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CityCouncil | 2009-02-03 | 2 | the Consent Calendar for discussion. Councilmember Gilmore moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number. ] ( (*09-044) - Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on January 20, 2009. Approved. [Note: Mayor Johnson abstained from voting on the Minutes. . ] ( *09-045 ) Ratified bills in the amount of $4,595,610.60. (09-046) Recommendation to accept the Annual Progress Report on implementing the Local Action Plan for climate protection. The Supervising Planner gave a brief presentation. Speakers Susan Welch, Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA) i David Burton, CASA; Stefani Leto, CASA; David Teeters, CASA; Herb Behrstock, CASA. Following Mr. Burton's comments, Mayor Johnson inquired whether the process for setting new emission standards would be through Alameda Municipal Power (AMP). The AMP General Manager responded the green house reduction plan will happen later, not in February stated CASA would be more involved in AMP's energy efficiency program; everyone shares the common goal of being successful. Following Ms. Leto's comments, Mayor Johnson inquired how much space would be needed for the requested garden area. Ms. Leto responded a four foot by four foot square; stated the garden area could be on lawn or cement. Mayor Johnson stated a possible area could be the vacant lot across the street from City Hall; the front lawn of City Hall is used as a gathering place. Councilmember Tam stated that she has concerns regarding contamination on the vacant lot. Councilmember Matarrese stated staff should proceed with the garden Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 2 February 3, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-02-03.pdf |