Pulte Townhomes Development at S. Main Street

Expressed concerns about increased traffic, on-street parking problems, and pedestrian connections impacting The Pines neighborhood.

Opposed the project due to traffic, parking issues, and the loss of neighborhood-serving businesses and community services.

Questioned whether market-rate housing improves affordability and highlighted the loss of community gathering spaces at the South Bay Tech Center.

Expressed deep concern that redevelopment would disrupt local childcare and after-school programs relied upon by working parents.

Raised concerns about the loss of privacy from three-story buildings overlooking backyards and the removal of mature trees.

A 17-year-old resident living adjacent to the site opposed the project due to privacy loss and the elimination of youth extracurricular programs.

Detailed the extensive loss of healthcare providers, childcare, senior daycare, fitness centers, and places of worship housed in the Tech Center.

Emphasized the value of youth enrichment and athletic programs at the Tech Center and urged the commission to preserve spaces for children.

Owner of Ascend Fitness described services provided to youth, families, and first responders, requesting assistance in remaining in Milpitas.

Co-owner of Ascend Fitness stated they have been unable to find a comparable relocation site despite working with city staff.

Requested that the commission honor the site's mixed-use zoning and provide more time and support for business relocation.

Opposed the project citing school capacity pressures and the ongoing loss of community-serving businesses supporting resident well-being.

A 14-year business owner at the Tech Center urged commissioners to visit the site and consider the lack of comparable commercial space.

Spoke in support of preserving small businesses that contribute to youth development, family well-being, and community engagement.