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PlanningBoard | 2019-12-09 | 3 | proposed improvements are consistent with the Alameda Point General Plan, Zoning Code, and Waterfront Town Center Plan. The environmental effects of the proposed project were considered and disclosed in the Alameda Point Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse #2013012043). No further environmental review is required. Allen Tai, City Planner, gave a presentation on the design of Block 11. The staff report and attachments can be found at: https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=4265872&GUID=5D4FBCF6- E582-421D-8F3F-303EC9BOD3FB&FullText=1 President Curtis asked whether the bioswales would be capable of handling heavy rain events without creating standing water and mosquitos. Staff Member Tai said that the swales tie into the storm drain system and will be sized appropriately to handle runoff from the site, consistent with applicable regulations. David Israel, BAR architects, gave a presentation. Board Member Cavanaugh asked if the pool was the best use of the podium space, or if more landscaping and open space would be better. Mr. Israel said that they have a good amount of space up there, including landscaping, dining and seating areas, and that a pool has been determined to be an important feature of the project. Board Member Teague asked when the board would see the landscape plans for the shared plaza. Staff Member Tai said he believed that item came back to the board at a previous meeting and he does not anticipate those plans coming back again. President Curtis opened the public hearing. Richard Bangert said the new design of Block 11 is a major downgrade from the original design. He suggested keeping the original proposal. Rachel Campos de Ivanov asked if there was a way to work with the developer to keep the great elements of the original plans while ensuring the economics of the project still work. Board Member Teague said he wished the multi panel windows on the west elevation would return. He asked that the landscaping plan for Block 11 come back for review. He said he could support the project with those two changes. Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 3 of 7 December 9, 2019 | PlanningBoard/2019-12-09.pdf |