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Expressed concern that rules prohibiting double-dipping between grants might penalize collaborative joint ventures between Harvest Time and other entities.

Emphasized the importance of public transparency in grant processes and cautioned against behind-closed-doors working groups.

Suggested bringing back an informal working group format to gather input from agricultural stakeholders between official meetings.

Supported creating a transparent application process for grant funds to ensure proper tracking and community-wide access.

Shared concerns about how liquor licenses are granted to restaurants and questioned due diligence on downtown noise and development.

Expressed appreciation for the city's ongoing support of the Chamber of Commerce and local businesses through economic development grants.

Spoke on behalf of the Downtown Brentwood Coalition supporting funding for Oktoberfest and Santa in the Park.

Jenna, co-founder of the local discovery app Ventry, spoke about how discovery is fragmented for Brentwood shoppers and how her app has organically grown to 2,000 active users connecting residents with local businesses, farms, and events.

Representing the Downtown Brentwood Coalition, Kristen thanked the committee for past support and highlighted the economic impact of annual events like Oktoberfest and Santa in the Park, which boost downtown business sales by 20 to 50 percent.

Criticized council actions, business decorum, and municipal budgeting decisions.

Former executive director of the Downtown Brentwood Coalition spoke on the economic and placemaking benefits of the project.

Shared appreciation for a multi-selection food and gathering space like the Ferry Building.

Expressed support for developing the vacant dirt lot but raised mild concerns regarding amphitheater sound near residential areas.

Spoke on behalf of her family's farming heritage in Brentwood and praised the high-quality design of the proposed development.

Project architect from SDG Architects discussed architectural details, historical nods, and tower elements.

Strongly supported the project and advocated for later operating hours to accommodate mature adults.

Representing the property-owning Guerin family, spoke in full support of developing the site after years of vacancy.

Publisher of the Brentwood Press and 31-year resident praised the project for filling vacancies and improving a key gateway.

Expressed support for the project design but raised concerns regarding operating hours past 10 p.m. near residential areas.

Real estate investor endorsed the project for revitalizing an underperforming site.

Expressed lifelong residency and strong support for expanding downtown's footprint.

Google software engineer and resident stressed the local demand for an elevated public gathering space.

Expressed excitement for the family-friendly design, rooftop elements, and parking lot layout.

Shared a positive professional background working with the developer and praised the investment in downtown Brentwood.

Expressed support as a commercial real estate professional and former local business owner, highlighting strong consumer demand.

City planner with Walnut Creek and Brentwood resident endorsed the project as thoughtful infill development.

Expressed strong support for the Grove project, noting it will improve a long-standing eyesore and drive foot traffic to downtown.

Praised the project for creating community space and opportunities for small business entrepreneurs.

Architectural professional and local tenant praised the developer's community-first approach.

Lifetime resident and real estate broker endorsed Matt Hagar's local roots and vision.

Speaking as the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce president, endorsed the project for supporting boutique businesses and job creation.

Representing the Downtown Brentwood Coalition, expressed strong backing from local business owners.

Spoke on behalf of Shea Homes in support of the Orchard Grove North affordable housing agreement.

Criticized council member remote attendance and raised questions about development and oil drilling issues.