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CityCouncil | 2014-01-21 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -JANUARY 21, 2014- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:11 p.m. Councilmember Tam led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY & ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-014) Proclamation Declaring Historic Preservation Season 2014. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Dennis Owens, Historical Advisory Board; Chris Buckley, Alameda Architectural Preservation Society; and Queen Victoria. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Gilmore announced that the License Agreement with the Alameda Soccer Club [paragraph no. 14-018 and the resolution entering into an Agreement with Verde Design [paragraph no. 14-019 were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*14-015) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting, the Special Joint City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting and the Regular City Council Meeting Held on December 17, 2013. Approved. (*14-016) Ratified bills in the amount of $649,380.60. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council January 21, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-01-21.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-02-04 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -FEBRUARY - 4, 2014- -5:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 5:08 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-028) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (54956.9); Case Name: East Bay Regional Park District V. City of Alameda, et al.; Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; Case No. RG120655685 (14-029) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiating litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action) (14-030) Conference with Legal Counsel - Significant Exposure to Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Defendant City Exposure to Legal Action) Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that regarding Existing Litigation, direction was given to attorneys to proceed with formal mediation; regarding Anticipated Litigation, direction was given to staff; and regarding Significant Exposure to Litigation, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council February 4, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-02-04.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-02-11 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - - FEBRUARY 11, 2014- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:05 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-048) Public Employee Performance Evaluation Pursuant to Government Code § 54957; Positions Evaluated: City Attorney - Janet Kern; City Clerk - Lara Weisiger; and City Manager - John Russo Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that no action was taken. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. | CityCouncil/2014-02-11.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-02-18 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - - FEBRUARY 18, 2014- -5:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-049) Conference with Legal Counsel - Liability Claims (54956.95); Claimant: Williams, Kayla; Agency claimed against: City of Alameda (14-050) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action) Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that regarding Liability Claims, direction was given to staff; regarding Anticipated Litigation, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council February 18, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-02-18.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-03-04 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- MARCH 4, 2014--6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-067) Public Employee Performance Evaluation Pursuant to Government Code § 54957; Positions Evaluated: City Manager - John Russo Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that no action was taken. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 4, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-03-04.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-03-18 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - MARCH 18, 2014--6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:04 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-079) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action) (14-080) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action) (14-081) Conference with Labor Negotiators (54957.6) City Negotiator: Elizabeth Warmerdam, Assistant City Manager and Ronald Stassi, Interim General Manager; Organizations Represented: Electric Utility Professionals of Alameda (EUPA) and Alameda Municipal Power Unrepresented Employees (AMPUE); Issues Under Negotiation: Proposed Memorandum of Understanding with EUPA and Proposed Compensation plan for AMPUE. Both including wages, hours, benefits and working conditions (14-082) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (54956.8); Property: 707 West Tower Avenue (Building 9), 650 West Tower Avenue (Building 41), Building 77, 651 W. Tower Avenue (Building 91) and 2350 Saratoga Street (Building 8); City Negotiator: Jennifer Ott, Chief Operating Officer Alameda Point; Organizations Represented: Big Heart Pet Brands; Issue Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that regarding Initiation of Litigation, no action was taken; regarding Significant exposure to Litigation, no action was taken; regarding Labor, no action was taken; regarding Real Property, no action was taken. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 18, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-03-18.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-04-01 | 1 | 58 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 1, 2014--7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:17 p.m. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY & ANNOUNCEMENTS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Tam moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion. Mayor Gilmore noted that she would recuse herself from the resolution ordering acceptance of two grants of easement [paragraph no. 14-110]. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Note: Mayor Gilmore abstained from voting on the resolution ordering acceptance of two grants of easement [paragraph no. 14-110].] [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*14-108) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting, the Special Joint City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting, and the Regular Meeting held on March 4, 2014. Approved. (*14-109) Ratified bills in the amount of $1,755,666.70. (14-110) Resolution No. 14903, "Ordering Acceptance of Two Grants of Easement to the City of Alameda from Private Residents for a Proposed Sewer Main Easement Located at the End of Hawthorne Street, 1200 Hawthorne Street, and 1231 Hawthorne Regular Meeting Alameda City Council April 1, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-04-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-04-15 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 15, 2014- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-129) Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (54956.9); Case Name: USA/Baykeeper V. City of Alameda, et al. United States District Court, Northern District of California; Case No. CV 09-05684 RS Following the closed session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 15, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-04-15.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-05-06 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -MAY 6, 2014- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:04 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-156) Public Employees Performance Evaluations; Pursuant to Government Code $54957; Positions Evaluated: City Attorney - Janet Kern and City Manager - John Russo *** Mayor Gilmore called a recess at 7:05 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 12:45 a.m. *** Following the closed session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced no action was taken. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 1:30 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council May 6, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-05-06.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-05-13 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-MAY - 13, 2014--6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Tam led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. [Note: Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 6:06 p.m.] Absent: None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-185) Youth Advisory Commission Tobacco Survey Presentation. The Youth Advisory Commission Members gave a Power Point presentation. Outlined her experience purchasing tobacco products as an underage decoy: Jocelyn Bonilla, Castro Valley High School. Urged the City Council to consider creating a tobacco retail license: Janice Louie, Alameda County Public Health Department. Provided handouts; stated other cities, including 5 in Alameda County, have tobacco retail licenses; outlined license fees: Serena Chen, Alameda. Stated requiring a license would allow for inspections to ensure retailers are complying with State law: Meliah Schultzman, Alameda. (14-186) Proclamation Declaring May 17 through May 23, 2014 as National Safe Boating Week. Chester Richard Bartalini, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, outlined U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary activities, including teaching classes, checking bridge lights, and safety inspections; announced an upcoming event; presented the Council with honor coins. Mayor Gilmore read the proclamation and presented it to Chester Richard Bartalini, Duane Blackwell and Greg Fonzeno, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (14-187) Mina Katoozian, Alameda, expressed concern over the Pond-Otis Sewer Pump Station project. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 May 13, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-05-13.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-05-20 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - MAY 20, 2014- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 5:31 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:04 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-189) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (54956.9), Case Name: East Bay Regional Park District V. City of Alameda, Superior Court of the State of California, Alameda County; Case No. RG12655685. (14-190) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action). (14-191) Conference with Legal Counsel; Workers' Compensation Claim (54956.95); Claimant: Earl Johnson; Agency claimed against: City of Alameda Following the closed session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that regarding Existing Litigation, Anticipated Litigation, and Worker's Compensation, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council May 20, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-05-20.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-06-03 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -JUNE 3,2014--7:00 - P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:18 p.m. Councilmember Daysog led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (14-218) Mayor Gilmore announced the Public Hearing on waste fees [paragraph no. 14-229 was continued to June 17, 2014. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY & ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-219) Proclamation Declaring the Month of June as History Museum Month. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Judith Lynch, Alameda Museum; Seth Arp, California Historical Radio Society; Sieg Wrobel and Frank Musso, Naval Air Museum; Charles Howell, Meyers House and Garden; Michael Schiess, Pacific Pinball; and Kurt Zeigler, USS Hornet. Ms. Lynch submitted information and thanked the City. (14-220) Recognition of Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) for Receiving the Reliable Public Power Provider Designation from the American Public Power Association. Mayor Gilmore congratulated AMP and presented a plaque to Public Utilities Board Members Madeline Deaton and Greg Hamm. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (14-221) Cathy Leong, Alameda, discussed the proposal to move the Harbor Bay Club; stated Harbor Isle does not have to allow the club to move; submitted information. (14-222) Mina Katoozian, Alameda, discussed the sewer pump station project; questioned what procedure was used to change the project. The Assistant City Manager stated that he met with Ms. Katoozian and is reviewing the case; a response would be provided to Ms. Katoozian week. (14-223) Dr. D.A. Tillman, Pure Anointed Kingdoms and TASC Inc., discussed a housing proposal her organization would complete at Alameda Point, submitted Regular Meeting Alameda City Council June 3, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-06-03.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-06-17 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-JUNE 17,2014- 7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:12 p.m. Councilmember Tam led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (14-249) Mayor Gilmore announced that the resolution establishing integrated waste rates [paragraph no. 14-263 was continued to July 1, 2014. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY & ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-250) Proclamation Declaring June 21 and 22, 2014 as Relay for Life Alameda Days. Councilmember Chen left the dais at 7:14 p.m. and returned at 7:16 p.m. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Lisa Leverton, Event Chair. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (14-251) Michael John Torrey, Alameda, announced the USS Hornet Annual Field Day event would be on June 28th and 29th. (14-252) Rion Cassidy, Alameda, stated that he is concerned about the impacts of the Del Monte warehouse proposal, specifically noticing and permit parking. CONSENT CALENDAR Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*14-253) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings Held on May 20, 2014. Approved. (*14-254) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,118,813.90. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 June 17, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-06-17.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-06-24 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-JUNE 24, 2014- 6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-274) Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation (54956.9), Case Name: East Bay Regional Park District V. City of Alameda, Superior Court of the State of California, Alameda County; Case No. RG12655685. (14-275) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action). Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that Existing Litigation and Anticipated Litigation, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 8:01 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council June 24, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-06-24.