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CityCouncil | 2017-10-03 | 9 | Doug Linney and David Briggs, EBMUD, made brief comments. Mayor Spencer inquired what Mr. Briggs meant when referring to "that night." Mr. Briggs responded September 12, 2017 is when EBMUD confirmed there was non- EBMUD water in the system. Mayor Spencer inquired whether a specific list of the calls has been given to the City. Mr. Briggs responded general information has been relayed to staff; he can provide specific information, if needed. Stephan Cahina, State Water Board, outlined what the State Water Board did to assist with the water incident; stated the State Water Board will need an incident report to try and avoid the same kind of episode in the future. Stated the problems with the water and sewer lines at Alameda Point happen on almost a weekly basis; urged Council to put in a new water system for the residents and businesses that live in substandard conditions: Doug Biggs, Alameda Point Collaborative. Urged Council to repair the infrastructure at Alameda Point: Kelly Kearney, Pacific Fine Foods. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether the problem is an infrastructure problem or if the problem was contamination from a cross valve. The Public Works Coordinator responded the incident was caused by a cross connection, which is an indication that the system is not built to EBMUD standards. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether EBMUD has other cross connections within their systems. The Public Works Coordinator responded there is a potential for cross connection in any drinkable water system. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the incident could have happened anywhere on the Island, to which the Public Works Coordinator responded in the affirmative. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, the City Manager stated the incident is one in a series of issues at Alameda Point. Mayor Spencer inquired whether staff will return with specific information related to the incident and what the City is doing to fix the issues long term. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 October 3, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-10-03.pdf |