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March 3, 2005 Page 4 Wilson said that analysis of security and general lighting will be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in the land use compatibility and aesthetics sections. Friedl again emphasized that no action would be taken tonight, staff was requesting approval to proceed with EIR, and many environmental questions can not be answered at this point. James D. Gustafson, a homeowner in the Lang Ranch Community Park service area, said that a majority of homeowners, although not opposed to a park, are opposed to the scope of the park, including lights, a public address system, roller hockey facility and outdoor amphitheater. He urged the Board to consider public comments and scale back the scope of the park. He also spoke in opposition to special interest groups, and noted potential legal ramifications. Gibson stated that the District seeks to work on a communal, cooperative basis with all local groups, exclusive rights to parks are not part of this collaborative effort, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process provides for public participation, and no decision would be made tonight. John Short, Thousand Oaks resident and member of Thousand Oaks Little League, spoke in support of CPRD, Little League and other local groups and their very positive impact on the community. Bob Causey, Thousand Oaks resident and member of Little League and other local groups, said that athletics play an important role in youth development, more facilities are needed, and he appealed for a cooperative approach. Ted Breaks, Thousand Oaks resident and member of numerous community groups, stated his agreement with the two previous speakers. Chuck Huffer, Thousand Oaks resident and member of AYSO, stated his support of the process, and condemned pejorative labeling of community groups which help CRPD provide facilities for community youth.