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CityCouncil | 2013-06-18 | 15 | Mr. Villapando stated that he was in constant communications with an Inspector. Mayor Gilmore stated that Mr. Villapando indicated that he was in constant communications with an Inspector, and then there was no communication for nine months. Mr. Villapando explained that he had medical issues; stated that he would like to be able to get permits right away; the family does not have the money to pay the fine right away. Councilmember Chen stated giving an exception to one family is not fair to others; that he is comfortable moving forward with a lien. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether the lien is upon sale or transfer. The City Attorney responded the City could opt to collect at any time after placing a lien on the property; stated any transfer or sale would reveal there is a lien, which would have to be accepted or paid off. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a cloud was placed on the property in 2011. The Chief Building Official stated a Notice of Violation was filed with the County, which would come up if someone did a title search. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether action is required by the property owner, to which the Chief Building Official responded in the affirmative; stated the City would not remove the notice until the violations are corrected. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she concurs with Councilmember Chen; she is having a hard time understanding throwing away $1,000 per month by choosing to ignore the situation; the City has to be aware of the message being sent; that she wants to get the work done. Mayor Gilmore inquired what tools the City has to ensure the work is done after a lien is placed on the property. The Chief Building Official responded the citation process would start again if the property owner does not comply within a certain timeframe. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether the City could assess the property next year if the work is not done; further inquired if the lien would have to be removed. The Chief Building Official responded the City could do a combination of a lien and an assessment. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 June 18, 2013 | CityCouncil/2013-06-18.pdf |