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CityCouncil | 2020-09-15 | 20 | Councilmember Vella stated a 15% fee can be large for smaller orders; there is an inherent value in finding local delivery services; expressed concern about throwing out local services in the attempt at taking on bigger companies, which are price gouging; expressed support for keeping track of problematic effects on local delivery companies; stated the service is necessary and should not be cut-off. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a stronger ordinance can be created based on actual documentation. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for a second look at the ordinance in the future; outlined the difference between a large company like Lyft and a local startup delivery service. Councilmember Vella seconded the motion, with a friendly amendment to include direction for staff to track and monitor and return to Council. Councilmember Oddie accepted the friendly amendment. Under discussion, Councilmember Vella stated third party delivery companies are not hurting for money and have spent $180 million in trying to not pay workers; the ordinance is a strong statement. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. (20-612) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Various Provisions of Article VIII (Sunshine Ordinance) of Chapter Il (Administration) Concerning Special Meetings, including the Setting and Noticing of Such and Other Meetings. Introduced. The Assistant City Attorney gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Vella moved approval of the staff recommendation, including introduction of the ordinance. Vice Mayor Knox White seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (20-613) The City Manager made an announcement regarding meetings of the steering committees, subcommittees and task force; stated a report is due in December; final recommendations will be placed on the agenda after the first of the year in time for budget discussions; staff will provide a more thorough report and update in October Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 17 September 15, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-09-15.pdf |