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CityCouncil | 2016-12-20 | 7 | the City might have to physically move or alter traffic poles; the goal is to make the area safe for pedestrians and bicyclists. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (16-662) Recommendation to Amend the Contract with Clean Lakes, Inc. to Increase the Contract Amount by $99,123.90, Including Contingencies, for Vegetation Management, Debris Management, and Water Quality Monitoring for the Southshore Lagoons, for a Total Contract Amount of $499,719.20. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry regarding odor, the Public Works Coordinator stated the aroma is from decomposing matter being dug up to keep the structures in place; staff is working on dredging the material out of the lagoon. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the problem will be better, worse or the same by next summer. The Public Works Coordinator responded there will always be aroma; stated Alameda is in a salt marsh bay environment; staff is putting forth its best efforts to try to reduce the smell. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether there will be a process for notifying the nearby residents about the aroma next summer; the issue is a major concern for residents. The Public Works Coordinator responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the staff recommendation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Spencer stated that she and staff members met with concerned residents and progress was made working with the community. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (16-663) Recommendation to Accept the Work of Ranger Pipeline Inc. for Cyclic Sewer Rehabilitation Project, Phase 12, No. P.W. 01-15-01. Councilmember Oddie requested an update on the sewer replacement and the anticipated date of relief from the large pools of standing water. The Public Works Coordinator stated the sanitary system and storm system are two separate issues; the pressurized sewer pipe from the South Shore Shopping Center to Special Meeting Alameda City Council December 20, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-12-20.pdf |