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CityCouncil | 2017-03-07 | 9 | affordable housing project against another; the money does not stretch far enough; understanding how complicated it is to cobble affordable housing funding is important; Alameda does need more affordable housing and needs to look to the State; there are 169 housing-related issues making their way through the legislature; the City needs to do everything possible to increase affordable housing funds; she feels strongly about the two projects; geographical equity is important and affordable housing needs to be spread across the Island; seniors housing issues are difficult; Alameda has a 25% affordable housing component; Alameda Point Collaborative homes exceed the percentage at 30%; Alameda is ahead of the class; Alameda is a Sanctuary City which should be more than words on paper. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he will be voting to approve the funding; he will not risk Site A or Eagle Avenue; there is an irony that permanent loans are based on Section 8 vouchers; Council needs to approve the funding or risk losing 150 units. Vice Mayor Vella stated it would be helpful to capture the work performed; she would like to get a matrix of what the City applied for; urged putting pressure on the Board of Supervisor so funds are in place sooner rather than later; she supports both projects and does not want to risk other monies; the State not prioritizing senior affordable housing is sad; she does not want to further delay the projects, but contingencies need to be discussed; the City should make sure to have a plan B in place so the projects are not delayed. Mayor Spencer thanked staff for additional efforts and information; stated that she is concerned about having less money moving forward; she will be supporting the funding; prioritization is critical. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the staff recommendation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. *** Mayor Spencer called a recess at 8:59 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:06 p.m. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 March 7, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-03-07.pdf |