2007-08-07 Regular CC MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- - AUGUST 7, 2007- -7:30 P.M.
Mayor Johnson convened the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:43
p.m. Mayor Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers deHaan, Matarrese, Tam, and
Mayor Johnson - 4.
Absent: Councilmember Gilmore - 1.
AGENDA CHANGES
None.
PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
(07 -363) Presentation by East Bay Municipal Utility District on
water conservation.
Doug Linney, Ward 5 Representative, discussed East Bay Municipal
Utility District's perspective on the current water shortage in
California.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the City could work with East Bay
Municipal Utility District on a more efficient irrigation system
for use at the Coast Guard facility.
Mr. Linney responded the issue would be reviewed.
Mayor Johnson stated there was a leaking fire hydrant at the former
Base; a lot of water is wasted from leaking hydrants and sprinkler
systems that do not function properly.
(07 -364) Presentation of the Horace Carpentier Long Wharf Award
for the Bridgeside Center.
Doug Siden, East Bay Regional Park District, and Sandra Thelfel,
Waterfront Action Executive Director, presented the Horace
Carpentier Long Wharf Award.
Mayor Johnson stated that the City is honored to receive the Award;
both sides of the Estuary need to work on improving access to the
Estuary; she appreciates the improvements made on the Oakland side;
the Alameda Landing project will open a large section of the
Estuary to the public; Chuck Foster stated that the Estuary will
become the Rivera of the Bay Area.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Johnson announced that the Minutes [paragraph no. 07 -365],
recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications [paragraph no. 07-
368], Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to
Execute a Lease [paragraph no. 07 -370], and Final Passage of
Ordinance [paragraph no. 07 -372] were removed from the Consent
Calendar for discussion.
Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the remainder of the
Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 4. [Absent: Councilmember Gilmore - 1.] [Items so
enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the
paragraph number.]
(07 -365) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings
held on July 17, 2007.
Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the minutes with the
following corrections to Page 17 and 18: "...Bay Ship and Yacht has
completed a dry dock for a controlled environment for said
activity" and "...he would like to have said matter included in the
big box discussions."
Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by the
following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember deHaan, Councilmember
Matarrese, Vice Mayor Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 4. [Absent:
Councilmember Gilmore - 1.]
( *07 -366) Ratified bills in the amount of $8,621,980.23.
( *07 -367) Recommendation to accept the work of Regency Centers for
the repair to public drainage facilities in coordination with
construction of the Bridgeside Shopping Center improvements.
Accepted.
(07 -368) Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications and
authorize Call for Bids for Grand Street Bridge and Ballena
Boulevard bridge repair and resurfacing, No. P.W. 11- 06 -24.
Councilmember deHaan stated that the Grand Street bridge has no
structural impact other than the guardrail; inquired whether the
guardrail would be included in the scope of work.
The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative; stated work
would include preventative maintenance of exposed concrete.
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Councilmember deHaan stated newspaper articles have addressed the
current situation with the Minneapolis bridges; requested
information on the condition of Alameda bridges and the Tube.
The Public Works Director stated Alameda bridges and the Tube are
not unsafe; CalTrans completed the Webster Street and Posey Tube
retrofitting in 2003; the retrofitting brought both tubes to a "no
collapse" standard, which means that the tubes would not collapse
in the event of an 8.0 earthquake on the Hayward Fault; service is
not guaranteed; the Park Street, Fruitvale Avenue and High Street
bridges are maintained by the County; retrofitting is anticipated
to be completed by the end of 2009; efforts are being made to
secure funding for a lifeline for the Fruitvale Avenue bridge; the
Bay Farm Island bridge was retrofitted by the State in 1998;
currently, the Ballena Boulevard bridge is being seismically
retrofitted; a federal grant is providing 90% funding; hopefully, a
State grant will provide the other 100.
Councilmember deHaan stated that he is concerned that the bridges
and the Tube might not be the City's lifeline and would not provide
a connection to the mainland, Oakland and the rest of the East Bay.
