Meeting of the Oakland City Council

Tuesday, May 15, 2007 · 6:00 PM AM · Oakland City Hall, 3rd Floor

TL;DR

The Oakland City Council held its regular meeting, focusing on several ceremonial recognitions and adopting multiple resolutions. Key actions included declarations of local health emergencies, support for various community programs, and approving housing and infrastructure projects.

Key Decisions

AIDS and Medical Cannabis Local Health Emergencies Passed
Conversion of Rental Units to Condominiums at 1800 57th Avenue Passed
Raimondi Park Project Funding and Construction Management Passed
Wildfire Prevention and Landscaping Assessment Districts Passed
Support for Police Oversight Board Access to Records Passed

Agenda

Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call / ORA & Council
Open Forum / Citizens Comments (Time Available: 15 minutes)
Modifications to the Consent Calendar, and requests from Councilmember(s) to pull an item from the Consent Calendar, shall be scheduled for the next-succeeding City Council meeting as a non-consent item.
Motion for 'Members' Requests for Reconsideration' of an Action taken at the preceding Council Meeting, shall be scheduled for the next-succeeding City Council meeting as a non-consent item. (Motion Maker must have voted on prevailing side)
Requests from Councilmember(s) to schedule an Action Item considered by Committee but not forwarded to Council, shall be scheduled for the next-succeeding City Council meeting as a non-consent item.
7 Approval of the Draft Minutes from the Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Agency/City Council held on May 1, 2007

Action: Approve the Minutes Passed

A motion was made by President of the Council Reid, seconded by Councilmember Chang, to Approve the Minutes. The motion carried by the following vote:
8. PRESENTATION OF CEREMONIAL MATTERS
8.1 Subject: Public Works Week 2007 From: Public Works Agency Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Celebrating The Week Of May 20 Through May 26, 2007, As Public Works Week In The City Of Oakland
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by Vice Mayor Nadel, seconded by Councilmember Brooks, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
8.3 Subject: Meals In May Month From: Councilmember Nancy Nadel Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Declaring May 2007 As "Meals In May Month" In The City Of Oakland
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by Vice Mayor Nadel, seconded by Councilmember Chang, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
8.4 Subject: Neighborhood Crime Prevention Councils - Recognition From: Councilmember Nancy Nadel Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution In Appreciation Of The City Of Oakland's Neighborhood Crime Prevention Councils
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by Vice Mayor Nadel, seconded by President of the Council Reid, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
8.5 Subject: Alexander Zermeno - Recognition From: Council President Ignacio De La Fuente Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Honoring Alexander Zermeno Upon His Retirement From The Unity Council
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by Councilmember Brunner, seconded by Councilmember Chang, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
8.6 Subject: National Older Americans Month From: Vice Mayor Henry Chang Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Declaring May 2007 As National Older Americans Month
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by Councilmember Chang, seconded by Councilmember Quan, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
8.7 Subject: Affordable Housing Week From: Councilmember Jane Brunner Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Proclaiming May 11-20, 2007 As "Affordable Housing Week" In Oakland
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by Councilmember Brunner, seconded by Vice Mayor Nadel, that this matter be Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
8.8 Subject: Maxine Maryland Recognition From: Councilmember Larry Reid Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Recognizing Maxine Maryland Upon Her Retirement After 15 Years Of Service With The City Of Oakland
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

