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CityCouncil | 2015-06-11 | 5 | 306 The Interim City Manager stated the process includes an inventory to determine which buildings need to come down and prioritize the order; staff needs to do some planning and will proceed as quickly as possible. In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry regarding resources, Mr. Biggs stated Alameda County put significant amount of money into rapid rehousing; the chronically homeless need permanent, supportive housing; the City is close to providing a solution. Mayor Spencer gave a recount of her experience; encouraged more members of the community to participate in the next count. (15-391) Public Hearing to Consider Collection of Delinquent Business License Taxes and Delinquent Integrated Waste Management Accounts Via the Property Tax Bills. The Finance Director submitted updated information and gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the people on the list were notified of the hearing date, to which the Finance Director responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether prior Council waived the late fees if the business license is paid, to which the Finance Director responded the fee is included on the Master Fee Schedule and Council can decide whether or not to waive the fee. The Interim City Manager stated the fee has generally been waived for first offenders in the past. Mayor Spencer stated the list does not differentiate first time offenders. Councilmember Oddie inquired which are first offenders, to which the Interim City Manager responded that she does not know. Councilmember Daysog inquired about Legacy Partners, to which the Finance Director responded Legacy Partners has rental properties and has a history of making payments late. Councilmember Daysog requested additional information on the late fee being excessive. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Legacy Partners is a first-time offender or reoccurring, to which the Finance Director responded that she does not have said information, but it could be provided. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how the late fee compares to other cities. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council June 11, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-06-11.pdf |