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CityCouncil | 2010-04-06 | 4 | interconnected the two plans to prevent the same uses; the geographical cut out has been expanded. The Deputy City Manager - Development Services stated a similar [to the North of Lincoln Plan] in-house design workshop was held [for the Civic Center Plan]; stakeholders were invited; an open house outreach was held in May; focus groups were held in addition to the workshop. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the downtown visioning had many elements; staff is solidifying and updating thoughts that have already been in place; the process has been ongoing. (10-147) Park Master Plan/Urban Greening Plan The Interim City Manager and Recreation and Parks Director gave a Power Point presentation. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the [recent] tree survey includes parks. The Recreation and Park Director responded the survey includes street trees; stated a comprehensive inventory has been completed fro three parks. Mayor Johnson stated Council gave direction to expand the survey. The Interim City Manager stated staff went to public facilities and parks to evaluate a tree program and then other issues came up; park management and the Master Plan need to be reviewed, including trees. Mayor Johnson stated the health of the trees should be assessed. The Recreation and Park Director stated staff monitors the health of the trees. Mayor Johnson stated trees falling should be avoided; every tree needs to be assessed. The Recreation and Park Director continued the presentation. Vice Mayor deHaan stated money has been set aside for periodic maintenance; inquired how much has been set aside in the last ten years; stated getting to some of the hardcore items has been difficult. The Recreation and Park Director responded most of the money has been going toward routine maintenance; capital has been limited. The Interim City Manager stated an amount is not dedicated each year; a Master Plan for a city the size of Alameda would cost approximately $140,000 and include a needs assessment, a tree plan and facility evaluation; a comprehensive Master Plan is needed Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 April 6, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-04-06.pdf |