pages: CityCouncil/2008-02-05.pdf, 4
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CityCouncil | 2008-02-05 | 4 | Councilmember deHaan stated that currently, the City is setting priorities; inquired how said priorities would be integrated. The City Manager responded a work plan is already in progress for green building; stated other items would need to be reviewed individually. Mr. Schiffman stated the Task Force does not expect that the City and citizens can do everything on the list; the recommendations are more of a mission than an engineering plan; the top five initiatives are the most critical and highest priority. Vice Mayor Tam commended and congratulated the Task Force; stated Alameda is taking a strong leadership role with greenhouse gas emissions; obtaining a 100% carbon-free mix is already built into the system; the "Zero Waste Strategy" is listed as the top tier priority versus vehicle use reductions; inquired whether the issue is a matter of control or actual tonnage. The Supervising Planner responded modeling was performed; the "Zero Waste Strategy" is number one because it reduces methane in the landfills. Vice Mayor Tam stated that one of the recommendations is to work with the School District to implement a recycling program; the School District contracts with Waste Management and does not have a recycling component; inquired whether said recommendation could be pursued independently through Alameda County Industries (ACI) . The Supervising Planner responded there are Contract and potential union issues; stated the issue could be approached through community outreach. Mayor Johnson stated that students know how to recycle and get upset when everything goes in the garbage at the schools. Mr. Schiffman stated the School District has a cheaper contract by hauling everything off in one unit. Vice Mayor Tam stated that she is comfortable with the report. Vice Mayor Tam moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Matarrese thanked each member of the Task Force; stated that the job of the Task Force is not over; Regular Meeting Alameda City Council Meeting 4 February 5, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-02-05.pdf |