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[Commissioner Fox would like to rename "wood smoke ordinance in Program 5.3 to "wood burning ordinance," add "fire pits" and "portable outdoor fire units," and consider adopting setback ordinances regarding proximity of those structures/devices to adjacent neighbors. Add proposed language Pa eg 9-23 Chair Blank indicated that he would like to see technology measures broadened beyond just pollution by cars. He noted that there are many other sources of pollution. Ms. Stern clarified that this section specifically addresses the City taking the lead in not contributing to pollution. Chair Blank inquired why it is limited to the City and not something that the City should encourage businesses to do as well. He inquired why it cannot use the same language as Program 5.2 "Require Pleasanton residents and businesses to implement technology- based air pollution reduction programs when feasible." Ms. Stern replied that the City does not have regulatory power over how a private company chooses its fleet, for example. Chair Blank inquired if this is regulatorily binding to the City of Pleasanton. Ms. Stern replied that it is more likely to be bound by its own policy than by other agencies. Chair Blank stated that the City should strongly encourage businesses. Ms. Stern replied that the City could provide education as well. Commissioner Pearce noted that the City does not have authority over the School District, which uses a lot of gas-powered equipment around sensitive receptors like children. She suggested adding a program to strongly encourage the School District to purchase equipment that would address this matter when it comes time to replace their equipment. Ms. Stern replied that she would look into how that can be done. Pa e No changes. Pa eg 9-25 No changes. Commissioner Pearce thanked Ms. Stern for using direct language that is more active than passive. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, February 20, 2008 Page 12 of 18