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COMMISSION ON DISABILITY ISSUES
MEETING MINUTES OF
September 22, 2008
TIME
The meeting convened at 6:37 p.m.
PRESENT
Chair Lord-Hausman, Vice-Chair Moore, Commissioners Berger, Longley-Cook
Kirola, Fort, Krietz and Krongold.
ABSENT
Commissioner Robinson
MINUTES
The August 22, 2008 minutes were approved with corrections to Agenda items one, two and three
under Oral Communications/Non Agenda Items.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
There was no written communication.
NEW BUSINESS
Vice-Chair Moore requested that Agenda item number two under Old Business, be moved to the
front of the agenda because she was not able to stay for the entire meeting to which the Commission
agreed.
OLD BUSINESS
2. Disability Awareness Month (Chair Lord-Hausman and Vice-Chair Moore):
Vice-Chair Moore stated that she spoke with John McDonald, Park and Recreation Department,
who said that there would be no tree planting until November, because the grounds at the parks
are not in good condition for tree planting. Vice-Chair Moore asked if the CDI would like to
move forward with the event in November to which the Commission agreed. Vice-Chair
Moore agreed to write the speech for the event and to coordinate with Mr. McDonald for a
November 8 date.
Commissioner Berger stated that trees can be purchased for $10 from the Arbor Group to which
Chair-Lord Hausman replied that the purchase of a tree is not the issue, but rather the timing in
which the trees can be planted at any of the parks, due to the condition of the soil.
Chair Lord-Hausman requested that the CDI select a date so that it can be announced during the
proclamation presentation at the October 7 City Council meeting. The CDI agreed to Saturday,
November 8, 2008 as the tree planting date. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that she will not be
able to attend the City Council meeting and requested that someone from the CDI attend in her
absence. Vice-Chair Moore and Commissioner Krietz agreed to attend the October 7 City
Council meeting and announce the November 8 tree planting date.
Secretary Akil also confirmed that last year's proclamation for Disability Awareness month was",CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2008-09-22.pdf
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not pushed back by the City, as indicated by the Commission from the August 25, 2008
meeting. Chair Lord-Hausman indicated that it was previous years where this occurred.
Secretary Akil stated that she would make sure that the October 7 date for the proclamation
presentation does not change.
The meeting resumed back to the original order of business on the Agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
1. CDI Meeting Room Change (Chair Lord-Hausman):
Chair Lord-Hausman discussed a letter that she sent to Secretary Akil and Teresa Highsmith,
City Attorney, regarding the chairs in City Hall Conference Room 360, of not being adequately
accessible for persons with certain disabilities and for some with physical limitations. Chair
Lord-Hausman referenced the notes on the agenda for ""accessible seating for persons with
disabilities (including those using wheelchairs) is available."" Based on inventory and
availability, Conference Room 391 is the only room with adjustable chairs and arm rests. Room
391 is located behind Council Chambers and the Planning and Building Department meets in
Council Chambers the same Monday evening that the Commission meets. Chair Lord-Hausman
believes that if the Commission changes its meeting location, it could be a distraction when
exiting from Council Chambers during the Planning Board meeting.
Commissioner Krongold asked if the Main Library Family Literacy Room is available with
adjustable chairs, to which Secretary Akil stated that she checked with the Director and only the
standard chairs, similar to Room 360, are available in all of the library conference rooms.
Commissioner Longley-Cook asked if we could borrow the chairs to which Secretary Akil
responded that specific instruction was given that the adjustable chairs are not to be moved back
and forth from Room 391.
Commissioners Kirola and Krietz agreed that the meeting should be in a room that is
comfortable for those Commissioners who may have physical difficulties getting in and out of
non-adjustable chairs.
Commissioner Longley-Cook stated that visitors would be confused about going into and behind
Council Chambers when coming to a CDI meeting.
Commissioner Krietz suggested that the CDI hold the October 27 meeting in Room 391 to
determine if it will work out for the Commissioners to which Chair Lord-Hausman agreed.
