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PlanningBoard | 2017-01-23 | 5 | President Köster asked if there were any education or demonstration space in this park. Mr. Winstead said it did not, but that there is community gathering space that could possibly serve that function. President Köster asked why the basketball was only a half court. Staff Member Thomas said that it was a recommendation from the Parks Dept. He said a full court bring a different kind of game with more adults. He said they have moved to using half courts in areas in close proximity to housing. President Köster asked if there are standard fixtures for bike racks, BBQs, and drinking fountains, or if they were meant to be unique. Staff Member Thomas said they do not have a specific policy. He said the Waterfront Park had some unique features. President Köster opened the public hearing. Susan Ramos said she visited the site and there are over-wintering monarch butterflies using the site. She said she hopes the design would include habitat and not just another playground. Casey Sparks said Site A fits in with the progress of the city. He said there was a lot of hope when the plan was passed and looks forward to the park breaking ground soon. He said increases in rent and cost of living in the East Bay, this project will be a step in the right direction. President Köster closed the public hearing. Board Member Zuppan said she was concerned that we did not know about the butterflies ahead of time. Staff Member Thomas explained that it is relatively new information to them as well. He said they are present in the Main Street neighborhood, but this park site is a parking lot right now, with no eucalyptus trees. Board Member Zuppan said she was concerned about bicycle traffic. She said the street should be naturally pretty slow. She said she is comfortable with the sharrows and supports placing bike racks where the activity is, specifically mentioning the basketball court. She said she supports the plan. Approved Minutes Page 5 of 15 Planning Board Meeting January 23, 2017 | PlanningBoard/2017-01-23.pdf |