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CityCouncil | 2015-11-03 | 8 | 473 Under discussion, Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated Natel Energy is the kind of business which will attract other innovative businesses to Alameda Point. Councilmember Daysog stated the decision is one that residents should be proud of; the sales price results in value; Natel Energy fits in the industry cluster wanted at Alameda Point; he is excited and looks forward to the groundbreaking. Councilmember Oddie stated approving four leases with options to purchase totals $52 million in infrastructure improvements; he supports approving all the leases. Mayor Spencer thanked Ms. Schneider for the presentation which provided full disclosure to the community; stated that she does not want to see containers at Alameda Point; suggested painting the containers to blend in aesthetically; stated that she plans to support the lease. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Vice Mayor Matarrese requested that the true value of the properties are translated into the infrastructure needed when the ordinance returns for a second reading. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft clarified that the comments about painting the containers is not part of the motion. (15-665) Update on Traffic Relief on Island Drive. The Transportation Engineer gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Oddie inquired how many times the bridge is raised during 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. The Transportation Engineer responded the Bay Farm Island bridge rarely raises and only during the summer for recreational vessels; no commerce passes through the Bay Farm Island bridge compared to the Park Street and High Street bridges which raises 30 to 90 times per month with combined commercial and recreational vessels. Councilmember Oddie inquired the location of the extension, to which the Transportation Engineer responded the extension would be outbound on Island Drive onto Robert Davey Drive. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry, the Transportation Engineer stated he has traffic volume information; the estimated cost of the extension is between $100,000 to $120,000; the traffic level of service is operating at Level C. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council November 3, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-11-03.pdf |