A Few Quick Bites
Here are a few Dublin updates:
Sorrento East – Toll Brothers is currently developing the western portion of the Sorrento project (bordered by Central and Gleason to the south and north and Brannigan and Lockhart to the west and east) in the Dublin Ranch Villages. However, Toll sold the eastern portion of the Sorrento development to the Regent Properties. Rumor has it that “Sorrento East” will have similar design elements to that of “Sorrento West”, but there will be different architectural features. The plans are still being worked out.
Dublin Crossing – the Army is still working to select a master developer for Dublin Crossing (located across from the East Dublin BART station, currently occupied by Camp Parks) within the next 3 months or so. There is a very strong probability that the City of Dublin could see a development application by the end of this year.
Devany Square – this 2-acre neighborhood park is scheduled to be opened by July of this year. It’s currently fenced off to allow the verdant grass field, plants, and flowers a chance to establish roots, etc.
BART to Livermore Extension – BART is considering extending BART to Livermore. As Dublin residents, this could be a positive development for many reasons – not the least of which is the relief the East Dublin BART station parking garage will see since the Livermore station will be at the beginning/end of the line and the folks commuting from the Central Valley will be more likely to park at the Livermore station. At present there are three potential BART station locations. BART will be hosting a Environmental Impact Report (EIR) scoping meeting to gather input from the community. The scoping meeting will be held on June 18th from 6-9pm at the Robert Livermore Community Center (4444 East Avenue in Livermore).
Please check back tomorrow for an update on the Dublin Historic Park in West Dublin.
3:49 PM on June 14th, 2008
Excellent information, as usual. Great job of keeping us informed. Can we elect you now?? We have to wait until November?
5:05 PM on June 14th, 2008
Hello Anonymous – you’re too kind. I’m glad that I can count on your vote in November. If you haven’t already, please let me know if you would like to put a campaign sign up in your window or yard.
Thx, John Z.
8:57 AM on June 15th, 2008
Hi John,
I agree that you always post very interesting info and I’m searching regularly to see what are the news.
One question regarding the development pdf from the City of Dublin page: do you know where can I see what are the steps which each project needs to follow before starting construction? For example after “Under planning review” what’s next?
Thanks,
Ovidiu
9:16 AM on June 15th, 2008
Hi Ovidiu – this is a great question. I wasn’t able to find a formal document on the City of Dublin website. However, I’ve emailed a contact at the City to see if she can provide the definitive milestones/steps in the planning process.
Thx, John Z.
12:39 PM on June 15th, 2008
Thanks John
8:13 PM on June 17th, 2008
Hi John,
Will Devaney Square still include a water play area, as per the original plan? From my angle, the park looks rather disappointing. I was hoping for more.
Thanks!
8:35 PM on June 17th, 2008
Hi Anonymous – the project/construction manager’s website mentions that they built a water play area:
http://www.dta.com/_dta_about/news.html
In looking at the picture, it does look to be a somewhat modest area. I’ll confirm whether or not the splash play area was constructed.
Thx, John Z.
8:43 PM on June 17th, 2008
Hi Ovidiu – from what I understand, the City of Dublin does not have a formal document detailing the continuum of planning milestones for new projects. However, I’m attempting to get in touch w/ a contact at City Hall to see if I can get a rough sketch of Dublin’s process. I’ll share everything that I receive.
Thx, John Z.
8:19 PM on June 18th, 2008
Hello Anonymous #2 – regarding the Devany Park splash area, here was the response from my contact at City Hall:
“Yes there is a small splash play area integrated into the plaza. It can be turned off if the plaza is to be used for events, etc.”
Thx, John Z.