pages: CityCouncil/2010-09-25.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2010-09-25 | 10 | presented to the public. Vice Mayor deHaan stated artificial turf is where everything is going; the City leases fields; there are needs in the community; fields should not be leased to outside entities and should be for Alameda residents. Mayor Johnson stated that she is not aware of groups not getting access to fields. Board Member Jensen stated the recently formed athletic consortium, which includes all sports, should be part of the discussion and weigh in on the location. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the City could receive $250,000 for the Mif Golf Course; that he would like the Golf Course included in the process. Mayor Johnson stated the matter is not on the agenda. The School Board addressed the field issue. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of directing staff to work with the School District to get the necessary implementation of the agenda item scheduled with the concerns that have been addressed by Council regarding funding. Councilmember Tam inquired whether the motion includes direction regarding public input, to which Councilmember Matarrese responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson stated having the location issue resolved before the matter returns to Council would be great. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Board Member Spencer inquired how the public input would work; further inquired whether both agencies would hold community meetings. Mayor Johnson responded the School District should be involved; stated staff would work with the sports groups. The Superintendent stated the agencies would not engage the community separately. President Mooney noted the School District has to send the project to Sacramento. Councilmember Matarrese stated the fields would remain [in the present locations] regardless of the future school configuration. Board Member Spencer stated it sounds like the City will engage the public. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 10 September 25, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-09-25.pdf |