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CityCouncil | 2017-03-07 | 15 | Stated that he finds the President offensive, lacking of integrity, and dishonest; the President has undermined every fundamental institution; it is imperative for Council to make a statement representing the citizens: Charles Hurt, Alameda. Urged Council to take swift action on the resolution; stated President Trump has destructive local and global impacts; Alameda should encourage other communities to speak out: Helen Sause, Alameda. Stated that she is proud to reside in a Sanctuary City; she supports the resolution for a Congressional investigation of the President: Marhya Kelsch, Alameda. Stated the issue is a weighty one; he would like Councilmembers to contemplate the impacts on Alameda; urged Council to respond with hearts and minds: Former Councilmember Tony Daysog, Alameda. Stated that she endorses President Trump; she does not support the referral: Jane Jackson. *** (17-163) Mayor Spencer stated a motion is needed to continue the meeting past 11:00 p.m. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of continuing the meeting. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Stated that she believes strongly in the principle to defend her stance; she supports the resolution; President Trump has never been held accountable: Laura Fries. Mayor Spencer inquired how much the City pays for a federal lobbyist, to which the Assistant City Manager responded less than $100,000. Mayor Spencer stated she that has received emails suggesting the matter is outside Council's jurisdiction. The City Attorney stated the matter is a free speech issue; there is some connection to what the federal government does that has an impact and it can certainly be discussed. Vice Mayor Vella stated everyone is impacted when there are allegations of election tampering and if the President had a hand in it; if transparency is required in local boards and commissions, it should also be applied to the President; when free press is silenced and there is evidence of alleged wrong doing, system faith needs to be restored; Alameda has a stake in the issue; Alameda is stronger when united; she hopes Council joins in support of the referral. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 March 7, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-03-07.pdf |