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CityCouncil | 2018-05-15 | 16 | *** (18-301) Mayor Spencer stated a motion is needed to consider the referral on crime [paragraph no. 18-305]. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of considering the item. Mayor Spencer seconded the motion, which failed by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Matarrese and Mayor Spencer - 2. Noes: Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft, Oddie and Vella - 3. Mayor Spencer stated the OGC had a good suggestion to not read the entire proclamation; having flexibility is key; being able to suspend the rule is helpful. Vice Mayor Vella suggested adding language that states staff will work with the groups ahead of time so Council will know to make adjustments to the agenda. Mayor Spencer stated that she and staff already work together on the timing of each agenda item; adding language about staff working with the recipient groups is not necessary. Councilmember Matarrese concurred with Vice Mayor Vella's suggestion; stated it goes along with the 15 minute hard limit and removes the need for the two-minute time limit. Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft and Oddie also concurred with Vice Mayor Vella's language amendment. Mayor Spencer stated it seems Council does not want her to work with the recipient groups as she has been doing. Vice Mayor Vella stated Mayor Spencer could still work with them; her amended language can include "the Mayor or staff". In response to the City Clerk's inquiry, Mayor Spencer stated the language should include "the Mayor and staff will prepare recipients " Councilmember Matarrese stated the language should include "staff and/or the Mayor" in case there are situations where there are other draws on time for either the staff or the Mayor. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry regarding the public comment 15 minute limit, Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated instead of trying to tailor a rule to a specific circumstance, the suspension of rules could apply; Council cannot anticipate everything that will occur; if the situation warrants it, there can be a vote to suspend the rules. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 15, 2018 16 | CityCouncil/2018-05-15.pdf |