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CityCouncil | 2005-01-31 | 9 | (06-043) Brien Burroughs, Glass Eye Media, stated that he is producing an independently financed television pilot at City Hall on Thursday and Friday barriers sometimes come up when filming at government sites; all his contacts in Alameda have been great ; stated he appreciates the support. (06-044) Patrick Lynch, Alameda, stated there is corruption in the Planning Department a resolution was passed by the Council on June 21, , 2005 which required the owner of a vacant lot adjacent to his home to conduct a specific soil test prior to receiving design review; the testing was submitted; the design review was approved and has been appealed to the Planning Board; he is unable to get a fair hearing with the Planning Board; staff refuses to provide accurate information; the City denies using the wrong section of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in approving the development; he received a $100 invoice to file a new form with the State; he received a $1600 invoice, which includes over five hours to discuss the project with City Attorney's office; the facts are undisputable; urged members of the Council to appeal the decision of the Planning Board. Mayor Johnson stated that Mr. Lynch should communicate his concerns with the City Manager. Mr. Lynch stated that he spoke with the Acting Assistant City Manager on Thursday and has not received a reply. The Acting Assistant City Manager stated that he spoke to Mr. Lynch, the Planning Department staff, and City Attorney's office last week; he still has one more person to contact; he will get back to Mr. Lynch. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (06-045 - ) Consideration of Mayor's nomination for appointment to the Economic Development Commission. Continued. (06-046) Councilmember deHaan stated streetscape funding was discussed at the last Council meeting he hopes that electrical provisions have been included to allow for embedded pedestrian lights [ on Park Street] between Central Avenue and Santa Clara Avenue when funding is available. ( (06-047) Councilmember deHaan stated a lot of homes have been fire damaged over a period of time; inquired whether remediation is required within a certain amount of time; stated areas are an eyesore and a nuisance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 January 17, 2006 | CityCouncil/2005-01-31.pdf |