Secretary Akil stated that she would check Room 391 availability and forward that information
to the Commission in the October package.
2. Community Outreach Proposal (Commissioner Krongold):
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Commissioner Krongold discussed possible partnerships for an outreach event to community
members with special needs, in connection with the CERT Disaster Registry. Commissioner
Krongold distributed and discussed the draft proposal, which includes a kick-off meeting, list of
potential and definite partners, potential underwriting/sponsorship, community resources and
date and location. Commissioner Krongold asked if the Commission felt this is something that
they could do and requested further input.
Chair Lord-Hausman stated she liked the idea and this would be a broad-based effort.
Commissioner Krietz suggested adding the Alameda Adult School program to the list of
potential partners. Chair Lord-Hausman also agreed to the definite partners on the draft proposal
and stated that there are tremendous resources available, including the Special Olympics and
Miracle Baseball League.
Commissioner Krietz stated that the City of Dublin has done a safety fair and the CDI could
customize its outreach event similar to Dublin's.
Chair Lord-Hausman asked, in principle, if the CDI would like to explore this more with
Commissioner Krongold as the lead to which the Commission agreed. Chair Lord-Hausman
stated that Disaster Registry staff participation is positive.
Commissioner Krietz stated that she thinks this is a great idea and volunteered to assist
Commissioner Krongold.
Commissioner Berger stated it is the kind of exposure that the CDI has needed since it started.
Commissioner Krongold agreed to come back with more information and details at the October
meeting.
Commissioner Berger stated that the CDI should partner with the Hospital for next year's fair as
a good start to which Chair Lord-Hausman responded that it will not work because they do not
have room, but it is something that the work group could begin to plan and work on.
Commissioner Krongold stated that she will contact Jackie Krause regarding using the Mastick
Senior Center as a possible event location.
OLD BUSINESS
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1.
Discussion and Vote to Consider Changing Meeting Start Time (Chair Lord-Hausman
/ Secretary Akil):
Chair Lord-Hausman asked by a vote of hands who is willing to amend the bylaws by changing
the official meeting start time from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., to which all of the Commissioners
agreed. Chair Lord-Hausman moved to change the start time to 7:00 p.m. beginning October
27, 2008; the motion was seconded by Commissioner Krongold and passed unanimously by
those present.
2.
Bike Plan Task Force Committee (Commissioner Krietz):
Commissioner Krietz stated that there has been no meeting scheduled.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
1.
Secretary Akil confirmed with Commissioner Berger that the CDI selected Saturday, November
8, 2008 as the tree planting date and that last year's presentation of the proclamation was not
pushed back as originally indicated by the Commission at the August 25 meeting.
2.
Secretary Akil stated that there would be a CDI webpage update during the October 27 meeting.
3.
Secretary Akil confirmed that she will mail an updated CDI Roster prior to the next meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/NON-AGENDA ITEMS
1. Commissioner Berger stated that she will try to contact Dan Lachtman regarding the upstair's
bathroom accessibility concerns of the Buena Vista Commons. Chair Lord-Hausman advised
that she spoke to someone involved with the project and reviewed the project's accessibility
amenities with the Commission.
2.
Commissioner Berger stated that she contacted the County Registrar regarding accessibility
issues for persons with disabilities and that she may be able to forward that information to the
Journal for inclusion in an article.
3.
Commissioner Berger stated that there is no place for a mini-bus to park at the Alameda Ferry on
Main Street and requested that space be designated for mini-bus parking to which Secretary Akil
stated that she will follow up with the Ferry Services Manager from the Public Works
Department and get back to the Commission.
4. Commissioner Longley-Cook reviewed information from East Bay Learning Disability
Association (East Bay LDA) regarding a free parent education workshop network at the Oakland
Main Library, scheduled for October 4, 2008, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
5. Commissioner Krietz distributed the draft CDI calendar for review and comment. An updated
calendar will be distributed at the October meeting.
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Commissioners Berger & Kreitz agreed to attend the October 18, 2008 Alameda Hospital Health
Fair with Commissioner Longley-Cook.
