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„�.r�i��ll irir��lYr. . 1. .._. _.. _.. �� M/S Seybert/Foust to waive first reading and introduce an Ordinance Forming the Downtown Redwood City Community Benefit Improvement District and Levying the Assessment in Connection Therewith. Motion carries by electronic vote 6-0, with Council Member Howard recused and abstaining. MINUTE ORDER 14-126 Council Member Howard rejoined the dais. B. Appeal of the Planning Commission's Denial of the Cambridge Academy Project at 8:50 p.m. (603) Community Development Director Aaron Aknin presented the report (presentation on file). He stated what the applicants originally proposed, and discussed in depth the concerns of the Planning Commission and the neighborhood and why the Planning Commission made its decision. An example he mentioned was the significant unavoidable noise impact and the use permit findings. Mr. Aknin also discussed the appellant's revised reduced proposal. In addition, he noted that the City Staff initially did approve the recommendation for the school, because there were already zoning policies in place relating to schools in neighborhoods. However, based on the policy direction given at the Planning Commission as well as neighborhood testimony, staff is now upholding the Planning Commission's decision. Mr. Aknin then shared alternatives on how the City Council can decide on what action to take on this appeal. A Council Member asked about the reduction size of students, which Mr. Aknin confirmed the number. The appellant and applicant Nicholas Berg presented a report (presentation on file). He stated his belief that this project is about bringing a higher quality education to the community and that parents want immediate actions on their children's education. Mr. Berg explained this is why Cambridge Academy is needed in Redwood City and what they can offer to students. He said that the Academy is not associated with the Baptist Church. Furthermore, he introduced the principal, who is also his wife, Carol Berg. He spoke about why she was qualified for the job and they want to join this community. Mr. Berg continued to say that he and his wife had met with the neighbors to discuss their plans for the academy and how they have made compromises from those meetings. He mentioned the Circulation Plan in that the parking and traffic would be at the site, thus he interpreted that there wou�d not be any traffic disruption on neighborhood streets. Also, he addressed the noise levels by showing the distribution of student play. He mentioned several other items such as a proposed fire hydrant, how he has worked with the City to enable the school to be allowed, why he chose his proposed school to be in Redwood City, and how the Cambridge Academy can benefit Redwood City. Mayor Gee opened the Public Hearing. Public Comment JOINT CITY COUNCtL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD July 28, 2014 MEETING MINUTES PAGE 9 MINUTE BOOK NO. 65 Page No. 205