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CityCouncil | 2011-04-05 | 7 | meet parking needs. Councilmember deHaan stated theater-parking requirements were overstated and are not needed. The Deputy City Manager - Development Services stated parking is very well utilized during peak hours and on weekends. Speaker: Robb Ratto, PSBA. In response to Mr. Ratto's comments, the Public Works Director stated a ten-year term [for the shared parking agreement] has been suggested because of the concern of whether parking lots would be available for other customers long term; noted five years would be too short; stated seven years might be appropriate. Mayor Gilmore stated the number of years could always be adjusted later. Councilmember Johnson moved introduction of the ordinance with a revision to change the shared parking agreement to seven years. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Bonta requested clarification on the timing of the ordinance. The Planning Services Manager stated the ordinance would go into effect thirty days after the second reading [final passage]. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether an existing business could request a change under the new ordinance, to which the Planning Services Manager responded absolutely. Councilmember Johnson stated a streamline process should be developed. The Planning Services Manager stated the zoning administrative process could be used. Mayor Gilmore stated the process would only be used for parking. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (11-170) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Section 12-17 (Preferential Parking Zones) of Article III (Permit Parking) of Chapter XII (Designated Parking) in Its Entirety, and by Adding a New Section 12-17 (Preferential Parking Zones) to Modify the Procedures Relating to the Designation of Preferential Parking Zones. Amended and introduced. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 April 5, 2011 | CityCouncil/2011-04-05.pdf |