pages: CityCouncil/2008-08-19.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2008-08-19 | 11 | Councilmember Gilmore stated Council has not reached that point yet; contracting out would insulate the City from the risk of losing the Golf Course. Councilmember Matarrese stated the proposed increases would be closer to the real cost of providing a round; many decisions would have to follow. Councilmember Matarrese reintroduced the motion to approve the increases presented by the Golf Commission and staff with direction to review the outcome at the second City Council Meeting in October. Mayor Johnson stated the proposed increases would not solve the Golf Course problems, but would slow the bleeding. Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Tam stated adoption of the proposed fees is a band aid that hopefully will stop some of the bleeding . Councilmember Gilmore stated saving golf for the City is important ; saving or padlocking the Golf Course are the two choices; that she supports the motion. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 4. Noes Councilmember deHaan - 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (08 - 358 ) Joe McNiff, Alameda Police Officers Association, stated the Association has been in negotiations since November 2007, which is the longest negotiation process the Association has participated in; outlined services provided. COUNCIL REFERRALS (08-359) Report on Fire and Police Department calls. The Police and Fire Chiefs provided a brief report. Councilmember Gilmore inquired what type of services are grouped into the Public Service Assistance category. The Fire Chief responded services include cutting a ring off, or a child getting caught in playground equipment. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 August 19, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-08-19.pdf |