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CityCouncil | 2019-07-02 | 19 | Councilmember Oddie stated if the Rent Review Advisory Committee (RRAC) is disbanded, the mediation process can be changed. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the issue can be addressed in September. The Community Development Director stated staff needs direction for the September meeting. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for an option to keep some kind of voluntary mediation process. Councilmember Oddie moved approval of introduction of the ordinance establishing annual general adjustment in rent, a rent registry, banking, and a petition process for an upward or downward adjustment of rents as slightly modified by Council. Councilmember Vella seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated Alameda's data from the Census shows that 51% of renting households have an affordable rent, in that they pay less than 30% of their income towards rent; expressed support for administering aid to the 49% paying an unaffordable rate; stated data supports modifications to the Ordinance 3148; data does not support abandonment of Ordinance 3148. One the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Knox White, Oddie, Vella and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 4. Noes: Councilmember Daysog - 1. *** (19-403) Councilmember Vella moved approval of Council continuing the meeting past 11:00 pm [to hear the remaining agenda items], but to no later than 11:45 pm. Vice Mayor Knox White seconded, which carried by unanimous voice vote 5-ayes. *** (19-404) Public Hearing to Consider Introduction of Ordinance Amending Alameda Municipal Code Chapter XXVII, Section 27-3 Concerning Citywide Development Impact Fees. Introduced. The Planning, Building & Transportation Director gave a brief presentation. Carlos Villareal, Wildan Financial, continued the presentation. Councilmember Oddie stated a letter has been submitted; inquired whether there is a standard on what is considered to be improved. Mr. Villareal responded the general working definition is that improvements serve the Regular Meeting Alameda City Council July 2, 2019 18 | CityCouncil/2019-07-02.pdf |