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Supportive (3)
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Downtown Commercial Zoning Streamlining→At a glance
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- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 26, 2026.
Public comments (3)
SupportiveRich CrinksOct 26, 2026
Spoke as a long-time commercial real estate broker in favor of updating outdated zoning laws to reduce vacancies and cut red tape for businesses.
Planning Board - Oct 26, 2026 · 1:35:11 →SupportiveKatie ConnellOct 26, 2026
Advocated for bringing artists into vacant downtown spaces, noting that arts and culture programs successfully drive economic vitality in other cities.
Planning Board - Oct 26, 2026 · 1:37:50 →SupportiveKathy WeberOct 26, 2026
Expressed support on behalf of Downtown Alameda for streamlining the zoning process to help fill empty storefronts on Park and Webster streets.
Planning Board - Oct 26, 2026 · 1:40:31 →