©» CITY OF DALLAS ‘Tom Perkins, Esa, ‘September 7, 2010 City Attomey Dallas City Hall 1500 Marilla Street, Room 7DN Dallas, Texas 75201 RE: City of Dallas v. TCI WestBnd, nc., 160" Distict Court, Dallas County, Texas ‘WestBnd Train Depot ‘Dear Mr, Peeki On behalf of the Dallas Landmark Commission, 1 would like to express our congratulations and thanks for the steadfast and diligent prosecution by the City Attorney's Office of the abovereferenced suit to a successful jury verdict. Please extend our congratulations to Cris Caso of your office and his entire tial team. ‘The successful prosecution of this highprofle case sends an important message to property owners who would intentionally and dlenty float the cys historic preservation trdinances for ther own convenience and profit. You have sent aloud and clear message that the City will not tolerate such conduct and will enforce its preservation ordinances. Your allocation of staf resources to this case and the dedication of your staff to achieving this ‘ntcome through several years of litigation ae to be commended. Such efforts and support axe ‘tcl to the Landmark Commission's ability to carry out its charge to protect and preserve the City of Dallas’ architectural an cultral heritage forthe bncft of its citizens and visitors. Sincerely, OS Gtx Chris Gonzales Chairman, Commission © The Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council Dallas Landmark Commission ‘Mr. Joe Aleantar, Chir, Plan Commission ‘Ms. Mary Sulim, City Manager Ms. Theresa O’Donnell, Director, Sustainable Development and Construction Dept. City Baitor, Dallas Momning News