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APPENDIX B DESCRIPTION OF POTENTIAL LAND USES Following is a more detailed description of the potential Phase II Specific Plan land uses, as described in the Land Use Element of the Specific Plan. 1. Agricultural Club - Agricultural clubs provide opportunities for children to grow crops, raise livestock and participate in a variety of related social and educational programs. Demonstration of club work and activities can be a valuable community asset. In addi- tion, farming classes can be established where school children are assigned their own plots to experiment and learn about the mechanics of soil development, water use and conservation, organic amendments, plant requirements and nutrition. Composting sites and support buildings for equipment storage would need to be sen- sitively located out of public view, to the extent feasible. Equipment and materials might be shared with other adjacent agricultural uses. 2. Agriculture - The Bernal Property has historically been maintained in agricultural use. Crops have included hops, alfalfa, oats, corn, other seasonal field grains, and flowers. Agricultural use will continue, at least in the near-term, as future site development occurs. Agricultural acreage will gradually be reduced and be replaced by a variety of uses, including primarily open space as defined by native woodlands and meadows. In addition to temporary agricultural use, permanent agriculture is a potentially permit- ted use. Agriculture would serve symbolic as well as functional purposes, and help to recall the early heritage of Pleasanton. It can also serve as an educational asset. Dem- onstration planting areas reflecting Pleasanton's agricultural heritage might be devel- oped such as flowers, orchards, vineyards or hops. Gardening clubs could be provided with areas for the cultivation of flowers. Plots could be made available for local restau- rants to grow their own produce. The sale of off-site grown holiday items such as pumpkins, Christmas trees, etc. might also be appropriate. Agricultural uses should generally be restricted to sustainable farming practices. The potential use of pesticides and fertilizers would need to be minimized and carefully man- aged. Sustainable agriculture would offer numerous educational opportunities to the community and children in particular. Practicing sustainable agriculture based upon natural processes allows for "hands on" lessons in the natural sciences and ecology. 3. Child Care - Child care can be made available through a variety of full-time public and private facilities designed to provide family support while parents are at work. Licensed child care centers, school-age programs andjor full-time preschool programs are all appropriate. 4. Cultural Arts Facilities - One of the primary desired facilities for the Phase II Plan Area is a cultural arts center (CAC). The CAC is envisioned as a major community gathering area, as well as the visual focal point of the Bernal Property, with various cultural and educational facilities for people of all ages. The architecture should be inspiring, creating a visually stimulating landmark. Bl