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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,1,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- DECEMBER 3, 2019- 5:30 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Roll Call - Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5.
[Note: Vice Mayor Knox White was present via teleconference from 65
Doonan Road, Nedlands, WA AUS
Absent:
None.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(19-656) Conference with Legal Counsel - Liability Claim (Pursuant to Government
Code § 54956.95); Claimant: James; Agency Claimed Against: City of Alameda
(19-657) Public Employee Performance Evaluation; Pursuant to Government Code §
54957; Positions Evaluated: City Clerk - Lara Weisiger
(19-658) Conference with Legal Counsel - Liability Claim (Pursuant to Government
Code § 54956.95); Claimant: Grand Edibles, Inc.; Agency Claimed Against: City of
Alameda
(19-659) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government
Code § 54956.9); Case Name: Boatworks V City of Alameda, et al.; Court: Superior
Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; Case Numbers: RG16823346,
RG16841240, RG19041531
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and the City Clerk
announced that regarding Howley, staff provided information; the matter involves a
claim filed by James Howley against the City of Alameda and its Police Department
alleging 1) false arrest, 2) excessive force, and 3) unreasonable search and seizure; the
claims generally relate to Police Officers' efforts to protect Mr. Howley and prevent him
from committing suicide on February 18, 2018; the City maintains that the Police
Officers acted in accordance with all applicable laws and policies; nonetheless, in order
to avoid the expense and uncertainty of litigation, the City Council voted by the following
vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 4;
Noes: Councilmember Vella - 1 to authorize the City Attorney to settle the matter with
Mr. Howley in an amount not to exceed $50,000; regarding Grand Edibles, staff
provided information with no vote taken; regarding Performance Evaluation, the position
was evaluated and no reportable action was taken with no vote taken; and regarding
Litigation, staff provided information and Council provided direction with no vote taken.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,2,"Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 6:50
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,3,"MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY--DECEMBER - 3, 2019--7:0 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. and led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella,
and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5.
[Note: Vice Mayor Knox White was present via teleconference from
65 Doonan Road, Nedlands, WA AUS]
Absent:
None.
AGENDA CHANGES
(19-660) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft announced the Centro Legal agreement [paragraph no.
19-665 was removed from the agenda and would return later.
PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
(19-661) Maria Gallo, Alameda, discussed traffic concerns on Fernside Boulevard.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The Centro Legal agreement [paragraph no. 19-665 was not heard and the Pacific
Shops lease [paragraph no. 19-671 was removed from the Consent Calendar for
discussion.
Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk
preceding the paragraph number.]
(*19-662) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings Held on November
5,2019. Approved.
(*19-663) Ratified bills in the amount of $3,986, 146.67.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,4,"(*19-664) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a First
Amendment to the Service Provider Agreement with CSW/Stuber-Stroeh Engineering
Group, dba Parisi/CSW Design Group to Retroactively Extend the Term through June
30, 2021 for Outreach, Planning and Design Services for the Otis Drive Traffic Calming
and Safety Improvement Project. Accepted.
(*19-665) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to
the Service Provider Agreement with Centro Legal de la Raza to Revise the Scope of
Services, with No Change to the Compensation, for Legal Services to Lower-Income
Tenant Households in Alameda. Not heard.
(*19-666) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager, or Their Designee, to Enter
into an Agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to
Accept and Allocate Fiscal Year 2019 Port Security Grant Program Funds in the Total
Amount of $365,608; Award a Bid Contract to the Sole Bidder to Build and Provide a
New Marine Patrol Boat and Trailer in the Amount Not to Exceed $487,477 to Safe
Boats International. Accepted; and
(*19-666A) Resolution No. 15613A, ""Amending Fiscal Year 2019-20 Police Grants Fund
Revenue and Expenditures Budget in the Amount of $365,608 for the Port Security
Grant."" Adopted.
(*19-667) Resolution No. 15614, ""Setting the 2020 Regular City Council Meeting Dates.""
Adopted.
(*19-668) Resolution No. 15615, ""Amending the Management and Confidential
Employees Association (MCEA) Salary Schedule, Effective December 8, 2019, to
Reflect a New Salary for the Construction Inspection and Survey Supervisor
Commensurate with an Increase in Scheduled Working Hours.' Adopted.
