pages: CityCouncil/2006-05-16.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2006-05-16 | 11 | the agenda. Councilmember deHaan stated eleven states allow triple tractor- trailers, the Federal government does not. Mayor Johnson inquired whether double tractor-trailers - are permitted in California and not Oregon, to which Councilmember deHaan responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Gilmore inquired whether the matter could be placed on the agenda sooner rather than later, to which the City Manager responded the matter would be placed on the June 6 City Council agenda. (06-270) Councilmember deHaan stated that the City has easement rights for streetscaping along Appezzato Way even though negotiations are being conducted with the Alameda Beltline; requested an Off Agenda Report on the matter; stated the City is missing an opportunity to bring the community together; landscaping should be done sooner rather than later; the Summer House, previously Harbor Island Apartments and Buena Vista Apartments, is one of the highest density areas in Alameda, with 41 homes per acre, and lends itself to a transportation node; the matter should be brought to the Transportation Commission. (06-271) Mayor Johnson requested that the City Council or Planning Board review office/business conversions in residential areas; stated the Council set a precedent on the issue several years ago [June 6, 2000] when a request was made to convert a residential structure into a law office beyond a business area [2058 Central Avenue] ; she would like to formalize the precedent previously the Council stated that no residential conversions would be allowed in the area. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated that the Planning Board denied the request because parking requirements could not be met and a variance was requested. Mayor Johnson stated the City should be clear on the matter so that people do not purchase residential property with the intent to convert the property to commercial. The City Manager stated that the matter would be brought back to Council, including past Council action. (06-272) Councilmember deHaan stated the Miracle League provides an opportunity to establish a baseball field for individuals with limitations; the School Board reviewed possible fields; endorsement Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 May 16, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-05-16.pdf |