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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,1,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- -NOVEMBER 16, 2021--5:00 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 5:03 p.m.
Roll Call - Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: Vice Mayor Vella arrived at
5:18 p.m. The meeting was held via Zoom.]
Absent:
None.
(21-721) Councilmember Knox White announced that the certain section of Lincoln Park
is within 120 feet of his house and he will need to recuse himself; inquired whether the
matter can be placed at the end of the agenda.
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of hearing the Lincoln Park property
negotiations [paragraph no. 21-727 at the end of the agenda.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer seconded the motion, which carried by the following
roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Ayes; Knox White: Aye;
and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. [Absent: Vice Mayor Vella - 1.]
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the Consent Calendar matter
could be heard later.
The City Attorney responded that Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft may call the item at a later time;
stated Council will need to come back to open session to conduct the Consent Calendar
vote.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(21-722) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8); Property: Grandview Pavilion; City Negotiators: Eric Levitt, City
Manager; Nanette Mocanu, Assistant Community Development Director; and Amy
Wooldridge, Recreation and Parks Director; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and
Alameda County and Greenway Golf; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
(21-723) Conference with Labor Negotiators (Government Code Section 54957.6); City
Negotiators: Eric Levitt, City Manager; Gerry Beaudin, Assistant City Manager; and
Nancy Bronstein, Human Resources Director; Employee Organization: Alameda Police
Officers Association (APOA), Alameda Police Managers Association (APMA) and
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,2,"Alameda Fire Chief's Association (AFCA); Under Negotiation: Salaries, Employee
Benefits and Terms of Employment
(21-724) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation; Request for the City to
Participate in Proposed Multistate Settlements (Pursuant to Government Code §
54956.9); Case Name: In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation; Court: United
States District Court Northern District of Ohio Eastern Division; Case Number: MDL
2804 Case No. 1:17-md 2804
(21-725) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government
Code § 54956.9); Case Name: Mali Watkins V. City of Alameda, et al.; Court: United
States District Court, Northern District of California; Case Number: 4:21-CV-06080-KAW
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and the City Clerk
announced that regarding the Mali Watkins V. City of Alameda, the lawsuit filed by
plaintiff Mali Watkins against the City of Alameda and various Alameda Police
Department (APD) Officers alleges: 1) unlawful detention, 2) unlawful seizure, 3)
excessive force, 4) violation of Civil Rights under California Civil Code Section 52.1, 5)
battery, 6) assault, 7) negligence, and 8) intentional infliction of emotional distress; the
claims generally relate to APD Officers' detention and interactions with Mr. Watkins on
May 23, 2020; in order to avoid the expense and uncertainty of litigation, the City
Council ratified/authorized the City Attorney to settle the matter, with no admission of
liability by the City or its Officers, with Mr. Watkins in an amount not to exceed
$110,000, by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera
Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 4; [Absent: Vice
Mayor Vella - 1]; regarding the Opiate Litigation, the case involves litigation against
prescription opioid manufacturers and distributors; nationwide settlements have been
reached to resolve the cases brought by States and local political subdivisions against
three largest pharmaceutical distributors: McKesson, Cardinal Health and
AmerisourceBergen and manufacturer Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its parent
company Johnson & Johnson; the settlements provide that in return for a release of
claims against the defendants, the States and local political subdivisions shall receive
up to a combined total of $26 billion; the City of Alameda is eligible to participate in the
settlements although it is not a named plaintiff in the litigation; the City's share of the
settlement funds could be up to $1,062,000 over 18 years; the Council authorized the
City Attorney to resolve the litigation on behalf of the City by consenting and
participating in the settlements; after electing to consent/participate in the settlements,
the City may later choose to receive its share of the settlement funds to be used to
designated opioid abatement purposes, or can instead allow its share of the funds to be
directed to the County of Alameda; the Council approved doing so by the following roll
call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella:
Absent; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 4; Absent: 1; regarding Grandview
Pavilion, staff provided information and Council provided direction with no vote taken;
regarding Labor Negotiators, staff provided information and Council provided direction
first by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: No;
Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 3; Noes: 2, and by
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,3,"the following second roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: No;
Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 3; Noes: 2.
Consent Calendar
Councilmember Knox White recused himself and left the meeting.
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: No; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy
Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 3. Noes: 1. [Absent: Councilmember Knox White - 1]. [Items so
enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(*21-726) Recommendation to Approve Eric Levitt, City Manager, Amy Wooldridge,
Recreation and Parks Director and Elizabeth Mackenzie, Chief Assistant City Attorney,
as Real Property Negotiators for the Potential Grant of a Revocable License for a
Certain Section of Lincoln Park at 1450 High Street in Alameda. Accepted.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(21-727) Conference With Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8); Property: Certain Section of Lincoln Park at 1450 High Street
(between ballfield and 9 residences located on Central Avenue); City Negotiator: Eric
Levitt, City Manager; Amy Wooldridge, Recreation and Parks Director; and Elizabeth
Mackenzie, Chief Assistant City Attorney; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and
Property Owners at 3283, 3281, 3275, 3273, 3271, 3267, 3265, 3261 and 3257 Central
Avenue; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Revocable License
Following the Consent Calendar vote, the Closed Session reconvened and the City
Clerk announced that regarding Lincoln Park, staff provided information and Council
provided direction with no vote taken.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 7:13
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,4,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (SACIC)
TUESDAY--NOVEMBER 16, 2021--6:59 - P.M.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:39 p.m. Councilmember Herrera
Spencer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog, Herrera
Spencer, Knox White, Vella and Mayor/Chair Ezzy
Ashcraft - 5. [Note: The meeting was held via Zoom.]
Absent:
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer moved approval of the Consent
Calendar.
Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White seconded the motion, which carried by the
following roll call vote: Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer:
Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. [Items
so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(*21-728 CC/21-21SACIC) Minutes of the Special Joint City Council and Successor
Agency to the Community Improvement Commission Meeting Held on November 2,
2021. Approved.
AGENDA ITEM
(21-729 CC/21-22 SACIC) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute
a Memorandum of Understanding between DignityMoves, Five Keys Schools and
Programs, Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission and the City
of Alameda to Participate in the State of California Homekey Program to Develop the
Bottle Parcel Located at 2350 5th Street, Alameda, California; and
(21-729A CC) Resolution No. 15834, ""of The Governing Body of City of Alameda, A
Municipal Corporation Authorizing Joint Application to and Participation in the Homekey
Program."" Adopted; and
(21-22A SACIC) Resolution No. 21-13, ""of the Governing Body of the Successor
Agency to the Community Improvement Commission of the City of Alameda, A Public
Body Corporate and Politic Authorizing Joint Application to and Participation in the
Homekey Program."" Adopted; and
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,5,"(21-729B CC) Resolution No. 15835, ""to Increase Expenditure Appropriations in the
American Rescue Plan 2021 Project (C99300) in the Capital Projects Fund (310) by
$4,640,000 and to Encumber $1,200,000 in General Funds (10061833) to Operate
Interim Supportive Homeless Housing at the Bottle Parcel Located at 2350 5th Street,
Alameda, California, for Fiscal Years 2021-22 through 2027-28"". Adopted.
The Community Development Director gave a Power Point presentation.
Elizabeth Funk, DignityMoves, and Steve Good, Five Key, gave a brief presentation.
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(21-730) Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer moved approval of allowing
an extra 5 minutes for the presentation.
Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White seconded the motion, which carried by the
following roll call vote: Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer:
Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
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Mr. Good completed the presentation.
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer inquired whether the population being
served will be all unhoused Alamedans.
The Community Development Director responded staff will attempt to give an Alameda
preference; stated there is potential County funds and the Coordinated Entry process
will be used.
