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AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority,2011-04-06,1,"APPROVED
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
The meeting convened at 7:47 p.m. with Chair Gilmore presiding.
1. ROLL CALL
Present:
Board Members Bonta, deHaan, Johnson, Tam and Chair
Gilmore - 5.
Absent:
None.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
None.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
(*11-032) Approve the Minutes of the Regular ARRA Meeting of March 2, 2011, Minutes of the
Special Joint City Council/ARRA/Community Improvement Meetings held on March 15, 2011.
(*11-033) Approve a Waiver of License Fees for Pacific Skyline Council and BSA Sea Scouts -
Ancient Mariner Regatta.
(*11-034) Approve the Proposed Sale of Two Grove Cranes to NRC Environmental Services.
(*11-035) Authorize the ARRA Port Manager, NRC Environmental Services, to Replace the Pier
2 Fendering System in an Amount Not to Exceed $260,000.
(*11-036) Authorize PM Realty Group to Enter into a Contract with Scott Electric for Pier 3
Electrical Upgrades at Alameda Point for a Contract Not to Exceed $238,266 Using Remaining
ARRA Bond Funds.
Member Tam moved for approval of the Consent Calendar. Member Johnson seconded
the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are
indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
Chair Gilmore moved Item 7-A to be the first item discussed under the Regular Agenda
Items.
4.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(11-037) Alameda Point Commercial Market Assessment.
The Deputy City Manager gave a presentation focusing on Alameda and East Bay market
conditions and the implications for Alameda Point and its redevelopment, strictly to provide a
market overview and not a development strategy, to determine the state of the market as it
exists today.",AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority/2011-04-06.pdf
AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority,2011-04-06,2,"John McManus, senior director of Cushman & Wakefield was available to answer questions.
Chair Gilmore expressed concern that implementing a long term lease strategy that is niche-
focused will take as long as implementing a development plan.
Mr. McManus replied that a reuse strategy is different than a build-to-suit strategy, stating that it
is important that it is clearly defined what is available. Advised a strategy to show potential
office buildings with a potential floor plan and be able to explain to potential tenants that all risks
have been removed and understand what can be delivered.
Chair Gilmore clarified that in order to effectively market Alameda Point, money needs to be
spent upfront to determine concept buildings or concept plans apart from what the master plan
ends up being. Mr. McManus agreed with Chair Gilmore, stating that there needs to be a clear
definition, and if it is left to the potential tenants to figure out, in an environment where there is
so much vacancy, chances are that Alameda Point will not get their attention unless it's a very
unique use with a big footprint.
Member Tam inquired about the element of competition in the marketplace, asking what kind of
recommended capital outlay is needed for Alameda Point to have a competitive edge. Mr.
McManus stated that the good competitive news is that redevelopment and enterprise zones
are not going to be competitors for Alameda Point.
Joe Ernst, SRM associates, added that there is so much obsolescence of space - there is no
longer a need for more plain office space -- and it is a function of understanding the market for
spaces and uses that cannot be developed elsewhere, and aligning with the right team to
develop it. Vice Chair Bonta inquired if there are market segments performing differently than
the market trends. Mr. Ernst replied that those segments with superior performance include life
sciences, such as the LBNL opportunity, light industrial, and R&D flex space.
The Deputy City Manager - Development Services stated that the next step will involve doing
more research and return to the Board with ideas or strategies.
Chair Gilmore thanked the Deputy City Manager- Development Services and staff for the
overview.
(11-038) Review and Comment on Summary Report for the Community Planning Process for
Alameda Point.
The Planning Services Supervisor and the Deputy City Manager- - Development Services gave a
presentation on the Community Planning Process.
Speakers: Elizabeth Krase Greene, Adam Gillitt, Nancy Gordon, Gretchen Lipow, Helen Sause,
Carol Gottstein, Susan Galleymore, Nancy Hird.
Chair Gilmore commented that she is looking forward to be able to discuss the financial
feasibility of the Alameda Point project with the public so the community can understand how
much it will cost to develop Alameda Point. In the past, since the developer was running a pro
forma, a lot of costs were not able to be shared with the public. Chair Gilmore stated that
certain costs are inescapable, no matter what is developed: infrastructure costs between $600M
- $800M.",AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority/2011-04-06.pdf
AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority,2011-04-06,3,"Member Tam concurred with Chair Gilmore and added that economic underpinnings are critical
at Alameda Point. Member Tam and Chair Gilmore expressed their appreciation to staff and the
community for all their time and effort in the Community Planning Process.
5.
ORAL REPORTS
(11-039) Oral Report from Member deHaan, Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) Representative
- Highlights of March 3, 2011 RAB Meeting.
