pages: CityCouncil/2006-04-18.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2006-04-18 | 7 | the internal policies; the matter will be brought back to Council. Councilmember Daysog requested information on the process of bidding out goods and services stated it is important to know that there is a competitive process and that the City receives goods and services at the lowest price and best quality. Mayor Johnson requested that the bid process be brought back to Council as a separate agenda item. Councilmember deHaan requested information on how much revenues have increased. Mayor Johnson requested that the matter be brought back to Council with incorporating the internal purchasing policy into the resolution; stated that the Finance Director has been instrumental in the improvements made. David Kirwin, Alameda, stated the Council should lead the unification of Alameda; he would prefer to have major redevelopment projects placed on a ballot. Robb Ratto, PSBA, stated that PSBA is in favor of the proposed resolution; the staff report referenced a partnership between the City and the Chamber of Commerce; PSBA, the West Alameda Business Association (WABA) and Greater Alameda Business Association (GABA) should also be involved in the partnership; requested a meeting with the Finance Director to discuss improvements that have been made; suggested the City consolidate paper purchasing. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA ( 06-209 - ) David Kirwin, Alameda, inquired when the Civic Center scale model would be prepared; stated that currently the project costs are approximately $30 million without financing costs. Councilmember Matarrese stated the theater cost is not $30 million; requested clarification on the costs. The City Manager stated that the theater, parking structure, and Cineplex costs are approximately $28 million; the historic theater is the largest component because of restoration costs. Councilmember deHaan stated that the historic theater cost is approximately $13 million; the parking structure cost is approximately $9 to $10 million. The City Manager stated that a model should be completed by June Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 April 18, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-04-18.pdf |