pages: CityCouncil/2012-05-08.pdf, 16
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CityCouncil | 2012-05-08 | 16 | years to check in. The Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point stated the key tenants indicated they want the proposal to move forward to have development that supports their businesses. (12-218) Councilmember Johnson moved approval of considering the performance evaluation on the closed session agenda [paragraph no. 12- after 10:30 p.m. Vice Mayor Bonta seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember deHaan stated that he can support Vice Mayor Bonta's suggestion to give further direction to the City Manager to take a last look and have staff come back with options. Mayor Gilmore questioned whether the City Manager could come up with other options. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Councilmembers would be willing move forward if questions are better addressed. Councilmember Tam stated that she is not opposed to entitlement and getting something moving; she is concerned about going forward on a wing and a prayer. Councilmember deHaan questioned whether Council would go forward with a different option. Mayor Gilmore reiterated her concerns. Councilmember Johnson questioned whether status quo is risk free. Mayor Gilmore stated that she is willing to accept a certain amount of risk. Councilmember deHaan discussed reuse of buildings. Mayor Gilmore moved approval of directing staff to support existing tenants, help them to grow their business, look for long term leases, be opportunistic if opportunities come the City's way, and check back in one and a half to two and a half years; and having a discussion if something changes in the State legislature. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, with amendment to look at potential bonding for infrastructure to increase revenue from existing tenants. Mayor Gilmore agreed to amend the motion. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether bonding would be for maintaining Special Meeting Alameda City Council 16 May 8, 2012 | CityCouncil/2012-05-08.pdf |