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Larry Patterson of Patterson Associates, Traffic Engineers, discussed the development within the context of traffic impacts, congestion and mitigation. Mr. Patterson described the regional and local views of more congestion on Highway 101 and Woodside Road and that interchange, and advised mitigation efforts would be needed. Paul Sedway of Sedway Kotin Mouchly addressed the concerns that the proposed development was incompatible with the heavy industrial companies already established in the area. Mr. Sedway described several similar sites that were analyzed and stated that compatibility was a non-issue, that suitable placement, access, buffering and landscaping mitigated any problems associated with operating heavy manufacturing or industrial plants next to restaurants, strip malls or office complexes. John Sanger, Sanger & Olson Attorneys, explained why the developers wanted the Council to "prezone" the County land before annexation to the City: it would give a strong signal to the developers that the City supported the project. Yvonne Rizak, Ashwood Court, San Mateo, provided more background on this 3.5 year long project, emphasizing that environmental concerns were their highest priorities and had been addressed. Ms. Rizak described the redesigning that took place after listening to neighbor's concerns, the proposed beautiful park, sports facility involving local sports organizations, art and cultural activities and the benefits of having high tech headquarters in Redwood City. Project Manager Brandon wrapped up the presentations by stressing that change is difficult but this development would benefit the whole City. Mr. Brandon suggested a facilitator be hired to work with the proposed development's neighbors and the Port Tenants to resolve compatibility issues. Board of Port Commissioners Chairman Dodge presented a formal statement supporting the Pacific Shores Center development based on the developers efforts to meet and satisfy the reasonable concerns of the Port's tenants. Chairman Dodge added that the 10 acres of land the development would make available for port expansion would be very beneficial and necessary for the Port's future. Chairman Dodge said mitigation efforts would have to be significant but felt with the developer's long term commitment to a quality project, the Pacific Shores Center would be a major milestone for the Port and the City. Mark Adams of Sims-Linc Recyclers, spoke on behalf of a group of tenants and landowners at the Port of Redwood City, including Lone Star, Lyngso, Bell Marine and Granite Rock. Mr. Adams stated that their businesses were booming and not declining as had been represented by an earlier speaker. Mr. Adams advised that their objections to this development were based on inappropriate land use, and the proposed mitigations would never completely address their concerns. Mr. Adams stated the proposed development would hinder and limit their commercial activities, and when the developers were asked to indemnify the tenants and landowners Mr. Brandon said no. Mr. Adams advised that the developers had been unresponsive to their concerns, and they wanted a clear signal from the Council that the area east of 101 on Seaport Boulevard would remain zoned for industrial use. Special Adjourned Council Meeting, Study Session Minutes [INUTE BOOK NO. 53 July 17, 1995 age No. 266 Page 3