6. Commissioner Krongold stated that she contacted Mark Mendleson from Universal Design
Specialists, who agreed to attend a CDI meeting to discuss accessible design so that the CDI
could eventually create its own checklist. Chair Lord-Hausman confirmed that the December 8,
2008 meeting will work and that the agenda would be light to allow more time for the
presentation and question and answers.
7. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that she followed up with staff regarding the upstair's bathroom
accessibility concerns with the Buena Vista Commons. The downstairs bathroom has a roll-in
shower and the upstairs bathroom has a raised toilet, grab bars in the shower and a hand-held
drop down seat. This was not ideal, but they did much more as a result of attending the CDI
meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. The next scheduled meeting is Monday, October 27, 2008 at
7:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lucretia A. Akil
Commission Secretary
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,1,"MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PLANNING BOARD MEETING
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
2263 SANTA CLARA AVENUE - 7:00 PM
President Kohlstrand called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE:
Board member McNamara
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
President Kohlstrand, Vice-President Ezzy Ashcraft,
Board members Autorino, Cunningham. Cook and
McNamara
ABSENT:
Board member Lynch.
STAFF PRESENT:
Andrew
Thomas,
Planning
Services
Manager/Secretary to the Planning Board; Assistant
City Attorney Farimah Faiz; Supervising Planner
Cynthia Eliason; Supervising Planner Doug Garrison;
Althea J. Carter, Executive Assistant/Recording
Secretary
MINUTES:
Minutes for the meeting of July 14, 2008. President Kohlstrand stated that she
requested additional screening on the west wall of Osh Hardware. This should be
reflected on page 9 of the minutes from July 14, 2008. (Continued to the meeting of
October 13, 2008).
Minutes from the meeting of July 28, 2008 (pending)
Minutes from the meeting of August 11, 2008 (pending)
Minutes from the meeting of August 25, 2008 (pending)
Minutes from the meeting of September 8, 2008 (pending)
5.
AGENDA CHANGES AND DISCUSSION:
NONE
6.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS:
Staff provided an update on Council actions on previous Planning Board decisions and
an update on future agenda items.
Zoning Administrator Report
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,2,"The Zoning Administrator meeting of September 16, 2008 was cancelled.
Update on Alameda Point Advisory Task Force and Sun Cal Development Plans
Staff provided an update on SunCal's preliminary development plans for Alameda Point.
Staff has received hard copies of the plan and it will be provided to all Boards and
Commissions. The Planning Board will be asked to review and comment on the plan but
will not be taking any action at this time. The SunCal preliminary development concept
is available online at www.ci.alameda.ca.us.
The Board requested that comments from other Boards and Commissions be provided
to the Planning Board prior to the meeting of October 27, 2008.
7.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Anyone may address the Board on a topic not on the agenda under this item by
submitting a speaker's information slip, subject to the 5-minute time limit.
NONE
8.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted, approved or
adopted by one motion unless a request for removal for discussion or
explanation is received from the Planning Board or a member of the public by
submitting a speaker slip for that item.
NONE.
9.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
9-A.
PLN08-0153 - General Plan Amendment -2400 Mariner Square Drive. The
applicant is requesting a General Plan Amendment for the MU2 Mariner Square
Specific Mixed Use Area to permit additional office use. The site is located at
2400 Mariner Square Drive within M-2-PD General Industrial (Manufacturing)
Planned Development Zoning District. (CE). (Continued from September 8,
2008).
Cynthia Eliason presented the staff report. Staff recommended denial of this project.
Board member McNamara stated that in 2003 the City granted approval for replacement
of a structure in this area. Since a new building has not been built she asked if time
restrictions are placed on these types of approvals and whether staff was aware of what
the owner plans to do with the site.
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,3,"Staff responded that the approval was part of the Cardinal Point Planned Development
Amendment (PDA). This 3,000 sf project vested at that time. The design review for the
project has expired but there is no expiration date on reconstruction of the two-story
office structure.
The Board requested an explanation on vesting.