In response to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's request for clarification of Coordinated Entry, the
Community Development Director stated Coordinated Entry is the County system where
each individual is registered; once registered, individuals are prioritized based on need;
needs are based on medical, age and different vulnerabilities; individuals are prioritized
for housing based on need; there is possibility for Alameda to receive individuals from
outside of the City but still within Alameda County.
Mr. Good stated that he spoke with the Alameda County Director of Services; the City
can prioritize services for Alamedans; anyone living in Alameda would be the first
priority; if the services are for permanent supportive housing, the prioritization for
Alamedans would not be possible; since the program being is interim housing, Alameda
can prioritize for Alamedans; if there are not enough eligible participants, the City can
look outside of Alameda for participants.
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer inquired whether outreach will be
provided to ensure all of the unsheltered would be eligible for the Continuum of Care
program.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,6,"The Community Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated staff will
reach out to the unhoused community members and will often try to have members
move into the housing opportunity; the program is low-barrier and has minimal
qualifications, with the exception of being a registered sex offender.
Mr. Good stated that he will work with the Continuum of Care system and the
Coordinated Entry system; Five Key will work to do everything possible to fulfil the
obligation to address encampments and unsheltered individuals, including working with
non-profits and other City agencies.
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer inquired about the general response to
the program and what percentage agree to be on the list to be housed.
Mr. Good responded there are reasons why people do not wish to be housed; stated the
same situation exists in San Francisco; it helps if the City provides a place that is clean,
welcoming, treats people as guests, not numbers, and where safety is paramount; the
program is unique in that people get what they want, including their own individual
space; the program is a great opportunity and will show an immediately significant
difference.
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer stated the report shows insufficient
funds for the program, which will need General Fund money in year five; the contract is
for 15 to 20 years; the City will be the backstop for future years; inquired the estimate
for the backstop amount per year.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there are any additional funding sources aside
from the General Fund.
The Community Development Director responded staff does not currently have the
funding identified after year five; stated there is a requirement to identify funding through
year five in order to apply; it will be important for staff to begin pursuing other grant
opportunities and funding sources once the application is submitted; staff will be diligent
in efforts to pursue funding opportunities.
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer inquired whether there is an estimate
of the annual operating budget for the program for years five through fifteen or twenty;
stated the annual operating budget is the maximum amount the City would be forced to
backstop.
The Community Development responded the cost is roughly $1.5 million per year.
Mr. Good stated that he has already applied for State grant funding and other funding
opportunities; the program is a commitment to get people off the street; paying for the
program now is cheaper than other services in the long-run.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,7,"Expressed support for the needed project; stated the bottle parcel is an odd site, which
is difficult to develop; the program is a great use of the parcel; the project Homekey
grants have weird timelines; modular construction makes sense; the program is
necessary for Alameda to try to help with the homeless crisis; the units are able to be
counted toward the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA): Zac Bowling,
Alameda.
Expressed support for the project; stated that he would like to see the project go in so
that people can be moved into housing and away from the business district: Steven
Chabre, Alameda.
Expressed support for the project; stated the parcel should not be vacant when people
can be housed; people will have their own space, a roof over their head, their own
bathroom and access to services; he is sympathetic to others' suffering and wants
people to be in their own space: Josh Geyer, Alameda.
Stated the opportunity to build projects like this is a moral imperative; many crises are
dealt with every day; no single project can build the housing needed for homeless
neighbors; the projects should be moved forward as quickly as possible; the matter is
urgent; the project is special and does many things right, including using modular
construction and strong innovation; each member of the team is a proven entity:
Nicholas Nagle, Housing Action Coalition.
Stated that he has been tracking housing in Alameda since the 1990s; the program
takes a needed housing first approach; the wraparound services will reduce the amount
of money spent; the project is encouraging; expressed concern about sea-level rise and
permanent housing; stated modular housing is a good investment: William Smith,
Alameda.
Stated it is a struggle to be homeless in Alameda; people do not take the time to
understand that everyone is one Alameda; expressed support for available programs
and providers; stated that he has been sleeping near the Alameda Police Station for
one year and nine months; he is deeply affected by being homeless and is supported by
Village of Love: Kareem Williams, Alameda.
Stated that she previously worked with the community based organizations; housing is
the solution; expressed support for the project: Ana Bagtas, Alameda.
Expressed support for the project; stated there has been an emphasis on prioritizing
Alamedans; expressed support for also helping people from outside Alameda: Jenice
Anderson, Alameda.
Expressed support for the program; stated housing is a human right; Alameda needs to
do something to support those who are unhoused and provide a safe space for people
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,9,"funding as much as possible to help in the later years; the location is good and is close
to services; noted the location is close to College of Alameda; stated there are
unhoused college students; participants of the program might be able to take advantage
of courses offered by the College of Alameda; the location is also close to public
transportation; noted that she will not support any tax efforts for program funding.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Vella stated housing and lack of housing is a problem for all,
regardless of location; costs continues to escalate; everyone pays the price when
people need social services and assistance due to not being provided with routine and
basic human necessities; the first basic human necessity is shelter; there have been
concerns and comments related to interference with college students; many of her
students face housing insecurity; housing insecurity creates adverse effects in many
different ways; society pays a high price for housing insecurity; the program is a step in
the right direction; expressed support for more similar projects; stated the State will
have discussions about whether or not the project will count towards the Housing
Element; the program is the right thing to do; Council should find funding for the
program; the future cost is to the General Fund is trivial in order to see the project
through; expressed support for compassion through actions; stated compassion is
where the biggest difference can be made; the City depends on the network of County
services for the overall social welfare of the community; the City needs to do its part;
expressed support for the City's ability to move quickly and seeing the program come to
fruition.
Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog stated the City needs to seize the opportunity to
do something bold; the project will potentially put 46 to 60 individuals back onto a path
of stability; the program will significantly the homeless population numbers; expressed
support for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds; stated City staff will be creative in
future years if General Fund monies are needed; the project is exciting due to the
modular characteristics and ability to be quickly implemented; expressed support for the
project.
Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White expressed support for the project; stated
that he would like to provide direction to staff to work with providers to ensure housing is
maximized over parking; providing parking is needed to run a successful program;
expressed support for 48 to 49 units on the parcel and extending the ability to provide
services and support and for engaging with the neighborhood Homeowners
Associations ; stated concerns and questions are arising; the earlier discussions occur,
the better and more successful the program will be.
Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft discussed a center in Berkeley and a facility in Mountain
View; stated results are possible and within the City's grasp; the housing is modular and
can be stood up quickly; inquired whether the Mountain View project contains more
housing than what is proposed for Alameda, to which Mr. Good responded in the
affirmative.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,10,"Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Mountain View project has multiple wings with a
common area and was put up within six months; the fast timeline is promising and
encouraging; ARPA funds are available; the direct allocation of funding is exciting;
however, the funding is one-time, not for operating and ongoing expenses; State
Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) funds and Homekey funds are going to be
utilized; the City will pay for the program one way or another; there is a cost to having
someone sleep in a business's doorway; the program is a way for the City to help
people with dignity; the housing is transitional; some participants of the program will
move onto a more permanent housing situation; the wrap-around services will help; the
work being done is life-changing; the City has not yet had a place where an unsheltered
individual could go at any time; the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS)
developed a mobile unit which provides veterinary care for homeless individual's pets;
the FAAS mobile unit will come to the bottle parcel as well; she understands the desire
to help Alameda residents; however, if there are openings, the City will reach out to the
County to fill the spaces; many times the County has provided help for people to get
vouchers to go elsewhere; the City will have to abide by the regulations which govern
the funding received; the City will likely be starting with many, if not all, Alameda
residents for the program.
Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White moved approval of the staff
recommendation [including adoption of the resolutions].
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer
stated
a
Memorandum of Understanding and two other documents are being recommended for
Council approval; requested clarification for the true ask of the matter.
