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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,1,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY--JULY 21, 2020- 5:30 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 5:04 p.m.
Roll Call - Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: The meeting was held via
WebEx.]
Absent:
None.
Consent Calendar:
Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Oddie seconded, 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.]
(*20-493) Recommendation to Approve Amy Wooldridge, Recreation and Parks
Director, Eric Levitt, City Manager, and Michael Roush, Chief Assistant City Attorney as
Real Property Negotiators with Alameda Unified School District for the Joint Use
Agreement for Operation and Maintenance of District Swimming Pools. Accepted.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(20-494) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8); Property: Swim Centers at Alameda High School, 2200 Central
Avenue and Encinal High School, 210 Central Avenue; City Negotiators: Eric J. Levitt,
City Manager; Michael Roush, Chief Assistant City Attorney; Amy Wooldridge,
Recreation and Parks Director; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and Alameda
Unified School District: Under Negotiation: Terms for the Encinal and Alameda High
School Swim Centers Joint Use Agreement for maintenance and operations
(20-495) Conference with Legal Counsel: Workers' Compensation Claim (Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.95); Claimant: Employee - Fire Department; Claim
Nos.: ALAZ-005257 and ALAY-005163; Agency Claimed Against: City of Alameda
(20-496) Conference with Legal Counsel: Workers' Compensation Claim (Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.95); Claimant: Employee - Fire Department; Claim
Nos.: ALAW-004967 and ALAR-004680; Agency Claimed Against: City of Alameda
(20-497) Conference with Legal Counsel: Workers' Compensation Claim (Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.95); Claimant: Employee - Fire Department; Claim
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,2,"Nos.: ALAU-004791, ALAX-005107, and ALAY-005194; Agency Claimed Against: City
of Alameda
(20-498) Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9); Requests for the City to participate as amicus in pending
litigations; Case Name: Fulton V. City of Philadelphia; Court: United States Supreme
Court; Case Number: 19-123
(20-499) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8); Property: Site A at Alameda Point; City Negotiators: Eric J. Levitt, City
Manager; Debbie Potter, Community Development Director; Michelle Giles,
Redevelopment Project Manager; and Lisa Nelson Maxwell, Assistant City Attorney;
Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and Alameda Point Partners: Under Negotiation:
Price and Terms
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and the City Clerk
announced that regarding the Swim Centers, staff provided information and Council
provided direction with no vote taken; regarding Site A, staff provided information and
Council provided direction by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye;
Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 5;
regarding ALAZ-005257, staff provided information and Council provided direction by
the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye;
Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 5: these two workers' compensation
claims were filed by a former Firefighter who first joined the City on September 26,
1987; applicant experienced a cardiovascular episode on August 7, 2018 while on duty
at the Fire Station; applicant also experienced vertigo and loss of hearing on September
11, 2017; applicant retired from duty in November 2018; the Council authorized the City
Attorney to settle the pending workers' compensation claims in an amount not to exceed
$130,000; regarding ALAW-004967, staff provided information and Council provided
direction by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye;
Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 5: these two workers'
compensation claims were filed by a former Firefighter who first joined the City on April
13, 1997; applicant suffered an injury on September 22, 2015 while carrying salvage
materials at a residential structure fire on Buena Vista Avenue; applicant also suffers
from hearing loss and tinnitus, which was documented on April 18, 2012; the applicant
was unable to ever return to full duty and retired via industrial disability retirement in
August 2016; the Council authorized the City Attorney to settle pending workers'
compensation claims in an amount not to exceed $85,000; regarding ALAU-004791,
staff provided information and provided direction by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 5: these three workers' compensation claims were filed by a
former Firefighter who first joined the City on April 11, 2005; applicant suffered an injury
on May 9, 2014, while conducting an equipment check on a Fire engine; applicant also
suffered an injury on March 1, 2017, while stepping off a Fire engine; applicant had
another injury on January 7, 2018, while moving an unresponsive patient down stairs of
a private residence on Flint Drive; applicant retired on December 2018; the Council
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,3,"authorized the City Attorney to settle the pending workers' compensation claims in an
amount not to exceed $145,000; regarding Existing Litigation, staff provided information
and Council provided direction by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog:
Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 5:
the City has been asked to join numerous other local jurisdictions by signing on to an
amicus brief to be filed in the above case where the United State Supreme Court will
consider whether the First Amendment requires Philadelphia to continue to contract with
a private, faith-based foster-care agency that refuses to work with same-sex couples, in
contravention of the city's non-discrimination ordinance; a US District Court in Eastern
District of Pennsylvania denied the Plaintiffs' request for a preliminary injunction against
the City and the Third Circuit affirmed; the amicus brief seeks to support the City of
Philadelphia, in part because a ruling in favor of the Plaintiffs could have dramatic
impacts on a whole host of governmental services, implicate other types of
discrimination or even contract terms beyond the commitment not to discriminate when
performing under the contract and critically impair local jurisdictions' ability to deliver
services effectively and enforce the terms of the contracts they enter into with service-
providers; yhe Council voted to authorize the City Attorney to sign the amicus brief as
requested.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 6:36
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,2020-07-21,4,"MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED JULY 14, 2020 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- -JULY 21, 2020- 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 5:00 p.m.
Roll Call - Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: The meeting was held via
WebEx.]
Absent:
None.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(20-492) Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957); Position Evaluated: City Manager - Eric Levitt
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft
announced no action was taken and no vote was taken.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 5:35
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,2020-07-21,5,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY
IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (SACIC)
TUESDAY--JUL 21, 2020--6:59 P.M.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:08 p.m.
and
Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers/Commissioners
Daysog,
Knox
White, Oddie, Vella and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft -
5. [Note: The meeting was conducted via Zoom.]
Absent:
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Clerk announced the Audited Financial Statements item [paragraph no. 20-500
CC/20-019 SACIC was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
Following the discussion, Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Knox White moved approval of the
Consent Calendar.
Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the
following roll call vote: Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye;
Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. [Items so enacted
or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(20-501 CC/20-020 SACIC) Recommendation to Accept the Fiscal Year 2018-19
Audited Financial Statements and Compliance Reports.
Discussed the necessity for sufficient staffing in the Finance Department; stated
sufficient staffing is crucial during the audit process; discussed the departure of Finance
Department staff; stated staff turnover created a delay in the audit; the Memorandum of
Internal Control indicates a material weakness; outlined deficiencies in internal control;
stated the City has acquired the services of Management Partners to assist; outlined
significant deficiencies; stated the matter is significant: Kevin Kearny, City Auditor.
Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Knox White inquired whether there are staffing concerns related
to the budget.
The City Manager responded the City is scheduled to close the books four months in
advance of last year's closing; stated some of the issues should not have happened and
are being corrected for the future; staff is being put in the place to ensure proper
process going forward; there are budget constraints due to COVID-19; however, staffing
is being utilized to the full extent.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,6,"In response to Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry about the status of the hiring
process, the City Manager stated the City does not have an Assistant Finance Director
position; the equivalent position was staffed after the first of the year; staff has been
catching up while working with the City Auditor; noted an offer will be provided for the
Finance Director position within the next week; stated the position will likely be filled
close to Labor Day.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for updates going forward.
Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog expressed support for the points raised by the
City Auditor in the Memorandum of Internal Control; stated there are several key points
identified; it is important to have complete and full reports available for the public; noted
the fund balance was reviewed and compared to previous years; discussed a table
showing reserves; stated the City should be proud there is a fund balance of more than
40%.
Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Knox White moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the
following roll call vote: Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye;
Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
(*20-502 CC/20-021 SACIC) Recommendation to Accept the First Quarter Financial
Report for the Period Ending September 30, 2019. Accepted.
(*20-503 CC/20-022 SACIC) Recommendation to Accept the Second Quarter Financial
Report for the Period Ending December 31, 2019. Accepted.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at
7:27 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
Secretary, SACIC
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,7,"MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - - JULY 21, 2020- 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:27 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella,
and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: The meeting was
conducted via Zoom.]
Absent:
None.
AGENDA CHANGES
(20-504) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like to recess the regular meeting
after the water quality hearing [paragraph no. 20-525 and Alameda Family Services
presentation [paragraph no. 20-526 to convene the special 7:01 p.m. meeting and
discuss the Charter amendment [paragraph no. 20-538]; then address the Appeal
[paragraph no. 20-527 on the regular meeting next, followed by the special meeting
item renaming Jackson Park [paragraph no. 20-539].
Councilmember Vella expressed support for the agenda changes.
Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of the proposed agenda changes.
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.
PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft announced that the meeting will be adjourned in memory of
Congressman John Lewis; read a quote.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
(20-505) Erin Fraser, Alameda, started to discuss the resolution declaring racism a
public health emergency.
The City Clerk announced the matter is on the Special 7:02 p.m. Meeting and public
comment has been closed.
(20-506) Michele Lazaneo, Alameda, discussed the handling of missing person cases
by Alameda Police Department (APD) and recommended best standard practices;
stated there is a connection between missing person cases and human trafficking; the
first 48 hours are crucial in missing person cases; social media is a helpful tool in
spreading awareness of missing persons; outlined APD missing person protocols; urged
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,8,"Council to update protocols and identify every missing person case as deserving of a
public alert.
(20-507) Kevyn Lauren, Alameda, discussed missing person cases; stated awareness
is needed to keep everyone safe in Alameda.
In response to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's request, the City Manager stated an active
investigation is still occurring; the Police worked extensively with the family; staff will
take comments into consideration.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted the Police did not receive a report within the first 24 hours; a
press release has been issued by the City and the East Bay Regional Park District.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor Knox White 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.]
(*20-508) Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings Held on June 16, 2020 and the
Special Meeting Held on June 17, 2020. Approved.
(*20-509) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,569,831.50.
(*20-510) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Amendment
to
the Agreement with Management Partners, Inc., in an Amount Not to Exceed $50,000
for a Total Compensation Not to Exceed $100,000, and to Extend the Contract to June
30, 2021, for Financial Services in the Finance Department. Accepted.
(*20-511) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute Six, Five-Year
Agreements, in the Amount of $200,000 Each per Fiscal Year to CSG Consultants,
Harrison Engineering, Inc., Nichols Consulting Engineers, Park Engineering, Schaaf &
Wheeler, and Wood Rodgers for On-Call Civil Engineering Services for a Total
Cumulative Amount Not to Exceed $1,000,000 Each Agreement. Accepted.
(*20-512) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement
with McGuire & Hester for Fire Station No. 2 Pavement Improvements Project, No. P.W.
05-20-25 in an Amount Not to Exceed $454,724.60. Accepted.
(*20-513) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement
with American Pavement Systems, Inc. for the 2020 Pavement Management, Phase 39,
Slurry and Cape Seal Project, No. P.W. 03-20-17, in an Amount Not to Exceed
$1,404,150, Including Contingency. Accepted.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,9,"(*20-514) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Third
Amendment to the Agreement with Earth Island Institute, dba Kids for the Bay for
Educational Services for the Alameda Schools, in an Amount Not to Exceed of $54,108,
for a Total Cumulative Amount Not to Exceed $118,728. Accepted.
(*20-515) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a First
Amendment to Agreement with Terraphase Engineering for Marsh Crust
Reconnaissance Sampling and Environmental Oversight for Construction of Alameda
Point's Adaptive Reuse Areas Phase 1 and Phase 2, in an Amount Not to Exceed
$238,074, for a Total Contract Amount Not to Exceed $312,572. Accepted.
(*20-516) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a One-Year
Agreement with McGuire and Hester for 2020 Pavement Management, Phase 39, Hot
Mix Asphalt Overlay and Base Repair, No. P.W. 05-20-26, in an Amount Not to Exceed
$1,476,225.60, Including Contingency, with the Option of Four One-Year Extensions, for
a Total Five-Year Expenditure Not to Exceed $7,682,337.29 Accepted.
(*20-517) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Second
Amendment to the Agreement with Stearns, Conrad and Schmidt Engineers Extending
the Term of the Agreement by One Year and Increasing the Compensation by an
Amount Not to Exceed $290,000, for Targeted Zero Waste Technical Assistance for
Commercial Businesses and Multi-Family Accounts, for an Aggregate Amount Not to
Exceed $734,978. Accepted.
(*20-518) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a First
Amendment to the Agreement with GS Management Company, for Management of the
Public Special Benefit Work in City of Alameda Island City Landscape and Lighting
District 84-2 Zone 6 - Marina Village, to Extend the Term for Four Additional Years and
Increase Compensation by $255,362, for a Cumulative Amount Not to Exceed
$309,362. Accepted.
(*20-519) Recommendation to Authorize the Mayor to Sign Letters of Support for State
Legislation on Police Reforms. Accepted.
(*20-520) Resolution No. 15676 Amending the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Transportation
Planning Division Fund Revenue and Expenditures Budget by $88,000 to Accept and
Allocate the Bay Area Air Quality Management District's Vehicle Trip Reduction Grant
for Electronic Bicycle Lockers, and Allocate $60,400 in Local Measure B/BB Bicycle and
Pedestrian Funds for the Required Matching Funds Mandated by the Grant.' Adopted;
and
(*20-520A) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Issue a Purchase Order
with eLock Technologies for $145,400. Accepted.
(*20-521) Resolution No. 15677, ""Authorizing the City Manager to Utilize up to $1.605
Million in the Capital Projects Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal Project for the Seaplane
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,10,"Lagoon Ferry Terminal Project and Reversing Back Any Remaining Funds to the Base
Reuse and Tideland Trust Budgets in the Proportion Originally Allocated to the Project.
Adopted; and
(*20-521A) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Second
Amendment to Agreement with Ghirardelli Associates to Increase the Compensation by
an Amount Not to Exceed $104,287 for a Total Contract Amount of $749,423 for
Construction Management Services for the Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal Project at
Alameda Point. Accepted.
(*20-522) Resolution No. 15678, ""Authorizing Continued Participation in the Alameda
County HOME Consortium for HOME Funds and Authorizing Execution of the
Necessary Documents to Maintain the Eligibility of the Consortium for HOME Program
Funds in Accordance with the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990.' Adopted; and
(*20-522A) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Take All Necessary
Actions to Carry Out the City of Alameda's Participation in the Alameda County HOME
Consortium. Accepted.
(*20-523) Resolution No. 15679, ""Approving a Budget Amendment to Reappropriate
Vehicle Purchase Funds from Fiscal Year 2019-20 to Fiscal Year 2020-21.' Adopted.
