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PlanningBoard | 2012-02-13 | 12 | Board member Knox White stated that the biggest issue with the five alternative scenarios is that they don't provide any alternatives to anything because the outcomes are within a 1% difference of each other. Ultimately, the preferred scenario is the initial vision, which he believes staff should challenge. He encouraged the City to be careful about only talking about job creation and to not forget the other regional issues. President Ezzy Ashcraft stated on page 5 staff talked about Alameda Point in terms of acres and there are a lot, but when broken down to what is usable land there is not much. She would like to know if the City would be forced to comply with the scenario. Mr. Thomas replied that under Senate Bill 375 the regional bodies would create a planning effort that cities and counties can or cannot participate in. If the city or county chose not to participate in the regional strategy then there would be limited regional money for the city or county. President Ezzy Ashcraft asked if there is any protection from this regional strategy. She illustrated a lawsuit that occurred amongst the City of Alameda and the city of Oakland in 2003. The city of Oakland sued Alameda based on the City's General Plan amendment, which would allow a large number of housing units built onto Alameda Point. The city of Oakland cited increased traffic in Oakland's Chinatown District as the main outcome from allowing housing on Alameda Point. Board member Ashcraft also inquired about the status of the Oakland Chinatown Advisory Committee, which was formed from the settlement of the lawsuit. Mr. Thomas replied that the City couldn't meet housing numbers without financial support for their infrastructure systems. Therefore, the regional bodies would have to financially provide for transportation and housing. He goes on to say that Northern Waterfront, Alameda Point, and Alameda Landing require infrastructure improvements and the City cannot be sued by neighboring jurisdictions every time they attempt to provide housing. In terms of the Chinatown Committee, Staff Khan is the point person for that committee. President Ezzy Ashcraft asked if the City is looking island wide for building job sites. Mr. Thomas stated this question is definitely on staff's mind and will be included in the Housing Element. President Ezzy Ashcraft called for public comment. Bill Smith, member of Renewed Hope, stated that the City's focus is to provide housing or jobs and that causes a rift in the jobs and housing balance. Ultimately, he advocates for denser residential development. Lisa Sweet stressed the importance of how cars dictate green house gas emissions and sustainability. 9-D. Alameda Point Update: Implementing Land Use Amendments for Alameda Point Consistent with the Navy's Anticipated Conveyance of Alameda Point Property and the Approved Meeting Minutes Page 12 of 15 February 13, 2012 | PlanningBoard/2012-02-13.pdf |