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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,1,"MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - -MARCH 20, 2007- - -7:30 P.M.
Mayor Johnson convened the Regular City Council Meeting at 8:31
p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present : Councilmembers
deHaan,
Gilmore,
Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 5.
Absent :
None.
AGENDA CHANGES
None.
PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
(07-123) Proclamation declaring March 25 through March 31 as Boys
and Girls Club Week.
Mayor Johnson read and presented the proclamation to Site Director
Mark Morales, Member Jamie Moreno, and Director George Phillips.
Mr. Phillips thanked Council for the help and assistance given to
the Boys and Girls Club.
Michael John Torrey, Alameda, stated the Boys and Girls Club
provides a great service.
(07-124) Commendation presented to the family of Ruth Blackwell
Herch.
Mayor Johnson read and presented the commendation to Professor
David Blackwell and family.
Professor Blackwell read a statement and thanked Council for the
commendation.
***
Mayor Johnson called a recess at 7:40 p.m. to convene the Special
Community Improvement Commission Meeting and reconvened the
Regular Meeting at 8:31 p.m.
***
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Johnson announced that the Recommendation to award Contract
to Pacific States Environmental Contractors [paragraph no. 07-127]
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,2,"was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the remainder of the
Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an
asterisk preceding the paragraph number. . ]
(*07-125) Minutes of the Special Joint City Council, Alameda Reuse
and Redevelopment Authority, and Community Improvement Commission
Meeting held on February 20, 2007; and Special and Regular City
Council Meetings held on March 6, 2007. Approved.
(*07-126) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,486,622.05.
(07-127) - Recommendation to award Contract in the amount of $198,360
to Pacific States Environmental Contractors, Inc. for the
demolition of boarded and vacant structures at 110 and 112 Norfolk
Road located on Orion Street and 100 and 104 Miramar Road located
on Stardust Place.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether deconstruction would not be
allowed because the buildings have asbestos.
The Development Services Director responded in the affirmative;
stated fixtures and other reusable items would be recycled.
The Development Manager stated the bid package included the City's
construction and demolition debris procedures which require that
construction and debris be recycled; approximately 70% would be
recycled after abatement.
Councilmember deHaan stated that there is an opportunity to go
after blighted areas, particularly Alameda Point; inquired whether
additional funding is available for other buildings.
The Development Manager responded the current Community Development
Block Grant funding would allow the project to be completed and the
site secured; stated there is not enough money in the budget to
take down additional buildings.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether there would be some cost
recovery when the developer is chosen.
The Development Manager responded the Blight Buster Program is
intended to be a revolving loan fund; stated costs are anticipated
to be passed on to the Master developer.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,3,"Mayor Johnson inquired whether further demolition or deconstruction
would occur before the Master Developer was selected, to which the
Development Manager responded in the negative.
Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendation.
Vice Mayor Tan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
( *07-128 - ) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Lease Agreement
Dated January 31, 1991, Between the City of Alameda (Lessor) and
the Alameda Food Bank (Lessee) for Real Property Located at 1900
Thau Way. Introduced.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(07-129) Adoption of Resolution Adopting a Policy for Naming City
Property, Facilities, and Streets. Continued to April 3, 2007.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether Boards and Commissions review the
list annually and make recommendations for Council approval, to
which the Recreation and Parks Director responded in the
affirmative.
Mayor Johnson stated that Council should initiate the process and
request the Board or Commission to review the matter.
The Recreation and Parks Director stated language could be added to
direct the individual Board or Commission to update the list and
not recommend a name until directed by Council.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether the Historical Advisory
Board is the repository for the names but does not take action, to
which the recreation and Parks Director responded in the
affirmative.
Councilmember Gilmore stated that Criteria #6 notes that only one
name would be used for each property or facility; inquired whether
one park name would be used for all park components, to which the
Recreation and Parks Director responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Gilmore stated many streets cross a broad street and
the name becomes another name on the other side; inquired whether
the procedure would be discontinued, to which the Recreation and
Parks Director responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Johnson stated that she wants additions and deletions to come
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,4,"to Council annually; Council should initiate the process for naming
or renaming streets or facilities; she does not want Council review
to be in the last step of the process.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the policy states that an
individual needs to be deceased for a minimum of three years, to
which the Recreation and Parks Director responded in the
affirmative.
