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Minutes - City of San Leandro City Council and Page - 8 - San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting - June 30, 1997 Council Member Glaze echoed Council Member Polvorosa's comments. He noted, if more developers took as much interest in the community's input, things would blend in more. On a personal note, he interjected with regard to the tenant mix, that he was excited to hear the announcement that Krogan's is one of the tenants looking at going into the site. He added that they are a quality restaurant, and he is excited at the possibility of them coming to San Leandro. Vice Mayor Loeffler commended the developer for listening to the community. He commented on his support for the tiles being designed by children in the community. Council Member Lothrop stated she really appreciates the hard work on behalf of the developer and commented on the informative booklet provided to the Council. She feels they have "hit a home run" with this proposal. Council Member Polvorosa commented on the creek walk aspect and questioned if they would be removing the eucalyptus trees. Mr. Irmer responded that they would be inventorying and choosing which healthy trees to retain and which less-well-to-do plants will be removed. They will be focusing on what will accentuate the Creek and its use. He did comment that the citizens involved are electing to keep the better specimens of eucalyptus trees. Council Member Polvorosa added that the eucalyptus trees are dirty and are afire hazard, and he would be supportive of removing those trees. Council Member Young thanked the developer for what she feels is a very attractive design. She also thanked Council Member Lothrop for her strong input into this project. Council Member Galvan stated his appreciation to the developers for their patience regarding the uses. He feels they have done a marvelous job working with the community. Mayor Corbett commented that she appreciated the challenge they met and the sensitivity they showed to the area, noting they really listened to the community. She asked about the proposed "living fence" and concluded by stating she appreciates the care the developer took in incorporating the heritage of the community into the project. She continued by stating she will "keep her fingers crossed" for the continuation of this project as we look at the other tenants that will be brought forth for this site. She concluded by thanking the developer and architect for taking the time to listen to the community's concerns regarding this site. The architect responded to the Mayor regarding the "living fence," noting that it is posts with guidelines that allow vegetation to grow up them. It is proposed to deter children from walking down a deep edge. They were concerned with proposing something that would not take away from the Creek.