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Item 4 - Exhibit 08 - Public Comments received by 1100 am, Friday, July 5, 2019Mon June 3rd 2019 Hi Jennifer, I’m submitting comments/questions on behalf of myself and the Forbes Mill board of directors regarding the proposal for a conditional use permit for 66 E. Main Street by The Club of Los Gatos: •Max occupancy of "48" – This number appears to be derived from combining the max capacities for both inside rooms: Exercise Room (25) and Assembly Room (23). However, this facility will be open to all Club members (400+) during the remodel (see Website). There’s no way to control the number of individuals potentially accessing this space from dawn until 10 pm. •Planned use for "group classes" – The proposed operating hours (5am- 11pm) extend well beyond the group class schedule (see attached). Soul Cycle, for example, has operating hours that reflect group classes only. The Club's proposed operating hours appear intended to keep this facility open to members for broader use. As listed on their Website, these would include: o Cardio & weight training o Cross Fit o Personal training o Red light therapy •The permit application indicates client activities within two indoor rooms. However, the letter of description and justification letter says “We are seeking to occupy 66 E. Main St in its entirety.” If client activities will extend to the large outdoor area directly facing E. Main, what specifically will these be? •Noise control. The Club hasn’t conducted testing of music volume and instructor microphones to neighboring business and residential units. This also isn't possible yet as speakers haven't been installed. •Community outreach. Neighboring restaurants and residents haven’t been contacted to discuss this proposal. Additional comments from Forbes Mill HOA's board of directors Within a half-block radius, there are approximately 112 private residences and a 28- room boutique hotel. The Club's proposed operating hours are way too long for a health club in a mixed-use, but primarily residential, neighborhood. The restaurants directly across the street were restricted in their hours for the same reason - ie, they were operating in a primarily residential neighborhood. Club patrons will be competing in the daytime for parking with hundreds of high schoolers for on-street parking, which is at a premium and requires cars to move every 30 minutes or every 90 minutes. Club patrons will soon start using the Library and Civic Center parking lots as overflow, making it next to impossible for LG residents to use those same lots for the Library, visiting NUMI, or taking care of Town business. At EXHIBIT 8 night, the residents and restaurant patrons will find all the available on-street parking taken. And a business this size will also disrupt any longer-term parking that restaurant and business employees now use. This end of Town is used for performances at the Civic Center all summer, end staging for the Christmas Parade, and becomes a 'shelter in place' parking lot on weekends when beach traffic or an accident on Highway 17 requires drivers to use LG Blvd/Main Street to get through or to the downtown. There is no traffic light or even stop sign at the intersection where Club patrons will be trying to turn their cars, walk across the street, etc. It is a safety hazard to have that kind of business with no designated parking, and adding 48 cars to this small parking area is not a sound, safe environment. At the end of the day, an operation of this size belongs in one of the industrial parks along University where the buildings are large and cavernous, and the parking plentiful. xxx From: Venter Con-Vivier <con.venter@nagra.com> Sent: Monday, June 03, 2019 10:46 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: 66 East Main permit application Hi Jennifer – further to our discussion today, some thoughts for in-case I do not make it to the meeting. For the record nobody has approached me about this permit application. For transparency: I am a member of the gym and I plan to continue to use the gym during remodeling in the alternative facility. I do not have issue with the premises being used during re-modeling. However this permit application needs to be considered in the light of our current way of life and existence in the area. For me personally I definitely have an expectation that my quality of life *in the area*not be impacted negatively by the presence of the gym. It is important to consider the changes *in the area* that the presence of the gym will bring. As a very regular member of this gym, there are current activities and behaviors around the current gym *that cannot be accepted in the area*. I am the only resident that shares a Pageant entry with this premises and I insist that the following conditions be met as requirement for the permit. 1. No extension of gym exercises and training outside of the premises. This happens at the gym today. I do not have half-dressed people running in my street and past my house and driveway today – and I definitely expect that to continue while the gym operates on these premises. 2. No dressing and undressing in and around parked cars in the area. This happens in the gym parking lot today – people *just* slipping into or out of something. 3. No loud noise on the street. This happens in the gym today - individuals get carried away and play super loud music – this needs to be controlled. 