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CityCouncil | 2017-07-18 | 29 | Stated that he supports the proposal because it supports the maritime industry: Dan Morrison, Starlight Marine Services. Stated Alameda Landing has created a lot of jobs for people in Alameda; the project will create a lot of jobs; urged Council to adopt the ordinance: Doug Biggs, Alameda Point Collaborative. Stated that she is concerned with the lack of universal design in the proposal: Beth Kenny, Alameda. Stated the housing can be a mix for families, seniors and single residents; the site creates unique opportunities for bike and pedestrian access; he would like to preserve surface space to have flexibility in the future; urged Council to approve the project: Brian McGuire, BikeWalk Alameda. Urged Council to approve the project: Rich Krinks, Alameda. Councilmember Matarrese stated he would like to ensure that the required 50% commercial/industrial use actually happens; the amendment should include language to require that Bay Ship & Yacht, or a maritime commercial occupant, occupies 50% in a limited period of time otherwise the amendment is void; a senior component should be included in the 400 housing units; stated affordable by design is meaningless. Vice Mayor Vella stated there is a public benefit to constructing housing; the easements in the project provide a substantial benefit to alleviate traffic; requested clarification about whether the easements include surface streets. The Assistant Community Development Director responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Vella suggested working with the Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) on the water taxi; stated that she has concerns about the universal design aspect; she would like the units to be 100% universal design; visit-ability issues should be worked on; there should be conversations with the Committee on Disability Issues to ensure it is behind the project; inquired where Bay Ship & Yacht currently stands. Alan Cameron, Bay Ship & Yacht, responded they have funding, are ready to go, and are waiting for the property to close. Mayor Spencer inquired whether there can be an amendment to guarantee that the property can remain maritime commercial long term. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the project is maxed out with maritime commercial density uses; if the property is sold, a new EIR will be required, which would prevent any other type of uses. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council July 18, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-07-18.pdf |