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CityCouncil | 2020-01-07 | 8 | department; currently, Recreation Supervisors do not have support; the format is an inefficient way to function; a Recreation Assistant will bolster the support for staff as well as incorporate the parade event. Urged Council not to modify the route: Kari Thompson, Alameda Homeless Network. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the parade is a beloved tradition; expressed support for keeping the current parade route along Otis Drive; stated the route provides an opportunity for residents to view the parade; the parade does require more security for safety purposes; inquired whether the Recreation and Parks Director would prefer to contract out the Event Coordinator position. The Recreation and Parks Director responded a staff person would provide for more control and consistency; stated even with a contract, event planners change. Councilmember Daysog stated the Fourth of July Parade is Alameda's annual gift to the Bay Area; expressed support for staff report Option A; stated there have always been costs. Councilmember Oddie stated the parade is an institution; expressed support for Option A, gratitude for parade volunteers, using the Police Department's budget surplus and having a bicycle race prior to the foot race. Vice Mayor Knox White expressed gratitude for parade volunteers; expressed concern about future budget impacts; stated there are not enough savings to consider Option 2; expressed support for funding the parade for up to two years, then begin to work with community organizations to look into community leadership of the parade. Councilmember Vella stated parade volunteers held a thankless job; the parade has become much more complicated over the years, due in part to security details; there is an increase in the workload and overall cost; expressed support for finding ways to include sponsorships or naming rights; stated the staff vacancy savings from the Police Department budget is significant; Council is committed to ensuring the vacancy savings decrease over time; expressed support for Option 1, with the caveat of looking into other ways to fund the parade. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there is a lot of potential in sponsorships and naming rights. Councilmember Vella moved approval of Option 1, and adoption of the resolutions. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (20-019) The City Manager made announcements regarding the Planning Board Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 January 7, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-01-07.pdf |