The City Clerk stated the motion is understood as approving all of the actions, including
adoption of the three resolutions and approval of the two MOUs; noted the staff
recommendation is to approve all matters.
Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White stated that his understanding of the motion
is the same.
Councilmember/Commissioner Herrera Spencer stated that she would like confirmation
that the program will be prioritizing Alamedans.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she and Mr. Good have confirmed Alamedans will be
prioritized.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers/Commissioners Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White:
Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,11,"ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at
8:43 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
Secretary, SACIC
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,12,"MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- -NOVEMBER 16, 2021--7:00 - P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Herrera Spencer, Knox White,
Vella, and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: Vice Mayor
Vella arrived at 7:35 p.m. and the meeting was conducted
via Zoom]
Absent:
None.
PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
(21-731) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft read a proclamation honoring Wilma Chan.
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Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess 7:39 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:43 p.m.
AGENDA CHANGES
(21-732) The City Clerk announced items Recreation Fees [paragraph no. 21-759 and meeting
schedules [paragraph no. 21-760 could move to December 7, 2021.
Councilmember Daysog moved approval of hearing the license plate reader referral [paragraph
no. 21-762 first.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer seconded the motion, which failed by the following roll call
vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Ayes; Knox White: No; Vella: No; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: No. Ayes: 2. Noes: 3.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of continuing the Recreation fees and the meeting
schedules matters to December the 7th Council meeting under the Continued Items agenda
section.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Herrera Spencer made a friendly amendment to include the
parking management program [paragraph no. 21-757 under the Continued Items agenda
section of the December 7th Council meeting.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would prefer to keep the original motion as-is and move the
parking management program if needed.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether staff is waiting for the parking management
program matter to be heard.
Councilmember Knox White responded the same staff is presenting for the General Plan
[paragraph no. 21-756 matter.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,13,"The friendly amendment was not approved.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers
Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Ayes; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft:
Aye. Ayes: 5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
(21-733) Zac Bowling, Alameda, announced the annual Alameda Peeps turkey drive; stated
donations for the drive can be made at alamedapeeps.com in an effort to help the Alameda
Food Bank.
(21-734) Denyse Trepanier, BikeWalk Alameda, discussed the death of Supervisor Wilma
Chan; stated the death is one of over 40,000; announced a BikeWalk Alameda safe streets rally
and memorial bike ride as part of the World Day of Remembrance for traffic victims; stated the
rally will also honor first responders; expressed support for City staff and event coordination;
stated that she is commenting as someone who has been traumatized by the shocking increase
in traffic violence; many proven remedies can be implemented at the City level; urged Council
think about the topic as budgets are prioritized.
(21-735) Josh Altieri, Alameda Housing Authority (AHA), discussed affordable housing solution
projects being brought to the City; stated May 2021 57 emergency housing vouchers were
provided for individuals experiencing homelessness or attempting to flee a domestic violence
situation; noted vouchers have been issued as an effort between AHA, Alameda County and the
Oakland Housing Authority; announced 50% of an upcoming project is complete; stated the
project is on track for housing individuals starting summer of 2022; pre-application for
prospective tenants will open November 30th via the AHA website; discussed the 2615 Eagle
Avenue property project; stated affordable housing projects are expanding supportive services
to program participants and tenants; announced a partnership with the Alameda Fire
Department for a toy drive.
(21-736) Jay Garfinkle, Alameda, suggested future reports from the Housing Authority to be
presented as an agendized presentation; discussed Senate Bill (SB) 9; stated SB 9 allows
single family lots to be split in two, divided in such a way that allows many housing units on an
individual family lot; a resolution is circulating which allows cities to adopt specific criteria and
control permitting; a draft resolution has been presented to the Planning, Building and
Transportation Director and has a deadline of December 31st
(21-737) Jenice Anderson, Alameda, stated that she is interested in getting Councilmembers
paid; noted many potential candidates do not run for office due to the financial burden; stated
anyone wishing to help volunteer with the effort can contact her via Alameda Peeps and Twitter;
she is opposed to license plate readers in the City due to privacy issues and the possibility of
misuse in domestic violence situations.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Stated that he would like the findings to allow City meetings [paragraph no. 21-760] to be
discussed; noted the vast majority of the emergency is gone; although infections are seen, the
pandemic is not an emergency; urged looking at all matters adopted by Council in the past year
which no longer deserve an emergency exception: Jay Garfinkle, Alameda.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,14,"Stated the Open Government Commission (OGC) has sent a letter to Council discussing
permanent Zoom and remote meeting options; expressed support for continuing accessibility
with government: Zac Bowling, Alameda.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer requested the agreement with Terris Barnes Walters Boigon
Heath Lester, Inc. [paragraph no. 21-746 and the findings to allow City meetings [paragraph no.
21-747 be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion; noted a no vote on final
passage of the parking ordinance [paragraph no. 21-750].
Councilmember Daysog noted a no vote on the ordinance as well.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the agreement with Terris Barnes Walters Boigon Heath
Lester, Inc. can be continued to a future meeting date without repercussions, to which the
Assistant City Manager responded in the affirmative.
(21-738) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of hearing the findings to allow City meetings,
and continuing the agreement with Terris Barnes Walters Boigon Heath Lester, Inc. to the end
of the agenda.
Councilmember Knox White seconded the motion, and provided a friendly amendment to the
motion to continue the agreement with Terris Barnes Walters Boigon Heath Lester, Inc. to the
Continued Agenda Items section of the December 7th Council meeting agenda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft accepted the friendly amendment.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers
Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Ayes; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft:
Aye. Ayes: 5.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Ayes; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk
preceding the paragraph number.]
(*21-739) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings Held on October 19, 2021.
Approved.
(*21-740) Ratified bills in the amount of $744,756.89.
(*21-741) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with NBC
Construction and Engineering, Inc. for the Harbor Bay Isle Lagoon Improvement Project, No.
P.W. 07-21-28, in a Total Amount Not to Exceed $344,683. Accepted.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,15,"(*21-742) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with G & G
Builders, Inc. for Maintenance Service Center Interior Improvements, No. P.W. 02-21-10, in a
Not to Exceed Amount of $402,962, Including a Ten Percent Contingency. Accepted.
(*21-743) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Five-Year Agreement
with Nute Engineering for Engineering Design Services for Cyclic Sewer Rehabilitation Project,
Phase 19, in a Total Amount Not to Exceed $2,388,446. Accepted.
(*21-744) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Water Line Easement
to East Bay Municipal Utility District Across City-Owned Property and Any and All Ancillary
Documents and Direct the Recording of the Grant of Easement for Installation of the Oakland
Inner Harbor Pipeline Crossing. Accepted.
(*21-745) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Thirty-
Two Month Agreement with All City Management Services Inc. for School Crossing Guard
Services in a Total Amount Not to Exceed $1,083,456; and a Memorandum of Understanding
with the Alameda Unified School District for Partial Reimbursement of the City's Fiscal Year
2021-22 Costs in an Amount Not to Exceed $90,000. Accepted.
(21-746) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager, or Designee, to: 1) Execute an
Agreement with Terris Barnes Walters Boigon Heath Lester, Inc. (TBWBH) in an Amount Not to
Exceed $132,000 for Strategic Support, Research, Ballot Measure Development, Informational
Outreach and Other Steps Necessary to Prepare a Potential Revenue Measure for the
November 2022 Ballot; and Execute an Agreement with Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz &
Associates (FM3) in an Amount Not to Exceed $37,000 for Survey Development,
Implementation, and Associated Analysis Related to a Potential Revenue Measure for the
November 2022 Ballot; and
(21-746 A) Adoption of Amending the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget by Increasing Appropriations
in the City Manager's Office by $169,000 to Enter Into Agreements With Terris Barnes Walters
Boigon Heath Lester, Inc. (TBWBH) and Fairbank, Maslin, Metz & Associates (FM3) for
Services Related to a Potential Revenue Measure for the November 2022 Ballot. Continued to
December 7, 2021.
