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CityCouncil,2009-06-16,1,"MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - -JUNE 16, 2009- -7:30 P.M.
Mayor Johnson convened the Regular Meeting at 7:52 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
(09-236) - Proclamation Recognizing Contributions to the City by
Gay and Lesbian Residents and Encouraging the Community to
Recognize These Contributions, Particularly During the Month of
June, Gay Pride Month.
Mayor Johnson read and presented the proclamation to Debra
Arbuckle.
Ms. Arbuckle thanked Council for the proclamation.
Speaker : Morten Wellhaven, Alameda.
(09-237) Proclamation Proclaiming June 27, 2009 as Relay for
Life Day in the City of Alameda.
Mayor Johnson read and presented the proclamation to Amanda
Harris, NormanJean Hickock, Kristen Thorson, Joan Jessen,
Jennifer Uolla, and Amanda Porter.
Ms. Hickock thanked Council for the proclamation; invited
Council to attend the Relay for Life event.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Gilmore stated page 7 of the Regular Minutes
should read ""grapple with the problem.""
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,2,"Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the Consent Calendar
with the correction to the minutes.
Vice Mayor deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are
indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number . ]
(*09-238) Minutes Special and Regular City Council Meetings Held
on June 2, 2009. Approved.
[Note the Regular Minutes were approved with correction to page
7. ]
(*09-239) Ratified bills in the amount of $1,132,882.26.
(*09-240) Recommendation to Approve the City of Alameda
Investment Policy. Accepted.
(*09-241) Recommendation to Approve an Agreement with Holland &
Knight, LLP in the Amount of $96,000 for Federal Legislative
Advocacy Services. Accepted.
(*09-242) Recommendation to Award the Contract for Legal
Advertising for Fiscal Year 2009-2010. Accepted.
(*09-243) Recommendation to Adopt Plans and Specifications and
Authorize Call for Bids for Central Avenue Sewer Rehabilitation,
Pacific Avenue to Third Street, No. P.W. 05-09-13. Accepted.
(*09-244) Recommendation to Adopt Plans and Specifications and
Authorize Call for Bids for Fernside Boulevard Sewer
Rehabilitation, Thompson Avenue to High Street, No. P.W. 03-09-
09. Accepted.
(*09-245) Recommendation to Approve the Non-Disturbance and
Attornment Agreement Between City of Alameda and Diageo Chateau
& Estate Wines Company. Accepted.
(
*09-246) Resolution No. 14342, ""Authorizing Access to Tax
Records and Documents to City's Legal Counsel Pursuant to
California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 7056 (b) "" Adopted.
(*09-247) - Resolution No. 14343, ""Amending the Alameda City
Employees Association (ACEA) and Management and Confidential
Employees Association (MCEA) Salary Schedules. Adopted.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,3,"(*09-248) - Ordinance No. 2996, ""Approving and Authorizing the
Sale of the Remnant Parcel at the Northeast Corner of the
Intersection of Ron Cowan Parkway and Harbor Bay Parkway and
Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute All Necessary
Documents. Finally passed.
( *09-249) Ordinance No. 2997, ""Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Deleting Chapter XX (Flood Damage Prevention) and Adding
a New Chapter XX (Flood Plain Management) to Meet the
Requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Flood Insurance Program and Approve Updated Flood Insurance Rate
Maps. "" Finally passed.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
(09-250) The Fire Chief provided a briefing on a recent
structure fire.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether fire fighters returned
to the scene because the fire re-ignited.
The Fire Chief responded the fire rekindled in the roof area at
approximately 3:00 a.m.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired what equipment returned to the
scene.
The Fire Chief responded that he assumes a full first response
team returned; further stated the building was fully involved
[the first time fire fighters responded] i adjacent homes are
very close in proximity; fire fighters did a commendable job
protecting other structures.
Mayor Johnson inquired when initial responders left the scene.
The Fire Chief responded that he left the scene at approximately
8:30 p.m.; stated the crew left at midnight or so.
Councilmember Tam inquired how the less injured fire fighter is
doing.
The Fire Chief responded the fire fighter was wearing gloves but
grabbed an iron hand railing and received second degree burns to
the palm of the hand through the glove.