(*20-524) Resolution No. 15680, ""Approving the Engineer's Report, Confirming Diagram
and Assessment, and Ordering the Levy of Assessments For Maintenance Assessment
District 01-1 (Marina Cove).' Adopted.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(20-525) Public Hearing to Consider the Collecting of the Water Quality and Flood
Protection Fees on the Property Tax Bills; and
(20-525A) Resolution No. 15681, ""Finding [No] Majority Protest, Directing the Collection
of
Fees on the Property Tax Bills for Fiscal Year 2020-21 at the Rates Approved by
Property Owners."" Adopted.
The Public Works Coordinator gave a brief presentation.
Melanie Guillory-Lee, SCI Consulting, gave a Power Point presentation.
Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of staff recommendation, including adoption of
the resolution.
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.
(20-526) Recommendation to Accept Alameda Family Services Presentation
Summarizing Activities Performed Under its One-Year Contract for Student Mental
Health Services.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,11,"The Development Manager gave a brief presentation.
Kale Jenks, Alameda Family Services, gave a Power Point presentation.
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed support for the program.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired what considerations have been made by Alameda Family
Services (AFS) for providing services when school begins in August.
Mr. Jenks responded distance learning has solidified the approach for AFS services;
stated services will roll out as normal with referrals coming directly from the School
District; group services pose some difficulties during COVID-19; AFS is confident
support provided will continue.
Councilmember Oddie expressed support for AFS; moved approval of accepting the
presentation.
Councilmember Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Vella stated AFS provides services which help
prevent additional services from being needed in the future; the matter is critical in light
of changes relative to the pandemic; expressed support for early childhood centers.
Councilmember Daysog expressed support for the School Board; discussed a meeting
with the Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB).
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.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 8:06 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:14
p.m.
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(20-527) Public Hearing to Consider an Appeal of the Planning Board's Decision to
Approve Design Review No. PLN20-0047 to Allow the Rehabilitation of an
Approximately 50,517 Square Foot Existing Building for Adaptive Reuse as a Senior
Living Convalescent Home at 1245 McKay Avenue; and
(20-527A) Resolution No. 15683, ""Denying the Appeal and Approving Design Review
Application No. PLN20-0047 to Allow the Rehabilitation of an Approximately 50,517
Square Foot Existing Building for Adaptive Reuse as a Senior Living Convalescent
Home at 1245 McKay Avenue."" Adopted.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director gave a brief presentation.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,12,"In response to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, the City Attorney stated the Planning,
Building and Transportation Director will provide a brief summary of the letter submitted
as part of the record, which may be considered by Council.
The Assistant City Attorney stated Council has full discretion to continue; consideration
of the late letter is appropriate and can be weighed in the decision.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director and Assistant City Attorney
continued the presentation.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director concluded the presentation; stated
the appellant and applicant traditionally receive a five minute speaking time.
Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of allowing the appellant and applicant a
speaking time of five minutes.
Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion.
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.
Stated that he disagrees with staff; noted staff must present documents to be enforced
prior to City Council approval; stated Council has given power to staff and Boards to
approve ordinances and enforcement; should someone not meet the Design Review
standards, plans will not be approved; appointed Boards cannot make laws; noted that
he is not against the project; stated that he would like to see the project go through as
voted: a convalescent hospital, a hospice, and a medical clinic; permanent supportive
housing is not zoned for the area; urged Council to postpone the hearing until the vote
on Measure A; noted that he has not discussed the project site as a Historical
Monument; stated the penalty phase for not meeting designations is a time period of
five years; Alameda Point Collaborative (APC) may not receive funds from agencies;
urged Council proceed through the proper process; expressed concern about
application details; questioned funding. John Healy, Project Appellant.
Noted Planning Department staff met the criteria laid out by Section 30-37 of the
Alameda Municipal Code; stated there will be multiple Design Review opportunities; the
appellant's application provides no justification or grounds for the appeal; urged Council
to reject the appeal; stated APC is working hard to alleviate the immense suffering of
sick, and dying people on the streets of Alameda County; noted five homeless
individuals have died since the appeal process; stated APC has a location and project
plan ready; the current health crisis has highlighted the need to shelter and care for
medically vulnerable individuals; community members, staff, and the Planning Board
have spoken; urged Council to deny the attempts at stopping needed services for
members of the community: Doug Biggs, Applicant.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,13,"Councilmember Daysog inquired whether Mr. Healy's contention relates to the matter
not going through the Historical Advisory Board (HAB) for guidance.
Mr. Healy responded in the affirmative; stated the design should have been presented
before the HAB for approval to ensure Alameda Municipal Code requirements are met.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the Municipal Code speaks to
the matter specifically; 30% of the building must be demolished to trigger HAB review;
the project exterior changes do not represent or trigger the threshold.
Councilmember Vella inquired whether Mr. Healy is the new attorney [for Friends of
Crab Cove].
Mr. Healy responded in the negative; stated that he is not against homeless; expressed
support for following the correct process.
Councilmember Daysog stated that he would like the specific Municipal Code Section
provided which indicates the 30% trigger.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the language is found in the
Historic Preservation ordinance.
Comments read into the record:
Stated campaign mailers asserted the Wellness Center would get homeless off the
streets; no housing is being planned at the site; voters were deceived; toxic remediation
of the site has not begun; discussed a 2018 homelessness study conducted by Urban
Institute; stated the communal nature of the facility poses risks: Harvey Rosenthal,
Alameda.
Stated proposed modifications to a building with an S designation need to be presented
to the HAB; without necessary historic review, the City has no jurisdiction to approve the
design; Council cannot endorse the decision to approve the design; noted the site is on
the Alameda Historic Study List: Jim Edwards, Alameda.
Additional comment via Zoom:
Stated World War Il ended 75 years ago; the buildings have been sitting vacant for a
long time; there are many thousands of homeless people in Alameda County and some
are elderly and in need of convalescent care; questioned what is being done with the
available resources to help the community at this time: Josh Geyer, Alameda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted the site is not City property, but is located within City limits.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,14,"Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of denying the appeal and upholding the
Planning Board's decision.
Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Vice Mayor Knox White stated there is a clear lack of understanding
for Design Review; staff has a significantly positive track-record in defending appeal
decisions; this is not a design review discussion; the voters approved the project; the
project has followed the appropriate process and approvals; noted the Planning Board
denied the appeal; expressed support for moving forward.
Councilmember Oddie stated the ballot measure confirmed the zoning change and did
not approve design or use of the property; the competing measure intended to reject a
petition submitted by residents to re-zone the site in a different manner; the purpose of
the election was to litigate the petition in front of the voters; there is nothing more fitting
than to re-use a building to assist veterans that have served the Country; expressed
concern about delay of the matter due to COVID-19; stated the staff report noted
litigation in court over the Historical Resource and Study List; that he does not know if
Council has the authority to overrule the Court decision.
Councilmember Daysog outlined Municipal Code Section 13-21.5 on procedures for
reservation of Historical and Cultural Monuments; stated the building is not being
demolished; inquired whether the building is being altered and why the City is not
following the strict language interpretation.
