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CityCouncil | 2022-01-18 | 11 | zone residential areas: Madlen Saddik, Alameda Chamber of Commerce. Stated that she is in favor of the Encinal Terminal project; stated only two of her 14 employees live in Alameda due to the lack of affordable housing; the project offers much needed affordable and middle housing and will help meet RHNA numbers; expressed support for the public access to the waterfront; urged Council to move forward with the project: Kelly Lux, Alameda Chamber of Commerce. Expressed support for the Encinal Terminals project; stated that she supports public access to the waterfront; the current conditions are dangerous and the project is a wonderful use of the space: Michelle Morgan, Alameda. Expressed support for the land exchange and development of the Encinal Terminals site; stated the site is key for residential development, which will further Alameda's ability to meet the RHNA obligation; the City will receive a useful waterfront; the site is ideal for waterfront residential development and a public shoreline; expressed support for a water shuttle landing; urged the project showcase waterfront design; urged Council to approve the land exchange and development proposal: Betsy Mathieson, Alameda. Expressed support for the project; urged Council approve the Tidelands exchange; discussed the consequences of not approving the project; stated the City is coming out ahead in the exchange; he supports the kayak launch and public trust idea; he would like to see the developer increase the density by replacing the townhomes with mid-rise buildings; expressed concern about parking: Zac Bowling, Alameda. Questioned whether the planning for the project has taken into account other potential units being built in Marina Village of it the project is being considered in a vacuum; stated the project has the potential to transform the area; the project gives the City a good chance at meeting the RHNA obligation; expressed support for the project; urged Council approval: Bill Pai, Community of Harbor Bay Isle. Expressed support for the project; stated that he applauds the emphasis on the RHNA obligation, Housing Element and ramifications of non-approval; discussed his experience with the RHNA obligation process; stated HCD has changed its stance on non-compliance with RHNA; HCD has already taken action against cities for non-compliance and will likely impose fees; urged Council take the project and run with it: Matt Regan, Bay Area Council. Expressed support for the project; stated there is no real reason to reject the project; discussed the shape and value of the project site; expressed concern about not supporting the project; stated the vote for the project should be unanimous; the City is not losing anything of value; the project provides benefits to many; he supports a water taxi for the site: Josh Geyer, Alameda. Stated the project offers workers career pathways, apprenticeship opportunities and healthcare benefits; an agreement has been made; he supports the partnership; the project is well thought- out and will play a vital role in the City; it is important to support the land exchange and title settlement agreement; the project will directly improve the lives of hundreds: Vince Sugrue, Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 104. Stated approval of the project is important to Alameda historic preservation; the project will provide 589 housing units which can be applied towards RHNA; if the project is not approved, Regular Meeting Alameda City Council January 18, 2022 11 | CityCouncil/2022-01-18.pdf |