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File Number: 17-621 <br />Mr. Dillman stated that the BAL Theatre is running as a cash positive theatre. Mr. Dillman wanted <br />to state that although the loan is for the balloon payment owned by the Dillman family, the funds <br />are not for personal enhancements. The theatre is for the community. <br />Councilmember Lee would like to know how much earthquake insurance would be prior to any <br />Council action. <br />City Attorney Pio Roda stated the insurance requirements are non-negotiable. The requirements <br />are for the best interest of the City. <br />2.C 17-584 Fiscal Reports Calendar Discussion <br />Mr. Baum provided a list of all reports that filed by the Finance Department throughout the year. <br />Mr. Baum stated that the reports listed are mandated and necessary. Due to the lean staff and at <br />times work long hours. <br />Councilmember Lee questioned if it would be beneficial to hire a consultant to assist with the <br />reporting and/or process improvements. Councilmember Hernandez also agreed that this is <br />important for not only making certain that work is completed in a timely manner but also that staff <br />morale is taken into consideration. <br />Assistant City Manager Kay stated that there are departments that have hired consultants to <br />assist with the process improvements and it is the intent to do this with all departments, including <br />Finance, when it makes sense given the nature of work. <br />3. PUBLIC COMMENTS <br />Darlene Evans commented on the five retirements mentioned in the San Leandro Times. <br />4. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS <br />Councilmember Lee stated to move forward with the recommended loans to the BAL Theatre to <br />Council. This includes the $400,000 with semi-annual payments as well as the $100,000 <br />forgivable loan. Staff is also to provide information on earthquake insurance. <br />5. ADJOURN <br />The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m. <br />Page 3 City of San Leandro Printed on 10/30/2017 <br />25