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Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting, the Joint City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting, the Regular City Council Meeting Held on September 1, 2026. (City Clerk)
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Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting
Tuesday- -September 1, 2026- -5:30 p.m.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Boller, Daysog, Jensen, Pryor and Mayor Ezzy
Ashcraft - 5. [Note: Councilmembers Daysog and Jensen arrived at 5:31 p.m.]
Absent: None.
Consent Calendar
Vice Mayor Pryor moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Boller seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
(*26- _CC) Recommendation to Approve City Manager Gerry Beaudin, Base Reuse and Economic Development Director Abigail Thorne-Lyman, Base Reuse Manager Alesia Strauch, Acting City Attorney Len Aslanian, and JLL Managing Director Kristi Childers, as Real Property Negotiators for Building 24 at Alameda Point, 2301 Monarch St., Alameda CA 94501 (Multiple Parties).
(*26- _CC) Recommendation to Approve Gerry Beaudin, City Manager, Abigail Thorne-Lyman, Base Reuse and Economic Development Director, Alesia Strauch, Base Reuse Manager, Kristi Childers, Jones Lang LaSalle, and Len Aslanian, Acting City Attorney, as Real Property Negotiators for Piers 2 and 3 and Adjacent Property at Alameda Point.
Public Comment:
Marianne Morgan, expressed concern within the community about the companies the city will be negotiating with, as some are involved with the military and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(26- ) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8); Property: 2301 Monarch Street (Building 24), Alameda, CA 94501; City Negotiators: City Manager Gerry Beaudin, Base Reuse and Economic Development Director Abigail Thorne-Lyman, Base Reuse Manager Alesia Strauch, Acting City Attorney Len Aslanian, JLL Managing Director Kristi Childers; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda; American Rail, Inc., a Delaware C Corp; Apollo Atomics, Inc, a Delaware corporation; Bulwark Dynamics, Inc., a Delaware corporation; Giga Energy, Inc., a Delaware corporation; Marque Ventures Management, LLC, a Delaware LLC; MRP Menlo Equities, LLC; and Paceline Investors LLC, a California LLC; Under Negotiation: Price and terms of lease or sale
(26- ) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8); Property: Piers 2 and 3 and Adjacent Property at Alameda Point; City Negotiators: City Manager Gerry Beaudin, Base Reuse and Economic Development Director Abigail Thorne-Lyman, Base Reuse Manager Alesia Strauch, Jones Lang LaSalle Kristi Childers, and Acting City Attorney Len Aslanian; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA), and Manson Construction Company; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Lease
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and the City Clerk announced that regarding Building 24, staff provided information and Council provided direction, with no vote taken; and regarding Piers 2 and 3, staff provided information and Council provided direction by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 7:09 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- -September 1, 2026- -6:59 p.m.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:09 p.m. Councilmember/Commissioner Jensen led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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 Joint City Council and SACIC Meeting Held on June 2, 2026. Approved.
(26- CC/26- SACIC) Recommendation to Accept the Investment Transactions Report for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2026. Accepted.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk and Secretary, SACIC
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- -September 1, 2026- -7:00 p.m.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:12 p.m.
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- ) Presentation of Domestic Violence Prevention Video by Alameda Family Services Youth Advisory.
Katherine Shwartz, Alameda Family Services, made brief comments.
The City Clerk read a disclosure prior to the video being shown.
(26- ) San Francisco Bay Area Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) Presentation of Resolution of Appreciation for Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft.
Seamus Murphy, WETA, made brief comments.
Oral Communications, Non-Agenda
(26- ) Josh Altieri, Housing Authority, provided update on the voucher program; highlighted upcoming community partnerships.
(26- ) Ken Levins, Marina Shores Homeowners Association (MS HOA), discussed a proposal for two-way traffic pattern; highlighted the significance and urged Council to bring forward a referral.
(26- ) Sid, Alameda, expressed concern over use of Flock cameras; urged Council to end contract with Flock.
