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CityCouncil | 2017-05-02 | 11 | working with to increase ecommerce; DABA is also working to expand its social media. Councilmember Oddie moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Vella seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated DABA, in conjunction with Rythmics, has submitted a grant to secure funds to support an art program that will include an art contest to decorate vacant store fronts, abandon buildings facades and fencing to improve the overall look of the downtown district. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he is looking forward to different events that raise money; the street closures are an inconvenience to people who use AC Transit. Mayor Spencer thanked staff and everyone involved in the collaboration. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (17-295) Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2017-18 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)/HOME Partnership Investment Program Action Plan; and Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Related Documents, Agreements, and Modifications at Funding Levels Approved by Congress. The Housing Authority Director of Housing and Community Development Director (HADHCD Director) gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the 23 affordable housing units that were created under non-housing community development, are in a particular development. The Community Development Director responded the 23 units are for TriPointe inclusionary housing units at Alameda Landing. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired what services were provided to the 273 homeless clients. The HADHCD Director responded the programs that specifically target homeless are Alameda Point Collaborative which provides job training Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired why WABA was not consulted regarding the economic development and business strategy on the West End. The HADHCD Director responded that she concurs outreach should also be to WABA; she will make sure the email list is updated to include WABA. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired about the statement: "no CDBG funds will be Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 May 2, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-05-02.pdf |