(*19-669) Resolution No. 15616, ""Approving Tentative Map No. 8532 for the Subdivision
of Six Lots on 20.1 Acres for the Second Phase of the Site A Development Plan at
Alameda Point for Residential, Commercial and Public Parking."" Adopted.
(*19-670) Ordinance No. 3256, ""Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending
Various Provisions of Section 3-61 (Transient Occupancy Tax) of Division IX (Taxes) of
Article Il (Taxation) of Chapter Il (Finance and Taxation), Clarifying and Restating
Hosting Platforms' Responsibility to Collect and Remit Transient Occupancy Taxes.
Finally passed.
(19-671) Ordinance No. 3257, ""Authorizing the City Manager, or Their Designee, to
Execute an Amendment to the Lease with Pacific Shops, Inc. for the Tidelands Property
Located along Clement Street between Alameda Marina Drive and Willow Street,
Commonly Referred to as Alameda Marina, to Allow Pacific Shops, Inc. to Exercise Its
Lease Option. Finally passed.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,5,"Councilmember Oddie moved final passage of the ordinance.
Councilmember Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: No; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(19-672) Resolution No. 15617, ""Amending the Recruitment and Hiring Incentive Policy
for Lateral Police Officers in the Alameda Police Department."" Adopted.
The Police Chief gave a Power Point presentation.
Councilmember Daysog inquired the meaning of the acronym PHS, to which the Police
Chief responded Personal History Statement (PHS).
Councilmember Vella stated the cost of living is a barrier for some applicants; inquired
whether offering relocation benefits such as moving bonuses has been considered.
The Police Chief responded it has been considered; stated the proposal is not moving
forward until it can be offered to all City departments; outlined incentive bonus options
that may be considered; stated some incentives do not yield applicant retention.
Councilmember Vella inquired how the $30,000 incentive payment was determined and
whether it will be sufficient.
The Police Chief responded the sufficiency has yet to be determined; stated incentives
are designed to retain officers; noted other cities provide the incentive incrementally
over time; stated there is competition for Officers in the area.
Councilmember Vella inquired whether consideration has been given to reducing the
probationary period for Officers that have been in good standing for a number of years.
The Police Chief responded the California Peace Officers Standards and Training
(POST) period is one-year.
Councilmember Vella inquired whether the probationary period could state: ""minimum
POST requirement.""
The Human Resources Director responded labor requested bringing the requirement of
two years down to one year.
The Police Chief read the POST requirements.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,6,"Councilmember Oddie inquired whether any incentives, aside from the homeowner
incentive, have been omitted in comparing other programs.
The Police Chief responded in the negative; stated the probationary period and
mortgage assistance are the focus; Alameda offers retiree medical benefits and other
jurisdictions do not; the goal is to build up the incentives.
Councilmember Oddie inquired whether staff must be employed for five years in order
to qualify for the existing medical incentives, to which the Police Chief responded in the
affirmative.
Discussed the effects of Police Department cuts on the Downtown Business
Association; expressed support for recruitment efforts to hire qualified personnel: Janet
Magleby, Downtown Alameda Business Association.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft discussed a meeting with the Downtown Business Association;
stated the Police Chief and Human Resources Director have been working diligently;
there has been an increase in crime within the business districts including vehicle
break-ins; the Homelessness Reach-Out Team is highly trained in working with those
who are unsheltered; expressed concern for Officers working outside of their job
description and overtime work; expressed support for the proposed policy.
Councilmember Oddie stated that he requested ideas be brought forth by the City
Manager to Police recruitments; expressed support for the effective utilization of the
City's limited resources; outlined his recent experience with a vehicle collision and the
rapid response of the Alameda Police Department; stated Alameda is the best place to
live; the Police Chief should request additional funding from Council should there be a
need; expressed support for the proposed policy.
Councilmember Vella expressed support for the policy; expressed concern over
retaining officers; expressed support for ensuring current Officers are sufficiently
incentivized to remain with the City; stated not all departments experience the unique
problem of being understaffed for an extended period of time; expressed concern about
potential burnout of existing officers should the problem of being understaffed not be
resolved in a timely manner; stated solutions will need to be creative; the focus should
be centered on retention; expressed support for increasing the referral incentive by an
additional $1,000; stated retention is needed just as much as recruitment.
