1993-09-07 Special CC MinutesSPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE ALAMEDA CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 7, 1993
The meeting convened at 10:15 p.m., with President Withrow
presiding.
ROLL CALL -
Present: Councilmembers Appezzato, Arnerich,
Lucas, Roth and President Withrow - 5.
Absent: None.
93-567 Consideration of the Kmart Store Project, Oakland; and
action, if desired. (Mayor Withrow)
Gerhard Degemann, Alameda, requested information and was provided
a report by Assistant City Manager.
The Planning Director reviewed the Project, including traffic
analyses.
The City Manager commented he received a telephone call from the
main consultant who stated he wanted to work with Alameda.
Councilman Arnerich noted the store will be one of the largest
Kmarts in the country and expressed concern regarding traffic
impacts and the effects upon local businesses.
Mr. Degemann stated his concern is that Kmart will hurt small
businesses in Alameda; we need to get together with business
community to see how business and tax dollars can be kept in
Alameda.
James Royer, Alameda, stated he shares Mr. Degemann's concerns;
noted vacant land and freeway interchanges available a short way
down the freeway and questioned why proposed site was chosen.
Councilmember Lucas stated many questions have been raised; she
would like Community Development or Economic Development Commission
to answer some of the questions; inquired whether Kmart will take
away from Alameda or save Alamedans a trip to large stores like
Price Club; whether Project is an economic detriment or benefit to
Alameda; and what would be the effect on jobs.
Councilman Arnerich stated he agrees with Councilmember Lucas;
Kmart is a huge project; many things must be looked at; we need
traffic-, noise-, and job protection.
Councilmember Appezzato agreed and stated he will look forward to
receiving staff report.
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In response to Councilmember Lucas, the Planning Director replied
the next meeting of the City of Oakland Planning Commission will be
held September 22nd.
Lawrence VanHook, Alameda, requested Oakland hiring policy be
looked at because of strong policy to hire Oakland citizens.
Mayor Withrow agreed and stated someone should attend the Oakland
Planning Commission Meeting to represent Alameda.
ADJOURNMENT
President Withrow adjourned the meeting at 10:42 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
The agenda for the meeting was posted in advance in accordance with
the Brown Act.
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