E105 – Interview with Chris Meany on Treasure Island: Part 1

In this episode, Carter talks with Chris Meany, founding member of Wilson Meany, about the vision, planning, and complexity behind Treasure Island, one of the most ambitious urban infill redevelopment projects in California.  Chris shares his path into real estate development, including what first drew him to building "real things," and reflects on Wilson Meany's work on some of California's most iconic projects, including the San Francisco Ferry Building. From there, Carter and Chris begin unpacking the story of Treasure Island, the former naval station in San Francisco Bay that is being transformed into a major mixed-use, mixed-income community.   In this episode, you'll learn:  How Chris Meany got started in real estate development and placemaking. The story behind Wilson Meany's role in the San Francisco Ferry Building.    How Treasure Island evolved from a former naval base into a generational redevelopment opportunity.  Why San Francisco viewed Treasure Island as a chance to create a new residential district without the same neighborhood opposition seen in other parts of the city.  How the master planning team approached density, open space, affordability, transportation, and environmental goals.  Why the ferry connection to downtown San Francisco became central to the project's planning strategy.  How CEQA and entitlement challenges continue to impact large-scale housing and development in California.    Show Notes Chris Meany Contact Information –  O – 415 905 5300 E –      Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: (NOTE – PICK 4)  Prepare a Texas MUD Forward Funding Launch Bond Analysis® for your Project – If you have a project in Texas with a MUD, MMD or similar district contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial complimentary  Launch Bond analysis for your project.     Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial complimentary high-level bond analysis for your project. Hold a 1 Hour Complimentary Project Vision™ and DOS Worksheet for your Project - If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and schedule a complimentary 1-hour Project Vision™ and DOS conversation for your project which will result in a high-level Project Path & Plan™ for your project. (Note: Projects should be of 250 acres or more). Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Contact Carter Froelich for more information.  Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Contact Carter Froelich for more information.  Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Contact Curry Froelich for more information.   Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer  Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160