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CityCouncil | 2015-04-07 | 10 | Stated dredging is not needed as the water flows quickly and smoothly; when he was on the Council, the issue was discussed; that he hopes the issue gets resolved this time around: Former Councilmember Mike Gorman, Alameda. Stated that she is still unable to maintain her dock after 10 years; she supports the parcel transfer: Donna Rauk, Waterfront Home Owners Association (WHOA). Stated it has been difficult not being able to do anything with his backyard for 15 years; urged moving forward with the transfer, which is no cost to the City: Kevin Peterson, WHOA. Stated it is exciting that homeowner issues over the last 39 years can be addressed now; everybody benefits; encouraged Council to move forward: Ed Payne, WHOA. Stated WHOA is grateful yet frustrated; asking for speedy action by the Council; WHOA is prepared to make the process painless for the City: Seth Hamalian, WHOA. Stated WHOA has unique qualifications and has resources the City could lean on; urged Council to move forward: Paul Mabry, Alameda. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council needs to move the item forward; commended WHOA; stated that she would like to see the matter come back to Council as soon as it is ready. Councilmember Oddie stated the matter is complicated and is not an action item; that he would like to see it get done; the residents are not asking for anything special; it is the Council's responsibility to help the residents. Vice Mayor Matarrese inquired when the next milestone would be; stated follow-up should consider whether the transfer of the commercial portion is a benefit or liability. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how the City would address moving forward if there is not 100% consensus of the residents. The Assistant City Attorney responded WHOA would take title of the property and cover the cost of any hold out members; stated the solution is conceptual but there is a lot of interest. In response to Vice Mayor Matarrese's inquiry regarding the next milestone, the Assistant City Attorney stated the City would start reaching out to EBRPD about surveying and map work, then take information to the homeowners to resolve any conflict; staff could report back with progress once there is an agreement in concept. In response to Vice Mayor Matarrese's inquiry regarding the timeframe, Ms. Blanchard stated the City is just one party and needs the Corp's engagement; the Corp is waiting Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 April 7, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-07.pdf |