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PlanningBoard | 2012-05-14 | 2 | 6-B Alameda Landing - Final Design Review: Target Store Building Design Improvements Andrew Thomas, Planning Services Manager, gave brief report. Board member Knox White stated that his understanding of this item was an update; and the Board could call it for review. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft asked if the Board is being asked to accept the staff decision or call the action for review at a future Public Hearing. She stated she is concerned, procedurally, that the item is not being re-opened. She concluded by stating that she prefers the sign not be illuminated and asked if the Board can construe that staff has decided that it is a good idea to ask that the sign not be lighted. Mr. Thomas replied that the sign, although on an angle, faces residential neighborhoods. According the Boards original condition, the sign should not be illuminated. The staff decision to not allow the sign to be illuminated complies with the Board's original conditions. President Zuppan asked that since the sign being on an angle creates a bit of a grey area, and if the sign's illuminations could come back during the design review. Mr. Thomas responded in the affirmative. President Zuppan opened the public comment period. Chuck Kapelke, resident, stated that due to the size and magnitude of the project a public review process should be allowed. Karen Bey, resident, thanked the board for bringing the item back, allowing the public to comment. Jon Spangler, resident, stated he has been involved with the project for a decade and is glad to see it on the agenda. He expressed disappointment that Target is not constructing a building with zero net energy use. President Zuppan closed the public comment period. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft stated she appreciates being able to see the building materials that will be used. She referenced the letter written by John Dewes of Target to City staff and the Board on May 1 that states time has become a critical factor and an extension in the design process and any further delays in the building approval would put the project timeline in jeopardy. Board member Burton concurred with Board member Ezzy Ashcraft regarding the characterization of the letter which has a disappointing tone and expressed a hope that the Board will not see that tone in the future. Board member Henneberry stated he concurs with the recommendation to not allow the 12 foot sign that faces residential be illuminated. Approved Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 12 May 14, 2012 | PlanningBoard/2012-05-14.pdf |