Letter to Editor: Resident Wants Community to Understand the Facts on Measure K

Dear Editor,

By voting yes on Measure K, the citizens of Pleasanton will be taking a strong stand on protecting our local neighborhoods, schools, open space, surrounding hillsides and yes—Measure PP.

Well-meaning, but misguided intentions to vote down the current plan will simply result in another plan. A no vote means the development process will start over again with a new plan to build out the property, one that may not be as compatible with our city.

Make no mistake, the Lund II property will be developed. It has been part of our general plan for more than twenty years. By voting yes on Measure K, our community keeps the housing footprint of Lund II at 43 units, down from a potential of 143 for which the site is zoned. Further, of the 195 acres, 89.5% will remain permanent open space with trails for all to enjoy.

Don’t be fooled, do your research as our planning commission, city staff and council has over the previous 4 years and 14 public hearings. Measure K is good policy and deserves your vote. Please vote yes on Measure K.

Bill Spain, Pleasanton resident