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From:Cindy McCormick
To:City Clerk
Subject:FW: EXTERNAL - Electronic billboard on Auto Mall Parkway
Date:Monday, March 20, 2023 12:47:33 PM
FYI
From: Planning Division (Public) <planningdivision@cityofgilroy.org>
Sent: Monday, March 20, 2023 12:47 PM
To: Cindy McCormick <Cindy.McCormick@ci.gilroy.ca.us>
Subject: FW: EXTERNAL - Electronic billboard on Auto Mall Parkway
Hello Cindy,
I am not too sure if you received the email below. I figured I would send it over just in case.
Kind regards,
Ariana
From: Mike Park
Sent: Monday, March 20, 2023 10:59 AM
To:
Cc: Planning Division (Public) <planningdivision@cityofgilroy.org>
Subject: EXTERNAL - Electronic billboard on Auto Mall Parkway
I wanted to express my opposition to the proposed electronic billboard facing 101 on Auto Mall
Parkway. The property owner and the billboard operator stand to profit while degrading quality of
life for the residents of Gilroy.
These types of billboards are distracting, intrusive and undermine the character of Gilroy as a
wholesome, inviting small town with a vibrant community that cares about the quality of life of its
residents and environs.
I've lived in Gilroy for the past 25 years. When I have friends in town, they invariably comment
about how great it is to come to South County, soak in the rural vibe and get away from the
trappings of the larger communities to the north. I say I still feel this way, even after all the years
we've lived here.
I strongly feel your approval of this illuminated eye sore will undermine the character of our city and
be detrimental to all but a few of our neighbors.
Please vote to reject this proposal. The residents of your city oppose its passage.
Respectfully,
Mike Park