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CityCouncil | 2006-11-21 | 3 | Corps of Engineers does not have funds for the repair nor the authority to do seismic retrofitting; 1990 and 1996 legislation changed the Corp's emphasis; along with the last administration; the Army Corps of Engineers is being encouraged to get rid of any property that is not used; stated the scouring occurs naturally; dredging is not necessary because the depth stays the same. The Project Manager stated that the Army Corps of Engineers still has the responsibility for the Tidal Canal because the Canal is part of the Oakland Harbor project; the Port of Oakland is the sponsor for the Oakland Harbor project and would need to request the Army Corps of Engineer to perform the maintenance. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether dredging has been done in the last twenty years. The Project Manager responded that he does not think soi stated spot dredging was performed over twenty years ago. Councilmember deHaan stated that he recalled some dredging in support of some operations above High Street. The Housing Authority Executive Director stated a homeowner near the High Street Bridge had some dredging done because of storm water discharge into the Estuary. Councilmember deHaan inquired who paid for the dredging, to which the Housing Authority Executive Director responded the homeowner. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the Army Corps of Engineers experienced a similar situation where a bridge was at risk of being demolished because of lack of legislation; further inquired how long it takes to implement the legislation. The District Counsel responded the Sacramento District had a big push to transfer a bridge that was connected to West Sacramento; stated special legislation was needed for the non-federal sponsor to take over the bridge the legislation took over a year; she would ask the Coast Guard if statutory authority was invoked to order bridge owners to remove bridges. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Army Corps of Engineers would be responsible for abandoned boats and debris. The District Counsel responded the Army Corps of Engineers would be responsible if there is an obstruction or potential obstruction to navigation; the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) has authority to remove abandoned vessels; the BCDC has less Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 3 November 21, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-11-21.pdf |