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Pat Mahoney, commented that she opposes the project because she does not think Redwood City needs another theater. The traffic should be a very serious concem because it will affect residents. Victor Torreano, resident of Redwood City for 10 years shared his excitement about the project. He stated that this is a good project because it will provide families with a place to go and enjoy themselves. Claire Felong, shared concerns about what will happen to PAL and High Schools. Felong also has concerns related to tr�c issues. Felong commented that this project must seriously consider the youth since they are under serviced in this community. Ted Hannig, spoke on behalf of Rob Souflan, Peter Betrosion and PowerHouse Gym. Hannig opposes the project because it is flawed, and the parking created will not be sufficient; instead he suggests housing be built on that site. Hannig requested data on the cost of City's mailing campaign. Mayor Ruskin stated that the cost of brochures sent out was going to be researched. In reference to the statements published, Ruskin clarified that what he meant was that "the retail cinema complex project is a good concept but the devil was on the details." Vice-Mayor Dick Claire reiterated that the assumption that he has made up his mind about approving the project is erroneous; Claire has not decided whether he is for or against the project, and he will wait to complete public comment before making a decision. Edmund Schiffer, requested information on how much money has been spent in the project. Schiffer stated that his major concerns are the thousands of cazs, and how this will create a traffic nightmare. Chip Krug, stated that with this project what is the City is giving up is the "Redwood City Charm"; his main concern is the traffic, and how the chazacter of this city will change drastically (pollution, traffic, etc.). The rents will also increase and we will probably lose small stores because they will be unable to compete. Krug would like to see Spanish speaking films due to the diversity in this area. William Nack, representing the Building and Construction Trade's Council of San Mateo County, (membership of approximately 18,000), stated that his organization is in favor of the project, not only because it represents hundreds of jobs (with good and fair wages/benefits) but also because it will revitalize downtown, and provide something to do to the new Franklin Street residents. Richard Wallace, mentioned that he would like to find out what other proposals were received. Wallace stated that information has not been disseminated appropriately, and that a proposed six- story office building that will come with it, is not public knowledge. A request for a scale model has also been made and not provided. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2000 MINUTES PAGE 11 . _.. _ _ .. __ _ .,.. __ _ . __,.. � t . .