The Assistant City Attorney responded Section 13-21.5 refers to structures which have
been designated a Historical Monument; stated the building is not a Historic Monument
and has not been placed on the list; noted the applicable Municipal Code Section is
Section 13-21.7; the definition of demolished is found under Section 13-21.2; stated
staff has concluded HAB review is not required; the Court has addressed and expressly
rejected similar issues; the building is listed on the Historic Building Study List, but is not
a historic resource under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether staff is using Section 13-21.7a to indicate
removal does not occur; questioned whether any part of the structure will be removed.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded the site is on the Study
List and is not a Monument; stated the Code requires going to the HAB should a
building be demolished to ensure the building is not a historic resource; noted the
definition of demolition under the Code is 30%; stated should windows or siding be
changed on a Study List property, which does not represent a 30% demolition, there is
no requirement to bring the project to the HAB.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the project is an adaptive reuse project and is not
removing 30% or more.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,15,"The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded in the affirmative; stated
the Building Department makes a determination about whether the changes to the
building represent a 30% demolition; should a project not meet the threshold, it does not
go to the HAB.
Councilmember Daysog outlined the definition of removal within Section 30-21.2;
inquired how the 30% trigger applies to the term removal.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded no project actions
represent removal; stated there are no designated plaques, trees and the building is not
being removed; the building is being re-sided and new windows will be installed.
Councilmember Vella stated there is a good understanding of which items should come
before the HAB; the standards are used and adhered to when appropriate; outlined her
time serving on the HAB; stated adaptive reuse allows buildings to be re-usable; in
some cases, buildings were erected for purposes which have no current use or
application; at times, materials used were readily available or used as reinforcement;
expressed concern about discussing the beauty and appearance of a building which is
subjective; stated the City has standards related to building materials, which are
adhered to; noted project safety is top priority; stated staff has responded consistently.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted that she has studied the dilemma of homelessness in the
State; stated homelessness is a growing concern and has not diminished during
COVID-19; a significant portion of homeless individuals are veterans; the project is an
exciting opportunity and is adaptive reuse; the project should unite the community.
Councilmember Daysog stated Mr. Healy has made a compelling argument for the
necessity of going through one more public review of the project involving the HAB; the
argument is compelling in part due to the definitions within AMC Section 13-21.7a;
outlined the definitions of removal and structural alteration in Section 13-21.2;
expressed support for the project being sent to the HAB; stated this is a matter of the
project being a case for HAB review and decision.
On the call for the question, the motion 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.
***
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 9:13 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 10:20
p.m.
***
(20-528) Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to
Execute an Amendment to the Lease with Williams-Sonoma, Inc., a Delaware
Corporation, Acting for and on Behalf of Williams-Sonoma Stores, Inc., a California
Corporation, for Building 169, Suite 102, Located 1680 Viking Street at Alameda Point,
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,16,"Extending the Term for an Additional 12 Months with One 12-Month Extension Option,
Removing Overflow Parking from the Leased Premises, and Providing One (1) Month of
Rent Abatement. Introduced.
The Assistant Community Development Director gave a brief presentation.
Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the tenant will be eligible for other commercial
tenant rent abatement.
The Assistant Community Development Director responded all tenants have been
notified of the programs offered by the City; noted Williams-Sonoma has only requested
one month of rent abatement.
Councilmember Oddie moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Daysog 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.
(20-529) Introduction of an Uncodified Ordinance Amending Uncodified Ordinance No.
3275 to Extend the Time that Tenants Must Pay ""Deferred Rent"" from 210 Days to 395
Days Following the City Council's Rescission of the Local Emergency. Introduced.
The Community Development Director gave a brief presentation.
Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the extension of time yields a lump sum due by
day 395, not thirteen equal payments of deferred rent.
The Community Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated deferred rent
payments can be paid when possible; non-payment cannot result in eviction during the
time period; an unlawful detainer may be served should current rent not be paid by the
end of the time period; the ordinance serves as a defense should an unlawful detainer
be served to a tenant.
In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry, the Community Development Director
stated tenants have thirteen months to pay the total amount due over the period of time.
Councilmember Vella noted that she has received correspondence which states the City
ordinance is not necessarily in line with the County ordinance; inquired which ordinance
applies in the event one is more stringent and offers more protections than the other.
The Community Development Director responded the proposed changes to the City
ordinance being presented are closer in consistency with the County; stated the City
has an additional 30 days over the County.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,17,"The City Attorney stated the County does not have the authority to regulate within an
incorporated City; ordinances adopted by the County do not apply within Alameda.
Councilmember Vella inquired how information is being provided and whether it is being
provided in multiple languages.
The Community Development Director responded the tenant and small business page
on the City's website has been updated with implementing regulations and all tenant
protection ordinances; noted the information has not been provided in other languages
to date; the paralegal in the City Attorney's office has been fielding questions about the
rent freeze and moratorium; stated staff, the rent program and Centro Legal are
providing information and regulations.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether there is information about how many people
are deferring rent and the impacts.
The Community Development Director responded that she has met with the Bay East
Realtors' Local Government Relations Committee and roughly 70 to 75% of tenants
have been paying rent in-full; noted the rent relief program is launching this week and
will also be promoted as a resource and asset; it appears more than the majority of
tenants are paying rent; stated those with challenges are able to find assistance.
In response to Councilmember Daysog's inquiry, the Community Development Director
stated tenants are encouraged to enter into a payback arrangement with their landlord;
however, it is not a requirement in order to receive benefits.
Councilmember Oddie inquired whether there is a breach of contract or lease, should
an agreement be made and the repayment not occur.
The Community Development Director responded the ordinance, as proposed, states
tenants cannot be evicted for nonpayment of any deferred rent over the thirteen month
period; stated tenants will need to be current on rent, but any deferred rent cannot yield
eviction.
Councilmember Oddie outlined a possible payment agreement; inquired whether failure
to abide by the agreement will result in eviction; expressed concern about side
agreements which cannot be complied with resulting in eviction where the agreement
trumps the ordinance.
The Community Development Director stated the ordinance does not require an
agreement.
The City Attorney stated the breach depends on nature and drafting of the agreement;
the matter is highly unusual and difficult to predict what a court could ultimately
conclude; staff believes the breach will likely result in a breach of contract; however, it is
difficult to conclusively say without further detail; noted agreements will likely be private
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,18,"without any input from the City and, therefore, will be contractual and not subject to
unlawful detainer.
Councilmember Oddie expressed concern about agreements being substituted for
leases; noted there is unequal bargaining power between landlords and tenants;
outlined a tenant being subject to eviction.
The City Attorney stated the landlord cannot require a tenant to enter into an
agreement; noted the agreement must be made voluntarily; should a landlord require
such agreement, the requirement would violate the fair housing law.
Expressed support for the extension of repayment; stated this action is a necessary
component of the recent declaration of racism as a public health emergency given the
disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of Color due to systemic racism in
terms of work, health and housing; many renters are confused about their rights under
the various ordinances; urged greater effort be made to inform tenants of legal rights
and resources available; outlined communication difficulties; urged a mailing be sent out
in multiple languages and no agreement be encouraged: Catherine Pauling, Alameda
Renters Coalition.
Discussed experience staffing a tenant-landlord counseling line; stated phones lines are
flooded with calls from those unable to pay rent; noted leases are being broken; paying
debt is quickly becoming overwhelming: Jennifer Rakowski, Alameda.
Urged Council to vote yes on the extension of the repayment period; stated the need for
tenants to have protections is growing; urged Council to consider the strategy of
translating the unpaid rent into consumer debt as adopted by other cities and counties:
Grover Wehman-Brown, East Bay Housing Organization (EBHO).
