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CityCouncil | 2019-04-16 | 17 | In response to Vice Mayor Knox White's inquiry regarding Design Review, the Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the time and materials payment is essentially a deposit. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired about smaller projects, to which the Building Official responded the hourly rate went up, but the amount of time remained the same. Vice Mayor Knox White noted the increase is about 25%. Councilmember Daysog stated that he has the same concerns about impacts on smaller scale projects; the Planning fees seem to impact larger projects and the Building fees seem to impact smaller projects; he would like fees with a 78% cost recovery not to be adjusted. The Planning, Building and Transportation Director stated the most money comes from small projects; stated the Department operates without using General Fund money; discussed the reserves; stated not charging 100% cost recovery would eat away reserves. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would not support the proposal; the fees have been streamlined; the charges are reasonable; homeowners can finance improvements; property in the area has appreciated greatly. *** (19-244) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a motion is needed to consider the two items after 11:00 p.m.: Councilmember Daysog's referral [paragraph no. 19-245 and the Emma Hood Swim Center [paragraph no. 19-246]. Councilmember Vella inquired whether the referral could be continued to another meeting. Councilmember Daysog stated the referral was continued from two meetings ago. In response to Councilmember Vella, Councilmember Daysog stated the referral could be heard at the beginning of the next meeting. Vice Mayor Knox White suggested moving it to the special meeting on April 22nd. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted the meeting would not be broadcast. Councilmember Daysog moved approval of considering both items. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. Under discussion, the Council discussed timing. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 April 16, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-04-16.pdf |