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Orozco, Norma <br />From: trina Andjani < <br />Sent: Thursday, September 28, 2023 10:46 AM <br />To: eComment <br />Subject: Agenda Item #17 - 2230 N. Tustin Ave <br />Dear Planning Commission/City Council Members, <br />As a concerned parent with children enrolled in the nearby kindergarten, I am deeply unsettled by the <br />forthcoming gas station development near the school and residential areas. My concerns are not only <br />professional but also deeply personal, as they directly impact the health, safety, and well-being of my family <br />and others in the community. Here are my concerns: <br />Children's Health and Safety: <br />- Air Quality: The proximity to a school means that children are at risk of inhaling harmful fumes. Studies have <br />shown long-term exposure to such fumes can adversely affect lung development in children. <br />- Accidents: The nearby intersection is a high -traffic area with a history of frequent accidents. This increases <br />the likelihood of a catastrophic event involving the gas pumps. <br />- Regulation of Deliveries: Although plans indicate that deliveries are to occur after school hours, there's no <br />clear mechanism for enforcement. <br />Conditional Use Permit Requirements: <br />- Proximity to School and Residences: The new law mandates a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for businesses <br />located within 500 feet of schools or residential areas, effective December 22, 2022. <br />- Regulatory Oversight: Ignoring the CUP requirement would set a worrisome precedent for future projects. <br />Homelessness Issues: <br />- Safety Risks: The presence of homeless individuals at similar businesses nearby poses a safety risk to children <br />and families. <br />- Quality of Life: The influx of homelessness often requires additional policing and affects the overall quality <br />of life in the area. <br />