Mayor Johnson stated the Boards and Commissions have violated the
policy for the past two names.
The City Manager requested clarification on whether the Boards and
Commissions would perform an annual review and that recommendations
would come to Council first.
Mayor Johnson stated that the Boards and Commissions would review
the list annually and make recommended changes to Council for
approval requested that the resolution be revised to reflect
recommended changes and brought back to Council.
(07-130) - Resolution No. 14077, ""Directing Staff to Monitor the
Chuck Corica Golf Complex Budget, Consider Results of Operational
Review, and Implement Operational Changes to Ensure a Balanced
Budget. Adopted.
The Finance Director gave a brief presentation.
The City Manager clarified that the anticipated revenue would be
$60,000, which would leave a $20,000 deficit.
Mayor Johnson requested that the Golf Commission be added to the
last Whereas statement and the first NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED; more detailed budget reporting is needed.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the unreserved balance would
be $2.2 million at the end of the year.
The Finance Director responded the unrestricted fund balance was
$2,358,000 at the end of February.
Councilmember deHaan inquired what was the unrestricted fund
balance at the beginning of the year, to which the Finance Director
responded $2,611,000.
Councilmember deHaan inquired what was the unrestricted fund
balance five years ago, to which the Finance Director responded
approximately $6 million.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,5,"Mayor Johnson stated that some money went to capital improvement
funding.
Councilmember deHaan stated capital improvements should be
fulfilled.
Mayor Johnson stated that the Golf Commission would be reviewing
the funding for Capital Improvement Projects noted that the
Recreation and Park Director will be the Interim Golf Manager.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired what accounts for the $200,000
month-to-month swing in expenditures.
The Finance Director responded September's expenditures include a
$100,000 increase because there was a third pay period in the
month; stated $13,000 was spent for painting the driving range
structure; July expenditures are low because less maintenance work
is done; utility costs fluctuate from the first three months to the
second three months.
Mayor Johnson stated that the Golf Commission should recommend and
set a reserve. the Golf Commission would need to give special
approval to draw from the reserve balance.
The Finance Director stated that money is made in July and August ;
money is drawn in September and October.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether there is a high variability in
utility use.
The Interim Golf Manager responded swings occur; stated water is
saved on rain days.
Vice Mayor Tam stated higher golf participation occurs in July and
August; irrigating in the winter months seems odd.
Councilmember deHaan stated Capital Improvement Projects take place
in the winter.
Mayor Johnson requested a list of Capital Improvement Projects
stated maintenance is critical and cannot be deferred.
The Finance Director stated some maintenance costs are routine and
are included in the operating costs.
Mayor Johnson stated that project schedules and goals need to be
developed.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,6,"The Finance Director stated $56,600 has been expended for Capital
Improvement Projects through February.
Mayor Johnson inquired what was done with the $56,600.
The Finance Director responded some money was spent for golf
amenity projects; stated $54,600 was expended for the Clubhouse
project.
Mayor Johnson stated a capital improvement schedule needs to be
established.
Councilmember Matarrese stated the resolution is a good start; he
likes the idea of recognizing the Golf Commission's role and
responsibility and adding language to recognize keys points, such
as directing staff and the Golf Commission to monitor the Golf
Complex; recognizing the need to operate under a balanced budget is
essential: a trigger point should occur when operating under a
balanced budget is not possible; the Golf Commission should
evaluate the matter and make a recommendation to allocate the money
needed to close the gap; action is not driven by monitoring the
budget and providing a monthly report; the Golf Complex is a City
asset that generates revenue.
Mayor Johnson stated that Council needs to establish an annual
reserve for bad months; the reserve should be replenished in good
months.
Councilmember deHaan stated rainy days are the difficult portion of
the equation; a monthly budget is needed with all elements taken
into consideration.
Mayor Johnson stated the Interim Golf Manager needs time to balance
the budget and get things under control. the Clubhouse funding
should be restricted; separate accounts should be established for
operating reserves.
The Finance Director stated Council could designate unrestricted
reserve funds for a specific purpose; staff cannot set up a
designated reserve without Council direction.
