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CityCouncil | 2005-07-19 | 14 | tell if the Cinema will be a one hit wonder or a movie for the ages; the issues that the Mayor is bringing up can be tackled; there is enough information to proceed with the action tonight; issues raised can be addressed; that he doubts many people will submit applications for theaters; there is a window of opportunity to move forward with the theater. Councilmember Matarrese requested staff to review making the boutique theater regulations apply to all theaters, eliminating the possibility of having a 200 seat live theater. Mayor Johnson concurred with Councilmember Matarrese's suggestion; stated that staff could review both issues. The City Attorney stated the Council could direct that the zoning text amendment be brought to the Planning Board for an additional amendment in terms of applying restrictions on live theater. Councilmember Matarrese stated a flood of people will not try to get into the theater business; there is cap on the number of seats; the risk is fairly low; the regulations provide definition for what is already an unrestricted business; the two seem no different, except for the fact that there would be a movie projector instead of actors in front of the audience. Mayor Johnson stated that she supports the suggestion to go forward and bring back modifications; concurred with Councilmember Matarrese's suggestion to restrict live theaters. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendation [adoption of the resolution and introduction of the ordinance] with the direction to come back with modifications to provide better control and planning, including exploring limiting the number of districts where the activity will be allowed. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, deHaan, Matarrese and Mayor Johnson - 4. Noes: Vice Mayor Gilmore - 1. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated that she could not support the change based on the merit of the operator instead of policy the modifications that will return might address her concerns. (05-363) Recommendation to approve a revised Donor Recognition and Named Gifts Policy for the Library. The Acting City Manager noted that staff provided a new set of photographs. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 July 19, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-07-19.pdf |