Regular Meeting
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June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,4,"Councilmember Tam stated twenty-one people responded to the
first call; inquired whether the number included Oakland
responders, to which the Fire Chief responded in the negative.
Councilmember Tam inquired whether twenty-one people were at the
scene the entire time.
The Fire Chief responded in the negative; stated engines are
released once the clean up phase starts; three companies were on
the scene when he left.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired how long the fire was burning before
fire fighters arrived, to which the Fire Chief responded the
matter is being investigated.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the Fire Captain was burned
through protective clothing.
The Fire Chief responded someone bumped into the Fire Captain
and the Fire Captain fell over a knee wall; stated the fall
caused a separation between his coat and turnouts which exposed
skin.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether circumstances were out of the
ordinary.
The Fire Chief responded that he does not see anything unusual
about response times or available resources, only injuries;
stated all fire apparatus units were in station and responded
except the truck.
Mayor Johnson inquired how many fire fighters came from Oakland,
to which the Fire Chief responded seventeen.
Mayor Johnson inquired when [Oakland] fire fighters left the
scene, to which the Fire Chief responded approximately 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Johnson stated the mutual aid procedures should be refined
to dispatch to stations, not the scene.
The Fire Chief stated a meeting is scheduled with Oakland
tomorrow; discussions need to involve Alameda Fire and Oakland
Fire and dispatch; an Oakland unit automatically responds when
there is a fire at Harbor Bay ; the Oakland unit that would
normally respond was out on another call.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,5,"Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the outcome would have
been different with five stations instead of four.
The Fire Chief responded in the negative; stated the building
was lost when crews arrived; a more negative outcome could have
occurred if units were tied up with other calls.
Mayor Johnson requested that the Fire Chief wish the injured
fire fighters the best and speedy recovery.
(09-251) Presentation on GoLibrary.
The Supervising Librarian gave a Power Point presentation.
Councilmember Tam inquired how much the GoLibrary unit costs, to
which the Supervising Librarian $150,000.
Councilmember Tam inquired how many books the unit holds, to
which the Supervising Librarian responded approximately 400.
Councilmember Tam inquired whether the books are paperback, to
which the Supervising Librarian responded the books are
paperback and hard cover.
Councilmember Tam inquired whether late returns occur, to which
the Supervising Librarian responded the situation depends on the
borrower.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the books can be returned at the
unit, to which the Supervising Librarian responded in the
affirmative.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether additional units are planned.
The Library Director responded more units can be added when
funding becomes available.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired how often books change, to which
the Supervising Librarian responded every two months.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the unit is connected
to the Library card system so that books can be requested, to
which the Supervising Librarian responded in the negative;
stated other units could offer the option.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,6,"Mayor Johnson stated people should be able to select books on
the Library website.
The Library Director stated the matter could be addressed in the
future; currently, selection is restricted because of book size.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether Contra Costa County has a
Countywide library system, to which the Supervising Librarian
responded in the affirmative, with the exception of Richmond.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired where books are returned, to
which the Supervising Librarian responded through the unit's
slot.
The Library Director stated the unit is tied into the library
catalogue and checkout system; people can go on line and see
what has been checked out and the due date.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired what is the size of the unit, to
which the Supervising Librarian responded similar to a vending
machine, just taller.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired where initial funding came from, to
which the Library Director responded Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funds.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether maintenance costs would be
absorbed by the Library, to which the Library Director responded
in the affirmative.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired when the unit would be available, to
which the Supervising Librarian responded within six months of
ordering.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether units have been placed at
schools.
