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CityCouncil | 2018-10-02 | 8 | The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded a two-year budget is prepared; stated budget projections are conservative; the Council has built a healthy fund balance; if participation in an accelerated minimum wage increase is supported, an budget impact would occur two years sooner than required under State law. Mayor Spencer inquired whether instead of by year five, a deficit would now occur in year three. The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director responded in the negative; stated the budget forecast would increase from $8 million to $8.4 million. Mayor Spencer stated that she would like to have seen a budget projection. The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director stated the budget increase is explained in the staff report. Mayor Spencer stated the item is only part of the entire budget; there is a chart which shows all expenses, but the chart is not included. The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director stated a cumulative impact of all budget impacts was not included; the report focuses strictly on the impact of the minimum wage increase. Mayor Spencer stated the cumulative impact information is missing; the Council needs to know said information in order to properly operate the City's budget. The Base Reuse and Economic Development Director stated the budget stabilizes and is adjusted by the Consumer Price Index (CPI); cost is dictated by a combination of the State minimum wage, the proposed ordinance, and CPI adjustments. Expressed concern over the impact of the steep increase on local businesses; suggested conforming to Oakland's plan: Michael Rose, Semifreddi's. Expressed support for the staff recommendation; made brief comments on studies: Mike Henneberry, Alameda Justice Alliance (AJA) and Alameda Labor Council. Discussed housing costs; urged the minimum wage be raised as quickly as possible: Eric Stimling, Alameda. Stated creating a level playing field in Alameda is crucial to be on par with neighbors; urged Council to support the staff recommendation: Jeanne Nader, AJA. Strongly advocated for raising the minimum wage to $15: Doyle Sailor, Alameda Expressed concern over her small restaurant having to raise prices: Cindy Kahl, Regular Meeting Alameda City Council October 2, 2018 5 | CityCouncil/2018-10-02.pdf |