(26- ) Amos White, Alameda, discussed impacts of data centers; urged Council to reject all proposals for data centers in Alameda.
(26- ) Anna Maier, MS HOA, outlined her experience on waterfront property and the cross island bike trail; urged Council to consider bike access and pedestrian safety.
(26- ) Chris Blair, Alameda, expressed opposition to Delaware companies negotiating in Alameda.
(26- ) Katya Marthy, Alameda, expressed concern about the content of the closed session meeting; asked for transparency and representation.
(26- ) Doyle Saylor, Alameda, stated that he objects to having AI data centers in Alameda.
(26- ) Meilani Sheehan discussed a family member.
Consent Calendar
Councilmember Jensen expressed appreciation for the ordinance citing vehicles parked in bike lanes [paragraph no. 26- ]; 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 July 7, 2026. Approved.
(*26- ) Ratified bills in the amount of $22,878,550.38.
(*26- ) Recommendation to Authorize Updates to the Existing Alameda Police Department Policy Manual to Conform to Best Practices and to Ratify Policies that Have Been Updated Pursuant to Legal Updates, Significant Liability Issues, and Imminent Safety. Accepted.
(*26- ) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Five-Year Agreement with Thunderbird Communications Inc. for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Support Service, for a Total Cumulative Amount Not-to-Exceed $171,880. Accepted.
(*26- ) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Bhogal Brothers Construction Inc. for the Mastick Senior Center Roof Drain Replacement Project (PW No 11-25-22) in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $268,908, including a 20% Contingency, and Approve Project Plans and Specifications. Accepted.
(*26- ) Recommendation to Ratify the City Manager's Execution of the Second Amendment to the Ambulance Transport Services Agreement with the County of Alameda to Accept Reimbursement Funds for the Alameda CARE Team's Response to Certain 911 Calls. Accepted.
(*26- ) Resolution No. 16443, “Confirming the Terms and Conditions for Compensation, Including Portal-to-Portal Pay and Overtime, for Alameda Fire Department Personnel Responding to Emergency Incidents Away from Their Official Duty Station.” Adopted.
(*26- ) Summary Title: Approve Submission of Five Grant Applications Totaling $5.03 Million to the Alameda County Transportation Commission and Adopt the Following Separate Resolutions:
Resolution No. 16444, “Authorizing the Filing of an Application for Alameda County Transportation Commission Administered Funding for the Priority Plan Implementation with Paving: West End Corridors Project and Committing Any Necessary Matching Funds and Stating Assurances to Complete the Project.” Adopted;
(*26- A) Resolution No. 16445, “Authorizing the Filing of an Application for Alameda County Transportation Commission Administered Funding for the Neighborhood Greenways Phase 2 Implementation Project and Committing Any Necessary Matching Funds and Stating Assurances to Complete the Project.” Adopted;
(*26- B) Resolution No. 16446, “Authorizing the Filing of an Application for Alameda County Transportation Commission Administered Funding for the Grand Street Safety Improvements: Phase 3 Project and Committing Any Necessary Matching Funds and Stating Assurances to Complete the Project.” Adopted;
(*26- C) Resolution No. 16447, “Authorizing the Filing of an Application for Alameda County Transportation Commission Administered Funding for the Wooden Bridge Replacement Feasibility Study and Committing Any Necessary Matching Funds and Stating Assurances to Complete the Project.” Adopted; and
(*26- D) Resolution No. 16448, “Authorizing the Filing of an Application for Alameda County Transportation Commission Administered Funding for the Alameda High School-School Safety Assessment Implementation Project and Committing Any Necessary Matching Funds and Stating Assurances to Complete the Project.” Adopted.
(*26- ) Ordinance No. 3409, “Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Section 8-8.10 (No Parking in Bicycle Lanes) to Article 8-8 (General Parking Regulations) of Chapter VIII (Traffic, Motor Vehicles and Alternative Transportation Modes), to Prohibit the Parking of a Vehicle in Any Designated Class II, Class III, or Class IV Bicycle Lane within the City of Alameda.” Finally passed.