(21-747) Recommendation to Approve Findings to Allow City Meetings to be Conducted via
Teleconference.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired the required findings needed from Council in order to
continue allowing City meetings to be conducted via teleconference.
The City Attorney responded stated the findings to be made by the Council are contained in the
staff report; Council must find that the City is still in a state of emergency as declared by State of
California and the Governor, which remains true; Council must also find that local officials
continue to recommend measures to promote social distancing.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated some people have a different opinion of whether
meetings should be in person; noted the City of Hayward is providing a hybrid meeting option
where members can participate in person and via Zoom; stated Hayward requires proof of
vaccination in order to be in person; City of Vallejo has resumed in person meetings as of
November 16th with the requirement of masking while inside; she has heard a preference from
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,16,"other people that in person meetings are preferred over Zoom; expressed support for the City
providing a hybrid meeting option; questioned the requirements for hybrid meetings; stated
many Councilmembers and City staff are in City Hall during the Council meetings; questioned
whether members participating remotely could use a room within City Hall to participate in the
meetings; she will vote no on the matter and would like more information provided about other
cities the next time the matter is before Council; some people do not have the means and do not
feel comfortable attending Council meetings online via Zoom; some people have no or poor
internet service and are denied the opportunity to participate in the meetings; some people are
not comfortable calling into the meeting; it is important to include all members of the public in
meetings; the City needs to ensure all members of the public can participate; stated that she
looks forward to staff providing accommodations to all members of the public.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of the staff recommendation with direction that the
matter remains on the Consent Calendar moving forward for the remainder of the year.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated that he will support the matter; noted the point
Councilmember Herrera Spencer has brought forth is right-on and the City should be moving
toward a hybrid meeting model to the extent of safety of all.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated this may not be the time to rush into more indoor gatherings based
on reports from public health officials; COVID-19 cases have been surging and the holidays are
approaching; the COID-19 cases and vaccination rate for the City are better than cities that
have switched to a hybrid or all in-person meeting model; public safety comes first and Council
will weigh all options; Boards and Commissions are waiting the matter out until the end of the
year and will reconsider in January.
Vice Mayor Vella stated the California Department of Public Health continues to raise the fact
that the COVID-19 surge of the year prior happened around the holiday season; cases began to
spike around Thanksgiving; noted America's surges are different from the rest of the world while
coinciding with the holidays; stated now is not the time to say that the pandemic is over; the
case rates are increasing; the Governor has issued more emergency declarations while
requesting out of State health official aid; expressed support for the staff recommendation while
taking into account the comments about how the City will function in a post COVID-19 world.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she has not stated the pandemic is over; many
people do not stay in their home 24 hours, 7 days a week; open government needs to be
supported; a hybrid model is a good compromise being conducted by other cities; the pandemic
is not over.
Councilmember Daysog stated that he hopes the vaccine counts for something so that the
upcoming holiday season and going forward is different from the holiday cases of 2020; he is
putting faith in science; noted Congress is holding committee meetings with a lot of space;
expressed support for the City figuring out an option; stated that he thinks residents would like
to see a path forward.
Councilmember Knox White stated the matter would be a great discussion for a Council
workshop.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,17,"On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers
Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft:
Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
(*21-748) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with
Alameda County to Accept $60,000 in Funding for the Local Winter Warming Services Program;
and Authorize the City Manager to Execute a First Amendment to the Agreement with Building
Futures with Women and Children to Provide Winter Warming Services For $60,000, Resulting
in a Total Contract Amount of $113,000; and
(*21-748A) Resolution No. 15836, ""Amending the Budget to Increase Revenue and Expenditure
Appropriations in the Homelessness Program by $60,000."" Adopted.
(*21-749) Resolution No. 15837, ""Authorizing Fiscal Year-End Budget Amendments to Facilitate
Closing Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21."" Adopted.
(*21-750) Ordinance No. 3309, ""Amending Alameda Municipal Code Chapter XXX to
Comprehensively Update Citywide Off-Street Parking and Loading Space Regulations and
Make Conforming Changes to Other Zoning Code Sections, as Recommended by the Planning
Board."" Finally passed.
[Note: Councilmembers Daysog and Herrera Spencer recorded a no vote, so the ordinance was
finally passed by the following vote: Councilmembers Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox
White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 3. Noes: 2.
(*21-751) Ordinance No. 3310, ""Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Chapter
21 (Solid Waste and Recycling) to Comply with Senate Bill 1383, Conform with Franchise
Agreement, and Implement Strategy Four of Alameda's Zero Waste Implementation Plan
Update."" Finally passed.
CONTINUED AGENDA ITEMS
None.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
(21-752) Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement in an
Amount not to Exceed $2,536,047 with Bay Area Community Services (BACS) for Emergency
Homeless Housing Services for Up to Two Years; and Recommendation to Authorize the City
Manager to Negotiate and Execute an Agreement with Alameda County in an Amount Ranging
from $30,000 to $45,000 in Homeless Emergency Aid Program Interest Funds to Assist with
Remodel/Repair of City-Owned Housing for Use as Emergency Homeless Housing; and
(21-752 A) Resolution No. 15838, ""Establishing a Budget to Appropriate $2,836,047 in 2021
American Rescue Plan Act Funds (C99300) to Receive Contractual Services from Bay Area
Community Services and Funds to Remodel/Repair and Provide Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment,
a Vehicle, and Supplies for the Emergency Housing."" Adopted.
The Economic Development Manager gave a brief presentation.
Stated that he is a residential tenant of Alameda Point; he supports assistance for unhoused
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,18,"individuals; however, other neighborhoods in Alameda should bear some of the risks and
externalities of the City's plan to combat homelessness and housing insecurity; questioned why
the efforts are concentrated almost entirely at Alameda Point; stated there is a large uptick in
crime and quality of life issues as a result of the City concentrating homeless outreach around
Alameda Point; the proposed emergency shelters cause concern for himself and other
neighbors; urged the City house families in the units instead; discussed his affordable housing
work; urged the decision be delayed until stakeholder input is received; stated reduced rent in
exchange for taking on the additional risks would be fair: Curtis Thomas, Alameda.
Stated that she supports the matter; any and all options of housing are good for Alameda in
order to address the issue of homelessness in the City; the deliberation of the matter is long
overdue; urged Council to support the matter; stated Council should consider hiring more staff
to run the City's social and homeless services programs; having one staff person handle the
various projects is not sustainable; expressed support for Community Development Department
staff; other cities with similar programs dedicate entire divisions to homelessness; the solution is
temporary; the City will need to continue to work on permanent housing solutions for the
unhoused; discussed government spending on unhoused individuals; urged Council continue
the priority of ending homelessness in Alameda: Ana Bagtas, Alameda.
Stated that she is a resident of Alameda Point; expressed concern about the project being
clustered housing; stated Alameda Point is mixed housing community with more than 200 units
of permanent supportive housing managed by the Alameda Point Collaborative; Alameda Point
has domestic violence shelter, transitional housing trailers and traditional family housing;
Alameda Point has become disproportionately burdened; expressed concern about Alameda
Point being the focus on the need for housing and increased foot traffic due to encampments;
expressed concern about the lack of community input and involvement; urged Council delay the
vote on the matter: Stephanie Chenard, Alameda.
Expressed support for providing housing; stated housing and dignity are human rights; she is a
resident of Alameda Point; expressed concern about 11 people living in one single family home;
stated the amount of people does not seem to be set for success; expressed support for
considering housing insecure families in the units; stated families would be a great fit for the
area; expressed support for the bottle parcel project and considering the Bay Farm area: Dede
Lewis, Alameda.
