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DocuSign Envelope ID: FB2F7682-5BDA-460E-90B9-116B981228FC ICRELATED Bristol To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this letter of support for the proposed Related Bristol mixed -use development because of the important economic and community benefits it will provide the businesses and residents in South Santa Ana. As a tenant of the existing shopping center, I believe Related Bristol with is vibrant mix of apartments, shops, restaurants, services and highly programmed outdoor green spaces will become.an exciting catalyst for overdue change. The current center is a half century old and many tenants agree it sorely needs a fresh, more walkable look and feel of an. urban village to better serve the growing local community and attract new customers from Santa Ana and across the region. Related Bristol will also address the ongoing concerns of safety and security, two high priorities for local business owners and residents alike. The Related Bristol developer has discussed publicly locating a substation for the Santa Ana Police Department at the project to help officers respond more quickly to public safety issues in the immediate area. Also, being discussed is the need fora community. center or meeting space that would be part of the project for use by Related Bristol businesses and residents.as well as local neighborhood groups and organizations. Both of these ideas are important, and along with the project's significant economic benefits, including 7,600 new jobs and a dramatic increase in tax revenue for Santa Ana, could become realities with the approval of Related Bristol. This is why I strongly support this development. The project developer has met with nearly all the existing tenants about their business needs going forward and many have expressed a desire to be part of Related Bristol's future; one that.promises to transform the current auto -centric center into a new pedestrian friendly hub for retail, services and dining. More than ever, people want safe, secure public places to gather to shop, enjoy life, connect with each other and build community. This is why I urge you to consider the positive and much -needed benefits of Related Bristol and approve this project. Thank you, Wf GQltRfu COMPANY: Hans' Homemade Ice Cream NAME: Cole Gatchell EMAIL: cole@hanshomemade.com ADDRESS: 3640 South Bristol, Santa Ana, CA 92704 X Yes, I am willing to speak publicly as a supporter of Related Bristol.