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CityCouncil | 2018-10-02 | 18 | The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the issue should be resolved one way or the other; staff did not change the recommendation given to Planning Board. Councilmember Oddie stated not enough information has been presented on the item that would cause him to overturn of the Planning Board's decision. Mayor Spencer expressed concern over insufficient parking; stated priority for parking should be for the already parking-deficient ferry terminal; she would like to review changing the zoning back to open space or ferry terminal parking. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (18-556) The Interim City Manager made a brief announcement regarding recent Public Utilities Board actions. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. COUNCIL REFERRALS (18-557) Consider Sending a Letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Urging a Commitment to a Firm Timeline of Action for Their Proposed Health Facility and National Cemetery. (Councilmember Matarrese) Councilmember Matarrese made brief comments regarding the referral. Councilmember Matarrese made a motion to approve getting a timeline, making the public aware of what is happening, and putting the VA to the test of meeting the delivery of the promise made in 2010 Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion. Expressed support for sending the letter: Andrew Huntoon, Alameda. Expressed concern over nothing being done for 4 years; stated the VA has had funding for the project, which could provide needed infrastructure; urged the letter be sent; stated the City should receive a firm timeline: Richard Bangert, Alameda. Mayor Spencer noted that work is being done related to the project. The Interim City Manager explained the VA would be available to provide an update and make a presentation at the December 4th City Council meeting; suggested the details of Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 2, 2018 15 | CityCouncil/2018-10-02.pdf |