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PlanningBoard | 2017-04-24 | 5 | President Köster closed the public hearing. Board Member Sullivan asked if there would be any animals at the farm. Doug Biggs said they have some chickens, pigeons, and doves currently. He said he does not see larger livestock as part of the current plan due to land use regulations. Board Member Mitchell asked how we are trying to move this project along. Staff Member Giles said they are working on an RFQ to take to City Council next month. Board Member Mitchell said he loved the community involvement in the design. He said it looks like a well rounded project. Board Member Zuppan questioned if the layout of the townhomes would be thoughtful enough in case they need to grow in the future. She said she would like to see more indoor community spaces. Board Member Curtis said this is a project that the community needs and we need to move it forward. Board Member Knox White said the community here makes Alameda a better place. He said we need to make sure we do not create dead spaces. He said the new street near the public park is ill placed and might create cut through traffic. President Köster said he loves the urban agriculture imagery. He suggested considering limiting automobile access on the interior streets. 8. MINUTES 8-A 2017-4204 Draft Meeting Minutes-February 27, 2017 Board Member Zuppan asked for a correction to her comment on the mix of housing and commercial on a development site. Board Member Mitchell made a motion to approve the minutes with the correction. Board Member Sullivan seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-0. 9. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS 9-A 2017-4208 Zoning Administrator and Design Review Recent Actions and Decisions Staff Member Thomas summarized recent decisions made by staff. Approved Minutes Page 5 of 6 April 24, 2017 Planning Board Meeting | PlanningBoard/2017-04-24.pdf |