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assembly events were not reviewed and spoke in opposition to the project due to noise impacts, argued that the six-foot fence would not mitigate noise issues and pointed to the Young Ivy project which was denied due to noise issues. • Darlene Miller, neighbor, acknowledged support for Chabad as tenants and explained their objection was to noise impacts of outdoor use, and said they now have up to 25 immediate households who have signed a petition for no outdoor activity. She noted that Chabad is also aware of the City Council's unanimous decision to vote for no outside activity. • Michael Miller, neighbor, spoke to significant noise impacts, specifically outdoor uses requested by Chabad which they claim are required by their faith. • Usha Gurazada, neighbor, asked to know what recourse citizens have if the noise becomes a nuisance. • Connie Cox, neighbor, spoke about lack of communication and neighbors' concerns regarding noise, traffic and parking, lighting and location of sheds. • Bhaskar Maddi spoke in opposition to the project with regard to parking and noise. • Kartnik, neighbor, spoke in opposition to the project due to noise and was opposed to the 100-foot buffer zone which is drawn to his bedroom. He did not oppose project in its entirety and was supportive of daycares but said noise will be excessive and he asked for equity. He was also opposed to parking behind his house and asked that consideration be given to the location of the playground. • Shyamal Gurazaoa, neighbor, spoke in opposition to the project for noise on weekends and evenings. • John Nutterfield, voiced support for the Millers and the problem regarding noise and future amplified outdoor events. He is a retired police officer and spoke to the burden placed on police to enforce noise, and said he also loves having Chabad in the neighborhood as compared to the Masons. Members of the Chabad community spoke in favor of the project, explaining the character and philosophy of the Jewish faith and provided personal comments in support of the application. • Rebecca Banks, high school student, spoke of the Rabbi's guidance and assistance to the elderly and tutoring children. • Sue Mallah, Pleasant Hill, spoke of the foundational teachings of the Chabad and asked the Commission to listen to both sides as they want to bring peace and harmony. • Paul Levinson said he came from Russia where his family could not practice Judaism, stated his daughter goes to Hebrew School and believes the entire community is inclusive and peaceful. • Steve Deselms voiced support for the project. • Rev. Ron Colmer, St. Clare's Church, voiced support of Chabad over the Mason's operations and thinks it is important to show good relations between Christians and Jews. EXCERPT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES, April 25, 2018 Page 3 of 7