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CityCouncil | 2017-12-19 | 16 | The Assistant Community Development Director responded the City has a consultant study that shows the City in the positive; stated a special assessment district would ensure fiscal neutrality. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the City would be responsible for the costs of maintenance of the wall or sea level rise in the future. The Assistant Community Development Director responded staff has to ensure sufficient maintenance costs guarantee there will be enough money on an annual basis to maintain the wharf when the special assessment district is set up. The City Manager stated the applicant also suggested a Geological Hazard Assessment District (GHAD) and a Community Facilities District (CFD) to allow a District that is separate from the City Council or allow City Council to sit on the District; stated the District would plan for anything that is unforeseen; the District board would assess the people within the District, separate from the City Council and the City Council's budget. Mayor Spencer inquired how the City could do something greener than a sea wall. The City Manager responded that would be a totally different project. Mayor Spencer stated people have expressed concern regarding marine permaculture. The Assistant Community Development Director stated creating wetlands is different than creating maritime commercial leasing opportunities. Mayor Spencer inquired whether adding a hoist and more permanent parking spaces for boats would be part of a different plan and whether Council could suggest modifications. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the plan can be adjusted to include a boat hoist. Mayor Spencer inquired whether dry boat storage could be added. The Assistant Community Development Director responded doing so would be a Council decision. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Council would have input on the type of commercial and retail. The Assistant Community Development Director responded the proposal guarantees 30,000 square feet of commercial space; stated the types have not been determined. Mayor Spencer inquired if Council increasing the amount of commercial or retail would significantly change the plan. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 December 19, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-12-19.pdf |