Vice Mayor Knox White discussed a meeting with the Police Chief related to general
staffing needs for the department; expressed support for the policy.
Councilmember Daysog expressed support for the Alameda Police Department; stated
the City is a very safe place; should modifications to the policy be needed, those
modifications should be made; expressed support for the implementation of the policy.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,7,"Councilmember Vella moved adoption of the resolution, with an amendment to double
the referral incentive from $1,000 to $2,000 of the recruitment and hiring incentive policy
for lateral police officers in the Alameda Police Department.
Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
(19-673) Resolution No. 15618, ""Establishing a City Council Policy that a City Council or
City Staff Member Who Knowingly Violates the City Charter, an Applicable Criminal
Statute or an Applicable Ethical Code of Conduct Shall Not be Entitled to
Reimbursement from the City for Legal or Other Fees Arising Out of the Violation.
Adopted.
Councilmember Oddie recused himself and left the dais.
Councilmember Vella requested the matter be bifurcated.
The City Attorney clarified a motion could be made to address claims prior to today and
have a second part regarding all activities after today.
Councilmember Vella moved approval of bifurcating the hearing into two parts; the first
part results in her recusal, and would be for all prior events for which there could be a
claim filed; the second vote, resulting in her participation, would be for any events
happening after the adoption of the policy.
Vice Mayor Knox White seconded the motion.
Vice Mayor Knox White questioned how Council would be able to conduct a bifurcated
discussion; stated that it will be difficult to keep the items separate.
Councilmember Daysog expressed concern over anticipated litigation and for items
which could be injurious; stated that a clean discussion is needed; the item should be
discussed as agendized.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for actions that are simple and straight-forward;
stated the matter is being discussed as a result of the Grand Jury Report; that she
cannot support the motion to bifurcate the matter.
Councilmember Vella stated that she would like to hear from the City Attorney related to
a question posed by Vice Mayor Knox White.
The City Attorney stated Councilmembers would need to compartmentalize thoughts
between the two processes; the law authorizes the process should the Council decide;
two different actions are taken, therefore thoughts must be compartmentalized.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,8,"Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he is struggling to understand how bifurcating the
first part will not impose the discussion of the second part; expressed concern about a
clean discussion.
Councilmember Vella stated the Council policy would be applied to events in the future
where she should have the opportunity to participate; there are elements not related to
Council within the policy that can be brought forth as a Council Referral if needed.
On the call for the question, the motion failed by the following roll call vote: Daysog: No;
Knox White: No; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: No. Ayes: 1. Noes: 3. [Absent:
Councilmember Oddie - 1.]
Councilmember Vella recused herself and left the dais.
The City Attorney gave a brief presentation.
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed concern about who will determine violations; stated
there needs to be some form of formal determination before the policy is made; inquired
whether there has been consideration of any formal process for when a violation occurs.
The City Attorney responded the policy, as written, is that the City Council or a majority
of the Council will make the decision or delegate, if desired.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there will be a formal process to determine a
violation of the Charter or law.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated Council already has discretion to determine whether or
not a violation has occurred; inquired whether a more formal process should be
considered.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated it is a difficult task to request a direct report to make a
determination of a violation of the law or Charter against one or more members of the
City Council that the members vote on the positions' at-will employment; expressed
support for Council delegating to a special outside counsel; stated the the process
should not allow for political attacks.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated this is new ground; expressed support for starting the
discussion with the Grand Jury report and proceeding from there.
The City Attorney noted the policy is meant to be kept short and simple; stated should
Council could direct staff to provide a more detailed effort into procedures,
Councilmember Daysog inquired the theory behind why Council may wish to delegate.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,9,"The City Attorney responded one example is related to City staff; stated Council may
desire to delegate to the City Manager or City Attorney to make determinations in
relation to City staff actions.
Expressed concern over legal fee expenditures for Councilmembers Oddie and Vella;
suggested the Councilmembers reimburse the City: Steve Slauson, Alameda.
Stated the term undue influence is vague; the penalty should be addressed after the
definition is clarified; expressed concern over only three Councilmembers addressing
the matter; suggested the matter be tabled: Catherine Pauling, Alameda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she does not support including Boards and
Commissions in the policy.
