pages: CityCouncil/2007-11-06.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2007-11-06 | 5 | Councilmember Gilmore suggested broadening the enabling language so that there would be an opportunity to use the funds for other things. The Development Services Director stated that the business community was told that they would have some input as to how the incremental funds would be spent. Councilmember Gilmore stated that the language should be broadened to allow input from the business community; the matter would not have to be revisited again if there is a consensus to install more bike racks or shelters on Park Street. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the money could be used for something else. The City Attorney responded in the affirmative; stated an ordinance covers the parking meter fund uses and has almost every imaginable use related to parking; Council has the legal ability to amend the ordinance. Councilmember Matarrese inquired why the ordinance is coming to Council now and then going back to the Transportation Commission and Economic Development Commission. The Development Services Director responded the entire parking study would go back to the Transportation Commission; stated the item was extracted out because it can be done without the analysis of other parking district issues which analyze capacity, etc. Councilmember Matarrese inquired why the issue is coming to Council now if the study has not been finalized. The Development Services Director responded the parking study is falling behind; stated adjusting all of the meter heads will take many weeks; the meters need to be ready when the garage opens. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the Transportation Commission or Economic Development Commission have a recommendation at this time. The Development Services Director responded in the negative; stated that she is not sure whether the Transportation Commission has jurisdiction over setting rates. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the increase would provide enough incentive to impact repeat offenders. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 November 6, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-11-06.pdf |