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CityCouncil | 2020-05-05 | 27 | funding; the issue is cash flow; expressed support for sole proprietors. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like more information provided on the Great Plates program. The City Manager stated Great Plates is another way to help restaurants; staff supports looking into the program. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft noted the program is for middle income seniors in need of meals. The City Manager stated there are about four programs within the community which provide meals to seniors; expressed concern about using the program and staff resources; noted the program requires an implementation plan; expressed support for using gofundme.com; expressed concern about the lack of regulation with gofundme.com; stated that he would like to ensure those donating understand donations will be used towards the cause; foundations and municipal trust options could be funding sources as well. Vice Mayor Knox White discussed the Meals on Wheels program; stated there is a huge need for assistance; noted a partnership with Meals on Wheels could be explored. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether staff has received sufficient direction. The City Attorney responded in the affirmative; stated Council can provide additional direction, but is not required to do so; Council may take a vote on any specific action, but a motion is not required. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether the City Manager has received direction and plans to investigate and report back at the next meeting on steps that can be taken for the Great Plates program and additional funding; expressed support for $300,000 and supporting the public-private partnership with the City Attorney's input and the City Manager's agreement. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the City Manager is keeping a close eye on the City's finances to come back with an amount; expressed support for all three approaches provided by the City Manager. Councilmember Vella stated Meals on Wheels and the senior meal delivery at Mastick Senior Center have increased delivery; the demand has gone up; expressed support for the programs to be run through or coordinated with an existing program or partnership; expressed concern about duplication of resources and staffing. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Great Plates program signs up participating restaurants; the restaurants have criteria to meet from the Department of Agriculture and nutrition standards; the restaurants provide delivery with staff that has been through a background check; the City is not involved in the delivery, but would be involved with Special Meeting Alameda City Council 6 April 21, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-05-05.pdf |