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studies relating to the Pointe Apartment Complex. Their light studies show the shortest day, the longest day and average day of the year. Committee Chair Davis asked that both light studies, from Matthews LLC and the APC, be submitted to the record. Councilmember Tim Scott asked about the heights of all City buildings in relation to the proposed development. Mr. Matthews responded that Matthews LLC is working on a height study. He also added that his building is twelve (12) feet taller than Hoffman Hotel which is two (2) blocks away from his proposed development. Mr. Matthews argued that his building will not drastically change the skyline of the City. Councilmember White asked what feedback Mr. Matthews has received from neighbors regarding the height of the building. Mr. Matthews responded that most concerns stem from the original planning staff report regarding the character of the neighborhood. Mr. Matthews added that he is largely invested and committed to character of the neighborhood, and that the design is largely based in respecting that character. Neighbors love the design of the proposed building. He went on to say there was no one to speak against the proposal at the APC and the neighborhood group is in favor of the proposal. He also shared the constraints of navigating the zoning process from a developer perspective. The zoning standards are out of date according to Matthews. Committee Chair Davis asked if there's been any special effort to reach out to the Pointe. Mr. Matthews responded that he spoke with the property manager, who is personally in favor, but she's waiting on the official corporate response from her boss. Committee Chair Davis thanked Mr. Matthews and transitioned to the public hearing starting with those in favor of Bill No. 41 -16. Jeffrey Borowski- 603 Manchester Dr., a long -time resident of South Bend who works in downtown South Bend. Mr. Borowski doesn't see any reason not to allow the development, in fact, he views the development as a great economic stimulus to area. Joseph Mittiga- 441 E. LaSalle, owner of Corby's Pub and longtime neighbor who welcomes the development. He's excited about the recent development and energy in the East Bank which gives him confidence to further invest in the neighborhood and his business. Sean Shank- 116 S. Taylor St., long time resident who understands how the City works. He sees the development proposal as an opportunity that the City should welcome. Any improvement that is brought to the City, in his opinion, should be voted for favorably. 7