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CityCouncil | 2020-02-18 | 24 | Councilmember Vella stated the authority to not hear the items in closed session was not previously available; $25,000 is a low amount; expressed concern for Councilmembers intervening with personnel matters and violating the Charter; expressed support Council be informed about settlements, but not the dollar amount. Councilmember Oddie stated that he is convinced no cap amount is needed. Councilmember Daysog stated that he is in support; withdrew his motion. Councilmember Vella moved introduction of the ordinance as drafted, with direction that Council be informed within a week of a settlement, with updates at the mid-year and annual budget. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (20-107) The City Manager made an announcement regarding a planned signal outage and a new text 9-1-1 program. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. COUNCIL REFERRALS (20-108) Consider Modifications to the Art in City Hall Program. (Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft made brief comments regarding the referral. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the request should go through the Public Art Commission (PAC), to which Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft responded in the negative. The Public Information Officer stated in its pilot stage, the program was presented to the PAC for feedback; final approval came to Council. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether censorship should be considered. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft responded criteria must be followed. The Public Information Officer stated there can be no violence, nudity, or hate speech. Councilmember Oddie expressed concern about content based regulations. The Public Information Officer stated a call for proposals was issued; roughly 40 Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 22 February 18, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-02-18.pdf |