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CityCouncil | 2021-04-06 | 2 | (21-208) Erin Fraser, Alameda, discussed the dangers of allowing the sale of the armored vehicle and an article published in BuzzFeed News. (21-209) Grover Wehman-Brown, Alameda, discussed a Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA) complaint filed by a reporter; stated the matter is consistent with others attempting to obtain information from the Alameda Police Department (APD); discussed an article published in BuzzFeed News; urged Council to make stronger direction to the City Manager to enforce transparency in APD policing, data and accountability and let people know how Council will be holding staff accountable; expressed concern about the decision to keep the armored vehicle. (21-210) Jenice Anderson, Alameda, expressed concern over the revelations that APD is using facial recognition technology after Council voted against allowing it; questioned who is holding the Police accountable for their actions; discussed viewpoints held by a recently retired Officer; stated working with the subcommittees is not a substitute for an outside investigation; the incidents are a prime example of why the City should adopt a Citizens Oversight Commission; the Charter needs to be amended to give citizen oversight enforcement capabilities. (21-211) Alexia Arocha, Alameda, discussed an article published in BuzzFeed News; questioned the message being sent with no accountability; stated APD had been told to sell the vehicle and did not; APD was told not to use facial recognition software and did; urged Council begin to hold APD and the City Manager accountable. (21-212) Lynn O'Conner, Alameda, discussed Jean Sweeney Park; outlined a newspaper article; stated without being publicized, the border is being diminished from what was originally approved; the Park is being used; the parking lot is often full; the Park is a wonderful resource; she would like information to be publicized, with an opportunity for public comment; the City has the opportunity to purchase the land and increase the Park land to the original plan. (21-213) Jennifer Rakowski, Alameda, stated it was disturbing to read on national news of a disregard for Council direction to not use Clearview Artificial Intelligence (AI) by APD; expressed concern about the use of free trials and equipment deteriorating the command structure of the City and basic civil rights; urged Council to look into the matter and provide a public report; stated all department should be expected to follow City Council policy direction. (21-214) Mike Katz-Lacabe, Oakland Privacy, discussed APD's use of facial recognition software; stated Council approved a policy that banned the use of such software; the matter is a good argument using ordinances, which have the force of law; questioned the measures taken in order to hold APD accountable for its violations of policy; stated many policies can be violated at any time without Council knowledge; noted many APD policies are at the discretion of the Police Chief; urged Council to hold APD accountable and to pursue an ordinance in the future. CONSENT CALENDAR Discussed the bills for ratification; suggested more detail be provided on Housing Authority invoices: Matt Reid, Alameda. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that should would be voting no on final passage of the grocery worker hazard pay ordinance [paragraph no. 21-226 and would have preferred it not be on the Consent Calendar. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 2 April 06, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-04-06.pdf |