The Assistant City Attorney explained vesting rights as they relate to the Cardinal Point
PDA.
Board member Autorino asked whether the specific mention of the east side in the PDA
was intentional.
Staff responded yes.
Board member McNamara moved and Board member Cunningham seconded the
motion to limit speaker time to three minutes. The motion was unanimously approved.
The public hearing was opened.
Steve Farrand, attorney for the applicant, spoke in support of the proposal. He urged
the Board to approve Resolution #2 or Resolution #3.
Yolande Jurzykowski, applicant, explained that when she purchased the building the
previous owner removed all the restaurant equipment and the building has not been
used as a restaurant since she purchased it. She urged to Board to grant her request to
turn an unused building into office space.
Ernest Pierucci spoke in support of the project and the desire of his client to relocate her
business from San Leandro to this location in Alameda.
Cheryl Canaday is an Alameda resident with a business in San Leandro. She spoke in
favor of the project and expressed her desire to live and work in Alameda. Leasing
space at this site would allow her and her employees to work in Alameda.
Jana Fong spoke in support of the project. She is employed in San Leandro by Cheryl
Canaday but she lives in Alameda.
Stephanie Lulofs spoke in support of the project. She is employed in San Leandro by
Cheryl Canaday but she lives in Alameda.
The public hearing was closed for Board discussion.
Board member Cook stated she understood the constraints the applicant was facing but
she expressed her concern about the glut of office space currently available elsewhere
in Alameda. She stated that it is the responsibility of the Board to consider land use
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,4,"resolution, prepared by staff, grants the applicants request with modifications.
A Board discussion ensued regarding previous Board decisions in 1991 and 1999
affecting this area.
Board member McNamara expressed her concern regarding the wording of resolution
#3 as it relates to policy 2.6.b and 2.6.g of the General Plan. As written an additional
100,000 square feet of non-water related institutional uses may be permitted, in addition
to Cardinal Point.
President Kohlstrand stated that it would be helpful to the Board, when deciding on
these types of proposals, for staff to provide information on the number of square feet
currently allocated for this type of use, and the impact approval of the proposal would
have on future development in the area.
Board member McNamara stated she does not support a case-by-case adjustment in
the General Plan but would support a revised version of resolution #3.
Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she does support businesses wanting to
relocate to Alameda. Currently, there is an abundance of office space available in
Alameda. With the limited amount of waterfront property and public access to the
waterfront in Alameda, she is not inclined to support this request.
Board member Cunningham supports resolution #3. He views this proposal as an
adaptive reuse of an existing building. If the applicant was requesting conversion of a
building from office space to a restaurant, he suspects the Board's opinion would be
different. The Board has often commented on the need for public access to the water
but he does not see how using this building for office space would prevent that. He
believes flexibility in planning should consider the economic times uses. He would
support resolution #3 with revised language.
Board member Autorino stated the site has been vacant for two years, which does hurt
the community. He does not believe waiting for this building to become a restaurant is
prudent. He supports the application as it brings economic benefit back to Alameda and
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,5,"is an adaptive reuse of an existing building. He would support resolution #3 with
changes.
President Kohlstrand supports flexibility with this property. She does not support
decisions on a case-by-case basis but supports decisions based on what is best for the
community. She believes it is not good for the community for the site to remain vacant.
She would support resolution #3 taking into consideration Board member McNamara's
comments. She supports flexibility in this area of the zoning district. She would like to
clarify for the record what the base number is that the Board was starting with in regards
to office space in the area and what the Board is trying to achieve.
In response to a Board inquiry staff discussed possible edits to the proposed
resolutions.
A Board discussion ensued on the range of possible business uses in this area.
In response to an inquiry by the Board, Stephen Farrand, attorney for the applicant
responded that BCDC requires that the applicant provide public access in this area and
the existing open space and access will remain in effect whether the building is used for
an office or a restaurant.
President Kohlstrand proposed amending Exhibit A to revise only the Office section and
asked for Board comments on her suggestion. A Board discussion on this topic ensued.
