pages: CityCouncil/2007-12-04.pdf, 16
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CityCouncil | 2007-12-04 | 16 | existing path for fire safety as well as ADA access. ADA access would be provided using an elevator system in the new theater; the second floor was always assumed to be part of the second phase; the balance of the second story improvements are the responsibility of the developer. Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association (PSBA) stated that he supports the staff recommendation; he is concerned with safety issues; PSBA urges Council to accept the staff recommendation. Chair Johnson stated the enclosure should be done now since money is available. Commissioner deHaan inquired whether a canopy would be used or a full enclosure, to which the Development Services Director responded a full enclosure. Commissioner Gilmore stated the enclosure should be done now because the contractors are on site and there would be minimal disruptions. Commissioner Matarrese stated that staff and the developer did an excellent job; he supports the staff recommendation. Commissioner Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendation. Commissioner Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (07-052 CIC) Recommendation to approve a $300,000 loan to Alameda Entertainment Associates, L. P. for rehabilitation and restoration of the mezzanine balcony in the Historic Alameda Theater and for augmentation of the Cineplex construction contingency budget. The Development Services Manager gave a brief presentation. Commissioner Tam stated that the use of $691,000 Merged Area Bond is fairly restricted. The Development Services Manager stated that the 2003 Merged Area Bond anticipated financing a number of projects; $4 million was unspecified; using the Bond for the Library was not anticipate; $2 million was pledged to the Library to finish construction; State funding for the library is closed out; the unused money was intended to come back to the CIC for other projects. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse 2 and Redevelopment Authority and Community Improvement Commission December 4, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-12-04.pdf |