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CityCouncil | 2010-05-04 | 9 | are the least characterized, most contaminated sites residing on federal land and are not encumbered by transfer and conveyance; other closed bases, such as Hamilton Air Force Base, are returning runways to wetlands; enough money has been allocated to clean up Sites 1 and 2; returning runways to wetlands would put a lot of people back to work, would put a buffer on the western edge of the former Base, and would clean up a hazardous waste site; a case needs to be made; two acres should have to be purchased for every acre that Redwood City fills, if building is done on salt flats; trade credits could be done. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether a comprehensive study has been done in terms of what type of federal funding is potentially available for Alameda Point for clean up, infrastructure, or historic preservation. The Deputy City Manager - Administrative Services responded Holland and Knight is the City's lobbying firm and is constantly reviewing the matter; stated that she is not sure whether a comprehensive study has been done. Councilmember Gilmore stated the issue should be placed on a future agenda; that she does not want Alameda to miss out on available federal funding; a list is needed in order to think creatively on how to use funds. Councilmember Tam stated opportunities needs to be identified and the City needs to work in concert with the Navy sooner rather than later. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the Alameda Point fish and wildlife refuge is contaminated, has a price tag of $1 million, and is not an active remediation site; the site has an immediate requirement to become wetlands. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution with direction to follow up with specifics regarding what can happen in Alameda after Thursday night's meeting with the EPA and bring the matter back to direct lobbyists what to lobby for to get whatever City is needed to get potential money; that he wants to see something meaningful; Sites 1 and 2 are a case of where big federal dollars could be spent. Mayor Johnson stated the intent of the legislation is to make money available and then jurisdictions can apply for the money for projects; that she suggests that the legislation should specifically list purchasing the cargo salt flats in Redwood City for restoration to wetlands. The Deputy City Manager - Administrative Services stated a letter could be sent to Representative Speier giving examples of worthy projects in Alameda and Redwood City. Mayor Johnson stated the issue is regional; filling the Bay should not be happening any more. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 May 4, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-05-04.pdf |