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PlanningBoard | 2009-04-27 | 5 | M. O'Malley stated that they had already increased staffing for the morning shifts, but that from a business standpoint, it would not be feasible to add additional staff for the 2 hour window in which off-loading and restocking occurs. C. Healey commented that the businesses should move the delivery hours to the normal business hours to lessen the impact of trucks in the residential areas and that they should flex their staffing needs accordingly. M. Radding, representing Alameda Neighbors United, distributed letters from neighbors against the truck traffic and described the negative impacts of truck traffic. He commented that truck traffic should be limited to normal business hours to reduce noise and improve quality of life for the residents of Alameda. H. Sellers stated that the truck survey conducted by the Alameda ATC security company was misleading, as the survey was started after the holiday season, when truck traffic is naturally lower. She also pointed out that the Alameda Police Department has been unable to enforce the current truck traffic limitations and allowing the proposed Use Permits would make it more difficult to ensure compliance. She presented a video depicting the truck traffic on the non-truck-route portion of Otis Drive. D. Radding, also representing Alameda Neighbors United, read sample quotes from the submitted letters and requested that the Planning Board deny the Use Permits. M. Corbitt, Alameda Towne Centre General Manager, spoke about the business' economic viability that would be impacted by a restrictive delivery policy and the efforts that have been undertaken to address neighbors' concerns. Vice-President Ezzy Ashcraft asked for clarification on the construction occurring in the alley way between Applebee's and Trader Joe's. M. Corbitt clarified the scope of work and timeline. President Kohlstrand closed the public comment portion. Board member Autorino asked how the trucks are scheduled for delivery and asked whether Big 5 would be able to deliver at a later time. B. James explained that they have pushed back the delivery time from 3 am to 7 pm, but that it significantly impacts the truck drivers' time lines as they conduct linked deliveries across California. They have asked for this Use Permit, as the City has placed them on notice. Page 5 of 10 | PlanningBoard/2009-04-27.pdf |