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CityCouncil | 2012-04-17 | 10 | create a quorum since filling the other seats would be a way to get a quorum; that she favors small commissions; however, the Recreation and Park Commission deals with such diverse issues that she would prefer to have seven Commissioners; that she understands why the Mayor has not filled the seats; the seats would be filled if the Commission remains at seven. Mr. Delaney stated the existing five members have been effective at handling diverse issues in the last year. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether the request is coming from the Commission and whether a formal vote was taken on reducing the membership from seven to five. Mr. Delaney responded the full body of the Commission is making the request. The Assistant City Manager noted the Chair sent a letter to the Mayor on behalf of the Commission back in December. Mr. Delaney stated a vote was not taken. Vice Mayor Bonta inquired whether all five members share the viewpoint expressed tonight, to which Mr. Delaney responded in the affirmative. Councilmember deHaan stated public-private partnerships might be established; questioned whether only having five members would be effective; stated the matter has not been addressed; the partnerships could change the dynamics immensely; certain interest groups might want to have a seat. Mayor Gilmore stated that she would prefer to go down to five members for the Recreation and Park Commission; the existing Commission can continue to efficiently handle the workload. Councilmember Johnson inquired why the Commission did not vote on the issue, to which Mr. Delaney responded the Commission could do so. Councilmember Johnson stated having a vote would allow the public to comment on the issue; further stated having different perspective on the Recreation and Park Commission is good since there are many issues, such as youth, seniors, parks, and programs. Mayor Gilmore inquired about the process for reducing the number of commission members, the Assistant City Manager responded the process is via ordinance. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether changing the Recreation and Park Commission change could be inserted tonight, to which the Assistant City Manager and City Attorney responded in the affirmative. Following Ms. Gottstein's comments, Councilmember Johnson stated board and Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 April 17, 2012 | CityCouncil/2012-04-17.pdf |