pages: CityCouncil/2012-05-15.pdf, 6
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CityCouncil | 2012-05-15 | 6 | Councilmember deHaan inquired whether there is a mechanism to control the number of [similar] businesses. The Planning Services Manager responded the issue of quotas is not something that staff wants to review. In response to Councilmember deHaan's inquiry, the Planning Services Manager stated the ordinance would limit the number of applications and possibilities for tattoo parlors on Webster Street; noted in one year, two applications for tattoo parlors have been received on Webster Street and one was approved. Councilmember deHaan stated businesses clustering together becomes concerning. Councilmember Johnson moved introduction of the ordinance pertaining to massage. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion. Under discussion, in response to Councilmember deHaan's inquiry, the Planning Services Manager stated massage on the ground floor requires a certain amount of either retail or other activity at the front of the business as a condition of approval. Expressed that the West Alameda Business Association (WABA) wants the regulations similar to Park Street to require tattoo parlors on the second floor: Carolyn Lantz, WABA. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Mayor Gilmore stated the proposal for tattoo parlors would make the regulations on both Park and Webster Streets the same, prohibit tattoo parlors on the ground floor, and allow tattoo parlor upstairs. Vice Mayor Bonta moved introduction of the ordinance pertaining to tattoo. Councilmember Johnson seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Johnson inquired whether the Park Street Business Association (PSBA) thinks not allowing tattoo parlors on the first floor is working well. Rob Ratto, PSBA, responded the current ordinance is working just fine and he has not received one complaint since the ordinance went into effect over one year ago. Councilmember Tam noted not allowing tattoo parlors on the first floor on Park Street might have caused applications on Webster Street. *** Councilmember deHaan left the dais at 8:22 p.m. and returned at 8:25 p.m. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 May 15, 2012 | CityCouncil/2012-05-15.pdf |