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From:Rachael Ridao <br />To:publiccomment <br />Subject:Rejection of Redwood Shores Development <br />Date:Thursday, April 3, 2025 10:19:45 PM <br />You don't often get email from rachridao@gmail.com. Learn why this is important <br />Hello, <br />I am writing to express my strong opposition to the Redwood Life development in Redwood <br />Shores. <br />My concerns are manifold. This project will severely disrupt residents' lives, increasing noise, <br />traffic, and other inconveniences for decades. The impact on local wildlife is equally <br />alarming- birds may suffer from collisions with tall buildings, nesting habitats will be lost, and <br />constant light and noise pollution could cause extreme stress to the ecosystem. <br />Most concerning is the lack of sufficient studies to justify building massive structures on a <br />capped landfill. The potential for toxin leakage due to the weight of the buildings or poor <br />construction practices poses a serious risk- not just to Redwood Shores, but to the entire Bay <br />Area. The consequences of an environmental disaster of this scale are too great to ignore. <br />Additionally, given the number of vacant office buildings throughout the Bay Area, <br />repurposing existing structures would be a far more responsible and sustainable alternative. A <br />25-year construction project that benefits a select few should not come at such a significant <br />cost to the broader community and environment. <br />I urge you to reconsider this development and prioritize the long-term well-being of Redwood <br />Shores residents and the surrounding ecosystem. <br />Thank you, <br />Rachael