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Urged the city to attract sit-down restaurants, medical jobs, and entertainment instead of storage facilities.

Addressed previous commission comments regarding traffic safety and school zones, emphasizing the importance of pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Voiced strong support for the Northgate Market project and requested expanded food offerings.

Shared community updates, commented on city projects, and discussed local issues.

Emphasized the need to evaluate projects against the 2040 general plan and consider cumulative impacts like air quality.

Strongly supported the project and praised investment by a family-owned business in Moreno Valley.

Expressed concerns about the project location directly behind her home and potential impacts on property values.

Raised concerns about recent planning approvals for gas stations and industrial facilities near schools and historic areas.

Spoke in support of the Penske project on behalf of Wabash National, noting that Penske is a valued business partner and major employer of Moreno Valley residents.

Shared historical perspective on Edgemont, praised Roger Penske's legacy, but urged the city to provide more detailed, transparent project presentations.

Supported the Penske project, noting the property's history of industrial vacancy and contamination, and commending the applicant's willingness to clean up the soil.

Expressed strong opposition to the Penske project, citing climate change concerns, negative impacts on the Edgemont community, and a poll showing residents reject more gas stations and similar uses.

Raised safety concerns regarding wildfire evacuation limits for a 134-home tract with only one entrance and proximity to logistics centers.

Voiced frustration over high housing costs paired with small lots and inadequate guest parking.

Criticized the general plan amendment and zone change for high density, small lots, and inadequate parking.

Requested rejection of the continuance because sudden schedule changes disadvantage residents trying to participate.

Criticized past developer agreements and delays associated with the Aquabella and World Logistics Center projects.

Urged the commission to deny continuances and hold developers accountable to firm timelines.

Emphasized the need for diverse career and educational opportunities for youth rather than continued warehouse development.

Suggested that if developers request rescheduling, they should be accommodated but held accountable.

Asked questions regarding Aquabella development project milestones, community benefits, and senior center construction.

Expressed community concerns regarding the unanimous planning commission denial of a proposed 24-hour McDonald's project.

Questioned the long-term vision for Moreno Valley regarding warehousing and cumulative environmental impacts.

Commercial broker in the plaza spoke against corporate exploitation and project impacts.

Shared community memories at Jose's and opposed adding another fast-food chain.

Warned applicant and landlord that community support extends to the entire center.

General manager of Jose's urged the commission to do the right thing and protect their livelihood.

Expressed strong opposition to the McDonald's project.

Voiced generational opposition to fast-food saturation and loss of community spaces.

Thirty-year veteran employee of Jose's asked the commission to pause and protect their livelihood.

Longtime resident opposed the project due to community loss, environmental impacts, and traffic.

Opposed replacing a long-standing family restaurant with a corporate fast-food chain.

Emphasized the community value of Jose's and urged common-sense planning decisions.

Questioned the city's long-term vision and appropriateness of fast-food development at the gateway.

Urged commissioners to exercise discretionary authority and protect community heritage.

Shared long-term residency perspective and support for local family dining.

Fellow commissioner speaking as resident noted fast-food disproportionality in District 2.

Spoke on behalf of the Sierra Club regarding general plan consistency and development impacts.

Criticized rubber-stamping of staff recommendations and raised warehouse and car wash over-saturation.

Opposed the proposed McDonald's, citing child safety, traffic congestion, and community needs for seniors.

Urged the commission to reject the McDonald's due to traffic, noise, and proximity to homes.

Legal counsel for the property owner spoke on the unlawful detainer judgments and lease status.

Owner of Jose's Mexican Food defended his business, lease history, and community contributions.

Discussed bicycle safety and the fiscal impacts of past city litigation.

Criticized city management and development agreements involving specific developers.

Expressed skepticism about the reality of large development projects moving forward in the city and raised concerns about building near the San Jacinto fault line.

Requested council review of moratorium language to protect industrial land uses and local employment.

Emphasized accountability for developers like Highland Fairview to fulfill project commitments.

Expressed community concerns regarding potential repurposing of warehouses for detention centers and urged scrutiny of developers.

Advocated for pragmatic coexistence with economic changes and warned against halting business growth.

Expressed concerns on behalf of a property owner regarding how the moratorium impacts projects already under review.

Questioned compliance with past agreements involving developers and recommended establishing a veterans advisory committee.

Praised national economic trends, supported the contractor licensing ordinance, and opposed warehouse moratoriums.