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HistoricalAdvisoryBoard | 2005-04-07 | 7 | PARKING STRUCTURE: Mr. Michael Stanton, architect, gave a brief summary of what was presented to the Planning Board on March 28, 2005. Mr. Stanton informed the HAB of the comments they received from the Planning Board. The Planning Board preferred the lighter color brick, simplify the lines (on top) of Cineplex behind Longs, more lighting on the disabled bike access of parking garage, stair tower should either be all open or have the same openings as the parking garage, eliminate the on-street parking on Oak St. to extend the sidewalk and add street trees. Board member Tilos opened the floor to Public comment. Don Cunningham, Twin Towers Church, is in favor of the lighting and the color. He stated that Twin Towers was built long before automobiles were in use. Not in favor of losing the on-street parking on Oak St. He is concerned with the travel pattern. Chuck Millar, 2829 San Jose Ave., stated that for safety reasons the on-street parking should be eliminated. All construction should fit in to the surrounding area. He would like to know what the HAB's role in this project is? In response to Mr. Millar question, Ms. Altschuler stated, there are three items that require approval from the HAB. First, Certificate of Approval for the structural alterations relating to the seismic strengthening of the front façade, second, the new openings between the theatre and the new Cineplex, and third, the new opening for the concession stand. The Planning Board will give final design approval for the Cineplex and Parking Garage. Staff is just asking for comments from the HAB. Kevin Frederick, 1287 Caroline St., is not in favor of the exterior design He feels it is out of place with surrounding buildings. Don Sargent, is not in favor of façade. He feels the open banks can be treated architecturally. He feels that it might be necessary to take away the on-street parking on the opposite side of the street as well. Richard Knight is not in favor of design. He feels there are no historical elements. Is not compatible with surrounding area. Ann Rutter commended Michael Stanton for his work on this project. She would like to see free parking on Sundays. She is in favor of the lighting design, but would like to see more art deco. Minutes of April 7, 2005 Regular Historical Advisory Board Meeting 7 | HistoricalAdvisoryBoard/2005-04-07.pdf |