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CityCouncil | 2021-04-20 | 23 | Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for exploring other options, including the acquisition of land. Councilmember Daysog stated Sherman Street is a natural funnel; the design requires people to use Paru or Morton Streets; cars still need to funnel out of the Gold Coast to get to the Tube through Marina Village; the alternative design does not accomplish doing so. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated she disagrees that the changes are minor; the resolution should have articulated that Council is adding four roundabouts as well as closing a street. Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog inquired whether there will be a separate vote on the three roundabouts from the fourth. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded Council may vote on the entire project with just the three roundabouts with a second vote to add-in the fourth. Councilmember Daysog expressed support for two votes. The City Attorney stated that he has no objections to how the Council wishes to perform the vote; noted the resolution will need to be modified if the Council only approves three roundabouts. Councilmember Knox White stated that his motion stands; he is happy to acknowledge that Councilmember Daysog supports three of the four roundabouts, but will vote no based on the fourth roundabout. Councilmember Daysog stated the problem is that Sherman Street is a natural corridor to get people out of the Gold Coast to Marina Village; he would prefer separate votes. On the call for the questions, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 3. Noes: 2. (21-275) Recommendation to Accept the Report on the Long-Term Financial Forecast for the General Fund and Special Revenue Funds. James Morris, Urban Futures Inc., gave a Power Point presentation. Stated looking at long-term investment and value allows better chances for putting together infrastructure in Alameda; what is best for local funding must be thought about; projections are long-term; businesses should not be shut down; discussed businesses in Alameda: Gerald Bryant, Alameda. Councilmember Knox White stated Council has discussed creating a forecast and identifying issues and strategies; inquired whether the model is the first step in the process and the next steps to identify the issues and potential solutions. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 18 April 20, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-04-20.pdf |