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Chase Coleman, 244 Newberry Trail, stated the process is used to collect information and • convey that to the public so the public can express any concerns. The opponent has used dirty tactics. He pointed out the Partnership is accountable for the project. They have stayed in touch with TCEQ and have met or exceeded their requirements. He noted that TCEQ is the government watchdog, and they have experts to study the environmental features. Anita Fuller, 121 Kathryn Cove, thanked the Council for the tough decisions they make for all citizens in San Marcos in spite of the enormous opposition created by a minority. She stated she is in favor of the land use and zoning changes requested for the Buie tract because after reading the development agreement, she is assured the property will be developed according to all policies, rules and ordinances required by the city. She believes all environmental issues will be addressed. Any property owner has right to develop their property within the policies, rules and laws established by the elected and appointed citizens of the City, County, etc. She is also in favor of creating a City Neighborhood Commission and feels that Achieving Community Together is better served by a Commission that represents all neighborhoods and citizens rather than special interest groups with a limited and specific agenda to achieve. Ms. Fuller is also in favor of the zoning request for 705 Hopkins, as she feels the NC zoning provides low intensity office, retail and service facilities for the local neighborhood. The NC zoning will also bring the existing non - conforming hair salon into compliance. The hair salon and the proposed relocation of the Merle Norman store will complement each other and enhance the Center's aesthetics. Andre Desnoyers, 126 Kathryn Cove, stated that the Buie tract borders two sides of his property. • He noted this used to be part of the Buie ranch and is now a neighborhood, and there was opposition then as well. They are using the EPA, TCEQ, the San Marcos land development code, good engineers and doing it right and doing it well. He also noted having more dense development up front is better. There will be direct access from Craddock to I -35. There are lots of different options in terms of buffer, but the northwest corner is zoned townhomes. Bringing a new product is a plus to the community. Fears of not knowing and fear of change makes people back off progress. Reen Waterman, 2830 Summit Ridge, stated this is a good project, and is as good as any he's ever seen. San Marcos is in danger of becoming a green ghost town. In his former town the small special interest groups stymied development and the town died. He welcomes discourse from informed citizens. New growth can provide the income to protect the environment. Without that growth, jobs are lost, and taxes are raised. Ecology plus economy is a win -win. Steve Ramsey, 3206 Yellowpine Terrace, the civil engineer for project, discussed the engineering aspects of the project. There will be an extension of Columbia from Franklin to Craddock, and a median break in Craddock, which will be a benefit to Franklin Drive residents. Traffic safety and circulation will be improved. Franklin is a perimeter street to the subdivision with, pavement widening, curb and gutter, and sidewalks to provide pedestrian safety. This will be a benefit to existing residents. This is a side development to the mixed use tracts. We will not want multiple driveways along Craddock. The buildings will face on Craddock with parking on Franklin. There are no sensitive environmental features located in the mixed use tract. It uses • environmentally sound planned principles. RM051810 Minutes Page 3