Mayor Johnson requested that the matter come back to Council to
address how much unrestricted funds would be needed.
The City Manager suggested the recommended changes be made and the
matter be brought back [of restricting funds for the Clubhouse]
with the budget update in May.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,7,"Fiscal Year; inquired whether Council could propose that the
restricted operation fund is whatever the amount is between now and
the end of the Fiscal Year; Council could have further discussions
before any more money is spent.
The Finance Director stated the net loss is $112,000 through
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,8,"February; three-month projections add to the amount i reserves need
to be in the neighborhood $250,000 to $300,000.
The City Manager clarified that Councilmember Gilmore was referring
to the amount that would be needed for the end of the year.
The Finance Director stated $79,000 would be needed at the end of
the year.
Mayor Johnson stated the goal for a balance budget needs to be
implemented as soon as possible.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether a motion needs to be made to
set the operating reserve fund.
The Finance Director responded that an additional clause could be
added to the existing resolution stating that an $80,000 operating
reserve be expended from the unrestricted fund balance.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether language could be added stating that
the unrestricted fund balance is now restricted.
The Finance Director responded said matter could be addressed as
part of the budget.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether depreciation is part of the
$79,000.
The Finance Director responded depreciation is added into the
expenditure and then taken out in order to get the net gain or loss
without depreciation.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether $80,000 is a conservative amount if
fee increases are approved, to which the Finance Director responded
in the affirmative.
Councilmember Gilmore moved adoption of resolution with direction
to add language: 1) referencing the Golf Commission and 2) setting
a $79, operating reserve fund; and approval of direction to have
directed restricted funds addressed when the budget is presented.
Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
(07-131) Resolution No. 14078, ""Amending Master Fee Resolution No.
12191 by Changing Various Chuck Corica Golf Complex Rates. ""
Adopted.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,9,"The Interim Golf Manager gave a brief presentation.
Bob Wood, Golf Commission Chair, gave a brief report.
Councilmember Gilmore stated that the new fee schedule is in the
middle of the pack; inquired how the golf course compares in terms
of condition and age.
Mr. Wood responded the golf course is an older course stated the
Earl Fry Course will celebrate its 80th anniversary in May i course
conditions vary with seasons; drainage is a problem; recycled water
is used, which results in salt buildup; traditionally fees have
been low.
Vice Mayor Tam stated the proposed weekend rates are $40/$36;
inquired whether other golf courses have made significant
improvements and how the higher fees are warranted.
Mr. Wood responded Metropolitan Golf Course is completely rebuilt;
stated Monarch Bay had a complete upgrade five or six years agoi
Harding Park has been completely rebuilt; expensive improvements
need to be recouped through fees.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the golf courses are City run.
Mr. Wood responded Metropolitan Golf Course is owned by the City of
Oakland; stated Monarch Bay is owned by the City of San Leandro;
Harding Park is owned by the City of San Francisco.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the golf courses are operated by
outside professionals, to which Mr. Wood responded in the
affirmative.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether Metropolitan and Monarch Bay are
privately operated, but Harding Park is operated by the City of San
Francisco.
Mr. Wood responded he would be surprised if Harding Park was
operated by the City of San Francisco.
Mayor Johnson called the speakers.
Jon Hasegawa, Alameda, stated he opposes any fee increase.
Robb Ratto, Alameda, stated Friday rates should be weekday rates ;
encouraged marketing and maintenance.
George Humphreys, Chuck Corica Senior Golf Club, stated setting a
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,10,"fee prior to the operational audit is premature.
Neil Coe, Chuck Corica Senior Golf Club, stated there are not many
players on Fridays.
Mayor Johnson stated the Monday through Friday rate was changed to
Monday through Thursday because the golf course was so crowded on
Fridays; the situation does not exist now; inquired whether the
Monday through Friday weekday rate should return.
Jane Sullwold, Golf Commissioner, responded Friday play was busy
when monthly passes were good on Fridays; stated additional revenue
was not being generated.
Mayor Johnson suggested having Monday through Friday rates with no
passes allowed.
Ms. Sullwold stated the proposal allows passes on the Jack Clark
course on Fridays.
