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Alcala, Abigail From: KT Zeich < Sent: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 7:43 AM To: eComment Subject: Agenda Item #17 - 2230 N. Tustin Ave. Members of the Santa Ana City Council, I am writing to ask for your support in upholding the June 26, 2023 City Planning Commission to deny the modification to CUP 2019-41 and CUP 2023-03. Plumfield School has been providing preschool and kindergarten to the families of Santa Ana for over 50 years. It is very concerning to me that these children and their families, as well as the residents in the surrounding area, will have their health and safety jeopardized by this development. The CUP is in an attempt to circumvent the city ordinance that prohibits the construction of businesses that emit noxious fumes (i.e. gas stations) within 1000 feet of a school and residences. Plumfield School not only is within 1000 feet, but they also share a property line. Are you willing to put the health and safety of children over allowing this station to be built? This station would be the 6th station within a 1/2 mile radius. This does not bring a new service or industry to our area. Santa Ana has seen a drastic increase in the unhoused population. I know that Plumfield has already taken steps to mitigate the problems with this population, but nothing eradicates it. However, a gas station and minimart will only exasperate this issue. While not the current concern, alcohol sales will be inevitable at the mini mart. Do we want alcohol being sold next to a school? Finally, the increase in traffic to the area is of significant concern. The plans call for a driveway to be within 150 feet of the intersection of Santa Clara and Tustin Avenues. We have seen this granted to Starbucks at the same intersection. It congests traffic in an already dangerous situation. With the addition of gas pumps, this could be catastrophic in the event of an accident. I ask you to please consider these concerns when making your decision. Please keep in mind the health and safety of all children and residents in the area. Thank you, Katie Zeich Homeowner 92705 (within walking distance)