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CityCouncil | 2018-06-05 | 11 | savings to the consumer. The Public Works Director stated the savings might be seen looking at the historic rates. Mayor Spencer stated people still have things that need to be disposed of, which have a cost; inquired how the change in the service is approved. The Public Works Director stated that he cannot recall exactly when and how it changed; staff would be happy to take a closer look at the matter and return sooner than next year or next year if Council wishes. Councilmember Matarrese stated looking at the changes against what is in the contract is important; the City should ensure the service is within the contract and peel back on the other issues, such as the reduction in what can be put in the bulk container and the utility of the bulk versus solid side container; he would like the matter to return sooner rather than later. Mayor Spencer stated that she would also like the matter to come back and include review of the initial contract, which might have changed without Council or staff consent. Councilmember Oddie stated the Stopwaste Board, which he serves on, has talked about the policy change. Vice Mayor Vella stated the City should get out any information on changes in services that impact constituents, but she also wants to be cognizant that the City is trying to reduce overall waste, which is a Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA) goal. Mayor Spencer stated that she and Councilmember Matarrese have requested review; inquired whether other Councilmembers are interested. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is fine with the Public Works Director returning with more clarification; the Vice Mayor raises a good point; ACI and Alameda residents are to be commended for reducing the amount of garbage that goes into the land fill, which is one reason rates are going down; noted ACI provides free pick up at 12 events at no cost to the City. Councilmember Oddie moved adoption of the resolution, with Councilmember Matarrese's or the Mayor's additional staff request [directing staff to review changes to the bulky waste pick up]. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Councilmember Matarrese: Aye; Councilmember Oddie: Aye; Vice Mayor Vella: Aye; and Mayor Spencer: Aye. Ayes: 5. (18-340) Recommendation to Accept the Social Service Human Relations Board Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 June 5, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-06-05.pdf |