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Kenny Gap noted that his firm evaluated the project and are excited about the urban, <br /> transit oriented and mixed used project and looking to move forward on the project. <br /> Chairman Sarmiento thanked the applicant for the presentation and expressed <br /> appreciation for including the hotel component, and discussed the history of the <br /> project. <br /> Committee member Benavides also expressed thanks for the presentation and <br /> noted project needs to be something that is a landmark with significance, and <br /> inquired about the below grade parking. <br /> Mr. Harrah answered discussing the adjacent buildings and the water table, and <br /> discussed the feasibility of the hotel. <br /> David Cavazos noted there needs to be a lot of discussion on the underground <br /> parking and its challenges. <br /> Chairman Sarmiento discussed the environment for the hotel and sustainability, and <br /> inquired about the financing of the project. <br /> Mr. Cavazos noted staff needs to obtain the remaining financial information and <br /> gave the applicant a deadline of 30 days to submit and Mr. Harrah indicated he will <br /> provide. Noted the need to make sure if the garage comes down, that there is viable <br /> project to spend according to a schedule. There is a lot of discussion at this time <br /> and are waiting for the information to proceed. <br /> Committee member Benavides noted it's a prime location. Interested in getting <br /> questions answered, and have been waiting for some time to move forward to take <br /> before the full council for consideration. <br /> 5. FIBER OPTIC UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE/GIGABIT SANTA ANA <br /> PRESENTATION {Strategic Plan No. 6, 1C; 1E; 1G; 1l} <br /> Chairman Sarmiento tabled item. <br /> 6. CREATION OF A TRANSPORTATION SPECIFIC COMMISSION <br /> Chairman Sarmiento continued the item to top of next meeting, and suggested Gilad <br /> Salmon meet with them individually. <br /> Committee member Benavides asked if there is any community interest in <br /> proceeding with a new commission, to send an email to committee and schedule a <br /> follow up meeting. <br /> STAFF COMMENTS - None <br /> Development&Transp. Council Committee Minutes 3 April 18,2016 <br />