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CC 09-17-2024 Oral CommunicationsCC 09-17-2024 Oral Communications Written Communications From:Venkat Ranganathan To:City Clerk; City Council; Cupertino City Manager"s Office Subject:Re: 5G Cell tower questions Date:Monday, September 16, 2024 9:21:14 AM Attachments:image001.png CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. This is the response from Bill Hammett from Hammett-Edison Consulting Engineers, who performed the radiation test. I disable WiFi and otherwise use tools that can provide lower level details of the communication (and other system aspects of the iphone) and sometimes the connection does go to LTE much less 5G. Not sure it is fully active yet - will try to measure radiation when it is marked active. Thanks Venkat ==== Venkat - Thanks for your note. I can’t speak to the City’s map, but we confirmed the site was in operation when we visited with a bucket truck to take measurements at the antennas. Anecdotally, some people have had to switch wifi off on their phones to see the ‘5G’ or ‘wideband’ icon appear. And yes, the readings of fractions of a milliwatt/cm2 are indeed typical at the sites we’ve measured in Cupertino. Our records also show that an antenna for 4G service was originally proposed, but it was not installed, or is inactive if it was, based on our bucket truck measurements at the antennas. I hope these comments are helpful. Regards, Bill ===== From: Venkat Ranganathan <n.r.v@live.com> Sent: Friday, September 13, 2024 8:37 AM To: cityclerk@cupertino.gov <cityclerk@cupertino.gov> Subject: Fwd: 5G Cell tower questions Please include the forwarded email for written communications in the next council meeting. Thanks Venkat From: Venkat Ranganathan <n.r.v@live.com> Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2024 9:21:06 PM To: cityclerk@cupertino.gov <cityclerk@cupertino.gov>; citycouncil@cupertino.gov <citycouncil@cupertino.gov>; Cupertino City Manager's Office <manager@cupertino.org> Subject: 5G Cell tower questions Dear Council I wanted to know what is the real status of 5G cell towers that are in state permitted? I got a call to perform complementary radio frequency measurement in my home from Hammett & Edison, Inc (I have also contact him) and showed that there is 1 microwatt/cm2 near the bedroom, which is 20ft from the Tower, which is below the normal and if we move farther away, the radiation level reaches 0. Also, according to the engineer, who helped with checking the radiation, it is only 5G antenna there, but my RF meters that can detect RF signals up to 10GHz also measured RF which was in sync with what he was measuring – He went and checked the RF signal frequency used by Verizon 5G small tower is 28GHz, beyond the range of my meter but still it was getting picked up. From the initial letters from Verizon and discussions with the city, the cell tower was 5G+4G. So, is It a 5G+4G antenna there or only a 5G antennae? Is it operational or still in permitted state only? I am assuming it is not fully operational because the iphone that I bought specifically for testing this with Verizon plan is still not showing the UWB range (which I see for example, when I go to the CVS or Starbucks). If it is in permitted state and not active, not sure what is emitting the 1 microwatt/sq.cm RF radiation? Also, if it is only permitted and not yet active, will the RF radiation check will be done again? When I used another EMF measuring device that detects the type of device emitting the radiation, it was saying mixed use (possibly because the device is not equipped to understand small cell towers). From:Harsha Aswath To:City Council; City Clerk; Pamela Wu; Piu Ghosh (she/her); City of Cupertino Planning Dept.; Luke Connolly; Benjamin Fu Subject:Opposition to Proposed Development at 20739 Scofield Drive Date:Sunday, September 15, 2024 6:08:09 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Council and Planning Commission, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed development at 20739 Scofield Drive. While I understand the need for affordable housing, this project poses significant safety risks and is not appropriate for our neighborhood. With only 4 of the 20 units designated as affordable, the project clearly prioritizes personal profit over community well-being. Its proximity to Faria Elementary raises serious concerns, as Scofield Drive already experiences heavy traffic and lacks sidewalks, putting children walking to and from school in danger. Adding 20 housing units and the additional cars they will bring will only worsen these risks. Furthermore, the scale and density of this development are out of place in our neighborhood and threaten to negatively impact the character of our community. I urge you to reject this proposal to protect the safety, character, and future of Cupertino. Thank you for your consideration. Dear City Clerk, Please include in written communications for the next city council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Resident, Cupertino From:Vinita Reddy To:City Council; Cupertino City Manager"s Office; David Stillman; City Clerk Subject:Urgent Request to Halt De Anza Blvd Lane Reduction Project Pending Comprehensive Review Date:Saturday, September 14, 2024 11:22:46 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Clerk, Please include the below in written communications for the next city council meeting. Dear David, Chad, Manager Wu, and Council Members, Thank you for engaging with the community during last night’s session. The feedback you’ve received from hundreds of concerned residents reflects a growing sense of unease about the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project. I urge you to pause the project immediately until several crucial steps are taken to ensure it aligns with the needs and best interests of Cupertino residents. First and