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CityCouncil | 2016-05-03 | 6 | Stated the CDBG program is threatened every year; urged Council to support the CDBG programs: Helen Sause, Alameda. Councilmember Oddie stated money should be set aside for the SSHRB to provide one- time grants if the City has positive financial results. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of adopting the CDBG/HOME Partnership Investment Program Action Plan and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute related documents, agreements, and modifications. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft outlined the CDBG funds origin; stated that she would like the City to ask a representative in Congress to support funding. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Matarrese stressed the importance of a mid-year review of the transfer tax; stated that he is prepared to vote for the recommendation. Mayor Spencer thanked Doug Biggs for his years of service; stated that she supports advocating for more funding. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (16-212) Resolution No. 15145, "Confirming the Park Street Business Improvement Area (BIA) Annual Assessment Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2016-17 and Levying an Annual Assessment on the Park Street BIA." Adopted. The Economic Development Division Manager gave a Power Point presentation. Stated he has been improving the Alameda Valero site; having food at the location requires a conditional use permit (CUP); stated the Public Works Department told him the matter needs to be reviewed; having food at the location would increase jobs, provide food for people working in the area and enhance the neighborhood; he will pass on the opportunity if the process becomes too expensive: Antonio Newmann, Alameda Valero. Vice Mayor Matarrese moved adoption of the resolution confirming the Park Street BIA assessment report and levying the assessment. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Mayor Spencer thanked the Economic Development Division Manager for the presentation. (16-213) Resolution No. 15146, "Confirming the Webster Street Business Improvement Area (BIA) Assessment Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2016-17 and Levying an Annual Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 3, 2016 | CityCouncil/2016-05-03.pdf |