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CityCouncil | 2010-02-16 | 8 | Mayor Johnson inquired whether the process includes bringing the Task Force's list back to the Council for review. Councilmember Tam stated said process is not included in the motion because an Assistant City Manager with 28 years experience is part of the Task Force and is well versed. Mayor Johnson stated that the Task Force should not waste time on 35 items if the Council disagrees with any of the issues. Councilmember Gilmore stated prioritization takes care of the issue; if the Task Force brings back 40 items, Council could decide to only look at 20 [items]. Mayor Johnson stated Council could decide something is really important and decide to look at 20, but the one [Council wants] might be 21 on the list; Council needs to help the Task Force with the priorities. Councilmember Gilmore stated Council would do so when the list comes back. Mayor Johnson stated that she want to ensure that the list comes back. Councilmember Tam stated the key is to make sure the Task Force brings recommendations back to the Council; whether it becomes an iterative process or whether in between Council wants to chime in, the Task Force members are Council appointees and can call and consult with Councilmembers anytime. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether Councilmember Tam is saying that Council can give opinions anytime during the process. Councilmember Tam responded Councilmembers have never been shy about giving opinions. Mayor Johnson stated bringing the list back would not hold up progress at all. Councilmember Tam concurred; stated the Task Force may come up with a recommendation of 40 items; then, Council could decide that the Task Force needs to go back to the drawing board and hold a fifth meeting. Mayor Johnson stated that she would rather have the Task Force come back sooner. Councilmember Tam inquired whether Mayor Johnson is suggesting reporting back to Council after the first meeting. Mayor Johnson responded in the negative; stated maybe the Task Force could bring a tentative list back to the Council after the second meeting, then the Task Force can go work on it [the list]. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 February 16, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-02-16.pdf |