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CityCouncil | 2005-03-15 | 9 | The Development Services Director responded that the developer would start with conceptual plans, submit an application to the Planning Department, and the design review process would begin; she is not expecting multiple concepts to be submitted. Mayor Johnson noted that Melody Marr, Chamber of Commerce, submitted a letter stating that the Chamber is in favor of the Theatre Design Guidelines. Richard W. Rutter, Alameda, stated that it appears there will be a traffic impact on Oak Street; suggested considering making Oak Street be increased to 60 feet wide. Nick Petrulakis, Alameda, urged moving forward with the guidelines. Scott Brady, Alameda, stated that he was concerned that the guidelines are overly specific in terms of architectural design elements. Christopher Buckley, AAPS, stated that the preliminary review is a good idea; outlined AAPS's suggested changes to the guidelines. Chuck Millar, Alameda, stated that he was concerned with the proposed contemporary design. Mayor Johnson requested the Development Services Director to respond to the design issue. The Development Services Director stated the design was done by an environmental group to study the mass and make a judgment about whether or not it fits within the contexts and is consistent with the Secretary of Interior standards; stated there has been a lot of community concern because of the image the environmental planner created to do basic evaluation. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether a review by the State was required to determine impacts on surrounding historical areas. The Development Services Director responded a review would not be needed if Federal funding were not used. Councilmember Daysog stated the Historical Advisory Board and other interested groups should have input. Elizabeth Krase, AAPS, submitted a handout ; stated that she welcomes the rehabilitation of the historic theatre with reservations. ; she is concerned with the projected overhangs. Regular Meeting 9 Alameda City Council March 15, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-03-15.pdf |