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CityCouncil | 2015-09-15 | 15 | In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, the Public Works Director stated keypad locks at City Hall West would cost approximately $20,000, which is included on the assessment list. Vice Mayor Matarrese inquired whether there is money in the Alameda Point fund to address deferred maintenance for the gym and City Hall West, to which the Chief Operations Officer - Alameda Point responded in the negative. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Council wanted to approve the list. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval [of the items on the list]. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the motion includes the direction that the additional buildings would return to Council. Councilmember Daysog requested the motion be clarified. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated the motion is approval of the $2 million on the deferred maintenance list with the understanding that information will come back on the Carnegie Building, the Veteran's Memorial Building, and City Hall West. Councilmember Daysog stated that he understands the reserve is higher than it has been in many years; he supports the item, but just because the money is available does not mean it has to be spent. The Interim Assistant City Manager concurred with Councilmember Daysog; stated the money may be needed for emergencies and disaster mitigation; the reserves are the backstop until reimbursement comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); FEMA requires entities to go through all reserves. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated it is a balancing act; maintenance has been let go over the past 10 to 15 years; unless money is spent, the buildings will truly fall apart. Councilmember Oddie stated the funds are only $2 million of the $20 million; at some point, deferring maintenance needs to stop. On the call for the question the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Carnegie Building: The Interim City Manager clarified that Council is not suggesting to spend $3.25 million on the Carnegie Building. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council agreed to follow staff recommendation, Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 September 19, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-09-15.pdf |