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CityCouncil | 2019-01-15 | 7 | for a mobile hygiene unit only if other large cities were a part of the partnership; stated Carnegie Hall could be utilized as a short-term facility. Councilmember Daysog stated the City should continue dialogue and share resources with the County; expressed concern about the City sanctioning an RV park. Councilmember Oddie stated the City should continue providing dignified services; the money is to require the City to come up with funds; funds could come from transfer taxes provided in the next budget cycle; he prefers service-related options versus installed restrooms that may not help the unsheltered; outlined the need for rental subsidies; expressed concern about provisions for Section 8 housing voucher programs; stated people should not be denied the ability to shower; the homeless problem is solved by providing people with housing and services. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she met with the Oakland Mayor to discuss homelessness; Oakland has purchased an apartment or multi-dwelling unit buildings to turn over to an affordable housing operator; it takes less time to rehabilitate an old building than to build new; a number of different solutions need to be examined; 49 permits have been approved for Accessible Dwelling Units (ADU) by Alameda in the past year; expressed support of a mobile hygiene unit; expressed support for looking into using the Carnegie building; stated that she would also support a mobile laundry facility; prevention of homelessness is key; she and Councilmember Vella will be in Sacramento on Thursday for the League of California Cities on Housing Community and Economic Development and will bring back ideas. Councilmember Vella inquired if it is possible to use the funds to install a washer and dryer or expand restrooms at the warming center; stated that she would like to see the funds be used efficiently. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated water use at the warming center should consider and funds should be used to pay the water utility bill. Councilmember Oddie stated consideration of partnering with the School District would be helpful. Councilmember Vella moved approval of the staff recommendation, incorporating Council's suggestions. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Vice Mayor Knox White stated the "Everyone Counts 2019" event for Alameda County's homeless count will occur on January 30. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 January 15, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-01-15.pdf |