Vice Mayor Tam requested clarification on: 1) the process that
CalTrans uses to rate a bridge deficient, 2) the ratings of the
Park Street, Fruitvale Avenue, and High Street bridges, and 3) the
frequency of bridge inspections.
The Public Works Director responded the bridges are inspected every
two years; stated the rating is based on several different factors;
the High Street Bridge is rated 46.4 on a rating of one to a
hundred.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether below 50 is deficient.
The Public Works Director responded below 50 is considered
structurally deficient but does not mean the bridge is unsafe to
travel; stated Alameda bridges score low because detour length is
one of the major rating indices; decking, approach, and lane width
are considered; structurally, the High Street bridge is in very
good condition.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the foundation is inspected, to
which the Public Works Director responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Johnson inquired what is the rating for the other bridges.
The Public Works Director responded the Park Street bridge is 67.8,
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the Fruitvale Avenue bridge is 68.6, and the Grand Street bridge is
93.6.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the bridges are structurally
similar.
The Public Works Director responded that he would research the
issue.
Mayor Johnson stated that the matter should continually be
reviewed; California is making investments in infrastructure;
people need to understand the consequences of neglecting
infrastructure; inquired whether improvements would include making
the Grand Street bridge more attractive over the water.
The Public Works Director responded the railing would be replaced;
stated one bid would be for replacing the railing in kind, which
would require keeping the cyclone fence; another bid would be for a
higher railing, which would allow the cyclone fence to be removed.
Mayor Johnson stated that some Oakland bridges are much more
attractive [than Alameda's]; railings should be safe but also
attractive; the public should be able to view the waterways.
Councilmember Matarrese stated the 112th Street Dam in Oakland has
the same railing height as the Grand Street bridge but does not
have a cyclone fence; requested a report on bridge ratings for
structural integrity and what needs to be done to ensure Alameda
bridges are structurally sound.
Mayor Johnson requested that landscaping be reviewed to ensure that
lagoon views are not blocked.
Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendation.
Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 4. [Absent: Councilmember Gilmore - 1.1
( *07 -369) Resolution No. 14138, "Authorizing the City's
Participation in the 211 Program and Appropriating $25,000 for
Fiscal Year 2007 - 2008." Adopted.
(07 -370) Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to
Execute a Lease of Vacant Properties at 2300 Alameda Avenue, 2304
Alameda Avenue, and 1224 Oak Street with Thompson Properties
(Lessor) for a City Parking Lot. Introduced.
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Councilmember deHaan inquired whether additional parking space
access is being considered.
The Development Services Director responded the parking study would
make a lot of different recommendations; stated parking is an issue
of quantity and more importantly, location.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether monthly parking would be
available, to which the Development Services Director responded in
the affirmative.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the Park Street Business
Association (PSBR) would perform the coordination.
The Development Services Director responded that PSBR would
coordinate and manage the parking lot.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether twelve parking spaces would be
added, to which the Development Services Director responded in the
affirmative.
Councilmember deHaan inquired what would be the fee per space, to
which the Development Services Director responded $80.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether $80 would cover costs, to
which the Development Services Director responded in the
affirmative.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether tandem parking was
considered.
The Public Works Coordinator responded in the negative; stated
tandem parking would not work in the lot.
Councilmember Matarrese stated tandem parking should be considered
to increase the number of spaces.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the parking lot surface is
adequate.
The Public Works Coordinator responded not at this moment.
Robb Ratto, PSBR, stated twelve people have been identified to
sign a one -year contract with PSBR for a designated parking space
at $80 per month; the lot would be surveyed; thirteen spaces would
generate $1,040 per month and would cover the monthly cost in
addition to paying PSBR $40 for administration; $960 would be
generated from twelve spaces; PSBR Board of Directors approved
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covering the remaining $40 per month; the issue can reviewed after
a year.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether the spaces would be available to the
public in the evenings and weekends.
