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CityCouncil | 2017-04-18 | 11 | immediate hazard to public needs to be remedied; for everything else, there is no rush; the project should be done right. Vice Mayor Vella stated there needs to be a conversation based on the usable space and the feasibility of the options; the public is asking for a better boat launch; there is opportunity to ensure the public is able to launch on both sides of Island; she was appalled by the conditions; liability is a concern; trash receptacles are needed; signage needs to be improved; there should be reflective lighting at the end and signage on the gate; homeowners did not know the location of the property line; the City has not done due diligence over the years to protect the property; she would like to preserve water access; there is not enough information to give advice on the matter at this point; conversations need to happen before potential uses are decided; resources should not be spent if a plan is not feasible. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would recommend accelerating Phase 3 so Council can make a good recommendation sooner rather than later. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether City land which has been determined to be encroached upon would have a license fee, to which the City Manager responded in the affirmative; stated the land will not be gifted. Councilmember Matarrese stated the license fees would be a nice revenue stream as long as the fees are not constrained by law. Mayor Spencer stated that she does not think the City has done anything to show the public the land is owned by the City; the City is responsible for knowing its land; inquired whether access to the water would be feasible for fire support. The Fire Chief responded supplying water from the bulb out areas would be difficult; the firetrucks would not be able to get close enough to the water to pump it out; using fire boats from the water would only require alleyway access and a long hose. Mayor Spencer stated that she does not think an ADA dock is possible, but she is happy to receive feedback it; she does not want to do Phase 3; the pavement needs to be maintained and improved signage for the three pathways is needed; a gate needs to be added to the top access; she does not want to change the use of the public access points; she would agree to an 18 foot area if it is large enough; she does not want to encourage large water craft use. The City Manager summarized Council's direction; stated staff would not be able to commit tonight but will return with a short term solution; for the long term, staff can get input from neighbors and bring back a feasibility analysis with more detail and design components. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 April 18, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-04-18.pdf |