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CityCouncil | 2011-06-28 | 11 | The Assistant City Manager thanked staff for all of the hard work in preparing the budget. The Controller gave a brief presentation on the Master Fee Resolution. Speaker: Carol Gottstein, Alameda. In response to Ms. Gottstein's inquiry, the Police Chief stated the scofflaw fee involves fees issued when a parking ticket is not paid. Councilmember deHaan moved adoption of the master fee resolution. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. COUNCIL REFERRALS (11-344 CC) Discuss and Consider Taking a Position on the Audit Legislation (SB 186, 449; AB 187, 229, 253). Mayor Gilmore gave a brief presentation. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the City Auditor has reviewed the issue, to which Mayor Gilmore stated that she has no idea. Councilmember deHaan stated the City Auditor should be in the loop. Councilmember Tam inquired whether the City Auditor is participating through an auditor association group. The Assistant City Manager responded that she does not know; stated Council adopted a Legislative policy that allows Council to oppose unfunded mandates on the City; Council can comment on the bills if so inclined. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether the League of California Cities has taken a position on the matter. The Assistant City Manager responded the League wants the bills to match up with the League's principles. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether the legislation would apply to Charter cities, to which Councilmember Tam responded two of the auditors are from Charter cities. Councilmember Johnson stated Charter cities need to be more vigilant about pushing back on Charter authority violations; following up and commenting on the matter would Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Community Improvement Commission and Alameda 11 Reuse and Redevelopment Authority June 28, 2011 | CityCouncil/2011-06-28.pdf |