pages: CityCouncil/2009-02-17.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2009-02-17 | 7 | The Interim Golf Manager gave a brief presentation. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the Mif Albright Course closed because the Course lacked $20,000 [in revenue] per year to sustain operation, to which the Interim Golf Manager responded the Course lacked closer to $50,000. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired why reopening the Course is not one of the alternatives. The Interim Golf Manager responded direction was to close the Course. Mayor Johnson stated Council direction was to look at other recreation uses while the Course is closed. Speakers : James D. Leach, Alameda; Jane Sullwold, Alameda Golf Commission. Norma Arnerich, Alameda; Mel Grant, North Loop Business Group spoke on behalf of Eva Hom, North Loop Business Group Michael Robles Wong, Community of Harbor Bay isle; Nick Villa, Islandia Homeowners Association; Elizabeth dos Remedios, Islandia Homeowners Association; and Leslie Robey, Islandia Homeowners Association. Additional speakers Randy Rentschler, Alameda Soccer Club; Nick Villa, Islandia Homeowners Association. Following Mr. Leach's comments, Mayor Johnson inquired whether the fence cost $40,000, to which the Interim Golf Manager responded the cost was $18,000. Mayor Johnson requested the Interim Golf Manager to provide information on the Mif Albright Course making money. The Interim Golf Manager stated a concerted effort was made to reduce rates and have special promotions to generate more revenue; rounds increased but revenue dropped because fees were cut the discrepancy between the cost of running the Course and revenue is approximately $50,000. Vice Mayor deHaan stated water was and still is a concern. Councilmember Matarrese stated open space would require some water. Following Ms. Sullwold's comments, Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the Golf Commission made a recommendation. Ms. Sullwold responded that the Golf Commission was not aware of the staff recommendation. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 February 17, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-02-17.pdf |