Board member Autorino proposed that the Board assume the intent in 1991 was to set a
total square footage for office space at 20,000 square feet as opposed to setting a limit
for office space of 5,000 square feet.
Board member Autorino proposed a motion, based on the intent of the previous
amendments to the General Plan that converting the building to office space was an
acceptable use. Board member Cunningham seconded the motion.
President Kohlstrand suggested the Board consider a motion that removes ""east of
Mariner Square Drive"" from the MU2 Mariner Square district of the General Plan.
Board member Autorino amended his previous motion to include Presidents
Kohlstrand's suggestion. Board member Cunningham seconded the motion.
Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft asked whether the Board planned to include language
about future restaurant uses in the area.
Staff responded that the General Plan does not limit restaurant uses in this area.
Board member Cook stated that she is not opposed to looking at other uses for this
area on a broader basis but not site by site. She would like clarification on the intent of
the changes made to the General Plan in 1991 and 1999.
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,6,"President Kohlstrand asked for a vote on the motion that is currently before the Board.
The motion failed with the following voice vote - Ayes: 3; Noes: 3; Absent: 1; Abstain: 0.
Staff explained that a split decision by the Board is considered a failure to approve and
treated the same as a denial. The applicant may appeal this decision to the City
Council.
9-B. Planned Development Amendment, Major Design Review - PDA05-0004,
DR05-0073 - 523 South Shore Center - Harsch Investment Corp. The
applicant requests approval of Planned Development Amendment and Major
Design Review entitlements and certification of an Environmental Impact Report
(EIR) for redevelopment and expansion of Alameda Towne Centre. The project
includes redevelopment of the site, resulting in full build-out of up to
approximately 706,650 square feet of gross leasable floor area, construction of a
new parking structure, pedestrian, bicycle and transit improvements, new
signage and other minor site improvements. (DG). (Continued from August 11,
2008).
Doug Garrison presented the staff report including new and modified conditions of
approval.
Randy Kyte, representing the applicant, addressed the proposed increase in square
footage. He stated that at this point, it is not economically feasible to build the garage
but requesting the option to build it provides the applicant with flexibility for future
planning. He discussed the process the applicant and nearby residents were involved in
and that resulted in the proposed draft resolution.
In response to a Board inquiry Randy Kyte addressed the phases of the proposed
sidewalk improvements.
Board member Cook asked if the Board approved 113,000 sf in 2003.
Staff responded no.
President Kohlstrand requested the current total square footage at the centre.
Staff responded that it is approximately 600,000 sf and includes what is already built
plus what is currently under construction.
The public hearing was opened.
Claire Risley spoke in opposition to the project.
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,7,"Board member Cunningham moved and Board member McNamara seconded the
motion to limit the speaker's time to three minutes. The motion passed unanimously.
Holly Sellers spoke in opposition to the project.
Dorothy Reid, representing the Willows, addressed Harsch's willingness to work out a
compromise with nearby neighbors. She is comfortable with the current proposal.
Christine Healey, representing Laguna Vista Homeowners Association, spoke in
support of the modified proposal/resolution.
Dolores Radding asked what the occupied square footage of the Centre is.
The applicant responded that approximately 562,000 sf us occupied.
Dolores Radding spoke in opposition of the project.
Blake Brydon, President, Alameda Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of the
proposal.
Fred Reid spoke in opposition to the project and has concerns about the proposal's
impacts on traffic.
The public hearing was closed for Board discussion.
In response to the Board's request Randy Kyte explained that of 608,307 sf 92.2% is
leased, 86% occupied (this includes the leased but unoccupied OSH building).
Therefore, 569,000 sf is leased, and approximately 522,000 sf occupied.
Board member Cunningham asked for an explanation from staff regarding the proposed
request for an expansion to 706,000 sf.
Staff responded that the additional approximately 25,000 sf will provide flexibility to the
applicant.
Board member Cunningham asked if this approach provides the opportunity for future
traffic/transportation evaluation.
