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CityCouncil | 2020-02-04 | 19 | The Deputy Public Works Director responded the ordinance is strictly related to items within the public right of way; stated the City has more discretion when a tower is located on private or City-owned property; the Recreation and Parks Department is open to the possibility of placing wireless facilities, such as antennas. Councilmember Daysog stated public right of way is in reference to streets and sidewalks. The Deputy Public Works Director stated the item does not include City buildings. Stated Verizon is interested in entering into a partnership with the City and is interested in proposed changes that were outlined in a letter: Cris Villegas, Verizon Wireless. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there was a reason for the delay in submitting a letter to Council. Mr. Villegas responded part of the delay was due, in part, to awaiting documents from City staff. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the draft ordinance is attached to the staff report and is available 12 days prior to the meeting. Mr. Villegas stated comments provided are strictly related to the design and permitting guidelines; both are referenced in the draft ordinance, but not specifically called out in detail; design and permitting elements will determine the deployment. The Deputy Public Works Director stated the design and permit submittal guidelines were discussed by the Planning Board in April 2019; the guidelines have remained relatively unchanged, with the exception of needing to update a carriers need to consult with XG Communities for a sublicense agreement; the design and permit submittal guidelines have been available on the City's website since April 2019; the item presented relates just to the ordinance, which vests the authority to update the administrative documents as needed with the Public Works Director. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for working with the industry. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the staff recommendation [including introduction of the ordinance]. Councilmember Vella seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated the proposed ordinance has many moving parts; inquired whether Council would be willing to include a sunset to the ordinance after five years. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the item is possible to sunset. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 17 February 4, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-02-04.pdf |