4. No portapotties for toilet facilities. Unfortunately right now that is what happens at the gym. The mens’s room’s facilities are broken and they have been using a portapotty for forever – years. Toilet facilities will never be augmented with portable outside toilets. I know the owner negates the existence of these goings on, but it is very real. Since he is denying, it should be no problem to include this as conditions for the permit. I saw people running out of the gym today before and again after talking to you. I would like to see this in writing added to the permit – regardless of anybody’s opinion. If it is mindless speculation on my side, then this text in the permit will not harm anybody. Also if the town has no jurisdiction to somehow contain the impacts of this business *in the area* then it goes unsaid that this permit cannot be granted. Other considerations that should be addressed: 1. This premises is a showroom – with intentional high visibility from outside – people should be properly dressed, when using the facility – hairy sweaty people walking around showing their assets, should be strongly discouraged. I can just imagine how this will affect the patrons of the restaurant across the street. 2. Pets – some people bring their dogs to the gym – today there is a nice covered outside area where pets can wait – what - is there plan for this? These are my thoughts on the issues – I will do best efforts to be there tomorrow. Best Regards Con Venter 30 Pageant 408-621-6908 From: Sandy Moeckel <sandymoeckel@aol.com> Sent: Friday, June 28, 2019 3:40 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club I can't believe the town is messing with The Club and it's ability to stay open during the remodeling. The empty building is the perfect site. The Club needs to hang on to members, and the members presence in downtown might do something for the pitiful business environment that exist. I and everyone I know could go on and on about how difficult the town makes it to build, do business or even be a homeowner in Los Gatos. We have lived here for 40 years and love the town, but it is becoming harder and harder to justify staying here. The uncontrolled beach traffic, the outrageous North Forty approval, even the parking tickets. For goodness sake let The Club have a year of use from an otherwise unused space. Sandy Moeckel From: LINDA R NANEZ <lindananez@icloud.com> Sent: Friday, June 28, 2019 3:43 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Cc: Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club at LG I am writing this to support the Annex as it will provide a temporary place for members to work out and stay healthy as The Club undertakes a long over due remodel. Please support the many LG residents that want to keep this affordable important part of their healthy lifestyle in place. Thank you, Tony and Linda Nanez Sent from my iPhone From: Lou Ferrigno <louferrigno31@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, June 28, 2019 5:03 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Annex Please approve the use of the Annex by The Club Los Gatos. Many of the members are older and live in the area. To be able to stay in the community while the remodeling is being done would be a blessing. Many of us would be in walking distance to the Annex. It is our understanding that the noise factor is a concern of the person who complained. It is nonexistent. Thank you, Marlene & Lou Ferrigno From: Eron Flory <eronflory@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, June 28, 2019 5:12 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club Annex Hello, I am writing this letter in support of The Club and their application to temporarily operate out of 66 East Main Street. I feel that The Club is an asset to the community and the Annex is a great option for members while The Club’s current location receives a much needed re-model. Thank you, Eron Flory 120 College Terrace, Unit K Los Gatos, CA 95030 From: Charles Wade <cwade13@yahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, June 29, 2019 7:36 AM To: Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Subject: Support use of 66 E Main empty auto dealer by The Club of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn I support the temporary use of the former auto dealer space at 66 E Main by The Club of Los Gatos. This has several advantages: 1. provides useful space for the current customers of the club 2. removes the negative impact of an empty building in the city 3. provides revenue for the city for a year or so while more permanent changes are considered. Thank you for listening. Regards, chuck From: Sandy O'Gorman <sandy.ogorman@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, June 29, 2019 11:48 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Please support the Club @ Los Gatos Hello Jennifer, I've been a very long time member of this club. It's a perfect club for our locals and offers an affordable approach for all ages of our community. I have no idea WHY this approval has taken soo long and I see our town dwindling in both great restaurants, fashion stores and such and hope you can push the town to approve this improvement to a very OLD club that desperately needs an upgrade. Thanks for your support, I will be in Mexico July 10 so cannot attend the meeting but you have my full support to make it happen! Thank you -- Sandy O'Gorman 123 University Avenue Los Gatos, CA 95030 sandy.ogorman@gmail.com +1-408-888-5956 mobile From: Antonella Dewell <tango2oblivion@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, June 30, 2019 4:16 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club’s occupancy of the Annex at 66 East Main Street Dear Ms. Armer, I am writing in support of the The Club’s occupancy of the Annex at 66 East Main Street in Los Gatos. Thank you for your support. Best regards, Antonella Dewell From: John Moyles MOYLES <johnmoyles@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, July 01, 2019 9:45 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Cc: Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Hello