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CityCouncil | 2016-12-06 | 18 | Councilmember Oddie inquired who will file the complaint if Council approves the referral. The City Attorney responded said decision would be up to the Council. Councilmember Oddie inquired if anyone could file a complaint, why is Council being asked to do so; stated the best option would be to develop a resolution to stop all negative campaigning; picking who the City protects against negative campaigning is not appropriate. Mayor Spencer stated the FPPC requires that mailers be identified; the issue is not negative campaigning; she is specifically addressing the unidentifiable mailer. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated that he supports Council taking a stand on negative campaigning; not doing anything will not be good; there needs to be a resolution on campaign reform; people need to be civil and personal characterization should stop; a Councilmember should follow up after the complaint is filed. *** (16-644) Mayor Spencer stated a motion is needed to consider the remaining two referrals [paragraph nos. 16-645 and 16-646]. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval of hearing the remaining items. Councilmember Daysog second the motion, which required four affirmative votes and FAILED by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, Matarrese and Mayor Spencer - 3. Noes: Councilmember Oddie - 1. *** Councilmember Oddie stated political advertising disclaimers state more than 200 mailers have to be sent. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval of the Council filing a complaint and following up. Mayor Spencer seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, Matarrese and Mayor Spencer - 3. Abstention: Councilmember Oddie - 1. [Absent: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft - 1.] (16-645) Consider Directing Staff to Provide an Update on the Negotiations Between the City and the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS) as Soon as Possible. (Mayor Spencer) Not heard. (16-646) Consider Directing the City Clerk to Work with the City Attorney in Crafting an Ordinance with Respect to "Local Campaign Finance Reform." (Councilmember Daysog) Not heard. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 18 December 6, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-12-06.pdf |