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CityCouncil | 2017-04-07 | 8 | however, the current request is for staff to draft language regarding the relocation provisions that could be included in a model lease; further stated questions have been raised about not using Fair Market Rate (FMR); concerns have been raised that relocation fees disproportionately disadvantage renters paying under market; 470 Central Avenue tenants would not have received enough to cover first and last months' rent in the current market. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Vice Mayor Vella is discussing changing the formula. Vice Mayor Vella responded that she has heard suggestions to use a standard amount. Mayor Spencer inquired whether Vice Mayor Vella agrees with changing the relocation fee as proposed, to which Vice Mayor Vella responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft clarified the proposed provision addresses moving fees; suggested staff change the wording; stated that she is also concerned about renters paying under market; discussed FMR; stated people should be made whole; there should be discussion about changing the formula to the equivalent of first and last months' rent. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the majority of Council is fine with increasing the moving expenses using the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The Council responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie discussed 470 Central Avenue; stated there should be a predictable number; a floor could be set using a percentage of FMR and a similar cap could be included if the market drops. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the majority of Council would like to review the relocation fee formula. Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft, Oddie and Vice Mayor Vella responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he believes addressing the matter at the May 16th meeting is unrealistic; a study should be done correctly; known problems should be fixed and not held up; he is interested in getting information. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how long staff thinks the work will take. The Community Development Director stated there could be a two-step process; the ordinance could be amended more quickly for the straightforward, administrative items; staff could work on the more complex issues and the ordinance could be amended a second time. Continued April 4, 2017 Meeting Alameda City Council 8 April 7, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-04-07.pdf |