foremost, I am requesting that all traffic studies and related reports be made available to the public. Transparency is non-negotiable for a project of this scope, and withholding or limiting access to critical data erodes public trust. I am particularly concerned about the apparent lack of a thorough, publicly disclosed analysis of the impact on east- west traffic, which predominantly affects Cupertino residents. The proposed lane reductions seem to prioritize north- south traffic—likely comprised of inter-city commuters—at the expense of local residents who depend on efficient east-west routes for daily travel. Penalizing Cupertino residents for the benefit of non-local commuters is an unacceptable outcome. Before this project can move forward, I strongly and respectfully implore you to take the following steps: 1. Publish all traffic studies, including the full scope of data collection and analysis. This should include identifying any gaps in the research or additional tests that were not conducted but should have been. A project of this scale demands the highest level of scrutiny, and the public deserves to understand the full picture. 2. Conduct further traffic studies, with a focus on east-west traffic impacts, and provide the community with a detailed analysis of the findings. Without this, the project risks creating lasting, negative consequences for local traffic patterns. 3. Schedule follow-up community meetings to present the results of these studies and allow for meaningful dialogue before any further action is taken. Public input is critical, and the community must be fully informed and heard. 4. Review the impact of buffered bike lanes on Stevens Creek Blvd to assess the real-world outcomes of a similar project. Has bicycle usage meaningfully increased? Do we have metrics to support the justification for additional lane reductions on major roads like De Anza Blvd? If no such data exists, I urge you to gather it before proceeding. In the absence of clear metrics showing substantial benefits, it is premature to impose similar changes on De Anza Blvd. Without these steps, it is impossible to justify moving forward with this project. I strongly request that the City halt any further work on the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project until these actions are completed. With over 60,000 residents in Cupertino, this decision will affect far more drivers than cyclists, and the interests of the broader community must take precedence. A small fraction of the population may benefit from this change, but it is the majority who will bear the brunt of any negative consequences. While I support the goal of promoting bicycle safety, this must not come at the expense of sound traffic management or the convenience and safety of the vast majority of Cupertino residents. I trust that you will give this matter the serious consideration it deserves and will act in the best interests of our community by halting the project until a more comprehensive, balanced approach can be taken. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your urgent and immediate actions on the above and your commitment to halt this project until these steps are taken. Sincerely, Vinita Reddy From:Yeming Wu To:City Council; City Clerk; Pamela Wu; Piu Ghosh (she/her); City of Cupertino Planning Dept.; Luke Connolly; Benjamin Fu Subject:Opposition to Proposed Development at 20739 Scofield Drive Date:Saturday, September 14, 2024 8:48:46 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Council and Planning Commission, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed development at 20739 Scofield Drive. While I understand the need for affordable housing, this project poses significant safety risks and is not appropriate for our neighborhood. With only 4 of the 20 units designated as affordable, the project clearly prioritizes personal profit over community well-being. Its proximity to Faria Elementary raises serious concerns, as Scofield Drive already experiences heavy traffic and lacks sidewalks, putting children walking to and from school in danger. Adding 20 housing units and the additional cars they will bring will only worsen these risks. Furthermore, the scale and density of this development are out of place in our neighborhood and threaten to negatively impact the character of our community. I urge you to reject this proposal to protect the safety, character, and future of Cupertino. Thank you for your consideration. Dear City Clerk, Please include in written communications for the next city council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Resident, Cupertino Dr. Ye-Ming Wu, DDS, MS, MDiv, DMin Clinical Professor, UCSF Pastor, Agape Asian Mission President, Agape Dental Group From:bswetha@gmail.com To:City Council; Cupertino City Manager"s Office; David Stillman; Chad Mosley; City Clerk Subject:Urgent Request to Halt De Anza Blvd Lane Reduction Project Pending Comprehensive Review Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 8:31:22 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Clerk, Please include the below in written communications for the next city council meeting. Dear David, Chad, Manager Wu, and Council Members, Thank you for engaging with the community during last night’s session. The feedback you’ve received from hundreds of concerned residents reflects a growing sense of unease about the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project. I urge you to pause the project immediately until several crucial steps are taken to ensure it aligns with the needs and best interests of Cupertino residents. First and foremost, I am requesting that all traffic studies and related reports be made available to the public. Transparency is non-negotiable for a project of this scope, and withholding or limiting access to critical data erodes public trust. I am particularly concerned