Ballot initiative signature gatherers for land developer SunCal misled voters by claiming its initiative is necessary to facilitate toxic cleanup at the former naval base. False. The only reason a vote is required is to amend the city charter to allow multi-family housing in the new development at Alameda Point. Furthermore, a ballot initiative is not needed for demolition or to comply with state lead and asbestos laws in old buildings, which any developer will be responsible for.
Alameda Point Park has been a goal at the northwest shore of the former Naval Air Station since 1996. This park is in jeopardy of being removed from the city's General Plan if master developer SunCal's ballot initiative is approved. Waterfront public access recreation opportunities are at risk of being lost.