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CityCouncil | 2017-04-04 | 15 | Councilmember Oddie stated that he concurs with Councilmember Matarrese. Vice Mayor Vella stated the matter is incredibly complex and the City should not get into it, without indicating who makes the determination and outlining the process; she is not comfortable adding language; more clarity is needed for willful acts. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated the cases could go before a hearing officer. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, the Assistant City Attorney stated staff could draft additional language based on the concerns raised. Councilmember Oddie expressed concern over receiving an email from a member of the audience; stated that he will not be politically blackmailed. Councilmember Matarrese stated the rules prohibit using email during a Council meeting; requested the rules be reviewed. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft requested that the City Attorney provide information. The City Attorney stated Councilmembers are not to be communicating with the public on issues under consideration; private communications are not allowed. Mayor Spencer stated if a Councilmember is looking for a prior email, they can see that new emails have come in; responding to the new email is not allowed. Vice Mayor Vella moved approval of adjourning the meeting. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion. Under discussion, the City Clerk inquired whether the motion would include continuing to a specific date. Mayor Spencer stated Council was just in the middle of discussing an item; she would like to complete the discussion; the last direction was staff would come back with more information regarding willful acts. Mayor Spencer inquired whether a majority want to continue to the meeting to a specific date. Councilmember Matarrese responded in the affirmative. Potential dates were discussed. Mayor Spencer suggested Friday, April 7th at 5:30 p.m. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 April 4, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-04-04.pdf |