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CityCouncil | 2015-09-15 | 6 | On the call for the question, the motion failed by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Daysog and Mayor Spencer - 2. Noes: Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft and Matarrese - 2. Abstention: Councilmember Oddie - 1. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved adoption of the resolutions appointing John McCahan, Kathleen Kearney, Gertrude Woods, and Tony Lewis. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath of office and presented certificates of appointment to Mr. McCahan and Ms. Woods. In response to Councilmember Daysog's inquiry regarding Ms. Gottstein's appointment, the City Attorney stated the motioned failed to approve the slate; Councilmember Daysog cannot call for reconsideration of the vote, it would have to come from a vote which was not in favor. Mayor Spencer noted there was no motion to reconsider Ms. Gottstein's appointment. (15-556) Status Report on Offer to Transfer a Portion of the Oakland Inner Harbor Tidal Canal from the Army Corp of Engineers to the City of Alameda at No Cost and Subsequent Disposition of Property. The Assistant City Attorney and Jillian Blanchard, Outside Counsel, gave a Power Point presentation. In response to Mayor Spencer, the Assistant City Attorney responded 93 residential properties are involved in the transfer. Stated that they are looking forward to the property transfer; however, they have been paying property taxes for years and do not want to incur additional charges from the transfer: Susan and George Fitzgerald, Alameda. Stated he appreciates Council's serious consideration of the issue; he looks forward to the property transfer: Edward Payne, Waterfront Homeowners Association (WHOA). Expressed appreciation for all the hard work by City staff; stated WHOA stands ready to help and support the efforts: Seth Hamalian, WHOA. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the whole project has to be successful in order to recoup funds, to which the Assistant City Attorney responded in the affirmative; stated the deal is all encompassing. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 September 15, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-09-15.pdf |