pages: CityCouncil/2007-12-18.pdf, 5
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CityCouncil | 2007-12-18 | 5 | granted for up to a one-year period and that an exemption extension may be granted if undue hardship continues to exist; said language is open for interpretation in that an exemption may be granted for up to a one-year period from the date the ordinance becomes effective or when a vendor comes into Alameda next August and requests a year. The Public Works Director responded exemptions would be on a case- by-case basis. Councilmember Matarrese proposed that exemptions be granted for existing businesses from a one-year period from the effectiveness of the ordinance; otherwise, someone could get an unfair advantage in perpetuity; the extension should have a cap. Mayor Johnson stated that she has a hard time imagining the need for a one-time exemption; Councilmember Quan's office received concerns regarding restaurants selling hot soup; she does not see why a business could not comply within three or six months of implementation; a year is too long. The Public Works Director stated the exemption would be for an undue hardship. Mayor Johnson stated that she cannot imagine what an undue hardship would be when all businesses are very similar. The Public Works Director stated there may be a business that needs a unique packaging; containers may not be available to meet the need; everyone would need to met the ordinance by July 1, unless there is an undue hardship. Mayor Johnson stated that she does not think some businesses should have to comply while others do not. Councilmember Matarrese suggested putting a one-year timeframe from the date of implementation; stated new businesses would not get an exemption. Councilmember deHaan stated that he thinks that one year would be more than adequate. McDonalds still serves coffee in styrofoam cups that have a "Recycle #6" logo; inquired whether said cups can be recycled. The Public Works Director responded the cups could not be recycled if soiled; stated some cities are trying to recycle polystyrene; the cost is over $3,000 per ton; glass is less than $100 per ton; Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 December 18, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-12-18.pdf |