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CityCouncil | 2020-11-04 | 5 | needed for the boating communities and marina areas; inquired whether staff has been working with local marina operators; stated coordination is needed for the boating community. The Fire Captain responded in the affirmative; stated staff has been to each marina; the Hazard Mitigation Plan opens up monies to marinas for [tsunami] mitigation measures. Councilmember Vella inquired whether staff will be assisting in coordination for the mitigation opportunities. The Fire Captain responded in the affirmative; stated as the City becomes tsunami- ready, the Hazard Mitigation Plan allows marinas to apply for funding. Councilmember Vella expressed concern for many senior and rehabilitation facilities needing to receive information in a timely manner; stated providing updates will be helpful; although there is a low possibility for tsunamis, timely and safe evacuation plans are most effective for those with different needs; the more time given to people for planning, the better. The Fire Captain stated staff has been working with Alameda County on transportation planning; efforts have been made at a County level. Councilmember Vella inquired whether the City is partnering with the Water Emergency Transit Authority (WETA). The Fire Captain responded in the affirmative; stated staff is part of a Disaster Council; stated the Disaster Council works on partnering and planning; stakeholders, including WETA, are part of the City's collaborative approach to community planning. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Cardinal Point has an emergency evacuation plan; local transit systems have been impressive during the Santa Rosa fires and are able to assist in evacuation situations. The Fire Captain stated staff works with Alameda County to discuss transportation options; tsunami and transportation efforts are on the radar for improvement; noted not every community will be affected by a tsunami and those not affected will be able to provide aid to those affected; having access for community members to take action when needed is important; tsunamis are a very low probability; however, studies show there is a possibility; staff is modeling for success; the City is making great progress to being a tsunami-ready city. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (20-694) The City Manager made an announcement regarding the Alameda Community Service Awards provided by the Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB) and a soft-opening for the free COVID-19 testing site at Alameda Point; stated appointments Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 3 November 4, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-11-04.pdf |