pages: CityCouncil/2006-08-01.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2006-08-01 | 7 | particularly at Alameda Landing other land uses that focus on generating jobs for young adults should be considered; decisions need to be held on whether the City should focus on big box retail or quality retail that residents want; he would encourage conversation on what the City wants for current and future residents at Alameda Landing; economic opportunities exist other than retail, such as Clif Bar and Rosenblum Winery expansion the data does not show a strong demand for available, household consumer spending at big box retail; available, household consumer spending is in quality and specialty retail; there are a variety of options; time needs to be allowed to make the right decisions rather than making a wrong decision that the City cannot recover from. Councilmember deHaan stated the City needs to decide what sacrifices it would be willing to make if discounters need to draw 50% or more in sales from off-island spending; traffic corridors would be impacted; the Southshore anchor tenant was Trader Joes, which is a small grocery store; he would welcome similar stores to the City because good service and revenue are generated he welcomes more information on the matter. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated she has heard arguments that big box retail stores would bring in other desired retails, such as Ann Taylor; she would like the EDC to review the accuracy of said arguments. Councilmember deHaan stated that the June 7 study notes that Ann Taylor Loft, Chicos and Old Navy are willing to come to Alameda Landing without having a stand alone Target; 40% of Walmart and Target customers shop at both stores; discounters have more customer outreach; more congestion would be generated. The City Manager stated that staff would provide an update on what is the EDSP process. Councilmember Matarrese stated he wanted to make sure that the process includes the Transportation Commission and the Planning Board. Councilmember Daysog stated the Alameda Landing process has taken a long time; a decision should be made as soon as possible ; revisiting the EDSP would take twelve months; Catellus and ProLogis should be advised now rather than later if Alameda Landing would not work out for the City. (06-397) Councilmember Matarrese stated he saw an Alameda Landing traffic mitigation report that went from the Transportation Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 August 1, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-08-01.pdf |