about the apparent lack of a thorough, publicly disclosed analysis of the impact on east- west traffic, which predominantly affects Cupertino residents. The proposed lane reductions seem to prioritize north- south traffic—likely comprised of inter-city commuters—at the expense of local residents who depend on efficient east-west routes for daily travel. Penalizing Cupertino residents for the benefit of non-local commuters is an unacceptable outcome. Before this project can move forward, I strongly and respectfully implore you to take the following steps: 1. Publish all traffic studies, including the full scope of data collection and analysis. This should include identifying any gaps in the research or additional tests that were not conducted but should have been. A project of this scale demands the highest level of scrutiny, and the public deserves to understand the full picture. 2. Conduct further traffic studies, with a focus on east-west traffic impacts, and provide the community with a detailed analysis of the findings. Without this, the project risks creating lasting, negative consequences for local traffic patterns. 3. Schedule follow-up community meetings to present the results of these studies and allow for meaningful dialogue before any further action is taken. Public input is critical, and the community must be fully informed and heard. 4. Review the impact of buffered bike lanes on Stevens Creek Blvd to assess the real-world outcomes of a similar project. Has bicycle usage meaningfully increased? Do we have metrics to support the justification for additional lane reductions on major roads like De Anza Blvd? If no such data exists, I urge you to gather it before proceeding. In the absence of clear metrics showing substantial benefits, it is premature to impose similar changes on De Anza Blvd. Without these steps, it is impossible to justify moving forward with this project. I strongly request that the City halt any further work on the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project until these actions are completed. With over 60,000 residents in Cupertino, this decision will affect far more drivers than cyclists, and the interests of the broader community must take precedence. A small fraction of the population may benefit from this change, but it is the majority who will bear the brunt of any negative consequences. While I support the goal of promoting bicycle safety, this must not come at the expense of sound traffic management or the convenience and safety of the vast majority of Cupertino residents. I trust that you will give this matter the serious consideration it deserves and will act in the best interests of our community by halting the project until a more comprehensive, balanced approach can be taken. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your urgent and immediate actions on the above and your commitment to halt this project until these steps are taken. Sincerely, Swetha Sent from my iPhone From:Sanjeev Verma To:City Council; Cupertino City Manager"s Office; David Stillman; Chad Mosley; City Clerk Subject:Urgent Request to Halt De Anza Blvd Lane Reduction Project Pending Comprehensive Review Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 4:15:48 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Clerk, Please include the below in written communications for the next city council meeting. Dear David, Chad, Manager Wu, and Council Members, Thank you for engaging with the community during last night’s session. The feedback you’ve received from hundreds of concerned residents reflects a growing sense of unease about the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project. I urge you to pause the project immediately until several crucial steps are taken to ensure it aligns with the needs and best interests of Cupertino residents. First and foremost, I am requesting that all traffic studies and related reports be made available to the public. Transparency is non-negotiable for a project of this scope, and withholding or limiting access to critical data erodes public trust. I am particularly concerned about the apparent lack of a thorough, publicly disclosed analysis of the impact on east-west traffic, which predominantly affects Cupertino residents. The proposed lane reductions seem to prioritize north-south traffic—likely composed of inter-city commuters—at the expense of local residents who depend on efficient east-west routes for daily travel. Penalizing Cupertino residents for the benefit of non-local commuters is an unacceptable outcome. Before this project can move forward, I strongly and respectfully implore you to take the following steps: 1. Publish all traffic studies, including the full scope of data collection and analysis. This should include identifying any gaps in the research or additional tests that were not conducted but should have been. A project of this scale demands the highest level of scrutiny, and the public deserves to understand the full picture. 2. Conduct further traffic studies, with a focus on east-west traffic impacts, and provide the community with a detailed analysis of the findings. Without this, the project risks creating lasting, negative consequences for local traffic patterns. 3. Schedule follow-up community meetings to present the results of these studies and allow for meaningful dialogue before any further action is taken. Public input is critical, and the community must be fully informed and heard. 