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CityCouncil | 2007-04-17 | 16 | Councilmember Gilmore stated the houses that front Peach Street have a different orientation to the sun; kitchens would have blocked sunlight if a two-story home was build next to the houses that are perpendicular on Madison Street, San Jose Avenue, and Adams Street; Peach Street homes do not have the same concern. Vice Mayor Tam stated she was addressing the area beyond Peach Street questioned why Fillmore Avenue and Calhoun Avenue are not included. Mayor Johnson stated neighbors initiated the matteri other neighborhoods can do the same thing the responsibility needs to be placed on individual neighborhoods. The Planning and Building Director stated the twenty-foot height limit would be part of the analysis; neighboring areas could be included. Mayor Johnson stated only neighborhoods that want to be included should be included. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the neighborhood is a track area that was developed with a certain style, to which the Planning and Building Director responded in the affirmative. Councilmember deHaan stated the Historical Advisory Board might want to review the matter. Councilmember Gilmore stated the issue is not about preventing people from adding a second story to a single-story house; second stories can be added but there are some limitations. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous vice vote - 5. (07-184) - Resolution No. 14084, "Expressing Support for Full Funding for Transit Operations in the State's Fiscal Year 2007- 2008 Budget. " Adopted. The Public Works Director gave a brief presentation. Vice Mayor Tam moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Matarrese stated more and more money will be spent on transit systems he did not vote for the infrastructure bond to be used for operation. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 16 April 17, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-04-17.pdf |