Continued Agenda Items
None.
Regular Agenda Items
(26- ) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Commitment Letter to MidPen Housing and the Alameda Point Collaborative to Provide Operating Subsidy of up to $1 Million Annually with a 2.5% Annual Escalation for Twenty Years for the Stardust Gardens Supportive Housing Project Commencing in Fiscal Year 2028-2029.
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(26- ) Councilmember Daysog moved approval of providing 20 minutes for the presentation.
Councilmember Boller seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
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The City Manager, Base Reuse and Economic Development Director and David Vargas, VPCC, Inc., gave a Power Point presentation.
Councilmember Pryor inquired whether 25 vouchers will be transferred; whether financial burden is only pertaining to the 5 new vouchers.
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded 25 vouchers will be terminated and reissued for Stardust Gardens, along with 5 new vouchers.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the 25 vouchers being referred are Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), to which the Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the 25 PBVs are tied to specific units.
Abby Goldware Potluri, MidPen Housing, responded in the affirmative; stated the contract it is project based.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether Housing Authority has selected PBV to leverage financing.
Ms. Goldware Potluri responded in the negative; stated vouchers are used for operating costs; stated no debt is being leveraged against PBV.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether Ms. Goldware Potluri is aware of the difference between PBV and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), to which Ms. Goldware Potluri responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether current PBVs would be terminated and awarded as PBVs for Stardust Gardens.
Ms. Goldware Potluri responded in the affirmative; stated PBVs would be issued as a new award with a 20-year term.
In response to Councilmember Daysog’s further inquiry about financing, Ms. Goldware Potluri stated PBVs are a transaction via a contract with Alameda Point Collaborative; the Housing Authority is not currently leveraging vouchers for its own benefit.
Stated the process for housing development is nonlinear; Stardust Gardens will serve individuals with little to no income, which requires substantial rental operating subsidy; outlined plans to secure competitive funding to advance Stardust Gardens: Abby Goldware Potluri, MidPen Housing.
Discussed MidPen Housing’s work and collaborations over the past 11 years; expressed appreciation for the City’s responsiveness; stated funding will make a big difference: Matt Franklin, MidPen Housing.
Outlined costs for turning and maintaining Alameda Point Collaborative (APC) units; stated extreme costs are required to provide safe and clean housing to residents; expressed appreciation to Council: Andrea Urton, APC.
Stated despite other issues, the focus is the people; expressed concern over individuals living in undignified conditions; stated the commitment letter is needed to move the project forward: Keith McCoy, APC.
Expressed shock that Housing Authority is unwilling to share vouchers; stated the deadline is critical as to not lose more funding; thanked Council for its support: Lisa Maxwell, APC.
Stated Operation Dignity has been committed to making a difference for 20 years; outlined its purpose of housing to provide shelter, safety and a place to rebuild lives; urged Council to continue working together to provide solutions: Timothy Evans, Operation Dignity.
Expressed strong support for Stardust Gardens; stated SF Bay Ferry was awarded a grant with provisions regarding the development of this housing; housing will support the success of the Seaplane Lagoon ferry service; urged Council to authorize the City Manager to sign the letter; expressed excitement about the future ferry service projects: Lauren Gulatre, SF Bay Ferry.
Stated there is interconnectedness of challenges within food, housing, and transportation; residents deserve the opportunity to remain rooted; Stardust Gardens is the first step in a larger vision to serve the community: Teale Harden, Alameda Food Bank.
Expressed strong support for keeping Stardust Gardens on track; stated securing financing and advancing housing is beneficial; urged Council approval: Josh Roden, Brookfield Residential.
Stated this decision has consequences for Alameda Point Collaborative; outlined the increase of infrastructure and development costs; expressed admiration for the courage required for developers to continue; urged Council support: Joe Ernst, Alameda.
