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CityCouncil | 2021-09-21 | 27 | Under discussion, Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for reaching a consensus and consistency for the spelling of DePave Park; stated that she would like to have a discussion around Buildings 25 and 29; she would like to confirm that Council is not agreeing to demolish either building in approving the grant funding. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council is approving a resolution to allow the City to apply for a grant. The Recreation and Parks Director stated Buildings 25 and 29 will be a major topic of discussion for the DePave Park Master Plan process, which would be funded by the grant if awarded. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for an eventual new name for DePave Park. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. (21-595) Public Hearing to Consider Introduction of Ordinance Amending Alameda Municipal Code Chapter XXIV Public Health to Add Section 24-14 Prohibition on Gasoline-Powered Leaf Blowers. Introduced. The City Planner gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the City is still using gasoline powered leaf blowers. The City Planner responded in the negative; stated City contractors are not using gasoline powered leaf blowers. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she received a complaint about City contractors using gasoline powered leaf blowers at a park; requested clarification about the use for City contractors. The City Manager stated the City is converting from gasoline powered leaf blowers to electric; contracts are being converted to be consistent with the ordinance. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she supports the matter; she hopes the City will finish the conversion of contractors; the City should be the leader in such matters. Vice Mayor Vella moved introduction of the ordinance. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Knox White stated that he plans to support the Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 21, 2021 23 | CityCouncil/2021-09-21.pdf |