Stated that she is a resident of Alameda Point; noted the neighborhood is family-oriented; stated
many children riding around the neighborhood; expressed concern about rotating people in the
neighborhood not joining the community and not having the same sense of safety or well-being;
stated family and refugee housing would be welcome; Alameda Point has a strong community;
discussed the bottle parcel; stated the proposed program does not feel as put together; urged
Council to delay the vote on the matter until further discussion is held: Amy Benjamin, Alameda.
Stated that he is a developer and advisor; discussed projects; stated that he does not support
the matter; the proposed district is within a historical district; the area should be preserved
according to policy; there is a segregation of services at Alameda Point; expressed support for
seeing transitional services being provided throughout the City; stated that he would like to see
geospatial mapping; expressed concern over a lack of transparency; stated 11 people living in a
single space is not realistic: Craig Miott, Alameda.
Stated emergency housing, which is not permanent, is being discussed; if the program does not
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,19,"work out at the proposed location, the location can be revoked; emergency housing is needed
for people now which calls for less consideration of other factors; concentration of services at
Alameda Point is a problem; the proposed site is only three units; housing must be provided for
single people, not just families; urged Council to move forward with the sites and provide
adequate staffing: William Smith, Alameda.
Stated the Island needs to share in the responsibility to help the unhoused population; all of
Alameda is a family neighborhood; concerns were raised about bringing in crime and unsafety;
people are part of the community when they receive services and care; expressed concern over
the comments: Jenice Anderson, Alameda.
Expressed support for comments provided by speakers Smith and Anderson; stated that he is
sympathetic to people who live at Alameda Point where services are being concentrated; people
either have inherent value and the right to dignity or not; the determination of value is not
dependent on being a member of a family or not; people have value and deserve dignity: Josh
Geyer, Alameda.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess 9:42 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:58 p.m.
(21-753) Councilmember Herrera Spencer moved approval of allowing 5 minutes for Jonathan
Russell, BACS, to give a presentation.
Councilmember Knox White seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy
Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. [Absent: Vice Mayor Vella - 1.]
Mr. Russell gave a brief presentation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated concerns from residents have related to a lack of
communication for the project; inquired how BACS will work with neighbors to
communicate, and the anticipated communication model.
The Community Development Director responded staff has scheduled a community
meeting on November 29th to share ideas and answer questions; stated the information
is posted on the City website; the meeting will be the initial opportunity for staff to
engage with the community; staff can provide an additional community meetings if
needed; if the program moves forward, community members will have easy access and
a continued line to communicate concerns with BACS.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired when the meeting was scheduled, to which the
Community Development Director responded staff just put the meeting together in order
to address concerns.
Mr. Russell stated BACS believes the program is a community conversation and needs
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,20,"to have community investment; the community will contribute value to the program
process and BACS will be available on an ongoing basis; 24 hour services for
emergencies and residents are available; however, the line might not be available at all
hours for neighbor concerns.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she understands a staff person will be on-site at all
hours; inquired whether a concerned neighbor perceiving an emergency could access a
BACS staff member to relay the concern; questioned who the neighbors should call in
the event of a serious concern.
Mr. Russell responded BACS will have staff on-site 24 hours; stated in order for BACS a
meeting for neighbors to discuss concerns will need to schedule during business hours.
The Economic Development Manager stated a BACS staff person will be on-site at
each location 24 hours each day if an immediate emergency arises.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether there will be a phone number for neighbors, to
which the Community Development Director responded phone numbers will be
available and can be shared.
Councilmember Daysog stated providing the contract has been helpful; the Program
Non-Compliance Protocols section includes bases for discharge from the facility;
possession of weapons, assault, behavior, theft and destruction of property are listed as
bases for discharge; inquired the definition of assault, theft, and destruction of property
in terms of the list; questioned whether the actions must be proven in a court of law;
inquired how the bases are taken into account if the assault or theft is not targeted at
other residents of the program, but neighbors instead.
Mr. Russell responded the non-compliance protocol process is relative to events that
are internal to the program; BACS staff will manage the investigation; a discharge plan
would be developed for any determination of non-compliance; \incidents do not have to
be defined in a court of law; the same standard would be held for incidents outside the
program site; however, the determination of the incidents would need to involve local
authorities.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether Alameda's unhoused population
would solely be housed at he sites, to which the Economic Development Manager
responded in the affirmative.
The Community Development Director stated the program is allowed to house Alameda
residents only due to the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding; the funds
do not come with an obligation to go through the Alameda County system or house
individuals from outside the City; staff's priority and focus will be on Alameda's
unhoused population.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether any General Fund money will be
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,21,"used for the program, to which the Economic Development Manager responded in the
negative.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she appreciates the organization has been
around since 1953 and is community-based; inquired why a meeting with the neighbors
has not been conducted.
The Community Development Director responded staff was unsure a program was in
place to discuss with neighbors; stated staff wanted to ensure Council buy-in; noted a
meeting is scheduled for November 29th
Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed concern over the meeting occurring after
the Council vote; stated that she is unsure of the point in reaching out to neighbors after
the fact; she understands Council is currently being asked to approve the program.
The Community Development Director stated staff is recommending Council approve
the program; modifications can be considered following receipt of the input.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated members of the community expressed concern
about having 11 individuals in one unit; inquired whether the amount of people is 11 per
home.
The Community Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated there will be
10 to 11 individuals per home; staff talked to two different service providers; both came
up with the same amount of individuals per home; rooms will be shared; the housing is
not considered dormitory style; BACS observes protocols for COVID-19 safety; the
homes are large and the layout will be dependent on the size of the rooms; BACS
intends to use the living room as an additional sleeping area in order to maximize the
number of individuals served.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she understands the houses have three
bedrooms; inquired how many bedrooms each home has.
The Community Development Director responded the two homes, referred to as Big
Whites, have four bedrooms and will also utilize the living room; less people will be in
the townhome, which has three bedrooms.
The Economic Development Director stated the two Big Whites houses have four and
five bedrooms.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether there will be two or three people per
room.
The Community Development Director responded typically two people per room; stated
there is the potential for three people per room; however, two people per room is the
preference; the living room is larger and will allow for an additional person.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,22,"Mr. Russell stated the living room is a large space that can be split into two rooms; the
goal is to have appropriate distancing with two individuals per room; the living room will
accommodate three people.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired where the on-site BACS supervisor will be
located.
Mr. Russell responded the staff person will not be living on-site; stated the staff
members will work in three shifts each day between and in home; additional space
beyond the living quarters will accommodate staff and act as additional shared and
common space; on-site staff will operate within a common area space; the majority of
services are community-based and care coordinators will be working with people in the
community as transitions are planned.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she has heard comments about
preferences for families; inquired whether family accommodations are included in the
program.
The Community Development Director responded staff has investigated the need for
families; stated if there are three families, the townhome can be used; Building Futures
informed staff there is not a great number of unhoused families in Alameda; the
Alameda Unified School District perspective is slightly different in relation to what
constitutes homelessness; people might be couch surfing and still have a roof
overhead; there are not many truly unhoused families within Alameda; staff can leave
open the possibility of serving families.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated the program includes three homes, each with
approximately 11 individuals inside; inquired whether the distance between the three
homes is approximately half of a mile, to which the Community Development Manager
responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether BACS can provide other examples
of three homes with 11 individuals within half of a mile of each other.
Mr. Russell responded BACS operates interim housing programs in varying sizes;
stated programs are currently operating with a census of 25 up to a census of 160; none
of the current programs have the exact same configuration as the Alameda proposal;
there are comparable programs with comparable room arrangements; the current non-
interim permanent housing scattered site program has roughly 20 homes in Alameda
County; numerous programs with formerly homeless individuals are within half a mile of
each other; BACS has operated a similar model for decades.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated there have been requests for Council to delay
the matter and have community outreach first; inquired whether there is a reason to
have the decision made tonight as opposed to after the community outreach meeting.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,23,"The Community Development Director responded there is some urgency around the
fact that the City currently does not have a single bed to offer unhoused community
members; stated staff has been trying to move expeditiously in order to create an
opportunity to have individuals housed, particularly due to the upcoming poor weather
months; staffs goal is to have the houses made available for move-in; one house is
closer to move-in ready than the others.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired which house is closest to being move-in
ready, to which the Community Development Director responded one of the two Big
Whites.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated the homes have recently became vacant;
inquired the average rent received by the City for the properties.
The Community Development Director responded the Big Whites are $2,800 per month
and about $80,000 per year; stated only one is currently in a rentable condition.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated Council has received complaints from current
renters in the Big Whites related to poor maintenance of the homes; one commenter
has recommended a reduction in rent; inquired whether the City would consider a
reduction in rent for current residents.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Council may conduct discussions related to rent
reduction.
The City Attorney responded that he assumes Councilmember Herrera Spencer is
asking the question to understand the amount of rent being foregone for the program
opportunity; inquired whether the intent is assumed correctly, to which Councilmember
Herrera Spencer responded in the affirmative.
The City Attorney stated as long as the Councilmember is considering the amount of
rent being foregone as part of analysis, minimal questioning complys with the Brown
Act.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft questioned whether asking about possibly reducing current tenant
rent is permissible.
The City Attorney stated that he is assuming Councilmembers are trying to understand
how much rent revenue is at stake in approving the matter.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated a speaker raised the concern; there have been
comments online about reduced revenue, which causes questions about the program
affordability.
The City Attorney stated that he advises questions be tailored to how revenues will be
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,24,"lost if the program move forward.
The Community Development Director stated the rent range is $2,800 to $3,800 per
month; the units are currently priced somewhat below-market; stated staff may have
concerns about further rent reductions.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated roughly $80,000 annually should be higher for
three units priced at $3,800; inquired the last rent for the units.
The Community Development Director responded that she does not have the figures,
but can provide the information; stated two of the units have not been rented for some
time.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the City has any other possible
properties across the Island and whether the City can decide to put the same type of
housing in another vacant property.
The Community Development Director responded in the negative; stated that she is not
aware of another option; it is rare for the City to have City-owned homes; there was not
an intention to cluster the opportunities on the West End.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the City has homes anywhere other
than Alameda Point, to which the Economic Development Manager responded in the
negative.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the idea of a housing trust is something that would allow the
City to buy up a foreclosed property or a property for sale at a good rate anywhere
within the City.
Councilmember Knox White stated that his son has been hired at BACS; it has been
determined that there are no financial recusal required for his participation in the matter;
he is excited to support the program; expressed concern about the outreach not being
completed ahead of time; Council is pushing staff to move forward as fast as possible to
address homelessness; sometimes the ball gets dropped; the process was not done
right; the City can move forward and work on good neighbor agreements; he continues
to be supportive of the matter moving forward; there have been a number of
conversations about things happening and being concentrated on the West End;
Council has given direction to staff to start looking more proactively at sites and how to
find potential sites; Council is aware that a lot of available space that provide
opportunities to move quickly are at Alameda Point; ARPA money also provides
opportunity; matters are landing heavily at Alameda Point; Council directed staff to find
ways to help move projects east.
Councilmember Daysog stated the focus should remain on the agreement; under the
services portion of the agreement, the site management section requires the provider to
immediately notify the City of any complaints received from the business community
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,25,"including, but not limited to, the businesses adjacent to the site or in the general vicinity;
inquired whether or not there is a reason to include resident complaints; another
requirement is the provider agrees to notify the City should any of the following occur:
violence or credible threats against staff or other program clients; inquired about the
procedure.
Mr. Russell responded BACS is happy to provide notice to the City if it determines
issues are -affecting the community; noted some of the language included in the
agreement is boiler plate and should be modified.
The Community Development Director stated Council can include direction to modify
the contract in order to address concerns posed by Councilmember Daysog; staff can
ensure there is an opportunity to part ways with the program if excessive complaints
arise; staff can hold a discussion on procedure for termination.
Vice Mayor Vella stated questions have been raised relative to cost; the City might
forego roughly $45,000 in rent revenue per unit annually; the units are currently not
being rented; therefore, rent is not being collected; using empty houses at Alameda
Point for homeless housing was recommended during her first Council term; she would
have liked staff to have provided outreach to neighbors ahead of time; expressed
support for outreach being conducted and for scheduling additional outreach meetings
to allow for questions and answers; stated the proposed program has been
recommended by many over the years; the City now has the funding and space;
Council understands that the number of people in need of housing is high and continues
to grow; the proposed program provides units and beds within Alameda for emergency
needs; the program is critical; the weather is beginning to change; this is an opportunity
to make sure emergency beds are available for those who reside in Alameda; she has
similar concerns with the contract as noted by other Councilmembers; the language can
be kept general to state: ""neighbors"" or ""people within the vicinity;"" the contract has
requirements for documentation and reporting; the documents and reports will be official
City records; significant reporting requirements are listed for the contract; staff can
create an opportunity for review if an incident be documented; she would like to see
community buy-in; the meetings are a good start to gaining said buy-in; the neighbors in
the area are compassionate; expressed support for the matter provided that
opportunities are set up for community input beyond the one scheduled meeting and
with edits made to the agreement.
Councilmember Daysog inquired why the City cannot move ahead with one of the three
units in the first year and judge performance; stated the second and third units can be
added after the first year.
The Community Development Director responded that she has concerns relative to
economies of scale.
Mr. Russell stated BACS staff will need to look at the operational economies of scale to
invest in the infrastructure to operate the project; volume can create economic
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,26,"efficiencies; the cost structure and impact must be reviewed.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the City can put together language related to
notification threshold at the current meeting.
The Community Development Director responded it is possible; stated completing the
language will take time; staff can come up with language addressing problems;
Community Development Department staff will need the assistance of the City
Attorney's Office.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated the non-compliance protocols section of the
agreement lists the only reasons that may be used as a basis for discharge from a
facility as possession of a weapon at the facility, as opposed to possession of a weapon
not at the facility; the contract should require people not to possesses a weapon, illegal
drugs, assault or violent behavior, theft, etc. outside of the facility; the contract should
be modified prior to Council approving the matter; it is important for staff to hold the
community meeting prior to Council approval of the program; she thinks rents could be
higher than reported by staff.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer moved approval of delaying the decision until the next
Council meeting to allow for community outreach and input.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated it is unfortunate the matter was brought forth
without outreach; it is always important to reach out to the community prior to approval
and allow the public to be part of the process.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated the project is one that all can be
proud of; 11 people per unit is a little too high; if the contract is tightened, he is willing to
try; the housing crisis is present; staff should measure twice before cutting once and a
delay until the next Council meeting would be in order to deal with the contract issues
raised.
Vice Mayor Vella stated as of the last point-in-time count, over 200 individuals do not
have housing in Alameda; 200 people are being forced to sleep and shelter outdoors;
Council has identified homelessness as a priority in its recent 5-year strategic plan;
Council is making determinations from the safety and security of being housed; it is
important to perform outreach with neighbors and have a contract in place; she does not
want to delay the matter and will not support the motion.
On the call for the question, the motion failed by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: No; Vella: No; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: No. Ayes: 2. Noes: 3.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,27,"(21-754) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a motion is needed to hear additional items past 11:00
p.m.
