pages: CityCouncil/2017-12-19.pdf, 8
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CityCouncil | 2017-12-19 | 8 | Mayor Spencer inquired whether Council is being asked to approve a range between 30,000 to 50,000 square feet of commercial and retail uses and when the uses is decided. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the Master Plan requires 30,000 square feet to be built whether there is a tenant or not; the entitlements allow the developer to build up to 50,000 square feet. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Council could request a higher percentage of commercial and retail space. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the percentage is Council's discretion. Mayor Spencer inquired if the EIR is approved, will the range be automatically set at 30,000 to 50,000 square foot. The Assistant Community Development Director responded in the negative; stated the EIR is a document that discloses the impacts of the project; continued the presentation. Councilmember Oddie requested clarification regarding the current status of the 9.5 acres of improved wharf. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the improved wharf is 4 acres. Councilmember Oddie requested clarification regarding the current status of the wharf. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the existing wharf is unimproved and has not been maintained for years; stated a condition of the project requires the property owner to improve the wharf to current standards. Councilmember Oddie inquired which portions of the unimproved wharf are on the City owned Tidelands. The Assistant Community Development Director responded none. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry, the Assistant Community Development Director stated to mitigate the risk, staff required the property owner to bring the wharf to current code standards. Councilmember Oddie inquired how the City can ensure the property owner does not request more money. The Assistant Community Development Director responded staff is requiring the property owner to complete all improvements to the wharf prior to the sale of any land. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 December 19, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-12-19.pdf |