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CityCouncil | 2013-02-19 | 7 | the fundraising and expenditures for that past year, and plans for the upcoming year; if the Council is not satisfied, staff can be directed to terminate the agreement by giving the 120 day notice. Councilmember Daysog accepted the clarification to the motion. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the amended motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (13-071) Recommendation to Acknowledge Rent Increase Concerns at 350 Central Avenue and Authorize the Mayor to Send a Letter Encouraging the Owner to Comply with the Rent Review Advisory Committee Recommendations. Not heard. (13-072) Recommendation to Acknowledge Rent Increase Concerns at 1514 Benton Street and Authorize the Mayor to Send a Letter Encouraging the Owner to Comply with the Rent Review Advisory Committee Recommendations. The Housing Programs Manager and Rent Review Advisory Committee (RRAC) Chair gave a brief presentation. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the letter being sent would be enforceable, to which Mayor Gilmore responded in the negative. Encouraged the City to do everything possible to embrace a fair approach for the renters as well as the landlord and explore how to implement some type of rent cap for seniors and those with disabilities and limited incomes: Audrey Lord Hausman, Alameda. Explained the reason for rent increases: Michael Shepperd, Attorney for Property Owner (submitted information). Stated the Rent Review Advisory committee should resolve the issue at hand: Sally Han, Alameda Association of Realtors. Stated her parents and disabled sister had to leave their home due to rent increase and urged the Council uphold the Rent Review Advisory Committee's recommendation: Amparo Adlao, Alameda. Expressed support for the Rent Review Advisory Committee's decision; stated Alameda residents deserve as much protection as Victorian houses: Emil Sobiro, Tenant (submitted information). Suggested Alameda consider Rent Control to protect the residents of Alameda: Geoff Thorpe, Tenant, Urged large rent increases be prevented: Frank Adlao, Alameda. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 February 19, 2013 | CityCouncil/2013-02-19.pdf |