The Library Director responded that she is not aware of any;
stated text books might not fit and might weigh too much; most
units are at transit hubs ; the intent is serve underserved
populations because new library construction funding does not
seem to be eminent.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,7,"(09-252) Resolution No. 14344, ""Reappointing Avonnet M. Peeler
as a Member of the Civil Service Board. "" Adopted;
(09-252A) Resolution No. 14345, ""Reappointing Paulina Kirola as
a Member of the Commission on Disability Issues. "" Adopted;
(
(09-252B) Resolution No. 14346, ""Reappointing Adrienne Longley-
Cook as a Member of the Commission on Disability Issues. ""
Adopted;
(09-252C) Resolution No. 14347, ""Reappointing Jody Moore as a
Member of the Commission on Disability Issues."" Adopted
(09-252D) Resolution No. 14348, ""Reappointing Donna Talbot as a
Member of the Historical Advisory Board. "" Adopted;
(09-252E) Resolution No. 14349, ""Reappointing Ronald Kahn as a
Member of the Housing and Building Code Hearing and Appeals
Board. "" Adopted;
(09-252F) Resolution No. 14350, ""Reappointing Rebecca Kohlstrand
Parsons as a Member of the Planning Board. "" Adopted
( (09-252G) Resolution No. 14351, ""Reappointing John McCahan as a
Member of the Public Utilities Board. Adopted:
(09-252H) Resolution No. 14352, ""Reappointing Jonathan Soglin as
a Member of the Social Service Human Relations Board. Adopted;
and
(09-252I) Resolution No. 14353, ""Reappointing Cynthia Wasko as a
Member of the Social Service Human Relations Board. "" Adopted.
Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolutions.
Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried
by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
The City Clerk administered the Oath and presented certificates
of appointment to Donna Talbot, Ronald Kahn, Rebecca Kohlstrand
Parsons, John McCahan, and Jonathan Soglin.
(09-253) Public Hearing to Consider Resolution No. 14354,
""Authorizing Collection of Delinquent Integrated Waste
Management Accounts by Means of the Property Tax Bills.""
Adopted.
The Public Works Director provided an updated list of delinquent
accounts and three requests for appeals; gave a brief
presentation.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,8,"In response to Vice Mayor deHaan's inquiry, the Public Works
Director outlined Alameda County Industries (ACI) notification
process for delinquent accounts.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the lien list covers
properties over and above the billing cycle.
The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative; stated
three letters were sent advising property owners that accounts
were transferred to the City.
Councilmember Matarrese stated that two banks are on the
delinquent list inquired whether the banks responded, to which
the Public Works Director responded in the negative.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the list includes foreclosed
properties, to which the Public Works Administrator responded
some properties are in the process of foreclosure.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether property owners
received notices.
The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative; stated
letters have not been returned.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired how often accounts are settled after
appearing on tax rolls.
The Public Works Director responded most accounts are paid the
following year; accounts need to be paid if property is
refinanced or sold.
Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution.
Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried
by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
(09-254) Public Hearing to Consider Resolution No. 14355,
""Approving the Engineer's Report, Confirming Diagram and
Assessment, and Ordering Levy of Assessments, Island City
Landscaping and Lighting District 84-2, All Zones. "" Adopted.
The Public Works Director gave a brief presentation.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,9,"Mayor Johnson inquired what services would be cut [with the
$5,200 reduction], to which the Public Works Director responded
on-going landscape maintenance.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired how much money the City
invested in re-landscaping and refurbishing Webster Street, to
which the Public Works Director responded approximately $2
million.
Councilmember Matarrese stated landscaping needs to be
maintained; reducing maintenance jeopardizes the initial
investment.
Mayor Johnson stated the West Alameda Business Association
(WABA) should make cuts elsewhere; the City cannot allow
landscaping to deteriorate.
The Public Works Director stated WABA has been advised that the
City will not allow landscaping to deteriorate; a stronger
message will be sent.
Mayor Johnson stated WABA needs to make cuts in other areas, not
maintenance.
Vice Mayor inquired whether or not the City anticipates
increasing Business Association allocations.
The Interim City Manager responded the matter will be addressed
on August 3i stated the recommendation will be that WABA and
Park Street Business Association (PSBA) allocations not be
increased.
The Public Works Director continued the presentation.
Councilmember Gilmore stated Harbor Bay Business Park's
adjustment is based on CPI; inquired whether the CPI adjustment
is because the zone is newer than PSBA and WABA, to which the
Public Works Director responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether there is a way to add an
automatic CPI to the older zones once the economy turns around.
