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CityCouncil | 2015-02-17 | 10 | The Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point responded the letter will be made available at the next Council meeting on March 3rd; the town center plan and any project with housing would require a request to waive the multifamily housing prohibition in the Alameda Municipal Code consistent with the Charter; the letter is consistent with the precise plan and the developer is requesting a waiver and not requesting any density bonus units. Vice Mayor Matarrese requested the matter be brought back to Council after Planning Board deliberation and analysis; questioned the Council's ability to waive a provision of the Charter; stated that he would like to see more information on commercial tenants and truck routes. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like an update at the next meeting about Assembly Bill (AB) 229 for Infrastructure and Revitalization Finance Districts (IRFD) and Senate Bill (SB) 628 for enhanced Infrastructure Finance Districts (IFD) explaining to what extent both can be utilized at Alameda Point. The City Manager stated the bills require a waiver to secure the money and may not be feasible for Alameda; staff will provide more IRFD and IFD information in the next update. Councilmember Oddie encouraged the public to attend the eight remaining meetings on Site A before the Council makes a decision; stated the developer is very responsive; the positive public input and comment is refreshing; Site A will be a lasting legacy for everyone. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft thanked APP for addressing all comments from Council and the Planning Board; stated that she appreciates the presentations from the different components of the team. Councilmember Daysog stated APP has done fantastic outreach; moving forward and narrowing the details that will drive the discussion is exciting; that he is concerned about the proximity of the buildings to waterfront; he would like to make sure sets of buildings in Blocks 7 and 8 are mixed architectural styles; Alameda should aim high and continue on the path of making things good. Mayor Spencer stated that she appreciates the modifications and commended APP for listening and reaching out to the community; she would like to see 3-D models for a side view; she is concerned about the ratio of rentals versus ownership; there is no rent control for new units; she would like to know the price range of the units. *** (15-130) Mayor Spencer stated a motion is needed to consider the remaining agenda items after 10:30 p.m. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval [of considering the remaining items]. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 February 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-02-17.pdf |