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Steve Goins, 1552 Oxsen Street, commended Chevron for their environmental impacts on the site, the enhancement of architectural and landscaping design, and staff for their work on the staff report. He expressed concern with Chevron's canopy and azea lighting and the spilling of light beyond Chevron's site. Further, he suggested that no signage be allowed to be posted in the food market. Mr. Ward readdressed the Commission and stated that Chevron would concur with the suggestion of no signage in the windows of establishment. He noted that Chevron is undertaking a lighting study with the results of study being released shortly and discussed with staff to develop a solution amenable to all parties. In addition, he noted that Chevron's hours of operation aze in direct correlation to competitors hours. Further, he referenced a study that was conducted relating to the minimal drunk driving arrests attributed to gas station sales of alcoholic beverages. PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Discussion ensued relating to the drunk driving arrest study, the lighting fixtures used at facility, and illumination levels used at facility. Commissioner Dove stated his concern with the two driveways' proximity to Santa Rita Road, and after conversing with staff and applicant, is satisfied with the location of the project. Commissioner Sullivan stated that the Planning Commission's responsibility is to evaluate applications relating to the best interest of the community, and inquired whether the community needed another gas station with amini-mart, due to various similaz projects being in close proximity. Further, he noted that the community needed a gas station with a repair shop versus this project. He expressed support for the _ improvements, architecture, and landscaping of the proposed project; however, he noted opposition to the changing of business type. Chairperson Cooper stated overall improvements of the Chevron Station, including the right-turn lane, would be beneficial. Further, he noted no opposition to the proposed site being a gas station, and stated that the Commission's job is not deciding what businesses will be successful. Further, he concurred that lighting is an issue and commended Chevron for their cooperation in resolving lighting issues. Chairperson Cooper had no opposition to alcohol sales due to alcohol sales being regulated by the state and the ability of the Commission to revoke the conditional use permit. He concluded by noting support for the application as written. Commissioner Kumaran commended Chevron for the development of a right-turn lane at site, and the design and improvement of development. Further, he requested that staff take into consideration the neighbors' concern of lighting and address those issues. He noted ambivalence with issues relating to alcohol sales and hours of operation, but felt he could support the application as is. He spoke in favor of wanting Pleasanton to be an azea that cooperates with local businesses. A motion was made by Commissioner Dove, seconded by Commissioner Kumaran, making the finding that the proposed project would not have a significant impact on the environment and adopting a resolution recommending approval of Exhibit "D", the draft Initial Study and Negative Declaration. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Page 9 July 29, 1998