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CityCouncil | 2021-10-19 | 5 | (21-657 B) Resolution No. 15828, "Appointing Dan Poritzky as a Member of the Mayor's Economic Development Advisory Panel.' Adopted. Councilmember Knox White moved adoption of the resolutions. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which 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. The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office and Ms. Jennings made brief comments. (21-658) Recommendation to Provide Direction to Staff to Pursue One or More Options for Reducing the Negative Impacts and Public Safety Challenges Associated with Automobile- Oriented Events at Alameda Point. The Assistant City Manager gave a PowerPoint presentation. Councilmember Daysog inquired the reason the chain link fence near the Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) does not extend to cover the area where people practice motorcycle driving. The Assistant City Manager responded the USS Hornet (USSH) lease covers some of the areas; the City wants to ensure alignment of the fence is as inclusive as possible without infringing on lease rights. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated sometimes the USSH has events with many people driving; the USSH goes beyond the available area; inquired whether the area within the fencing would be opened for USSH events. The Assistant City Manager responded it could be; stated the current USSH lease does not cover the area; however, staff can coordinate with USSH representatives to address any additional parking needs for large events; the fencing is temporary which can easily be relocated or moved over time as needed. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated many areas have installed raised Botts' dots to address issues; inquired why staff has not done other similar things to allow the space to be used by law-abiding citizens; stated she is hearing staff jump to cutting off areas, making them inaccessible to cars; the intention could be to allow pedestrians and bicyclists to use the areas. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested the Police Chief provide clarification of the problem being addressed. The Police Chief stated the concern being addressed is the gathering of cars; the dots would actually deter people engaging in reckless driving of areas; noted many of the burnouts occur in the entry chutes; vehicles can still go into the areas for people to enjoy scenery. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated the entry chutes do not have speed bumps to slow traffic; inquired why has staff not considered speed bumps or humps. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 October 19, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-10-19.pdf |