Correspondence - #22 - Applicant In Support Comments

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T.RELATED Bristol To Whom It May Concern: t am in support of the proposed Related Bristol mixed -use project because of the significant economic benefits, community benefits and additional housing it will provide for the City of Santa Ana for decades to come. Redeveloping the aging, auto -centric suburban shopping center on South Bristol Street into a walkable, people -first community of residences, shops, restau'ants and programmed open green space wilt be a Major economic boost to the City, Approximately 7,500 jobs will. !De created, along with an est'mated $10 7 rrillior, -ri annual tax revenue to help fund the expansion of services and programs throughout Santa Ana. Once built. nearly one-third of the development will be dedicated to open space with an active mix of programmed parks, open-air p:azas and pedestrian•only paseos—a sharp contrast to the asphalt -heavy shopping center that exists there today. Open space on this scale In the heart of Orange County is in high demand, but short supply, Which is why Related Bristo: is such a vital —and refresh! rg—akern ative to other urban developments. Moreover, Santa Ana is central to many major employers and the City needs more housing to retain and attract sk;iled w&gors. Related 83r stot w ll offer a ci�rerse mix of housing and lifestyle options that vrIll meet this cdtica". regional neec. I believe Related Bristol 's the type of mixed -use cev,elopment that City officials envisioned and advocated in tlhe General Plan for the South Sristal Street Corridor. Approval of this innovative and dyr.am;c project is essential to sustain Santa Ana's groh4h and prosperity for years to come and contribute to the economicsocial ar;d cultural expansion of one of the largest, most important cities in Orange County. support Related Bristol and urge you to approve this visionary development. Thank you, i1- ADDR S5' S- �_ Yes, am willing to speak pubtidy as a suppcf-ter of Related Bristol.