, speaking as a resident, felt this project was a phenomenal effort in planning a neighborhood. He felt staff should be very proud of its efforts and he totally supported the project. Christine Steiner, 596 Hamilton Way, Chair of the Housing Commission, expressed her thanks to Ponderosa for the way it worked with the citizens, commissions, and staff. She felt this was an incredible opportunity to provide housing for seniors who have incomes greater than what qualifies for previous low income senior housing. The architect for Ponderosa was very receptive to suggestions made by the Housing Commission. As more senior housing is built in Pleasanton, she felt it would be useful to have a comprehensive plan for case management to developers as a guideline to provide services to the residents who will live and age in these facilities. She was very happy with this project and felt it will be a great asset for Pleasanton. She also commented that she has a whole house fan and it is fabulous. She said her utility bill never exceeds $40 in the summer and she encouraged other residents to install one. Bruce Fiedler indicated that in the past he had expressed concern that the senior housing was too far from shopping, the library, the senior center and downtown. He noted that without through streets to Mohr Avenue, a Wheels route to this neighborhood would be highly unlikely. He also had noted that a site next to the transfer station and the City's corporation yard was not ideal. However, the project has moved ahead and received support from many sectors of the community. He was pleased with the design of the project, but cautioned that it was necessary to have conscientious management for an appropriate elder environment. He noted the van transportation for the complex and felt this was essential. He liked the discussion about providing carports and a community meeting room. He also liked the proposed rents and he urged Council to approve this development. He did note however, that this project is only for Pleasanton City Council 12 08/20/02 Minutes