The Public Works Director responded property owners have to vote
on the issue; stated the assessment would be increased and the
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June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,10,"annual CPI would be included; now, CPI increases are always done
when assessment districts are formed.
Mayor Johnson stated WABA'S assessment has not been adjusted for
fifteen years; the amount collected does not include the cost of
new street scaping; WABA and PSBA knew of the added
responsibility and need to meet the obligation.
Councilmember Gilmore stated WABA needs to start preparing for a
large bump up when adjustments occur.
The Public Works Director stated WABA'S assessment will double
and a CPI increase will be added; the gradual increase will be
25% each year; stated Park Street flags might be cut.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether shared costs for maintaining
the shoreline park and median area within Zone 5 increased, to
which the Public Works Director responded in the negative.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the vast majority of the
Recreation and Park Department's share is for shoreline park, to
which the Public Works Director responded the entire amount is
for shoreline park.
Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether approximately $26,000 is for
Zone 5 median area, to which the Public Works Director responded
the $26,000 is for median area and planting strip.
Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution.
Vice Mayor deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
(09-255) Public Hearing to Consider Resolution No. 14356,
""Approving the Engineer's Report, Confirming Diagram and
Assessment, and Ordering Levy of Assessments, Maintenance
Assessment District 01-01 (Marina Cove) "" Adopted.
The Public Works Director gave a brief presentation.
Councilmember Tam moved adoption of the resolution.
Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,11,"ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
(09-256) Michael Torrey discussed the upcoming amateur radio
event .
(09-257) Domenick Weaver discussed fire issues.
(09-258) Jeff Del Bono discussed the Harbor Bay fire.
(09-259) Jon Spangler discussed social media networks.
COUNCIL REFERRALS
(09-260) Discussion and Consideration of Carnegie Library
Building Use.
Councilmember Matarrese stated that he would like Council to
consider reevaluating the vote regarding using the Carnegie
Library for the Planning and Building Department and potentially
directing the Interim City Manager to see if a lease arrangement
with the Museum is feasible.
Councilmember Gilmore stated that she recalls the on-going
maintenance cost would be $150,000 per year; knowing whether the
Museum's financial picture has changed is important.
Councilmember Matarrese stated the $150,000 cost was for City
employees providing maintenance; that he would like the Interim
City Manager to investigate if there is a possibility of getting
an occupant for the building; a full blown investigation is not
needed.
Mayor Johnson stated everyone thinks having the Museum at the
Carnegie Building is a great idea; the question is whether the
Museum has funding; Council could direct the Interim City
Manager to investigate ways of getting the building back in use;
perhaps the Museum could be combined with something else;
possibilities should be reviewed; the City spent over $4 million
on retrofitting years ago.
Vice Mayor deHaan stated a fall back position should be reviewed
since the previous Planning and Building Department use will not
happen; that he has concerns with Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) requirements and HVAC system; all options should be
reviewed.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,12,"Councilmember Tam stated that she concurs with Mayor Johnson;
Council should not preclude the possibility of earning money;
looking into public and private partnerships would be great ;
there has been some expectation of moving the Public Works
Department back to City Hall and have Planning and Building move
to the Carnegie Building.
The Interim City Manager stated Planning and Building will not
have the ability to pay for refurbishing the building; staff is
working on a space plan for the Planning and Building
Department, Development Services Department, and Fire
Prevention; that she does not think the Carnegie Building will
need to be used except for records storage.
Speakers Bob Risley, Alameda; Robbie Dileo, Alameda Museum;
Chuck Millar, Alameda Museum.
Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of 1) reconsidering and
redirecting the previous motion; 2) reviewing other uses of the
Carnegie Building, including partnering with a non-profit such
as the Museum and other public/private partnerships; and 3)
receiving a preliminary report back from the Interim City
Manager regarding feasibility.
Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether Councilmember Matarrese
is requesting initial costs to make the building habitable and
then figure out uses and who could pay for it, to which
Councilmember Matarrese responded in the affirmative.
Vice Mayor deHaan seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Vice Mayor deHaan stated funding streams need
to be reviewed and all options need to be considered.
Councilmember Matarrese stated everything needs to be on the
table.
Councilmember Tam stated getting a paying tenant needs to be
underscored.