Expressed support for the City committing funding, but disappointment with the approach; stated issuance of vouchers would be in violation of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); the City has pressured the Housing Authority; requested the City not to modify the City’s relationship with the Housing Authority; the politized process is damaging to future projects: Carly Grob, Alameda.
Provided a handout previously submitted electronically; expressed commitment to complete the Stardust Gardens project; outlined details of the August 19 Alameda Housing Authority (AHA) board meeting; stated PBVs must be awarded through a HUD approval process, which has not been conducted; AHA cannot confirm funding; projections for 2027 currently show a deficit; outlined AHA’s decision, which shows obligations of complying with the law: Vanessa Cooper, AHA.
Stated creativity is needed to find solutions; many developments rely on a combination of subsidies for funding; back up plans for securing funding are needed; active construction makes project more attractive: Sylvia Martinez, AHA.
Stated the most critical aspect is to consider the people; outlined cost of housing as big concern for Alameda residents; stated this is an opportunity to address the concerns; there are structural issues between collaboration of the AHA and the City; highlighted the opportunity to address issues with AHA and fix funding issues with the State: Thushan Amarasiriwardena, Alameda.
Expressed support for development of affordable housing; stated AHA’s consistent position has been there is a lack of funding for additional vouchers; outlined vouchers complying with HUD requirements; stated City staff requests are not in compliance with HUD; urged Council to approve item; stated Council, AHA, and MidPen need to work through issues: Vadim Sidelnikov, Alameda.
Expressed support for approval of staff recommendation; stated development will benefit the City financially; outlined possible new property tax revenue if Stardust Gardens is built; stated the project is necessary to reach affordable housing goals: Joshua Hawn, Alameda.
Expressed support for City approval; stated the project is important to the City and the people; current funding could be jeopardized if further funding is not secured; urged Council to move the project forward: Sophia DeWitt, East Bay Housing Organizations.
Stated AHA has regularly communicated the different possibilities for this project; AHA has reviewed federal regulations; clarified current PBVs cannot be transferred to a new project; stated Stardust Gardens has applied for PBV competitions with AHA twice and was rejected due to receiving the lowest score in comparison to competitors: Sepideh Kiumarsi, AHA.
Expressed support for Stardust Gardens; stated funds can be spent in other ways; expressed hope that the City will approve funding: Douglas Guerrin, Alameda
Expressed support for Stardust Gardens; requested Council to work with AHA; stated progression of Stardust Gardens is critical to meet goals and cannot be delayed; stated AHA has not addressed the issues despite knowledge of the Stardust Gardens project; Alameda residents expect Council to resolve issues; short and long term should be considered when addressing these issues: Former Councilmember Malia Vella, Alameda.
Stated the project cannot be paused as it is essential in the building of many other affordable housing developments; expressed support for Stardust Gardens on behalf of East Bay Yes In My Backyard (EBYIMBY): Zac Bowling, EBYIMBY.
Stated AHA faced similar issues in 2004; expressed concerns; dangers of losing funding in Section 8 housing; expressed support for funding; stated City should listen to AHA: Mike Pucci, Alameda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern about statements.
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Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 8:53 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:10 p.m.
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Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed gratitude to speakers; stated the goal is not to demonize AHA; inquired how fair voucher competition is when AHA can enter the competition as well; stated the City and County of San Francisco recently completed a similar transaction and were not accused of violating the law; the City of Alameda is mindful of the financial challenges AHA faces and has tried to provide some relief; requested to end the discourse that continuing would be illegal; stated housing should not be weaponized; requested to move forward as rational people; stated AHA to be a partner of the City and bring the same energy it has for its own projects to Stardust Gardens.
Councilmember Daysog expressed concern over drama and the temperature in room; outlined fluctuations of City reserves in the Base Reuse fund; stated there is some flexibility with reserves, however the City cannot rely on reserves; expressed support for moving forward with Stardust Gardens; stated City should not threaten to takeover AHA; moving forward with bridge financing is important; expressed excitement for building housing for vulnerable populations; stated the City is committed to creating a society with housing for people of all incomes.
