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CityCouncil | 2007-07-17 | 21 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY- - -JULY 17, 2007--7:25P. - M. Chair Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 7:43 p.m. Commissioner Matarrese led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present : Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 5. Absent : None. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (07-026) Update on the Alameda Theater, Cineplex, and Parking Structure Project. The Redevelopment Manager gave a brief presentation on the theater, a Power Point presentation illustrating restoration work, and a brief presentation on the garage. Commissioner Matarrese inquired whether trees could be planted instead of banners along the northern elevation of the parking structure. The Redevelopment Manager responded the property line is an issue; stated the property line is close to the garage i the architect does not think there would be enough room to plant trees. Commissioner Matarrese inquired whether staff talked to Long's The Redevelopment Manager responded easement discussions have been lengthy; stated the construction easement is a concern because trucks drive up to the storage warehouse. Commissioner Matarrese stated the City is providing a huge benefit to Long's that he would like to see staff push for a live solution such as bamboo or Italian Cypress; requested more detail on said option. The Redevelopment Manager stated vines may be a more feasible landscape option; other options would be reviewed. Commissioner deHaan stated that other options should be reviewed because of the cost and life expectancy of banners ; the Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission 1 July 17, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-07-17.pdf |