pages: CityCouncil/2009-06-02.pdf, 13
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CityCouncil | 2009-06-02 | 13 | The Public Works Director reviewed the map at the request of the Mayor. Mayor Johnson inquired whether homeowners are aware that they are within the floodplain area and are eligible to buy insurance through the federal government. The Public Works Director responded the issue is disclosed when purchasing a home; homeowners cannot close without evidence of insurance. Councilmember Tam inquired whether the City has flood insurance since the City owns most of the Golf Course, to which the Public Works Director responded the City is self insured. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether Alameda Point was reviewed. The Public Works Director responded Alameda Point is not mapped stated federal properties are not mapped by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ; the City is required to do a Letter of Map Amendment before development. Vice Mayor deHaan stated various studies have been performed on the Fleet Industrial Supply Center (FISC) and Alameda Point property; inquired why studies were not included. The Public Works Director responded map amendments are typically paid for by the developer. Vice Mayor deHaan stated extensive studies have been performed and there are concerning factors with developing Alameda Point ; the FISC property would have the same impact. The Public Works Director reviewed the FISC map. Vice Mayor deHaan stated that he was not aware that the FISC property is in a flood zone. The Assistant City Manager stated the property would need to be mitigated out of the flood zone as part of the development. The Public Works Director stated the identified areas have been in the floodplain for years. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether plans include remediation of the FISC floodplain area. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 June 2, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-06-02.pdf |