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Expressed concerns about e-bike safety, beach sand distribution, and fire department staffing models.

Strongly opposed the economic development overlay options, arguing they would erode village character, increase parking issues, and lead to high-rise hotels.

Property owner adjacent to the site asked about grading, privacy, noise, and lighting impacts.

Supported the spa's aesthetics and vibe, but voiced concern over existing street parking shortages.

Supported the spa project as an alternative to housing density, but complained about chronic parking violations from a nearby auto shop.

Discussed campaign sign thefts, thanked police for investigating, and later urged the council during the SIP hearing to prioritize historic preservation and infrastructure.

Expressed concern about state streamlining overriding local design controls and strongly criticized the provision of only a single parking space for a four-unit building.

Spoke on the importance of thoughtful, well-planned affordable housing in the region.

Shared historical perspective on the town, suggesting the city focus on helping existing small businesses and cleaning up El Camino Real rather than pushing for large new hotels.

Expressed concern over potential overdevelopment, noise, and loss of San Clemente's unique character, urging caution against becoming too much like neighboring cities.

Property owner spoke in favor of the project, highlighting the efforts made to balance design and landscape requirements.

Project architect presented the architectural design and explained that added landscaping and renderings addressed previous committee feedback.