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• Diane, expressed concern as to lack of parking places neighbor currently have that will be worsened if project approved; allowing hotel will impact safety of youth and need to increase open space in area. • Ellen Diamond, expressed concern as to decision to sell lot without providing an alternative; opined that City Council are not considering objections of the residents. • Max Rollens, noted project has not been thoroughly reviewed. • Dave Elliott, expressed support for item; project will economically enhance City, attract new businesses and create new jobs. • PJ Jahangiri, opined most are in favor of the hotel project, but do not want to lose subsidized parking; decision to sell lot was due to are unsupervised and unmetered parking spaces. • Tommy Mungia, opined hotel project will create manyjobs and is a great opportunity for the City of Santa Ana. • John Coil, expressed support for hotel project. • Raymond Telles, supports project - will improve area. • Mr. Dresser, opposed to 2525 Main Street project, but opined that Hampton Inn is a reasonable and appropriate use of land. • Alex Tabrizi, opined hotel project will restrict access and reduce traffic. • Carlos Castenada, expressed concern alley way will be closed, emergency vehicle access will be restricted, and potential for for homeless individuals. • Kevin A. Coleman, noted project will provide access to emergency vehicles and waste vehicles, will reduce traffic, and will benefit City with economic development efforts. There were no other speakers and the Hearing closed. Council discussion ensued. Councilmember Solorio, noted common complaints received by residents are homeless and parking issues. Opined hotel does not operate at full capacity, suggested city-wide parking study, and commitment needed to add metered parking on Buffalo Street. Councilmember Sarmiento, directed staff to provide history of lot; opined that parking is a benefit to the community; expressed support for the project. Councilmember Villegas, expressed support for the project. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 20 FEBUARY 20, 2018