CORRESPONDENCE - 75E (GENERAL COMMENTS)

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Dale Helvig RESOLUTION NO.2019-xx — EXHIBIT 2 1. While we disagree with building this project, I would like to address the Development Agreement. It is incomplete and has received NO INPUT from residents opposing the project. I find the Developers Agreement Section 1 and Section 2 to be in direct conflict with Santa Ana General Plan. 2. WHEREAS, the Development Agreement came before the Planning Commission for a duly noticed public hearing on January 14, 2019. At that hearing, the Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve said Development Agreement; and I recommend this not be approved for the following reasons: 2.1. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has determined that by entering into the Development Agreement: (i) the City will promote orderly growth and quality development on the Property in accordance with the goals and policies set forth in the General Plan; and, (ii) significant benefits will be created for City residents and the public generally from increased employment, housing, parks and/or park improvements; and The General Plan would need to be revised and some sections of the General Plan would be placed in jeopardy. I'll speculate and say the applicant will say the EIR address this. However, this is not an environmental issue, it's the Santa Ana General Plan. General Plan Land Use Element [page 12]: Goal 3 Preserve and improve the character and integrity of existing neighborhoods. Policy 3.1 Support development which provides a positive contribution to neighborhood character and identity. Policy 3.2 Foster communication between the City, residents, and neighborhood associations. Policy 3.3 Coordinate City programs and activities in neighborhoods. Policy 3.4 Continue proactive code enforcement programs and activities. Policy 3.5 Encourage new development and/or additions to existing development that are compatible in scale, and consistent with the architectural style and character of the neighborhood. Page 10 of 17