On March 10, the debate surrounding parking spaces at the Alameda Aquatic Center continued during a Planning Board public workshop. The new designs have eliminated 27 parking stalls. Karin K. Jensen also relays updates on the Housing Element, a transportation report, and CARP. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-provides-feedback-updated-aquatic-center-design/

The February 24 Planning Board meeting spotlighted housing. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board approved the Rebuilding Existing Supportive Housing at Alameda Point report and voted to update the City’s Universal Design Ordinance, which supports housing for individuals with mobility difficulties. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-reshap-report/

The Planning Board held a workshop on drafting a Short-Term Rental Ordinance, which would regulate rentals of less than 30 days. Karin K. Jensen reports that public comment overwhelmingly supported short-term rentals, citing benefits to the local economy, flexibility for small landlords, and more. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-considers-regulating-short-term-rentals/

On Monday, January 27, the Planning Board held its first meeting of the year and provided comments on the Draft Urban Forest Plan and the City of Alameda’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Ken Der reports that approximately 9,600 new trees are needed to reach the Plan's goal of 20% canopy cover. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-urban-forest-plan-inclusionary-housing-ordinance/

On December 16, the Planning Board reviewed updated plans for the RADIUM Theatre Performing Arts Center and a proposed new building on the Wind River Campus. Karin K. Jensen reports that some commenters voiced concerns that Wind River's overseers have allowed areas around campus to be "neglected." https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-radium-theatre-wind-river-building/