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CityCouncil | 2013-05-28 | 5 | Councilmember Chen stated the budget clearly identifies future issues that have to be dealt with, which will allow Council, the public and staff to come up with solutions; the City should stay focused on striving to have the sales tax reach average. Mayor Gilmore noted the budget would return to Council on June 11th. Mayor Gilmore called a recess at 10:27 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 10:37 p.m. * (13-267) Public Hearing to Consider Resolution No. 14813, "Amending Master Fee Resolution No. 12191 to Increase Citywide Parking Meter Rates." Adopted. The Assistant City Manager gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether he would need to recuse himself since there are parking meters in front of his house, to which the City Attorney responded in the negative. Mayor Gilmore expressed support for the staff report recommendation to improve signage. Councilmember Chen stated that he supports all increases, except for Lots A and C, which seem too great. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft suggested that staff review evening parking rates for the parking garage and Park Street area; noted the theater contract provision regarding parking rates could be revisited. Reviewed the Park Street Business Association (PSBA) suggestions which were outlined in the staff report; noted Lots A and C are prime parking; urged signage be improved: Robb Ratto, PSBA. * (13-268) Councilmember Chen moved approval of continuing the meeting past 11:00 p.m. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft and Mayor Gilmore - 4. Noes: Councilmember Tam - 1. Mayor Gilmore noted rapid turnover is desirable for Lots A and C. Special City Council Meeting Alameda City Council 5 May 28, 2013 | CityCouncil/2013-05-28.pdf |