4. Review the impact of buffered bike lanes on Stevens Creek Blvd to assess the real-world outcomes of a similar project. Has bicycle usage meaningfully increased? Do we have metrics to support the justification for additional lane reductions on major roads like De Anza Blvd? If no such data exists, I urge you to gather it before proceeding. In the absence of clear metrics showing substantial benefits, it is premature to impose similar changes on De Anza Blvd. Without these steps, it is impossible to justify moving forward with this project. I strongly request that the City halt any further work on the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project until these actions are completed. With over 60,000 residents in Cupertino, this decision will affect far more drivers than cyclists, and the interests of the broader community must take precedence. A small fraction of the population may benefit from this change, but it is the majority who will bear the brunt of any negative consequences. While I support the goal of promoting bicycle safety, this must not come at the expense of sound traffic management or the convenience and safety of the vast majority of Cupertino residents. I trust that you will give this matter the serious consideration it deserves and will act in the best interests of our community by halting the project until a more comprehensive, balanced approach can be taken. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your urgent and immediate actions on the above and your commitment to halt this project until these steps are taken. Sincerely, Sanjeev Verma From:Deepa Mahendraker To:City Council; Cupertino City Manager"s Office; David Stillman; Chad Mosley; City Clerk Subject:Urgent Request to Halt De Anza Blvd Lane Reduction Project Pending Comprehensive Review Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 3:18:50 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Clerk, Please include the below in written communications for the next city council meeting. Dear David, Chad, Manager Wu, and Council Members, Thank you for engaging with the community during last night’s session. The feedback you’ve received from hundreds of concerned residents reflects a growing sense of unease about the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project. I urge you to pause the project immediately until several crucial steps are taken to ensure it aligns with the needs and best interests of Cupertino residents. First and foremost, I am requesting that all traffic studies and related reports be made available to the public. Transparency is non-negotiable for a project of this scope, and withholding or limiting access to critical data erodes public trust. I am particularly concerned about the apparent lack of a thorough, publicly disclosed analysis of the impact on east- west traffic, which predominantly affects Cupertino residents. The proposed lane reductions seem to prioritize north- south traffic—likely comprised of inter-city commuters—at the expense of local residents who depend on efficient east-west routes for daily travel. Penalizing Cupertino residents for the benefit of non-local commuters is an unacceptable outcome. Before this project can move forward, I strongly and respectfully implore you to take the following steps: 1. Publish all traffic studies, including the full scope of data collection and analysis. This should include identifying any gaps in the research or additional tests that were not conducted but should have been. A project of this scale demands the highest level of scrutiny, and the public deserves to understand the full picture. 2. Conduct further traffic studies, with a focus on east-west traffic impacts, and provide the community with a detailed analysis of the findings. Without this, the project risks creating lasting, negative consequences for local traffic patterns. 3. Schedule follow-up community meetings to present the results of these studies and allow for meaningful dialogue before any further action is taken. Public input is critical, and the community must be fully informed and heard. 4. Review the impact of buffered bike lanes on Stevens Creek Blvd to assess the real-world outcomes of a similar project. Has bicycle usage meaningfully increased? Do we have metrics to support the justification for additional lane reductions on major roads like De Anza Blvd? If no such data exists, I urge you to gather it before proceeding. In the absence of clear metrics showing substantial benefits, it is premature to impose similar changes on De Anza Blvd. Without these steps, it is impossible to justify moving forward with this project. I strongly request that the City halt any further work on the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project until these actions are completed. With over 60,000 residents in Cupertino, this decision will affect far more drivers than cyclists, and the interests of the broader community must take precedence. A small fraction of the population may benefit from this change, but it is the majority who will bear the brunt of any negative consequences. While I support the goal of promoting bicycle safety, this must not come at the expense of sound traffic management or the convenience and safety of the vast majority of Cupertino residents. I trust that you will give this matter the serious consideration it deserves and will act in the best interests of our community by halting the project until a more comprehensive, balanced approach can be taken. