pages: CityCouncil/2009-09-15.pdf, 12
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CityCouncil | 2009-09-15 | 12 | The Economic Development Director stated approximately $230,000 for construction would come from the Community Development Block Grant program this fall. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether EBRPD would provide information about whether similar projects have been done in the past, to which Mr. Collins responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired the question about the life of the agreement and reverting back to the Boys & Girls Club after thirty years needed to be addressed on October 6. Councilmember Gilmore responded that she asked about public access being required for twenty-five years; stated that her question is whether programs with age restrictions are still constituted as public. Mayor Johnson stated that she would like more information on the operating budget perhaps the agreement could be structured to have a portion of the gym belong to the City; the Alameda Point gym is an asset that the City should keep. Councilmember Gilmore stated that she does not feel a process has been defined as to who could apply for funds; inquired whether non- profits were informed and whether the Recreation and Park Commission meetings were publicized; stated a process needs to be established; that she does not want to punish the Boys & Girls Club [ for requesting funds] The Recreation and Park Director responded staff keeps a list of projects; input is received from the community and sports leagues; the Recreation and Park Commission reviews and ranks the list which is then forwarded to Council for final approval; non-profits were not specifically recruited. Councilmember Matarrese stated the same process was followed for years under Measure AA. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired when was the last Measure AA draw, to which the Recreation and Park Director responded four to five years ago. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the Alameda Point gym is unique; having improvements paid by the developer would be nice. The Recreation and Park Director stated money generated from fees has been put into improvements. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 15, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-09-15.pdf |