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Mr. Bocian advised that while the design modifications can be offered, the City still must approve the plan. Commissioner Maas suggested that the wording might need to be revised. Chairperson Roberts suggested that the word "reduced" be changed to "adjusted." Chairperson Roberts questioned the program in the proposed Ordinance, which requires all multiple family projects to build 15% of its units as affordable units. Mr. Bocian stated that the Ordinance sets forth the possibility of paying the fee. Mr. Boeian advised that the Planning Commission's comments on the proposed Ordinance shall be provided to the Housing Commission. The Housing Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council. e. Presentation re~ardhm the Canital lmorovement Prot, ram Mr. Bo~ian advised that the purpose of this item is for the Planning Commission to review the FY 2000-01 pmjeets that have been approved for funding in the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and to approve the CIP as present~l or identify any changes the Commission finds are appropriate. He noted that there are no major revenue changes for next year. He noted that the Planning Commission made the finding of the CIP's consistency with the General Plan during its review last year. Commissioner Sullivan asked if the Del Valle Parkway Extension had been eliminated from the Oeneral Plan. Mr. Grubstick advised that the extension from First Street to California Avenue is still planned and that staff is trying to obtain the right-of-way to complete the project. Commissioner Sullivan noted that there are three things he would like to move up on the priority list, all which would facilitate the use of BART. He noted that additional parking at the station is needed and that Owens Drive is currently under-utilized. He suggested that two traffic lanes be replaced with on-street parking. He noted that this would be inexpensive and could be completed very quickly. Mr. Bocian advised that the City Council is looking at parking options for BART. Commissioner Sullivan recommended that bike lanes be installed throughout the Hacienda Business Park. He noted that sidewalks for bike use are not a good option. He also recommended that the gates be open on the gravel roads that mn along the Arroyo from BART to West Las Positas to allow bike and pedestrian access. Commissioner Arkin ~commended that consideration be given to Downtown parking. Mr. Bocian noted that this project is funded for 2000-01/2001-02/2002-03, in conjunction with the development of the Downtown Specific Plan. In response to an inquiry from Chairperson Roberts, Mr. Bocian advised that the "Fiber Optics Cable Installation" will be installed in City facilities for use by City staff. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 22, 2000 Page 10