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CityCouncil | 2014-07-01 | 6 | Expressed concern over property builders and stakeholders not having ample time to review the DIF study; urged more time be given to assess impacts: Robert McGillis, Architect, Alameda. Stated the Government Relations and Economic Development Committee (GREDC) established by the Chamber of Commerce supports staff recommendation: Michael McDonough, Chamber of Commerce. Urged the DIF not be delayed; stated Alameda will lose money: Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association (PSBA). Discussed multi-family housing: Bill Smith, Alameda. Mayor Gilmore stated there is a difference between the impact fees of Alameda and Alameda Point; Alameda Point development fees are calculated on a per acre basis. The City Manager concurred with the Mayor, stated Mr. Smith's assumptions regarding multi-family versus single family units do not hold. The Community Development Director stated Mr. Smith is correct; an Affordable Housing/Unit Fee or Linkage Fee is charged for non-residential development to capture the impacts and need for affordable housing for new employees; however, the Nexus Study focused solely on the DIF and did not address the Linkage Fee which is a separate ordinance; the Linkage Fee is included in all fees assessed on non-residential development. The Assistant City Manager noted the Nexus Study includes a commercial comparison. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the Alameda Point piece could be bifurcated from rest of the City. The Public Works Administrative Management Coordinator responded bifurcation is possible; however, the City would forego millions of dollars if the item is delayed to September. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there was a short window of time to complete the study and present it to Council; other cities have used a longer window. The City Manager stated if Council decides to extend dialogue with the BIA, staff would recommend a moratorium on building permits until the fees are adopted so no money is left on the table, and everyone pays a fair share. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated fees have not been increased for 13 years, a 60-day delay should not cause undue harm; that she has complete confidence in report, but encourages delaying approval in order to hear people have dialogue with the BIA. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 July 1, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-07-01.pdf |