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1997-09-02 Special CIC Minutes2q$. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION TUESDAY- - - - -SEPTEMBER 2, 1997- - - -7:25 P.M. Chair Appezzato convened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Lucas. The Invocation was given by Reverend Dan Weller of the Alameda Community Church. Roll Call: Present: Absent: MINUTES Commissioners Daysog, DeWitt, Kerr, Lucas and Chair Appezzato - 5. None. (97-030) Minutes of the Special Community Improvement Commission Meetings held on June 17, July 1, July 15, and July 29, 1997. Commissioner Lucas moved approval of the Minutes. Commissioner DeWitt seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CONSENT CALENDAR Chair Appezzato announced that the Report regarding the Alameda Theater [paragraph number 97-031] had been withdrawn from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Commissioner DeWitt moved acceptance of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. [Acceptance designated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number] Commissioner Kerr seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (97-031) Report from Community Development Director recommending identification of financing for the Alameda Theater to follow the Community Improvement Commission Budget Workshop. Don Bergen, Alameda, stated Alameda Theater, four stores and an adjacent parking lot are owned by Park Central Investments; Park Central Investments has not paid business license fees for 1996-97 and 1997-98; and that he questions why the taxpayers should subsidize the Alameda Theater project. Commissioner Lucas moved acceptance of the report. Commissioner DeWitt seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission September 2, 1997 (*97-032) Report from Community Development Director regarding use of Park Street Streetscape Funds allocated in the 1997-98 Community Improvement Budget. Accepted. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (97-033) Report from Community Development Director recommending approval of Evaluation Matrix to select a Preferred Fleet Industrial Supply Center, Alameda Developer. Jim Musbach, representing Economic and Planning Systems (EPS), stated that he has been working with the Ad Hoc Working Group and staff on the FISC disposition; EPS assisted in putting together the evaluation matrix before the Commission; and that he is available to answer questions. In response to Commissioner Lucas's inquiry regarding a public meeting with the three bidders, the Community Development Director stated a televised public meeting with the Ad Hoc Committee would be held in the Council Chambers; public speakers could address the body; and the purpose of the meeting is to develop an understanding of the proposals and allow people to develop independent impressions before the matter is scheduled for a public meeting with the Economic Development Commission. In response to Commissioner Kerr's concern regarding the date and time of the Ad Hoc FISC Working Group meeting, the Community Development Director stated the final decision rests with the Commission. In response to Chair Appezzato's concern regarding moving too quickly, the Community Development Director stated there are many things that must happen before the developer begins the City's permitting process; that each developer has had enough time to understand the issues; and staff has not heard from the developers that the timetable is unsatisfactory. The Commission agreed that the public meeting with the Ad Hoc Working Group should be scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on a week night in order to allow public discussion following the presentations. Commissioner Daysog stated that he was concerned about the low number of points for the development plan/program portion of the evaluation matrix for selection process. The EPS representative explained the process, and stated all of the development plans are conceptual because of uncertainties about the Waterfront; none of the projects are substantial at this point in the planning process; and City values would be flushed out in the course of developing a development disposition agreement. Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission September 2, 1997 2 6 Commissioner Daysog stated that the notion of building in flexibility is not addressed in the four general areas and should be placed into the development plan. Commissioner Kerr stated conceptual plans identify what kind of a city a developer thinks Alameda is; that 15 points for the development plan/program is too low; and if FISC is provided a high quality development, it will inspire what should be done with the rest of Alameda Point. Commissioner Daysog stated 30 points for the development plan/program portion of the matrix should be considered. Chair Appezzato suggested eliminating the developers qualifications section of the matrix; he stated that since the three best developers had been selected, it has been determined the developers are qualified. In response to Commissioner Lucas's concern regarding the elimination of developer qualifications from the matrix and financial changes in business, the Community Development Director stated a long-term relationship with the developer is desirable and the developer should have the capacity to implement whatever is decided. Commissioner Lucas questioned whether the development plan/program criteria could be increased without decreasing other values. The Community Development Director responded there would be no harm with increasing a value. Commissioner Daysog moved that the Commission accept the report and direct staff to increase the points for the Development Plan/Program portion of the selection criteria to 35 points. Commissioner Kerr seconded the motion. Under discussion, Commissioner DeWitt stated the Ad Hoc Working Group, Staff and EPS outlined the most important items to be considered; EPS indicated a plan would be presented to the Commission later, at which time there would be review; the evaluation criteria should be retained; and that he supported the motion. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (97-034) Report from Community Development Director recommending that the Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority handle the selection of an East Housing Developer. Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission September 2, 1997 297 Commissioner Kerr stated the recommendation is premature; there is strong sentiment to separate out East Housing and get title before the rest of Alameda Point, so an integrated plan can be developed for East Housing and FISC; it is too early to turn the matter back to ARRA; and the property should be held and the FISC developers plan reviewed. Chair Appezzato stated that he did not concur; five members of ARRA are the City Council, and three of Council voting on land use issues can control the vote; nothing will happen with East Housing in the near future; and ARRA would better handle the many technical and legal ramifications. In response to Commissioner Lucas's inquiry whether a delay on the matter would be a problem, the Community Development Director stated staff was attempting to be responsive to ARRA. Commissioner Kerr moved the Commission table the matter until more information is available on FISC. Under discussion and in response to Commissioner Daysog's inquiry concerning Robert's Rules of Order, Legal Counsel [City Attorney Carol Korade] stated the CIC, City Council and ARRA are not obligated to follow Robert's Rules, however, they may be used as a guideline. Commissioner DeWitt stated that he would rather not address the matter [staff recommendation] at this time, and that the development plan for FISC should be reviewed. Chair Appezzato noted the selection of a developer by the Community Improvement Commission could difficulties. On the call for the question, the motion carried voice vote: Ayes: Commissioners Daysog, DeWitt, 4. Noes: Chair Appezzato - 1. for East Housing lead to future by the following Kerr and Lucas - ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, Chair Appezzato adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Diane B. Felsch, CMC Secretary Notice for this meeting was given in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission September 2, 1997