pages: CityCouncil/2007-01-16.pdf, 15
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CityCouncil | 2007-01-16 | 15 | The City Manager stated the Development Services Director is in the process of re-evaluating the budget opportunities do not exist to fund the study in the current fiscal year. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether Towne Center, Alameda Landing or Alameda Point funds are available; stated said areas are relevant to the big box study. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether money could be taken from the Planning Department impact fees. The City Manager responded money was not budgeted for the study. Councilmember Matarrese stated the question is not whether money was budgeted; the question is whether $50,000 can be taken from another source. The Business Development Manager responded the issue would need to be reviewed; stated the proposed study would not be just for Alameda Point, but the whole Island; a portion might be appropriate, but not one hundred percent. Councilmember Matarrese stated funds must have been budgeted to support the projects. The Base Reuse and Community Development Manager stated the City has full cost recovery for the Alameda Landing project; all staff salaries are paid by the developer ; the developer funded a retail impact analysis as part of the entitlement process for approximately $35,000; the study led to the retail mix recommendations Mayor Johnson inquired whether a retail impact study is required for proposals, to which the Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson inquired whether a retail impact study is different from a big box study; stated she is surprised by the cost. The Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded some goals and objections may be captured; stated the measurement would address whether the proposed project competes with or is compatible with existing retail. Mayor Johnson inquired whether a retail study would include other impacts, to which the Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded in the affirmative. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 January 16, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-01-16.pdf |