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CityCouncil | 2015-01-06 | 5 | Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated Wrightspeed is doing innovative work and received a grant from the State; Alameda Point is an exciting environment; that she supports the lease. Councilmember Daysog thanked Mr. Wright for bringing jobs to Alameda. Councilmember Oddie stated the use is exciting for the Base; Wrightspeed will be spending a significant amount to improve the buildings; commended Wrightspeed's work on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved introduction of the ordinance. Vice Mayor Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (15-020) Resolution No. 14999, "Accepting a Grant from the State of California, Department of Parks and Recreation, Division of Boating and Waterways in an Amount Not to Exceed $80,000 for the Purchase of a Patrol Boat and Boat Trailer; Appropriate up to $80,000 from the General Fund to Purchase Said Patrol Boat and Boat Trailer; and Authorize the City Manager, or His Designee to Execute Grant Funding and Purchase Agreements Necessary to Obtain Reimbursement for Both Expenditures." Adopted. The Police Chief gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired why the Police Department needs a patrol boat. The Police Chief responded the boat is needed for estuary speed zone enforcement, water rescues, patrolling marinas and harbors, and abatement of derelict vessels. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated the County has a boat in Grand Marina; inquired whether staff reviewed leasing the boat from the County. The Police Chief responded in the negative; stated that he did not speak directly to the Sherriff, but heard from Brock de Lappe that the Sherriff is not interested in making the boat available for lease. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the total cost of the boat is known, to which the Police Chief responded in the negative; stated boats could range from $90,000 to $500,000; that he is looking for a boat in the lower range. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether only the $80,000 grant would be used if the boat costs $80,000, to which the Police Chief responded in the affirmative; stated the boat price is not known yet; the City would be reimbursed for up to $80,000. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the price would be closer to $80,000, to Regular Meeting Alameda City Council January 6, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-01-06.pdf |