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CityCouncil | 2015-11-04 | 9 | 489 much data the Council would like before starting to deliberate. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated that he would like context; a concise overview should be provided. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft concurred. Mayor Spencer stated that she only suggested not having the presentation because the information is in the staff report and there is no new information; Council had plenty of time to review the information. Councilmember Oddie stated Council should hold comments to the end. Councilmember Daysog concurred that he would like to see the presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated it is important to inform the public; this is not the place to cut corners. Mayor Spencer stated that she would define brief as 10 minutes. *** Mayor Spencer called a recess 9:10 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated that he would like to allow staff over 10 minutes. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of staff taking as much time as need. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Oddie stated this is a big deal; having had so many speakers, he would like to get an informed statement from staff to be able to make such a monumental decision. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft concurred with the Vice Mayor and Councilmember Oddie; stated the decision is monumental; she feels truncating the data it is cheating the public. Mayor Spencer inquired if there is a motion to give staff unlimited time for their presentation. Vice Mayor Matarrese responded in the negative; stated the motion is that staff be allowed sufficient time for the context of their presentation. Councilmember Daysog concurred that Council should gather all possible information from staff and the consultant; stated there may be questions and Council needs to be Special Meeting Alameda City Council November 4, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-11-04.pdf |