pages: CityCouncil/2008-05-06.pdf, 8
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CityCouncil | 2008-05-06 | 8 | Councilmember Gilmore stated the subcommittee identified Charter sections that Council wanted to review; other sections of the Charter need to be reviewed for consistency. Mayor Johnson stated that starting public discussion does not hurt; she does not agree with all recommendations, such as Board and Commission issues. Vice Mayor Tam stated that there is a desire to expand the scope of the initial workshop beyond the eight identified issues; the City Attorney's office has other priorities requested input on the City Attorney office's ability to support and provide framing of the 2009 issues. The Senior Assistant City Attorney stated every effort would be made; the timeline is tight for a final vote by July 15. Councilmember deHaan stated that he does not believe some of the issues are difficult. Vice Mayor Tam stated that consideration needs to be given to framing the practicalities of the Mayor's and Councilmembers' compensation. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he would like to have the November ballot include the proposed revision requiring the appointment of department heads to be on the advice and consent of Council; he will not support the compensation issue. Councilmember deHaan stated that he was trying to clean up language and past confusion regarding Section 2-11; he would like to have the same language extended to Commissions or to take the section away. Mayor Johnson stated that removing the section might be the solution; State law governs conflict of interest. Councilmember Matarrese stated the matter is a clean up issue. Mayor Johnson concurred. Councilmember deHaan stated Section 12-4 (d) reads the Public Utilities Board (PUB) shall "prepare and adopt an annual budget; suggested that the Section be changed to state that the annual budget would be recommended to Council. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the change would be consistent with Regular Meeting 8 Alameda City Council May 6, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-05-06.pdf |