Ms. Armer, I’m writing to share my strong support for the club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. Many Los Gatos residents like my self rely on the club for our daily fitness routines. The location has been empty for years and good business owners like TCLG should be welcomed with open arms. We have waited years for this remodel and businesses near 66 should welcome increased activity. Thank you. From: Roxie Comstock <roxie.comstock@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, July 01, 2019 9:52 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: 66 E Main Occupancy Happy Monday! I am reaching out to voice my support for the Club at Los Gatos moving to 66 E Main Street. The remodel is much needed and moving locations will allow us to workout without construction interruptions. I also believe that having the gym relocate for that period of time will bring exposure to the surrounding businesses. Thank you for your support. Roxie Comstock From: humanlandscapes@aol.com <humanlandscapes@aol.com> Sent: Monday, July 01, 2019 11:12 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Cc: Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club Annex Proposal Ms. Armer, This note is in regard to a temporary use of the Annex for members of The Club--like myself. I have lived in Los Gatos since 1977, so have seen many changes, including the rebuilding of the town after the earthquake. I am also a longterm member of The Club next to Los Gatos High that really needs a remodel that the town has approved. The Annex has a storied history, but is now empty and suffers from the decay of unoccupied buildings everywhere. It is in everyone's interest --including the towns and the members of The Club to have a place to exercise during the remodel. I am asking for your help in making this happen ASAP. The delays have been difficult for everyone, and The Club members are all responsible adults who care about our special town and will be good neighbors to those near The Annex. Thank you for your consideration. Dr. Philip Miller 19953 Wright Drive Los Gatos, CA 95033 From: Carl Canning <canningfitness@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 01, 2019 9:14 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Club at Los Gatos As a long time citizen of the neighboring community I wanted to send an email to show my support for the Club at Los Gatos’ temporary use of the old dealership. I am excited about the cutting edge tools The Club will bring to the local community to improve their well being. I hope you can help them with having a home during their remodel so the members can stay fit together while they wait for the new facility to be built. Thank you very much for your time and consideration, - Carl Canning From: Justin Farrar <iamfarrar@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2019 5:02 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Cc: Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Support of The Club at Los Gatos Hello, As a member of the community I am in full support of the Club moving to 66 Main street to continue the great business they provide to our community. Thank You, Justin Farrar (626)710-2169 From: Kari Bedgood <kbedgood@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 12:55 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. The Club is a vital aspect of my daily life, attributing greatly to my overall wellbeing physically, mentally and spiritually. It is my second home, so I'd appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Kari Bedgood From: James Brady <jimbradyii@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 1:00 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club at Los Gatos Annex Jennifer Armer Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos, Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street.. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter . Sincerely Jim Brady From: Debbie <dcsacks1@comcast.net> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 1:14 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. If there are negative issues around the Club’s use of a space that has been unoccupied for several years, I hope you will address them at next Wednesday’s meeting. This has been a ridiculously long process and I would think that the town would be more interested in keeping businesses actually in this town than creating more and more hurdles to an economically thriving community. How can the downtown have storefronts like Soul Cycle and give The Club such a difficult time? Please help get this done. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Debra Sacks 18400 Overlook Road Unit 31 Los Gatos 408-348-4998 From: Jan Wallander <wallander53@hotmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 1:17 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Jennifer Armer Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Jan Wallander 315 Johnson Ave Los Gatos, CA 95030 From: Jane Ogle <janeogle@KOGLE.COM> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 1:29 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Club at Los Gatos I support the temporary use of the old Automobile showroom on S. Main St. by the club at los Gatos during its renovations. Thank you. Jane Ogle 223 Jackson street From: Anna Sturge <anna@sturge.