"Preserve and enhance Alameda's distinctive character" is one of four key themes in Alameda's 2040 plan.  Our historic neighborhoods give Alameda its unique charm and character. 

We, the undersigned residents and stakeholders of Alameda, respectfully urge the City Council to reconsider and reverse the decision to expand the operating hours and convenience store offerings at the Mobil gas station located at 1310 Central Avenue.

This gas station, situated in a residential neighborhood and zoned R-4. Extending its hours to 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends, and expanding retail offerings imposes new and unnecessary burdens on the surrounding community, including:

• Increased noise and light pollution in the evening hours, disrupting family life and rest in a quiet residential setting
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  Additional traffic and potential for unsafe driving behavior, particularly from drivers rushing to refuel late at night
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  More litter and commercial foot traffic, negatively impacting front yards and sidewalks in adjacent homes
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  Erosion of the neighborhood’s residential character in favor of commercial expansion, despite existing zoning protections
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  A precedent for further expansion of commercial hours and activity in areas meant for housing and community tranquility

A business’s financial struggles cannot justify late-night noise and congestion for nearby families.

We ask that the City Council review and revoke the current approval.

Protect Alameda neighborhoods. Reject late-night gas station expansion.

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