Councilmember Daysog stated the Grand Jury provided recommendations and Council
is to put policy in place; expressed support for not including Boards and Commissions in
the policy.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the policy goes beyond the Grand Jury recommendation;
read from the policy.
Councilmember Daysog expressed support for keeping City staff in the language; stated
having Board and Commissions included is uneasy.
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed support for the preamble put forth by the City
Attorney's office.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for the preamble; stated the City of Alameda is
making an attempt to rectify past situations and to follow the Grand Jury's
recommendations; expressed concern for the language related to delegating to the City
Manager or City Attorney.
The City Attorney stated the proposed language preference would delegate to special
counsel with respect to Councilmembers, and delegate to the City Manager, City
Attorney or special counsel with respect to City staff.
Councilmember Daysog provided edits adding a comma after ""violation"" and before ""or.""
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed concern about special counsel determining when a
violation has been made; stated there have been two instances where outside counsel
has been lacking; the matter binds future Councilmembers from not being able to
indemnify; expressed support for a higher power than outside counsel, such as courts
or Grand Jury.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft discussed the former City Attorney previously selecting special
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,10,"counsel; expressed support for Council having the authority to select the special
counsel firms for fairness in the process.
Councilmember Daysog expressed support for a higher threshold or trigger for outside
counsel; stated the policy of reimbursement or non-reimbursement should follow and
event or decision made by a third party entity.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated there are existing processes that can be used as a
trigger without a further government or political process; urged caution in deciding what
rules are put in place.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether there is concern for the possibility of a
majority of Council deciding a violation has occurred.
Vice Mayor Knox White responded in the affirmative; stated three or four
Councilmembers can submit the violation to special counsel; expressed support for a
minimum threshold to determine a violation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired the minimum threshold, to which Vice Mayor Knox White
responded the Grand Jury finding a violation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council does not direct the Grand Jury to look into
scenarios; expressed support for better protections.
Councilmember Daysog stated the current matter relates to reimbursing legal fees;
noted a process must occur for reimbursement requests to be made; the determination
to reimburse legal fees should be made after there is a finding.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the reason for denying reimbursement of legal fees would
be due to a violation of the rules or Charter; the proposed language leaves the
possibility of determination to the City Attorney, City Manager or special counsel;
expressed support for the City Attorney or City Manager determining City staff has
made a violation; expressed concern for the determination being made as it relates to
direct reports of City Council; stated special counsel would only be brought in for
Councilmember violations; legal fees may not only be requested for reimbursement
when a Grand Jury report is produced.
The City Attorney stated there are very few times the Grand Jury is involved in a City
process; if the triggering event is a Grand Jury, District Attorney or an Attorney General
determination or investigation, the triggering event could either be over or under
inclusive; the policy is drafted to allow the Council to be the elected governing body of
the City; proposed the term ""Council appointed"" could be inserted before special
counsel.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated Council has full authority to deny indemnification; Council
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,11,"may determine the specific policy or trigger; expressed support for Council appointed
special counsel; expressed concern for a policy which allows special counsel to be hired
by the City Attorney; expressed support for Council making the determination.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern about due process; proposed bringing in a
special counsel to work with City Councilmembers.
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(19-674) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of allowing addition time for Council
discussion [suspending the Council meeting rules].
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call
vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye.
Ayes: 3. [Absent: Councilmembers Oddie and Vella - 2.]
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern for Council being unable to make a
determination in every instance; stated special counsel may be brought in to assist
when needed.
Councilmember Daysog expressed support for a higher ranking body making a
determination; outlined edits to Section 1, adding "", as determined by a Grand Jury,
District Attorney, or Council appointed special counsel;"" stated Council is responding to
the Grand Jury recommendations.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for Councilmember Daysog's addition to
Section 1.
Councilmember Daysog stated there is a weakness in the proposed language.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the special counsel involvement is only triggered when
Council is involved; inquired whether the addition of ""Council appointed special counsel""
is acceptable.
Vice Mayor Knox White responded that he does not support outside counsel; expressed
concern for allowing outside counsel not to indemnify; stated there have been two
instances where outside counsel has been ineffective.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there are times when the City Council needs to confer with
special counsel; Council can decide to obtain special counsel when necessary; there is
an element of safety with special counsel; special counsel would be used as a resource.
