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PlanningBoard | 2016-06-22 | 2 | CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, there have been no significant changes in circumstances that require revisions to the previously certified Environmental Impact Report. The proposed project is not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure endangered, rare, or threatened fish or wildlife or their habitat. Staff Member Thomas introduced the item. The staff report and attachments can be found at: https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=2751057&GUID=767B8261- -279-47BB-AOC3-8B37255A44FD&FullText=1 Ms. Bishop, biologist with Monk & Associates, gave a report on her wildlife survey. Chris Garwood, project applicant, spoke about why they think the site is a good spot for seniors. Michael O'Rourke, project applicant, explained how the operation would work and the growing need for this type of facility. Board Member Zuppan asked if a one day wildlife survey was adequate. Ms. Bishop explained the process she used to survey the site from a distance prior to a thorough examination of the site. Board Member Sullivan asked if May 6th was the right time to look for nesting birds. Ms. Bishop said it was and that nesting season begins in February. Board Member Mitchell asked for more information on the level of care for the residents and demands on emergency services. The applicant explained that they are an assisted living facility, but do not provide more acute levels of care such as feeding tubes, open wounds, etc. He said EMS is called periodically but not often. Board Member Henneberry asked if the zoning and licensing requirements are the same as for Cardinal Point. Staff Member Thomas said they were, but Cardinal Point was in a manufacturing area and this area allows more uses in the commercial area. Board Member Köster confirmed that the units do not have kitchens. President Knox White opened the public hearing. Approved Meeting Minutes June 22, 2016 Page 2 of 9 | PlanningBoard/2016-06-22.pdf |