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Preliminary Planned Residential Development Planning Commission Report; 5-21-19 Page 21 (cont.)  Karen Kendrick (757 11th Ave NW). Is not in favor of the proposed residential density and would prefer a greater percentage be reserved for seniors. Believes the buildings are too tall, questions the BBB ratings of the builders, believes taxes will increase for existing residents as a result of the development, and is concerned with existing City debt.  Jo Morse (1405 29th Ave NW). Concerned that too many affordable units are being included in this project, and does not support the project density. Feels “the disregard for the current neighborhood is appalling."  Brandon Schmidt (2315 17th Ave NW). Concerned with the project, but strongly agrees with the need to increase housing in the City and supports mixed use. Believes that the area, because it is guided for mixed use, should require mixed uses throughout rather than predominantly residential to the north and commercial predominantly to the south within the district. Does not believe the development encourages walking.  Tania Rippberger (2973 Mississippi Street). Appreciates the City seeking the public’s opinions on this project and supports affordable housing, but believes this is too many affordable units in one location. Agrees with Jeffery Nelson’s suggested reduction in units.  Staci Johnson (103 30th Ave NW). Supports the redevelopment plan, and believes we need all levels of safe and affordable housing for everyone, and she appreciates the City’s making sure the site is developed with care and quality. She finds the plans are very high quality, and she applauds the City’s efforts. Staff Responses.  Planning for land uses is a long-term endeavor with various layers, and it’s very rare to encounter ANY development where the spectrum of decisions are all made at one time. In this case, the City’s Comprehensive Plans in the 80’s, 90’s, and 2000’s have identified the Old Highway 8 corridor as a primary target for redevelopment and a great location to address the City’s life-cycle housing needs. For the current Comp Plan, over two years of surveys, workshops, open houses, and meetings came to the same conclusions, and the planning process determined a mixed use neighborhood at the density being proposed is appropriate at this location. Accordingly, the primary review criteria for any development proposal on this land should be whether it adheres to goals, vision, and guidance of the new plan. Any inconsistencies with the Comp Plan will be identified in the various sections of this report.