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CityCouncil | 2017-07-18 | 10 | Gortler favors development; she is confident Mr. Gortler will understand the projects being brought before the Planning Board. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Planning Board is very important; the application process was not done in consultation with Planning staff; people on Boards and Commissions should not be an advocate for their own position; they must broaden their view and represent the City; attacks on a sitting Board or Commission member do not serve anyone; read an email regarding the incumbent. Vice Mayor Vella stated no one has said what it means to be a good candidate or a bad candidate; there are mandates coming down from the State; she is looking for a candidate who has attended Planning Board meetings, is aware of the issues, and knows where projects are located; the learning curve on the Boards and Commissions can be steep if applicants have not been paying attention; the Council must make sure the dialogue is going to happen and there is no delay due to the learning curve. Councilmember Oddie stated that he agrees; the Planning Board is the most critical Board; if someone served on a Commission asked to be reappointed, the history has been the courtesy was extended that person; he would like to see a more consensus candidate to serve on the Planning Board; he has concerns that Alameda has not met its housing requirement. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he believes the two nominees are good candidates; based on his interviews with both candidates, he believes they would be fair; he is confident they understand the Housing Element and the requirements the City has to meet. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she will be voting no on the item; she believes the Planning Board is losing two very seasoned, experienced members; some of the remaining applicants have deep professional experience; a finance background is not what is needed for the Planning Board. On the call for the question, the motion the motion FAILED by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Matarrese and Mayor Spencer - 2. Noes: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft, Oddie and Vella - 3. Mayor Spencer moved adoption of the resolution appointing Mr. Tilos. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which FAILED by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Matarrese and Mayor Spencer - 2. Noes: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft and Vella - 2. Abstention: Councilmember Oddie - 1. Mayor Spencer moved adoption of the resolution appointing Mr. Gortler. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which FAILED by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Matarrese and Mayor Spencer - 2. Noes: Councilmember Regular Meeting Alameda City Council July 18, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-07-18.pdf |