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CityCouncil | 2016-10-18 | 16 | negotiate individually or through an association that represents the employers or the contractors. Mayor Spencer inquired who Mr. Vlaming's position works for. Mr. Vlaming responded that he is a consultant for the City Attorney's office. Stated that she is speaking on behalf of her husband who strongly supports the PSA; there are many reasons why the PSA supports union workers; urged Council to put the agreement into effect: Ingrid Dayton, Meat and Frost Insulators Local 16. Stated that he strongly supports the PSA; the agreement keeps local money in Alameda and creates career opportunities for local residents; urged Council to pass the agreement: Andrew Slivka, Alameda resident and Carpenters Union. Stated that he strongly supports the PSA; he would like to work in the community; he is proud to say he helped build parts of Alameda: Preston Dula, Alameda resident and Carpenters Union. Stated that he is excited about the partnership with the City; there are apprenticeship programs at the high schools and a good partnership to develop construction careers for many Alameda residents; urged Council support: Andreas Cluver, Alameda County Building Trades. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she supports the PSA; outlined the great features of the PSA and all of the people it helps. Councilmember Daysog stated that he would only support the PSA if the wording is changed from " local resident is a high school graduate of Alameda Unified School District" to "or any private or Charter schools in Alameda"; a student residing in Alameda attending school outside of Alameda should also be given the same opportunity. Councilmember Oddie stated hearing from the speakers about the partnership between the City and its working families benefiting the workers lives is a highlight; parts of the program still need to be worked on. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated any direction should include having a discussion about the public-private projects and ways to modify the agreement as it is being executed; the risk of increased costs due to lack of competition will be the difference between the paid wage and a paid pension; there is assurance that the wage and benefits are being paid. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Councilmember Daysog's request to expand who would qualify for the apprentice program could be included; stated there are also students who drop out of high school and obtain a GED; inquired whether there is there a way to accommodate said students; stated the tax payers that live in Alameda will pay for the PSA; the offset is to have benefits like apprenticeship programs, good career Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 18, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-10-18.pdf |