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CityCouncil | 2015-03-17 | 7 | In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, the Economic Development Division Manager stated the lease documents specifically address fuel storage units. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry, the Economic Development Division Manager stated the property is zoned as maritime/open space with limited uses; the project is one of the uses permitted. The Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point clarified the zoning is an Enterprise Zoning District; there is open space adjacent to enterprise park which is for maritime businesses; the Enterprise 4 District is within State lands and the project is exactly the type of use consistent with the zoning. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the building and ferries would fall within the Enterprise Zone. The Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point responded part of the piers is in the water; the zoning for the building is within the open space district; the fueling station would be in Enterprise 4. Mayor Spencer inquired what are the differences in enforcement of an MOU versus a lease. The City Attorney responded the MOU provides that WETA would be required to put $100,000 into an escrow account and be committed to getting permits to complete the project by a deadline; if the City feels WETA failed to meet the deadline, the City can "self-help" to complete the project and utilize the $100,000 to enforce obligations; the lease is a property right; ultimately the Council can terminate the lease, get the property back, and pursue any remedies. Mayor Spencer inquired what if the City's completion of the project by "self-help" takes more than $100,000. The Economic Development Division Manager responded the MOU does not have language regarding costing more than $100,000; staff could negotiate the issue; if the City is self-helping, that means WETA is not meeting their obligations; however, WETA is committed to making the project work. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, the Economic Development Division Manager stated finding a logical location for the haul out is first on the list. The City Attorney clarified that WETA cannot begin construction without doing the haul out. Nina Reynolds, WETA, made a brief presentation. Expressed support of the project which is a good investment for Alameda: Ray Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-17.pdf |