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CityCouncil | 2018-10-02 | 13 | be combined; inquired why Eden thinks it will have better results with the next application if it only includes the Senior project. Mr. Madeira responded senior housing components no longer make for a competitive funding application; stated in spite of the clerical error, Eden was still second in line for funding selection; based off of projections, the next round of funding applications is promising. Councilmember Oddie inquired if the City's allocation of Measure A1 funds could be applied to other projects. The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded the City's allocated $5 million for the Site A project; stated the regional pool is opening up another funding opportunity. Councilmember Oddie inquired if the City would be competitive in the regional pool, to which the Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Vella inquired how many other Alameda projects are being considered in the regional pool funding opportunity. The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded the Housing Authority may apply for funding for the Roseville project. Mr. Madeira completed his presentation. Expressed support for the amendments and APP; urged approval: Andreas Cluver, Building and Construction Trades Council. Stated the City has come far and should not turn back; urged approval: Michael McDonough, Chamber of Commerce. Urged approval; discussed the difficult process of getting affordable housing: Laura Thomas, Renewed Hope. Urged approval of the extension; stated the effort to obtain funding is difficult: Lynette Lee, Buena Vista Methodist Church and Renewed Hope. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of the fourth amendment [adoption of the resolution]. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Oddie agreed with the public comments; stated the Council cannot move back on the project; the complicated ways of finding funding for Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 October 2, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-10-02.pdf |