Councilmember Knox White stated November has a fifth Tuesday for the month; noted the
December 7th Council meeting agenda will be full; there is no way for Council to get through the
work; expressed support for calling a special meeting to hear the rest of the agenda.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of hearing the parking management program
[paragraph no 21- 1 and any of the remaining Council Referrals, while ending the meeting at
midnight and continuing the remaining Regular Agenda items to a special meeting.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated the Housing Element [paragraph no 21-
1
and General Plan [paragraph no 21-
should be heard at a special meeting.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern about meeting near the Thanksgiving holiday.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she will not support the motion; expressed support
for starting the Housing Element discussion.
Vice Mayor Vella expressed support for a special meeting.
Councilmember Knox White withdrew his motion.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of finishing the current matter, directing staff to find
a time that works for the most Councilmembers possible between now and December 7th to hold
a special meeting.
The City Clerk stated the date must be specified and the matters must be continued to the date
specific due to noticing requirements.
Councilmember Knox White stated the 11:00 p.m. vote is for hearing new matters after 11:00
p.m.; inquired whether the vote to continue items can occur after 11:00 p.m., to which the City
Clerk responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether consideration can be given to the proposal from
Councilmember Herrera Spencer related to starting the Housing Element discussion.
Councilmember Knox White responded that he does not see value in starting the discussion just
to stop at a random time and having public comment coming in sporadically.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer moved approval of continuing the meeting until midnight
hearing the agenda as-presented.
Vice Mayor Vella stated that she would prefer not to start the Housing Element.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the Housing Element can be continued to the Continued
Item section of the agenda on the next Council agenda, to which Vice Mayor Vella responded in
the affirmative.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,28,"Vice Mayor Vella moved approval of hearing the Housing Element under the Continued Agenda
Items section of the next Council agenda.
Councilmember Knox White stated the next Council agenda will be multi-hour discussion.
Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether the Housing Element matter can be continued to a special
meeting.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council can agree to take one more matter after the current
discussion; Council may then discuss the continued, date specific matters after.
Vice Mayor Vella moved approval of hearing the parking management plan [paragraph no 21-
after the current matter.
Councilmember Knox White seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor
Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
Vice Mayor Vella stated unhoused individuals continue to grow in number year after year; the
winter months bring bad weather events; the project is economy of scale being phased in.
Vice Mayor Vella moved approval of the staff recommendation [including adoption of the
resolution] with direction to staff to change the contract language and have more than one
community meeting.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she has visited a site run by BACS; she has
discussed BACS success with other mayors; the value of using an organization like BACS is the
track record; there are many ways in which people become homeless; it would have been
preferable to perform outreach ahead of time; Council stretches staff pretty thin; there are only
so many hours in each day; the outreach portion is not a reason to delay the project; the
housing crisis is present and a long time coming; working with BACS, a trusted provider, gives
much confidence; however, good communication with neighbors is critical; having a team and
advisory committee is needed for neighbors to feel that they are being heard; she fully expects
neighbors to be open-minded and allow for further learning; communication is key; the City is
late to start; she is confident in City staff and BACS personnel; she expects staff to be on top of
the encampments in the area; she is pleased that the Day Center is open over-night and is
making a difference; expressed support for staff working with those in encampments to reach
out to Village of Love; the City of Riverside has an expansive homeless outreach program;
Riverside has created a registry similar to a wedding or baby shower registry; the registry acts
as a wish list of needed items in order to furnish units; community members can go online to
purchase items; she does not support using ARPA funds to purchase a vehicle for the program;
expressed support for contracting with a local taxi company for vouchers; stated that she would
not like the purchase of a vehicle for the program to be included; expressed support for the
program and for families to be part of a co-housing model.
Councilmember Daysog stated that he hears concerns raised by neighbors of the area; he
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,29,"believes that he has found shortcomings in the contract presented; he is putting trust in City
staff listening to Council comments and concerns in order to strengthen the contract; the
opportunity is rare and will quickly address the homeless crisis; the City is able to do something
it was unable to previously do by using ARPA funds; however, the contract must be
strengthened; expressed support for the matter; stated Alameda Point will be better in having a
mixed community.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she will not be supporting the motion; it is
unfortunate that the City is not providing public outreach in advance of approving the program;
the community is already mixed; legitimate concerns have been raised; neighbors needed to
have been involved in the process before the matter came to Council.
Vice Mayor Vella restated her motion to approve moving forward with the staff recommendation
[including adoption of the resolution] with direction to staff to change the contract language and
have more than one community meeting; amended her motion to include removal of funding for
the vehicle.
Councilmember Daysog accepted the amendment to the motion.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers
Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft:
Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
(21-755) Workshop to Review and Comment on the Draft Housing Element Update to
Accommodate the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) for the Period 2023-2031 in
Compliance with State Law. Continued to November 30, 2021.
(21-756) Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of Resolution Certifying the Final Environmental
Impact Report, and Adopting Findings and a Statement of Overriding Considerations, Mitigation
Measures and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan for the General Plan Amendment to
Update the Alameda General Plan; and
(21-756 A) Adoption of Resolution Adopting Alameda General Plan 2040. Continued to
November 30, 2021.
(21-757) Recommendation to Reorganize the City's Parking Management Program and Parking
Fund;
(21-757 / A) Resolution No. 15839, ""Amending the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Parking Fund Budget to
Restructure the Parking Fund."" Adopted; and
(21-757 B) Resolution No. 15840, ""Amending the Salary Schedule for the Alameda City
Employees Association (ACEA) and the Alameda Police Officers Association, Non-Sworn
(PANS) to Move the Two Parking Enforcement Positions from PANS to ACEA and Reassign
Two Full-Time Parking Enforcement Position Allocations from the Police Department to Public
Works."" Adopted.
The Transportation Planner gave a Power Point presentation.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired what happens to the money collected for ferry
parking.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,30,"The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded if the City initiates parking fees at
ferry terminals, all revenue is received by the City; it is not split with the Water Emergency
Transportation Authority (WETA).
Expressed support for moving parking enforcement out of the Alameda Police Department
(APD) and into Public Works and for ferry terminal parking fees: Zac Bowling, Alameda.
Expressed support for moving parking enforcement from APD to Public Works; discussed the
death of Mario Gonzales; expressed support for the matter tying into a larger transportation
issue; urged traffic stops also be considered: Savanna Cheer, Alameda.
Expressed support for parking management being part of the new program; stated that she is
against the paid parking at ferry terminals; ferry tickets are expensive; expressed concern about
increasing the cost for commuters; urged Council take the cost and burden into consideration;
discussed accessibility: Carmen Reid, Alameda.
Expressed support for the proposed changes being in line with parking minimums; urged City
staff to think of a parking brokerage model for business districts; stated the City could make
business parking pools more straight-forward, such as a branded City facility; expressed
support for moving parking management out of APD and for looking at traffic management in a
holistic manner: Drew Dara-Abrams, Alameda.
Stated that he applauds the City's efforts to bring as many services as possible out from under
the purview of APD; questioned who should pay for parking; stated General Fund parking
maintenance payments are paid for by taxpayers; many pay for enforcement inactions; stated
the City needs to separate parking problems from housing problems; parking as a function of
Public Works is a great first step; urged Council to consider implementing street parking permits
from 2:00 to 4:00 a.m. across the entire Island: Morgan Bellinger, Alameda.
Stated California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS) does not allow non-
sworn law enforcement officials access to vehicle data; illegally parked vehicles cannot be
checked; Public Works will be allowed to only ticket the vehicles and move along, when APD
could have run the vehicle for its history; Public Works staff and the public will be put at risk with
the inability to check license plates for crimes; staff will be at risk when approaching vehicles;
questioned whether Public Works will choose not to ticket illegally parked bicycles; expressed
concern about vehicles double-parking and the amount of staff needed for towed vehicles;
stated that he is against paid parking at Sea Plan Lagoon Ferry Terminal: Jim Strehlow,
Alameda.
