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PlanningBoard | 2009-01-26 | 8 | Board member Autorino shares the concerns brought up by the board members. He sees this project as an opportunity to get rid of the industrial buildings and get people and houses on the water. He feels that whatever is on the property it must maximize the waterfront. President Kohlstrand stated that the members of the public and the board members have articulated the issues that need to be addressed in the EIR. She would like to see the City work with the property owner and the community to ensure that something happens on the site. She suggested that a community workshop be held to discuss alternatives for the site. She stated that something does need to happen to the site to revitalize the neighborhood. Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft mentioned that the City and residents need to realize that the property is owned by an individual and there needs to be a balance between the owners interest and the City's interest. She believes there will be a better overall outcome if everyone works together. She agreed that it would be nice if it could be parkland but the City does not have the resources at this time to make that a reality and someone other than the City owns the property. Board member Autorino stated that he has taken a boundary tour of the site and would be very interested to see the inside of the building because it may help with suggesting alternatives for the site. 10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: Vice President Ezzy Ashcraft reported that the City of Alameda will be holding a workshop on Green Building/Bay Friendly Landscape on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at the Library from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 11. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS: Board members may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a brief report on his or her activities. In addition, the Board may provide a referral to staff or other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the body at a subsequent meeting concerning a City matter or, through the chair, direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of business on a future agenda. Board member Cook asked if anyone knew what was going to be build on the property in Oakland just over the High Street Bridge. The site was once covered with large containers, which have been removed. Board member McNamara stated that she had heard that it was a restaurant supply distribution center. Staff will look into the question. President Kohlstrand mentioned she has the brochure for the upcoming 2009 National Planners Conference if anyone is interested. She also acknowledged the passing of former Planning Board President Mel Sanderson for his contributions to the City of Alameda. Page 8 of 9 | PlanningBoard/2009-01-26.pdf |