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-07-01 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--JULY 1, 2014--6:00 P.M. The Special City Council Meeting was cancelled. The following Closed Session Items were not addressed: (14-276) Conference With Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation (54956.9), Case Name: East Bay Regional Park District V. City of Alameda, Superior Court of the State of California, Alameda County Case No. RG12655685. Not heard. (14-277) Conference With Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation, Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action). Not heard. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council July 1, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-07-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-07-15 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--JULY 15, 2014- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:28 p.m. Councilmember Daysog led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (14-302) Mayor Gilmore announced that the resolution commending Captain Boersma [paragraph no. 14-305 would be heard after Special Orders; the resolution approving the Jean Sweeney Park Master Plan [paragraph no. 14-316 would be heard first under Regular Items; and both Exclusive Negotiation Agreements [paragraph nos. 14-323 and 14-324 would be continued to July 29, 2014. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-303) Presentation by the Park Street Business Association on the Annual Art and Wine Faire. Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association announced the upcoming event and presented the Council with tokens. (14-304) Alameda Recreation and Park Department Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2013-14. The Recreation and Parks Director gave a Power Point presentation. Mayor Gilmore commended the Recreation and Parks Director and staff for their hard work and commitment. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft echoed the Mayor's comments. The Assistant City Manager acknowledged the Recreation and Parks Director for her hard work. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM (14-305) Resolution No. 14952, "Commending Alameda Police Department Captain David Boersma for His Contributions to the City of Alameda." Adopted. The resolution was adopted by consensus. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council July 15, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-07-15.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-07-29 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND CITY OF ALAMEDA FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING TUESDAY- -JULY 29, 2014- -7:00 P.M. Mayor/Chair Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Councilmember/Authority Member Chen led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers/Authority Members Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor/Chair Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-332 CC) Presentation by the Tomorrow Youth Repertory: Shrek - The Musical. Tyler Null and Amy Marie Haven, Tomorrow Youth Reparatory, gave a brief presentation; invited everyone to attend the performance; presented the City Council with tickets and a magnet. (14-333 CC) Alameda Free Library Teen Mural Project. The Teen Librarian and Devon Yee gave a Power Point presentation. (14-334 CC) Proclamation Declaring August 7, 2014, as Muscular Dystrophy Association Fill the Boot Day in Alameda. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the Proclamation to Firefighters Eric LeBlanc and Axel Araquistain. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (14-335 CC) Maria Dominguez, Friends of Crown Beach, discussed the City Manager addressing speakers at the July 15, 2014 meeting. Councilmember Daysog expressed his support for the City Manager. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Tam moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Daysog and Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted that they would vote against the item on the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Chen seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Joint Meeting Alameda City Council and City of Alameda Financing Authority July 29, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-07-29.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-09-02 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - - -SEPTEMBER 2, 2014- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Councilmember Chen led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Gilmore announced that the Plans and Specifications for the Emergency Operations Center [paragraph no. 14-350 was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of remainder of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*14-346) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting Held on June 24, 2014 and the Regular City Council Meeting Held on July 1, 2014.014. Approved. (*14-347) Ratified bills in the amount of $13,485,493.87. (*14-348) Recommendation to Consider the Appointment of a Member to the Open Government Commission. Accepted. (*14-349) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Fourth Amendment to an Agreement with Chandler Lee for Professional Planning Services Extending the Term for 12 Months and Adding $70,000 to the Project Budget. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 2, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-09-02.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-09-16 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--SEPTEMBER - - 16, 2014- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:22 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-372) Presentation of Certificates of Appreciation to the Mayor's Fourth of July Parade Committee Members. Mayor Gilmore presented the certificates to Parade Committee members. (14-373) Proclamation Declaring the Month of September as Adult Literacy Awareness Month. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Sue Mark, Alameda Reads Literacy Coordinator. Councilmember Tam left the dias at 7:26 p.m. and returned at 7:28 p.m. (14-374) Proclamation Declaring September 20, 2014 as Coastal Cleanup Day. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Doug Siden, East Bay Regional Park District Board Member. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (14-375) Laura Ramirez-Gonzales, Harbor Bay Neighbors, outlined the reasons she is opposed to the proposal to move the Harbor Bay Club. (14-376) Fred Pecker, Local 6; Jesus Munoz, Alameda County Industries (ACI) worker; William Dow, Local 6 Pension Club; Salvador Hernandez, ACI worker; August Ramirez, Local 6; Ruth Abbe, Sierra Club; expressed concern over some ACI workers not being paid a living wage and urged supporting the workers joining Local 6; urged Council to take action. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 16, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-09-16.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-09-29 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY--SEPTEMBER 29, 2014- -5:30 P.M. (14-405) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend an Open House to meet the developer finalists for Site A and Site B at Alameda Point. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council September 29, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-09-29.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-10-07 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--OCTOBEF - 7, 2014--6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-406) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action) Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council October 7, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-10-07.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-10-21 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING UESDAY--OCTOBER 21, 2014- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 7:19 p.m. Councilmember Tam led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (14-430) Mayor Gilmore announced that the Management and Confidential Employees Association (MCEA) resolution [paragraph no. 14-443 and the resolution honoring former Councilmember Hadi Monsef [paragraph no. 14-446 would be heard on November 18, 2014. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (14-431) Proclamation Declaring November 1, 2014 as Extra Mile Day. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Doug Biggs, Social Service Human Relations Board; and recognized the Community Service Awards Recipients. Mr. Biggs made brief comments. Steven Jones, representing Supervisor Wilma Chan, presented certificates to the Community Service Awards Recipients. (14-432) Proclamation Recognizing Jordan Battani for Her Commitment to Alameda. Mayor Gilmore read the proclamation and presented it to Ms. Battani. (14-433) Proclamation Declaring October as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) History Month. Mayor Gilmore read and presented the proclamation to Sean Cahill, LGBTQ Round Table and Community Alliance Resource for Education (C.A.R.E.). Mr. Cahill made brief comments. *** Mayor Gilmore called a recess at 7:41 p.m. to convene the special joint meeting and reconvened the regular meeting at 7:47 p.m. *** Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 October 21, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-10-21.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-11-18 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -NOVEMBER 18, 2014- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-457) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (54956.8); Property: Site A, Alameda Point; City Negotiators: John Russo, City Manager and Jennifer Ott, Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point; Organizations Represented: Alameda Point Partners and Brookfield Homes; Issue Under Negotiation: Real Property Negotiations Price and Terms of Payment. Not heard. (14-458) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (54956.9); Case Name: New Cingular V. City of Alameda, et al.; Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles Case No. BC 462270 (14-459) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action) Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that regarding Existing Litigation, the Council gave direction to staff; and regarding Anticipated Litigation, the Council authorized the City Manager to execute a Settlement Agreement with Alameda United Commercial ("AUC") to avoid litigation of certain disagreements that have arisen between the City and AUC regarding the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) for the proposed Taxiway Project at Alameda Point; the key terms of the settlement are: the ENA for the proposed Taxiway Project will terminate immediately and in exchange the City will refund AUC's deposit. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 6:52 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council November 18, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-11-18.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-12-02 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -DECEMBER 2, 2014- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 6:06 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 3. Absent: Councilmembers Chen and Daysog - 2. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (14-480) Conference with Legal Counsel - Workers' Compensation Claim (54956.95); Claimant: Glen Anderson, Claim Against: City Of Alameda Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Gilmore announced that direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Gilmore adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council December 2, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-12-02.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2014-12-16 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--DECEMBER 16, 2014- -5:00 P.M. Mayor Gilmore convened the meeting at 5:10 p.m. Councilmember Chen led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Chen, Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 5. Absent: None. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Gilmore announced that the Del Monte project ordinances [paragraph nos. 14- 511 and 14-511 A], the Police and Fire Services Fee report [paragraph no. 14-513], and the resolution appointing Mark Sorensen [paragraph no. 14-518 were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Councilmember Tam moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*14-509) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting, the Special Joint City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting and the Regular City Council Meeting Held on November 18, 2014. Approved. (*14-510) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,389,832.98. (14-511) Ordinance No. 3115, "Adopting the Del Monte Warehouse Master Plan and Density Bonus Application for Redevelopment and Adaptive Reuse of the Property Located at the Northeast Corner of the Intersection of Sherman Street and Buena Vista Avenue." Finally passed; and (14-511A) Ordinance No. 3116, "Approving Development Agreement By and Between the City of Alameda and TL Partners, I, LP Governing the Del Monte Warehouse Project for Real Property Located at the Northeast Corner of the Intersection of Sherman Street and Buena Vista Avenue." Finally passed. Mayor Gilmore stated that she would like to limit the hearing to end at 7:00 p.m. Councilmember Tam moved approval of the hearing running from 5:25 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Councilmember Chen seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Chen, Ezzy Ashcraft, Tam and Mayor Gilmore - 4. Noes: Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 December 16, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-12-16.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-01-06 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -JANUARY 6, 2015--6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. Public Comment Stated that he assumes the closed session is to address the Del Monte project; the Housing Element was addressed in closed session in the past; the Housing Element was approved based on a threat of being sued and another lawsuit ended up being filed over the Neptune Point property: Former Councilmember Doug deHaan, Alameda. Stated hearing the Del Monte matter in closed session is willful dismissal of constituents; urged the matter not be addressed tonight; stated the public needs to know the possible costs of litigation: Li Volin, Alameda. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-001) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action) Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced the Council received legal advice. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:07 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council January 6, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-01-06.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-01-20 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -JANUARY 20, 2015- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 6:01 p.m. and Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:07 p.m. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-034) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: Three (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action) Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council January 20, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-01-20.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-01-21 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY- -JANUARY 21, 2015- -6:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Paul Foreman led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6: 01 p.m.] Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS NON-AGENDA (15-069) Joseph Woodard, Alameda, discussed the budget and public safety contracts, including salaries and benefits. COUNCIL REFERRALS (15-070) Consider Directing Staff to Conduct a Study to Review Suggestions to Provide Relief for Traffic on Island Drive. (Councilmember Oddie) (Continued from January 20, 2015) Councilmember Oddie made brief comments on the Referral. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she understands the Council can vote to proceed on Council referrals; she supports the referral and would make a motion with an amendment to request the City Council to direct appropriate City staff to conduct a study to determine if some or all of the suggestions would provide relief for traffic on Island Drive and, in addition, she would like to include "or other remedies;" the list is good, however, staff might come up with another idea or two to alleviate traffic. The Assistant City Manager stated the appropriate language is to direct the City Manager so Council stays away from directing staff. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft concurred with the Assistant City Manager's suggestion. Councilmember Oddie stated that he is fine with the amendment; the list is not exhaustive of what causes traffic on Island Drive. Vice Mayor Matarrese concurred with Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's suggestion to broaden the list and incorporate the Assistant City Manager's suggestion that Council is directing the City Manager. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval [of the Council referral with Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 January 21, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-01-21.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-01-29 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY--JANUARY 29, 2015- -6:00 P.M. (15-082) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend an Open House where Alameda Point Partners, the developer for Site A, discussed ideas and drawings. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council January 29, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-01-29.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-02-03 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--FEBRUARY - - 3, 2015- 7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:22 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-085) Mayor Spencer announced that the Agreement with Power Engineering [paragraph no. 15-101 would be continued to February 17, 2015. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-086) Mayor Spencer read the Season of Non Violence daily reading on believing. (15-087) Proclamation Declaring the Month of February as Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Annie Maltester, Building Futures with Women and Children. (15-088) Presentation by CalTrans regarding the Bay Farm Island Bridge Deck Repairs/Closures. Roquel Johnson and Michael Nguyen, CalTrans, gave a Power Point presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquired whether CalTrans will inform the Port of Oakland on route impacts to the Oakland Airport during construction, to which Mr. Nguyen responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether CalTrans will inform the Harbor Bay Business Park and the School District of construction impacts. Mayor Spencer requested Councilmembers hold questions until the end of the presentation. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether there will be other bridge closures at the same time. The Public Works Director responded that he would coordinate activity with the County to ensure that the bridges will not all be closed at the same time. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 February 3, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-02-03.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-02-10 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY--FEBRUARY 10, 2015- -6:30 P.M. (15-108) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a Community Meeting for the Proposed Cross Alameda Trail Project Along Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council February 10, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-02-10.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-02-17 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - FEBRUARY 17, 2015- 7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:23 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-113) Mayor Spencer announced that the contract with Urban Planning Partners [paragraph no. 15-124 was removed from the agenda by staff; suggested moving up the Council Referral to accommodate the City Treasurer's comments4. Councilmember Daysog stated he would not mind his Council Referral being moved. Mayor Spencer suggested allowing the City Treasurer to speak under Oral Communications and hear the item later; Councilmembers agreed. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-114) Mayor Spencer read the Season of Non-Violence daily reading on "Acceptance". (15-115) Presentation by Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS) - Annual Progress Report Nancy Evans and Nancy Baglietto, FAAS, made brief comments and provided handouts. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft commended FAAS for their work. Councilmember Daysog stated the volunteer service hours is a good tribute to FAAS. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-116) Kevin Kennedy, City Treasurer, addressed the Council Referral on the proposed Charter Amendment relative to the creation of a Municipal Finance Commission [paragraph no. 15-136]; proposed a more robust public budget session before Council makes final decisions; stated slides which address OPEB, CalPers, and deferred liabilities should be integrated as a permanent part of the budget presentation for full transparency and accountability. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 February 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-02-17.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-02-25 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY- - FEBRUARY 25, 2015- -7:00 P.M. (15-142) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend the Special Joint Transportation Commission and Planning Board Meeting addressing transportation at Alameda Point Site A and Citywide. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council February 25, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-02-25.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-03-02 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY--MARCH 2, 2015- -7:00 P.M. (15-143) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a Community Workshop on the Clement Avenue Complete Street Concept Proposal. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 2, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-02.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-03-03 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- MARCH 3, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:06 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-145) Councilmember Daysog noted that he would recuse himself from the Clark Services contract [paragraph no. 15-155 and the resolution on Landscaping and Lighting District 81-2 [paragraph no. 15-157] . PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-146) Mayor Spencer read the Season of Non Violence daily reading on acknowledgement. (15-147) Mayor Spencer made an announcement about the summer positions in the Recreation Department. (15-148) The City Manager introduced the new Finance Director Elena Adair. The Finance Director made brief comments. (15-149) Oral Update by the Interim Fire Chief on the Fluid Spill in the Estuary. The Interim Fire Chief gave a brief presentation outlining the Fire response process and clean up. Chris Kimrey, Coast Guard Incident Management, provided additional information on the spill. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated Alameda is proud to be a Coast Guard City; inquired whether the Alameda Coast Guard has a spill response team. Lieutenant Kimrey responded in the negative, stated the Coast Guard response teams operate out of Yerba Buena Island in San Francisco; a fully staffed response team operates during the day, and a designated crew operates after hours. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is troubled the spill containment did not happen until the next morning; inquired whether the San Francisco teams can respond to two large events at the same time. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 3, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-03.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-03-04 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY--MARCH - 4, 2015- -6:00 P.M. (15-172) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend an Open House where Alameda Point Partners, the developer for Site A, discussed ideas and drawings. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 4, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-04.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-03-10 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - MARCH 10, 2015- 5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 5:36 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-173) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957; Title/Description of position to be filled: City Manager Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced the Council voted unanimously to offer the Interim City Manager position to Assistant City Manager Liz Warmerdam; the position is effective upon Mr. Russo's last date to serve until a new City Manager is appointed; the offer was accepted; the formal contract will be brought to Council in open session for approval. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 10, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-10.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-03-17 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--MARCH - - 17, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:13 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-180) Mayor Spencer announced that the Site A Update [paragraph no. 15-193 was withdrawn from the agenda by staff. Councilmember Oddie stated Council should be informed sooner if an agenda item is pulled. The City Manager stated the decision to pull the item was made at 5:00 p.m. based on meetings held with the development team today. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-181) Mayor Spencer read the Season of Non Violence daily reading on disarmament. (15-182) Proclamation Declaring the Week of March 22 through March 29, 2015 as Boys and Girls Club Week. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Marc Morales. (15-183) Proclamation Declaring the Month of March as American Red Cross Month. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to members of Alameda's Red Cross Leadership Council. Harry Hartman, Leadership Council, made brief comments. (15-184) Presentation on the Alameda Sister City Association Dumaguete, Philippines Sister City Plan. Karen Fong and Cynthia Bonta, Alameda Sister City Association (ASCA), gave a Power Point presentation. Councilmember Daysog thanked Ms. Bonta and Ms. Fong for the presentation; stated that he looks forward to the sister city plan. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-17.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-03-28 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING SATURDAY--MARCH28, 2015- -10:00 A.M. (15-201) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend an Alameda Point Walking Tour lead by Alameda Point Partners, the Site A Development Team, Highlighting Key Areas in the Site A Development Plan, including Urban Parks and Residential Blocks. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 28, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-03-28.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-04-01 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY- - -APRIL 1, 2015- 6:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:31 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. WORKSHOP (15-202) Presentation on Recommended Approach to Citywide Transportation Plan. The Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point gave a Power Point presentation during which Council questions which were answered by the Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point, the Transportation Engineer, Linda Morris, AC Transit, and Nate Conable, Fehr and Peers. During the presentation, Councilmember Daysog requested that Council be provided a status report on Measure BB funding and Mayor Spencer requested future reports indicate which shuttles can be used by the public and include statistics. Following the presentation, Councilmember Oddie inquired about the shelf life of the Plan, to which the Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point responded trends change; stated, for example, the Bicycle Master Plan was updated in 2010; when the Bicycle Plan was used for the Alameda Point Master Infrastructure Plan in 2013, the Plan already seemed out of date; an update is being done; elements which are very specific might be outdated faster than long term policies. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry regarding the assumption regarding development, the Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point stated the Transportation Element (TE) provides some guidance and requires new developments to have Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plans which include a 30% reduction for commercial and a 10% reduction for residential; Environmental Impact Reports (EIR) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) are different; State law bases how much analysis is required on the size of the project. Councilmember Oddie inquired about the specific number of homes assumed for various sites, to which the Chief Operating Officer - Alameda Point responded assumptions will be included to make some determinations, such as pooling resources from development; stated other objectives and policies are not tied to the exact number Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 1, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-04-07 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - APRIL 7, 2015- 7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:01 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-209) Mayor Spencer announced that the Investment Policy [paragraph no. 15-217], , the purchase of Equipment [paragraph no. 15-221], and the setting the hearing for the Webster Street Business District [paragraph no. 15-224 were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-210) Proclamation Declaring the Month of April as Autism Awareness Month. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Jodie Moore, former member of the Commission on Disability Issues. Ms. Moore encouraged everyone to be nice to each other. (15-211) Proclamation Declaring the Month of April as Fair Housing Month. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Tony Berg, Alameda Association of Realtors. Mr. Berg made brief comments. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-212) Kurt Peterson, Alameda, expressed his appreciation for moving forward with transportation planning; made suggestions regarding the consultant; urged a moratorium on future development, including Site A at Alameda Point, until the study is completed. (15-213) Cynthia LaCroix, Alameda Backyard Growers, made an announcement and invited everyone to attend the 5th Anniversary on April 12th. (15-214) Ken Peterson, Alameda, expressed his concern over the Del Monte project and staff following the requirements of the density bonus ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 April 7, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-07.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-04-16 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 16, 2015- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS. NON-AGENDA (15-240) Kevin Kennedy, City Treasurer, submitted a spreadsheet; provided feedback on the public safety Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs); stated something needs to be done; the question is whether these MOUs are what the City needs to do; the City has spent time and money on the matter and needs to be thinking long term; expressed concern over the Balanced Revenue Index (BRI) including the property transfer tax, which is one time revenue, and the trust running out of funds and the burden falling on younger workers. Kevin Kearney, City Auditor, stated the mechanism of running Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) through payroll results in the employees having higher wages; urged not running the funding through the payroll, which would require retirement payment. The City Treasurer stated putting 2% into the trust cost the City 3% because the PERS contribution will be 50% of salary; suggested putting 3% straight into the trust; expressed concern over the City's legal position; stated the courts are still determining how cities handle vested benefits; questioned whether the mechanism has legal ramifications; suggested hiring a pension lawyer; stated that he would proceed with the recommendations in the Pension Task Force report; reviewed the four recommendations. (15-241) Denise Lai, Alameda, stated that she requested payroll information from the City; she could not compare the data; asked the Council to direct staff to standardize the data; stated Fire Fighter overtime doubled in 2013 and 2014; expressed concern over Fire Department overtime and the number of Fire Captains; urged Council to stall or vote no on the MOUs; urged Fire management be investigated. (15-242) Kurt Peterson, Alameda, urged the Council to take its time and make intelligent wise decisions on the MOUs; expressed concern over profit sharing with Police and Fire, which is one way. (15-243) Janet Gibson, Alameda Architectural Preservation Society (AAPS), read a letter submitted by AAPS requesting funds for two projects. (15-244) Robin Gilbert, Alameda, concurred with the City Treasurer's recommendation Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 April 16, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-16.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-04-21 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 21, 2015- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. Public Comment Ken Peterson, Alameda, discussed Mammoth Lakes; urged contracts with employees be carefully constructed, which was not the case with the Del Monte. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-249) Conference with Labor Negotiators (54957.6); City Negotiator: John Russo; Employee Organizations: Public Safety Unions (International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), Alameda Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA). Alameda Police Officers Association (APOA) and Alameda Police Managers Association (APMA)); Issue Under Negotiation: Post Employment Benefits Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:02 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 21, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-21.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-04-28 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING UESDAY--APRIL 28, 2015- -6:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:32 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. Public Comment Kurt Peterson, Alameda, asked the Council not to rush to quick decisions with contracts; stated the City Treasurer and City Auditor indicated waiting two to three months would not make a difference; the City Treasurer should be involved. Therese Hall, Alameda, stated that she is concerned about moving quickly; the contracts should not be part of the budget; the debt should be negotiated with Police and Fire; the rest of Alameda should have an opportunity to vet the contracts; questioned if there are legal ramifications. Margaret Hall, Alameda, stated her greatest concern is how fast the contracts are moving; the word is not out in the community; people are interested; everyone should have a voice. Robin Gilbert, Alameda, stated the public has not been privy to the information; just because the proposal has been put forth does not mean it is the right proposal; the contracts should be reviewed by attorneys who are specialists in pension; the City has time to involve the citizens; inquired when the matter would be voted upon as an agenda item. The Council and staff responded the meeting would start at 5:00 p.m. tomorrow night, but the contracts would not be considered until 6:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-275) Conference with Labor Negotiators (54957.6); City Negotiator: John Russo; Employee Organizations: Public Safety Unions (International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), Alameda Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA). Alameda Police Officers Association (APOA) and Alameda Police Managers Association (APMA)); Issue Under Negotiation: Post Employment Benefits Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that legal advice was given to Council and no direction was given by Council. | CityCouncil/2015-04-28.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-04-29 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 29, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (15-276) Presentations from Avery and Associates and Bob Murray and Associates to Discuss Their Qualifications and Process for the Recruitment of a City Manager for the City of Alameda. Discussed recruitment and compensation; suggested considering the Assistant City Manager Liz Warmerdam: Ken Peterson, Alameda. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-277) Kurt Peterson, Alameda, discussed transparency and suggested going above the requirements of the Sunshine Ordinance. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (continued) Presentations from Avery and Associates and Bob Murray and Associates to Discuss Their Qualifications and Process for the Recruitment of a City Manager for the City of Alameda. Paul Kimura, Avery and Associations, gave a brief presentation and responded to Council questions. Bob Murray, Bob Murray and Associates, gave a brief presentation and responded to Council questions. Mayor Spencer called a recess at 5:57 p.m. and reconvened at 6:11 p.m. *** (15-278) Resolution No. 15027, "Approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Alameda Police Officers Association (APOA) and the City of Alameda for the Period Beginning November 1, 2015 through December 18, 2021." Adopted. Mayor Spencer noted the four MOUs [paragraph nos. 15-281 through 15-283) would be addressed together. Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 29, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-04-29.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-05-05 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - MAY 5, 2015- 7:00 - P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-288) The City Clerk announced that the Resolution amending the Alameda Municipal Power Unrepresented Management Employees salary schedule [paragraph no. 15-301 would be heard at a later date. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-289) Proclamation Declaring May as Older Americans Month. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Rom Limogs, Mastick Senior Center Advisory Board. (15-290) Proclamation Declaring May 7 to May 18, 2015 as the 19th Annual East Bay Affordable Housing Week "Here to Stay: Building Inclusive Communities." Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Laura Thomas, Renewed Hope and Easy Bay Housing Organization (EBHO), Helen Sause and Dian Lichtenstein, Alameda Home Team, and Neil Saxby, EBHO. Ms. Thomas, Ms. Sause and Mr. Saxby made brief comments and submitted information. Following the other proclamations, a video was shown on Jack Capon Villa and Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft made brief comments on an award the City received for the project. Mayor Spencer made brief comments on Jack Capon. (15-291) Proclamation Declaring May 11 through May 16, 2015 as Salvation Army Week. Mayor Spencer read the proclamation and presented it to Captain Dan Williams, Salvation Army. (15-292) Proclamation Declaring May 14, 2015 as Bike-to-Work Day. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 May 5, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-05-05.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-05-06 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY--MAY 6, 2015- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-317) Ken Peterson, Alameda, discussed reasons for voting on matters; expressed concern over a long lead time being used as a reason to vote for something instead of merits. AGENDA ITEM (15-318) Presentations by General Fund Departments on Proposed Budget for Fiscal Years 2015-16 and 2016-17. The Interim City Manager gave a brief presentation. Urged Council not to eliminate the high school Student Resource Officers funding: Kelly Lara, Alameda. The Council discussed having speakers making comments after each department presentation. Discussed the City debts and shifting funds from the General Fund; stated the City's revenue has not increased much over the past few years, yet the budget has been balanced; requested an explanation: Ken Peterson, Alameda. The Police Chief gave a Power Point presentation and responded to Council questions. Regarding contract overtime, Vice Mayor Matarrese inquired whether the amount charged includes the fully burdened cost of the employee. The Police Chief responded that he does not know whether or not the amount includes benefits. Vice Mayor Matarrese requested the issue be parked and the policy be discussed since the bill is probably larger than the amount paid; further requested presentation slides include both dollars and percentages. The Police Chief completed the presentation and there was a brief Council discussion. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 May 6, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-05-06.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-05-12 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - MAY 12, 2015- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:35 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-321) Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association (PSBA), thanked City staff for assistance with the recent event on Park Street. AGENDA ITEMS (15-322) Recommendation to Provide Direction on the Selection of an Executive Search Firm for the City Manager Recruitment Process. The Administrative Services Director gave a brief presentation. Mayor Spencer inquired whether an internal process for any internal candidates would be separate, to which the Administrative Services Director responded the Council could decide what process to use and could do an internal recruitment. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether staff prefers a firm, to which the Administrative Services Supervisor responded it is a matter of fit; stated staff defers to Council's judgment. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated that he leans towards Bob Murray and Associates; provided reasons. Councilmember Oddie stated either firm would do a good job; however, he felt a stronger comfort level with Paul Kimura from Avery and Associates; he likes that the firm is from the Bay Area. Councilmember Daysog stated both firms are exceptionally qualified; Mr. Kimura had more depth in discussing community involvement, which causes him to favor Mr. Kimura. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is leaning towards Mr. Kimura and his firm; provided reasons; stated that she would like the contract to state Mr. Kimura would be the person working with the City; discussed her concerns with hiring Bob Murray. Mayor Spencer stated that she would prefer to start with an internal search and not hire Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 May 12, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-05-12.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-05-19 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-MAY - 19, 2015- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-328) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (54956.9); Case Name: Hartford Fire Insurance Company V. City of Alameda; Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Case No. RG14729440 (15-329) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (54956.8); Property: 651 West Tower Avenue (Building 91 at Alameda Point); Negotiator: Nanette Mocanu, Assistant Community Development; Director; Negotiating party: Ridge Capital, Inc.; Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Existing Litigation and Property, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council May 19, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-05-19.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-06-02 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -JUNE 2, P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:28 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-356) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (54956.8); Property: 707 West Tower Avenue (Building 9 at Alameda Point) and 651 West Tower Avenue (Building 91 at Alameda Point); Negotiator: Nanette Mocanu, Assistant Community Development Director Negotiating party: Ridge Capital, Inc. and SRMErnst Development Partners; Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment (15-357) Conference with Labor Negotiators (54957.6); City Negotiator: Stephanie Garrabrant-Sierra; Employee Organizations: Electric Utility Professional Association of Alameda (EUPA) and Alameda Municipal Power Unrepresented Management Employees (AMPU); Under Negotiation: Salaries and terms of employment Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Labor, direction was given to staff. *** Mayor Spencer called a recess at 7:07 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 12:03 a.m. *** Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Real Property, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 12:32 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council June 2, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-06-02.