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PlanningBoard | 2016-01-11 | 2 | Staff Member Tai introduced the item. The staff report and attachments can be found at: ittps://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=2540600&GUID=E046864C- 3C13-4B01-B50E-BF39BA8C490A&FullText=1 Board Member Sullivan asked the property owner how the Alameda Landing Safeway has affected his business. The business owner, De Liu, explained that the Safeway gas station has had a large impact on his sales. He also said that many of his customers ask why he does not sell alcohol. He said he just wants the same chance to survive as the neighboring convenience stores and the gas stations on Park St. Board Member Köster opened the public hearing. De Liu said he covered most things in response to Board Member questions. He added that he wants what is fair for gas stations on Park St. to be fair for him and that it is an inconvenience for his customers. Board Member Köster closed the public hearing. Board Member Henneberry said he remembered when the item came before the board three years ago. He said the issue then was about approving alcohol sales at a gas stations. He said he does not see a reason to change it. Board Member Mitchell said he agreed with Board Member Henneberry, that nothing has changed to warrant approving the use permit now. Board Member Burton said he also remembered when the item came up previously and the large turnout of the public to speak on it, including many concerns from the neighbors. He said he agrees with the staff report saying nothing has changed since the previous decision that indicates they should change the decision. Board Member Sullivan said she is concerned with the competition small businesses face from the big box retailers. Board Member Köster said that the staff report and most of the letters received were still in opposition to this and that the applicant could appeal to the City Council if he did not agree with the Board's decision tonight. Board Member Henneberry made a motion to approve the staff recommendation to deny the use permit application. Board Member Mitchell seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-1. (Board Member Sullivan opposed) 2 Approved Minutes January 11, 2016 Planning Board Meeting | PlanningBoard/2016-01-11.pdf |