Expressed support for the matter; stated the fewer people on the street with guns in the
community, the better; she does not support paid parking at the ferry terminal: Jenice Anderson,
Alameda.
Stated BikeWalk Alameda strongly supports the staff recommendation, especially for paid
parking at the ferry terminal; paid parking will be during the week; urged support for anything to
help capture costs of taxpayers subsidizing driving in Alameda: Denyse Trepanier, BikeWalk
Alameda.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether sworn Officers currently check parking
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,31,"meters.
The Police Captain responded sworn Officers can enforce parking violations; stated APD tries
not to use sworn Officers for parking enforcement; however, APD Parking Technician staff is
low; Technicians are not sworn Officers.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired how APD knows whether a car is stolen; whether
Public Works staff will be able to run license plates to check for stolen vehicles; what follow up
will occur under Public Works.
The Police Captain responded a vehicle found by Public Works staff that is believed to be stolen
will require staff to reach out to APD; stated a stolen vehicle will necessitate a sworn Officer
response; staff will also need to contact APD if a vehicle needs to be towed for blocking a
driveway or citation is needed for parking on private property, both of which require license
plates to be run; Officers use CLETS to identify registered owners.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how Public Works parking enforcement staff will suspect a vehicle
is stolen.
The Public Works Director responded APD will be able to provide Public Works staff with a hot
list that can be loaded into the handheld device; Public Works parking technicians will not be
able to see owner information; however, vehicle on the hot list will be seen for coordination with
APD.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether Amber Alerts will immediately be placed on
the list.
The Police Captain responded stolen vehicles are entered into CLETS by the initial reporting
agency; the update is dependent on the originating agency; sometimes the update is immediate
and other times the report updates after several hours.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated the information normally goes to APD; however, will
now go to Public Works staff; inquired how the information will flow from APD to Public Works.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired the functions of the handheld devices.
The Public Works Director responded that she can speak generally on the devices but does not
yet have detailed knowledge; stated that she does not have information about how long
information updates will take; staff will work out the details; discussed a ride-along; stated
license plate readers differs from the handheld device, which is able to scan the license plate for
ticket auto-generation; staff will work out the details of the how the hot list information ends up
on the handheld devices.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the current enforcement vehicles have
cameras, to which the Police Captain responded in the negative.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated there is no loss of services; inquired whether Public
Works technicians will be trained by APD technicians related to unhappy ticket recipients.
The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative; stated staff will work with Dixon
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,32,"Consulting and develop a program manual with general and specific training in order to target
issues of altercations while issuing a ticket.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired the City's plan for active parking meter hours going
forward.
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director responded staff has not gotten to that level
of detail; stated there are no plans to change the details in the immediate future.
The Public Works Director stated the immediate priority will be enforcement.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether Council is being asked to approve paid
parking at the ferry terminals, to which the Planning, Building and Transportation and Public
Works Director both responded in the negative.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated Council is being asked to approve the transfer of
services to Public Works from APD and a program budget; inquired how much the program will
cost the City.
The Public Works Director responded Council is voting on the establishment of a new, umbrella,
single parking fund; the fund will include three divisions; the program is intended to be self-
sufficient and will not have money infused; the program will take time to constitute; the program
will generate sufficient revenue and will eventually provide excess revenue; a Council policy will
address excess revenue; any amount above and beyond operational expenses will be
considered excess revenue; staff is seeking direction that the recommendation is acceptable for
Council; there is more work in detailing the total cost of the program; staff anticipates needing
additional vehicles; however, staff will present a mid-year budget appropriation request.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether current parking rates will change, to which
the Public Works Director responded staff is currently not recommending any changes to meter
rates.
Councilmember Knox White stated that he plans to support the matter; he wants to encourage
staff to put together the work program and think about how the City can use parking control
officers to address issues such as double parking; staff should issue double parking tickets to
address safety concerns being raised by parents near schools; he would like to encourage ways
to deploy enforcement staff to address a wide range of issues similar to other cities; parking was
previously heavily impacted in the evenings; expressed support for utilizing parking prices at
peak times to ensure spaces can be found and for looking at ways to have policies come back.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of the staff recommendation [including adoption of
the resolutions].
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated that he thinks parking enforcement is better
left in the hands of APD; the residents need people that are able to enforce parking laws in a
neutral and unbiased manner; he will not be supporting the staff recommendation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern over comments alluding to City staff being biased.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,33,"Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she understands APD is agreeable to the transfer
of responsibility to Public Works; inquired whether there are reasons APD supports the transfer.
The Police Captain responded APD supports the transfer; stated APD is happy to help
successfully transfer the program; APD has training outlines and programs which can be
provided to Public Works; APD has experienced difficulty hiring for the positions in the past;
transferring the program to Public Works will hopefully provide more success in staffing.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she plans to support the staff recommendation.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she supports the matter; noted the program is a better
utilization of resources.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers
Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft:
Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
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(21-758) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Tuesday November 30th at 5:00 p.m. works for
Councilmembers to hold a special meeting; whether the Housing Element [paragraph no. 21-
and the General Plan [paragraph no. 21- ] will be the matters continued for discussion,
to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for limiting the special meeting to the
Housing Element and the General Plan; stated that she would like staff to alert the public of the
meeting start time.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of scheduling a special meeting for November 30th
at 5:00 p.m. to hear the Housing Element and General Plan.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call
vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
***
(21-759) Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of Resolution Amending Master Fee Resolution
No. 12191 to Add and Revise Recreation and Park Fees for Calendar Year 2022. Continued to
December 7, 2021.
(21-760) Recommendation that City Council, Boards and Commissions Annually Review
Meeting Schedules for Possible Conflicts that Inhibit Maximum Public Participation. Continued
to December 7, 2021.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
(21-761) The City Manager made an announcement regarding the Community Development
Department Annual Community Service Awards and a Posey Tube closure November 17th from
10:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,34,"ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
None.
COUNCIL REFERRALS
(21-762) Considering Directing Staff to Provide an Update on License Plate Readers.
(Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
(21-763) Consider Directing Staff to Publicly Share Information on Parking Recreational
Vehicles. (Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
(21-764) Consider Directing Staff to Address Representation for Below Market Rate
Homeowners on Homeowner Association (HOA) Boards and with Property Management.
(Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
(21-765) Consider Directing Staff to Support Removal of the US Navy Constraints Limiting
Housing Development at Alameda Point. (Councilmember Herrera Spencer and Councilmember
Daysog) Not heard.
(21-766) Consider Directing Staff to Address Identifying New Areas at Alameda Point to
Develop a Number of Housing Units Above the Originally-Agreed Upon Numbers of the 2023-
2031 Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). (Councilmember Daysog) Not heard.
(21-767) Consider Directing Staff to Move Jean Sweeney Park Fencing. (Councilmembers
Herrera Spencer and Daysog) Not heard.
(21-768) Consider Reviewing and Updating the Previous City Council's Priorities at a Regular
City Council Meeting. (Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
(21-769) Councilmember Herrera Spencer discussed an upcoming community Thanksgiving
dinner at Christ Church.
(21-770) Councilmember Daysog announced that he attended the 80th anniversary of the Flying
Tigers at the USS Hornet.
(21-771) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft discussed a briefing on the Howard Terminal ballpark proposal;
stated that she attended a ribbon cutting for the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS)
mobile adoption center; discussed a Veterans Day Commemoration event; announced door-to-
door vaccine outreach by Alameda High School's leadership class; discussed Scouting for
Food, Starbucks grand opening and Signal Coffee Roasters ribbon cutting events.
ADJOURNMENT
(21-772) There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 12:00
a.m. in memory of Supervisor Wilma Chan.
Respectfully submitted,
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CityCouncil,2021-11-16,35,"Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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