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CityCouncil | 2011-07-05 | 4 | the federal government without Holland + Knight's assistance. Councilmember deHaan stated an additional $4,000 per month was added to the Contract in January 2011; inquired what type of activity has taken place. The Assistant City Manager responded staff is working on an Office of Economic Adjustment grant for planning at Alameda Point; stated the Mayor had some very productive meetings in January and May; approximately a year and a half ago, Council supported Congresswoman Jackie Spear's bill on wetlands; unfortunately, the bill did not go anywhere; when an issue came up with the Federal Drug Administration regarding closing its office in Alameda approximately two or three years ago, Holland + Knight was able to prevent the closure; the scope of service changes as thins come up. Councilmember deHaan stated Alameda Point was specifically considered when the additional amount was added to the Contract; seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Manager stated three weeks ago, he had a conference call with Holland + Knight regarding preparing for his lobby visit in September. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether the Contract amount would not change by adding the wetlands to the scope, to which the Assistant City Manager responded in the affirmative. The City Manager stated needs cannot be predicted in the legislative process; adding the wetlands would not be a problem. Councilmember Johnson stated the list is not limited; Holland + Knight watches out for the City. Mayor Gilmore stated the City is getting a good value for the money. (*11-357) Recommendation to Appropriate $21,484 in Transportation System Management/Transportation Demand Management Fund (Fund 225) and Award a Contract in the amount of $204,611, Including Contingencies, to transMetro, Inc. for the Estuary Crossing Shuttle Service. Accepted. (*11-358) Recommendation to Accept the Work of W. R. Forde Associates for the Cyclic Sewer Replacement Project, Phase 8, No. P.W. 01-10-03. Accepted. (*11-359) Recommendation to Approve a Consultant Agreement with Pacific Waste Services, Inc. for Professional Services to Operate and Maintain the Alameda Doolittle Landfill. Accepted. (*11-360) Recommendation to Approve a Consultant Agreement with AMEC for Professional Services to Complete Semi-Annual Field Monitoring, Sampling, and Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 July 5, 2011 | CityCouncil/2011-07-05.pdf |