Councilmember Boller outlined essential collaborators throughout the process of the Stardust Gardens project; discussed the environmental benefit of collaborating with the SF Bay Ferry and creating a more walkable community; stated the mindset should be working together to make Stardust Gardens happen; most funding should come from alternative outlets, not the City; provided examples of tenant vouchers, veteran vouchers, and possible funding from Alameda County Measure W; the City wants to help, but he does not believe any money needs to be spent to do so.
Vice Mayor Pryor concurred with Councilmember Boller that all parties can work together; expressed support in moving Stardust Gardens forward; stated Alameda families matter and belong in Alameda.
Councilmember Jensen stated everyone can commit to providing affordable housing; expressed support for the continuation of the Stardust Gardens project; stated that she hopes AHA and City Staff will work together to avoid further problems in the future.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether signing the commitment letter will impact AHA’s ability to provide future stop gap financing to Stardust Gardens; and what protects from that occurring.
The City Manager responded there is no direct protection in place; AHA exists at pleasure of City Council; if vouchers are solely awarded to AHA projects, there will be an alignment issue; several future cycles in the RESHAP project that will all need vouchers as well.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft outlined importance of next AHA Board meeting on September 16, 2026; inquired what would be the best outcome from that meeting, to which the City Manager responded AHA committing to using a competitive process to determine voucher designation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether a competitive process can be initiated quickly, to which the City Manager responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Council would be asked to approve a modified version of the commitment letter.
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded there may be modifications to the letter; staff will work with the City Attorney to make the letter as clear as possible.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Councilmember Boller would agree to staff handling modifications of the language on the commitment letter.
Councilmember Boller responded in the affirmative; inquired if there is language that allows flexibility.
The City Attorney responded staff could move forward with letter and add additional layer of flexibility.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether remarks the Base Reuse and Economic Development Director made could be included, to which the City Attorney responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Boller noted that he shared some language.
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the staff recommendation expressed in paragraph one of the staff report [the City issue its own commitment letter to MidPen and APC, offering to provide the operating subsidy up to $1 million per year for up to 20 years with a 2.5% annual escalation, or until an alternative subsidy amount is secured] with the proviso that the letter is in substantial conformance and have the City Manager regularly report back to Council with updates.
Councilmember Boller seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog outlined his motion is to deemphasize paragraph three of the staff recommendation in the staff report [explore is the possibility of making changes to the Housing Authority Board and/or relationship of the Housing Authority to the City of Alameda].
On the call for the question, the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
(26- ) Recommendation to Provide Direction on and Authorize the City Manager to Finalize and Transmit the City of Alameda's Response to the Findings and Recommendations Contained in the 2025-26 Alameda County Civil Grand Jury Report Entitled A Call for Readiness: Improving the City of Alameda's Emergency Preparedness.
The City Manager gave a brief presentation.
The Fire Chief stated feedback is always welcomed; outlined work that went into crafting the response.
Councilmember Boller inquired whether Council should consider adding certain language to paragraph 29 and 30 of the staff recommendation.
The City Manager responded in the negative; stated paragraph 30 already requires after action reports in Emergency Operation Plan (EOP); paragraph 29 is also related to after action reports; there might be miscommunication with the Grand Jury about the City’s updated EOP.
Councilmember Boller inquired whether precise language has been implemented, to which the City Manager responded it can be implemented.
Councilmember Jensen inquired whether there is additional information regarding the in-person disaster preparedness training, which is Finding 26-45.
The Fire Chief stated there is training for City staff built into the EOP project; discussed outreach at local community events; stated staff is working on a new workshop to provide additional training.
Councilmember Jensen whether the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is an in-person disaster preparedness program.
The Fire Chief responded in the affirmative; stated it is an online program with an in-person commitment; the Grand Jury might be suggesting a shorter program.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft encouraged individuals to complete training which provides valuable information.