Mr. Ratto responded in the negative; stated most businesses are
open seven days per week; Lots A and C do not guarantee a space;
PSBR would pay for new signage indicating that the lot is a
permitted lot.
Councilmember deHaan moved introduction of the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 4. [Absent: Councilmember Gilmore - 1.1
( *07 -371) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Community
Improvement Plan for the West End Community Improvement Project to
Extend Certain Plan Time Limitations by Two Years Pursuant to
Senate Bill 1096. Introduced.
(07 -372) Ordinance No. 2968, "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code
by Amending Subsection 13- 2.2(e) (Modifications, Amendments and
Deletions to the California Building Code) of Section 13 -2 (Alameda
Building Code) of Chapter XIII (Building and Housing) to
Incorporate Specific Requirements for the Installation of Fire
Extinguishing Systems." Finally passed.
Steven Edrington, Rental Housing Association of Northern Alameda
County, stated the Association supports the ordinance; the Oakland
Municipal Code waives the sprinkler requirement if a hydrant is
moved closer to the proximity of the building.
Vice Mayor Tam moved final passage of the ordinance.
Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 4. [Absent: Councilmember Gilmore - 1.]
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(07 -373) Public Hearing to consider an appeal of a Planning Board
approval of Planned Development Amendment PDA05 -0001, Major Design
Review DR05 -0010, and Use Permits UP06 -0003 and UP06 -0013 allowing
the demolition of an existing bank building and redevelopment of
the property with a twenty -four hour gas station located at 2234
Otis Drive. The property is located within a Central Business and
Planned Development overlay zoning district (C- 2 -PD); and
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(07 -373A) Resolution No. 14139, "Denying the Appeal and Upholding
the Planning Board's Approval of Planned Development Amendment
PDA05 -0001, Major Design Review DR05 -0010, and Use Permits UP06-
0003 and UP06- 0014." Adopted.
The Supervising Planner gave a brief presentation.
Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing.
Proponents (In favor of Appeal): Debra L. Banks, Alameda (submitted
handout).
Opponents (Not in favor of Appeal) : Deborah Kartiganer, Cassidy,
Shimko, Dawson, Kawakami; Mike Corbitt, Alameda Towne Centre.
There being no further speakers, Mayor Johnson closed the public
portion of the hearing.
Mayor Johnson stated the public is concerned with the loss of the
Chevron Gas Station at the former South Shore Center; the Planning
Board requested that a gas station be located at the Alameda Towne
Centre; previously, four different gas stations were located at the
former South Shore Center.
Councilmember deHaan stated the highest retail leakage has come
from the loss of gas and service stations; the proposed gas station
is similar to the Nob Hill high- volume, discount gas station; the
public is concerned with the Otis Street corridor; Alameda Towne
Center is approximately 60% full and would be impacted further as
the Town Centre grows; a mitigation requirement addressed
installation of a signal at a future date; the location is not the
best for the future; the intersection would become very active; the
Otis Street corridor serves the shopping center and traffic through
the island; he understands the community's continued concern; he is
not happy with the location; the number of tankers has not been
confirmed; larger tanks should be considered.
Councilmember Matarrese stated Safeway provided a range for tanker
movement; inquired whether said range changed.
Todd Paradise, Safeway Real Estate Manager, Fuel Center Northern
California Division, responded strategy is consistent across all
markets; stated options include street pricing and a three -cent
[per gallon] discount for card holders; one delivery is expected
per day; the conditions of approval limit the delivery time.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether tank capacity could be
increased.
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Mr. Paradise responded the proposed site would be a blending site;
stated blending would be done at the pump.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether it would be fair to say that
the proposed site would be a high- volume discount station, to which
Mr. Paradise responded in the negative.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the proposed station would be
similar to the Nob Hill station.
Mr. Paradise responded that he is not aware of the average volume
for Nob Hill stations; stated he thinks of Costco in terms of a
high- volume gas station; the current Nob Hill pricing is most
likely promotional.