Councilmember Gilmore stated that the fee schedule is confusing;
the fee schedule could be changed twice in four to six months if
fee changes are approved and the Consultant's Operational
Efficiency Report suggests a rate change; suggests postponing the
matter until the Consultant's report is reviewed and the Golf
Commission can meld the recommendations and come up with a fee
schedule.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether a consultant reviewed the fee
schedule recently.
Mr. Wood responded a consultant reviewed the fee schedule last
year.
Mayor Johnson stated the current consultant would not be looking at
an in-depth fee analysis but would review operation.
Mr. Wood encouraged Council to review the previous [Consultant's]
report stated the public should not be confused. prime golfing
months are coming up soon.
Mayor Johnson stated a lot of changes are not being made; the
biggest change is the non-resident monthly pass fee; she opposes a
non-resident monthly pass; no other golf course gives a non-
resident monthly pass; monthly pass abuse needs to stop; penalties
should be imposed.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether tournament play would be
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,11,"discouraged with increased fees; stated the non-resident monthly
pass fee is a big jump; he agrees with the Monday through Friday
fee; marketing is key; golfing is a good experience at a fair price
in Alameda.
Bill Schmitz, Golf Commissioner, stated the tournament fee includes
a cart.
Mayor Johnson stated a non-resident senior monthly pass could be
considered.
Councilmember Matarrese stated he likes the idea of making Friday a
weekday again; fee increases can be disassociated from the
operational audit; inquired whether fees were part of the RFP .
The Assistant City Manager responded the RFP was general and
includes a review of all operational revenues.
Councilmember Matarrese stated he is inclined to make some fee
adjustments now with the understanding that fee adjustments are
precluded in the future.
The City Manager stated that she would recommend that any future
increases would not be taken lightly rather than precluded.
Mr. Wood inquired whether the Monday through Friday weekday rate
would be for everyone except monthly pass holders, to which Mayor
Johnson responded in the affirmative.
Mr. Wood stated the Golf Commission has scheduled a meeting
tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. in Room 361 to discuss policy changes;
encouraged attendance.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether fee policy changes would come back
to Council.
The City Manager responded some policies would come back to
Council; stated the Golf Commission may have the authority to move
forward with other policies.
Mayor Johnson requested clarification on whether juniors would be
allowed to play on the Earl Fry Course on Monday through Friday
after 12:00 p.m. and on the Jack Clark Course at any time, to which
Mr. Wood responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Johnson inquired when juniors would be able to play on
weekends.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,12,"Mr. Wood responded after twilight on the Earl Fry Course and at all
times on the Jack Clark Course.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the $1 fee would be maintained for
juniors.
Mr. Wood responded the $1 fee would be maintained for resident
juniors.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether Golf Commission policy
discussions would include monthly pass abuse.
The Interim Golf Manager responded monthly pass abuse would not be
discussed tomorrow night because the matter was not included on the
agenda; stated he would be reviewing the matter.
Mayor Johnson stated identification should be required for monthly
passes.
Councilmember deHaan stated that everyone agrees that Friday rates
should be the same as weekday rates; recommended that Friday
tournament rates be dropped to the Monday through Thursday rate; he
would like to have the non-resident monthly pass stay at $130 with
a $3 surcharge.
Ms. Sullwold stated non-residents would not be bearing any of the
additional expense that residents would bear if the rate stays the
same.
Mayor Johnson stated a senior non-resident monthly pass should be
considered; the senior resident monthly pass is reasonable.
Ms. Sullwold stated most non-resident pass holders play ten rounds
a month, which amounts to $19.50 per round.
Mayor Johnson stated monthly passes provide a huge discount.
Councilmember Matarrese suggested that the senior non-resident
monthly pass fee be $130.
Mayor Johnson suggested that the senior non-resident monthly pass
fee be $160 with no surcharge.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Golf Commission was comfortable
with making policy changes, to which Ms. Sullwold responded in the
affirmative.
Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution with
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,13,"direction to: 1) make the Friday fee schedule the same as Monday
through Thursday instead of the weekend rate, with the exception of
monthly pass holders 2) add a $160 non-resident senior monthly
pass fee with no surcharge; 3) make the tournament schedule Monday
through Friday with clarification that carts are required and
included in the fee.