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed support for Council determining at its interest to use
outside counsel and for including language which would allow Council to work with
outside counsel.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,12,"The City Attorney stated the policy allows the body to make a determination of a
violation; and once the determination occurs, the Council cannot exercise its discretion
to indemnify; once a violation is found, the Council does not get to step 2.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether the threshold for the finding is three members
of Council.
The City Attorney responded in the affirmative.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated that is problematic; expressed support for due process,
for identifying the threshold for violation, and the threshold being higher than three
Councilmembers.
Councilmember Daysog stated the modifications made by the City Attorney is
satisfactory; proposed edits to the last sentence naming higher authority decision
making bodies.
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed support for the changes.
The City Attorney highlighted the edits.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he is comfortable with the current language.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the City Council should specify that Councilmember(s)
alleged of violating the law should not be included.
The City Attorney inquired whether Vice Mayor Knox White wants to delete portions of
the language.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether Council can choose not to indemnify if a
finding is made.
The City Attorney responded the policy states Council will make the finding.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like to ensure all changes made will hold up
to legal scrutiny; if a matter is not brought forth by the Grand Jury or District Attorney, it
does not mean the matter is not significant.
In response to Vice Mayor Knox White's inquiry, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there
needs to be a firm legal foundation to make a determination; the Grand Just is
recommending Councilmember's legal fees not be reimbursed if they have been found
to have violated the Charter; the City Attorney should not be consulted in said instance.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he has no concerns with the use of special counsel
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,13,"to help inform Council; expressed support for due process.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there is difficulty in asking the City Attorney to make the
recommendation when a Councilmember has been identified as violating the Charter;
expressed support for the language stating ""Council appointed special counsel;"" stated
outside counsel is a protection; special counsel is used as a consultant, not as a
delegation of authority; those seeking reimbursement should consult a lawyer as a
safeguard.
Vice Mayor Knox White proposed: ""the Council shall not be precluded from making a
finding.""
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the statement should be made in the affirmative; provided
edits to the statement and recommended: ""Council shall retain the authority to
determine.""
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed support for the language.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft proposed edits to the last sentence: may consult with Council
appointed special counsel to provide necessary advice.'
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the term Council will be included in the
sentence beginning with: ""to the extent..
""
The City Attorney responded in the affirmative; stated the latter portion of the policy
makes it clear the Council retains jurisdiction to act.
Vice Mayor Knox White moved adoption of the resolution, as amended.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call
vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye.
Ayes: 3. [Absent: Councilmembers Oddie and Vella - 2.]
***
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 9:25 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:34
p.m.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
(19-675) The City Manager announced the upcoming holiday sing-along at Mastick,
Mayor's Tree Lighting, and a hot cocoa crawl.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,14,"None.
COUNCIL REFERRALS
(19-676) Consider Directing Staff to Enact a Policy to Give All City Employees the
Option to Use Any Paid Leave, such as Sick, Vacation, or Other Paid Time Off, to
Supplement Pay while out on Paid Family Leave. (Councilmember Vella)
Councilmember Vella made brief comments regarding the referral.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired how direction will be given.
Councilmember Vella responded direction will be open ended; stated that she would like
to ensure various types of leave will be able to be used as a supplement.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern.
The City Manager stated that he and the Human Resources Director are in support of
Councilmember Vella's proposal; different options will be reviewed and proposals will be
brought back to Council for consideration.
Councilmember Oddie stated this policy is very fitting; expressed support for the
referral.
Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the referral.
Councilmember Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he would like to see a model
similar to San Francisco; expressed support for the referral.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for the referral.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
(19-677) Councilmember Vella announced the Lead Abatement meeting will be in
Alameda next December, that she would meet with the Environmental Protection
Agency Children's Health Director on December 10th and that she was appointed to the
League of California Cities Housing Policy Committee.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,15,"(19-678) Vice Mayor Knox White discussed an article related to affordable housing;
noted the costs of affordable housing are too high for development.
(19-679) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated more housing must be built; discussed League of
California Cities Statewide policy committee items, which she would share; announced
the upcoming annual Midway Shelter 5 kilometer run/walk.
(19-680) Councilmember Oddie stated Stopwaste is considering adopting Alameda's
straw ordinance at the County level; made an announcement regarding animal
adoption.
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CityCouncil,2019-12-03,16,"ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 9:48
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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