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Passes by consensus, meeting adjourned.

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Brunner concerned about costs, supports - in financial crisis, urgent need for negotiations.

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More than a million already spent on past negotiator.

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Now under discussion - non-competive contract awarding for negotiator with unions.

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By consensus, moratorium on event table purchases

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Consensus approval for contract for relief sewer repair.

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After a series of public comments in support, resolution authorized by consensus.

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The move carries existing bond AA over, doesn't add taxes.

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Now discussing measure ww, which funds parks, including $19 for Oakland.

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1 no 7 ayes to approve Hurd, Curry and also Tanya Pitts.

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Emphasize nominees are working people, and a tenant, who understand conditions and needs.

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Quan & Brunner - nominees may not have business credentials, but can bring other skills.

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Kernighan will support, counting on mayor to work with council on future appointments.

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Cnclr Kernighan shares concerns of inexperience.

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Alameda Building Trades Council rep. speaks in support.

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4 community members speak against appointments. 'too inexperienced.'

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Public comment - these people unqualified. 'It's just ludicrous.' - Robert Blackwood

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Motion, by Brunner, to approve Marlene Hurd and William Curry to housing authority board.

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Now discussing new appointments to housing authority board.

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Measure requiring GPS in cabs removed pending further research.