Tuesday, February 6, 2007
Presiding: Mayor Gayle McLaughlin · Called to order: 7:32 p.m. · 10 items · 13 votes · 10 public comments
What happened
The council voted down appointments to city boards and commissions in an unusual outcome, with five members abstaining and only McLaughlin, Butt, and Thurmond voting yes. These volunteer positions help residents shape city policies on planning, parks, and public safety.
The council approved hiring a law firm to defend an environmental lawsuit filed by the Coalition of Concerned Citizens over an unspecified city development project. The vote was 5-2, with Mayor McLaughlin and Rogers voting no.
A $2 million state grant to restore the Maritime Center building was accepted by the council. The California Cultural and Historical Endowment had set a deadline for accepting the grant money for the historic building repairs.
The council approved 8 routine items on consent, including hiring an engineering firm for Bay Trail design at Point Potrero Marine Terminal for $148,000. Staff was also directed to seek grants for a Marina Bay Parkway underpass south of Meeker Avenue.
The council made changes to city laws, including amending the noise ordinance to allow train bells and emergency sirens to comply with federal safety requirements. They also modified rules governing the Human Relations and Affirmative Action Commission and reaffirmed support for comprehensive immigration reform.
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Biggest items: $148K Purchase of Services Contract with In... · $83K Contract amendment with Applied Analytix · $50K Contract with Walter & Pistole law firm