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CityCouncil | 2020-04-22 | 12 | Councilmember Vella expressed concern about a waiver causing questions or a cloud of uncertainty; stated that she would like everything to be done above board; noted the Housing Authority and the City were once one entity. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether any criteria could be added to allow the waiver to be considered; stated Goldfarb is a large firm; questioned whether the Attorneys work out of the same office. The Community Development Director responded both parties work out of the Oakland office. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated two Attorneys on opposite sides ethically would not discuss the item. Councilmember Oddie stated when delicate negotiations complete, he could consider the waiver; he would like to ensure all items are ironed out before he can support the item; his position is not a no forever, but he is not willing to support the waiver right now. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated it seems as though the stance is not supportive of having the Housing Authority using Goldfarb during negotiations; inquired the timeline to allow new Attorneys to be engaged. The City Attorney stated should Council not grant the waiver at the moment, the Housing Authority will engage special counsel without having to disengage its regular counsel. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the Housing Authority would have another firm available if needed. The City Attorney responded the issues could be brought up to another firm within a reasonable time. The Chief Assistant City Attorney stated there is time sensitivity related to the two agreements between the City and Housing Authority; the rent agreement will come before Council in June. The Community Development Director stated staff anticipates bringing the new contract for the rent program in June, as well as the amended staffing services agreement; the agreements are relatively straight-forward. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired when the Housing Authority Board will meet next. The Community Development Director responded the Board meets monthly; stated the meetings are typically held the second Wednesday of each month. Continued April 21, 2020 Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 April 22, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-04-22.pdf |