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PlanningBoard | 2020-12-14 | 3 | Board Member Rona Rothenberg agreed with comments concerning the curb cuts being addressed in the design review and that the applicant should have communicated with their neighbors, with all the terms and conditions of being a good neighbor. She did support the variance on the merits that were outlined. Vice President Asheshh Saheba thought that this site would not be viable if they had to put any cars on it, it's a challenge site. He wanted to applaud the applicant for seeing the opportunities with deemphasizing cars, emphasizing bikes, and for bringing activity to the Cross Alameda Trail. He wanted the applicant to think thoughtfully about where bike parking would be and encouraged further discussions with neighbors. Board Member Curtis encouraged discussions with neighbors not only as a good neighbor but using shared parking (Starbucks and Walgreens after hours) added flexibility to the applicant's business plan. He was in support of the variance. Board Member Hom agreed with all the comments that had been mentioned and could make the findings for the variance. He also encouraged the applicant to aggressively practice the good neighbor policies and stay in contact with the Rodeway Inn to ensure parking doesn't become an issue. He was in support of the variance and believed this would be beneficial to the area. President Teague was supportive of the project but was very interested to hear from Public Works during the design review to make sure the loading area will not impede traffic or block buses. Board Member Curtis made the motion to approve the variance as submitted. Board Member Ruiz seconded the motion and a roll call vote was taken. The motion passed 7-0. 7-B 2020-8553 General Plan Update - Public Forum #4: Enhancing mobility, accessibility, and life on an island. Andrew Thomas, Director of Planning, Building, and Transportation, led the presentation. The staff report and attachments can be found at https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=4710191&GUID=30FB8832 224B-48C4-BE80-0A89586A5CA9&FullText=1. Amy MacPhee, from Cultivate Group, gave a rundown of the process and how long everything would take. She said the second draft of the General Plan should be available by spring or summer of 2021. Sarah Henry, Public Information Officer, spoke about community engagement and how residents can share feedback and participate in the forum. Approved Planning Board Minutes Page 3 of 8 December 14, 2020 | PlanningBoard/2020-12-14.pdf |