Member deHaan reported that the RAB discussed the San Francisco Estuary Regional
Monitoring program, a program that monitors 22 water sites in bay, and 47 sediment sites. The
RAB would like the program to take on one area of Alameda Point to monitor. The OU2A site,
adjacent to Encinal High School, was also discussed. Surface remediation was done, and final
remediation will be completed. Tomorrow's meeting (3/4) will include an update on the
Seaplane Lagoon.
6.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
None.
7.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS
(11-040) Update on Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Second Campus Request for
Qualifications.
The Deputy City Manager-Development Services gave a presentation on the LBNL Campus
opportunity.
Representatives from the development teams introduced themselves to the Council: Joe Ernst,
SRM; Mary Pampuch, Lankford & Associates, Inc.
Speakers: Robert Todd
Member Tam inquired whether any of the 21 applicants that had responded have the same type
of potential development partner in RFQ process, in particular inquired if Alameda's partners are
unique to Alameda.
The Deputy City Manager-Development Services responded that to her knowledge, the other
sites are already owned by developers or have already teamed with private property owners;
the other applicants did not go through an RFQ process for a developer like Alameda, and none
of the other teams are teamed with the other sites.
Vice Chair Bonta inquired when the announcement of the short list will be made and how short
is the short list. The Deputy City Manager-Development Services replied that the call can come
through at any time now and that three on the short list is reasonable. Member Tam inquired if
there was any value to engaging legislators. The Deputy City Manager-Development Services
stated that letters have been sent to Stark and Swanson, but recommends waiting until the short
list comes out before Alameda starts lobbying.
Chair Gilmore thanked staff for the update and thanked the representatives from the
development teams for attending and introducing themselves to the Board.",AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority/2011-04-06.pdf
AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority,2011-04-06,4,"8.
REFERRALS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY
None.
9.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY
None.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chair Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 11:16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Irma Glidden
ARRA Secretary",AlamedaReuseandRedevelopmentAuthority/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,1,"APPROVED
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
The meeting convened at 7:47 p.m. with Chair Gilmore presiding.
1. ROLL CALL
Present:
Board Members Bonta, deHaan, Johnson, Tam and Chair
Gilmore - 5.
Absent:
None.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
None.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
(*11-032) Approve the Minutes of the Regular ARRA Meeting of March 2, 2011, Minutes of the
Special Joint City Council/ARRA/Community Improvement Meetings held on March 15, 2011.
(*11-033) Approve a Waiver of License Fees for Pacific Skyline Council and BSA Sea Scouts -
Ancient Mariner Regatta.
(*11-034) Approve the Proposed Sale of Two Grove Cranes to NRC Environmental Services.
(*11-035) Authorize the ARRA Port Manager, NRC Environmental Services, to Replace the Pier
2 Fendering System in an Amount Not to Exceed $260,000.
(*11-036) Authorize PM Realty Group to Enter into a Contract with Scott Electric for Pier 3
Electrical Upgrades at Alameda Point for a Contract Not to Exceed $238,266 Using Remaining
ARRA Bond Funds.
Member Tam moved for approval of the Consent Calendar. Member Johnson seconded
the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are
indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
Chair Gilmore moved Item 7-A to be the first item discussed under the Regular Agenda
Items.
4.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(11-037) Alameda Point Commercial Market Assessment.
The Deputy City Manager gave a presentation focusing on Alameda and East Bay market
conditions and the implications for Alameda Point and its redevelopment, strictly to provide a
market overview and not a development strategy, to determine the state of the market as it
exists today.",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,2,"John McManus, senior director of Cushman & Wakefield was available to answer questions.
Chair Gilmore expressed concern that implementing a long term lease strategy that is niche-
focused will take as long as implementing a development plan.
Mr. McManus replied that a reuse strategy is different than a build-to-suit strategy, stating that it
is important that it is clearly defined what is available. Advised a strategy to show potential
office buildings with a potential floor plan and be able to explain to potential tenants that all risks
have been removed and understand what can be delivered.
Chair Gilmore clarified that in order to effectively market Alameda Point, money needs to be
spent upfront to determine concept buildings or concept plans apart from what the master plan
ends up being. Mr. McManus agreed with Chair Gilmore, stating that there needs to be a clear
definition, and if it is left to the potential tenants to figure out, in an environment where there is
so much vacancy, chances are that Alameda Point will not get their attention unless it's a very
unique use with a big footprint.
Member Tam inquired about the element of competition in the marketplace, asking what kind of
recommended capital outlay is needed for Alameda Point to have a competitive edge. Mr.