Mayor Johnson stated having a display area would draw people
into the building; a multi-use building would be beneficial.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,13,"Councilmember Gilmore stated that she does not want the City to
be committed to providing a long-term subsidy in the form of
money as opposed to just the building the subsidy should come
from a paying tenant.
Councilmember Matarrese stated the City pays a subsidy to the
Museum that goes into the pocket of a private landlord; other
cities have models where the city and non-profit provide a
cultural service and the building is paid for from long-term
foundation grants and sales from gift shops, which is consistent
with the Carnegie foundation gift.
The Interim City Manager stated that she would need sixty days
to consider use options.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
(09-261) Written Communication from the League of California
Cities requesting designation of Voting Delegate for the
League's 2009 Annual Conference.
Mayor Johnson selected Councilmember Tam as the representative
and Vice Mayor deHaan and Councilmember Gilmore as alternates.
Councilmember Matarrese moved approval.
Mayor Johnson seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
(09-262) Councilmember Gilmore stated that she went to
Sacramento with Vice Mayor deHaan and Councilmember Tam; the
Governor is suggesting taking away $2.4 million from the City;
the State will be running out of money soon, and the Legislature
is taking weekends off and not dealing with the problemi that
she came away feeling very disheartened.
Vice Mayor deHaan stated the Legislature is at an impasse and
does not know where to go.
Councilmember Tam stated the State will run out of cash by July
28; federal law precludes the State from declaring bankruptcy;
cites are allow to go bankrupt.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,14,"Vice Mayor deHaan stated transportation funds are becoming
a
concerning factor.
Councilmember Tam echoed the grimness; stated that she
appreciates the Deputy City Manager attending.
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June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,15,"ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the
Regular Meeting at 9:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the
Brown Act.
Regular Meeting
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Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,16,"deHaan,
Gilmore,
Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor
Johnson: Board Members Gallant, Hamm,
Holmes, McCahn, McCormick - 10.
Absent :
None.
The Special Joint Meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to
consider :
(09-231) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
(54956.9) i Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to
Subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9. Name of Case: Brown V. City
of Alameda.
(09-232) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
(54956.9) i Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to
Subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 Name of Cases: Vectren
Communication Services, Inc. V. City of Alameda, Nuveen
Municipal High Income Opportunity Fund, et al. V. City of
Alameda, et al. Bernard Osher Trust V. City of Alameda, et al.
Following the Closed Session, the Special Joint Meeting was
reconvened and Mayor Johnson announced that regarding Brown V.
City of Alameda, Legal Counsel advised the City Council of a
potential settlement offer and Council provided direction to
Legal Counsel; regarding Vectren Communication Services, Inc. V.
City of Alameda; Nuveen Municipal High Income Opportunity Fund,
et al. V. City of Alameda, et al; Bernard Osher Trust V. City of
Alameda, et al, the City Council and PUB received a briefing
from Legal Counsel and outside Co-Counsel regarding the status
of litigation and provided direction on litigation strategy.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the
Special Meeting at 7:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the
Brown Act.
Special Joint Meeting
City Council and
Public Utilities Board
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,17,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT COMMUNITY
IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (CIC) AND HOUSING
AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS (HABOC) MEETING
TUESDAY- - -JUNE 16, 2009- -7:25 P. .M.
Chair Johnson convened the Special Joint Meeting at 7:50 p.m.
Board Member Torrey led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present : Commissioners/Board
Members
deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, Board
Member Torrey, and Mayor/Chair Johnson
- 6.
Absent :
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Commissioner Tam moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Commission deHaan seconded the motion, which carried
by
unanimous voice vote - 6. [Items so enacted are indicated by an
asterisk preceding the paragraph number. ]
(*09-20 CIC/HABOC) Recommendation to Approve a $150,000 Ten-year
Agreement with Resources for Community Development to Implement
the Housing Authority's Obligations Pursuant to the Declaration
of Reciprocal Easements, Covenants, and Restrictions for the
Breakers at Bayport Townhomes.
AGENDA ITEMS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chair Johnson adjourned the
Special Joint Meeting at 7:51 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
Secretary, CIC
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the
Brown Act.
