pages: CityCouncil/2010-05-04.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2010-05-04 | 10 | The Deputy City Manager - Administrative Services stated the letter could serve many masters. Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Johnson inquired whether the letter should be included in the motion. Councilmember Tam responded the Deputy City Manager - Administrative Services is very capable of correlating legislation; stated Senator Feinstein has been very engaged and active in the cargo acquisition issue and federal funding in the past; that she would defer to Senator Feinstein on the matter. The Deputy City Manager - Administrative Services stated Senator Feinstein was able to get a lot of money for the Milpitas/San Jose salt flats. Mayor Johnson requested that the Deputy City Manager - Administrative Services draft a letter. Councilmember Gilmore stated review of other federal funds for the Base needs to come back. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (10-206) Housing Authority Reorganization The Housing Authority Executive Director gave a Power Point presentation. Mayor Johnson stated that she prefers the current structure of the Council sitting as the Housing Authority Board; Alameda has a good Housing Authority because of the close relationship between the City and the Housing Authority. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the only new thing is moving some work from the redevelopment side; that he is not sure about streamlining. The Housing Authority Executive Director stated a division manager retired last year and the position has not been filled; duties and responsibilities have been shifted to administration and operations. Vice Mayor deHaan stated that he wants to see consolidating and streamlining; he needs to see more. The Interim City Manager stated the reorganization is the beginning of centralization; staff has a clear understanding of streamlining; unit consolidation would result through Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 May 4, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-05-04.pdf |