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PlanningBoard | 2007-03-26 | 20 | Mr. Lil Arnerich drew an analogy by noting that he had played professional baseball for many years, and that while they played hard and to win, they were able to gather for a beer afterwards. He noted that with respect to a prior issue of Measure A, he wanted to reassure that he would never bear a grudge toward any Board member and would enjoy that beer afterwards whether Measure A was lost or not. He has known Mr. Wang for over 25 years as a conscientious member of the community, and who had contributed heavily to the city in many ways. He believed it was time to approve this benefit to the Northern Waterfront, which had been developed by world-class and prestigious architectural firms. He was concerned that these delays were costing Mr. Wang a considerable amount of money, and urged the Planning Board to approve this item. He complimented the Planning staff, particularly Ms. Woodbury and Mr. Thomas, for their time and courtesy extended to him when he requested information. Ms. Dorothy Freeman believed that Attachment B, Item 8, should more precisely define impact fees. The public hearing was closed for Board discussion. Board member Kohlstrand moved to extend the meeting to 11:30 p.m. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote - 6. Absent: Mariani. Vice President Cook wished to add language at the end of the sentence of 10.3.b: "creates a lively waterfront and pedestrian-friendly environment both day and night." Vice President Cook found that sometimes a longer list of uses is listed, and inquired whether a more consistent list of uses could be used. Mr. Thomas replied that this section had been rewritten after the Planning Board had looked at the detailed table, and determined that it was too detailed for the General Plan. He noted that there was a fair amount of discussion at the Advisory Committee, and noted that the intent of the Advisory Committee was that there could be a mix of uses or a single use. The phrase "a mix of" was stricken because that implied that a mix was required. President Lynch suggested that be added. Vice President Cook inquired whether it would be possible to add a tavern to activate the green. Mr. Thomas noted that the intent was to keep it medium-density residential, and that staff would consider that suggestion during any rezoning discussion. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft noted that it was directly across from the Del Monte site, which would allow a mix of uses. She noted that was not that far away. Board member Kohlstrand was uncomfortable in changing the land uses at this time after the extensive work and discussion. Planning Board Minutes Page 20 March 26, 2007 | PlanningBoard/2007-03-26.pdf |