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PlanningBoard | 2011-01-10 | 5 | Mr. Williams mentioned that both HCEB and Satellite Housing are focused on green and sustainable development including water conservation, solar energy and walkability. The development will also pay attention to the indoor air quality using low or no VOC paints and finishes and formaldehyde-free products. President Ezzy Ashcraft opened the public comment period. Art Kurrasch, Chair of the Housing Commission, spoke in favor of the project. Richard Albert, father of a potential resident, spoke in favor of the project. Denis Craig, resident, spoke in favor of the project. Lauren Steinberg, Center for Independent Living, spoke in favor of the project. David Baker, resident, questioned where the funding for this project is coming from in light of the recent financial troubles state and local agencies are facing. Ms. Potter stated that the financing is a combination of local, state, and federal funding. The local financing will come from the City of Alameda's Redevelopment Agency the Community Improvement Commission (CIC) and the amount the project is requesting is money that the CIC has on hand. The State of California source of financing comes from the Multi-Family Housing Program (MHP) which are funds that are exclusively for affordable housing and cannot be recaptured by the State for any other uses. Once the MHP funds are expended there will be no more State funding. The HUD 811 Program is funded at the federal level for affordable housing. Christopher Buckley, resident, suggested that the stair tower be reduced in height to better fit with the building size. He also suggested that the windows have a thicker profile to give them a wood-like appearance. He would like the cement fiber siding boards in the front of the building to be smooth. His suggestions only apply to the street facing side of the building. Board member Lynch suggested that the architect and Planning staff work on the issues discussed. President Ezzy Ashcraft is concerned that if the project is delayed it could jeopardize the funding. Mr. Williams stated that he has discussed with the Planning Department that if there are minor revisions requested over time they will continue to work with them to improve the design of the project. He assured Mr. Buckley that they have had a number of lengthy conversations over the stair tower and it will be treated in a way that is fitting and appropriate. APPROVED MEETING MINUTES 5 OF 7 PLANNING BOARD 1/10/2011 | PlanningBoard/2011-01-10.pdf |