The Fire Chief outlined disaster preparedness workshop occurring on October 17 for 300 Alameda residents.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated households that complete all four modules receive a disaster preparedness backpack.
Councilmember Jensen moved approval of the staff recommendation.
Vice Mayor Pryor seconded the motion.
Under discussion, the City Manager stated language related to paragraph 29 and 30 will be revised for clarity.
On the call for the questions, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
(26- ) Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Second Lease Amendment for a Portion of Building 41 with DOER Marine Operations, Located at 650 West Tower Avenue, at Alameda Point, Alameda, California, for an Additional Term of Six (6) Months with Two Six-Month Extension Options. Introduced.
The Base Reuse Manager gave a Power Point presentation.
Expressed gratitude to the City Council for working with DOER on the lease; stated DOER is committed to staying in Alameda: Elizabeth Taylor, DOER.
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the staff recommendation [introduction of the ordinance].
Councilmember Boller seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
(26- ) Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Third Lease Amendment with Faction Brewing Company, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company for Building 22, Suite 200, Located at 2501 Monarch Street at Alameda Point. Introduced.
The Administrative Management Analyst gave a Power Point presentation.
Councilmember Jensen inquired whether Faction had recently begun paying the full rent amount, to which the Administrative Management Analyst responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Jensen inquired whether the outstanding balance is $222,036, to which the Administrative Management Analyst responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Jensen inquired if given outstanding balance, should staff consider a shorter-term lease.
The Administrative Management Analyst responded adjusting the lease provides 5 years for repayment, which makes the payments low enough to remain feasible for the tenant.
Councilmember Jensen inquired whether Council could terminate the lease if Faction is unable to meet the lease requirements.
The Administrative Management Analyst responded the amendment does not change the terms of the current lease in regard to Council’s ability to terminate the lease.
Vice Mayor Pryor moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Boller seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
City Manager Communications
(26- ) The City Manager expressed appreciation to everyone who came and celebrated 150 years of Alameda’s Fire Department; made an announcement about the new Library Director.
Oral Communications, Non-Agenda
(26- ) Katie Connell, Alameda Arts Alliance, discussed potential for a business; outlined how the new business should fit in Alameda’s identity as a City and be a destination for people to connect.
(26- ) Leo Esclamado, MS HOA, stated that he cannot support the proposed truck route as a homeowner on Clement Avenue; outlined the potential threat to child safety; urged Council to consider alternatives and engage in conversation with residents.
Council Referrals
None.
Council Communications
(26- ) Councilmember Jensen discussed businesses currently shut down in Harbor Bay Landing Shopping Center; urged City Staff to work with the owners to prevent permanent closure of businesses; discussed attending the California Resources Association Conference and implementing her learnings.
(26- ) Vice Mayor Pryor discussed attending Burger King grand opening and introducing representative Lateefah Simon at a Town Hall.
(26- ) Councilmember Boller outlined issue at Harbor Bay Landing; offered to help City staff.
(26- ) Councilmember Daysog discussed attending the Police All Island Community meeting; stated the aerial drone is impressive; discussed attending National Night Out and the Fire Department’s 150th anniversary celebration.
(26- ) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft discussed attending Fire Department’s 150th anniversary celebration, Coast Guard Day, National Night Out, a ribbon cutting at Wood Middle School, a East Bay Division lobbying event for California Cities, and the Police Department swearing in ceremony; noted the Main Library is turning 20 next month.
(26- ) Mayor’s Nominations for Appointments to the Civil Service Board, Commission on Persons with Disabilities, Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, Planning Board, Social Service Human Relations Board, and Transportation Commission
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft nominated Alec Chavez for appointment to the Civil Service Board, Jimmy Ly and Katie Freed for appointment to the Planning Board, Jason Kim and Saravana Suthanthira for reappointment to the Transportation Commission and Bharat Singh and Maria Piper for appointment to the Transportation Commission.
Adjournment
(26- ) There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 10:31 p.m. in memory of Councilmember Daysog’s mother, Tsutako Daysog.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.