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1997-06-17 Special CIC MinutesSPECIAL MEETING OF COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION TUESDAY- -JUNE 17, 1997- -7:25 P.M. Chair Appezzato called the meeting to order ac 7:45 p.m. ROLL CALL- PRESENT: ABSENT: Commissioners Daysog, Kerr, Lucas, DeWitt and Chair Appezzato - 5. None. Commissioner Lucas led the Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Robert Broekema, First Christian Reformed Church, gave the Invocation. REGULAR AGENDA ITEAS (97-019) Public Hearing to Review Progress on the Five-Year Implementation Plan for the City's Redevelopment Areas. Commissioner DeWitt stated that the Marina Village Area is a good example of how an improvement program can work and work well; he is interested in live/work spaces, and hopes that the Planning Department can look into the matter; also, staff should determine whether there is funding available to pick up trash and provide maintenance at the entrance to and exit of the Tube. Chair Appezzato summarized the Progress Report. Commissioner Kerr inquired whether the reference to a residentially developable site on Marina Village Parkway [Page 6 of the Report] referred to the [former] Drive-In Site. The Community Development Director responded that the residentially developable site is in reference to an existing approved Development Plan of Marina Village known as the Master Plan, and that the development would not effect the Head Houses. Commissioner Kerr inquired on the status of the Commercial Recruiter, to which the Community Development Director responded •that progress was being made on a variety of parameters, and there would be a second quarterly report to the City Council on the exact achievements. Special Meeting Alameda Community Improvement Commission June 17, 1997 284 Commissioner Daysog stated that he also has concerns regarding trash clean-up, and it would be great if there were Redevelopment funds available for the clean-up or street cleaning of Webster and/or Park Streets. Commissioner Lucas stated that she supports Commissioner DeWitt's position on work-live studios along the Waterfront. She further stated that it has become clear the community wants a Trader Joe's or a similar store, and the Community Development Department should look into the matter and report back with a suggestion on location. Chair Appezzato stated that he had personal contact in his office with the top officials of Trader Joe's; that they indicated a desire to come to Alameda, the demographics seem to be acceptable, the difficulty is in finding a location, and they are looking at certain sites; and he concurs with Commissioner Lucas that whatever the Community Development Department can do to add to that effort should be done. In response to the City Manager's inquiry concerning the Commission's desire for additional information regarding said matter, Chair Appezzato stated that the Community Development Department should report back. Commissioner Lucas stated that the Trader Joe's issue may take some time, and there could be an off-agenda report when information becomes available on the matter. Commissioner Lucas moved approval of the staff recommendation. Commissioner Kerr seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (97-020) Report from the Community Development Director Regarding Information on Newsrack Manufacturers and Costs. (Lucas) Commissioner Lucas thanked the Community Development Department for reporting on the issue; she stated that everyone is aware that the newsracks need to be kept in good condition to reflect well on the community; and she moved acceptance of the report. Commissioner Kerr seconded the motion. Under discussion, Commissioner Kerr stated that the Community Development Department should investigate whether a few sample newsracks could be donated to the City. Commissioner DeWitt stated that he would like to see some of the well-designed newsstands in Alameda. Special Meeting Alameda Community Improvement Commission June 17, 1997 On the call for the question, the motion carried vote - 5. There being no further business before the Appezzato adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m. by unanimous voice Commission, Chair Respectfully submitted, D14Jie B. Felsch, CMC Secretary, Community Commission Improvement The Agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Meeting Alameda Community Improvement Commission June 17, 1997