pages: CityCouncil/2008-05-06.pdf, 3
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CityCouncil | 2008-05-06 | 3 | Counci lmember deHaan inquired whether it would be better to use money generated by the Alameda Point project for access curbs. The Development Services Director responded knowing when physical improvements will be made is difficult; stated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding is focused on architectural barrier removal to ensure that people have access to public streets CDBG funding is focused on low and moderate income areas. Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendation Councilmember Matarrese stated it is important to keep an account of infrastructure improvements being made to land that the City does not own. The Development Services Director stated the APC has a long-term, legally binding agreement. Councilmember Matarrese stated the City needs to ensure that the Navy understands what the City is putting into land that the City does not own. Sue Sigler, APC Executive Director, stated a number of people use wheelchairs for transportation and currently ride in the streets because sidewalks do not have curb cuts; the project is important to certain members of the community. Councilmember deHaan stated Council is questioning the funding sources, not the need; the Alameda Point project is concerning; the money [CDBG funds) could be used elsewhere if other funding were available. Vice Mayor Tam stated there is a clear need for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access, particularly in the APC area; inquired whether future generated lease revenues could repay the CDBG fund so that the money could be used for other services stated CDBG funding has been cut at the federal level; limited resources are stretched. The Development Services Director responded that she would review other opportunities. stated CDBG funding has a cap on support services; opportunities might be available to repay the amount and spend the money in other ways. Mayor Johnson stated the ADA is federal law; inquired whether the federal government should pay to make the property accessible; stated lease revenues need to pay for maintenance. Regular Meeting 3 Alameda City Council May 6, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-05-06.pdf |