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CityCouncil | 2020-07-14 | 20 | Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Council is returning for further refinements on July 21st; stated the refinements can be brought back at the date and time specific rather than adopting parts which may be changed as part of the whole; inquired whether direction can be provided to the City Manager to begin addressing concerns raised. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for providing direction. Councilmember Vella stated that her motion includes the City Manager looking into training suggested in Item 2; noted her motion also includes continuing the specific language discussion to 7:02 p.m. on July 21st Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he is not in support of the motion. Councilmember Oddie inquired the process for adding language to the resolution. The City Attorney responded Council may bring changes to the meeting and the discussion will resume. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether there are any restrictions on discussions with colleagues. The City Attorney responded Brown Act restrictions apply outside of the meeting. In response to Councilmember Oddie's further inquiry, the City Attorney stated the discussion depends on content; stated there is concern about discussions with a third member related to items not discussed at the public meeting; should a topic arise which has already been discussed, the clock is reset and a discussion with any member may occur. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for a breakdown being sent to Councilmembers. Vice Mayor Knox White stated that he supports the goal; expressed concern for the motion stating racism is bad and Council clarifying the meaning at a later time and for continuing the meeting without public input and comment; noted that he does not support further investigation due to delay in action; stated an audit limits the ability of the subcommittee; stated that he is not confident Council is taking action; an investigation report is new and meaningful; the rest of the items seem to be delayed; he will not be supporting the motion. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the item may be placed at the top of the agenda. The City Clerk responded the item may be placed prior to the regular meeting; noted the agenda is large and contains time-sensitive matters. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 20 July 14, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-07-14.pdf |