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CityCouncil | 2018-10-16 | 11 | Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired what the letter says. Mr. Davis responded the letter advises of the Noise Abatement Program and encourages individuals to follow that program in the future. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired if there is consequence of any kind for not following the guidelines. Mr. Davis responded there are no economic consequences; stated the Port does not have a fine-based program and is limited by the FAA and the Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990. Councilmember Oddie inquired what the recourse is for the City. Mr. Davis responded the City can also send individual letters if desired; stated the Port of Oakland provides information related to each incident publically; the program is outreach based. Councilmember Oddie inquired who the non-compliant pilots will listen to, if suing the FAA would be possible recourse, and what other options are available. Mr. Davis responded the options available primarily include engagement with the carriers; stated his presentation will address reasons why some carriers are non- compliant; well over 90% of operators comply with the program. Vice Mayor Vella inquired about the steps the Noise Abatement Forum has taken to address the issues; stated many of the compliant flights generate noise; inquired if the update from the Forum includes all affected cities. Mr. Davis responded the forum does include all cities involved. Vice Mayor Vella inquired if there are items the Noise Abatement Forum is discussing relative to compliance. Mr. Davis responded additional resources discussed earlier have been agreed upon by the Forum and the airport and are effective for the vast majority of pilots; pilots repeatedly refusing would be the target of additional means to promote compliance; continued the presentation. Ms. McKenney completed the Power Point presentation. Councilmember Matarrese inquired if Runway 33 can be examined to see if it is being used as it was designed; stated aircrafts have changed over the years; an experienced pilot should speak about the best uses for the runway; the matter should be studied and the Council should receive a response. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 October 16, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-10-16.pdf |