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CityCouncil | 2005-12-20 | 8 | Asuchio, El Salvador Civic Leaders. Stewart Chen, Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB) , stated that the Sister City workgroup was established a year ago to explore and expand Alameda's involvement in a global friendship movement; the community and St. Philip Neri's parish are interested in establishing a relationship with Asuchio, El Salvador stated that an invitation to visit is the first step in formalizing a friendship. Rob Bonta, SSHRB, stated the key to a successful relationship is having existing energy and support within the community; the goal is to establish a non-profit organization that is run by community members. Mayor Johnson thanked Mr. Chen and Mr. Bonta for their hard work. Councilmember Matarrese thanked Mr. Chen and Mr. Bonta for bringing the matter forward; stated traveling to Asuchio was rewarding to him; members in the audience have made trips to El Salvador ; there is a good nucleus in gaining something for Alameda as well as Asuchio. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendation. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion with the caveat that he likes the idea of the City of Alameda having relations with a more needy city. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ( 05-588 - ) Consideration of a proposal for the City of Alameda, as a participant in the Alameda County Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, to partially fund a survey to be used in analyzing the feasibility of increasing the County Service Area fee for lead abatement education and services. Mayor Johnson stated that representatives from the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) were present to answer any questions. Councilmember Matarrese requested a better explanation regarding whether there was any legal problem in agreeing to ask only questions that directly relate to determining the viability of an increase in the fee to fund the Lead Program; stated the thrust of the last Council discussion was to only pay if the survey was restricted to lead-related questions. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 December 20, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-12-20.pdf |