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MINUTES Page 4 City of San Leandro City COWlcil, San Leandro Economic Development Agency, San Leandro Parking Authority, San Leandro Public Financing Authority, and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting-June 19, 2006 John Manuel, Marina Action Committee, representing the appellants, addressed the City Council, giving a PowerPoint presentation which provided additional information on the reasons for the appeal. Mr. Manuel commented that the project is too large for the neighborhood, too dense for the lot and will result in parking spillover onto the street. He stated his objection to "monster homes" and requested that the Council review the matter city-wide. Mr. Manuel concluded by offering a variety of solutions. James Chen, the applicant, addressed the City Council, stating that he believes his project would add value to the community. He commented on Mr. Manuel's concerns for privacy, noting that there is currently no fence between his property and Mr. Manuel's. Mr. Chen expressed willingness to work with Mr. Manuel to resolve the privacy issue so that he can move forward with building his "dream home." Staff responded to clarifying questions from the Council. The Hearing was then opened to the public. Joseph Tezeno, San Leandro property owner, addressed the City Council, speaking in favor of condominium conversions for humanitarian reasons. Mr. Tazano commented that he converted rental units on his West Avenue 134th property to condominiums at the request of his tenants. Laurence Norry, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, expressing concern that the changes to the project made by the applicant were not shared with the residents of Mulford Gardens until tonight. Bo Johansen, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting that a document entitled, "Potential Constraints to Housing Production and the Overlay Zoning Permits" does not address condominiums for RO zoning. Mr. Johansen stated he favors no condominiums in the RO District and believes this matter has not been given adequate consideration. Howard Cin, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting that the proposed buildings are too large for the surrounding area and dwarf the neighboring property. Mr. Cin requested the Council heed the concerns expressed by the residents. Audrey Albers, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting on the letter she submitted to the Council on this project. Ms. Albers urged the Council deny the project due to its size and unsuitability for the community. Yvette Rice, San Leandro resident, addressed the City Council, commenting that parking is already a problem in the neighborhood. She voiced objections to dividing the lot and to "big box" houses. Ms. Rice urged the Council to uphold the appeal and deny the proj ect.