Councilmember deHaan inquired how many tankers are delivered to the
Dublin Safeway gas station.
Mr. Paradise responded said station could have one and a half to
two deliveries per day.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the proposed gas station
would go over one tanker per day.
Mr. Paradise responded marketing research indicates the station
would receive one tanker per day.
Councilmember deHaan requested verification on the delivery hours.
Deborah Kartiganer, Cassidy, Shimko, Dawson, Kawakami, stated the
conditions of approval state that Safeway would not have trucks
delivered to the site between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
to 6:00 p.m. during the weekdays and between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30
p.m. on weekends.
Councilmember deHaan inquired when trucks are moved normally.
Mr. Paradise responded trucks are moved twenty -four hours per day;
stated a load of fuel only leaves a terminal full for safety
reasons; larger tanks provide a greater window [for delivery].
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether one of the mitigating factors
was to signal the intersection.
The Supervising Planner responded in the affirmative; stated a
traffic signal would be installed at the Trader Joe's driveway into
the shopping center; the exit would be right turn only from the gas
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station onto Otis Drive; a mitigation measure requires monitoring
of traffic flow for three to five years; the Applicant would need
to turn traffic into a one -way flow through the gas station from
the shopping center and back out to Otis Drive if there is a
problem with cars backing out into Otis Drive and interfering with
traffic; Omni Means felt that the driveway would flow fine without
vehicles cueing out into Otis Drive.
Councilmember deHaan inquired what would be the cost for a signal
at the intersection, to which the Supervising Planner responded
approximately $300,000 to $350,000.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Safeway would be contributing
to the funding.
The Supervising Planner responded Safeway's contribution would be
based on the pro -rated share of traffic going through the
intersection; stated the amount would depend on build out.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether said contribution is in the
agreement.
The Supervising Planner responded in the affirmative; stated the
pro rated contribution is approximately 100 of the total trips at
the intersection.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the rest [of the funding]
would be contributed by the shopping center.
The Supervising Planner responded the shopping center is not
required to contribute anything at this point; stated Safeway would
contribute to the traffic signal cost if expansion is approved.
Vice Mayor Tam left the dais at 9:02 p.m. and returned at 9:04 p.m.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether allocations were set.
The Supervising Planner responded a new traffic signal was required
at the corner of Otis Drive and Park Street in 2003 when the
proposed shopping center expansion went through the Planning Board;
stated the shopping center contributed whatever their portion was
at that time.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether said requirement was in
writing; stated the requirement would be triggered when the
threshold is met because of the gas station or the shopping center
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regardless of the additional square footage.
The Supervising Planner responded the traffic study looked at all
three scenarios; stated the left turn movement out of the shopping
center onto Otis Drive during rush hour would fail the threshold
using the City's threshold of significance under cumulative
conditions in 2025; the gas station would be contributing to a
significant impact at the intersection.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the project [Safeway Gas
Station] would require a signal without consideration of future
expansion.
The Supervising Planner responded the threshold would be triggered
within the next twenty years when the project is considered with
other projects have been approved but not built, including the
112,000 square foot shopping center expansion approved by the
Planning Board a couple of years ago, other projects such as the
Chinese Christian School, and population growth of a half a percent
per year; stated the threshold would not be met with the project
[Safeway Gas Station] alone.
Councilmember Matarrese stated that new information has not been
provided since the last Call for Review; a bio- diesel blend would
be available; different fueling options will need to be considered
in the next twenty years; the developer has done a great job in
bringing quality stores to Alameda Towne Center; the proposed site
is preferable to the previous gas station location.
Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution denying
the Appeal and Upholding the Planning Board's Approval of Planned
Development Amendment PDA05 -0001, Major Design Review DR05 -0010,
and Use Permits UP06 -0003 and UP06 -0014.
Mayor Johnson stated that she is not aware of another gas station
that provides bio- diesel in Alameda; many people are enthusiastic
about the gas station.
Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Vice Mayor Tam stated that she is very
comfortable with the Planning Board's and community's thorough
vetting of conditions placed on the project; the gas station would
be an asset to the neighborhood; the City Council received a
petition with 3,000 signatures supporting the replacement of a gas
station in 2002 and 2003.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following
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voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Matarrese, Vice Mayor Tam, and
Mayor Johnson - 3. Abstentions: Councilmember deHaan - 1. [Absent:
Councilmember Gilmore - 1.]
(07 -374) Recommendation to approve the second amendment to the
Contract for the use of HOME Funds between Alameda Development
Corporation and the City of Alameda for Buena Vista Commons.
The Development Services Director gave a brief presentation.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether a construction schedule has been
developed.
The Development Services Director responded construction would
start within two weeks.
Mayor Johnson inquired when completion would be anticipated.
The Development Services Director responded twelve months; stated
Alameda Development Corporation's (ADC's) portion would be
completed sooner.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether milestones have been established for
the sweat equity portion.
The Development Services Director responded Habitat for Humanities
has screened the property owners; stated announcements would be
sent out to engage the community's help to build the homes.
Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether Bob Haun would be managing
the schedule for Habitat for Humanities and ADC.
The Development Services Director responded the general contractor
is Habitat for Humanities; stated Mr. Haun would help in overseeing
the project.
Councilmember deHaan inquired when the land was acquired.
The Development Services Director responded money was given to ADC
to purchase the property in 2000.
Councilmember deHaan stated that the process has been long; Habitat
for Humanities made the project happen; the partnership is great;
inquired whether ADC could partner with Habitat for Humanities on
other projects.
The Development Services Director responded the City always looks
for future projects; stated the Community Improvement Commission
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(CIC) housing funds are committed for the next five to seven years.
Dan Lachman, ADC Executive Director, stated all necessary
agreements have been completed between ADC and Habitat for
Humanities; the project has taken longer than expected; Habitat for
Humanities would be playing the role of co- developer and general
contractor.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether ownership guidelines have
been developed, to which Mr. Lachman responded in the negative.
Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Habitat for Humanities'
guidelines would be used.
Mr. Lachman responded Habitat for Humanities has selected four
households that would be involved in the self -help portion; ADC
would be selecting two moderate and two low- income buyers; a
lottery would be conducted.
Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendation.
Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 4. [Absent: Councilmember Gilmore - l.]
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON- AGENDA
(07 -375) Dylan Saloner, Alameda, stated that Alameda Point should
be developed as a car free community; more information can be
obtained on his website carfreepoint.net.
(07 -376) Nancy Schlegel, Alameda, stated her trash bins are
blocked by recycling bins; requested help with the issue.
Mayor Johnson suggested that Ms. Schlegel contact the Public Works
Director.
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
(07 -377) Consideration of Mayor's nominations for appointment to
the Public Art Commission and Transportation Commission.
Mayor Johnson nominated Rod A. Arrants to the Public Art Commission
and Nielsen Tam to the Transportation Commission.
(07 -378) Vice Mayor Tam stated that she attended League of
California Cities Executive Forum a couple of weeks ago; the League
is requesting opposition to Assembly Bill 414 because the Bill
requires that cities review fair share housing on non - residential
zoned land in a uniform way with no exceptions to community
uniqueness.
(07 -379) Vice Mayor Tam stated she spoke to a Moraga City
Councilmember who works for CalTrans; the Moraga City Councilmember
suggested contacting the CalTrans Director to discuss the Webster
Street and Posey Tube lighting issue.
(07 -380) Vice Mayor Tam stated that a lot of cities are looking
into Charter review; requested that staff provide Council with
guidelines and parameters for forming a Charter Review Committee;
the focus would be on cleaning up some of the language dating back
to 1930 addressing the Secret Police Fund, Council compensation,
meeting schedules, and the role of the Public Utilities Board.
