pages: CityCouncil/2009-05-19.pdf, 16
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CityCouncil | 2009-05-19 | 16 | The Ferry Services Manager responded from the Port of Oakland's General Fund. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether the Port of Oakland is entitled to Measure B revenue. The Ferry Services Manager responded Measure B revenue is strictly for Alameda's Ferry Services. Mayor Johnson stated WETA has access to a lot of funding not available to the City. The Public Works Director stated that the City Attorney is saying that Council could extend the Port of Oakland and Blue & Gold Agreements on a month-to-montl basis. The City Attorney stated Council could authorize the Interim City Manager to negotiate a fourth amendment with the understanding that the new paragraph proposed would not be included. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired what is WETA'S position on taking over the Ferry Service. The Ferry Services Manager responded the tentative transfer date is January 1, 2010; stated WETA has discussed using Measure 1B Preparation Funds for the Port of Oakland barge; WETA would need to negotiate with the Port of Oakland. Mayor Johnson stated that maintaining Oakland's ferry service is important because of the Oak Street to Ninth Street development. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendation to apply for Regional Measure 1 Funds. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of a month-to-month extension to the existing terms for the Blue & Gold and Port of Oakland Agreements. Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the amendment to the Harbor Bay Ferry Service Agreement. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 16 May 19, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-05-19.pdf |