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CityCouncil | 2017-05-02 | 14 | Council Referral Tracker form and some are missing. The City Manager stated she is working on obtaining said dates. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (17-297) Sarah Finnigan, Eden I&R, introduced herself and briefly discussed Eden I&R services. (17-298) Ruth Abbe, Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA), submitted information; outlined upcoming Earthpalooza events. COUNCIL REFERRALS (17-299) Consider Directing Staff to Review and Update Alameda's 2008 Local Action Plan for Climate Protection. (Councilmember Matarrese) Councilmember Matarrese made brief comments regarding his referral. The City Manager stated the Public Works Director is present to answer Council questions. Stated CASA is looking to review and update the goals of the climate protection plan; dedicated involvement is needed from every City department; CASA will help coordinate the community involvement needed for the update; suggested leadership from the City, such as a Green Team or a few individuals, facilitate the update: Sylvia Gibson, CASA. Expressed concern over Alameda Municipal Power's (AMP) green power decreasing; stated several members of the community need to be a part of a committee for the update; that he supports the review and update to Alameda's Climate Protection Plan: Jeff Gould, Alameda. Stated a robust, vigilant review is needed; urged the City to accept the challenge to take the next steps, including addressing transportation and public participation; suggested Alameda adopt the goals of the global climate accords: Herb Behrstock, Alameda. Stated AMP's policy and decision making process should be reviewed, including solar: Richard Bangert, Alameda. Read comments on behalf of Gabby Dolphin; stated Alameda and AMP needs to do more solar to mitigate climate change: Alan Pryor, Alameda Progressives. Expressed support for the referral; outlined job development opportunities; stated CASA will support efforts in any way it can: Ruth Abbe, CASA. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of referral, incorporating the public comments, Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 May 2, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-05-02.pdf |