McManus stated that the good competitive news is that redevelopment and enterprise zones
are not going to be competitors for Alameda Point.
Joe Ernst, SRM associates, added that there is so much obsolescence of space - there is no
longer a need for more plain office space -- and it is a function of understanding the market for
spaces and uses that cannot be developed elsewhere, and aligning with the right team to
develop it. Vice Chair Bonta inquired if there are market segments performing differently than
the market trends. Mr. Ernst replied that those segments with superior performance include life
sciences, such as the LBNL opportunity, light industrial, and R&D flex space.
The Deputy City Manager - Development Services stated that the next step will involve doing
more research and return to the Board with ideas or strategies.
Chair Gilmore thanked the Deputy City Manager- Development Services and staff for the
overview.
(11-038) Review and Comment on Summary Report for the Community Planning Process for
Alameda Point.
The Planning Services Supervisor and the Deputy City Manager- - Development Services gave a
presentation on the Community Planning Process.
Speakers: Elizabeth Krase Greene, Adam Gillitt, Nancy Gordon, Gretchen Lipow, Helen Sause,
Carol Gottstein, Susan Galleymore, Nancy Hird.
Chair Gilmore commented that she is looking forward to be able to discuss the financial
feasibility of the Alameda Point project with the public so the community can understand how
much it will cost to develop Alameda Point. In the past, since the developer was running a pro
forma, a lot of costs were not able to be shared with the public. Chair Gilmore stated that
certain costs are inescapable, no matter what is developed: infrastructure costs between $600M
- $800M.",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,3,"Member Tam concurred with Chair Gilmore and added that economic underpinnings are critical
at Alameda Point. Member Tam and Chair Gilmore expressed their appreciation to staff and the
community for all their time and effort in the Community Planning Process.
5.
ORAL REPORTS
(11-039) Oral Report from Member deHaan, Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) Representative
- Highlights of March 3, 2011 RAB Meeting.
Member deHaan reported that the RAB discussed the San Francisco Estuary Regional
Monitoring program, a program that monitors 22 water sites in bay, and 47 sediment sites. The
RAB would like the program to take on one area of Alameda Point to monitor. The OU2A site,
adjacent to Encinal High School, was also discussed. Surface remediation was done, and final
remediation will be completed. Tomorrow's meeting (3/4) will include an update on the
Seaplane Lagoon.
6.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
None.
7.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS
(11-040) Update on Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Second Campus Request for
Qualifications.
The Deputy City Manager-Development Services gave a presentation on the LBNL Campus
opportunity.
Representatives from the development teams introduced themselves to the Council: Joe Ernst,
SRM; Mary Pampuch, Lankford & Associates, Inc.
Speakers: Robert Todd
Member Tam inquired whether any of the 21 applicants that had responded have the same type
of potential development partner in RFQ process, in particular inquired if Alameda's partners are
unique to Alameda.
The Deputy City Manager-Development Services responded that to her knowledge, the other
sites are already owned by developers or have already teamed with private property owners;
the other applicants did not go through an RFQ process for a developer like Alameda, and none
of the other teams are teamed with the other sites.
Vice Chair Bonta inquired when the announcement of the short list will be made and how short
is the short list. The Deputy City Manager-Development Services replied that the call can come
through at any time now and that three on the short list is reasonable. Member Tam inquired if
there was any value to engaging legislators. The Deputy City Manager-Development Services
stated that letters have been sent to Stark and Swanson, but recommends waiting until the short
list comes out before Alameda starts lobbying.
Chair Gilmore thanked staff for the update and thanked the representatives from the
development teams for attending and introducing themselves to the Board.",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,4,"8.
REFERRALS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY
None.
9.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY
None.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chair Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 11:16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Irma Glidden
ARRA Secretary",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,5,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY--APRIL - - 6, 2011--6:00 - P.M.
Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call -
Present:
Councilmembers Bonta, deHaan, Johnson, Tam and Mayor
Gilmore - 5.
Absent:
None.
The special meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(11-172) Conference with Labor Negotiators; Agency negotiators: Joe Wiley and Human
Resources Director; Employee organizations: Alameda Fire Managers Association,
Alameda Police Managers Association, Alameda Police Officers Association, and
International Association of Fire Fighters.
(11-173) Public Employment (Gov. Code Section 54957); Title: City Manager.
