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PlanningBoard | 2005-09-29 | 7 | Mr. Dwayne Watson spoke in support of this item, and echoed Mr. Rossilon's comments. He noted that he had worked on the Parking Committee, and believed this was the best arrangement that was feasible. He believed the design for the two theaters was fantastic, and that it had been falling apart for years. Ms. Ani Dimusheva, 2911 Calhoun, spoke in opposition to this item, and believed it was contrary to the City's General Plan because it did not fit into Alameda's small-town character. She believed the City's historic architecture should be preserved. She urged the City to start again with the design. Ms. Michelle Misino deLuca, 1506 Lincoln Avenue, spoke in support of this item. She disagreed with the characterization of this project as a megaplex, and supported the benefit to Park Street businesses. She said it would be a good source of revenue to the City. Ms. Monica Pena, 1361 Regent Street, spoke in opposition to this item. She believed the 3 AM closing time would be a safety hazard, both on the streets and in the parking garage; it would also place a burden on the City's law enforcement officers. She expressed concern that Board member Piziali had signed and circulated a pro-theater petition. Mr. Harvey Brook spoke in support of this item, and noted that he was a consultant who worked with other theater restorations in the state. He disagreed with the opponents' assessment of the parking capacity, and noted that there were approximately 578 spaces available, which would be sufficient for a busy Saturday night. Ms. Pamela McBride, 909 Shorepoint Court, indicated she was in favor of this project but was not in attendance to speak. Mr. Gail Wertzork, 3452 Capella Lane, spoke in support of this item. He believed this was a marquee project for the City, and noted that he had been involved with this project since its inception. He had spoken to many small business owners surrounding Park Street whose customers had a difficult time finding a place to park. He believed the parking garage would be a benefit to the City. Mr. Fritz Mayer, 146 Purcell Drive, spoke in support of this item, and believed it would be critical to the vibrance of the City. He read into the record a letter from Walt Jacobs, president of the Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Kathy Shaughnessy, 619 Willow Street, spoke in support of the Use Permit and the extended hours of operation. Ms. Barbara Marchand, Marchand and Associates, 1212 Regent Street, spoke in support of this item, and believed that it would help the City's economic condition. Mr. Blake Brydon, 1033 Camino del Valle, spoke in support of this item. He supported the multiple screens, height requirements and the extended hours of operation for occasional special events and Planning Board Minutes Page 7 September 29, 2005 | PlanningBoard/2005-09-29.pdf |