From: Rochelle Rabin < rochelle. rabin15@gmail. com>
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Subject: Support for new housing at Sunbow
Mayor Casillas Salas -
Please accept this letter of support for the new homes planned for Sunbow. I’d very much like to be able to share these thoughts in person, but with a 2- year- old and a 4-year- old, I’m not sure that’ ll be possible.
Like you, my family has been part of this community for generations. My mom still talks about the hot summer days my aunts and her would walk down and spend all day at the Parkway Aquatic Pool. My sisters went to Feaster Elementary. As a kid I was lucky to be able to live next door to my great grandma, and every week we would walk up to the Chula Vista Public Library on F St, then take the 929 bus down to what used to be Target, and is now the Hobby Lobby. Marie Calendar' s was the place for family brunch after visiting my grandma in Fredericka Manor once my great- grandma moved to assisted living.
To now bring it all full circle and raise my two boys here. We own several properties in town and, all in all, have been pleased with the changes we’ve seen over the years.
I was disappointed to learn of the Planning Commission’ s short- sided decision on the Sunbow amendment. They failed to look at the city holistically and didn’ t consider the plans for its future. I’m intrigued by the vision for the University and Innovation District, and believe that continued investment and revitalization will keep the city moving forward. The kind of industrial that would come to Sunbow wouldn’ t be the likes of Apple or Google as some have opined. Should Chula Vista garner the attention of a large tech company like that, it doesn’ t take much imagination to assume it’d be encouraged to occupy space in the University district. But I ask… where would all these people live? I’m very lucky to have deep roots in this community that have afforded me with the opportunity to own my own home here, and have rental properties. However, a lot of my friends are not as fortunate.
Please don’ t make the same mistake as the Planning Commission. I hope that you and the other members of the City Council vote yes when this project comes before you in the coming weeks.
Rochelle Rabin
269 Aventura Dr.
Chula Vista, CA 91914
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Subject: Support for Sunbow
Hello –
As with any development project fear of the unknown has resulted in a lot of misconceptions floating around about the changes in process for Sunbow. I too was nervous when I first learned about these plans, but after doing a little research on my own, I’d like to share my support for this project. I’ve lived about a mile or so east of this site since ’ 96, and I appreciate that Sunbow is saving so much open space.
I think I read something like 65% of the site will be preserved.
I also like that they are building homes for the often- forgotten middle market. My own kids are grown now, but I love the idea of continuing to invest in the schools and parks that make Chula Vista such a great place to raise a family.
Cleo Thrower
2165 Caminito Rinaldo # 109
Chula Vista Ca 91915
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Subject: 8/ 10 Sunbow Support
Attention City Council:
I read about the latest Sunbow project in the paper and wanted to share my support. I understand some of the concerns being expressed, but access to safe, affordable, housing continues to be an important issue in our region, especially for working families, veterans and seniors. Sunbow aims to address this problem by converting a vacant parcel into attainable homes and recreation space. When so many developers aim to maximize their profits by filling every square inch with homes, I like that this project includes lots of parks and preserved open space.
I also heard that roughly 70 affordable units are set to expire, but this project will make it possible for low-income seniors to remain in their homes and continue to age in place.
I’m not sure if this extension is possible without this project, but the thought of these people being evicted because they’re no longer able to afford their rent on a fixed income is just heartbreaking.
Thanks for the opportunity to provide comments.
Stephanie Tillman
1092 Strawberry Valley Drive
Chula Vista, CA 91913
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Subject: Vote yes on Sunbow
To whom it may concern,
Olympic Parkway was designed and constructed as a “scenic roadway” and residential corridor to serve the Sunbow, Rancho del Rey, EastLake and Otay Ranch communities. I’m so pleased that, with City approval, that scenic roadway will be preserved. I like how the project is set back from the roadway so that the views through this area for the community at- large are preserved.
I support this amendment and am hoping for some good news about its approval.
Sincerely,
Isaac Gomez
988 Maria way
Chula Vista 91911
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Subject: Sunbow support.
Hello Mayor Salas and Council members,
I’m writing to share my support of the updates to Sunbow. I’ve lived in Chula Vista for 35 years, born and raised these new homes make more sense for this site than industrial would. I worry that bringing industrial to this location would change the character of this area. To think that something like a large factory or storage facility could be built here makes me especially glad that Sunbow is suggesting a change. I hope you vote to support this project. It is much more appropriate for our neighborhood. Sincerely,
Isaac Gomez
988 Maria Way
Chula Vista 91911
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Subject: 8/ 10 Public Comment
Dear Chula Vista City Council,
I support these new houses because having a factory or something here would bring big trucks and heavy machinery to an otherwise residential area. Traffic can already be a bit tough at times and slow rumbling trucks will only make this worse. I also read that new street lights are planned and that some developer fees can help bring improved signaling to our streets. Both of these improvements would make Olympic Parkway much more efficient. Please vote yes on this project.
Thank you for your consideration,
Isaac Gomez
988 Maria Way
Chula Vista 91911
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Subject: 8/ 10 Public Comment
I just learned about this project from my friend Isaac. I agree with the comments he’s submitted below), and wanted to reiterate my support. I commute on Olympic Parkway and think these things would definitely help.
Juan Ramos
1830 Unit 2 Ascella Drive
Chula Vista, 91915
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Subject: 8/ 10 Public Comment
Dear Chula Vista City Council,
I support these new houses because having a factory or something here would bring big trucks and heavy machinery to an otherwise residential area. Traffic can already be a bit tough at t imes and slow rumbling trucks will only make this worse. I also read that new street lights are planned and that some developer fees can help bring improved signaling to our streets. Both of these improvements would make Olympic Parkway much more efficient. Please vote yes on this project.
Thank you for your consideration,
Isaac Gomez
988 Maria Way
Chula Vista 91911
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