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Petra Reed disagreed that a cinema in the Downtown would not improve the schools. She asked the architects whether the community should be viewing the project using the visuals so far presented. She stated the City should demand a scale model so people are able to see the view of the entire city. She further stated the community should ask more questions and that it is unfortunate that relevant information was never accessible in a large number. She expressed the need to study the impacts of traffic when the trains aze operating. Rudy Luca stated-he opposes the project and is not satisfied with the parking and traffic reports. � He suggested the Council consider that he represents many seniors and that� maybe a vote should be taken on the issue. Mark Fassett stated he is concerned with the size of the project and the traffic issues. He further stated that to rejuvenate the Downtown takes small restaurants and possibly a smaller movieplex. Lucia Sanchez stated she is hoping to retain the small town atmosphere, encouraging a smaller � movieplex and altematives to the proposal. Lucinda Dei Rossi stated she supports the project and that retail space would revitalize the area. She stated the area is saturated with office space and that a negotiated agreement with the developer should occur in order to maintain a balance of day and night time retail. Roland Quiroz supported the project, but a smaller version for economics and esthetics. He urged preserving the charm of Redwood City. He also expressed concern that the closing of the Century 12 may encourage more auto dealerships. Robert Nicholas opposed the project and to look at some other cities in the area. He stated he would not go to a movie and then to dinner. Nita R. Spangler opposed the project and stated the business is risky at this time. She requested Winslow Street not be closed. Daniela Gasparini spoke of the geographic disconnect between Redwood Shores and the rest of Redwood City. She stated the proposal would present a reason to come to the Downtown for restaurant and service opportunities. She further stated her trust in the professional representatives of the project and asked that the community get behind the project to see what it can bring to the Downtown. Recess — 9:35-9:55 p.m. Michael Bursak stated that the project is the developer's not the City's. He further stated that growth couldn't be stopped, only directed. Ray Krug stated he had tried in vain to obtain information about the project and that many residents feel disenfranchised. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 27, 2000 MINUTES PAGE 5 , _ _. _� . _.. ..,.. __ _ _ ...�.. _ t . .