Expressed support for the matter; discussed experience as a renter and artist in
Alameda; stated showing compassion to residents is important; urged Council to vote
yes: Kevyn Lauren, Alameda.
Urged Council to vote yes on the extension; stated it is important to protect renters:
Alexia Arocha, Alameda.
Comment read into the record:
Stated property owners are not the bankers of tenants; stated it is up to the City to pay
rents through subsidized payments: Rosalinda Corvi, Alameda.
Councilmember Oddie moved introduction of the ordinance, giving direction to staff to
return with an ordinance which will allow the City to treat any side agreements and
unpaid rent as consumer debt.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,19,"Councilmember Oddie noted there are five months of potential unpaid rent; stated the
worst is yet to come and another five months is possible; there will be tenants with
double rent to payback; expressed concern about evictions due to COVID-19; outlined
failed and unpassed bills.
Councilmember Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like a clearer
understanding of treating unpaid rent as consumer debt; inquired whether the departure
is significant enough to have the ordinance return to Council; requested clarification.
Councilmember Oddie stated that the motion is to have staff return with an ordinance
covering the conversion to consumer debt.
The Community Development Director stated the City Attorney has previously noted the
conversion is not advisable.
The City Attorney stated staff is happy to look at ways to review side agreements and
provide as much protection to tenants as possible; staff strives to effectuate Council
direction; there are concerns related to conversion of debt to consumer debt
notwithstanding other jurisdictions having done so; concerns aside, staff is prepared to
receive and effectuate direction from Council.
Councilmember Vella expressed support for providing the direction; stated that she
does not want to change the current ordinance; the current ordinance should be
enacted with as much notice as possible; passing protections without notifying the most
vulnerable of their rights is ineffective; discussed articles related to rental evictions;
stated during the pandemic, a number of protections have been passed, including a
moratorium on evictions; expressed concern about people not knowing their rights;
stated both residential and commercial tenants do not understand their rights; notice
needs to be provided about protections and in multiple languages; expressed support
for mailings and postings in apartment buildings; expressed concern for vulnerable
members of the community who are not leaving their home, are at risk and do not have
access to the internet to see online postings; updates are becoming word-of-mouth;
outlined noticing efforts enacted by the City of San Leandro; stated this is an opportunity
for the City to ensure the protections are having the intended effect.
Councilmember Oddie stated that he is amenable to updating his motion to include
noticing provisions; questioned whether the proposal provided by Councilmember Vella
is acceptable or whether additional input from staff is needed; expressed support for the
option which is most effective and appropriate.
The City Manager stated Council can add direction to the motion allowing staff to create
and implement a communication plan with a report back to Council; noted the Council
break in August will allow staff the time to provide notice.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,20,"Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the proposed language is accepted.
Councilmember Oddie responded in the affirmative; noted there is a second reading of
the ordinance; stated the sooner the better.
The Community Development Director stated staff suggests sending materials out after
second reading of the ordinance; staff will prepare materials in time.
(20-530) Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of considering the remaining agenda
items and continuing the meeting until 12:00 a.m.
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.
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The Community Development Director stated more direction would be helpful; inquired
whether Council is requesting staff to return with an ordinance dealing with side
agreements and consumer debt or should staff analyze the options and return to
Council.
Councilmember Daysog stated homeowners and renters are struggling through the
pandemic; census data notes renters are vulnerable; it is incumbent on Council to help
out tenants and renters; there is reasonable effort in assisting renters and landlords; the
City is amortizing rent over thirteen months; expressed support for the matter; stated the
ordinance did not originally have a payback option; the current modification is
reasonable; noted that he does not know about the consumer debt issue; expressed
support for the extension of the repayment period; stated renters need to know Council
is on their side.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether the ordinance would pass September 1st
The Community Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated the
ordinance does not take effect for 30-days following the second reading; there are
significant protections in the existing ordinance which allow for a routine versus
emergency ordinance.
Vice Mayor Knox White expressed support for multi-lingual and robust informational
materials; stated it would be helpful for a presentation to help landlords of tenants
unable to pay rent; noted that he is not interested in supporting large corporate entities,
but landlords of one to two units; stated that he would like to know what kind of aid is
available at the State and federal levels; the City does have a large reserve, which can
be used to help landlords by helping tenants unable to pay rent; expressed support for
looking ahead.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,21,"Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated it would be helpful to know how much renters have been
assisted by City programs; the ordinance is necessary; the timeline is unknown;
compliance with COVID guidelines is key; people have not been able to go back to work
and are stressed; the ordinance is thoughtful; Council needs to ensure information is
provided in multiple languages.
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.
(20-531) Recommendation to Authorize the City Attorney or Designee to Consent to
Law Firm Goldfarb Lipman's Request to Waive Conflicts of Interest in Connection with
Goldfarb's Legal Representation of the City of Alameda on City Transactions and the
County of Alameda on the Rosefield Village Affordable Housing Project Transaction;
and Recommendation to Delegate Authority to the City Attorney or Designee to
Consent, Modify or Reject Future Requests from Goldfarb to Waive Conflicts of Interest
In Connection with Goldfarb's Legal Representation of the City of Alameda on City
Transactions and the County of Alameda on Future Affordable Housing Transactions
Involving County of Alameda A-1 Funds or Comparable County Funds.
Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the future delegation is only related to the
County, to which the City Attorney responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the staff recommendation.
Vice Mayor Knox White 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.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
(20-532) The City Manager announced COVID testing provided by City Health Urgent
Care would begin tomorrow pending a logistical issue at the Research Park on Wind
River Way; discussed encampments on Caltrans property.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
(20-533) Beth Kenny, Alameda, announced the 30th anniversary of the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA); stated it is remarkable how much more accessible the Country
has become since ADA passage; more work needs to be done to allow a society which
is fully inclusive of people with disabilities.
(20-534) Nairobi Taylor, Youth Activists of Alameda, stated it is crucial for Council to
assist in changing the racist ways of Alameda; discussed statistics of childbirth deaths
in comparison of Black and White women.
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None.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
(20-535) Councilmember Daysog made an announcement regarding the Airport Noise
Forum meeting; stated Walt Jacobs has been designated co-chair.
(20-536) Vice Mayor Knox White made an announcement regarding the AC Transit
Inter-Agency Liaison Committee meeting; stated there will be major cuts and Alameda
will be affected.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated AC Transit schedules have been significantly impacted; AC
Transit serves the Bay Area well; outlined transit changes due to COVID-19.
(20-537) Designation of Voting Delegates and Alternates for the League of California
Cities Annual Conference.
The City Clerk announced Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft is currently the representative with
Councilmember Vella serving as alternate.
Councilmember Oddie moved approval of designating Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft as the
representative and Councilmember Vella as the alternate.
Vice Mayor Knox White seconded the motion; inquired whether Council can vote on an
item under Council Communications.
The City Clerk responded the matter is always placed under Council Communications.
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.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 11:19
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,2020-07-21,23,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - JULY 21, 2020- 7:01 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 8:06 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella,
and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: The meeting was
conducted via Zoom.]
Absent:
None.
