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PlanningBoard | 2005-05-09 | 4 | the bow window, and believed the signage should be on the front to identify the building. Mr. Robb Ratto, Executive Director, PSBA, commended the architect for taking the economic issues into account with this project, and for placing the retail space in the area. He liked the inclusion of the public's comments into this design. He believed the 20-inch overhang on the Central Avenue side would be softened by the canopies; on the Oak Street side, the plan for the extension of the sidewalk was unanimously approved by the PSBA Board of Directors. Regarding the number of screens, the DDA was already in effect between Movietex and the City. He liked the design, and realized it would be tweaked somewhat. Mr. Christopher Buckley, AAPS, 1017 San Antonio Avenue, noted that they would have preferred a less modernistic design, but would address the other concerns such as the integration of different building masses and design elements. He noted that he would submit comments regarding the design elements. He recommended that the vertical columns be made more consistent from the street level to the top to reinforce the established rhythm, and to tie in with the vertical elements of the established theater. Mr. Dick Rutter, AAPS, 2329 Santa Clara #204, noted that he had been against the 20-inch projection, but agreed that they should be consistent. He believed that fine-tuning could be done, and that the 20-inch depth on the two sides of the corner should be reduced. Ms. Elizabeth Krase, 3520 Chester Street, noted that she was an architectural historian, and expressed concern about compliance with the Secretary of State standards regarding additions to historic properties. She believed the historic color scheme and finishes should be identified now in order to guide the choices of the colors and finishes on the Cineplex, so it will be compatible with the old theater. She expressed concern that the Planning Board and the HAB may not be able to make an informed decision about whether the project may meet the Secretary's standards until the City has requested the architectural resources group to identify the original exterior colors and finishes of the historic theater. She supported the extension of the pilasters up the front of the Cineplex to suggest the pilasters on the old theater. Mr. Chuck Millar, believed there was a missed opportunity in that he had not seen any members of the general public without any commercial interest in the theater say that they loved the design. He hoped the actual theater would look better than the design. It bothered him that the design was not site-specific, with the exception of the massing. Mr. Robert Wood, 259 Oyster Pond, spoke in support of this project, and noted that he was a citizen with no vested interest in the project. He believed the seven theaters were necessary to make the project financially feasible. He believed the 20-inch overhang was a positive aspect by modulating the façade of the building. The public hearing was closed for Board discussion. Planning Board Minutes Page 4 May 9, 2005 | PlanningBoard/2005-05-09.pdf |