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CityCouncil | 2021-04-20 | 4 | Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer stated that she does not think it is appropriate to cut-off elected officials; questioned whether it is appropriate for her to make a motion to allow the Auditor to complete his comments. The City Clerk responded in order to suspend any Rule, a motion and a vote of four Councilmembers is needed. Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer moved approval of allowing the City Auditor an additional two minutes of speaking time to complete his comments. Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White seconded the motion, which failed by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: No; and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft: No. Ayes: 3. Noes: 2. Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog stated that he appreciates the comments provided by the City Auditor; the City Auditor is a Charter position and is elected; the position is meant to provide independent review of financial documents. Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White expressed support for the City Auditor; stated that he would have liked to provide more speaking time. Vice Mayor/Commissioner Vella proposed the next audit return with a presentation from the City Auditor versus under public comment; expressed support for the work performed by staff on the audit. Vice Mayor/Commissioner Vella moved approval of accepting the audit report. Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer stated that she is disappointed in Council for not allowing an elected official to speak on the matter; the audit is within the City Auditors purview; it is sad that he was not shown professional courtesy; she will vote no on the matter due to not hearing a report from the Auditor; it is unfortunate that the matter unfolded as it did; it is important for the Auditor to speak on an item under his purview. Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog outlined Section 4-2 of the City Charter; stated the responsibility is listed in the City Charter. The City Manager stated staff can place the matter on the Regular Agenda in the future and ensure the City Auditor is part of the presentation with the Finance Director. Vice Mayor/Commissioner Vella inquired whether there is an issue with Council approving the matter since a Charter issue raised. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission 2 January 5, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-04-20.pdf |