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PlanningBoard | 2006-07-24 | 10 | Ms. Helen Sause, 816 Grand Street, spoke in favor of this project. She wished to address the circulation of the shuttle, and did not believe the shuttle should just bring people to bus stops; she believed the shuttle should run the length of Webster Street, which would enliven the retail shops. She hoped that the ongoing dialogue between the public, the Planning Board, the Developer and staff would continue for a project this size. Mr. Jon Spangler, 1037 San Antonio Avenue, spoke in favor of this item. He echoed the comments of Mr. Knox White, Mr. Krueger and Ms. Sause. He supported placing showers in each office building for those who bike to work. He inquired whether the TDM manager would be a full-time, permanent job. He inquired whether there would be wake control and protection for the waterfront plaza. He emphasized the importance of a zero net energy use design throughout the project for the LEED certification. Mr. Hadi Monsef, Alameda Association of Realtors, PO Box 1353, spoke in favor of this item and noted that the AAR unanimously endorsed this project. Mr. Walt Jacobs, 28 Balleybay, immediate past president of Alameda Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of this item, which he believed would be a great asset to the City. Ms. Anita Ng, 1529 Webster Street, spoke in favor of this item and hoped this project would bring more shoppers to the West End of Alameda. Ms. Melody Marr, CEO, Alameda Chamber of Commerce, 1416 Park Avenue, noted that the Chamber supported this project wholeheartedly. She appreciated the applicant's willingness to listen carefully to the residents and surrounding business owners. She noted that the Chamber of Commerce president could not attend, and she read the comments into the record: "Dear Members of the Planning Board, As a representative of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, I would like to express our strong support for the Alameda Landing project in its current form. We believe this project offers tremendous benefits to the people of Alameda, as well as an attractive site for new businesses. The project is already bringing commercial tenants that will offer a substantial positive economic impact to the City of Alameda. This type of waterfront development is a giant step in developing our blighted waterfront areas into multiuse spaces that will benefit the entire community. I urge you to vote your approval of the project now to avoid any further delays in the development process. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Rich Warren, President Alameda Chamber of Commerce" Planning Board Minutes Page 10 July 24, 2006 | PlanningBoard/2006-07-24.pdf |