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CityCouncil | 2021-03-16 | 7 | Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether union teamster representation for Lucky's, Safeway and Nob Hill is available. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft responded there are no union representatives present. Councilmember Knox White stated all three stores should have representation. Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for confirmation of representation. Councilmember Daysog stated the matter refers to six sites; outlined locations on Alameda and Bay Farm; inquired whether an analysis of environmental consequences is needed; stated the matter has triggered a number of store closures in southern California and Seattle; in the land use field, grocery stores hold a special place in understanding policy implications and environmental consequences; the City should be ahead of the curve in understanding the environmental impacts. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested clarification about the term environmental impacts; stated the term indicates California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), which is not related. Councilmember Daysog stated the term does indicate CEQA; an element of CEQA includes the potential of foot traffic generating store closures; questioned the environmental repercussions of a foot traffic generating store closure; stated the analysis is called urban decay, which is seen in Walmart and Costco stores; questioned the potential for others stores being affected; stated there needs to be an understanding of impacts due to store closures; outlined lease hold issues for grocery closures; stated the wiser course of action is to understand environmental consequences and provide analysis. Vice Mayor Vella stated the matter is not related to a Walmart coming to Alameda; the ordinance did not result in other cities' store closures; stores have been closed even with record profits; the duration of the increase is limited and will not run as long as other cities; the matter relates to frontline workers; discussed grocery store unions; stated grocery workers have a one-in-five chance of getting COVID-19; noted the court rulings on challenges to the wage increase is telling. Vice Mayor Vella moved adoption of the urgency ordinance. Councilmember Knox White seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated that he will not be supportive of the motion; Council needs to measure twice and cut once and understand the environmental consequences in an analysis prior to approving; stores have closed following the adoption of related policies. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 March 16, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-03-16.pdf |