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CityCouncil | 2021-11-30 | 23 | "streamline and expedite permits for businesses" on page 27; the process is an ongoing issue for businesses; people of color and women are not included under the list in Section LU-11 on page 27; the Section needs to include people of color and women; the list should be alphabetically; people of color are a historically marginalized population; she is saddened to see the exclusions; the "partnerships" should be listed alphabetically; photos included throughout the General Plan are mostly white people;, she is saddened to see the images. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she does not disagree with Councilmember Herrera Spencer regarding Section LU-11; she does not think the list was meant to be inclusive or exclusive; the Section states: "interventions that break down barriers to employment pre-historically marginalized populations such as: youth, seniors, people with disabilities. stated that she would have added unhoused individuals to the list; the term "such as" expands the definition; she would like to ensure the recommendations provided by Councilmember Knox White would not hamper the Recreation and Parks Department's ability to pursue outside funding; since Council has not yet approved the project, the actions listed in the General Plan seem to be jumping ahead. The Recreation and Parks Director stated that she does not think adding the term "support" would hamper either being lead agency or partner on a grant; the term change still shows the importance to the City; adding the term is fine. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether removing the actions causes any difficulty. The Recreation and Parks Director stated that she has come to the discussion late and would like time to read the details and provide an accurate answer. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the recommendations provided should be considered to have staff look at all the potential ramifications and implications; staff should report back to Council. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated staff can report back to Council; the list helps identify high priority matters; there is a way to re-write the policy and indicate support for efforts with partners; staff can list facilitation of seeking funding or pursue mapping, trash removal, signage, oil spill, public access structure and additional items; the General Plan is a policy level document; there has not been much Council discussion about the project; the General Plan takes a good idea and puts it out in the open. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted the section is listed as "Conservation Climate Action Element;" Council has held discussions about conservation and climate action; the description includes: "protecting and restoring natural habitats to support bio-diversity and to prepare for climate change is a key goal of the General Plan;" maps which establish a biological inventory should be done; expressed support for funding being acquired to help with oil spill booms and protection of sensitive habitat areas affected by oil spills; proposed language can be modified; however, she would like to give the Recreation and Parks Director and Planning, Building and Transportation Director the opportunity to confirm; inquired whether Council can provide direction to staff. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded that he will need to know whether Council is adopting the General Plan and asking staff to come back with potential revisions; staff will return after working through tribal language with the Planning Board; the Transportation Appendix will be worked on with the Transportation Commission; it will be easiest if the General Continued November 16, 2021 Regular Meeting Alameda City Council November 30, 2021 23 | CityCouncil/2021-11-30.pdf |