pages: CityCouncil/2007-06-05.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2007-06-05 | 11 | Councilmember deHaan stated it would be worthwhile to see what efforts are being made to bring new residents on board, such as offering EcoPass; the Joint Council Task Force might be a starting point for dialogue with the Oakland Council; inquired what position Alameda would be in if the Port of Oakland did not want to pay. The City Attorney responded the agreement would expire if not renewed or amended. Councilmember deHaan stated that Alameda could be out $79,000. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Alameda/Oakland Ferry would be restricted from docking at Jack London Square. The Ferry Manager responded the Port of Oakland could restrict Alameda from coming into Oakland or could require a landing fee. Councilmember Matarrese stated that the City cannot let the matter lapse; the ferry service takes 400,000 people off the freeway; the fare increase should be approved; staff should request that the Port of Oakland restore the cut because the airport revenue loss is a not a legitimate reason; staff should also request the Port of Oakland to produce a campaign to get ridership from the new Oakland development. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendations and adoption of the resolution with direction to have staff negotiate with the Port of Oakland and the City of Oakland to request a restoration of cuts made and to provide a marketing plan for new Oakland residents south of Highway 880. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the Harbor Bay one-year extension would be included, to which Councilmember Matarrese responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the $79,159 additional year cost would be pending negotiations with Oakland, to which Councilmember Matarrese responded in the negative. Mayor Johnson stated the amount would be accepted now; staff would continue to negotiate. Councilmember deHaan requested that the matter be addressed when the Alameda/Oakland City Council subcommittee meets. Councilmember deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 June 5, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-06-05.pdf |