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CityCouncil | 2020-03-03 | 30 | Councilmember Oddie stated that there are many projects for the Recreation and Parks Director; expressed support for a date being included in the budget request. Councilmember Vella expressed support for the item to return in a timely manner. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated should the item be included in the budget, the project can return in the Fall. Councilmember Vella stated direction should include background work as well. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated background work is needed in order to include an item in the mid-cycle budget. Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he is unclear about the RFP; there will be engineers and consultants hired at some point. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Council is beyond the scope of item. The City Attorney responded Council can give direction related to timing; Council should avoid budgeting or deciding to budget for an engineer; Council can present a deadline for a project milestone. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern about date certain provisions. The City Attorney stated Council may provide prioritization. Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he would like the motion clarified; stated that Council cannot make a decision based on funding; he would like to know what is not being done; questioned whether a proposal with funding and a timeline can be provided for moving the project to the next phase. The City Manager stated that Council can request a consultant come back as a priority based on funding. Councilmember Daysog expressed support for prioritizing DePave Park; stated there is long-standing community support; the item has been prioritized; the RFP should be issued efficiently; expressed support for moving forward. The Recreation and Parks Director stated that she is happy to bring back a plan on DePave Park and include the steps needed, funding, and timeline to Council in June or July; more funding sources for the aquatic center might be known at that time; decisions can be made related to staffing for projects; an update can be provided based on staffing and potential delays related to budget approvals; other projects will be delayed Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 3, 2020 27 | CityCouncil/2020-03-03.pdf |