Discuss city's rights to explore Point Molate development alternatives beyond Upstream proposal
In Plain English
The city is considering whether it can legally pursue other development options for Point Molate instead of the current Upstream proposal. Council will direct staff to start collecting alternative development ideas from other parties. This could lead to a different vision for the 270-acre waterfront site.
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Votes
Direct city attorney to give general idea of whether there is substantial disagreement amongst attorneys with attorney general's opinion about entering negotiations with developers without fear of being sued
4 to 0
Call for the question
3 to 3
Direct staff to receive ideas and suggestions for alternative plans so that city may weigh relative costs and benefits apart from UpStream proposal
2 to 0
Approve motion by Mayor McLaughlin with provision that any developer wishing to engage in that process would indemnify and defend City of Richmond if sued
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