pages: CityCouncil/2007-01-02.pdf, 16
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CityCouncil | 2007-01-02 | 16 | Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether spending the money on staff is not restricted by law or by Council vote. Mayor Johnson stated information on the question would be provided to Council; she has no problem on where the money comes from; the One-Stop Permit Center has support because the permit process is difficult for the public; the One-Stop Permit Center would be a benefit to homeowners and small property she feels that the Carnegie Building should be a public building; other potential uses should be considered; the Museum has noted an interest but does not have the money City uses should also be considered; it is a shame to have the building empty after the City spent $4 million in improvements several years ago; inquired whether the matter was urgent. The City Manager responded the timeframe would be to complete the analysis; Council could appropriate less money to get through the study. Councilmember deHaan stated opportunities were discussed regarding the relocation of City Hall West and efforts to centralize operations a couple of years ago; it is well know that One-Stop Permit Centers work in municipalities; location is concerning; it would be worthwhile to put some money to look at the feasibility of using the Carnegie Building for some other purpose, if not the One- Stop Permit Center; two tasks can be accomplished by seeing what the facility can handle and seeing if the One-Stop Permit Center should be at the Carnegie Building; the ultimate goal should be to centralize operations and look at the opportunity to downsize City Hall West. Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing. Proponents (In favor of feasibility study) : Christopher Buckley, Alameda Architectural Preservation Society (AAPS ) ; Jon Spangler, Alameda; Ross Dileo; Alameda. Opponents (Not in favor of feasibility study) : None. There being no further speakers, Mayor Johnson closed the public portion of the hearing. Mayor Johnson stated the public has been excluded from the building for eight years; many people have not been in the building; the One-Stop Permit Center would bring a lot of people into the building; the former Central Avenue Post Office building is now a medical building; the building sat vacant for approximately ten Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 16 January 2, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-01-02.pdf |