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CityCouncil | 2017-07-18 | 9 | Mayor Spencer moved adoption of the resolution appointing Thomas Mills. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Oddie inquired whether additional nominations are listed on the agenda because there is another vacancy on the Disability Commission. The City Clerk responded nominations were listed to allow the Mayor to make a different nomination if the current nominations are not approved. Councilmember Oddie inquired why there is so much turn over on the Disability Commission. The City Manager responded there are multiple reasons why someone would not want to be on a committee. Councilmember Oddie stated that he agrees with Mayor Spencer that the candidate on the Disability Commission should understand the needs of the disabled community. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office and presented a certificate of appointment to Mr. Mills. Mayor Spencer moved approval of bifurcating the two Planning Board appointment, which FAILED for a lack of second. Mayor Spencer stated that she nominated both nominees for different reasons; read the qualifications of Mr. Tilos; stated Mr. Tilos would bring a voice to the people of the West End. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether a vote needs to be done to make the applications more transparent or if Council could just give direction. The City Clerk responded the process is not before Council. Councilmember Matarrese stated he spoke to both candidates and he believes both have an understanding of the Housing Element. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolutions appointing Mr. Tilos and Mr. Gortler. Mayor Spencer seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Spencer read the qualifications of Mr. Gortler; stated Mr. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council July 18, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-07-18.pdf |