pages: CityCouncil/2008-03-04.pdf, 9
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CityCouncil | 2008-03-04 | 9 | Mayor Johnson questioned whether the City should have an insurance policy if claims are not made; inquired what is the loss limit on the policy. The Senior Assistant City Attorney responded she does not know the limit; stated the deductible is $10,000. Mayor Johnson stated the City should use the policy or not have one; inquired when was the last time the City made a claim, to which the Senior Assistant City Attorney responded that she did not know. Councilmember Gilmore stated the subcommittee and City Attorney's office would discuss the matter with the Risk Manager and provide more information to Council. Vice Mayor Tam stated that the Charter stipulates that the City has performance bonds ; the recommendation is to have some type of insurance policy instead. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the bond is intended to cover theft, to which the Senior Assistant City Attorney responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Gilmore stated Councilmember Matarrese submitted a proposed revision to Article VII that would require the appointment of department heads to be on the advice and consent of Council the subcommittee noted that the proposal would need to be harmonized with Article VII, Section 3, which prohibits Council from interfering with the execution of the City Manager's powers or duties the proposal would substantially change the form of government. Councilmember Matarrese stated the proposed revision would provide for more accountability. Vice Mayor Tam stated that the Charter is based upon a strong City Manager form of government; the City of Oakland passed a strong Mayor initiative that allows the Mayor to be more deeply involved in the City's management and operations. Councilmember Matarrese stated that the matter needs extensive discussion. Mayor Johnson suggested looking at the City of Berkeley's form of government. Councilmember Gilmore stated that the matter should go straight to Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 March 4, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-03-04.pdf |