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Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings and the Special Joint City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting Held on March 3, 2026. (City Clerk)
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Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting
Tuesday- -March 3, 2026- -2:00 p.m.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 2:00 p.m.
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Boller, Jensen, Pryor and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5.
Absent: None.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(26- ) Public Employee Appointment/Hiring; Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957; Title/Description of Positions to be Filled: City Manager
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and the City Clerk announced that regarding Public Employee Appointment/Hiring, the City Council conducted interviews and no vote was taken.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 6:53 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting
Tuesday- -March 3, 2026- -7:00 p.m.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. Vice Mayor Pryor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Boller, Daysog, Jensen, Pryor, and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5.
Absent: None.
Agenda Changes
None.
Proclamations, Special Orders of the Day and Announcements
(26- ) Proclamation Declaring March 2026 as Women’s History Month.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft read the proclamation.
Discussed women in history: Brian Kennedy, Alameda.
Oral Communications, Non-Agenda
(26- ) Brian Kennedy, Alameda, inquired where residents can find information on federal funds the City receives; discussed sanctuary cities not being eligible for federal funds.
(26- ) Roan Byrne-Sarno, Alameda, urged Council to convert the City’s sanctuary city resolution into an ordinance, ensure the Alameda Police Department (APD) has a written policy not to cooperate with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), designate all City-owned property as ICE-free zones, and cancel the City’s contract with Flock Safety; urged Council to pass a Charter amendment that expands voting rights to 16 and 17-year olds in School Board elections.
(26- ) Mitch Ball, Alameda, noted that he submitted his comments via email; discussed a previous Planning Board meeting; stated the Board previewed an early look at the Housing Element report; discussed harmful xenophobic and racist policies from decades ago that still have lasting impacts today; stated drastic actions to reverse the injustices of the past must be taken.
(26- ) Gabriel Duncan, Alameda Native History Project, submitted a handout and discussed a community research project; announced upcoming events and acorn harvest trainings.
(26- ) Paula Rainey, Alameda Family and Friends for Collective Liberation, discussed residents’ concerns about bombings and war and the Peoples’ Arms Embargo; urged residents to call Supervisor Tam and urge her to support the Alameda County Ethical Investment Plan.
(26- ) Ralph Walker, Alameda, discussed his previous support for the new track at Encinal High School; stated that he was told he cannot use the new track; urged Council to speak to staff so he may continue his track and field club.
(26- ) Zac Thayer, Alameda, made comments.
Consent Calendar
Councilmember Daysog recused himself from the Resolution for Landscaping and Lighting District 84-2 [paragraph no. 26- ].
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor Pryor seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(*26- ) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings Held on February 3, 2026, and the Special Meeting Held on February 7, 2026. Approved.
(*26- ) Ratified bills in the amount of $6,173,192.61.
(*26- ) Recommendation to Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute the Second Amendment to the Sub-Management Agreement with Cerda Zein Real Estate, for an Additional Four-Month Term, for Residential Property Management Services at Alameda Point. Accepted.
(26- ) Resolution No. 16366, “Appointing an Engineer-of-Work and an Attorney-of-Record for Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84-2 (Various Locations Throughout the City).” Adopted.
Since Councilmember Daysog recused himself, the matter carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Boller, Jensen, Pryor and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 4. [Absent: Councilmember Daysog - 1.]
(*26- ) Resolution No. 16367, “Appointing an Engineer-of-Record and an Attorney-of-Record for Marina Cove Maintenance Assessment District 01-1 (Marina Cove).” Adopted.
Continued Agenda Items
None.
Regular Agenda Items
(26- ) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Chapter XXII (Streets and Sidewalks), Article I (Streets), Section 22-3 (Repairs) in Its Entirety and Repealing and Replacing Chapter XXII (Streets and Sidewalks), Article II (Sidewalks), Sections 22-18 (Repair of Sidewalks and Other Works) and 22-20 (Specifications) to Amend the Sidewalk Repair Procedures and Make Other Technical Amendments. Introduced.
The Public Works Director gave a Power Point presentation.
In response to Councilmember Daysog’s inquiry regarding a meet-and-confer process, the Public Works Director responded the ordinance presented on January 6 was not adopted, therefore, there was never a meet-and-confer process; stated the ordinance brought to Council tonight pertains to collections; the collections policy adopted by Council on January 6 authorized staff to work with a debtor to resolve the matter before any further enforcement and/or collections actions are taken.
Councilmember Daysog stated that he appreciates the removal of the lean process, which can become a problem for those trying to sell a house; expressed support for the collections policy adopted on January 6.
The Public Works Director responded staff is always available to engage and discuss with any property owner that receives a notice or invoice.