Councilmember Matarrese stated that he appreciates all the hard
work done by staff and the Golf Commission.
Councilmember deHaan stated some rates have been reduced; golfers
will be coming back to play golf on Fridays.
Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
(07-132) Bill Smith, Alameda, discussed electric vehicles.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
(07-133) Councilmember deHaan stated tires are embedded along the
shoreline of Mount Trashmore; requested that staff look into
removing the tires.
( (07-134) Councilmember deHaan suggested implementing a summer work
program to remove graffiti at bus shelters and utility boxes
throughout the City.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the graffiti abatement program was
still in place.
The City Manager responded that the matter would be reviewed.
(07-135) Councilmember deHaan requested a moment of silence in
recognition of entering the fourth year of the Iraq War and in
remembrance of service members who have lost their lives.
(07-136) Councilmember Matarrese stated a Green Building Code
presentation was made to the Planning Board; requested that staff
accelerate implementing said code.
(07-137) Councilmember Matarrese requested an update on the next
phase of bus shelter installation.
(07-138) Councilmember Matarrese stated an order was issued to
call up eight hundred California National Guard members based in
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,14,"Walnut Creek; he has the same concerns that he had a year ago
regarding bringing the National Guard home; revisiting the issue is
appropriate.
ADJOURNMENT
(07 -139) - There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned
the Regular Meeting at 10:48 p.m. in a moment of silence with
thoughts and prayers for those who have lost their lives or have
been wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown
Act.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,15,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - -MARCH 20, 2007- - -6:00 p.m.
Mayor Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 6:40 p.m.
ROLL CALL - Present : Councilmembers
deHaan,
Gilmore,
Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 5.
Absent :
None.
The Special Meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider :
(07-121) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation:
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Subdivision (b) of
Section 54956.9 Number of cases One.
(07-122) - Conference with Labor Negotiators; Agency Negotiators:
Craig Jory and Human Resources Director Employee Organizations
:
All City Bargaining Units.
Following the Closed Session, the Special Meeting was reconvened
and Mayor Johnson announced that regarding Anticipated Litigation,
Council authorized settlement of an employment dispute; regarding
Labor, Council received a briefing from its Labor Negotiators on
the status of negotiations with the Police Association Non-Sworn
bargaining unit; no action was taken.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the
Special Meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown
Act.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,16,"MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY- - -MARCH 20, 2007- - 7:27 P.M.
Chair Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 7:49 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present : Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese,
Tam, and Chair Johnson - 5.
Absent :
None.
MINUTES
(07-006)
Minutes of the Community Improvement Commission (CIC) and
Special Joint City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment
Authority (ARRA) and CIC Meetings held on February 20, 2007.
Approved.
Commissioner deHaan moved approval of the minutes.
Commissioner Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
(07-007) Report on Alameda Theater, Cineplex, and Parking
Structure Project Construction update.
The Redevelopment Manager gave a brief presentation.
Chair Johnson inquired whether there would be an opportunity to add
items back, to which the Redevelopment Manager responded in the
affirmative.
Commissioner Matarrese inquired whether pictures [of the north side
garage design] would be provided in April, to which the
Redevelopment Manager responded in the affirmative.
The Redevelopment Manager continued the presentation.
Chair Johnson inquired whether the Cineplex construction schedule
would be provided in the next couple of months.
The Redevelopment Manager responded in the affirmative; stated
twelve months is a realistic schedule; Council would be informed of
any changes.
Commissioner deHaan inquired whether options and timelines have
been researched for the northern side of the parking garage.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,17,"The Redevelopment Manager responded options are being explored;
stated hard costs would be provided to Council at the second
meeting in April.
Commissioner deHaan inquired whether the parking garage is 25%
complete because the vast majority of the work went into the
foundation to which the Redevelopment Manager responded in the
affirmative; stated the foundation was a very expensive part of the
project.
Commissioner deHaan stated a twelve-month build out is scheduled
for the Cineplex.
The Redevelopment Manager stated the developer believes a twelve-
month build out is reasonable.
Commissioner deHaan stated the cineplex would coincide with other
construction if the schedule were compressed by a couple of months.
