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CityCouncil | 2019-03-05 | 8 | Vice Mayor Knox White stated he met with members of just about every swim group together and offered support to the groups in organizing themselves to identify a leadership structure that can communicate and allow a couple people to report back. Councilmember Daysog stated the item is very interesting and exciting in that it provides a community-wide benefit; the Mayor should be involved with the discussions; the subcommittee should be involved with long-term plans; the community should be involved since it is a community-wide project. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like to hear back about the cost estimate of getting the repairs required by County Health in a timely manner so the pool does not have to close if possible; a robust community process is needed; outlined excess budget reserves and uses for funds; stated it is important to be honest with the public and provide a new pool if it can be paid for; expressed concern about the subcommittee decision not being made in open session; stated that he would still like to be part of the discussion; inquired whether Council made the decision. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft responded that the discussion was previously held at the dais. Vice Mayor Knox White stated the subcommittee was proposed with no disagreement. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like to be a part of the discussion. Councilmember Vella stated the item is coming back to Council on future agendas and a work session will be scheduled; all members of Council are interested in hearing about the item; the purpose of the subcommittee is to get an expedited resolution for the remainder of the year; a way to include the full Council can be decided and a robust discussion can be held. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the direction provided is sufficient. The Recreation and Parks Director responded in the affirmative; stated that she hopes to have the full subcommittee identified. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Vice Mayor Knox White and herself are the members from Council; she is delegating to Vice Mayor Knox White to reach out to the pool committee and acquire two representatives from that community. Vice Mayor Knox White stated the School Board would appoint two members next week. The Recreation and Parks Director stated that she will do her best to provide some sort of report back every couple weeks. Councilmember Vella stated that she is requesting a rolling agenda item, in the event a conversation needs to be had. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 5, 2019 7 | CityCouncil/2019-03-05.pdf |