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HistoricalAdvisoryBoard | 2006-01-05 | 6 | Irene Deeter stated her main concern is the location of the parking garage. The Elk's site would be a much better location and it would allow for the height and bulk of the Cineplex to be scaled down. The people of Alameda want a fully restored historic Theatre. She would like an agreement from the developer that he will completely restore the Historic Theatre. Charles Kasdorf stated that the proposed structure is too large. He would also like to see the historic Theatre completely restored. Paula Rainy, 556 Palace Ct., agreed that the size and scope of the project will have a detrimental effect on the neighborhood and the quality of life in Alameda. She would also like to see a model. Kristianne Koenen, 1360 Pearl Street, spoke in opposition of project. The thing that attracted her to Alameda was its uniqueness. She wants Alameda to hold the unique charm that draws people to it. She agreed that the garage is misplaced. She has joined the group Citizens for a Mega- Plex Free Alameda (CFMFA), who have worked hard to come up with an alternative plan. They have come up with ideas that would allow this area of Alameda to be a Civic Center. Kevin Frederick, 1287 Caroline St., spoke against the project as proposed. He would like to have more of a setback on the corner of Oak St. and Central Ave. He agrees that a model should be done. He stated the Elks Lodge would be a better location for the parking garage, and added that this suggestion has been ignored by City staff. The people should have a say, and have taken a lot of abuse. He would like an Environmental Impact Report done. Rob Ratto, Park Street Business Association (PSBA), would like to address a comment made by one of the previous speakers who indicated that the project would raise rents on Park Street and run out "mom and pop" businesses. He would like to say for the record that the owners of Oles', Tuckers, and La Pinata support this project as do most of the businesses on Park St. Robert Wood stated that his primary objections to this project have been scale. He agrees that this project is on a site that is too small. He would like to blame Longs for not making their site available. He stated that if this project goes ahead, it will establish precedence for the rest of the block. There is no Master Plan for the Civic Center in this City. He has asked the Planning Board to direct Staff to prepare a Master Plan for the Civic Center and its surrounding blocks. He agrees there should be a model done which should include the new Library and the Elks Club. Linda Kibler, 1625 San Antonio Ave., moved to Alameda because of the historic quaintness. She is fearful where this project will take our town in 20 years from now. It is too large and out of place for the downtown area. David Kirwin, 1416 Seminary Ave., would first like to thank Staff and Board members for all of their work on this project. He stated that this has been difficult because of the division that is being created between the business owners and the community. He stated that Oak Street is too Minutes of January 5, 2006 Regular Historical Advisory Board Meeting Page 6 | HistoricalAdvisoryBoard/2006-01-05.pdf |