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PlanningBoard | 2008-01-14 | 8 | Board Member Lynch cautioned against creating a policy that would constrain the creativity of a future use. Mr. Thomas believed that staff could fine-tune the language to acknowledge the different circumstances. Vice President Kohlstrand suggested going up to 400 feet for the block lengths. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft noted that Santana Row had a lot of sidewalk dining, and that was not compatible with a lot of auto traffic. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft noted that with respect to 2.5(x)(d), "Street Trees and Landscaping," she would like to insert wording from the Landscaping Guidelines. She would like to include a reference to new construction and design that is energy efficient. President Cook noted that with respect to 2.5(y), the same language referring to parking being located behind or beside the building appeared, and suggested that the previous changes be applied to this section as well; she would like the new language about sidewalk dining and curb cuts to be included as well. Board Member Lynch noted that Bay Street in Emeryville had changed; where cars could drive through near the Elephant Bar, that street had been blocked off to allow more pedestrian activity and sidewalk dining. The public hearing was opened. Ms. Karen Bey thanked staff for the document, and believed it was good City policy to have a clear vision on what the community desired in terms of retail. She noted that cities have been taking the lead in terms of development goals. She strongly believed that in the effort to encourage development, cities should be flexible but should also have written policy. She cited the Cities of Ojai and San Francisco as upholding new ordinances regulating new retail establishments. The public hearing was closed for Board discussion. No action was taken. 9-B. Approve a Change in the Format for a Future Public Forum Regarding the Housing Element and Measure A. Mr. Thomas presented the staff report. Staff recommended that the Planning Board approve a change to the format which would allow staff to expand the time available for the panel discussions and eliminate the small group discussions. Mr. Thomas noted that several letters had been received on this item. The public hearing was opened. Page 8 of 12 | PlanningBoard/2008-01-14.pdf |