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CityCouncil | 2017-01-03 | 6 | Under discussion, Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the both resolutions could be adopted via one motion, to which the City Attorney responded in the affirmative. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (17-14) Introduction of Ordinance Approving the Lease of Building 397 Located at 1690 Orion Street at Alameda Point (in the Enterprise Zone), with Astra Space, Inc., a Delaware C-Corporation for a Two-Year Lease with Three One-Year Extension Options. Introduced. The Assistant Community Development Director made brief comments. Chris Kemp and Adam London from Astra gave a Power Point presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how Astra found Alameda Point. Mr. Kemp responded that he learned of Alameda Point through contacts at Google and Makani Power. In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry about rocket size, Mr. London stated the largest rocket would fit inside the Council Chambers. In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry regarding noise, Mr. Kemp stated the building was created for jet engine noise; if anything is heard, it will be quieter than planes flying above the neighborhood. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Astra would generate exhaust. Mr. London responded the engines mostly burn kerosene and oxygen; stated the exhaust is mostly water; there is a very small amount of carbon dioxide; the exhaust is mostly steam. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Astra complies with the Bay Area Air Quality Management District regulations. Mr. London provided a Merced County example, which passed testing; stated similar testing would be done. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated Astra would start with 25 employees in the building; inquired whether the number of employees would increase, to which Mr. Kemp responded Astra would be looking for additional space to house more employees; stated the number of employees could increase to 50 within the next year and hundreds of employees within the next five years, which would require a new facility; noted the company would like to remain in Alameda. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 January 3, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-01-03.pdf |