Special Joint Meeting
Community Improvement Commission and
Housing Authority Board of Commissioner
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,18,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (ARRA) MEETING; AND
THE ANNUAL COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (CIC) MEETING
TUESDAY- - -JUNE 16, 2009- - - -7:26 P.M.
Mayor/Chair Johnson convened the Special Joint Meeting at 7:51
p.m. .
ROLL CALL -
Present :
Councilmembers
/
Authority
Members
/
Commissioners
deHaan,
Gilmore,
Matarrese,
Tam,
and
Mayor/Chair Johnson - 5.
Absent :
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember/Authority Member/Commissioner Tam moved approval
of the Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor/Authority Member/Commissioner deHaan seconded the
motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so
enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the
paragraph number. ]
( *09-233CC/*09-21CIC) Minutes of the Special Joint City Council,
ARRA and CIC Meeting and the Special Joint City Council and CIC
Meeting held on May 19, 2009. Approved.
(*09-234CC) Recommendation to Approve an Application for Federal
Surplus Property for Public Park Purposes; Resolution No. 14340,
""Resolution of Authority to Acquire Land - Estuary Park, North
Housing Parcel, Alameda, California; and Recommendation to
Authorize the Interim City Manager to Negotiate a License
Agreement with the Navy for Use of Estuary Park. Adopted; and
(*ARRA) Resolution No. 43, ""Finding that Acquisition of the
Eight-Acre Estuary Park at the North Housing Parcel for Public
Park and Recreation Purposes is Consistent with the Naval Air
Station Alameda Community Reuse Plan and Authorize the
Expenditure of Funds to Renovate Estuary Park. "" Adopted.
AGENDA ITEM
Special Joint Meeting
Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse and
Redevelopment Authority and Community
Improvement Commission
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,19,"(09-235CC/ARRA/09-22CIC City Council Resolution No. 14341, ARRA
Resolution No. 44, and CIC Resolution No. 09-160, ""Approving
Interim Expenditures Prior to Adoption of the Operating and
Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 for the
City of Alameda, the Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority,
and the Community Improvement Commission.
Vice Mayor/Authority Member/Commissioner deHaan moved adoption
of the resolutions.
Councilmember/Authorit Member/Commissioner Matarrese seconded
the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Johnson adjourned
the Special Joint Meeting at 7:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
Secretary, CIC
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the
Brown Act.
Special Joint Meeting
Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse and
Redevelopment Authority and Community
Improvement Commission
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,20,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - -JUNE 16, 2009- -7:31 P.M.
Mayor Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 9:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present : Councilmembers
deHaan,
Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor
Johnson - 5.
Absent :
None.
AGENDA
(09-263) - Resolution No. 14357, ""Authorizing the City Attorney to
Cooperate with the League of California Cities, Other Cities and
Counties in Litigation Challenging the Constitutionality of Any
Seizure by State Government of the City's Street Maintenance
Funds. Adopted.
The Deputy City Manager gave a brief presentation.
Councilmember Matarrese suggested information be posted on the
website.
In response to buncilmember Matarrese's inquiry, the
Development Services Director stated redevelopment fund
reductions could increase to $2.7 million to $2.8 million.
The Deputy City Manager stated the County is considering
reducing or stopping operation of the estuary bridges if the gas
tax cut occurs.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether a strategy is planned
to keep the bridges operating.
The Interim City Manager responded a contingency plan is not in
place; stated that she does not know how the City would keep the
bridges open.
The Deputy City Manager stated opening the bridges after 8:00
p.m. as been suggested as a compromise.
The Interim City Manager stated closing the bridges is highly
unlikely and could be a trial balloon with expectations of
sharing maintenance costs.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf
CityCouncil,2009-06-16,21,"Councilmember Tam stated the City could lose up to $4.5 million,
which was the 2007 estimate to retrofit the Carnegie Building; a
paying tenant is needed for the Carnegie Building.
Mayor Johnson stated that she concurs with Councilmember Tam.
Councilmember Tam moved adoption of the resolution.
Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the
Special Meeting at 10:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the
Brown Act.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
June 16, 2009",CityCouncil/2009-06-16.pdf