The US Navy and state regulators are at an impasse regarding clear cleanup goals for radium-226 at Alameda Point. "Without a mutually agreed-upon cleanup standard to apply, the Navy cannot complete its work and transfer the property to the City for economic development," writes Richard Bangert. https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/dispute-over-radium-226-cleanup-hinders-progress-closed-navy-bases/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #RadiumCleanup #UsNavy

We could have a surfing hotel without putting it in a public park. Putting it in a public park means the city has to do something with it if the private enterprise leaves. And I think we can all agree it doesn't make sense to build a pool right on heavily used public shoreline.

This is one instance where the city should be thrilled to sell the land.

#alamtg #alameda #alamedaPoint

https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/records-show-other-developers-sought-different-surf-pool-deal/

"A Public Records Act request shows that there were alternative opportunities for building a surf pool facility at Alameda Point," reports Irene Dieter. In addition to the Neptune Beach Surf Club, two other surf pool developers have also expressed interest in commercial property for the same use. https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/records-show-other-developers-sought-different-surf-pool-deal/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #EnterpriseDistrict #surfing

Hip-hop superstar 2 Chainz will headline an exclusive late-night show at Alameda’s Gold Bar Distillery on Thursday, February 5, as part of the distillery’s Celebration of Champions event series. The weekend lineup includes Mustard, Ty Dolla $ign, and 50 Cent. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/2-chainz-is-coming-to-alameda/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #concerts #GoldBarWhiskey

Chevron is making progress on their agreement to clean up the tar waste left behind from their Alameda Point refinery that closed in 1903. Richard Bangert takes a deep dive into the history of the project and explains the steps that are scheduled for Spring 2026. https://alamedapost.com/news/chevron-plans-clean-tar-waste-alameda-point-spring/

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On January 20, City Council reviewed land sale and lease strategies at Alameda Point. "Since 2020, estimated costs to complete the remaining Alameda Point infrastructure have soared from $700 million to $900 million," reports Karin K. Jensen. In the meantime, land values have softened. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-tackles-alameda-point-strategy-waste-reduction-new-leases/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #AlamedaPoint #BaseReuseAndEconomicDevelopmentDepartment #CityCouncil #KaiConcepts #LizAcord #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

Alameda’s Penumbra, Inc., a medical device company founded by Arani Bose and Adam Elsesser in 2004, has agreed to be acquired by Boston Scientific Corporation in a cash and stock transaction that values Penumbra at $374 per share, reflecting an enterprise value of approximately $14.5 billion. https://alamedapost.com/news/boston-scientific-acquire-alameda-based-penumbra-14-5-billion/

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After years of the current policy not producing the desired pace of building new infrastructure at Alameda Point, the City of Alameda may change its focus from leasing to selling property. Richard Bangert examines the possibilities and roadblocks facing the City as they work to manage the land. https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/analysis-city-shift-approach-economic-development-alameda-point/

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"Alameda could find itself back at square one, or at least close to it." As officials seek clarity on the status of the VA clinic on Alameda Point, Richard Bangert examines what could happen to the land if the clinic is cancelled. It's possible the VA will turn the land over to GSA for disposal. https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/analysis-two-possibilities-alameda-point-va-property-following-veterans-project-cancellation/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #BaseReuseAndEconomicDevelopmentDepartment #CityOfAlameda #veterans

Big questions hang in the air with the possible termination of the construction of the VA clinic and columbarium at Alameda Point. Jean Chen talks with Abby Thorne-Lyman, the City of Alameda’s Department Head of Base Reuse and Economic Development, about what could happen to the land. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-happens-alameda-point-land-slated-va-clinic-cemetery/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BaseReuseAndEconomicDevelopmentDepartment #CaliforniaLeastTern #CityOfAlameda #veterans