pages: CityCouncil/2009-10-20.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2009-10-20 | 11 | Councilmember Gilmore inquired what are the available election dates. The City Clerk responded the matter would be on the next agenda i the upcoming election dates are February, April, June and November 2010. Councilmember Gilmore stated educating the public in advance is vitali that she is concerned about the potential for voter confusion; that she is not sure how advanced information would be provided to the public if the City and SunCal reach an agreement over what is being discussed in negotiations that she would like to have a holistic presentation to the community. Mayor Johnson inquired whether Councilmember Gilmore is stating that Council should set a time limit for negotiations. Councilmember Gilmore responded perhaps a tentative date could be set for January and then check back. Mayor Johnson stated a meeting could be set in January and adjustments could be made if something changes. Vice Mayor deHaan stated that staff has already completed a detailed, two-part analysis of the initiative; a presentation and review is lacking. Mayor Johnson stated the Interim City Manager could provide a status of discussions if something happens. Councilmember Gilmore stated questions from the public have more to do with on-going negotiations and how the negotiations tie into the initiative. Mayor Johnson stated perhaps SunCal would agree to allow public discussions. Councilmember Tam stated the City received two letters today from SunCal as well as earlier correspondence indicating SunCal's willingness to be open and transparent about negotiation points; a lot of the negotiation points arise from fiscal issues as well as traffic mitigation; Councilmember Gilmore is suggesting to combine the two to ensure that the public understands the full context of the negotiations. Councilmember Gilmore stated the City Clerk stated the ballot date would be set at the next City Council meeting; perhaps the ballot date should be set and work backwards from there. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 October 20, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-10-20.pdf |