AGENDA ITEM
(20-538) Resolution No. 15682, ""Calling for the Holding of a Consolidated Municipal
Election in the City of Alameda on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, for the Submission of a
Proposed Charter and General Plan Amendment to Repeal the Prohibition Against
Building Multi-Family Housing in Alameda and the Citywide Density Limitation of One
Housing Unit per 2,000 Square Feet of Land, and Authorizing City Councilmembers to
File Written Arguments For or Against the Measure. Adopted.
The City Attorney and City Clerk gave a brief presentation.
Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of the staff recommendation [adoption of the
resolution].
Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated that he would prefer to vote no on the
matter; noted that he would like Measure A to be maintained.
In response to Councilmember Daysog's inquiry, the City Clerk stated the signers are
set by the resolution.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council is voting to place the item on the ballot, not to vote
in support or against an item.
Councilmember Daysog expressed support for being able to sign the argument against;
stated that he would like the matter not to appear on the ballot at all; he will vote no.
On the call for the question, the motion 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.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft recessed the special meeting at 8:14 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:14 p.m.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,24,"(20-539) Recommendation to De-Name Jackson Park and Direct the City Manager to
Remove the Park Sign.
The Recreation and Parks Director gave a brief presentation.
In response to Councilmember Vella's inquiry regarding timing, the Recreation and
Parks Director stated the matter should return no later than December; the matter could
return to Council sooner than December pending the timing of approvals and committee
presentations.
Councilmember Oddie inquired who will comprise the committee.
The Recreation and Parks Director responded the direction from the Commission is to
create a diverse committee; noted that she has reached out to local organizations and
associations to ensure diversity.
Expressed support for renaming of Jackson Park; stated the decision is swift and easy;
Council is acting quickly: Erin Fraser, Alameda.
Expressed support; questioned the committee selection process; stated the selection
process is critical for transparency; urged Council provide a clear selection process:
Melodye Montgomery, Alameda.
Expressed support for changing the name of Jackson Park; noted that she will not take
her child to a park which marginalizes members of the community in any way; stated
steps must be taken now to eliminate systemic racism in Alameda: Meredith Hoskin,
Alameda.
Expressed support for renaming Jackson Park; stated renaming is the right thing to do
and is consistent with other recent actions from Council; this is another decision for
Council to move the ball forward on greater equality: Josh Geyer, Alameda.
Expressed support for renaming of Jackson Park; stated people need to be honest
about the real history of America and Alameda: Alexia Arocha, Alameda.
Expressed support for renaming Jackson Park and removing the park sign; urged
Council to focus on Black, Indigenous, People Of Color (BIPOC) in the conversation;
the matter is simple to push forward: Amy Chu, Alameda.
Expressed support for a memorial to commemorate those killed under Jackson's rule;
stated a memorial has not been discussed; urged Council to push for a memorial at
future meetings: James Bergquist, Alameda.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,25,"Expressed support for the renaming of Jackson Park; questioned whether the sign
could be removed while a more permanent solution is sought; expressed concern about
the committee selection process and community input: Jenice Anderson, Alameda.
Comments read into the record:
Suggest Don Grant to replace the name of Jackson Park: Ralph Walker, Alameda.
Expressed support for renaming Jackson Park; urged Council to: remove Jackson's
name from the park, begin the renaming process and develop one or more memorials to
be positioned in the park in consultation with Indigenous communities; stated that she
does not support a return to the generic, original name: Rosemary Jordan, Alameda.
Expressed support for Option 1: dename Jackson Park, remove the sign immediately,
and start the community renaming process: Laura Cutrona, Alameda.
Expressed support for renaming Jackson Park; stated racism is a public health
emergency; urged Council accept the Recreation and Park Commission
recommendation to rename the park: Text message.
Expressed support for renaming Jackson Park; stated Jackson caused irreparable harm
to BIPOC community in the United States; parks are a place for healing and
rejuvenation; renaming the park will ensure parks are inclusive, safe and healing for all:
Text message.
Urged Council to dename Jackson Park, immediately remove the signage and support
the community renaming process in memory of the African people Jackson trafficked,
hunted and held in bondage; stated a monument to Jackson does not belong in
Alameda's first park: Rasheed Shabazz, Alameda.
Stated there has been a renewed effort to eliminate and remove monuments to White
supremacist in public spaces; Alameda's first park should be renamed due to Jackson's
oppression of African and Indigenous people; Alameda should not honor Jackson with a
park; urged Council to immediately remove Jackson's name from the park, rename the
park and develop a memorial at the new park for communities oppressed by Jackson:
Rename Jackson Park, Alameda.
Councilmember Vella moved approval of directing staff to remove the sign at Jackson
Park immediately and to approve a community-led process for renaming Jackson Park.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the motion includes
denaming the park.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,26,"Councilmember Vella responded in the affirmative; stated the motion includes removing
the sign and organizing the community-led committee to provide input.
Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the denaming would be immediate.
Councilmember Vella responded the addition of immediate can be added to the motion
for clarification; stated going back to a generic original name is not in line with being
anti-racist; there are few monuments named for BIPOC community members and
women of Color; Council has an opportunity to do more than dename the park and to
honor those who are typically not honored; expressed concern about the re-naming
policy; stated there are issues with the naming policy; naming should be put to
community-led committees; the matter is part of a larger conversation; expressed
support for the matter returning prior to December; expressed concern about the
Recreation and Parks Commission discussion; stated a process should be created
where people can express interest in serving; there have been a number of people
involved in the Rename Jackson Park movement who are from diverse communities
and should be represented.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that Council is not being asked for recommendations about
the new park name; expressed support for a committee outreach and selection process;
stated that she is excited to hear new names.
Councilmember Daysog stated Council must cast the net broadly when involving
members of the community; this is an exciting and positive event for all of Alameda;
expressed support for hearing the community-led committee process strategy including
reaching out to Facebook and Nextdoor; the matter is something residents can turn
back to view as an accomplishment during trying times.
Councilmember Oddie stated the change is beyond time; expressed concern about
renaming the park Alameda Park; expressed support for a name which reflects true and
honest history; stated how stories and history are told needs changing; there are other
places in Alameda that represent negatively; the matter is overdue; the sign needs to
go; the name needs to go.
Vice Mayor Knox White discussed a podcast; stated action must be taken in explaining
changes and the harm done; expressed support for the resulting action not being just a
renaming; stated there needs to be acknowledgement of the change in explaining what
change occurred, why the change occurred and what the change reflects; there will be
an approximate six month period of no sign at the park once removed; there are three
upcoming parks; expressed support for changing the name of Godfrey Park; stated
there will be additional matters related to renaming, which will be an opportunity for the
City to engage citizens in thinking about how and when to rename something; noted
there will need to be naming criteria; stated community engagement for naming should
be considered; the opportunity should allow Council to question how committees are
formed and to start developing a process; expressed support for the Recreation and
Parks Commission, staff and the matter.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,27,"Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for extra time spent to have an application
process; stated many people might be interested; it is an important opportunity to be
inclusive.
The Recreation and Parks Director stated anyone interested in serving on the
committee may email: arpd@alamedaca.gov.
Councilmember Vella inquired whether Vice Mayor Knox White would like an
amendment made to the motion that there be additional direction added for staff to look
at ways to use the space of the signage to allow for artistic opportunities.
Vice Mayor Knox White responded that he welcomes the addition; noted that he offered
the statement as feedback; expressed support for the language being added to the
motion, should there be support.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there is no funding being allocated to do so.
