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CityCouncil | 2020-10-20 | 12 | than later; while these issues do happen, the City should be careful with the public's money. Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the staff recommendation and adoption of related resolution. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the thoroughfare on Harbor Bay Business Park is very busy and can be scary; construction brings unknown details when digging begins. Councilmember Vella 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. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (20-671) Recommendation to Establish an Alameda Youth Council/Commission. The Public Information Officer and Venecio Camarillo gave a brief presentation. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated many Councilmembers have attended youth demonstrations; youth skills are apparent and demonstrations are well-run; outlined a silent demonstration; some demonstrations are multi-generational; noted the Youth Activists of Alameda members come from across the Island and communicate well; it is time for young people to be involved in the future of their community. Councilmember Oddie stated the Alameda Youth Commission is a great idea; Council has engaged youth members outside of Council meetings; however, there is no mechanism for young people to provide an unfiltered opinion on issues in the City and the Youth Commission will provide the opportunity; outlined his experience as a member of youth in government; stated the Youth Commission will have an influence and a voice in policies; expressed support for the staff recommendation. Councilmember Vella stated the matter gives staff direction to explore options; a balance is needed in order to have the right amount of members; meetings must be accessible to individuals and have a method of getting to and from City Hall; noted bus passes could be made available; expressed support for staff looking into barriers to accessibility, such as iPad's or other electronic devices and for staff creating meetings which as accessible as possible; outlined her experience watching youth staying late to speak on City issues, such as rent and tenant protections; stated there are many issues which impact the youth community; the Youth Commission will invite the youth perspective; noted youth voices provided help in banning flavored tobacco; stated youth voices are effective; expressed support for the staff recommendation. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated youth voices have also provided short videos on wearing a mask. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 11 October 20, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-10-20.pdf |