pages: CityCouncil/2006-07-18.pdf, 12
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CityCouncil | 2006-07-18 | 12 | Vice Mayor Gilmore stated the City needs to get some tangible benefit for transferring the ferry service. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he does not want to waste staff's or WTA's time if there are no good, solid reasons for the transfer. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of bringing the matter back to Council with consolidated information. Councilmember deHaan stated the matter does not need to be fast tracked; Council needs to better understand what the parties bring to the table; more information needs to be gathered he would like to have staunch, feedback points brought back to Council to ensure that the WTA is right on track; the transfer could be the marriage of the century, or possibly not. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated that he previously abstained on the matter; he will vote no on the matter tonight the City should get back to the regular business of running and managing the ferry system. Councilmember deHaan stated an agreement does not need to be signed, and negotiations do not need to be initiated; Council is requesting that both sides get together to provide information on the future and commitments that can be made. Councilmember Daysog stated that he will still vote no on the matter; he may change his vote in the future. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: louncilmembers deHaan, Gilmore and Matarrese - 3. Noes: Councilmember Daysog - 1. Abstentions: Mayor Johnson - 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (06-375) Michael John Torrey, Alameda, requested status on the Parrot Park northern waterfront project; stated the children have nowhere to play. The Acting City Manager stated the Environmental Impact Report is being prepared for the northern waterfront. Mayor Johnson suggested the matter be referred to the Housing Authority. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 July 18, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-07-18.pdf |