Councilmember Vella stated there is a Public Art in City Hall program; noted staff can
look into opportunities for different uses of the space; amended the motion to include
direction to staff to look at ways to use the park signage space.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the amended motion.
The Recreation and Parks Director stated the sign will be removed as soon as possible;
noted the sign is made of solid concrete.
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.
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Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft recessed the meeting at 9:50 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
10:06 p.m.
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(20-540) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager, or Designee, to Execute a
One Year License with Greenway Golf Associates, Inc. for the ""Grandview Pavilion""
Located at 300 Island Drive, including an Option to Extend the Term of the License for
One Additional Year.
The City Manager gave a brief presentation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there should be a clause requiring Greenway to
comply with any applicable COVID-19 restrictions when holding events at the City-
owned property with consequences for failure to comply.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,28,"The City Manager responded that he agrees; stated the language to require Greenway
to meet all County and State COVID-19 requirements can be amended in the
agreement and is appropriate.
The Assistant Community Development Director stated leases and licenses generally
have a clause requiring tenants comply with all local, State and Federal law.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated COVID-19 is new and the consequences for non-
compliance can be significant and can implicate many; expressed support for the
addition of a clause related to COVID-19.
Councilmember Vella inquired whether the license agreement has card check neutrality.
The City Manager responded in the negative; stated the provision may be added and
Greenway is agreeable.
The City Attorney inquired whether the request for card check neutrality would apply to
the construction workers or on-site staff.
Councilmember Vella responded the card check neutrality applies to on-site staff; stated
there is a requirement for construction workers of a certain threshold falling under the
Project Stabilization Agreement (PSA); questioned whether the language needs to be
added to the agreement.
The City Attorney responded the threshold for the PSA is quite high; stated the work
may not meet the threshold; unless Council specifically directs staff to include the
language in the license agreement, it is likely construction workers will not be covered.
The City Manager stated Greenway is agreeable to card check neutrality for on-site
staff; noted construction workers have not been discussed.
Councilmember Vella expressed concern about the long-term use of the space; stated
there are upcoming discussions about Council priorities; expressed support for Council
decisions to be confined to a shorter period of time; stated that she hopes for a larger
conversation in the future about long-term visions for the property; the event space may
not stay at the location; expressed support for the short-term license agreement, adding
card check neutrality language and adding COVID-19 specific language; stated this is
an odd time to approve a license agreement for an event space; expressed concern
about condoning the space being used in ways which are not in line with direction from
the State or County; noted the stricter of the two regulations would apply; expressed
support for the City being a responsible landlord.
Councilmember Oddie stated compliance with Health Orders is needed; expressed
concern about non-compliance; stated the language included in the agreement should
be explicit.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,29,"Councilmember Daysog inquired whether Greenway is amenable to card check should
it be requested.
The City Manager responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Vella moved approval of the staff recommendation, provided the two
provisions of COVID-19 and card check neutrality language are added to the
agreement.
Councilmember Daysog 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.
***
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft recessed the special meeting at 10:20 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 11:19 p.m.
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(20-541) Recommendation to: 1) Accept the City Manager's Report on Plans to Appoint
a Steering Committee and; 2) Provide Further Feedback and Input on Staff's Work to
Engage the Community in the Development of Options on the Future of Policing in the
City of Alameda and Developing Work Plans to Address the Following Topics: A.
Unbundling Services Currently Delivered by the Police Department; B. a Review of
Police Department Policies and Practices; C. Police Department Accountability and
Oversight; D. A Review of Laws that Criminalize Survival; and E. Systemic and
Community Racism/Anti-Racism
The Assistant City Manager gave a brief presentation.
Councilmember Vella stated there has been much deliberation on committee structure
and concern about the committee selection process; stated it is difficult to figure out who
is involved or the outcomes; Council must surrender to the community-led process and
allow for as much input as possible; expressed support for individuals who are not
always leading conversations to be framing the conversations.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like to see a robust ability to email City
management and indicate interest; expressed support for the selection being made by
people of Color as opposed to staff advising City management; expressed support for
new involvement in the process.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated the key aspect of Brown Act bodies is notification and
ensuring meetings are public; expressed support for Council discussion on the
committee acting as a Brown Act body; stated that he is not clear about the committee
not being a Brown Act body.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,30,"Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the size of each subcommittee needs to be determined;
members of the community wanted time to discuss issues and sensitive topics; noted
the committee would not meet in secret.
Councilmember Vella stated there are a couple aspects to consider; one is timing;
meetings having agendas would hamper the ability to have a number of smaller
meetings with various groups, which may not be comfortable speaking on record in a
public manner; expressed support for members of the community being allowed to have
conversations in a smaller listening site; stated the truth and reconciliation processes
formed listening committees; the committees are not precluded from Brown Act
agendized meetings; the process allows flexibility for some meetings; there are
constraints about how meetings are run; informal conversations may be held without
limiting speaking times or discussions; work sessions can be held; the consideration of
a heavily bureaucratic process may not work for BIPOC community members; a
process for a safe discussion which also allows for public and transparent meetings is
needed.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the provision had been suggested by BIPOC community
members and is being passed on to Council for discussion and direction.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether Council cannot provide direction.
The City Attorney responded Council may provide suggestions; stated the suggestions
should not be direction and may be changed by the City Manager; the City Manager
may receive input from Council and the community in order to make a determination
about how to form the committees.
Stated that she does not know the process of how to get involved; the process has not
been laid out directly: Melodye Montgomery, Alameda.
Stated there seems to be a collective lack of understanding on how to engage with
subcommittees; urged a release of a public document which indicates the process and
ways which are clear; inquired what the pathway of engagement would be if the general
public does not agree with the subcommittee process: Grover Wehman-Brown,
Alameda.
Expressed concern about a subcommittee which will appoint task forces which mainly
revolve around review and data, but not enough action and the amount of autonomy the
City Manager has in appointing the subcommittee; stated it is unclear why people still
feel unique or immune to racist policing practices; the plan has limited detail on
committee and task force selection: Alexia Arocha, Alameda.
Stated that she has been impacted by the issues to be addressed by the task force;
there is a fuzziness about roles, authorities and time commitments; expressed concern
about trying to make judgements about how much time to give to the task force and
getting meaningful input from those most impacted; stated the process feels
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,31,"bureaucratic; urged Council move out of the formal roles to have real, ordinary
communications: Jennifer Rakowski, Alameda.
Comments read into the record:
Stated it has been almost two months since Mali Watkins was arrested; other Councils
around the Bay Area have taken steps toward reimagining public safety; justice delayed
is justice denied; urged Council to take action to declare racism an emergency and take
actions to counteract racism in the community: Carly Stadum-Liang, Alameda.
Urged Council to release the Police Chief; discussed the detainment of Mali Watkins
and the Police Chief: Seth Marbin, Alameda.
Expressed support for some of the initial efforts made to address transforming
Alameda's public safety; expressed concern about how the efforts are beginning;
inquired the reason for no community engagement by the subcommittee, the purpose of
the work done in the past four weeks and ways in which Council will amplify the needs
and contributions of Black Alamedans: Savanna Cheer, Alameda.