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 2:07 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: Los Gatos Health Club - I SUPPORT THE MOVE TO THE BENTLEY SHOWROOM on MAIN ST Hello, I've been a long time member of this club. It's a perfect club for our locals and offers an affordable approach for all ages of our community. I fully support the temporary move of the Los Gatos gym to the Bentley showroom, just a few hundred meters down the road. Not sure why anyone would appeal this as it's already a commercial business building. Thank you, Anna. From: Heather Parentice <hparentice@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 2:14 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Jennifer Armer Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Ga tos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Heather Parentice From: Sarah Stewart <1fitsarah@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 2:16 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Jennifer Armer Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, I am an employee of The Club at Los Gatos. As an employee it is vital to my livelihood for The Club to remain open at 66 East Main during our remodel. I understand from management that The Club has crafted their model and occupancy around the town code and is not asking for any variances. Please uphold the decision of the Design Review Committee. Sincerely, Sarah Stewart From: Irving MITSUNAGA <mitsunaga@comcast.net> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 2:21 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: 66 East Main Street TO: Jennifer Armer, Senior Planner Community Development Monica Renn, Economic Vitality Manager Community Development Department Planning Commission and Town of Los Gatos We are unable to attend the July 10th Planning Commission meeting, but support The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. As long-time residents of downtown Los Gatos, and also long-time members of The Club, we don't see how anyone would prefer having another empty building over allowing legitimate use by a worthwhile and law-abiding business as The Club. Thank you for your attention. Sincerely, Irving & Evelyn Mitsunaga 130 Broadway, Los Gatos, CA 95030. From: Rene Contant <contantrene@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 3:46 PM To: Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov>; Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Att. Jennifer Armer, Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Rene Contant -----Original Message----- From: Rick P <rick@parfitt.info> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 4:49 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The clubs annex Please approve moving forward This is temporary The club and its members are an assist to Los Gatos Thank you - Rick Parfitt From: Jack Catton <jxcatto@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 10:59 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy Dear City Planners, I have been a member of TCLG for three years since I bought a house at the top of the hill less than 1/2 a mile from the club. It is so valuable to have a club downtown! I am able to walk to my workout and not have to fight traffic which is especially difficult during summer weekends and school hours and every other club I would face those issues. TCLG is a strong community where I have made friendships with members and the staff. The club is in desperate need of a remodel and it will be a showcase for The town once complete. Having the annex as a temporary home is so important. For one trying to workout in a construction zone is not conducive to stress relief and it’s impossible to keep a construction site dust free without tons of plastic which is also undesirable and unsafe. Secondly it would likely shake up the membership and community which are adjust about all LG residents. Please approve the annex, I feel it is very important for the town. Sincerely, Jack Catton 220 highland terrace Los Gatos From: H Habiby <halimh@rocketmail.com> Sent: Thursday, July 04, 2019 2:18 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: 66 E Main St Jennifer Armer Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Halim Habiby From: richarddcs <richarddcs@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, July 04, 2019 7:47 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street Jennifer Armer Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Richard T. Battaglia From: Phil Branon <phil.branon@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, July 04, 2019 7:51 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The club at Los Gatos Jennifer Armer Monica Renn Community Development Department Town of Los Gatos Dear Ms. Renn and Ms. Armer, As a member of the Los Gatos community and a member of The Club at Los Gatos, I want to express my strong support for The Club at Los Gatos occupying 66 East Main Street. The Club’s use of 66 East Main Street is vital to the continuation of our community’s fitness routines and allows The Club to significantly expedite their long-awaited remodel. I appreciate your attention to this very important matter. Sincerely, Phil Branon 121 Alpine Ave Los Gatos, CA 95030 E: phil.branon@gmail.com O: 408.354.4682 M: 408.666.4168 From: Joan Laird <joanglaird@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, July 04, 2019 10:12 AM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: In Support of The Club at Los Gatos' Occupancy I would like to let you know that I support the Club's occupancy of the Annex @ 66 East Main Street. I've attached a signed letter to this effect. Thank you for your consideration. Regards, Joan Laird From: suzy.seandel@gmail.com <suzy.seandel@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, July 04, 2019 2:56 PM To: Jennifer Armer <JArmer@losgatosca.gov>; Monica Renn <mrenn@losgatosca.gov> Subject: The Club at Los Gatos - Annex Hi Jennifer and Monica, I’m writing to show my support for the Club at Los Gatos to use the Annex. I understand the use of the Annex fits within the Town’s code and the Club is not asking for any variance. Thank you. Suzy Seandel