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CityCouncil | 2021-10-19 | 10 | Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the impact of 1,000 vehicles is significant. Councilmember Daysog requested staff provide input related to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's comments. The Planning, Building and Transportation stated the current Use Permit for the USSH allows up to 4 car-oriented events per year and limits the events to 75 military and/or antique cars 50 years or older; the Use Permit is set up by treating the USSH as a museum and event space; a special event permit is only needed when 1,000 people or more are anticipated in order for staff to warn Police, Public Works and other departments as needed; an additional limitation is set when the special event is for a car show. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for the information provided by staff and for the motion on the table. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she will not support the motion; it is unfortunate that Council is doing an overreach and not doing more to slow down the problem; people have a right to park their cars and talk to other people; she is concerned about trying to eliminate congregating. Councilmember Daysog stated his understanding of Option 2 is that people can still drive down the road to the end where photos depicted people fishing. The Public Works Director stated the understanding is correct; her use of the term congregate is related to the large number of vehicles, not shoreline access by individuals; the large, unpermitted events relate to the term congregate. Councilmember Knox White stated there is no prohibition on congregating; there are 846 acres where people can park their cars next to each other and congregate; the City is trying to address some large areas that have attracted huge and illegal sideshows which are causing significant problems; he does not want people to think Council is keeping people from parking or driving at Alameda Point. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1. (21-659) Recommendation to Adopt the City Facilities and Street Naming Policy. The Recreation and Parks Director gave a PowerPoint presentation. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether Council will be involved with the development of criteria. The Recreation and Parks Director responded in the negative; stated as-written, Council is not involved in determining the criteria; new facility names start at the Board or Commission level and Council determines the final, deciding vote; the process starts with the Council deciding whether or not to rename; the criteria is determined at the Board or Commission level. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 October 19, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-10-19.pdf |