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PlanningBoard | 2007-03-26 | 15 | and strong, there was no threat in undertaking the discussion. She added that looking at different facets of Measure A did not mean that Victorians would be torn down. She noted that areas such as Alameda Point, the Boatworks and Alameda Landing that were coming up for development. She believed that people should be able to discuss the issue freely, and she believed that a better-informed decision would result. She noted that it may be possible to develop more open space and parks, and added that the discussion was a way to do the best for the community. Board member Mariani noted that she had not pushed for any forums with respect to Measure A, nor had she advocated for it. She recalled asking City Council for guidance on this issue, and suggested that occur again. She believed the presentation by Woody Minor would be very informative. She noted that Ms. Woodbury placed this item on the agenda at the request of some Board members, and added that Alamedans were very protective of their community. She did not believe it was their intent to behave in a threatening or intimidating manner. She noted that there had been numerous discussions of Measure A in the past, and did not feel comfortable advocating for or against it. President Lynch asked that the individuals in the room speak with those who had since left, and noted that it was unfortunate that this issue seems to have been mischaracterized He had yet to hear any Board member advocate for more density at any time, to which many speakers had referred; he wished to emphasize that was not the case. He noted that as part of the land use determination, this Board examined the design elements on Alameda Point. He noted that the desires of various groups in the community must be incorporated into these plans. He noted that the design questions addressed how various actions would be taken if the City so chose, and what they would look like, given Measure A. He noted that did not mean it must necessarily be done. He emphasized that there had been no advocacy on the Planning Board to repeal Measure A, and added that it may be strengthened. He noted that it was strictly an educational exercise. Board member Cunningham noted that the Planning Board was fairly impartial about this issue, and supported having several Board members, as well as members of the public on the Committee. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft suggested that the Mayor appoint several people to join the committee. Board member Mariani believed that the Planning Board should run this appointment by the City Council, and inquired who authorized it. President Lynch noted that this was not a policy issue, and that others had interpreted it as an educational presentation. Board member Mariani proposed that the Planning Board invite people to make presentations on Measure A. Planning Board Minutes Page 15 March 26, 2007 | PlanningBoard/2007-03-26.pdf |