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From: Aileen Sweeney To: GRP -City Council Cc: Council-Giselle Hale Subject: please advance the Chase Bank project proposal from Tishman Speyer + MidPen Housing Date: Monday, October 12, 2020 2:38:00 PM Dear Redwood City Council Members, I am writing to urge the Council to move forward the Chase Bank project proposal from Tishman Speyer and MidPen Housing at tonight's City Council meeting. I am a homeowner (Mt. Carmel) and small business owner here in Redwood City. I am proud to be part of this community and am continually impressed by efforts of community leaders and residents to continually improve our city -- economically and socially -- including leading the way in our region with smart development. I have reviewed and discussed the Chase Bank project proposal with Henry Sears and have been impressed with how they have been listening to the community and are committed to providing community benefits that we need in the Redwood City -- development that is near public transit, green public space in the downtown area, and desperately needed affordable housing. Their plan proposes the most affordable units (80) at the deepest levels of affordability of any of the Gatekeeper proposals. Many of these units would be family sized 2 and 3 bedroom units that would be truly affordable to local families. In addition, it would create 20,000 square feet of much needed public green space and high quality public restrooms in the heart of downtown directly adjacent to the Courthouse Square. I know staff workload is a real issue. I urge you to find a way for this project to move forward. The proposed 80 unit affordable housing development at 609 Price Ave represents a precious opportunity to build affordable units at scale in Redwood City that would be lost if the project is not permitted to proceed. Thank you for your consideration. Best regards, Aileen Aileen Sweeney