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Orozco, Norma <br />From: Ariana Contreras < <br />Sent: Thursday, September 28, 2023 11:49 AM <br />To: eComment <br />Subject: Agenda Item #17 - 2230 N. Tustin Ave <br />Dear Planning Commission/City Council Members, <br />I am writing to express a number of reservations about the forthcoming gas station planned for construction near the <br />kindergarten school and residential areas. Here are the issues that need to be addressed: <br />1. Conditional Use Permit Requirements: A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) became mandatory as of December 22, 2022, <br />for any businesses situated within 500 feet of K-12 schools, public parks, or residences. The planned gas station clearly <br />falls into this category. Why does it appear that the Planning Commission/City Council is considering circumventing <br />these new rules? <br />2. Children's Health and Safety: Though steps have been taken to minimize fume emissions, the risk hasn't been entirely <br />eliminated. How will late -night deliveries be regulated? Furthermore, given the frequency of accidents at the nearby <br />intersection, the risk of a vehicular incident involving the gas pumps cannot be overlooked. <br />3. Market Saturation: The proposed location is already surrounded by 5 gas stations within a 1/2-mile radius. What <br />unique value does an additional gas station bring to the community? Wouldn't it be more beneficial to focus on <br />attracting businesses from industries that are not already well -represented in the area? <br />4. Traffic Congestion: The current entrance on Santa Clara Avenue will be kept, which is in close proximity to our own <br />driveway. Additionally, the two-lane road in front of the school will certainly experience increased traffic, affecting daily <br />commutes. <br />5. Homelessness Issues: The existing gas stations, especially the 7-11 at 17th and Tustin Ave., are already grappling with <br />homelessness. We have invested considerable efforts in mitigating this problem on our property, and a new gas station <br />with a mini -market is likely to exacerbate the issue. <br />6. Alcohol Sales: While this isn't an immediate concern with the city, I understand that there will be an application for a <br />license to sell alcohol in the future. The area already has multiple outlets selling alcohol, making this an unnecessary <br />addition that also raises safety concerns. <br />Thank you for your attention to these matters. We look forward to your response. <br />Ariana Contreras <br />13 <br />