The Redevelopment Manager stated the desire is to make the schedule
shorter; twelve months is a realistic schedule.
Chair Johnson stated the Historic Theater could not open without
tenant improvements.
The Redevelopment Manager stated tenant improvements could happen
earlier; the garage could open by itself in December.
Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association, thanked the
Commission for project support over the years.
Chair Johnson stated the Alameda Theater has been closed for
twenty-six years; a month or two is not going to make a difference.
AGENDA ITEM
(07-008 - ) Public Hearing for the periodic review of the Five-year
Implementation Plan, Fiscal Years 2004-2005 through 2008-2009, for
the Business and Waterfront Improvement Project and the West End
Community Improvement Project.
The Housing Development Manager gave a brief Power Point
presentation.
Commissioner Tam stated the staff report references required
expenditures under existing pass-through agreements and capital
improvements for the Alameda Unified School District. requested an
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,18,"explanation on how annual payments are made through the Education
Revenue Augmentation Fund (ERAF) and how the funding relates to
School District housing, i.e., the conversion of Island High
School.
The Housing Development Manager responded ERAF is State funding;
stated a portion of tax increment goes to the State to be
distributed to school districts; the capital improvement and
housing funds are a negotiated pass-through agreement the housing
funds are being accessed for the development of Island High School ;
she would need to verify whether capital improvement funds have
been accessed.
The Development Services Director stated two payments were required
by the State over the last few years; one large bulk payment was
made a few years ago; a decision was made to finance the second
payment of $770,000 and pay it over ten years; capital improvement
funding went to the School District for projects constructed over
the past year such as Ruby Bridges Elementary School and the park
and community building; the pass-through agreements reflect that
the School District negotiated for 20% of the money instead of 80%;
20% of all redevelopment money collected must be spent on low and
moderate income housing the School District's goal is to develop
affordable housing for teachers and employees; the City is banking
the funds for the School District; redevelopment housing money must
be used for affordable housing purposes.
Commissioner Tam inquired whether three separate pots of money are
set up for education from redevelopment districts, to which the
Development Services Director responded in the affirmative.
Commissioner deHaan inquired what was the payment two years ago.
The Development Services Director responded the last payment was
$470,000. stated the payment was over $1 million the year before.
Commissioner deHaan inquired whether the support was for Ruby
Bridges Elementary School infrastructure.
The Development Services Director responded the support was for
infrastructure, land, and predevelopment activity.
Commissioner deHaan stated the School District provided some
funding for the building through a Bond Measure.
The Development Services Director stated that she was not
suggesting that the City paid for everything; significant money was
contributed for infrastructure, site preparation, demolition, etc.
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CityCouncil,2007-03-20,19,"Commission deHaan requested information on the amount of money the
City contributed to the Ruby Bridges Elementary School
construction.
Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing.
Bill Smith, Alameda, stated the City should provide affordable
housing.
There being no further speakers, Mayor Johnson closed the public
portion of the hearing.
Commissioner Matarrese stated that the Business and Waterfront
Improvement Project and West End Community Improvement Project
unencumbered fund balances reflect 20% set-aside funds for housing ;
requested information on the 80% unencumbered funds; discussions
are needed for funding other projects such as the Carnegie
building, new Fire House, and Webster Street Streetscape Phase II
project.
The Housing Development Manager stated the numbers in the report
reflect housing funds; State law is very prescriptive regarding the
type of information in the Implementation Plan.
Commissioner Matarrese stated that 80% of the picture is missing
he would like to plan some other activities such as the Carnegie
interior renovation or Webster Street Streetscape completion;
inquired whether the matter should be placed on an agenda.
The Development Services Director responded the matter could be
addressed as part of the budget report, which is scheduled for May.
Commissioner deHaan requested that historical funding information
be provided.
Commissioner Matarrese stated that some generated funds would pay
the debt for completed projects; choices should be provided for the
80% unencumbered portion.
Commissioner deHaan inquired whether the lifespan for redevelopment
projects was 30 or 35 years.
The Development Services Director responded each project is
different; stated a 25 to 30 year lifespan is typical when a
redevelopment project area is originally adopted.
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There being no further business, Chair Johnson adjourned the
Special Meeting at 8:31 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
Secretary
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown
Act.
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