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CityCouncil | 2010-05-18 | 7 | Transportation Commission. Councilmember Tam inquired how many members are on the Transportation Commission. The Supervising Civil Engineer responded currently, four members; stated two members will term out in June; only two members would remain after June 30th Councilmember Tam stated the matter should be vetted through the Transportation Commission. Mayor Johnson disagreed; stated the matter is urgent. Councilmember Tam stated that she understands that an endorsement letter should be sent; the letter [submitted by Mr. Knox White] requests a public hearing urging AC Transit to reconsider the matter; that she is suggesting the best process for Alameda is to have the matter vetted before the Transportation Commission; a fully seated Commission would be needed. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he concurs with Councilmember Tam regarding the need to fill Transportation Commission vacancies; AC Transit staff intends to make cuts in June; a staff level decision was made because of low mileage for the length of the line; he thinks the letter should be sent to the AC Transit Director as well as the Board Members. The Supervising Civil Engineer stated the Transportation Commission endorsed the letter. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the letter addresses the AC Transit process that allowed the situation to occur, to which Councilmember Tam responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Tam moved approval of sending the letter to AC Transit. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Vice Mayor deHaan stated staff should modify the letter for clarity. Mayor Johnson called a recess at 8:46 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 11:52 p.m. * (10-242) Councilmember Tam moved approval of continuing the meeting past 12:00 a.m. midnight. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 May 18, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-05-18.pdf |