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2010-02-03 Regular ARRA MinutesAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Wednesday, February 3, 2010 The meeting convened at 7:15 p.m. with Chair Johnson presiding. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Beverly Johnson Boardmember Lena Tam Boardmember Frank Matarrese Boardmember Marie Gilmore Vice Chair Doug deHaan 2. CONSENT CALENDAR 2 -A. Approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 6, 2009. The Consent Calendar was motioned for approval by Member Tam, seconded by Member deHaan and passed by the following voice votes: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0, Abstentions: 0 3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS None. 4. ORAL REPORTS 4 -A. Oral report from Member Matarrese, Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) representative - Highlights of January 7 Alameda Point RAB Meeting. Member Matarrese discussed the highlights of the January 7 RAB meeting, including a report of Site OU -2C which has a contaminated discharge line under a slab in Bldg. 400. The RAB recommends it be removed, but the Navy is citing potential compromise to the structural integrity of building. The second highlight was a report on the block of cement in the seaplane lagoon, to which the Navy made no comment. Member Matarrese would like a presentation and technical summary from the Navy of cleanup activities and costs, including dollar figures, completed to date. Member Matarrese stated that it is good for the community to understand that remediation is an ongoing process. He will attend the next RAB meeting tomorrow (2/4). Member Gilmore asked if it was requested of the Navy to substantiate their claim about the structural integrity of Bldg. 400. Member Matarrese replied that a letter was sent to them with that request. Richard Bangert, speaker, supported the suggestion made by Member Matarrese calling for a public presentation of the clean up activities at the base. He agreed that such a presentation would benefit the community at large. He discussed the Record of Decision (ROD) document for Site 1, explaining that it comprises 43,000 pages of data, emphasizing the need for the community to have a deep understanding of the clean -up efforts. Mr. Bangert also recommended that the regulatory agencies who oversee the clean -up be featured in the presentation. Agenda Item #2 -A ARRA 03 -03 -2010 Chair Johnson agreed with Mr. Bangert that the regulatory agencies, including the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Water board should participate in the presentation. Chair Johnson further stated that the Board supports Member Matarrese's recommendation for a public presentation regarding the remediation activities at Alameda Point. 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON - AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT) There were several speakers. Jean Sweeney suggested a `before and after' powerpoint presentation of the clean -up sites. Jim Sweeney agreed with Richard Bangert and Member Matarrese about a presentation to the public. Mr. Sweeney encourages educating the public about remediation, the plan, and what can be done realistically at Alameda Point. Gretchen Lipow — attends RAB meetings, was impressed with the bright, talented members and how they interact with the agencies. Ms. Lipow invites the public to observe these meetings, stating that the group looks out for the communities' welfare. 6. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY Vice Chair deHaan discussed the Special Election of Feb 2nd regarding Measure B. There were 14,000 votes cast — 85% NO and 15% YES. 7. ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 7:31 p.m. by Chair Johnson. Respectfully submitted, Irma Glidden ARRA Secretary