pages: CityCouncil/2006-07-18.pdf, 8
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CityCouncil | 2006-07-18 | 8 | longer guarantee period is highly unlikely; provisions need to be made. Councilmember deHaan stated the likelihood of an agreement falling apart would indicate a total disaster with the ferry service; the WTA is an authority that should have some long standing. Councilmember Matarrese stated his biggest fear is that a 75,000 person city would take second place to larger surrounding cities ; Alameda has the most need for a ferry system; he is concerned that Alameda might get a trip reduction after seventeen years in favor of adding an additional trip for another city; Alameda does not have a chance of getting another bridge or tube; everything needs to be done to ensure that Alameda's needs are on top of the pile. Councilmember deHaan stated he feels that the City could keep running the ferry services for the next five to ten years; the question is how long the storm can be weathered and whether there is a commitment from the State; the City could be stranded; inquired whether any future legislation would strengthen the WTA's position. Mr. Castleberry responded he believes so; a significant amount of funds are set aside for transit services in the November ballot infrastructure bond that can provide emergency response during recovery of a disaster; stated the details of the bond still need to be worked out; the WTA believes the bond will be an investment in the ferry service. Councilmember deHaan inquired what was the WTA's annual budget. Mr. Castleberry responded the WTA currently receives $3 million per year for ongoing operations; another $3 million per year will be available through Regional Measure 2 funds once operations begin for South San Francisco; another $3 million per year will be received when the Berkeley operation starts. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether there are funds for Alameda. Mr. Castleberry responded there is approximately $6 million per year in Regional Measure 2 funds for expanded service in Alameda. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the WTA is planning on taking over other services, and whether the WTA is in negotiations with other local authorities. Mr. Castleberry responded the WTA is in discussions with the City of Vallejo; the City of Tiburon has approached the WTA for help Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 July 18, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-07-18.pdf |