pages: CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf, 14
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CityCouncil | 2005-09-06 | 14 | ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (05-433) Former Councilmemer Lil Arnerich, Alameda, discussed disaster preparedness; stated that the Council should take charge in working with the Police, Fire, Public Works Departments, and schools to ensure that there is a detailed plan to provide emergency services and information to the community in case of a disaster submitted a list of the Alameda County Fair's response team. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the tabletop exercise was performed once a year. Mr. Arnerich responded in the affirmative; stated that the exercise is different from the City's exercise; noted the responsible parties should be identified before a disaster occurs; the table top exercise has been conducted every year for six years and works very well. (05-434) Bill Smith, Alameda discussed work/live studios, 500 Central Avenue, and fast boats. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (05-435) - Consideration of Mayor's nominations for appointment to the Civil Service Board, Economic Development Commission, Historical Advisory Board, Housing and Building Code Hearing and Appeals Board, Public Art Commission and Recreation and Parks Commission. Mayor Johnson nominated Karen Lee and K.C. Rosenberg for reappointment to the Public Art Commission, and Terri Bertero Ogden for appointment to the Recreation and Parks Commission. (05-436) The Fire Chief provided information on Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief and the City's Emergency Operation Plan and upcoming exercises. Mayor Johnson stated that a lot of communication has been received regarding Hurricane Katrina and the City's disaster preparednessi noted that the Fire Chief would provide information on how the community could help the hurricane victims. The Fire Chief stated that Hurricane Katrina is a challenging and unique type of disaster; continual flooding waters have delayed infrastructure repair; financial contributions are needed; provided contact information for the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army and the United Way, Bay Area; stated that the City's Emergency Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 September 6, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf |