pages: CityCouncil/2005-06-07.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2005-06-07 | 11 | The Business Development Division Manager responded she is talking to an owner. Councilmember deHaan stated parking accommodations are all important for any business and retail area. Councilmember Daysog encouraged doing an analysis on the demand for parking spaces. The Business Development Division Manager stated that the report addresses the need to review parking in the entire area; when new businesses try to existing buildings to a new use, meeting the parking requirements is difficult; there is a need to look at a parking policy for the area which would met the parking demand. Councilmember Daysog stated that quantifying is important; there are pros and cons; some neighbors might not want parking structures while businesses would. Councilmember deHaan stated the Council gave direction to purchase an existing parking area that was previously rented. Sherri Stieg, West Alameda Business Association (WABA) , expressed her appreciation for the support that WABA has received from the Council and City staff; stated WABA supports the goals of the Strategic Plan and urges implementation as soon as possible; WABA does not want the Plan to close off viewpoints for other opportunities; the funding for Goal #5 [Small Business Assistant Program] has been eliminated because of reduced funding; there is continued funding for the Façade Grant Program and some funding for a recruiter; noted the analysis of opportunity sites was limited to vacant land on Webster Street; there are other opportunities WABA will address the need for long- and short-term parking solutions; stated she receives daily calls regarding parking issues; parking will bring in additional business. Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendation Vice Mayor Gilmore seconded the motion, which passed by unanimous voice vote - 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (05-281) The following speakers spoke in opposition to the proposed theatre multiplex and parking structure: Deborah Overgfield, Alameda Jay Levine, Alameda; Robert Gavrich, Alameda; Richland Tester, Alameda; Jennifer Van Airsdale, Alameda (submitted Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 June 7, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-06-07.pdf |