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CityCouncil | 2008-03-18 | 15 | roadways and total vehicle emissions would be expected to decline due to the shorter trips required to shop locally; however, there may be an increase in local traffic, particularly on streets near major retail centers in Alameda"; stated that people need to realize that more retail will result in more local traffic. (08-124) Public Hearing to consider Adoption of Resolution Approving Master Plan Amendment, PLN07-0122, to Allow the Marina Village Shopping Center to Permit up to 25% Office Use (A Maximum of 31,070 Square Feet) and to Allow the Future Addition of a 5,000 Square Foot Building Pad, an 800 Square Foot Kiosk, and a 500 Square Foot Kiosk. The Planning Services Manager gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he would recuse himself because he lives within 300 feet of the project. Councilmember Gilmore stated that the Planning Board requested that the current amount of landscaping be preserved; inquired whether "current" means the current configuration or whether the current amount of landscaping could be reconfigured somewhere else on the site. The Planning Services Manager responded the landscaping could be reconfigured. Mayor Johnson inquired whether there would be an opportunity to add landscaping to the parking lot. The Planning Services Manager responded absolutely; noted that the applicant concurs. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the 6,300 square foot area is grass area. The Planning Services Manager responded in the negative; stated the area looks like a building pad. Councilmember Gilmore stated that the area is a perfect spot for office space. Mayor Johnson stated the proposed amendment is to allow increased office space; the location can shift over time. Councilmember deHaan inquired what is the occupancy rate at the shopping center. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 March 18, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-03-18.pdf |