A motion was made by President of the Council Reid, seconded by Councilmember Brooks, that this matter be Adopted The following individual(s) spoke in favor of this item: - Mark Blunck The motion carried by the following vote:
9. COUNCIL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS
10. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC) ITEMS:
10.1 Subject: Declaration Of A Local Emergency Due To AIDS Epidemic From: Office Of The City Attorney Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Renewing And Continuing The City Council's Declaration Of A Local Emergency Due To The Existence Of A Critical Public Health Crisis With Regard To The AIDS Epidemic
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.2 Subject: Medical Cannabis Health Emergency From: Office Of The City Attorney Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Renewing The City Council's Declaration Of A Local Public Health Emergency With Respect To Safe, Affordable Access To Medical Cannabis In The City Of Oakland
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.3 Subject: Final Map For Tract 7627 From: Community and Economic Development Agency Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Conditionally Approving A Final Map For Tract 7627 To Convert Twenty-Six Rental Housing Units To Condominium Ownership At 1800 57th Avenue
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.4 Subject: Priority Project Funds - District Six From: Councilmember Desley Brooks Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing A Grant Of $10,000.00 From Councilmember Desley Brooks' Priority Project Funds To Oaktown Jazz Performance Workshop For Musical Training For Youth
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.5 Subject: Project Priority Funds - District Six From: Councilmember Desley Brooks Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing A Grant Of $10,000.00 From Councilmember Desley Brooks' Priority Project Funds To Cypress Mandela West Job Training Program For Building Trades Job Training Program
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.6 Subject: Project Priority Funds - District Six From: Councilmember Desley Brooks Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing A Grant Of $15,000.00 From Councilmember Desley Brooks' Priority Project Funds To Oakland Black Caucus For Holiday Homeless Feeding Program
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.7 Subject: Final Map For Tract 7701-2014 Market Street From: Community and Economic Development Agency Recommendation: Adopt The Following Pieces Of Legislation: 1) A Resolution Conditionally Approving The Final Map For Tract 7701 For A Residential Subdivision At 2014 Market Street And Conditionally Accepting Irrevocable Offers Of Dedication For On-Site Emergency Vehicle Access And Utility Easements; And
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
07-0183-1 2) A Resolution Conditionally Approving A Subdivision Improvement Agreement With San Leandro Holdings, LLC, For The Final Map For Tract 7701 For Construction of Public Infrastructure Improvements At 2014 Market Street
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.8 Subject: Support Of Assembly Bill 960 From: Office of the City Attorney Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution In Support Of Assembly Bill 960 (Hancock) Liquor Store Amortization Bill
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.9 Subject: Assembly Bill 1648 And Senate Bill 1019 From: Office of the City Administrator Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Of The Oakland City Council In Support Of Assembly Bill 1648 (Leno) And Senate Bill 1019 (Romero): Peace Office Records, To Permit Civilian Police Review Boards And Other Oversight Agencies To Hold Public Hearings Regarding Complaints About Police Conduct And To Provide Public Access To Certain Peace Officer Personnel Records
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.10 Subject: Priority Project Funds - District Five From: Council President Ignacio De La Fuente Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing A Grant Of $6,245 From Council Member De La Fuente's Priority Project Funds To The Glenview Elementary Parent Teacher Association For The Purpose Of Funding Odyssey Of The Mind Team Participation In The National Odyssey Of The Mind Competition
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.11 Subject: Councilmember Desley Brooks - Travel Authorization From: Councilmember Desley Brooks Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing Councilmember Desley Brooks To Attend The "U.S. Africa Sister Cities" Conference From August 7-15, 2007
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.12 Subject: Councilmember Desley Brooks - Travel Authorization From: Councilmember Desley Brooks Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing Councilmember Desley Brooks To Attend The Partners For Success: The Changing Face Of Cities Conference From May 4-5, 2007
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.13 Subject: Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Agreement From: Public Works Agency Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Approving The Execution Of A Transit Streets Cooperative Agreement With The Alameda-Contra Costa (AC) Transit District
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.14 Subject: Raimondi Park Project Agreement From: Public Works Agency Recommendation: Adopt The Following Pieces Of Legislation: 1) A Resolution Authorizing The City Administrator To Accept And Appropriate Seven Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($740,000.00) From The Friends Of Oakland Parks And Recreation (FOPR) And Any Additional Funds Raised By FOPR For And Donated To The Project, To Waive The Competitive Request For Proposal/Qualifications Process And To Amend The Phase I Raimondi Park Project Agreement With FOPR To Include Construction Management Services And Increase The Contract Amount By Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00) For A Total Contract Amount Not-To-Exceed Five Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($525,000.00); And
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
07-0186-1 2) A Resolution Authorizing The City Administrator To Award A Construction Manager At-Risk Contract To McGuire And Hester In An Amount Not-To-Exceed Five Million Dollars ($5,000,000.00) For The Phase I Raimondi Park Project Construction
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.15 Subject: Preliminary Engineer's Report-Wildfire Prevention Assessment District From: Office of the City Administrator Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Of Intention And Accepting The Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Preliminary Engineer's Report For The City Of Oakland Wildfire Prevention Assessment District And Setting June 19, 2007 As A Date For A Public Hearing
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.15.1 Subject: Preliminary Engineer's Report-LLAD From: Office of the City Administrator Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Of Intention And Accepting The Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Preliminary Engineer's Report For The City Of Oakland Landscaping And Lighting Assessment District And Setting June 19, 2007 As The Date For A Public Hearing
City Resolution
Action: Adopted Passed

This Matter was Adopted on the Consent Agenda.
10.16 Subject: Eminent Domain Program From: Community and Economic Development Agency Recommendation: Approve The Following Pieces Of Legislation: 1) Final Passage (Second Reading) Of An Ordinance Describing The Eminent Domain Program For The Acorn Redevelopment Project;
Ordinance
Action: Approved for Final Passage Passed

This Matter was Approved for Final Passage on the Consent Agenda.
Passed The Consent Agenda
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