pages: CityCouncil/2006-10-03.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2006-10-03 | 7 | Counc: lmember deHaan inquired whether the City could pursue another grant. The Recreation and Park Director responded the City applied for the second round of funding; stated the State reduced the total amount available in the program to $1 million Statewide. Councilmember deHaan inquired where the Estuary Park funding would come from. The Recreation and Park Director responded the City is always looking for funding opportunities; stated State sources are unlikely; a definite plan is not in place. Mayor Johnson stated the Council set aside $1 million in a general open space fund; Council always has the ability match money for a grant application. Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing. Debra Arbuckle, Alameda, stated she wants to ensure public involvement in the process; the public is willing to write grants. Mayor Johnson suggested a stated a Task Force be established to formalize community involvement. Councilmember Daysog stated that he liked the idea of a Task Force. Mayor Johnson stated Estuary Park and the Beltline are not competing; Council would find money to match a grant application. Vice Mayor Gilmore stated the Task Force idea is good and would help staff identify community resources, particularly grant writers. *** Vice Mayor Gilmore left at 8:58 p.m. returned at 9:00 p.m. *** Ms. Arbuckle stated the Skate Park is a good example of community involvement. Bill Smith, Alameda, discussed site clean up and open space uses. There being no further speakers, Mayor Johnson closed the public portion of the hearing. Councilmember Matarrese stated the property should have an open Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 October 3, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-10-03.pdf |