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Proposed Uses Flying J- Overview Of the 10 million privately held companies based in the U.S., Flying J has the distinction of being ranked number 122 among Forbes' 500 Largest Private Companies for 1996, with operations consisting of 108 state-of-the-art Travel Plazas and fuel stops along highway systems in 34 states. The $5 to $7 million plazas are generally built on 20 to 25 acre sites and offer a wide range of-amenities for both the traveling public and the professional driver in one comprehensive facility. Known throughout the transportation industry as a pioneer in technology, Flying J's internal development of the most influential, high-tech information services, coupled with an intensely competitive pricing structure and a conviction to maintain immaculately clean facilities have propelled Flying J to the enviable position of leader in the highway hospitality industry with 1996 annual revenues exceeding $2.3 billion including fuel and excise taxes. Although a current leader and trend setter,Flying J fosters future progress with an ever expanding team of innovative professionals who are directed to aggressively pursuing a host of new products and services that will continue to revolutionize the nation's interstate hospitality industry. The ambitious leadership of Flying J combined with the commitment of a dedicated workforce positions Flying J to focus unequaled efforts in achieving its stated vision, that of becoming the premier highway hospitality marketing and services provider in the world! Proposed Uses- Lodi, California Facility The proposed Lodi, California Flying J travel plaza is to be located along I-5 at the intersection of State Route 12 and Thornton Road. Open 24 hours,this 19,400 square foot building incorporates and provides a full range of services for the local and traveling public. The facility will include a well stocked convenience store with quality fuel dispensed from 12 passenger car, 2 RV, and 12 diesel pumps. Our customers will also enjoy Flying J's unique RoadLink kiosks that provide fax& copy service, Rand McNalley routing information, pre-paid calling cards plus load matching services for professional drivers. A driver's lounge and game room as well as 15 immaculate private showers are also provided for the professional drivers convenience. The Lodi travel center will also include a Country Market Restaurant&Buffet that is designed to satisfy both our local and traveling clientele. Seating 208 guests,the Country Market restaurant will highlight an extensive variety of menu selections as well as an"all- you-can-eat"buffet. For the traveler who is in a hurry, Flying J will also provide a fast food court presenting Pepperoni's Pizza and will also include either Flying J's exclusive `Magic Dragon' presenting an oriental buffet or `Spanky's' our homestyle barbecue chicken bar.