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CityCouncil | 2015-06-11 | 9 | 310 Mayor Spencer stated that she will not support the motion since she has concerns about some of the others on the list. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, and Oddie - 4. Noes: Mayor Spencer - 1. (15-392) Recommendation to Provide Input to Avery & Associates on the Qualifications of a City Manager, the Recruitment Brochure and the Selection Process. The Administrative Services Director gave a brief presentation. *** Mayor Spencer left the dais at 8:39 p.m. and returned at 8:41 p.m. Councilmember Daysog stated the Council should be informed of attributes which are not legally allowed. The Administrative Services Director stated attributes cannot include any bias about race, sex, age or any protected classifications, including disabilities; continued the presentation. In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, the Administrative Services Director stated that she is seeking input. Mayor Spencer stated that she supports making all applications available for Council review; she will be looking forward to receiving applications from current employees and Alamedans. In response to Vice Mayor Matarrese's inquiry, the Administrative Services Director stated Mr. Kimura would be back in the Bay Area tomorrow. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for the Town Hall meeting to allow public input, the process the City used last time with various panels, and Mr. Kimura holding individual meetings with Councilmembers; stated that he is open and hopes to have a wide range of applicants; having applicants with knowledge of the Bay Area would be helpful. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is looking for a City Manager who can work with a Council of strong individuals with opinions; the selection is the most important decision the Council will make; she is looking for someone who will work equally with all members of the City Council; she supports the panels, but the selection should rest with the City Council. Councilmember Daysog outlined things unique to Alameda, such as Alameda Point and Regular Meeting Alameda City Council June 11, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-06-11.pdf |