pages: CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf, 16
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CityCouncil | 2005-09-06 | 16 | to address are : how people would be evacuated, whether helicopters would be available, and what would happen to the water supply; people need to know how to turn off gas lines; stated that cable communicatior would most likely be out during a disaster. Councilmember Matarrese requested a current copy of the City's Emergency Operation Plan and that the matter be placed on an agenda for discussion; stated that questions have been raised regarding the placement of people and the use of public facilities including the schools; that he would rather not wait until the exercise is performed in October; the matter needs to be addressed as soon as possible; recommendations could be made and policy direction could be given on what is in place now. The City Manager stated that the Council would be provided with a copy of the Emergency Operation Plan and that the matter could be placed on an agenda for future discussion; issues that need direction would be identified; sheltering questions could be answered through the City's relationships with other agencies; tonight's intention was to ensure that the audience knows where contributions can be made to the current disaster victims and that the City has a plan in case a disaster occurs. ouncilmember deHaan stated that everyone has a heavy heart right now; the gas surge was a best-case scenario; resources were available to handle the situation; the liquefaction was monumental (particularly at the Naval Air Station) during the earthquake tonight's discussion is timely; noted that he was sorry the discussion had to be within the current circumstances; stated that the comments are worthwhile and appreciated; the Council has responsibilities; stated that he takes the responsibility seriously; he is concerned with communication and support resources in the City; the Fire and Police Departments are on 24-hour shifts, but other departments are not; stated that he looks forward to further discussion. ( 05-437) - Councilmember Daysog requested: 1) an update on the status of the live/work issues, 2) a timetable outlining when the matter would be addressed, and 3) an update on the court issues. (05-438) - Councilmember Daysog requested a review of current and future developments occurring in the City of Oakland that could have impacts on the City of Alameda; stated that a recent cable television show mentioned a project that would be occurring at Jack London Square. (05-439) - Councilmember Daysog stated that there seem to have been a number of accidents at the intersection of Constitution Way and Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 16 September 6, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-09-06.pdf |