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"The developer the city is negotiating with to redevelop Alameda Point has decided to postpone a ballot measure spelling out their plans for the former Naval base until early 2010.

Representatives of SunCal Companies said the Irvine-based developer — which had hoped to put its measure on the ballot in November — has the signatures it needs to qualify for the ballot. But they want more time to work out a land deal with the Navy before they put their plan before Alameda voters."