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CityCouncil | 2015-11-03 | 2 | 467 (15-646) Lorre Zuppan, Alameda, showed a Power Point on the new street lights; suggested the City implement some type of aesthetic review for maintenance work on the historic lights. Mayor Spencer requested staff to look into options for aesthetic review. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-647) Presentation by Assemblymember Rob Bonta: State Legislative Update. Assemblymember Bonta gave a brief presentation. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, Assemblymember Bonta stated the City was the first to have a Grocer Retention Ordinance; the State bill regarding grocery workers was modeled after Alameda's ordinance. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired why Assembly Bill (AB) 1335 is on a two year cycle, to which Assemblymember Bonta responded legislative sessions are two years; AB 1335 is being held on the assembly floor; the bill could be brought back. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired why AB1335 is on hold. Assemblymember Bonta responded the Democrat majority is broad and diverse; stated the East Bay is on the progressive side of the Democratic caucus; some moderate Democrats have problems with the bill; two-thirds is the threshold, but without two-thirds Democrats, Republican support is needed; collaboration is happening. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like to keep pushing for AB1335; she would like to support funding for water transit, transit in other forms, and have more information on AC Transit Measure BB; she is concerned that there is funding for either a new line or expansion of an existing line, not both. Assemblymember Bonta stated legislators are in a special transportation session to discuss transportation infrastructure throughout the State; he signed a letter to ensure public transit is prioritized and is part of the discussion moving forward. Councilmember Daysog stated Assemblymember Bonta has been a source of community and personal inspiration; that he looks forward to working and supporting the Assemblymember's endeavors. Councilmember Oddie stated funding for transportation, including ferries, is important; finding sources of revenue and affordable, work-force housing legislation is appreciated. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council November 3, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-11-03.pdf |