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PlanningBoard | 2015-10-26 | 4 | Board Member Burton asked about the process for getting permission for sidewalk encroachment. Staff Member Thomas said they created a condition to continue working on that element in order to try and eliminate the elevation change and then get an encroachment permit for sidewalk seating. Bridgett Shank, project architect, gave a presentation. Board Member Zuppan asked about the off-site parking arrangement and what would happen if the parking agreement was not renewed. Ms. Shank outlined the details for the nine off site spaces available for the site. Board Member Mitchell asked about sidewalk widths. The architect explained that the Park St. sidewalk is twelve feet wide, but there is currently asphalt encroaching into the sidewalk. She said Blanding has a six foot sidewalk. President Knox White opened the public hearing. Robb Ratto, Downtown Alameda Business Association, said the design is cutting edge and a great gateway project. Red Wetherill, a neighbor and architect, said professionals should review the details of the plan instead of Planning Board members and staff. Janet Koike said she supports the project. She said projects like this win over naysayers over time. Rich Krinks said he supports the project. He said it is innovative and a difficult site. Doug deHaan said there were several studies about the Park St. gateway and this design is not compatible with those findings. Reyla Graber said she agreed with Mr. deHaan. She said the design would be appropriate for Alameda Point but not for the Park St. gateway. She said it is not inviting or attractive. Page 4 of 8 Approved Minutes October 12, 2015 Planning Board Meeting | PlanningBoard/2015-10-26.pdf |