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PlanningBoard | 2007-01-08 | 7 | as some potentially larger developments are examined. He thought the analysis of the CEQA shortcomings was interesting, and that developers coming into Alameda would be asked to do similar studies. Mr. Thomas noted that the City's thresholds for analyzing projects focused on the car, which was discussed by the Chinatown representatives in 2002-3 when discussing some of Alameda's and Oakland's EIRs. He noted that many felt that the impact on pedestrians, transit and bicyclists needed to be addressed more thoroughly. He noted that the Transportation Commission and then the Planning Board had also been raising the same concerns that the analysis had been centered on cars. He noted that the two cities could work together in developing a common methodology to benefit both cities. Member Kohlstrand noted that as a transportation planner, she knew that many cities were grappling with that issue, and that it was intended for applications in suburban environments where lanes could be added. She noted that the resulting wide streets became very difficult for pedestrians to cross. She noted that San Francisco was still struggling with that issue, and believed it would be beneficial to examine the measures being implemented by San Francisco. President Lynch inquired whether there was any response provided to the Oakland Mayor's office or City Council when they suspended the cumulative impact analysis for developments in Oakland. Mr. Thomas replied that that legislation was passed just before this committee was established. President Lynch noted that the Mayor requested a waiver from the cumulative impact analysis within the documents for the City of Oakland and their projects; that was approved by the State legislature. He believed that creative thinking would be necessary in the design aspects of streets and questions raised about the social impacts, social interaction, air quality and quality of life. Member Mariani noted that it had been a pleasure serving on this committee, and that she would continue to do SO. No action was taken. Planning Board Minutes Page 7 January 8, 2007 | PlanningBoard/2007-01-08.pdf |