pages: CityCouncil/2010-07-06.pdf, 11
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CityCouncil | 2010-07-06 | 11 | Vice Mayor deHaan stated rates would be increased incrementally; requirements have changed; Alameda is in a better position than other cities. The Public Works Director stated Alameda is ahead of the curve; the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is aware that Alameda is taking the lawsuit seriously and is immediately making changes to ensure a funding source is established to take care of anticipated improvements. Councilmember Gilmore stated requirements coming down from the EPA are another unfunded mandate; the City has to come up with a revenue source; the requirement does not go away if funding is not found; the City would have capital costs plus EPA levied fines on top of everything. Councilmember Matarrese moved introduction of the ordinance. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Tam stated that Alameda is an island surrounded by the Bay; Bay water quality is very important; the EPA imposed standards are intended to protect the Bay water; the proposed sewer charge increase is the price to pay for high water quality. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (10-338) Don Shafer, Alameda, provided a handout and discussed parking his trailer at Independence Plaza. Mayor Johnson inquired whether Housing Authority rules apply to Mr. Shafer's parking problem. The Interim City Manager responded that she would contact Mr. Shafter. (10-339) Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association, expressed his support for the new Interim Police Chief. (10-340) Joyce Larrick, Alameda, inquired about the Animal Shelter being closed. The Interim City Manager stated the matter was not voted upon; if the matter goes forward, the shelter would be relocated. (10-341) David Howard, Alameda, stated workers are in the lobby sweeping light fixtures; inquired whether anything upstairs needs sweeping. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 July 6, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-07-06.pdf |