(11-174) Conference with Labor Negotiators (Gov. Code Section 54957.6); Agency
designated representatives: Mayor Gilmore and Vice Mayor Bonta; Unrepresented
employee: City Manager
Following the Closed Session, the special meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore
announced that regarding Employee organizations, Council provided direction for
bargaining with the public safety units; regarding Public Employment, Council provided
direction; regarding City Manager, Council provided direction on salary negotiation.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the 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 Meeting
Alameda City Council
April 6, 2011",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,6,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL,
ALAMEDA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY (APFA), AND
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (CIC) MEETING
WEDNESDAY--APRIL 6, 2011-- - -7:01 P.M.
Mayor/Chair Gilmore convened the meeting at 11:16 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers/Authority Members/Commissioners
Bonta, deHaan, Johnson, Tam and Mayor/Chair
Gilmore - 5.
Absent:
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember/Authority Member/Commissioner Tam moved approval of the Consent
Calendar.
Councilmember/Authority Member/Commissioner Johnson seconded the motion, which
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an
asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(*11-175 CC/11-01 APFA/11-019 CIC) Minutes of the Regular APFA Meeting Held on
September 7, 2010; and the Special Joint City Council, Alameda Reuse and
Redevelopment Authority, and CIC Meetings Held on March 15, 2011. Approved.
(*11-176 CC) Resolution No. 14562, ""Approving the Issuance by the Community
Improvement Commission of Tax Allocation Housing Revenue Bonds."" Adopted;
(*11-020 CIC) Resolution No. 11-181, ""Approving Documents and Actions Related to
the Issuance of Tax Allocation Housing Revenue Bonds to Assist in the Financing of the
Acquisition and Rehabilitation of the Rental Housing Facility Located at 2428 Central
Avenue and Approving Creation of Two New Accounting Funds."" Adopted; and
(*11-01 APFA) Resolution No. 11-23, ""Authorizing the Purchase and Sale of Tax
Allocation Housing Revenue Bonds of the CIC, and Approving Other Matters Related
Thereto."" Adopted.
AGENDA ITEMS
None.
Special Joint Meeting
Alameda City Council, Alameda Public
Financing Authority, and Community
1
Improvement Commission
April 6, 2011",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CityCouncil,2011-04-06,7,"ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 11:17
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
Secretary, APFA and CIC
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act.
Special Joint Meeting
Alameda City Council, Alameda Public
Financing Authority, and Community
2
Improvement Commission
April 6, 2011",CityCouncil/2011-04-06.pdf
CivilServiceBoard,2011-04-06,1,"any
OF
FERKA
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CIVIL SERVICE BOARD OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2011
1.
The meeting was called to order at 5:01 p.m. by Board President Avonnet Peeler
2.
ROLL CALL President Avonnet Peeler, Vice President Peter Horikoshi, Board Members
Linda McHugh and Jose Villaflor
ABSENT: Member Dean Batchelor and Executive Secretary Karen Willis
STAFF PRESENT: Jill Kovacs, Senior Management Analyst and Chris Low, Senior
Management Analyst
3.
MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 2010 were presented for
Board approval. Board Member Linda McHugh pointed out two
typographical corrections: 4-B paragraph 1, line 1, change ""entrees"" to
""entries""; and 5-b paragraph 1, line 7, change ""axel"" to ""axle"".
Board Member Linda McHugh moved that the minutes be accepted as
corrected. Vice President Horikoshi seconded, and the motion was carried
by a 4-0 vote.
4.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
SUMMARY REPORT FOR EXAMINATION ELIGIBLE LISTS AND CLASSIFICATIONS FOR
THE MONTHS OF JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH 2011.
4-A ELIGIBLE LIST ESTABLISHED
DATE ESTABLISHED
EXAM NO.
Emergency Medical Svcs Education
1/7/2011
2010-36
Coordinator
Fire Apparatus Operator
3/11/2011
2010-43PR
Public Works Supervisor
3/18/2011
2011-10PR
4-B ELIGIBLE LIST EXTENDED
DATE ESTABLISHED
EXAM NO.
Community Dev Program Manager
11/3/2010
2010-32
Deputy Fire Chief
11/20/2009
209-35PR
Police Lieutenant
12/3/2009
209-29PR
Police Records Supervisor
11/18/2010
2010-35
Property & Evidence Technician
3/3/2010
2010-04
Public Works Coordinator
12/16/2010
2010-41
Senior Account Clerk
4/20/2010
2010-11
Senior Management Analyst
4/7/2010
2010-08PR",CivilServiceBoard/2011-04-06.pdf
CivilServiceBoard,2011-04-06,2,"City of Alameda
Page 2 of 3
Civil Service Board Minutes
Regular Meeting of April 6, 2011
4-C ELIGIBLE LIST EXPIREDICANCELLEDI
DATE ESTABLISHED
EXAM NO.
