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CityCouncil | 2005-12-20 | 3 | Mayor Johnson requested that the update be provided in January. Councilmember deHaan stated that a trend could be developing which could have a major impact on the overall budget and general funds ; inquired whether adjustments could be made to put the money into the right quarter. The Finance Director responded in the negative. Councilmember deHaan inquired what was the forecast. The Finance Director responded that the forecast looks on target but would need to be reviewed after the next quarterly report. Councilmember Daysog requested background data on comparing second quarter 1999 to second 2004. The Finance Director stated data is available. Mayor Johnson requested an analysis be provided every six months ; stated that businesses have suffered during the construction process; the goal of economic development is to generate more revenue; the Bay Area experienced a 2.3% growth and there was a 4.5% growth Statewide; Alameda is not keeping up; redevelopment projects should help increase revenue in Alameda. Councilmember Daysog stated that he would not be surprised that construction along Webster Street and Park Street influenced the downturn. Councilmember deHaan requested that the analysis be provided every quarter with an eye on the forecast; stated that he could not pinpoint any particular reason for the decline; a decline appeared in areas that were not under construction. Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendation. Vice Mayor Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (*05-580) - Recommendation to appropriate in the General Fund the 2005-2006 Citizen's Option for Public Safety Program (COPS AB 3229) Grant Funding to supplement frontline police services. Accepted. (*05-581) Recommendation to award Contract in the amount of $386,969.05 to Libramation, Inc. for a Materials Security Inventory System including five years of maintenance for the Alameda Free Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 3 December 20, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-12-20.pdf |