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CityCouncil | 2015-01-20 | 13 | rate rent; urged continued funding for Midway Shelter: Jennifer Bowlin, Alameda. There being no further speakers, Mayor Spencer closed the Public Hearing. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether it is possible to continue with the transition from 120% to 80% area median income (AMI), but have a dispensation with regard to age. The Housing Authority Program Manager responded the first point actually includes 30% AMI and 50% AMI for rentals; stated any of the points can be made more specific to prioritize seniors. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, the Housing Authority Program Manager stated the update is for the 5-year plan; staff comes to Council every year with the Needs Statement to address issues that need refining. Mayor Spencer inquired whether staff can keep track of whose needs are being met, to which the Housing Authority Program Manager responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of the staff recommendation with the staff revisions. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (15-051) Report from the Alameda Rental Housing Community Discussion Group and Request for Council Direction Concerning Various Proposals. The Community Development director made brief comments. Jeff Cambra, Angela Hockabout, Alameda Renters Coalition (ARC), and Don Lindsey, representing landlords, gave a presentation. (15-052) Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval of continuing the meeting past 11:00 p.m. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how the group would deal with the issue of tenants choosing to remain anonymous due to fear of retaliation. Ms. Hockabout responded renters do not have enough support to be empowered and use the services available; stated the organization was created to provide emotional Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 January 20, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-01-20.pdf |