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CityCouncil | 2019-10-01 | 17 | Councilmember Vella moved approval of staff recommendation for Pathway E. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Reconsider Pathway C Councilmember Oddie moved approval of reconsidering of Pathway C. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, Oddie and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 3. Abstentions: Councilmembers Know White and Vella - 2. Councilmember Oddie stated his decision is on the fence. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for staff's recommendation; stated that she has walked the pathway; noted the area is not the same as walking down a driveway; stated the photos shown indicate pedestrians could not know a moving car is in the area; there are driveways on both sides; as much of the waterfront should be opened up; safety is most important; expressed concern for the safety of people along the pathway. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of staff recommendation with instruction to maintain the view corridor. The Recreation and Parks Director stated that she has consulted with the Assistant City Attorney who confirmed the easement may be vacated to relieve City of liability with the addition of placing a restriction which requires a view corridor. The Assistant City Attorney stated the idea would be comparable to a covenant or record of easement; outlined a procedure for limiting the easement. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Vella questioned whether staff's recommendation is to completely vacate; requested clarification that adopting the covenant is the recommendation, not vacating. The Assistant City Attorney stated vacating the existing easement would not accomplish current goals; noted working with adjacent property owners to record an easement against the property would accomplish the purposes currently discussed related to maintaining the view. The City Manager stated the City should negotiate the alternative view corridor easement prior to vacating the first easement. Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he is not in support of the motion; expressed Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 October 1, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-10-01.pdf |