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CityCouncil | 2010-09-25 | 4 | Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Council could make a motion, to which the Interim City Manager responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Gilmore acknowledged the difficultly the School District faces putting together its budget; stated the School Board's core mission is providing education from kindergarten to twelfth grade; however, cutting the program would be difficult. Councilmember Tam moved approval of the staff recommendation. Vice Mayor deHaan seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Matarrese stated the motion should include that the City's contribution should not jeopardize State funding and end up subsidizing the State; said direction applies to every item on the agenda today. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the long-term solution has to come from the School District; the City will be available to help in any way possible. Board Member Jensen stated a substantial cost of the program is the after school program; the funding addresses both the toddler and after school part of the program. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The School Board addressed the matter. (10-462) Recommendation to Support Alameda Unified School District Special Legislation. The Interim City Manager and Superintendent gave a brief presentation. Board Member Jensen inquired whether the legislation would impact the City's ability to provide low- and moderate-income housing. The Interim City Manager responded in the negative; stated the opposite would happen if an arrangement that would not jeopardize the School District is worked out; the City would have the money that has been taken out of the housing set aside fund for the School District; the City does housing; the question is whether complications for the District regarding the 80% funds would exist. Board Member Jensen inquired whether the City's requirement to provide low- and moderate-income housing would be reduced, to which the City Manager responded in the negative; stated more dollars would be set aside for the City to do housing. Board Member Jensen raised questions about amending the 1991 agreement and the School District General Counsel responded. Special Meeting Alameda City Council 4 September 25, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-09-25.pdf |