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CityCouncil | 2019-07-02 | 21 | Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the item will return for consideration, to which the City Manager responded it may or may not, but the fee will be re-evaluated and would return to Council for consideration if justified. Councilmember Daysog outlined previous project cleaning costs; inquired the purpose of Table 6. Mr. Villareal responded Table 6 is used to estimate the cost of improvements if the amount of growth is achieved; stated Table 7 is driving the fee calculation along with Table 8. Councilmember Daysog expressed concern for the implication of implementing PBA. Councilmember Daysog moved introduction of the ordinance as modified by removing remediation costs. Vice Mayor Knox White seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (19-405) Recommendation to Provide Direction to City Staff on Enhancing Access to Lactation Facilities. The Human Resources Director gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Vella stated the proposal can be used for recruitment in the future to increase diversity efforts as well as an opportunity to make City Hall more accessible to the general public; expressed support for Option B; stated the proposal allows for volunteer board members and members of the public to use the pod; noted the pods are affordable in the sense of no major construction needed; the pods should be kept in mind for updates to other City buildings, such as Fire Stations and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Councilmember Oddie concurred with Councilmember Vella. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there is a way to ensure the pods are only used for lactation purposes. The Human Resources Director responded there is an app which allows for access. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether there has been feedback from staff about the proposed pod. The Human Resources Director responded there has been positive feedback; stated a smaller version is being developed that may work for City Hall. Councilmember Vella stated that she has used a similar pod; outlined positive aspects Regular Meeting Alameda City Council July 2, 2019 20 | CityCouncil/2019-07-02.pdf |