Developer Patrick Kennedy emphasized the project as a means to bring new housing to an area in dire need, stating, "The proposed apartments will help alleviate the housing crisis while preserving a slice of Berkeley’s history through the restoration of the theater's façade and lobby." His remarks highlight the dual objectives of the project: addressing housing demands and maintaining historical elements.
Sam Siegel, opposing the project, argued fiercely against it during the Dec. 11 public meeting, saying, "If a law is unjust, one has not only the right, but the moral obligation to oppose it." His reference to Martin Luther King Jr. underpinned the ethical stance many residents feel about potential displacement and the need for community-driven development.
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