pages: CityCouncil/2005-05-03.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2005-05-03 | 7 | (05-212 - ) Rob Siltanen, Alameda, submitted a letter requesting that the Alameda Point vision include sensible traffic solutions, middle class housing, and a small town Alameda feel. (05-213) - Jon Spangler, Cross Alameda Trail Steering Committee, stated that Saturday, June 4, is National Trails Day there will be a trail walk between Main Street and Webster Street. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (05-214) Vice Mayor Gilmore stated that she and Councilmember deHaan attended the Association of Bay Area Government conference regarding casinos last week; there appears to be a one size fits all negotiation strategy there is no recognition of the obvious differences between urban and rural casinos; the Governor' S negotiator promised that the Governor would take a hard look at Indian tribes looking to have land restored; the negotiator was not aware of anything pertaining to the Koi proposal on Swan Way; stated tribal lobbying efforts have not made it all the way up the ladder. ( 05-215 ) Councilmember Matarrese stated that there is a special June election for a Measure A parcel tax; the tax would allow the School District to extend the current parcel tax; requested that Council give direction to place the matter on the next City Council meeting agenda; stated there is a gap in School District funding a County Financial Advisor would be required if the School District slips into financial disarray; the City does not need a County person advising how money is spent. (05-216) ouncilmember deHaan stated that he is concerned that the reservation shopping battle has just begun; some cities want to move forward with casinos because of economic woes. (05-217) Councilmember deHaan requested staff to review costs and funding sources to centralize City administration particularly the Public Works and Development Services Departments. Mayor Johnson stated that she would support the idea. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he assumed that the matter would be addressed with the budget and the ten-year outlook. (05-218 ) Mayor Johnson requested that the Recreation Commission matter [expansion of Commission size] be placed on the next City Council Meeting agenda. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 May 3, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-05-03.pdf |