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CityCouncil | 2015-04-21 | 14 | negative; stated there are detailed budgets that estimate parking revenue and costs; the budgets compare special tax revenue or fee revenue from the development versus what the costs will be over time; at no point will the General Fund be used for the program. In response to Vice Mayor Matarrese's inquiry, the Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point stated staff is working with experts funded by a $150,000 Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) grant, along with Fehr and Peers, to set up the TMA; ultimately transition to an independent organization with a staff of experts funded through the TMA. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the TDM would be in place on day one, to which Mr. Olmstead responded in the affirmative; stated a large portion of the TDM would be in place on day one. Joe Ernst gave a Power Point presentation. Pam White, Madison Marquette, continued the presentation. Expressed support for the development plan: Leslie Cameron, Bay Ship and Yacht. Discussed the need for rental and affordable housing; stated renters are looking to Council to facilitate this type of development and promote affordable housing: Catherine Pauling, Alameda. Stated the project is a good foundation for future development at Alameda Point and brings affordable housing and jobs to Alameda; that she appreciates APP listening to concerns: Kari Thompson, Alameda. Read a petition signed by business leaders in support of the plans for Site A: Christopher Seiwald, Alameda resident and business owner. Discussed high tech and green tech business coming to Alameda; urged the Council to look at all the project benefits: Michael McDonough, Chamber of Commerce. State the project fulfills the plans and hopes of Alamedans and will be an economic development tool: Helen Sause, Alameda. Discussed the importance of housing; stated this is the moment for affordable housing: Laura Thomas, Renewed Hope Housing Advocates. Expressed his support for the Site A Development Plan; urged moving forward: Ron Silberstein, Alameda. *** (15-270) Mayor Spencer announced a motion is needed to consider the remaining agenda items: the Resolution adding regular Council meetings [paragraph no. 15-273) Regular Meeting Alameda City Council April 21, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-21.pdf |