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CityCouncil | 2008-11-06 | 12 | The Human Resources Director stated the second reading of the Golden Handshake proposal would be presented in two weeks and would open the window that allows employees the opportunity to take advantage of the Golden Handshake. . The City Manager stated the two week period needs to be extended to the December 2, 2008 City Council Meeting because of tonight's adjourned meeting. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether Kemper Sport's would not be operating the Mif Albright Course, to which the Recreation and Park Director responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Gilmore stated the land (Golf Course) is all zoned for open space and recreation; there is a dire need for active sport fields; requested that staff provide Council with other possible recreational uses for the Mif Albright Course. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Kemper Sports would be looking at the Mif Albright Course as a viable operation, to which the Interim Golf Manager responded in the negative. Mayor Johnson stated having a nine hole course is a good, long-term idea and should be considered. The Interim Golf Manager stated that he would look into the matter. Mayor Johnson stated Poppy Ridge Golf Course has three nine hole courses which creates two eighteen hole courses. Councilmember Matarrese thanked ACEA for crafting a proposal that is beneficial to the City; stated there is no profit component, nor is there a component to address deferred maintenance and capital needs for the Golf Course; that he was heartened to hear that the Fiscal Sustainability Committee was reviewing the matter; that he is still not convinced that the City cannot run the Golf Course operation; that he looks forward to the Fiscal Sustainability Committee's recommendations. Mayor Johnson stated that the Interim Golf Manager has done a great job; Council appreciates the dedication in helping to formulate a long-term, sustainable plan to keep golf in Alameda. (08-471) Recommendation to receive a Report on proposed PERS Golden Adjourned Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 November 6, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-11-06.pdf |