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your urgent and immediate actions on the above and your commitment to halt this project until these steps are taken. Sincerely, Deepa Mahendraker Sent from my iPhone From:Kaihua Jiang To:City Council; City Clerk; Pamela Wu; Piu Ghosh (she/her); City of Cupertino Planning Dept.; Luke Connolly; Benjamin Fu Subject:Absolutely No!!!! Stop the disaster plan at 20739 Scofield Drive Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 11:12:22 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Council and Planning Commission, As a resident in the neighborhood, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed development at 20739 Scofield Drive as this would be a total disaster to the entire neighborhood and the Cupertino city. While I understand the need for affordable housing, this project poses significant safety risks and is not appropriate for our neighborhood. With only 4 of the 20 units designated as affordable, the project clearly prioritizes personal profit over community well-being. Its proximity to Faria Elementary raises serious concerns, as Scofield Drive already experiences heavy traffic and lacks sidewalks, putting children walking to and from school in danger. Adding 20 housing units and the additional cars they will bring will only worsen these risks. Furthermore, the scale and density of this development are out of place in our neighborhood and threaten to negatively impact the character of our community. I urge you to reject this proposal to protect the safety, character, and future of Cupertino. Thank you for your consideration. Dear City Clerk, Please include in written communications for the next city council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Resident, Cupertino From:Venkat Ranganathan To:City Clerk Subject:Fwd: 5G Cell tower questions Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 8:38:23 AM Attachments:image001.png RF Radiation detector 09122024.mp4 CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please include the forwarded email for written communications in the next council meeting. Thanks Venkat From: Venkat Ranganathan <n.r.v@live.com> Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2024 9:21:06 PM To: cityclerk@cupertino.gov <cityclerk@cupertino.gov>; citycouncil@cupertino.gov <citycouncil@cupertino.gov>; Cupertino City Manager's Office <manager@cupertino.org> Subject: 5G Cell tower questions Dear Council I wanted to know what is the real status of 5G cell towers that are in state permitted? I got a call to perform complementary radio frequency measurement in my home from Hammett & Edison, Inc (I have also contact him) and showed that there is 1 microwatt/cm2 near the bedroom, which is 20ft from the Tower, which is below the normal and if we move farther away, the radiation level reaches 0. Also, according to the engineer, who helped with checking the radiation, it is only 5G antenna there, but my RF meters that can detect RF signals up to 10GHz also measured RF which was in sync with what he was measuring – He went and checked the RF signal frequency used by Verizon 5G small tower is 28GHz, beyond the range of my meter but still it was getting picked up. From the initial letters from Verizon and discussions with the city, the cell tower was 5G+4G. So, is It a 5G+4G antenna there or only a 5G antennae? Is it operational or still in permitted state only? I am assuming it is not fully operational because the iphone that I bought specifically for testing this with Verizon plan is still not showing the UWB range (which I see for example, when I go to the CVS or Starbucks). If it is in permitted state and not active, not sure what is emitting the 1 microwatt/sq.cm RF radiation? Also, if it is only permitted and not yet active, will the RF radiation check will be done again? When I used another EMF measuring device that detects the type of device emitting the radiation, it was saying mixed use (possibly because the device is not equipped to understand small cell towers). From:Santosh Rao To:David Stillman; Chad Mosley; Pamela Wu; City Council; Tina Kapoor Cc:City Clerk Subject:Traffic study on DeAnza Blvd. Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 7:17:15 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Subject: Urgent Request to Halt De Anza Blvd Lane Reduction Project Pending Comprehensive Review Dear City Clerk, Please include the below in written communications for the next city council meeting. Dear David, Chad, Manager Wu, and Council Members, Thank you for engaging with the community during last night’s session. The feedback you’ve received from hundreds of concerned residents reflects a growing sense of unease about the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project. I urge you to pause the project immediately until several crucial steps are taken to ensure it aligns with the needs and best interests of Cupertino residents. First and foremost, I am requesting that all traffic studies and related reports be made available to the public. Transparency is non-negotiable for a project of this scope, and withholding or limiting access to critical data erodes public trust. I am particularly concerned about the apparent lack of a thorough, publicly disclosed analysis of the impact on east-west traffic, which predominantly affects Cupertino residents. The proposed lane reductions seem to prioritize north-south traffic—likely comprised of inter-city commuters—at the expense of local residents who depend on efficient east-west routes for daily travel. Penalizing Cupertino residents for the benefit of non-local commuters is an unacceptable outcome. Before this project can move forward, I strongly and respectfully implore you to take the following steps: 1. Publish all traffic studies, including the full scope of data collection and analysis. This should include identifying any gaps in the research or additional tests that were not conducted but should have been. A project of this scale demands the highest level of scrutiny, and the public deserves to understand the full picture. 2. Conduct further traffic studies, with a focus on east-west traffic impacts, and provide the community with a detailed analysis of the findings. Without this, the project risks creating lasting, negative consequences for local traffic patterns. 3. Schedule follow-up community meetings to present the results of these studies and allow for meaningful dialogue before any further action is taken. Public input is critical, and the community must be fully informed and heard. 