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CityCouncil | 2015-12-01 | 10 | 528 Councilmember Oddie suggested amending the motion to refer the matter back to the Planning Board based on Council comments for redesign. Councilmember Daysog agreed to amend the motion. Mayor Spencer stated that she is looking for a significant redesign; every Planning Board member should read the strategic plan guidelines; the design does not reach the mark. Vice Mayor Matarrese seconded the motion. Councilmember Oddie inquired that if the containers are camouflaged, would the design fit in better; stated he is trying to give as much direction as much as possible. Mayor Spencer responded if there is a way to manipulate the design so that the project does not look like stacked shipping containers; suggested reaching out to people who have concerns. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated the developer should decide whether or not to use containers at all or start over with different materials. Councilmember Oddie stated a sizeable amount of people did support the project; the neighbors cannot be discounted. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated the property owner should have the ultimate say. Councilmember Oddie responded that he does not want to send the owner back to change something, then have the project rejected again. The City Planner stated giving the applicant clear guidelines would be helpful because the design will still be modern; inquired if Council has a problem with a modern design. Councilmember Daysog responded modern architecture is a style; stated the urban design manual allows specific types of architectural design styles. Mayor Spencer stated that she has no problem with modern design; the project should reflect the high degree of craft that is indicative of Alameda's past and forms the foundation for its future. Councilmember Oddie inquired if the staff could fix the design manual flaw. The City Planner responded in the affirmative; stated staff will go back to the Planning Board to continue dialogue regarding the manual. Councilmember Daysog stated the issue is not what style is appropriate, it is the process. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council December 1, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-12-01.pdf |