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CityCouncil | 2020-04-21 | 15 | The City Manager responded having staff look into other funding opportunities could be part of the direction to staff. Vice Mayor Knox White stated the staff report notes grant sizes for funding up to $7,500; inquired whether consideration has been given to allowing some businesses to donate portions of grants to other businesses; whether the intent is to provide 80 $7,000 grants or up to 80 at $7,500. The Economic Development Manager responded the intention of the staff report was to allow for $7,500; stated the alternatives included a range between $5,000 and $10,000; noted Council may select a different amount. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether restrictions can be placed on the funding awards related to non-publicly traded entities. The Economic Development Manager responded Council may provide direction to exclude said entities. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like a breakdown of the timeline; noted that he would like to know the deadline and disbursement dates. The Economic Development Manager responded the information will go out by Monday; stated the ten days would begin after the information goes out; proposals would be reviewed within two weeks; following review, checks will be sent out within 30 days. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the application close date would be May 7, to which the Economic Development Manager responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether it is possible to put a placeholder on the May 5th agenda for Council discussion of the matter in the event more than 80 applications are received; expressed concern about delaying the process due to Council reauthorization. The Economic Development Manager responded that she is unsure changes can be made to the resolution; noted Council can change the recommendation to state: "as funds apply;" the resolution is related to funding; staff is requesting approval of the program; the reference in the staff report provides a concept. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether there will be adequate notice for business community members. The Economic Development Manager responded many businesses are responsive to e- mail; stated staff can ensure capital letters be used by for maximum visibility. Councilmember Oddie stated the minimum wage increase can be included in the Special Meeting Alameda City Council April 21, 2020 5 | CityCouncil/2020-04-21.pdf |