"On April 14, the Planning Board voted to recommend that City Council adopt amendments to the Universal Residential Design Ordinance to ensure that townhome-style developments are no longer penalized by accessibility requirements they physically cannot meet," reports Karin K. Jensen. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-recommends-revisions-universal-design-ordinance-new-street-names/

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On April 14, the Planning Board will consider updating the Universal Residential Design Ordinance to reduce barriers to smaller and townhome-style developments by providing certain accessibility exemptions. Karin K. Jensen also explains other meeting topics and how to get involved. https://alamedapost.com/news/april-14-planning-board-preview/

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The City of Alameda is taking steps to improve road safety, with a focus on high-risk areas and fatal crash sites. In addition to quick-build improvements, the City is seeking funding for major corridor upgrades.

https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-makes-progress-with-road-safety-initiatives/

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The City is giving loans to private businesses, and Alamedans want to know why. Karin K. Jensen explains the details about a recent $9.5 million loan to a housing developer at Alameda Point and another $300,000 loan to Firebrand bakery and café.

https://alamedapost.com/news/exploring-the-debate-over-city-loans-to-private-businesses/

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City Council gives the green light to a revamped Grand Street design which now includes a separated, two-way bikeway from Shore Line Drive to Clement Avenue. Karin K. Jensen also reports that both the RESHAP and West Midway housing projects are moving forward.

https://alamedapost.com/news/council-approves-three-big-projects/

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City Council will consider approving three major projects on July 18, including the latest proposal for bike lanes on Grand Street, as well as the West Midway and RESHAP housing developments. Alameda residents are encouraged to attend and share their opinions.

https://alamedapost.com/news/three-big-city-council-votes-coming-on-tuesday/

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The Planning Board approved the West Midway Development Plan, which includes 478 housing units to help Alameda meet requirements for affordable housing. Karin K. Jensen reports that the project will include 40 units for moderate income households at Alameda Point.

https://alamedapost.com/news/west-midway-development-new-ausd-buildings-approved/

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