Queen of Hearts Therapeutic Riding Center

Parent of an autistic 15-year-old who attends the center weekly; praised its professionalism, scheduling, parking management, and cleanliness, and asked the commission to approve the request.

Retired combat veteran and CEO of Reaching New Heights Foundation credited the center with helping him transition after being wounded in Iraq, and later donated a second speaker's time to describe how the ranch helped his daughter cope after his deployment.

A Marek... a nearby resident and horse owner who grew up walking past the center, expressed full support so long as parking remains manageable and construction doesn't obstruct residents.

A nine-month volunteer said the program is essential, not optional, for families and urged the commission to consider the human impact and allow the center to keep the space it needs.

Retired LA County deputy sheriff and board member described how equine therapy helped her autistic son grow into a US Marine, and asked for leniency for Robin's organization.