Councilmember Daysog moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Boller seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
(26- ) Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute a Lease for a Restaurant Suite Portion of the Historic Alameda Theatre Complex, with Play House, LLC, Doing Business as Director's Cut (Project Burger), Located at 2319 Central Avenue, Alameda, California, for a Term of Thirty-Six (36) Months with One (1) Extension Option for Thirty-Six (36) Months. Introduced.
The Administrative Management Analyst gave a Power Point presentation.
Made brief comments: Zac Thayer, Alameda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated it is not easy to run a small business; staff worked with the business owner to help them run a more successful business; expressed support for the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Pryor expressed support for the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Pryor moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Jensen seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
City Manager Communications
None.
Oral Communications, Non-Agenda
None.
Council Referrals
None.
Council Communications
(26- ) Mayor’s Nomination for Appointment to the Historical Advisory Board. Not heard.
(26- ) Vice Mayor Pryor announced that she attended the screening for the documentary “The Apology.”
(26- ) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft announced that she also attended the screening; further announced that she attended a League of California Cities Board meeting and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission monthly meeting; noted a policy was moved forward for transit oriented communities, including rental protections; stated that she also attended the League of California Cities East Bay Division Annual Legislators dinner.
(26- ) Councilmember Daysog announced that he attended the welcome event for the Australian soccer team, the City Council/Alameda Unified School District subcommittee meeting, and a zoom meeting facilitated by the Public Works Director regarding tree planting along Fernside Boulevard.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 8:06 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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Minutes of the Joint Meeting of the City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission (SACIC)
Tuesday- -March 3, 2026- -6:59 p.m.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 8:06 p.m.
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers/Commissioners Boller, Daysog, Jensen, Pryor and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft - 5.
Absent: None.
Consent Calendar
Councilmember/Commissioner Jensen moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember/Commissioner Boller seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(*26- SACIC) Minutes of the Special Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting Held on January 6, 2026. Approved.
(*26- CC/26- SACIC) Recommendation to Accept the Investment Transactions Report for the Quarter Ending December 31, 2025. Accepted.
Agenda Item
(26- CC/26- SACIC) Resolution No. 16368, “Amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget” Adopted.” Adopted; and
(26- A CC) Resolution No. 16369, “Approving Workforce Changes for Fiscal Year 2025-26.” Adopted.
The Finance Director and Budget Manager gave a Power Point presentation.
In response to Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft’s inquiry about the Recreation and Parks Department $94,567 in miscellaneous revenue, the Finance Director responded the revenue is from a bookkeeping error made over a couple of years.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft stated staff is requesting a one-time overtime payment to cover unexpected extra work performed during an emergency response after a City sewer main was damaged at the golf course; inquired what caused the damage.
The Assistant City Manager responded Greenway Golf did not conduct the proper work to locate an underground utility and hit a sewer line; stated staff sent a letter requesting reimbursement.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft stated if the City did not cause the damage, it should not pay for it; noted the City received a $118,200 donation from the Friends of the Library, which will be used to fund the summer reading program.
In response to Councilmember/Commissioner Jensen’s inquiry regarding the non-labor budget and insurance policy, the Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded $500,000 is needed to cover the insurance policy.
Councilmember/Commissioner Jensen inquired whether the $109,383 is contingency from the original contract.
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded the amount is for the Alameda Transportation Management Association (ATMA), which receives 40% of the Community Facilities District (CFD) 17-1 revenues to run Transportation Demand Management (TDM) services; stated the fund experienced higher than anticipated revenues; staff is adjusting the amount to ensure the ATMA continues to receive the 40% allocation to pay for passes for residents and employees, as well as to help fund the water shuttle.
In response to Councilmember/Commissioner Jensen’s inquiry whether a contract was previously approved, the Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated that she was previously unsure whether the $500,000 could be accommodated in the budget.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft stated a sustainable communities grant, which requires matching funds, would be sought for long-term planning to replace the wooden bridge to Bay Farm; if the City does not receive the grant, the funds will be used to support the five-year update to the Vision Zero Action Plan, totaling $60,000; inquired what is currently being done about the wooden bridge.
The Assistant City Manager responded if staff does not receive the grant, the $60,000 that would have been used for the match would be used to fund an initial feasibility study to determine potential options and costs for the bridge; stated the grant would look at full replacement options.
The Budget Manager noted staff will provide additional funding requests for the wooden bridge as part of the mid-cycle budget.
Councilmember/Commissioner Boller moved adoption of the budget resolution and the workforce changes resolution.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Pryor seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog stated he did not support the previous budget due to Officer positions being frozen at 72, when historically it has been 88; he believes the money is available to have 88 positions, therefore, why the number is frozen at 72 is not clear to him.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft noted other Councilmembers have previously expressed support for the number of officers to be increased as well.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers/Commissioners Boller, Jensen, Pryor and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 4. Noes: Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog - 1.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk and Secretary, SACIC
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.