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CityCouncil | 2015-02-17 | 15 | and repairs should be done in a timely manner otherwise there may be another law suit and more money will be spent on litigation costs. The Public Works Coordinator stated Alameda's flatness is a unique feature; Alameda has 34 pump stations which are a significant capital investment; Oakland is blessed with gravity and does not have to incur pump station costs. Mayor Spencer clarified that she raised the issue because the chart on page 17 refers to Piedmont; if there is a more accurate dollar amount similar to Alameda, it is appropriate to substitute the amount to be clear to Alameda residents. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated people need to understand the law suit and consent decree was because pipes were spilling sewage; Alameda is bonded and paying for pump stations; Council has no choice but to fund the project. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Spencer requested the charts be modified with regards to the Piedmont rate comparison, especially since the presentation will be shared with the public; inquired whether Councilmembers agree to the modification. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft responded Council has all the necessary information and needs to move forward. Councilmember Daysog stated additional information would not hurt; the Mayor is characterizing the information as accurately as possible; in the larger picture, a 3% increase is reasonable. Councilmember Oddie stated that he is not convinced anything in the report is inaccurate; concurred with the Vice Mayor that Council is obligated to move forward with the rate increase; stated time should not be spent arguing over one person's interpretation of a certain rate versus another person's interpretation; that he does not do sewer rate studies for a living so he has to put trust in the folks that do. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (15-134) Recommendation to Approve Joining and Participating in the United States Department of Transportation's (DOT) Mayors Challenge for Safer People, Safer Streets. The Transportation Coordinator gave a brief presentation on the seven challenges. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval [of joining and participating in the United States Department of Transportation's Mayors Challenge for Safer People, Safer Streets]. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 February 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-02-17.pdf |