2026 8-24 Special Planning Board Meeting

The City of Alameda Planning Board held a special meeting on August 24, 2026, primarily focused on a workshop regarding the Oakland Roots and Soul soccer club's proposal to host professional soccer matches at their Harbor Bay Parkway training facility. The discussion centered on technical studies including environmental, noise, and traffic impact assessments related to the proposed installation of modular grandstands with a maximum capacity of 8,000 attendees. Consultants presented detailed noise modeling and transportation management plans, highlighting mitigation measures such as shuttle services, parking agreements, and traffic control strategies to minimize neighborhood disruption. Public comments reflected both support for the economic and community benefits and concerns about noise, parking, and traffic impacts. The board engaged in clarifying questions about study assumptions, enforcement of traffic measures, and coordination with airport land use authorities. No final decisions were made; the project will return for future approval after further review and resolution of outstanding issues. Additional staff communications included updates on upcoming zoning amendments and planning board membership changes.