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PlanningBoard | 2015-01-26 | 2 | Mr. Ernst introduced Mr. David Israel, architect. Mr. Israel explained the uniqueness of the site within the City, and of the uniqueness of the City more generally. He emphasized the importance of taking an old site and reusing the buildings there to serve future generations. He explained the way transit and street infrastructure would have to be changed to suit the plans. Mr. Israel introduced Ms. April Phillips, site designer. Ms. Phillips explained that the developers split the site into three open space zones. The feel of each of the three zones will be different, but they will be interconnected with each other. She emphasized the importance of the water as a place where people can congregate for many different purposes. Ms. Jennifer Ott, Chief Operating Officer of Alameda Point, updated the Board on the City Council meeting of January 20= 2015. She said that the Council had many positive comments about the Site A plan, but they still had some comments regarding fiscal impact, traffic and public safety. The City has a fiscal neutrality policy for Alameda Point. Ms. Ott said that staff will be meeting with the City Council and the Planning Board monthly in order to best address everybody's concerns. Board Questions: Board Member Köster asked Mr. Ernst to elaborate on Phase Zero. Mr. Ernst replied that Phase Zero will focus on activities and events that can be regularly held at the Point. The developers want to work with Alameda businesses to bring permanent and recurring events to the open spaces at Alameda Point. Vice President Alvarez asked Mr. Thomas about environmental and financial aspects of the plan, and what the role of the Board is with regard to these issues. Mr. Thomas replied that the Board's job is to advise the Council on the adequacy of the development plan. He explained that Ms. Ott was working directly with the Council and the developers regarding the financial aspects of the plan. Vice President Alvarez asked Mr. Thomas to remind the public about the agreement with the Navy about the land at Alameda Point. Mr. Thomas explained to the public that the City can build no more than 1,425 housing units at the former Base site. About 1,200 have yet to be built. About 800 units are to be included on the Site A site. Vice President Alvarez asked Mr. Thomas about the Planning Board and Transportation Commission's joint meeting. Mr. Thomas said that the meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at the Council Chambers. Approved Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 6 January 26, 2015 | PlanningBoard/2015-01-26.pdf |