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Planning Commission Minutes DRAFT November 10, 1998 Page 2 the size of the pond, the pond not keeping with the residential nature of the neighborhood, the potential the pond would bring (attract many ducks, the mosquito fish not controlling mosquitoes, the noise from frogs), and drainage issues. He further questioned the conditions of approval, 1 through 13, and the site development permit date. He started this project 18 months ago. Originally there was a large house, pool, tennis court, barn and caretaker cottage on the site. He does not plan to build a house on the lot for at least four years, and he felt the pond would be more attractive than the existing weeds and will better support local wildlife. Further discussion ensued regarding the safety of the pond. Daniel Lima, 2120 Church Avenue, San Martin, project landscaping representative, addressed the safety of the pond liner, the location of the pond (lower area), and the planned natural landscaping. Sandy Humphries, Environmental Design Committee, encourages a plan which promotes native plants between properties. The pond will be very helpful in attracting and providing areas for native species. This will create a healthy corridor. Bob Hall, 12140 Foothill Lane, voiced health concerns regarding water fowl, drainage, mosquitoes, earthquake and spill-over, and the movement of wildlife. CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Jinkerson shared his personal experience with ponds. He did not know why neighbors would be concerned as the pond would maintain the rural environment, much more than a new structure. Commissioner Gottlieb asked if the drainage concerns would be greater than with a new residence. Sheryl Proft responded there would be no more concern than with a tennis court. It was noted that the maintenance agreement would run with the land. Commissioner Schreiner agreed with previous comments. Any development would increase drainage, and the maintenance agreement has specific language in case of complaints. She was concerned with the 750 cubic yards to be spread on the site. Ms. Proft stated that there was enough room on the site to spread the fill so not to be detrimental. It would eliminate the need to- haul the fill off-site, if spread properly. The Planning Director recommended additional wording to condition #8 regarding fill to prevent any negative drainage impacts on the neighboring properties, and any excess fill material that is not approved with the grading plan to be exported from the site. Also, add to condition #3 that the Planning Director shall have the discretion to require review of the pond maintenance and may take emergency action, if necessary, to insure that the pond is properly maintained.