pages: CityCouncil/2005-06-21.pdf, 9
This data as json
body | date | page | text | path |
---|---|---|---|---|
CityCouncil | 2005-06-21 | 9 | Mayor Johnson inquired where the fuel was bought, to which the Ferry Services Manager responded that the fuel for the Alameda/Oakland Ferry is purchased through Blue and Gold Fleet, bought in bulk volume, and stored at Pier 39; AHBFS has a contract with a fuel provider and is fueled at Pier 48. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the fuel rates were comparable, to which the Ferry Services Manager responded there is a difference between 18 and 20 cents per gallon. Mayor Johnson inquired whether HBM could fuel at Pier 39, to which the Ferry Services Manager responded that there have been discussions with Blue and Gold Fleet regarding fueling at Pier 39; insurance requirements make the possibility difficult and costs would offset any benefit; there have been discussions with the WTA regarding bulk purchases. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether gas could be purchased ahead of time and locked in at lower prices, to which the Ferry Services Manager responded that HBM does not purchase ahead of time but that Blue and Gold Fleet does. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether purchasing gas ahead of time would be a possibility for HBM, to which the Ferry Services Manager responded there is a question of fuel storage capability; relocating to Alameda Point is being reviewed. Michael Torrey, Alameda, encouraged the Council to accept the staff recommendation. Scott Hennigh, Alameda, urged acceptance of the staff recommendation; stated eliminating the 7:30 p.m. run is short sighted and will decrease ridership; suggested capital reserve funds be used to cover the cost of the 7:30 p.m. run and that the Council consider a temporary reallocation of the Measure B Funds toward advertising costs. Mayor Johnson inquired whether there was any way to avoid eliminating the 7:30 p.m. run. The Acting City Manager responded there would be approximately 11 to 15 riders lost with the elimination of the 7:30 p.m. run; increased ridership through marketing efforts should result in breaking even; reducing what is set aside for capital reserves Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 June 21, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-06-21.pdf |