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CityCouncil | 2015-03-17 | 15 | Councilmember Oddie stated a search firm was not used last time and Alameda got lucky; that he would like to hear from the firms and see what they have to offer before making a commitment to use a firm. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated she thinks there is more than one good firm out there; the Administrative Services Director is extremely capable; Council could consider more than one firm if done timely. The Administrative Services Director proposed asking two or three firms to come before Council and talk about their experience; most search firms are based in Sacramento and want to be compensated for their time. In response to Councilmember Ashcraft's inquiry, the Administrative Services Director stated she would like general direction from the Council on how to proceed. The Assistant City Manager stated that she is concerned about excluding good firms by limiting the pool to local firms. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft clarified that Council has agreed to go with an outside search firm; contacting a few firms is a good first step; more information will be known once Council hears back from the firms. Councilmember Oddie concurred; stated that he does not want to close off any doors on how the selection is done. Mayor Spencer stated all are in agreement that the Council wants to be involved in the selection process. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (15-198) The City Manager announced that he will begin negotiations with the four public safety bargaining units: Police Managers Association, the System Fire Chiefs Association, the Alameda Police Officers Association, and the International Association of Fire Fighters. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. COUNCIL REFERRALS (15-199) Consider Re-establishing an Economic Development Commission (EDC) for the City of Alameda. (Vice Mayor Matarrese) Vice Mayor Matarrese made brief comments on his referral. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-17.pdf |