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CityCouncil | 2021-03-30 | 17 | Councilmember Daysog gave a brief presentation. Stated that he likes traffic triangles; discussed fairy doors in Alameda and a mural on Webster Street; questioned the ways in which someone would be allowed to artistically express themselves within the traffic triangle: Benhamish Allen, Alameda. Stated that she appreciates the efforts to beautify the City; the idea is great and would have an overall positive effect on Alameda and will help build community: Carmen Reid, Alameda. Stated that he does not have strong feelings on the issue; the matter raises a question whether there is a problem which needs solving; if people wish to beautify the City, there is an existing process to go through; he does not understand why an additional process is needed; expressed support for beautification of his street: Erin Fraser, Alameda. Councilmember Daysog moved approval of having the City Manager and City Attorney staff review and evaluate Berkeley and Oakland's "Adopt a Spot" program to see how Alameda can have a similar program to encourage resident volunteers to help beautify certain spots of Alameda. Councilmember Herrera Spencer seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired the legal implications. The Chief Assistant City Attorney responded the City Attorney's Office would need to do reconnaissance and speak with colleagues in both Berkeley and Oakland if directed by Council; staff will need to review ordinances to see which need revision as well as look at liability policies due to potential significant liability in having a formal process. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she has reviewed the article; noted Oakland has been doing this for 30 years; she is confident that Oakland has figured out the legality of the matter so the City is not liable; the matter is a great idea; the City does not always have the funds to address beautification throughout the City or equitably; the approach would encourage an opportunity all across town to help beautify the community. Councilmember Knox White stated the priority ranking should change to not urgent and not important; giving direction to staff to find ways to include a matter like this into current projects and plans would be good; the City has had a number of times where communities have balked after being asked to accept long term maintenance agreements such as this; discussed efforts of Alamedans for Responsible Transit Shelters; stated there are spaces still waiting for the community-led transit infrastructure promised through fundraising; expressed concern about sending staff off and prioritizing work that has benefits, but little payoff; stated the matter could be turned into direction to staff included in transportation plans. In response to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry about the rating, Councilmember Knox White stated not urgent and important. Continued March 16, 2021 Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 17 March 30, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-03-30.pdf |