Staff responded that the EIR has already been certified and certification included the
traffic evaluation for 706,000 sf.
President Kohlstrand asked the Assistant City Attorney for an opinion of whether a
future traffic study could be required.
The Assistant City Attorney expressed concerns about conducting additional studies for
the same purpose once the EIR has been certified.
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,8,"Board member Cook explained that the Board has design review approval but not use
approval.
President Kohlstrand stated the three major issues the Board is considering: how much
square footage is appropriate for the site, what are the proposed site improvements
(including the garage and the timing of sidewalk installation) and the design and
orientation of the buildings. She suggested the Board conduct a focused discussion
concentrating on these areas.
Board member Cunningham expressed concern about approving 706,000 sf at this
time. He suggested the applicant return to the Planning Board when a specific proposal
for the additional 25,000 sf is ready. He is concerned about how the level of service is
defined in the traffic analysis and whether a garage is necessary at this time.
Board member Cook agrees with many of Board member Cunningham's comments.
She is also concerned about the environmental and livability impacts of the increase in
square footage. She is uncomfortable approving additional square footage when the
uses have not yet been determined.
Board member McNamara agrees with Board member Cook. She is concerned that the
amount of square footage seems to change. She does not feel confident that the
numbers are accurate. She does not support expansion beyond 681,000 sf.
Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft is in agreement with Board member McNamara. The
request for additional square feet seems speculative. Since the center is not yet fully
occupied she does not see the need for additional square footage. She is concerned
about additional low-end retailers moving into the center and would like to see the
center fully occupied before expanding.
Board member Autorino stated that it was his impression that 650,000 sf had already
already been approved and the proposal before the board was an increase to 706,000
sf.
Staff explained that approximately 600,000 has been approved and the total square
footage goes up to 681,000 in Phase III of the project. The second story in the old
Mervyn's building plus two new restaurants in the shoreline area account for the 81,000
sf.
President Kohlstrand asked staff to clarify the amount of additional square footage of
the second floor on the Mervyn's building.
Staff responded that 73,412 sf would be for Kohl's and the balance would be for
restaurants.
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PlanningBoard,2008-09-22,9,"sf, and the implications should the Board approve less than 650,000 sf.
Board member Cook asked staff to provide information on the 2003 approval and the
mitigation measures already completed by the applicant.
President Kohlstrand recognized Randy Kyte.
Randy Kyte stated his understanding of the 2003 PDA is that as long as the applicant
met mitigation measures for 657,000 sf and a plan for developing a gas station and the
beach area was presented, 657,000 sf can be developed without any additional
mitigation being done. The proposal before the Board tonight includes mitigation
measures based on additional square footage above the 657,000.
A Board discussion ensued on what amount of square footage was approved in the
2003 PDA and the amount of square footage currently being requested.
President Kohlstrand inquired whether there are use restrictions in development of the
shoreline area.
Staff responded that the area is zoned C-Z/PD and uses specified for this zoning area
are allowed.
President Kohlstrand requested that staff review the 2003 PDA and inform the Board if
any obligations toward the applicant are contained in the 2003 resolution. Board
member Cook requested staff also include what operating constraints and obligations
were placed on the applicant at that time.
Board member Cook requested the Assistant City Attorney review the 2003 PDA and
resolution to determine the exact amount of square footage approved by the Planning
Board.
Board member Cunningham moved and Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the
motion to continue this item to the meeting of 10/13/08. The motion passed with the
following voice vote - 6, Noes: 0, Absent 1, Abstain: 0
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
11.
BOARD COMMUNICATIONS:
Board members may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or
make a brief report on his or her activities. In addition, the Board may provide a referral
to staff or other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the body
at a subsequent meeting concerning a City matter or, through the chair, direct staff to
place a request to agendize a matter of business on a future agenda.
The Board requested staff provide an update on the status of Alameda Landing. Staff
responded that negotiations with Clif Bar and Target are continuing.
12.
ADJOURNMENT:
10:53 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Andrew Thomas, Secretary
City Planning Board
This meeting was audio and video taped.
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