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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Bill 1ALate7 02/08/2010.fit February 3, :201.0 t. ,. To: The Petaluma City. Council . L1 English Street' Petaluma, CA 94952 Regarding: construction of a. Target store DEB a s 2010 rr~~Y©~ While I appreciate the desire to retain:Petaluma's unique character, practical needs must be considered:as well,. particularly in these difficult. economic times: Comments have been made that Target might be inimical o current businesses. WHAT businesses? I try to shop in Petalumanas much as possible: I can certainly dine well here; and can enjoy the boutiques and antique shops, but; I needao go to Santa Rosa, Marin County; or; yes, the Rolinert Park Target for too many'actual NEEDS. 'I would rather my taxdollars went to Petaluma! Please do act more expeditiously: So the builders annoyed people by the lawsuit. Let's face it this. is_a major business, and businesses are used:to dealing EFFICIENTLY. Reacting emotionally is not a viable. option. Rather; please consider the actual project and the needs of the community, both 'for shopping opportunities and for income. This is particularly important as Target'has already been quoted in the Wall Street Journal as planning to cutback store expansion. 750 King Rd. Petaluma, CA .94952