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CityCouncil | 2019-01-15 | 10 | Vice Mayor Knox White inquired if the applicant has vested rights since they applied under the old program, to which the Assistant City Attorney responded in the negative; stated the RFP process provides the applicant a conditional award letter allows the ability to submit an application. Read a letter he submitted: Mark Hersman, Portmann Enterprises. Expressed concern over Councilmember Daysog being recused; urged storefronts not be allowed: Rosalinda Fortuna, Alameda. Expressed support for cannabis businesses; discussed cannabis use statistics: Phil Redd, Alameda. Expressed support for the ordinance; urged Council to adopt the ordinance: Tyler Champion, CN Holdings. Stated the City Attorney okayed the process; expressed concern over the 30 day referendum if the ordinances are introduced tonight: Former Mayor Trish Spencer, Alameda. Expressed concern over protecting children; stated a group called "potwatch" has been formed to protect children: Don Sherratt, Alameda. Discussed delivery only businesses and public safety related to permitting adult use; expressed support for adult use: Debra Mendoza, Alameda. Urged support of cannabis businesses: Richard Poulson, Alameda. Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he disagrees that someone submitting an RFP automatically being able to expand via amendment; Councilmember Daysog asked to be recused, which is a decision he is allowed to make and was not forced; expressed concern over the agenda title; stated he would like to start small; expressed support for maintaining the item as-written with direction to staff to only issue an RFP for two more dispensaries; stated the Chief of Police has the ability to suspend operations and take immediate action if rules are violated; the City has more control with annual permits. Councilmember Vella expressed concern about the RFP interpretation; inquired if a Councilmember would have to recuse themselves if another applicant's site is within 500 feet; stated the agenda title is related to the Open Government Commission complaint; there is misinformation in the community; urged clarifying the specific process and outlining where there is an opportunity for community input; stated Council has previously given direction about a good neighbor policy, which allows people to provide feedback; outlined changes to the State regulations; stated Council will go slowly based on dispersion requirements; she is not compelled to change the substance of the item and wants procedural challenges addressed sooner to avoid drawing out processes. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 January 15, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-01-15.pdf |