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Applicant's Written Statement
a. What type of business, activity, or use are you proposing?
Veterinary Surgical Associates (VSA) was founded in 1992 and is the largest
veterinary surgical referral practice in the United States with three current
locations in Concord, San Mateo, and Campbell. We are nationally recognized
for our excellent reputation of providing the San Francisco Bay Area with the
highest quality veterinary care performed with consideration for our patients,
their human companions, our referring veterinarians, and the community we
serve. Our referral hospitals are beautifully designed with the absolute best for
the care of companion animals including: physical therapy, computed
tomography (CT), arthroscopy and joint replacement technology, ultrasound,
and digital radiography. We have a close alliance with Veterinary Medical
Specialists (VMS), founded in 2002 and which specializes in diagnosing and
managing the most difficult internal medicine and critical care cases, along
with their becoming a leading cancer center for companion animals in Northern
California.
The newly formed, but affiliated and co-owned, Tri-Valley Animal Emergency
Center will provide emergency care for family pets during hours that most
veterinary facilities are closed. Working 365 days a year during evening,
weekend and holiday hours, few services are more important to the pet owning
public.
The second floor of our building will be used mainly for storage and a -750
square foot conference room used for monthly staff meetings. There is future
potential for the utilization of some space upstairs for offices; however this would
not increase our staff or client numbers. Our management team, administrative
staff, and our financial office, are all located at our headquarters in Concord,
therefore, minimal administrative office space will be needed in Dublin.
b. How many employees will you have or propose to have?
Our Dublin location will open with approximately 12 employees, and grow over
future years to a total of perhaps 30 with no more than 15 present during any
shift.
c. What are your proposed hours and days of operation?
VSA and VMS hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:30AM-6:30PM, with
patient discharges occurring Saturday AM from 8 -10. The Emergency Center
will operate during alternate hours with our referral hospital and generally be
open M-F 6PM to 8AM, and 24 hours Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.
d. Will your business, activity, or use target a specific segment of the
community?
Our services directly serve the more than 50% of the area's households that own
one or more companion animals. Our specialty hospitals are referral based so
will act as an extension of the services provided by approximately 75 regional
general veterinary practices.
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e. In what ways will your business, activity, or use benefit the community?
The value of companion animals has been recognized, studied extensively, and
celebrated in every form the last few decades. From improving our health,
providing companionship, and teaching children critical life lessons - pet
ownership has become an essential component of family life for the majority of
Americans. Our practices provide the absolute best in veterinary care, at a level
equal to or above veterinary colleges such as UC Davis. We serve the pet
owning public, and also the family veterinarians who are the first line of
healthcare provision for these pets. Through these efforts we also act as public
health sentinels, monitoring and addressing any potential zoonotic disease
concerns. We are widely recognized as being an excellent employer and
community member, interested in promotion of the area's businesses,
neighborhoods, values.
f. Are there ways in which your business, activity, or use may disrupt the peace
of the surrounding residents or businesses?
No.
g. Will your business, activity, or use have any negative effects on the health or
safety of people residing or working in the vicinity?
No.
h. Will your business, activity, or use create any negative impacts on property,
transportation systems, or existing improvements in the neighborhood?
No.
i. Is the proposed project location on a hazardous waste and substances site?
No. The Phase I study that was done does not require further analysis.
Description of Project: (Include site area, uses, size and number of buildings, parking,
and number of dwelling units, scheduling, and any other information necessary or helpful
to understand the project. This attached description must be complete and accurate.
Exhibits or photographs should be identified and attached.)
Our project involves the development of a specialty veterinary referral practice
(Veterinary Surgical Associates and Veterinary Medical Specialists) at 7159 Amador
Plaza Road. Veterinary Surgical Associates (VSA) was founded in 1992 and is the
largest veterinary surgical referral practice in the United States with three current
locations in Concord, San Mateo, and Campbell. We are nationally recognized for our
excellent reputation of providing the San Francisco Bay Area with the highest quality
veterinary care performed with consideration for our patients, their human
companions, our referring veterinarians, and the community we serve. Our referral
hospitals are beautifully designed with the absolute best for the care of companion
animals including: physical therapy, computed tomography (CT), arthroscopy and
joint replacement technology, ultrasound, and digital radiography. We have a close
alliance with Veterinary Medical Specialists (VMS), founded in 2002 and which
specializes in diagnosing and managing the most difficult internal medicine and
critical care cases, along with their becoming a leading cancer center for companion
animals in Northern California.
The lot size is 0.74 acres and encompasses one building of 16,716 square feet. VSA &
VMS will share a total of -12,700 s.f. (though most of the 2nd story -1,700 s.f. will be
used primarily for storage) and an affiliated emergency veterinary facility will occupy
the remaining -4,000 square feet of the building. There are no residential dwelling
units on this property. There are currently 36 parking spaces and even though this is
more than adequate for our business (staffing and client flow), we are exploring the
possibility of a reciprocal parking agreement with the neighboring property owner.
Concerning scheduling, VSA and VMS hours of operation are Monday-Friday from
7:30AM-6:30PM, with patient discharges occurring Saturday AM from 8 -10. The
Emergency Center will operate during alternate hours with our referral hospital and
generally be open M-F 6PM to 8AM, and 24 hours Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.
Traffic Data
Our specialty hospital has a fairly low traffic volume evenly distributed between the
hours of 7:30A-6:30P. There is frequently a slight increase in client flow for patient
admission between the hours of 8-9A and again during common discharge hours
between 4P-6P. We are open on Saturday mornings with minimal staff from 8A-10A
specifically to discharge hospitalized patients.
The emergency clinic will be operational M-TH 6P-8A and they are open on the
weekends from Friday at 6P until Monday morning at 8A- all hours during which the
specialty hospital is closed. Emergency clinics typically have their highest client flow
between 6-8P, following closure of general practices, and 6-8A prior to our specialty
hospital's opening.
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