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CityCouncil | 2018-09-04 | 27 | Councilmember Oddie stated a confidentiality agreements would prevent tenants from telling the RRAC; he is concerned about the large decrease in number of rent increases. Vice Mayor Vella questioned if the City could track when someone goes to a RRAC member involved in a settlement outside the RRAC proceedings; suggested the annual, cumulative rent increase causing effective evictions be brought to the RRAC's attention and included in the information provided in the future. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she hopes changes can be made to the ordinance following the election in November; one of the main changes to be made is noting the actual relocation expenses versus the relocation assistance funds provided to tenants; that she is troubled by the allegations made against a particular RRAC member and would like to again renew her call to get rid of the RRAC altogether; resources can be used better by staff. In response to Councilmember Oddie's inquiry regarding Councilmembers and RRAC members appropriate roles, the City Attorney stated her office is looking into the matter in question. The Assistant City Attorney stated regular ongoing and onboarding meetings are included as part of the training provided to the RRAC members. The Community Development Director noted the Council had clearly directed staff to look into possibly revising relocation benefits. Mayor Spencer moved approval of accepting the annual report. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA None. COUNCIL REFERRALS None. *** Vice Mayor Vella left the meeting at 12:20 a.m. *** Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 25 September 4, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-09-04.pdf |