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-06-11 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (SACIC) MEETING THURSDAY--JUNE 11, 2015- -6:59 P.M. Mayor/Chair Spencer convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers/Agency Members Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor/Chair Spencer - 5. Absent: None. Oral Communications None. Consent Calendar Councilmember/Agency Member Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor/Agency Member Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*15-382 CC/15-011 SACIC) Recommendation to Accept the Third Quarter Financial Report for the Period Ending March 31, 2015. Accepted. (*15-382 CC) Recommendation to Accept the Treasury Report for the Quarter Ending March 31, 2015. Accepted. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger, City Clerk Secretary, SACIC The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission June 11, 2015 1 | CityCouncil/2015-06-11.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-06-16 | 1 | 314 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-JUNE 16, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 7:01 p.m.] Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-399) Proclamation Declaring June 2015 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to Dena Andrew, Alameda County District Attorney's Office - Elder Abuse Unit, and Vanessa Baker, Alameda County Adult Protection Services. Ms. Baker and Mr. Andrew made brief comments and submitted information. (15-400) Mayor Spencer announced that a survey is posted on the City's website regarding the City Manager recruitment and a Town Hall meeting would be held next Wednesday, June 24th in the Council Chambers. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-401) Kurt Peterson, Alameda, expressed concern over unions influencing the City. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*15-402) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings Held on May 19, 2015. Approved. (*15-403) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,290,947.36. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council June 16, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-06-16.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-06-24 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY--JUNE 24, 2015- 7:00 P.M. (15-417) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a Special Town Hall Meeting conducted by Avery and Associates concerning the City Manager Recruitment Process. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council March 2, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-06-24.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-07-07 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--JULY 7, 2015--7:00 - P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:07 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-421) Mayor Spencer announced the Del Monte hearing [paragraph no. 15-438 is continued to July 21, 2015. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-422) Mayor Spencer announced that the Navy Reserve will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary on Saturday. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-423) Allen Sangco, Alameda; Liza Gabato Morse, Alameda; Allen Sangco (read a letter on behalf of Ruben Tilos), Alameda; Denise Lai, Alameda (showed pictures); and Diana Cristales, Alameda, discussed the Sister City events with Dumaguete, Philippines and expressed support for Mayor Spencer. (15-424) Michael John Torrey, Alameda, announced the Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) meeting is rescheduled to Saturday July 18th with a tour afterward. (15-425) Ken Peterson, Alameda, discussed the budget process and the City's finances. (15-426) David Twist, Alameda, expressed concern over the approval of a 50 foot tall building on Tideway; questioned whether neighbors should have received notice. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Spencer announced that final passage of the ordinance approving the Disposition and Development Agreement [paragraph no. 15-434 was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 July 7, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-07-07.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-07-16 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY- -JULY 16, 2015- -7:00 - P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-449) Greenway Golf 2015 Annual Report on the Chuck Corica Golf Complex. George Kelly, Greenway Golf, gave a Power Point presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft commended Mr. Kelly. Councilmember Daysog thanked Mr. Kelly for turning around the golf course. Mayor Spencer noted the Golf Commission supported concession design plans at its last meeting; stated progress is being made at the Golf Course. (15-450) Alameda Museum 2015 Annual Report. Dennis Evanosky gave a Power Point presentation and gave the Councilmembers a copy of his book: Alameda: An Architectural Treasure Chest. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired what else needs to be done to before the Meyers House can be rented, to which Mr. Evanosky responded the Carriage House needs to be finished, something needs to be done to the lawn and other smaller things need to be done, including the second garage and office. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern over watering the lawns during the drought. Mr. Evanosky noted there is a well. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry, Mr. Evanosky outlined the status of the photograph project. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like to consider including money for the Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 July 16, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-07-16.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-07-21 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--JULY 21, 2015- 7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:01 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-465) Councilmember Oddie requested that the Del Monte hearing [paragraph no. 15-480 be moved before the City Manager recruitment [paragraph no. 15-481] PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-466) Proclamation Declaring Support of the Medicare Turns 50 National Campaign. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to Josie Camacho, Alameda Labor Council. Ms. Camacho made brief comments and invited everyone to attend a rally. (15-467) Proclamation Declaring August 4, 2015 as Coast Guard Day. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to Vice Admiral Charles Ray, US Coast Guard. Vice Admiral Ray made brief comments and showed a video. (15-468) The Interim Assistant City Manager stated the flags were lowered to half-staff in honor of the four Marines and one Navy personnel recently shot in Chattanooga, Tennessee. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-469) Robb Ratto, Downtown Alameda Business Association, invited everyone to attend the Art and Wine Faire and presented glasses to the City Council. (15-470) Mike Browny, Alameda, expressed concern over the Federal Emergency Management Agency's map [paragraph no. 15-478]; expressed his support for the Mayor. The City Attorney reminded speakers Oral Communications is for items not on the agenda. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 July 21, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-07-21.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-09-01 | 1 | 358 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - - SEPTEMBER 1, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 7:01 p.m. and Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 7:02 p.m.] Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-496) The City Manager suggested the Wetlands Bank matter [paragraph no. 15- 526 be heard on October 6th Mayor Spencer pulled the CSG Consulting Agreement item [paragraph no. 15-505 for discussion. Councilmember Daysog pulled the Quarterly Sales Tax Report item [paragraph no. 15- 502] for discussion Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft suggested that the Sunshine Ordinance amendments [paragraph no. 15-521 be heard at the end of the regular agenda. Mayor Spencer summarized the changes, including the items removed from the Consent Calendar. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-497) Proclamation Declaring September 1, 2015 as Housing Authority Appreciation Day for 75 Years of Service to Lower Income Alameda Residents. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to the Housing Authority Executive Director and Art Kurrasch and John McCahan, Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. (15-498) Proclamation Declaring September 1, 2015 as Alameda Fights Back Day to Promote Awareness of the Fight Against Cancer and the Alameda Relay for Life. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to Jess Nelson, Deanna Huie, and Anne Marie Fourre, Relay for Life. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 1, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-09-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-09-15 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--SEPTEMBER - 15, 2015- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:33 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-538) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (54956.8); Property: Oakland Inner Harbor Tidal Canal; City Negotiator: Elizabeth D. Warmerdam; Organizations Represented: US Army Corps of Engineers; Issue Under Negotiation: Real Property Negotiations Price and Terms of Payment (15-539) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (54956.9); Case name: Boatworks, LLC V. City of Alameda, etal.; Court: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; Case No. RG14746654 (15-540) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff- City Initiating Legal Action) Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Property, direction was given to staff; regarding Existing Litigation, the Council received an update and no action was taken; and regarding Anticipated Litigation, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council September 15, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-09-15.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-09-22 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--SEPTEMBER - 22, 2015- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-567) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring (Government Code Section 54957); Title/description of position to be filled: City Manager Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that no action was taken. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council September 22, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-09-22.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-10-05 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY- - -OCTOBER 5, 2015- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:32 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-568) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring (Government Code Section 54957); Title/description of position to be filled: City Manager Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council October 5, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-10-05.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-10-06 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--OCTOBER - 6, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:01 p.m. Lena Clem led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-572) Mayor Spencer announced that City Manager communications would be heard before Special Orders of the Day. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS (15-573) The Interim City Manager announced the Rent Review Advisory Committee (RRAC) Ordinance went into effect on October 1st; stated all rent increases have to be accompanied by notice informing tenant of the RRAC and property owner participation is mandatory; City Attorney staff are receiving RRAC complaints in Room 360 tonight; announced a Special City Council meeting would be held on Wednesday, November 4th at 7:00 p.m. to address the housing affordability crisis; a Job Fair sponsored by the City is scheduled on Wednesday, October 14th from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at South Shore Center. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-574) Mayor Spencer made an announcement regarding noise associated with Fleet Week. (15-575) Presentation of Certificates of Service to Peter Horikoshi and Linda McHugh, Civil Service Board; Steve Fort, Kelly Harp and Audrey Lord-Hausman, Commission on Disability Issues; Jeffrey Wood, Golf Commission; Mike Hartigan and Gail Wetzork, Library Board; Dania Alvarez and Stanley Tang, Planning Board; Gregory Hamm, Public Utilities Board; Lola Brown and Ann Cooke, Recreation and Park Commission; Karen Miller, Rent Review Advisory Committee; and Henry Villareal, Social Service Human Relations Board. Mayor Spencer presented the certificates to Mr. Horikoshi, Ms. McHugh, Mr. Fort, Mr. Wetzork, Mr. Tang, Mr. Hamm, and Ms. Cooke. (15-576) Proclamation Recognizing Public Power Week, October 4 through 10, 2015: A Week-Long Celebration of Alameda Municipal Power's Year-Round Service to the City of Alameda. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 October 6, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-10-06.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-10-07 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING NEDNESDAY- -OCTOBER 7, 2015- 7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (15-604) Recommendation to Adopt an Advisory Motion Regarding the General Plan and Zoning Designations for the Property Located at 200 Packet Landing Road (Site of the Existing Harbor Bay Club). The City Planner gave a brief presentation and stated each group would have 30 minutes to make a presentation to the Council. Mayor Spencer inquired whether a coin toss was done to determine which of the groups would do their presentation first. The City Planner responded in the negative; stated the groups agreed on the order; Harbor Bay Island Associates (HBIA) would present first and Harbor Bay Neighbors (HBN) will present second. The Interim City Manager inquired whether Councilmembers could ask clarifying questions before the presentations, to which Mayor Spencer responded in the negative; stated she would prefer the groups to make presentations first. Marshall Wallace, HBIA Attorney, gave a brief presentation including a video. Sanford Marshall, Bay Club Company and Alameda resident, made brief comments in support of HBIA and the new health club. Mayor Spencer inquired how much time was left, to which the Assistant City Clerk responded 12 minutes. Ann Moore, Alameda resident and business owner in Harbor Bay Club, made brief comments regarding the health services offered at the club; expressed support for HBIA and the new club. Barry Parker, Alameda, discussed the swim programs and deteriorating pool maintenance in Alameda; stated a new club pool would be beneficial for all swim programs. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 1 October 7, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-10-07.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-10-20 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-OCTOBER 20, 2015-7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:02 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-607) Vice Mayor Matarrese inquired whether Council would consider hearing the Enterprise District [paragraph no. 15-629 before the leases [paragraph nos. 15-624, 15- 625, and 15-626 to provide an overall vision of Alameda Point development, which would add some sense to the lease discussion. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft agreed context would be provided. Councilmember Daysog requested that the budget allocation [paragraph no. 15-615 be removed from the Consent Calendar. The Interim City Manager suggested the Alameda Point leasing item [paragraph no. 15- 630] also be moved above the leases. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry whether anyone plans on addressing the leases, a member of the audience indicated that he would be speaking on two leases; stated that she would not support the motion. Vice Mayor Matarrese withdrew his motion. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-608) Proclamation Declaring November 1, 2015 as Extra Mile Day in the City of Alameda. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to Jennifer Williams, Social Service Human Relations Board, Community Service Awards recipients, and representatives from the College of Alameda and Bay Ship and Yacht. Ms. Williams, College of Alameda representatives and Kari Thompson made brief comments. (15-609) Proclamation Declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Liz Barela, Building Futures with Women and Children, made brief comments and Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 October 20, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-10-20.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-10-26 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY- - -OCTOBER 26, 2015- -3:30 P.M. (15- ) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a visit to the Environmental Installation Restoration of Site 2 at Alameda Point. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 26, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-10-26.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-11-03 | 1 | 466 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING ESDAY--NOVEMBEF 3, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:04 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 7:05 p.m.] Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-639) Mayor Spencer announced various items that would be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (15-640) Introduction of Peralta Community College District Chancellor Dr. Jowell Laguerre. Dr. Laguerre gave a brief presentation. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-641) Richard Bangert, Alameda, thanked the City for hosting the Alameda Point tour; outlined the tour. (15-642) Irene Dieter, Alameda, stated the East Bay Regional Park District approved the purchase of lot adjacent to Crab Cove; stated public workshops will be held on expansion. Mayor Spencer acknowledged the Friends of Crab Cove. (15-643) Mimi Laubach, Alameda, discussed the new street lights. Mayor Spencer announced people can contact the Alameda Municipal Power General Manager regarding the matter. (15-644) Karin Lucas, Friends of Crown Beach, stated hopefully the City will receive even more visitors to Crab Cove once there are better facilities. (15-645) Dorothy Freeman, Alameda, made an announcement regarding the upcoming memorial for former Councilmember Barbara Kerr on Saturday November 14th; stated people should rsvp to: barbarakerrmemorial@gmail.com Regular Meeting Alameda City Council November 3, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-11-03.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-11-04 | 1 | 481 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY- -NOVEMBER 4, 2015-6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. AGENDA ITEM (15-671) Recommendation to Receive a Report Analyzing the Impact of Rising Rents on Alameda Residents; (15-671A) Public Hearing to Consider Additional Tenant Protections and Provide Direction to Staff about Policies to Pursue regarding Enhanced Mediation/Rent Stabilization, Just Cause Eviction Protection and/or Relocation Benefits, the Composition of the Rent Review Advisory Committee (RRAC), and the Use of Boomerang Funds to Expand the City's Supply of Permanent Affordable Housing; and (15-671B) Ordinance No. 3140, "Imposing within the City of Alameda a Temporary (65 Day) Moratorium on Certain Residential Rent Increases and on Evictions from All Residential Rental Units Except for Just Cause Eviction for the Immediate Preservation of Peace, Health or Safety.' Adopted. Mayor Spencer inquired by a show of hands how many minutes the speakers wanted for speaking: one minute, two minutes or three minutes. Members of the audience indicated support for two minutes. Councilmember Daysog suggested allowing three minutes. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, Councilmembers Oddie and Ezzy Ashcraft and Vice Mayor Matarrese expressed support for giving speakers one minute. Mayor Spencer stated the majority of the Council wants one minute; announced speakers would be able to cede time to other speakers. Janet Smith-Heimer, BAE Urban Economics, began to give her presentation. Mayor Spencer stated that she would like to hear from the speakers while technical difficulties are resolved. Special Meeting Alameda City Council November 4, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-11-04.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-11-09 | 1 | 506 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY- - - -NOVEMBER 9, 2015- 11:00 A.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 11:12 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-673) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring (Government Code Section 54957); Title/description of position to be filled: City Manager Following the Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that the City Council conducted interviews, gave direction to staff and gave direction to have panels conduct interviews. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 5:19 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. | CityCouncil/2015-11-09.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-11-10 | 1 | 507 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -NOVEMBER 10, 2015- -3:00 P.M. (15-674) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a tour of the Jack Clark South Course Construction at the Chuck Corica Golf Complex. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council September 29, 2014 | CityCouncil/2015-11-10.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-11-17 | 1 | MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY -NOVEMBER 17, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:03 p.m. Encinal and Paden School students led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 4. Absent: Vice Mayor Matarrese - 1. AGENDA CHANGES (15-679) Mayor Spencer announced the Community Development Block Grant [paragraph no. 15-690 would be heard above the Resolution appointing Rent Review Advisory Committee measure [paragraph no. 15-698]. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-680) Marjory Cabutotan, Jomar Cabutotan, Matthew Almasco, Jomary Cabutotan, Macie Laguadio, Randell Rubio, Melchris Laguardia, Dan Cristobal, Dave Cristobal, Jasmine Solis, Kristal Osorio and Eleasha De la Cruz, Encinal/Paden students expressed concerns about being evicted from their apartments; stated they live close to school, and on their education would suffer; Sammy Gutierrez, Youth Counselor with Filipino Advocates for Justice, expressed the reasons for not wanting students to have to move from their apartment building due to receiving eviction notices. Following the discussion of the assignment of lease [paragraph no. 15-683], Councilmember Daysog requested staff to provide an explanation for those who spoke. The City Attorney outlined the moratorium; stated it expires in 65 days which is January 9, 2016; the moratorium limits rent increases to 8% in the last 12 months for a certain category of rental units defined in the Costa Hawkins Act; City staff is working on establishing Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the website and drafting permanent legislation to bring to Council; the City Housing Authority is fielding questions; the City intended to have the legislation adopted before the end of the moratorium. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Spencer announced the assignment of lease [paragraph no. 15-683 was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council November 17, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-11-17.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-12-01 | 1 | 519 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - DECEMBER 1, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:06 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-702) Jay Ingram, Alameda, discussed the Encinal Terminals, requested City Council be engaged in the project moving forward. (15-703) Dennis Owens, Alameda, suggested the City Council consider a minimum wage ordinance; outlined other areas that have adopted minimum wage ordinances. (15-704) Matthew Frost expressed concern over the way improvements are being done at the Golf Complex. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*15-705) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting, the Special Joint City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting and the Regular City Council Meeting Held on November 3, 2015; and the Special City Council Meeting Held on November 4, 2015. Approved. (*15-706) Ratified bills in the amount of $3,705,478.26. (*15-707) Recommendation to Accept the Quarterly Sales Tax Report for the Period Ending September 30, 2015 Collected During the Period April 1, 2015 to June 30, 2015. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council December 1, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-12-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-12-04 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FRIDAY--DECEMBER - 4, 2015- 11:45 - A.M. AND SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2015- 11:00 A.M. On December 4, 2015, Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 11:45 a.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-720) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring (Government Code Section 54957); Title/description of position to be filled: City Manager Following the December 15, 2015 Closed Session, Mayor Spencer called a recess at 6:10 p.m. and announced that the Council meeting would resume Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. At 11:00 a.m. on December 5, 2015, Mayor Spencer reconvened the meeting. Following the December 5, 2015 Closed Session, Mayor Spencer announced that direction was given to staff. Recess On December 5, 2015, there being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 12:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council December 4 and 5, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-12-04.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-12-15 | 1 | 535 MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY - -DECEMBER 15, 2015- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:09 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (15-726) Mayor Spencer announced that she would like the amendment to the General Fund budget [paragraph no. 15-732 and the resolution regarding the supplemental health plan and trust [paragraph no. 15-737 removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (15-727) Tom Virsik, Alameda, submitted information and expressed concern over his public records request and compliance with the Sunshine Ordinance. (15-728) Greg Pustelnik, Scout Troup 2, stated the Troup is present to obtain a merit badge called "Citizenship in the Community." Mayor Spencer noted nine members of the troop are in attendance. CONSENT CALENDAR Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval of the Consent Calendar, excluding the amendment to the General Fund budget [paragraph no. 15-732 and the resolution regarding the supplemental health plan and trust [paragraph no. 15-737]. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*15-729) Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting Held on Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting held on November 9, 2015 and the Special and Regular Meetings held on November 17, 2015. Approved. (*15-730) Ratified bills in the amount of $1,238,016.69. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council December 15, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-12-15.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2015-12-18 | 1 | 532 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -DECEMBER - 15, 2015- -4:30 P.M. AND FRIDAY- - - DECEMBER - 18, 2015- -8:30 A.M. On December 15, 2015, Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 4:30 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmembers Matarrese and Oddie arrived at 4:31 p.m.; and Mayor Spencer was absent when the meeting was continued to December 18, 2015] Absent: None. Public Comment Submitted information; discussed the potential lawsuit regarding the proposed hotel at 2350 Harbor Bay Parkway; urged Council to rescind its vote: Pat Lamborn, Alameda. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (15-721) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring (Government Code Section 54957); Title/description of position to be filled: City Manager [Continued to December 18, 2015] (15-722) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code; Number of cases: Two (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action) (15-723) Conference with Conference With Labor Negotiators (54957.6); City Negotiator: Elizabeth D. Warmerdam; Employee Organizations: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245 (IBEW), Electric Utility Professional Association of Alameda (EUPA), Alameda City Employees Association (ACEA), Alameda Police Officers Association Non-Sworn Unit (PANS), and Alameda Management and Confidential Employees Association; (MCEA) Under Negotiation: Salaries and terms of employment. Not heard. Following the December 15, 2015 Closed Session the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Appointment/Hiring, the Council matter was continued to December 18, 2015 at 8:30 a.m.; regarding Anticipated Litigation, direction was given to staff regarding one case and Council received a briefing on one case; and regarding Labor, Council received a briefing. At 8:38 a.m. on December 18, 2015, Vice Mayor Matarrese reconvened the meeting. | CityCouncil/2015-12-18.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-01-05 | 1 | APPROVED MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -JANUARY 5, 2016--7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:12 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (16-003) Presentation by the Oakland International Airport on Anticipated Air Traffic Related to Super Bowl 50. Allen Tai Planning Services Manager gave a presentation. Matt Davis, Assistant Aviation Director at Oakland Airport gave a presentation. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (*16-004) Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings Held on December 1, 2015 and the Special Meeting Held on December 4, and 5, 2015. Approved. (*16-005) Ratified bills in the amount of $3,714,460.08. (*16-006) Recommendation to Award a Contract in the Amount of $547,000, and Authorize the City Manager to Approve Contract Changes, if necessary, up to a Ten Percent Contingency in the Amount of $54,700 for a Total Amount of $601,700, to Asbestos Management Group of California, Inc. for the Demolition, Clean-up and Disposal of Sixteen Vacant Residential Structures Located at Orion Street, West Tower Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 January 5, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-01-05.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-01-19 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -JANUARY 19, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:33 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-013) Conference with Conference with Labor Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6) City Negotiator: Elizabeth D. Warmerdam Employee Organizations: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245 (IBEW), Electric Utility Professional Association of Alameda (EUPA), Alameda City Employees Association (ACEA), Alameda Police Officers Association Non-Sworn Unit (PANS), and Alameda Management and Confidential Employees Association (MCEA) Under Negotiation: Salaries and terms of employment. (16-014) Conference With Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action). (16-015) Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9) Case Name: Winger V. City of Alameda, et al. Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda Case No. RG15755458. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that direction was given to staff regarding all three matters. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:26 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council January 19, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-01-19.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-02-02 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - FEBRUARY 2, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-039) Conference with Conference with Labor Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6) City Negotiator: Elizabeth D. Warmerdam Employee Organizations: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245 (IBEW), Electric Utility Professional Association of Alameda (EUPA), Alameda City Employees Association (ACEA), Alameda Police Officers Association Non-Sworn Unit (PANS), Alameda Management and Confidential Employees Association (MCEA), Executive Management (EXME), and Alameda Municipal Power Unrepresented Management Employees (AMPU) UNDER NEGOTIATION: Salaries and terms of employment. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:22 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council February 2, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-02-02.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-02-16 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - FEBRUARY 16, 2016--6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:03 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 6:08 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-060) The City Council met in Closed Session to discuss: Public Employee Appointment / Hiring Title / position to be filled: City Manager. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced by a vote of 5 to 0, the City Council decided to release the following additional information concerning the selection of the community group members who participated in the selection process of the City Manager, Jill Keimach; as part of the City Manager recruitment, it was decided that the finalists should be interviewed by three groups: a community panel, representatives from the bargaining units and City Department Heads; the group interviews took place on December 4, 2015; the City Councilmembers each provided the names of two individuals they felt should participate in the selection process; three additional names were provided by the Interim City Manager to provide wider representation; the community members were selected as follows: Lisa Gabato Morse and Gerald Bryant were selected by Mayor Spencer; Debra Turnage and Jesus Vargus were selected by Vice Mayor Matarrese; Dan Tuason and Rueben Tilos were selected by Councilmember Daysog; Alison Greene and Reverend Michael Yoshii were selected by Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft; Phong La and Dania Alvarez were selected by Councilmember Oddie; Mark Sorenson from the Chamber of Commerce, Doug Biggs from the Social Service Human Relations Board and Alameda Point Collaborative and Gia Sneider from the Alameda Point business Natel were selected by the Interim City Manager. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:26 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council February 16, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-02-16.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-02-24 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - FEBRUARY 24, 2016--6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 4. Absent: Councilmember Daysog - 1. Public Comment Former Councilmember Doug deHaan, Alameda, submitted information and expressed concern over the cost of constructing affordable housing units, especially the senior housing at Del Monte. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-074) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9); Case Name: Municipal Auditing Services LLC V. City of Alameda; Court: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; Case No.: RG15755722 Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:16 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council February 24, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-02-24.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-02-29 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED FEBRUARY 24, 2016 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY - -FEBRUARY 29, 2016--7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer reconvened the meeting at 7:02 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. CONTINUED REGULAR AGENDA ITEM (16-085) Recommendation to Approve the Central Avenue Complete Streets Concept Including Safety and Other Street Improvements. IN FAVOR: Stated City staff worked with staff at Alameda schools to refine the plan; school staff supports an annual walk and roll to school event each year; the School District wants kids and their families to be healthy; expressed support for the plan: Dr. Sean McPhetridge, Alameda Unified School District. NOT IN FAVOR: Stated traffic is already limited and the plan will limit it more: Mike Ratto, Alameda. Stated that she owns a home on Central Avenue between 8th Street and Burbank Street; she agrees with many aspects of the proposal; removing parking on her street will impact the people in her neighborhood, several of whom are disabled: Rachel Campos de Ivanov, Alameda. Stated the current bicycle lane on Santa Clara Avenue is safer than the proposed plan; he cannot support the plan because of the dangers to bicyclists: Jan Sutter, Alameda, gave a Power Point presentation. Stated that she supports a bike lane, but not the one proposed; suggested a bike light at the intersection of Central Avenue and Webster Street; proposed alterations to the proposal: Rosalinda Fortuna, Alameda. Councilmember Daysog inquired where the bike light in Emeryville is located, to which Vice Mayor Matarrese responded Christie Street. Stated there will be more development and cars in a few years; he lives on 6th Street and Central Avenue; urged putting up a stop light at said corner to protect children and pedestrians: Gerald Bryant, 6th Street Block Association. | CityCouncil/2016-02-29.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-03-01 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED FEBRUARY 16, , 2016 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -MARCH 1, 2016--7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer reconvened the continued meeting at 5:39 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. CONTINUED REGULAR AGENDA ITEM (16-072 Continued) Summary title: Related to the Rent Review, Rent Stabilization and Limitations on Evictions Ordinance Consider: 1) A Resolution Adopting Policy Concerning Capital Improvement Plans (CIP), and 3) An Appropriation of Funds. (16-072A Continued) Adoption of Resolution Adopting Policy Concerning Capital Improvement Plans (CIP). Not adopted; and (16-072B Continued) Appropriation of $300,000 from the General Fund to Fund a Rent Program Fee Study and to Cover the Cost to Administer the Rent-Related Programs through June 30, 2016. Mayor Spencer proposed re-opening the public comment from the February 16th meeting for students to speak and be able to leave the meeting early. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how much time did the students request to speak, to which Mayor Spencer responded six minutes. Councilmember Oddie stated the first reading has already been passed; comments would not be germane; Council is deciding about the appropriations and CIP tonight; the public hearing portion of the item has been closed and a vote has been taken. Mayor Spencer stated the issue is broadly connected to rent; Councilmembers can weigh-in. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated tonight's agenda informs the public that there will be no additional public comment because the item was continued from February 16 and the public comment was closed; Council should not carve out an exception; she is concerned that there could be members of the public watching who would have come to speak as well, had they known Council was going to make an exception and re-open the public speaking. Mayor Spencer stated the public is welcome to come at 7:00 p.m. to speak on the rent issue on the regular agenda; inquired whether a motion is required on the issue. Continued February 16, 2016 Meeting Alameda City Council 1 March 1, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-03-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-03-11 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FRIDAY-MARCH 11, 2016- -9:00 A.M. (16- ) A special meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a tour of Northern Waterfront sites, including Alameda Marina, Encinal Terminals, Alameda Landing, and North Housing. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 11, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-03-11.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-03-15 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - MARCH 15, 2016--6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:01 p.m. and Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 6:05 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-124) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code. Number of Cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiated Legal Action). Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:02 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council March 15, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-03-15.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-04-05 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-- -APRIL 5, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:31 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 5:40 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-144) Conference with Conference with Labor Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6. City Negotiator: Elizabeth D. Warmerdam and Nancy Bronstein. Employee Organizations: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245 (IBEW). Under Negotiation: Salaries and Terms of Employment. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 5, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-04-05.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-04-07 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY- - -APRIL 7, 2016- 12:00 - P.M. (16-169) A special meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a tour of the Natel Energy Facilities. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 7, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-04-07.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-04-19 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--APRIL 19,2016--5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 5:35 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-170) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8) PROPERTIES: Alameda Point: 2600 Saratoga Street - Building 16; 2601 Todd Street - Building 115; and 2599 Todd Street - Building 130; Alameda, CA. City Negotiator: Jennifer Ott, Director of Base Reuse. Organizations Represented: Urban Community Partners, LLC. Issue Under Negotiation: Real Property Negotiations Price and Terms of Payment Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:14 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 19, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-04-19.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-05-03 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- MAY 3, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Public Utilities Board Commissioners Deaton, Sutter, Keimach, and McCormick - 4. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-194) Conference with Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9) Case Name: Zachary Ginsburg V. City of Alameda Court: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda CASE NO: RG15791428 (16-195) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action). Not heard. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer Announced Direction was given to Staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:33 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Irma Glidden Acting City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council May 3, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-05-03.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-05-17 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-MAY - 17, 2016- -4:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 4:30 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 4:31 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-221) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9); Case Name: Zachary Ginsburg V. City of Alameda Court: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda Case No: RG15791428. (16-222) Conference with Labor Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6); City Negotiator: Elizabeth D. Warmerdam and Nancy Bronstein; Employee Organizations: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245 (IBEW); Under Negotiation: Salaries and terms of employment. (16-223) Conference With Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code; Number of cases: One (As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action). Not heard. (16-224) Conference With Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code; Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action). Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Existing Litigation, Labor and Anticipated Litigation, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council May 17, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-05-17.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-06-07 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -JUNE 7, P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-261) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action). Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:39 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council June 7, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-06-07.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-06-21 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY-JUNE 21,2016--6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-286) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of Cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action). (16-287) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Imitation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of cases: Two (As Plaintiff - City Initiated Legal Action). Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff on both items. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 7:14 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council June 21, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-06-21.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-07-05 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--JULY 5, 2016- -6:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:09 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-323) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9); CASE NAME: Zachary Ginsburg V. City of Alameda; COURT: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; CASE NO: RG15791428 Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:32 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council July 5, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-07-05.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-07-19 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--JULY 19, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:32 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-355) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8) PROPERTIES: Northwest Territories at Alameda Point; City Negotiator: Jennifer Ott, Director of Base Reuse. Organizers Represented: East Bay Regional Park District Issue Under Negotiation: Real Property Negotiations Price and Terms of Payment. (16-356) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9). Case Name: Skilling V. City of Alameda Court; Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda Case No: RG14752466. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction given to staff on both items. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:22 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council July 19, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-07-19.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-07-23 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING SATURDAY- - -JULY 23, 2016- -10:00 - - A.M. (16-390A) A special meeting was called to allow the Council to attend a walking tour of the Seaplane Lagoon at Alameda Point. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council July 23, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-07-23.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-08-08 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--AUGUST 8, 2016--7:00 P.M. Acting Mayor Matarrese convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Mayor Spencer was present via teleconference from Coast Bellevue Hotel, 625 116th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98004] Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (16-391) Glenn Steiger, General Manager Alameda Municipal Power (AMP), made brief comments regarding AMP which he observed during the two years he managed AMP; announced he would be retiring. Councilmembers made brief comments thanking Mr. Steiger for his service. (16-392) Bill Rowen, Alameda, stated that he previously suggested the City have a policy regarding late meetings, which did not receive a response; he spoke to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft and she indicated there will not be any more meetings until 3:00 or 4:00 a.m.; suggested the Council put the matter on the agenda. (16-393) Chuck Phillips, Alameda, submitted a photo and discussed 1929 Webster Street. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmember Daysog: Ayes; Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Councilmember Oddie: Aye; Vice Mayor Matarrese: Aye; Mayor Spencer: Aye. Ayes: 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] Regular Meeting Alameda City Council August 8, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-08-08.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-09-06 | 1 | 361 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- - -SEPTEMBER - 6, 2016- -7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:06 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (16-405) Proclamation Declaring September 17, 2016 as Coastal Cleanup Day. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to James Frank, East Bay Regional Park District, who made brief comments. (16-406) Proclamation Declaring October 2 through 8, 2016 as Public Power Week. Mayor Spencer read and presented the proclamation to Laura Giuntini, Public Utilities Board, who made brief comments. Expressed concern over climate change: Ken Peterson, Alameda. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (16-407) Jim Hager, Alameda, questioned whether the City has regulations to prohibit noise and light control when industries move next door to neighborhoods. (16-408) Heather Little, Alameda, discussed a bike versus auto accident on Main Street; stated that she would like the Council to bring adopt Vision Zero. Mayor Spencer stated Vision Zero is to have zero traffic deaths. The City Manager stated the matter would come to Council. (16-409) Kristin Welch, Alameda, expressed appreciation for flashing pedestrian crosswalk lights near schools; stated people are still speeding and something needs to be done to protect pedestrians. The City Manager stated staff is looking at improvements to the area to separate bicyclists from vehicles. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 06, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-09-06.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-09-20 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY - -SEPTEMBER 20, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:47 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. Public Comment Eric Gantos and Joanne Martin, Hot Rod Shop Inc., provided a handout; provided information on his business and urged Council to proceed with the lease with Hot Rod Shop. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-437) Conference with Legal Counsel Worker's Compensation claim (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.95); Claimant: John Brandenburg; Agency claimed against: City of Alameda. (16-438) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8); Property: Alameda Point - Building 530 - 120 W. Oriskany Avenue, Alameda, CA; City Negotiator: Nanette Mocanu/Cushman & Wakefield; Organizations Represented: Hot Rod Shop Inc., and NorCal Clean Tech, LLC; Issue under negotiation: Real Property Negotiations Price and Terms of Payment. (16-439) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9); Case Name: Jean Ann Heninger V City of Alameda, et al.; Court: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; Case No.: RG16806755. (16-440) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9); Case Name: Boatworks V City of Alameda, et al; Court: Superior Court of the State of California, County of Alameda; Case No.: RG16823346. Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Worker's Compensation, Real Property, Case No.: RG16806755 and Case No.: RG16823346, direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:44 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council September 20, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-09-20.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-10-04 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--OCTOBER - 4, 2016--7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES (16-484) Mayor Spencer announced that the Community Facilities District ordinance [paragraph no. 16-499 would be heard first on the regular agenda. Vice Mayor Matarrese suggested the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS) Council referral [paragraph no. 16-501 be addressed after the FAAS Annual Report [paragraph no. 16-500]. Mayor Spencer inquired if that could be done, to which the Acting City Manager responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated the public is present regarding the issue and should not have to come back again. The City Attorney stated the FAAS matter is a presentation; even though there are people to speak on the item, it is not agendized to take any action; the Council referral does not allow for a robust conversation, only to direct staff to look into doing work with FAAS and the FAAS contract. Councilmember Daysog inquired if the referral would follow the FAAS Annual Report, to which Vice Mayor Matarrese responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie inquired if staff is prepared to have the type of discussion that is needed on the referral. The Acting City Manager responded staff can discuss the referral in general, but is not prepared to discuss the substance of the referral. Mayor Spencer stated the discussion would be to decide if the Council wants to proceed with the referral. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired if the discussion would allow the Council to discuss possible budgetary constraints depending on November ballot measures. The City Attorney responded staff is that not prepared to give any substantive Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 4, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-10-04.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-10-18 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--OCTOBER 18, 2016- -5:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 5:06 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Mayor Spencer recused herself and left the meeting at 5:50 p.m.] Absent: None. Public Comment Eric Gantos, Hot Rod Shop Inc., submitted information; urged Council to proceed with the lease with Hot Rod Shop. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-513) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8); Property: Alameda Point - Building 530 - 120 W. Oriskany Avenue, Alameda, CA; City Negotiator: Nanette Mocanu/Cushman & Wakefield; Organizations Represented: Hot Rod Shop Inc., and NorCal Clean Tech, LLC; Issue under negotiation: Real Property Negotiations Price and Terms of Payment. (16-514) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action) Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced that regarding Real Property, direction was given to staff and regarding Anticipated Litigation, Council received a briefing. Adjournment There being no further business, Acting Mayor Matarrese adjourned the meeting at 5:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council October 18, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-10-18.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-11-01 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--NOVEMBER 1, 2016--6:30 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:34 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:35 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16- 551) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action). Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council November 1, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-11-01.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-11-15 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY -NOVEMBER 15, 2016--6:00 P.M. The meeting was cancelled. The following item was not heard: (16-583) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation; Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivisions (b) and/or (c) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code Number of cases: One (As Defendant - City Exposure to Legal Action and/or As Plaintiff - City Initiating Legal Action). Not heard. Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council November 15, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-11-15.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-12-06 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--DECEMBER - 6, 2016--7:00 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 7:11 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. Absent: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft - 1. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (16-608) Mayor Spencer expressed condolences for the Oakland fire victims. The City Manager stated the City of Alameda Facebook page has a GoFundMe account for the fire victims of Oakland; Alameda is continually enhancing Fire and Code Enforcement investigations; the community should let the City know if they see something dangerous so that the City can investigate. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like to also adjourn the meeting in memory of Arnie Fong, a local pharmacist. (16-609) Proclamation Declaring December 1, 2016 as Doug Siden Day. Mayor Spencer read and presented the Proclamation to Doug Siden. Councilmember Oddie, Councilmember Daysog and Vice Mayor Matarrese made brief comments thanking Mr. Siden for his service. (16-610) Presentation of the American Armed Forces Cup Plaque. Mayor Spencer read and presented the plaque to Commander Bas. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (16-611) Gaby Dolphin, Alameda Progressives, expressed support for solar energy and going green in Alameda. (16-612) Angela Hockabout, Alameda Renters Coalition, expressed concern for tenants who cannot afford the exorbitant rent increases and suggested changes to the rent ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 December 6, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-12-06.pdf |
CityCouncil | 2016-12-20 | 1 | MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY--DECEMBER 20, 2016--6:15 P.M. Mayor Spencer convened the meeting at 6:15 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 5. [Note: Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft arrived at 6:18 p.m. and Councilmember Daysog arrived at 6:25 p.m.] Absent: None. The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (16-648) Conference with Legal Counsel Workers' Compensation Claim (Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.95); Claimant: Robert Haun; Agency claimed against: City of Alameda Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and Mayor Spencer announced direction was given to staff. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Spencer adjourned the meeting at 6:51 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance. Special Meeting Alameda City Council December 20, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-12-20.pdf |