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CityCouncil | 2019-05-07 | 18 | process and funding of removal will occur if the lease is terminated in the future. Mr. Connaughton stated a very intensive public process will occur to address the location of the intake and discharge pipe; Nautilus has provided the least impactful option and are open to alternatives; outlined the CEQA process. Councilmember Vella stated there may be a difference in opinion related to the location of the intake and discharge pipe. Mr. Connaughton stated the designs are based on discussions related to infrastructure; the CEQA process may identify a better environmental alternative; stated the current lease removal provision will ensure there is an obligation to fund and remove the intake structure when the project is complete. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested clarification related to removal of the intake structures. Mr. Connaughton stated the matter is minor; outlined the process for intake removal. The Interim City Attorney discussed the CEQA process. Mr. Connaughton stated the categorically exempt exemption applies to the existing facility; the intake/discharge component, known as the off-site improvements, are subject to CEQA. The Interim City Attorney inquired who the lead agency will be with respect to the intake/discharge component, to which Mr. Connaughton responded the City of Alameda. The Assistant Community Development Director stated Mr. Connaughton is correct; the Planning, Building and Transportation Director has stated the entitlements for Alameda Point's industrial use do not include the intake pipe and will have to go through CEQA process, with the City of Alameda as the lead applicant. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the cost of the CEQA process would be borne by the applicant, to which the Assistant Community Development Director responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie inquired how the CEQA process will play out and how long it will take. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 7, 2019 17 | CityCouncil/2019-05-07.pdf |