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CityCouncil | 2018-02-20 | 7 | Fairbank, Maslin, Maulllin Metz & Associates; Craig Hill, NHA Advisors; gave a Power Point presentation. Mayor Spencer inquired what the top three priorities are for Alamedans according to the engagement survey. The Public Works Director responded the top three priorities are traffic, potholes/sidewalks and streets; the bottom three are historic buildings, affordable housing and trees. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether the reference to clean drinking water is specific to Alameda Point. The Public Works Director responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Vella inquired about the total cost of the project. The Public Works Director responded $21 million. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether the project violates the Fiscal Neutrality Policy. The Assistant City Attorney responded in the negative; stated the Fiscal Neutrality Policy is intended to protect the General Fund; the funds do not comingle with the General Fund; stated staff has other examples of Grant funding being used without violating the Fiscal Neutrality Policy. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether Bond funding has ever been used. The Assistant City Attorney responded in the negative. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether there are other examples where challenges have been made regarding the issue. The Assistant City Attorney responded that he is unaware of the Fiscal Neutrality Policies of other cities; the measure is the first time Alameda would be bonding for indebtedness. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether staff has researched other cities that have had Fiscal Neutrality Policies and whether they were able to use bond monies in said areas. The Assistant City Attorney responded in the negative; stated Alameda's Fiscal Neutrality Policy is unique to Alameda. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether the money will be part of a 5% rent increase relative to the rent ordinance. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 February 20, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-02-20.pdf |