pages: CityCouncil/2008-11-06.pdf, 3
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CityCouncil | 2008-11-06 | 3 | soft-story ordinance. The Building Official responded the proposed soft-story ordinance is being modeled after the City of Berkeley i stated Fremont adopted an ordinance requiring mandatory retrofitting after two years [of being identified]. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether State or federal funding is available, to which the Building Official responded that he is not aware of any. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the proposed soft-story ordinance could be brought to Council by March, to which the Building Official responded definitely. Councilmember Matarrese requested that staff provide information and pictures on areas that have incurred damage when the soft-story ordinance is presented. Mayor Johnson stated the building on Central Avenue near Encinal High School seems to be rotting away; permits were pulled to do work, but nothing seems to be happening. The Building Official stated the process has been very slow; the building could be a candidate for enforcement. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the building is protected. The Building Official responded the building is secured; stated the building will need to be tarped this winter; the building has changed ownership three times. Mayor Johnson requested that the proposed soft story ordinance and schedule for implementation come back for Council discussion and that data be provided on areas that have incurred [structural] damage. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (08 - 469) Adoption of Resolution Appointing Douglas Biggs as a Member of the Social Services Human Relations Board. Continued. (08-470) Recommendation to select an Interim Operator to provide management, operations and maintenance for the Chuck Corica Golf Complex. The Interim Golf Manager gave a brief presentation. Adjourned Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 3 November 6, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-11-06.pdf |