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1991-04-16 Regular CIC Minutes129 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - APRIL 16, 1991 The Meeting convened at 7:30 p.m., with Chairman Corica presiding. The invocation was given by Reverend Wilfred Hodgkin, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Camicia. ROLL CALL - Present: Commissioners Arnerich, Camicia, Thomas, Withrow, and Chairman Corica - 5. Absent: None. MINUTES Commissioner Camicia moved approval of the Minutes of the regular Community Improvement Commission Meeting of March 19, 1991. RESOLUTIONS 91 -71 Resolution No. 91 -48 "Approving and adopting Rules Governing Participation by Property Owners and the extension of reasonable preferences to business occupants in the Business and Waterfront Improvement Project." Adopted. Diane Coler -Dark, 2857 Jackson Street, Member, Economic Development Commission (EDC), stated the Commission met, had many questions and discussions, and was satisfied that the rules presented allow needed flexibility. Kent Rosenblum, 3207 Liberty Avenue, West Alameda Business Association (WABA), congratulated Council - elect; particularly for Farmers' Market; and read a letter kefromunWABA Board favoring the Business and Waterfront Improvement Project (BWIP) and encouraging Council to vote to put the Project in place in a timely manner. James Musbach, 1815B Fourth Street, Economic and Planning Systems, stated he was on the consulting team which prepared report to Council; commented on EDC's and Planning Board's reviews; noted the report is a compilation of various elements and work that has gone into reviewing and formulating the improvement program; commented on analyses, administrative implementation issues, e.g., impacts, policies; and negotiations with taxing agencies regarding mitigation of taxing impacts which may exist. Commissioner Withrow inquired what, in the documentation, the City Council legislative body should be concerned about; to which Mr. Musbach stated, from the standpoint of the purpose of establishing a legal basis and a case for establishing redevelopment, the blight findings are critically important; from the standpoint of the objectives of the Plan, the improvements being funded and the sources of funding should be looked at. Commissioner Withrow discussed the range of projected revenue with April 16, 1991 130 the consultant; and the consultant noted the timing of the development forecasted has been fairly conservative. Commissioner Arnerich stated he is concerned about receiving the errata just before the meeting; the consultant summarized the material in the errata and stated staff has reviewed the changes. Chairman Corica stated he agrees with Commissioner Arnerich's comments about receiving the errata just before the meeting, as it does not allow time for review and study. Del Blaylock, 1903 Encinal, Greater Alameda Business Association (GABA), stated he was impressed with the EDC's plans; GABA likes the concept of improving the City through a [Redevelopment] District of the type under discussion; and believes the plans will result in improvement to the City. Helen Sause, 816 Grand Street, EDC, stated the Plan has a great deal of significance for the City; redevelopment generates revenue to the City; a public information folder will be made available to the public; the Plan is good; and commended the Plan to the Commission for its attention. Greg Beattie, 1023 Morton Street, Chamber of Commerce, stated the Chamber has sponsored meetings; some businesses have difficulty trying to remain viable in areas that need help; special problems have arisen, e.g., seismic conditions; northern waterfront usage; the Chamber is encouraged by the Plan and commended the Plan to the Commission for approval. Bob Ford, 2515 Santa Clara, Park Street Business Association (PSBA), Chair, Strategic Planning Committee for PSBA, advocated the approval of the Community Improvement Plan; stated many years of discussion have taken place, the establishment of a vision for forty years hence is commendable and urged approval of the Plan. Cheryl Heihn, 1333 Park Street, Member, PSBA and PSBA Strategic Planning Committee, stated the proposed Community Improvement Plan is long overdue and will assist Alameda's business community in serving the needs of Alamedans; although progress has been made, Park Street has a need; and urged approval and support of the Plan. Doug Perry, 1347 Park Street, PSBA Revitalization Committee, stated the revitalization of Alameda's business districts which can be funded through the proposed Project is essential to improving the tax base, as well as real estate values in Alameda. Commissioner Camicia stated the memorandum makes clear the errata section delivered before the meeting has only to do with the introduction and he does not believe that should hold up the matter; believes the report represents something exciting for the community and he would like to see that move forward; and moved adoption. Commissioner Thomas stated she agrees with the concept in total, April 16, 1991 131 but is concerned with tax increment financing and wonders what that will do to the rest of the City; is concerned there will be no money to staff fire houses and the new jail, particularly if a financial downturn occurs, e.g., closure of the Naval Air Station. Commissioner Arnerich stated the Plan is well done; however he does not like anything brought up at the last moment and has questions; prior to the change [errata], he was prepared to vote. Chairman Corica stated Commissioner Arnerich's questions should be answered, so that action could be taken. The City Manager stated the background of the two documents [report and errata] is the same; the only difference is that the last sentence in the errata sheet refers to the preliminary report that was submitted to the City in December, 1990; summarizes things that resulted in the report; and provides another paragraph which discusses the various stages in the planning document and purposes. Commissioner Arnerich stated he would have liked an opportunity to review, but relying on the City Manager's information, he is comfortable. Commissioner Withrow seconded Commissioner Camicia's motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 91 -72 Resolution No. 91 -49 "Approving and adopting the Report to the City Council on the Proposed Community Improvement Plan for the Business and Waterfront Improvement Project, submitting said Report, Proposed Community Improvement Plan and Final EIR relating thereto to the City Council, and consenting to call a Joint Public Hearing on said Community Improvement Plan and the Final EIR relating thereto." Adopted. Commissioner Withrow moved adoption of the resolution. Commissioner Arnerich seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned by Chairman Corica at 8:09 p.m. Respectfully submitted, k D E B. FELSCH, CMC City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in advance in accordance with the Brown Act. April 16, 1991