They also say they are forced to move outside of oakland just to maintain a living because they simply cant afford to live in oakland anymore without that cost of living increase. The city has offered the unions a 4 increase the first year. And a 2 increase the second year. But that 2 is contingent upon generated revenue that the union says they felt was too impossible to meet. They proposed an 8 increase in pay overall over two years but mayor schaaf says they cant spend money they dont have. That would require the city to cut 188 fulltime workers because of the 19 million deficit the city would face in two years. But the fight is deeper than money tonight. The strike itself isnt sitting well with mayor libby schaaf because of the impact its having on Services Like libraries, Senior Services and head start programs and how its going to shut them down. They have the money to keep up with the cost of living. I dont understand the stubbornness of not wanting to give us what we deserve. I
And take any secondary conversations outside so that the meeting proceeds efficiently as possible. If you would like to speak on any items today, please fill out a blue card. It is not required, but it is helpful. Unless announced by the president , each person will have 3 minutes for Public Comment. Ch if there is an item that you are interested in that is not on the agenda you can speak during general Public Comment. In order to allow equal time for all, neither the commission nor staff will respond to any questions during Public Comment. The commission may ask questions of staff after Public Comment is closed. Last, if the fire alarm is to activate, you must exit using any exit. The elevators will not be available for use. If you need assistance, please go directly across the hall from us in the mens restroom. There is a security box and press it and security will answer and let them know where you are and they will assist you. We are on item 2, the president s report. Item 11 and r
President , each person will have 3 minutes for Public Comment. Ch if there is an item that you are interested in that is not on the agenda you can speak during general Public Comment. In order to allow equal time for all, neither the commission nor staff will respond to any questions during Public Comment. The commission may ask questions of staff after Public Comment is closed. Last, if the fire alarm is to activate, you must exit using any exit. The elevators will not be available for use. If you need assistance, please go directly across the hall from us in the mens restroom. There is a security box and press it and security will answer and let them know where you are and they will assist you. We are on item 2, the president s report. Item 11 and recreation and Parks Department budget. It is a discussion only item. Not an action item. Commissioner . Thank you, i will be brief. Its clear to me as we enter the new year and tomorrows weekend celebrations in washington, i think the rec
President , each person will have 3 minutes for Public Comment. Ch if there is an item that you are interested in that is not on the agenda you can speak during general Public Comment. In order to allow equal time for all, neither the commission nor staff will respond to any questions during Public Comment. The commission may ask questions of staff after Public Comment is closed. Last, if the fire alarm is to activate, you must exit using any exit. The elevators will not be available for use. If you need assistance, please go directly across the hall from us in the mens restroom. There is a security box and press it and security will answer and let them know where you are and they will assist you. We are on item 2, the president s report. Item 11 and recreation and Parks Department budget. It is a discussion only item. Not an action item. Commissioner . Thank you, i will be brief. Its clear to me as we enter the new year and tomorrows weekend celebrations in washington, i think the rec
Clerk. Items will appear on the february 7, 2017 board of supervisor uzgenda unless stated. Item 1 is considering appointing member thofz board of supervisor tooz two year terms to association of bay area government executive board. Great. Supervisor yee would you like to make a statement on this first item . It is your appointment. I think i need to be recused. You do but if you want to make a statement. I will make a motion to excuse supervisor norman yee. Can i get a second . Yes. Motion is approved. Just wait a minute for supervisor yee. Would anyone like to make Public Comment on the first item . Seeing none, Public Comment is now closed. So, i think what well do is just seeing no names on the roster and so colleagues can we make a motion to approve the appointment of supervisor yee to the association of bay area government . Absolutely. Alright, great. Seeing that is motioned and approved, the item is approved. Is that right . Thank you. Congratulations, supervisor yee. [laughter