(07 -381) Vice Mayor Tam stated that she wished to publicly
acknowledge the Friends of the Library and Library Foundation for
having an incredibly successful fundraiser for public art on
Sunday.
(07 -382) Councilmember deHaan thanked the Planning and Building
Director for providing feedback on the notification process; stated
the guidelines are not adequate for Alameda Landing, the Northern
Waterfront, and Alameda Point; better public notification is
needed; requested feedback on additional ways to provide and expand
notification.
(07 -383) Councilmember Matarrese stated that he received an email
from Congressman Stark's office regarding the Federal Drug
Administration lab at Harbor Bay Business Park; the Commissioner
has suspended immediate plans for closing the lab and consolidating
labs; Alameda needs to continue to express interest in keeping the
lab open and not consolidating labs because labs perform testing on
incoming agriculture; adequate pharmaceutical and food protection
is important because of the recent increase in the Far East
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production of drug and food products without regulatory
infrastructure; continued lobbying efforts would be very helpful.
Mayor Johnson concurred with Councilmember Matarrese; stated things
come in from foreign countries that are not tested; problems are
not discovered until after the fact; foreign product testing should
be increased.
(07 -384) Mayor Johnson stated that she attended the League of
California Cities summer training session; encouraged
Councilmembers to attend next year; stated Councilmember deHaan
attended also.
(07 -385) Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Emergency Operations
Plan would be coming to Council in the spring.
The Assistant City Manager stated he thought the Plan would be
coming to Council next year; he will get the exact date.
Councilmember Matarrese requested that information be provided on
the rate limiting steps.
Mayor Johnson requested information on regional funding, how the
funding is used, and whether funding comes to Alameda.
(07 -386) Councilmember deHaan stated Council should express thanks
for postponing the decision on the Harbor Bay Business Park lab;
the desire to retain the lab should be emphasized.
(07 -387) Councilmember deHaan stated that the Tube lighting should
be completed by the end of the month.
The Assistant City Manager stated the first set of lights are
expected to go in this week.
Mayor Johnson stated that staff should keep on eye on the matter.
(07 -388) Councilmember deHaan stated that he attended the League of
California Cities meeting; he took a side trip to Fort Ord with the
City Manager.
(07 -389) Councilmember deHaan stated Alameda Towne Center removed
the recycling center for clothes; The Salvation Army and Goodwill
are still available; grocery stores should be mandated to have on-
site recycling if recycled materials are generated; suggested that
staff review the matter.
Mayor Johnson stated that the issue should be broadened to provide
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the public with other recycling opportunities; staff should not be
limited to just looking at shopping centers for recycling.
Councilmember deHaan stated recycling is being discouraged.
Vice Mayor Tam stated recycled material can be placed in the blue
bins provided by Alameda County Industries (ACI).
Councilmember deHaan stated Alameda is not doing what should be
done [to provide recycling centers].
Mayor Johnson stated staff should not limit where to look [for
recycling center opportunities].
(07 -390) Mayor Johnson requested that the Police Chief address the
animal shelter issue.
The Police Chief stated a number of inquiries have been received
regarding the animal shelter; animal welfare is the utmost
priority; opportunities have come up to review practices; a report
will be provided to Council within a month; a volunteer coordinator
has been instituted.
Mayor Johnson requested that the report include information on
listing animals on different pet adoption websites and walking
hours.
Vice Mayor Tam inquired what is the volunteer to dog ratio.
The Police Chief responded four dogs were involved at the time of
the animal shelter situation.
Vice Mayor Tam stated at one point the shelter had forty -three
volunteers for eight dogs.
Mayor Johnson stated a lot of animals were at the shelter when the
Naval Air Station closed; inquired whether the shelter has
experienced a significant decline in the number of animals at the
shelter.
The Police Chief responded information is still being gathered.
Mayor Johnson inquired whether said information would be included
in the report, to which the Police Chief responded in the
affirmative.
ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the
Regular Meeting at 9:53 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown
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