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CityCouncil | 2018-06-05 | 30 | ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (18-346) Richard Bangert, Alameda, stated clear direction was not provided to staff about what to do to get a bond measure on the ballot; there seems to be a trend in the Bay Area of admiring the problem of climate change; the only way anything is going to get done is if money is appropriated; thinking the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will help is dreaming; the City has to pay for climate adaptation itself; staff should be given direction at a future meeting; the matter should go to the voters. The Acting City Manager stated the matter can be discussed when the Climate Action Plan is addressed in March or sooner if Council wishes. Councilmembers expressed support for the matter returning sooner. COUNCIL REFERRALS Mayor Spencer stated that she would call Councilmember Oddie's referral next since there are two speakers. (18-347) Resolution No. 15389, "Supporting Alameda Rank-and-File Employees Post a Janus V. AFSCME (American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees) Supreme Court Decision." Adopted. (Councilmember Oddie) Councilmember Oddie made brief comments. Expressed support for the resolution; discussed the positive working relationship with the City; stated the resolution confirms meet and confer rights: Al Fortier, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245. Discussed the me too and the civil rights movements; stated labor is also being attacked; outlined jurisdictions which have taken action or will take action on the matter; asked Council to support the resolution: Josie Camacho, Alameda Labor Council. Councilmember Matarrese stated the timing is apropos; he does not have any issue with the resolution; the City has used collective bargaining and good faith negotiations, which has provided a good framework; direction should be given to staff ensure the City is prepared to address the changes in the law should the ruling come down as expected; staff is not directly involved in membership cards; assurance should be provided that the City will keep the principle of collective bargaining and good faith negotiations, which is a standard that has served the City well. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Council should be careful not to step out of its lane; that she would support the resolution if the further resolved language is revised. Vice Mayor Vella stated removing any of the further resolved language would undermine the spirit of the resolution; noted Emeryville, Alameda County and San Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 30 June 5, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-06-05.pdf |