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CityCouncil | 2005-07-19 | 31 | the establishment of seventeen movie theaters in town. (05-370) David Kirwin, Alameda, expressed concern about the megaplex theatre and parking structure project and funding; questioned whether there would be a $1,000 parcel tax; stated parking lots adjacent to businesses are sufficient; there is a need for increased public awareness regarding the project. Mayor Johnson responded there is not a parcel tax; requested staff to inform Mr. Kirwin where he should go for information. The Acting City Manager stated Mr. Kirwin, and others, could meet with staff in the City Manager's Office or Development Services Department. Mayor Johnson stated information could also be mailed or e-mailed, if preferred. (05-371) Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association, stated people opposed to the [theater and parking structure) project have been providing misinformation; stated PSBA would have opposed the project if a $1,000 parcel tax were involved; noted the Downtown Vision plan from May, 2000 indicated that informal talks about a mutli-screen - theater were underway COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (05-372) - Councilmember deHaan stated that he visited the Bayport site; the transit shelter on Tinker Avenue is less than adequate; the size of the sidewalks at Bayport are extremely narrow, do not match other sidewalks in Alameda, and are not pedestrian friendly; said matters should be considered when other developments are built. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the Regular Meeting at 11:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 31 July 19, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-07-19.pdf |