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CityCouncil | 2019-07-16 | 4 | Vice Mayor Knox White stated unless there are significant changes to the document, there should be no reason not to approve the document versus provide comments to have the item return in September; his comments can be addressed after approval; noted that he would like to see the Climate Emergency Declaration added to the document; stated when the Declaration was approved, it was approved as a preamble to the Plan; the document should be more clear; the timeline for 36" of sea level rise matters and a date is not mentioned; expressed support for the importance of prioritizing mode shift over electrification; outlined related staffing costs toward electrifying City vehicles; stated the Transportation Choices Plan needs to be more aggressive in creating staffing to match the work needing to be done; expressed support for the groundwater study; stated the data related to drought and water use is helpful; he would like to see policy Council can send to encourage East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) to have pricing that incentivizes users to reduce water use; the maps are useful, in order to help mitigate upcoming sea level rise for not only new development, but existing housing as well; a policy is needed for adopting a General Plan Amendment related to land use and zoning; there are a number of places slated for rezoning; requested that the affected property values not be impacted without outreach and an opportunity for land owners to participate in discussions; stated devaluing will occur; engagement must happen sooner than later. Councilmember Vella stated that she would like a notation added under fleet electrification, to reduce the number of fleet where possible; noted traffic signal synchronization should be part of the Plan; stated first and last mile modes of transportation are important especially for bus and ferry riders; an appendix should be added to the document every year following the mid-year budget cycle to include up to date expenditures related to the Plan; expressed support for the Plan. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated climate change is real; discussed unusually heavy rains; stated change must be made; that she understands apprehension with regard to Measure A; the item may have to go back to the voters; expressed support for the Plan; inquired the reason for waiting until September to fully approve the Plan. The Public Works Director responded California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) noticing is to be done between now and September 3 to enable adoption. Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval with the addition of the comments made by Council. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the motion includes the staff recommendation, to which Vice Mayor Knox White responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Knox White, Oddie, Vella and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 4. Noes: Councilmember Daysog - 1. Special Meeting Alameda City Council July 16, 2019 3 | CityCouncil/2019-07-16.pdf |