EXHAUSTED
Planning Services Manager
10/1/2010
2010-31
Police Sergeant
10/14/2009
209-04PR
4-D ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION FOR MAINTENANCE WORKER I EXAMINATION
2010-13R ELIGIBLE LIST
Date Eligible List Established: October 6, 2010
Date Eligible List Extended: January 5, 2011
Chris Low explained that due to circumstances related to the switch to CalOps, this
recruitment was conducted, the Eligible List was established, and the List certified to the
department. However, the list was not placed on a Civil Service Board agenda for approval.
This action states the dates and retroactively establishes and extends the list.
4-E LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS:
Existing Classification Specification Revision:
Line Working Supervisor
Public Works Coordinator
Chris Low reviewed the driver's license changes on the Line Working Supervisor job
specification. Jill Kovacs explained that the Public Works Coordinator specification was last
reviewed in 1986 and that the proposed specification was a total revision and update.
Member McHugh had a question regarding the Distinguishing Features section. Jill Kovacs
responded that a comma would be inserted for clarification.
Vice President Peter Horikoshi moved to accept the consent calendar. Member
Villaflor seconded and the motion passed by a 4-0 vote.
5.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
5-A Activity Report - Period of December 1, 2010 - February 28, 2011
Member McHugh asked if separations were to move on to better jobs. Jill Kovacs
responded that the Economic Development Director accepted a position in Morgan Hill, and
that the Fire Captain separation was due to the death of the incumbent. Chris Low
explained that the cause of death was cancer and was a presumptive work-related injury.
Member McHugh commented that there were a lot of retirements and asked if this was a
trend. Chris Low stated that the Meter Reader Collector retired after 34 years of service.
Jill Kovacs explained that the Fire Department Senior Account Clerk retired after a long-
term medical leave. Chris Low explained that the Police Sergeants, Fire Apparatus
Operator, Police Records Supervisor, and Public Works Supervisor, all had maximized their
years of service and there was no indication any were going to work for someone else.
Member McHugh asked if the City is ending up with a situation resulting from the fact that
all these people are exiting because it is their time to go, and that the budget issues about
hiring replacements, resulted in remaining staff not being able to get the work done. She
asked if there was a plan in place to address this. Jill Kovacs responded that departments
may hold off on filling vacancies until they know what budget scenario they are going to",CivilServiceBoard/2011-04-06.pdf
CivilServiceBoard,2011-04-06,3,"City of Alameda
Page 3 of 3
Civil Service Board Minutes
Regular Meeting of April 6, 2011
have to put in place. Member McHugh asked if there could be stress and hardship to
remaining employees to do the work. Chris Low explained that the intention is to fill the
Meter Reader Collector, Police Records Supervisor and Public Works Supervisor positions.
Jill Kovacs stated that the Police Department is holding off on filling the Police Sergeant
positions due to the Interim Chief of Police status and budget uncertainties; for now they
are utilizing acting assignments for these positions. Chris Low further commented that for
now, the majority of the positions are going to be filled, and that next fiscal year will be
tighter and we will have to figure out how to make up the shortfall. Member McHugh asked
if this was an opportunity to consolidate the Police Sergeant positions. Jill Kovacs
responded that some consolidation was done in the last Reduction in Force, but that there
was not as much flexibility remaining since most of the Sergeant assignments were to
Patrol.
6.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
There was no one present from the public.
7.
CIVIL SERVICE BOARD COMMUNICATIONS (COMMUNICATIONS FROM BOARD)
President Peeler asked if the Federal Budget situation will impact the City. Jill Kovacs responded
that the uncertainty regarding the possible Federal Government shut down would have little direct
impact on the City.
8.
CIVIL SERVICE BOARD COMMUNICATIONS (COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF)
Chris Low provided an update on the City Manager hiring process. The recruitment was opened
in
January and approximately 68 applications were received. Six interviews were conducted in
mid-February. On March 25, three finalists were interviewed by a community member panel, a
department head panel, and a bargaining unit panel. These panels provided feedback to the
Council. A finalist has been determined, namely, John Russo, who is currently the City Attorney
in Oakland. An intensive background and reference check is being conducted and should
conclude in two-three weeks. The next step is to put together an Employment Agreement and
negotiate terms.
There was discussion that the next meeting of the Civil Service Board will be held on Wednesday,
July 6, 2011 beginning at 5:00 p.m.
9.
President Peeler asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Board Member McHugh moved to
adjourn and Member Villaflor seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 and the meeting was
adjourned by President Peeler at 5:22 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Willis
Human Resources Director &
Executive Secretary to the Civil Service Board",CivilServiceBoard/2011-04-06.pdf