Expressed support for adding the voices of health care providers to the steering
committee and that each steering subcommittee be comprised of 50% BIPOC members
and compensated; stated there will be an increase in inclusive structures which support
diverse participation: Jyothi Marbin, Alameda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested the City Manager address the committee selection
process; stated this is the first attempt at an ambitious undertaking; stated Brown Act
meetings can span a number of hours and be time consuming, including public
comment; outlined the public requests for moving out of formal meeting roles; stated
Council must remain respectful of community volunteers' time commitment; expressed
support for stipends paid for participants and for meals being provided.
Councilmember Vella stated direction and authorization was given by Council at
previous meetings to allow stipends; expressed support for staff providing the selection
process; instant change does not allow for a community process; a balance is being
attempted; outlined correspondence received; stated there are issues with Council
selecting committee members.
In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry, the City Attorney stated should any
Councilmembers be involved in the selection process, the committee will be a Brown
Act committee.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she has a lot of faith in the steering committee reaching
out and receiving applications; outlined Oakland City Council task force moving forward
with speed and diligence on reimagining public safety; stated some items can be
achieved quickly and others take more time.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,32,"Councilmember Oddie inquired whether Council is able to answer some of the
questions raised by public comments; expressed concern about voices not having the
opportunity to participate.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated staff should respond to inquiries made.
(20-542) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a motion is needed to continue past 12:00 a.m.
Councilmember Oddie moved approval of continuing the discussion to 12:30 a.m.
Vice Mayor Knox White 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.
***
Councilmember Vella stated three Councilmembers have requested clarification about
the selection process; questioned whether it would be helpful to hear from staff about
how community members can be engaged.
Councilmember Oddie expressed support for clarification to the extent possible by staff.
The City Manager stated should the committee be City Manager appointed, there will be
three to five steering committee members, with appointments made within the week; the
committee would not have designated people representing entities; people would
represent themselves; marginalized individuals are encouraged to join in order to
represent individual views and a more community-based approach; the steering
committee or subcommittee will be relied on to make decisions about the 5 to 6 areas
for task forces; people may be added to task forces mid-process, if needed; that he has
included his e-mail address in the Zoom chat feature; noted people can contact anyone
within the City Manager's office; Councilmembers may be contacted and forward
information; a more inclusive process is being looked into; the Assistant City Manager
has provided a general time-frame, which is consistent and a little more aggressive than
Oakland's time frame.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether information may be provided to additional
platforms such as social media, to encounter interest, to which the Assistant City
Manager responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted there have been concerns about the City Manager having
too much autonomy; requested clarification of the roles, recommendations, and what
returns to Council.
The City Manager stated the process is different in that people want a community-based
process; the steering committee will appoint the task force committees which will look to
collaborate with the City Manager's office in getting resources and data to allow flow
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,33,"and collaboration; the recommendations received would then be put in an unfiltered,
formal report to Council; outlined the Brown Act provisions of a committee; stated the
proposed process would allow more flexibility for committee members to meet
informally, but still contain a formal, public process to get recommendations back to
Council.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the task force will take community input or
only discuss amongst themselves.
The City Manager responded the steering committee will need to discuss the best way
to involve the community; the process is still evolving; the committee is not envisioned
to only meet amongst themselves; the committee will receive community input, but the
method has yet to be determined.
Vice Mayor Knox White inquired who has informed the process.
Councilmember Vella stated that she has spoken to Rasheed Shabazz, Robbie Wilson
and Shalom; she can provide emails and comments which have helped inform the
process; she has not had specific conversations about who will serve on different
committees; she has recommended people email to participate.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she met with the Alameda Youth Activists; she urged
members to apply to the subcommittee; she has read about the need for representation
of underrepresented people; Al Mance has expressed interest in guiding the process
along with Jolene Wright.
***
(20-543) Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of waiving Council speaking time.
Councilmember Daysog 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.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Christine Chilcot has expressed interest in the steering
committee; when she forwards emails expressing interest about being on the steering
committee to the City Manager; those following the matter are natural constituents;
expressed support for doing something that has not been done before.
Councilmember Oddie stated that it is not up to him to decide the leaders and voices of
the Black community; expressed support for staff to hear and consider those who have
spoken on the matter; read a quote; stated the decision is not up to him; he will take a
step back and listen; the timing is not what matters; the impact matters; he will not be
critical and will use his leverage and power to accomplish what is being asked; Council
should allow the Black community in Alameda to relay leaders and representatives.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,34,"Vice Mayor Knox White expressed concern about the subcommittee not being a Brown
Act body; stated there is an exception to noticing; committees can have subcommittees
without violating the Brown Act; setting up a process, which is intended to be public and
transparent, allows the ability to bring the entire community in; it should not be set up to
have meetings that are unclear without notice; the process is problematic; expressed
concern about the delay in creating a subcommittee, community objectives and goals
and a work plan; stated the process does not seem to be moving forward; expressed
concern about recommendations being received before the budget presentation in
October; stated the steering committee process will take time; Council needs to be clear
about direction provided and the scope of work; the matter is related to policing, not
systemic racism in the entire community; expressed support for Council providing
specific guidelines, expectations and timelines; questioned the dynamic of the
September check-in; stated that he would like a commitment to the steering committee;
the process feels like it is starting over and he will not be able to support it without a
commitment to an open and transparent process.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated one of the subcommittees will address systemic and
community racism and anti-racism.
Councilmember Vella outlined resources which go into publicly agendized meetings;
stated the intent is not to have a non-transparent process; the process will quickly fall
apart if the City ends up with a process that does not include publicly agendized
meetings, opportunities for community input and information is not clear; Council always
has the ability to agendize items; noted the discussion centers around the selection
process; expressed support for Council not dictating the goal; stated it is important for
the community to goal-set and allow for a transparent process with the most meetings
possible; many other jurisdictions have had informal meetings to receive input; the City
must use the resources it has and should expedite the process; there is an expectation
for the committee to make short term recommendations by October; inquired whether
there is a way for Council to receive reports back on the progress in order to create a
formal process subject to the Brown Act if needed.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Brown Act is an important principle; expressed support
for respecting the process of hearing from the community and letting the community
lead; stated there may be a hybrid approach which allows groups to initially meet, get to
know each other and allow for a transition into a Brown Act body.
Councilmember Oddie stated that he is not under the impression that the process will
be secret and conducted behind closed doors; there will be public vetting of the process
prior to coming before Council; Councilmembers have the benefit of being able to
deliberate for hours with many years of experience; Council is asking community
members with little committee experience to be involved in the process; many people
who have not spoken previously may be overwhelmed; Council should receive the best
input possible.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated time is about to expire.
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CityCouncil,2020-07-21,35,"Councilmember Daysog expressed support for a process which actively notices and
engages the public.
Vice Mayor Knox White stated direction and non-action is being asked of Council; that
he does not support the current direction.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like to see what the proposed process
yields.
Councilmember Oddie expressed support for the proposed process.
(20-544) Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether the next item would be continued.
The City Manager responded Council should decide an alternate date to continue the
item; the meeting Saturday is set to be seven hours long; expressed concern for adding
more time to the discussion.
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(20-545) Councilmember Vella moved approval of continuing the meeting until 12:40
a.m.
Vice Mayor Knox White 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.
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Following a brief discussion about timing, Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of
continuing the special 7:02 p.m. meeting to Tuesday, July 28th at 5:00 p.m.
Councilmember Daysog seconded 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.
***
ADJOURNMENT
(20-546) There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting
at 12:38 a.m. in memory of Congressman John Lewis.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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