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CityCouncil | 2017-02-07 | 7 | has the same issues; one example is commercial abutting residential; he is supportive of having the referral go through the referral process and have staff return to Council; the referral has merit and will go into the queue with the others; the matter needs to be addressed. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the City has outdoor lighting regulations. Mayor Spencer stated that she is not sure what regulations are currently in place, but they are insufficient. The City Attorney stated lighting issues are addressed during the planning process, but likely not as strong as the Mayor's referral. The City Manager stated that she is not sure of the specific regulations but has seen the conditions of approval for the project; the standard conditions of approval are not consistent. Councilmember Oddie stated if there are no regulations to review or update, regulations would need to be started from scratch. Mayor Spencer stated there is something which needs a cursory review; the breadth of the issue listed in the referral has become a community concern. Councilmember Oddie stated the HOA has not contacted Council to say the issue is a priority; he wonders if the focus should be on VF Outdoor; the HOA has not passed a resolution and staff should not be asked to make a huge effort; there are reasons why parking garages should be lit, including public safety. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would support directing staff to review and address lighting regulations not targeting a specific business. Vice Mayor Vella stated to the extent Council could provide a guideline Citywide, this is an opportunity to do so and make sure there is a process for input. Councilmember Oddie stated he would support a policy if it focuses on the borders between commercial and residences and includes consideration of public safety. Councilmember Matarrese stated Council should also consider that Site A is going to be designed and built as mixed use; there are many articles about light pollution impacts on migratory animals; there should be strong consideration of factors in the guidelines; the guidelines would not be started from scratch as other cities have gone through similar efforts. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of directing staff to review and update outdoor lighting regulations. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 February 7, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-02-07.pdf |