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Livermore
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Wine Country Inn Modifications on Arroyo Road

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Community sentiment

Supportive (9)Opposed (12)Concerned (7)

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Public comments
29
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Last discussed May 19, 2026.

Public comments (29)

ConcernedThomas DillingerMay 19, 2026

Expressed concern about the wine country motif, project naming inconsistencies, security, safety facilities, and entry grades.

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SupportiveDiana RobertsMay 19, 2026

Expressed support for the project on behalf of the Tri-Valley Conservancy due to the need for lodging and alignment with the South Livermore plan.

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ConcernedLothar MaierMay 19, 2026

Expressed concern about the proximity of specific housing units and the need for an agricultural buffer.

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OpposedTerry LandMay 19, 2026

Opposed the design change, arguing the cottages no longer reflect an upscale design and should undergo a full review.

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SupportiveMony NopMay 19, 2026

Supported the project for boosting local tourism, supporting the economy, and fitting the wine country character.

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SupportiveBeth McCormickMay 19, 2026

Supported the inn and suggested adding food service back into the plans.

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OpposedAnn YoungMay 19, 2026

Objected to potential special events and the scale of a possible restaurant.

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OpposedDennis O’BrienMay 19, 2026

Expressed fear that the project would turn into a trailer park, event center, or shelter, recommending rejection.

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OpposedRachel LeavertonMay 19, 2026

Objected to special events and restaurant operations due to traffic congestion, noise, and parking problems.

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OpposedMichelle DeplitchMay 19, 2026

Argued the project fails to embody a wine country vibe and cannot handle increased traffic.

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OpposedPeter YoungMay 19, 2026

Raised concerns about security, traffic, noise, potential events, and the larger overall footprint.

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ConcernedMadeline McmenamenMay 19, 2026

Requested a 30-day pause, citing dramatic changes from the prior plan and the need for rental restrictions.

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ConcernedPaul MansfieldMay 19, 2026

Suggested delaying the decision, clarifying mailboxes, banning stays over 29 days, and addressing fencing and emergency access.

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OpposedLinda MilaneseMay 19, 2026

Suggested visitors prefer downtown and called the project an eyesore.

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SupportiveBruce MackinleyMay 19, 2026

Expressed support for the proposed project.

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OpposedWill DeplitchMay 19, 2026

Opposed the project due to public safety, traffic, and parking concerns.

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OpposedRobin SherwoodMay 19, 2026

Stated the project is inappropriate and questioned building materials.

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SupportiveMatt SouzaMay 19, 2026

Strongly urged approval of the proposed plan.

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ConcernedJean KingMay 19, 2026

Initially supported open space but later suggested postponing the decision for vetting.

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OpposedCarol SilvaMay 19, 2026

Suggested the proposal is a new project requiring complete analysis.

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ConcernedDonna CabanneMay 19, 2026

Urged continuing the decision to allow document review and questioned the notice of exemption.

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ConcernedBernard CabanneMay 19, 2026

Urged conditions to prohibit unit modifications and raised noise and safety concerns.

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SupportiveKat WeissMay 19, 2026

Supported the project as a fabulous neighborhood addition.

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SupportiveJason LakeMay 19, 2026

Expressed overwhelming support on behalf of the Purple Orchid, citing its necessity for sustaining local vineyards and businesses.

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MixedDennis ElchensenMay 19, 2026

Supported the new plan but raised concerns about outdoor events and noise.

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OpposedBob AlleyMay 19, 2026

Preferred the original design and compared the new cottage layout to a trailer park.

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OpposedLori KriensMay 19, 2026

Supported a boutique hotel concept but objected to manufactured box structures.

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SupportiveAlan MarlingMay 19, 2026

Discussed the need for luxury hotels to support Livermore's future.

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SupportiveCharles MarkerMay 19, 2026

Discussed the South Livermore Area Plan, vineyard preservation, and reliance on visitors.

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