pages: CityCouncil/2006-04-18.pdf, 3
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CityCouncil | 2006-04-18 | 3 | Councilmember Matarrese stated reallocated funds are approximately 10% of the total budget; inquired whether a 10% carryover is anticipated for Fiscal Year 2007-2008. The Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded hopefully not; stated money would be spent on the Woodstock to Webster Street Project in the upcoming fiscal year. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether there was a 10% decrease in federal funding from the previous allocation, to which the Development Services Division Manager responded the decrease was approximately 9.5%. Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing. Karen Hollinger-Jackson, Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB) Member, stated the SSHRB unanimously agrees with the staff recommendation. There being no further speakers, Mayor Johnson closed the public portion of the hearing. Mayor Johnson thanked the SSHRB for input on funding issues. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether a one-year funding cycle occurred in the past. The Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded two-year funding cycles were done in the past; a one-year funding cycle was used most currently; the recommendation is to return to the two- year funding cycle. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether funding was in jeopardy. The Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded funding is always in jeopardy; CDBG funding cuts are recommended [at the federal level] every year; the funding has strong bi-partisan - support; 10% to 30% cuts are anticipated next year. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether funding adjustments have been made. The Base Reuse and Community Development Manager responded the second year funding cycle is contingent upon the allocation; the CDBG program caps social service expenditures at 20% of the total allocation. Mayor Johnson stated the federal government still works on a one- Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 3 April 18, 2006 | CityCouncil/2006-04-18.pdf |