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PlanningBoard | 2008-11-24 | 11 | Staff suggested that the Board could sever amendment number four, vote on it separately, and then vote on the rest. Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft wanted some of the language changed to be more specific as to what the guidelines would be. She also asked what alternative connections would be implemented. She asked what a traffic toolbox is. Board member Cook wanted to include some language regarding public obstacles, such as transformers, and improving sidewalk dining and the pedestrian environment. She asked about the map and where it lists the secondary transit corridor and what it means. Mr. Kahn replied by saying that these are potential streets that could provide east/west and north/south connectivity in Alameda. Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft mentioned that the bus used to go down Willow to Otis. When it was taken out, it created a hardship for people. M/S/C (Cook/Autorino) to Certify the EIR Approved 6-0-0 M/S/C (Ezzy Ashcraft/Lynch) to approve the Draft Transportation Element with all staff recommendations except for amendment number four. Approved 6-0-0 M/S/C (Autorino/Lynch) to approve amendment number four with changes. Approved 6-1-0 (Cook no) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: (10-A.) Report to ARRA Regarding SunCal Redevelopment Plan Mr. Thomas updated the Board and reported that SunCal is working on their draft master plan for presentation in December and is developing ballot language for the November 2009 election. A staff report on parking was distributed to the Board. Board member Cook asked if there had been any surveys done since the parking garage had opened. Board member Lynch expressed appreciation for the work done regarding the historic theater and Alameda Towne Centre. Page 11 of 12 | PlanningBoard/2008-11-24.pdf |