4. Review the impact of buffered bike lanes on Stevens Creek Blvd to assess the real-world outcomes of a similar project. Has bicycle usage meaningfully increased? Do we have metrics to support the justification for additional lane reductions on major roads like De Anza Blvd? If no such data exists, I urge you to gather it before proceeding. In the absence of clear metrics showing substantial benefits, it is premature to impose similar changes on De Anza Blvd. Without these steps, it is impossible to justify moving forward with this project. I strongly request that the City halt any further work on the De Anza Blvd Buffered Bike Lane project until these actions are completed. With over 60,000 residents in Cupertino, this decision will affect far more drivers than cyclists, and the interests of the broader community must take precedence. A small fraction of the population may benefit from this change, but it is the majority who will bear the brunt of any negative consequences. While I support the goal of promoting bicycle safety, this must not come at the expense of sound traffic management or the convenience and safety of the vast majority of Cupertino residents. I trust that you will give this matter the serious consideration it deserves and will act in the best interests of our community by halting the project until a more comprehensive, balanced approach can be taken. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I look forward to your urgent and immediate actions on the above and your commitment to halt this project until these steps are taken. Sincerely, San Rao Cupertino Resident Driving on DeAnza Blvd daily since 1998 From:Wenyi Fei To:City Council; City Clerk; Pamela Wu; Piu Ghosh (she/her); City of Cupertino Planning Dept.; Luke Connolly; Benjamin Fu Subject:Opposition to Proposed Development at 20739 Scofield Drive Date:Friday, September 13, 2024 1:03:49 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Council and Planning Commission, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed development at 20739 Scofield Drive. While I understand the need for affordable housing, this project poses significant safety risks and is not appropriate for our neighborhood. With only 4 of the 20 units designated as affordable, the project clearly prioritizes personal profit over community well-being. Its proximity to Faria Elementary raises serious concerns, as Scofield Drive already experiences heavy traffic and lacks sidewalks, putting children walking to and from school in danger. Adding 20 housing units and the additional cars they will bring will only worsen these risks. Furthermore, the scale and density of this development are out of place in our neighborhood and threaten to negatively impact the character of our community. I urge you to reject this proposal to protect the safety, character, and future of Cupertino. Thank you for your consideration. Dear City Clerk, Please include in written communications for the next city council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Resident, Cupertino Get Outlook for Android From:jackiejackson808@gmail.com To:City Council; City Clerk; Pamela Wu; Piu Ghosh (she/her); City of Cupertino Planning Dept.; Luke Connolly; Benjamin Fu Subject:Opposition to Proposed Development at 20739 Scofield Drive Date:Thursday, September 12, 2024 5:03:35 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Council and Planning Commission, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed development at 20739 Scofield Drive. While I understand the need for affordable housing, this project poses significant safety risks and is not appropriate for our neighborhood. With only 4 of the 20 units designated as affordable, the project clearly prioritizes personal profit over community well-being. Its proximity to Faria Elementary raises serious concerns, as Scofield Drive already experiences heavy traffic and lacks sidewalks, putting children walking to and from school in danger. Adding 20 housing units and the additional cars they will bring will only worsen these risks. Furthermore, the scale and density of this development are out of place in our neighborhood and threaten to negatively impact the character of our community. I urge you to reject this proposal to protect the safety, character, and future of Cupertino. Thank you for your consideration. Dear City Clerk, Please include in written communications for the next city council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Resident, Cupertino Sent from my iPhone From:Gi Ti To:City Council; City Clerk; Pamela Wu; Piu Ghosh (she/her); City of Cupertino Planning Dept.; Luke Connolly; Benjamin Fu Subject:Opposition to Proposed Development at 20739 Scofield Drive Date:Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:10:27 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear City Council and Planning Commission, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed development at 20739 Scofield Drive. While I understand the need for affordable housing, this project poses significant safety risks and is not appropriate for our neighborhood. With only 4 of the 20 units designated as affordable, the project clearly prioritizes personal profit over community well-being. Its proximity to Faria Elementary raises serious concerns, as Scofield Drive already experiences heavy traffic and lacks sidewalks, putting children walking to and from school in danger. Adding 20 housing units and the additional cars they will bring will only worsen these risks. Furthermore, the scale and density of this development are out of place in our neighborhood and threaten to negatively impact the character of our community. I urge you to reject this proposal to protect the safety, character, and future of Cupertino. Thank you for your consideration. Dear City Clerk, Please include in written communications for the next city council meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, Resident, Cupertino Sent from my iPhone