pages: CityCouncil/2017-04-07.pdf, 18
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CityCouncil | 2017-04-07 | 18 | Vice Mayor Vella stated the trust fund would be discussed later tonight; there should be ways to dis-incentivize anyone not complying with the ordinance; landlords overcharging or not complying with the ordinance should pay a penalty into the trust fund. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would want to ensure everyone has been sufficiently educated; suggested a warning be issued first. The Community Development Director stated staff typically does education first since the ordinance is new. Vice Mayor Vella stated that she wants options for someone who continues to be out of compliance. The HAHCD Director outlined the current process; stated if there is non-compliance, the Program Administrator refers the case to the City Attorney's office; if non-compliance continues, the case moves to a citation. The Community Development Director noted only two citations have been issued. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the citations include fees, to which the Community Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated the $250 citation fee covers staff costs. The Community Development Director inquired whether Council is okay with the provision, to which the Council responded in the affirmative. The Community Development Director outlined the next two provisions about the definitions of family members. Mayor Spencer inquired whether both sides have discussed the issue. The Community Development Director stated the definitions were drafted based on State or federal law. Mayor Spencer stated her concern is about the number of people being added being in a one bedroom unit. The Assistant City Attorney stated the number of people per square foot cannot exceed the Uniform Housing Code. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether the definitions would reference that the City is trying to comply with federal and State law. The Assistant City Attorney responded language could be added to do so. Continued April 4, 2017 Meeting Alameda City Council 18 April 7, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-04-07.pdf |