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Ms. Bengtson hoped that Pleasanton would accept the challenge of developing and supporting strategies that result in the preservation of the southeast hills as open space in perpetuity. She urged the Commission to send a clear recommendation to the Planning Commission and the City Council indicating that Alternative 5 is acceptable, as it includes a staging area, internal multi-use trails and regional multi- use trail link, and a specific timeline for public access. She also urged recommending to the Council that it accept the property owners open offer of land dedication for the 497-open space area, as soon as advisable. Ms. Bengtson extended her thanks to the representatives of the Kottinger Ranch Homeowners Association and Marty Inderbitzen (landowner representative) for their willingness to listen with an open mind to the trail advocates. She also thanked City staff for being available and responsive to answer questions. Lee Fulton 3407 Brandy Court -addressed concerns of the staging area and suggested a condition of approval that the developer install video cameras, as recommended by a member of the Trails Ad-Hoc Committee. Dick QuiQley 4613 Cope Court -thanked everyone who came together to work on the compromise for Alternative 5. Mr. Quigley shared information regarding the educational value of the landscape for use by teachers and students, and felt it was going to be more of a regional park v:,nue than a City park. He encouraged support of Alternative 5. At 8:20 p.m., Chairperson Pentin closed the meeting for public comment. Commissioner Kinzer asked about potential maintenance costs for Alternative 5, and whether staff had any budget concerns. Mr. Wolfe and Ms. Hagopian advised that the land was currently used for cattle grazing, which would probably be continued when accepted by the City. Ms. Hagopian advised that no dollar figures for maintenance were currently available, but the higher the use the greater maintenance costs would be. Commissioner Kinzer thought it was important that the trails be kept available for all users, and that the issues of fire, loitering, and traffic be addressed. He supported Alternative 5, while addressing concerns like traffic calming, fire risk, etc. Commissioner Dibiase questioned whether any consideration was given for amenities such as picnic tables at the staging area. Mr. Wolfe advised that no specifics have been suggested; however, the Commission should take into consideration all concerns expressed by neighbors. Commissioner Dibiase was comfortable with recommending Alternative 5, but suggested adding a condition that the developer include information about the trails in any literature distributed. He also suggested that trails be kept away from homes as much as possible, and that the Planning Commission and the City Council be informed of the homeowners concerns. Commissioner Ellgas agreed with the recommendations of Commissioners Kinzer and Dibiase, and questioned whether the Commission should recommend video monitoring. She also questioned whether gates were to be included by the developer. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes January 11, 2007 Page 4