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PlanningBoard | 2008-04-14 | 2 | years. Many options have been presented regarding modification of the Posey Tube and freeway exits on 1880. Caltrans has determined that one option, to cut through the Posey tube and create a "hard" right turn upon exiting the tube, is not feasible and was rejected because the tube is not a tunnel and enabling motorists to make a hard right turn could result in an increase of rear-end accidents. Another option considered was creating a new on-ramp at 6th and Market Streets. Although not as effective as the previous option this option is good for transit (bus/BART) connections and provides multiple options for vehicles. This study has a greater impact on Oakland since some property owners will be impacted by any proposed solutions. It will probably be 10-20 years before any construction will begin. It is challenging for cities to continue to rely on "building" their way out of traffic problems. Short-term successes in Alameda may be seen through project development conditions of approval. City Councilmember's from Alameda and Oakland meet quarterly to discuss transportation issues. This is an ongoing effort and will be a long process. Boardmember Ezzy Ashcraft commented that transportation is a regional not just a local problem. We need to continue to pursue opportunities to get people out of their cars. ORAL COMMUNICATION: Andrew Thomas advised the Board of a pending design review item for a location (Kohl's) at Alameda Towne Centre (ATC). President Cook asked how the design fits in with the Master Plan Amendment. Andrew Thomas responded by saying Alameda Towne Centre's (ATC) Planned Development Amendment (PDA) allows for expansion of floor area. ATC can introduce new tenants through the design review process but cannot increase tenant space (square footage). President Cook requested the item be placed on the agenda for the next Planning Board meeting on April 28, 2008. President Cook inquired about the status of Clif Bar. Andrew Thomas responded that Clif Bar was concerned about the lack of food choice options in the area and their employees' ability to bike to work. President Cook mentioned the board would like to hear about these concerns from Staff and not from reading it in the newspaper. CONSENT CALENDAR: Page 2 of 7 | PlanningBoard/2008-04-14.pdf |