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CityCouncil | 2009-01-20 | 5 | REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (09-031) - Resolution NO. 14298, "Appointing Ellen Hui as a Member of the Youth Advisory Commission. " Adopted. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Tam seconded the motion; the motion carried by consensus - 4. [Absent : Mayor Johnson 1. ] The City Clerk administered the Oath and presented a Certificate of Appointment to Ms. Hui. (09-032) - Public Hearing on Housing and Community Development needs for Community Block Grant Fiscal Year 2009-2010 Annual Plan. The Community Development Program Manager gave a Power Point presentation. Vice Mayor deHaan opened the public portion of the hearing. Speakers : Cyndy Wasko, Social Services Human Relations Board ( SSHRB ) President; Doug Biggs, Alameda Point Collaborative / SSHRB; Karuna Jaggar, Women's Initiative for Self Employment. There being no further speakers, Vice Mayor deHaan closed the public portion of the hearing. Councilmember Tam inquired whether a 30% increase in need is anticipated and whether the same allocation is expected. Ms. Wasko responded July through November figures show a 30% increase in need for food; stated the School District advises that there is an 11% increase in homeless families needing clothing and transportation vouchers. Vice Mayor deHaan stated that needs are concerning. The Community Development Program Manager stated that the City's public services allocation would be capped at 15% plus prior year's program income; an additional $9,000 was given to the Food Bank this year. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 January 20, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-01-20.pdf |