San Ramon won’t preserve vacant restaurant building at Crow Canyon Gardens

After more than two years of trying to chart a course for Crow Canyon Gardens, the San Ramon City Council decided Tuesday to demolish the old Mudd’s restaurant and reject a nonprofit’s proposal to transform the site into a hub for classes and events.

The council debated whether Mudd’s — which closed in 2008 — was practical for renovation or had enough historical value to keep. Members voted 4-1 to accept recommendations from the city’s Parks and Community Services Commission to “adopt a vision for Crow Canyon Gardens that retains the peaceful atmosphere, serene environment, and emphasis on nature.”