I  will  be  innovative  in  promoting  local  and  green  businesses  and  working  for  sensible  re-development  of  Alameda  Point.  I  intend  to  increase  constructive  activity  at  Alameda  Point,   creating  more  jobs,  increasing  private  investment,  and  improving  infrastructure  in  the  next   four  years.  Here  are  some  specific  goals  I  intend  to  achieve  by  the  end  of  my  first  term  as   Mayor:

Using  the  City's  new  asset  management  policy,  secure  long  term  leases  with  commercial   tenants  on  buildings  destined  to  be  saved.  These  leases  would  create  jobs,  infuse  private   capital  into  the  buildings  and  immediate  infrastructure,  and  generate  tax  revenue  from  tenant   improvements.    

Obtain  City  approval  of  a  general  plan  amendment  and  specific  plan  for  Alameda  Point,  thus   adding  value  to  the  land  and  allowing  for  NEPA  approval  and  commencement  of  the  transfer   of  land  from  the  Navy  to  the  City  (ARRA).    

Reform  the  governing  body  (ARRA)  overseeing  the  Alameda  Point  entitlement  and specific   plan  within  a  model  which  services  the  public  interest  first,  maintains  local control  and   provides  the  revenue  stream  for  public  infrastructure.
 
Complete  the  remaining  clean  up  at  Alameda  Point,  fulfilling  the  BRAC  requirements.  

Reach  an  agreement  with  the  VA  to  provide  much  needed  Veterans  services  and   respect/maintain  the  Alameda  Wildlife  Refuge,  with  construction  in  progress  on  the   infrastructure  and  facilities.    

Establish  City  services  at  Alameda  Point,  including  but  not  limited  to  the  Corporation Yard,  an   urban  tree  farm  from  which  to  source  City  street  and  park  trees,  and  other public  spaces,   including  existing  parks  and  recreational  facilities.      

Support  social  services  such  as  Alameda  Point  Collaborative  and  Operation  Dignity  by   including  specific  plan  elements  for  locating  and  maintaining  these  services  as  an integral  part   of  Alameda  Point.