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CityCouncil | 2016-02-16 | 17 | Stated her tenants make more than her combined family income; urged Council to exempt small mom and pop landlords: Gail Paul. Stated the ordinance is putting regulations on the free market: Jew Lon Mien. Stated both sides do not agree with the ordinance; urged Council to come back with something better: Catherine Behringer. Stated there is consensus between tenants and property owners; no one agrees with the ordinance; the City is trying to tell landlords how to handle their retirement; urged coming up with a larger solution to affordable housing: Joshua Howard, California Apartment Association. Stated that she supports rent control; the protections should apply to all residence in Alameda: Cynthia Atases, Alameda. *** Mayor Spencer called a recess at 11:33 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 11:49 p.m. *** Mayor Spencer stated there are many good landlords and good tenants; she feels the solution will bring people to the table and RRAC can resolve it; 85% of the RRAC cases are resolved; preference would be to have a unanimous vote; every Councilmember has an opportunity to express concerns; something needs to be done; tonight is a first reading; inquired if there is any reason to focus on the Whereas sections of the ordinance. The Assistant City Attorney stated all ordinance language is important. Mayor Spencer inquired whether CEQA is required for the historical homes. The Assistant City Attorney stated historic homes may cost more to maintain, Council can take into consideration; however, there is no impact to the environment. Mayor Spencer requested the word to "landlord" be substituted for "housing provider." Councilmember Oddie stated that he has no objection. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she has no objection. Vice Mayor Matarrese stated that he has no objection. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the offer of a one year lease is available in two scenarios: new tenants and existing tenants upon a rent increase; questioned the wording in Subsection 6-58.35.B. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 February 16, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-02-16.pdf |