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CityCouncil | 2020-09-01 | 18 | 490 support for placing $150,000 in the grant fund instead of reimbursing [the General Fund], while still saving $100,000 for either Block by Block or Village of Love. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether a portion of the proposed $503,000 funding would be used by the Block by Block program. The Community Development Director responded in the affirmative; stated there is $203,000. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for more information being provided regarding the programs. Councilmember Vella stated that she understands the designated funding will go towards homeless; expressed support for staff returning with options for either the Block by Block program or a combination of that and expanding the hours for homeless outreach. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would like a framework provided; evenings and weekends need to be covered; Block by Block sounds like a good program; however, a place is needed for people to go willingly; the day center will help as a place for people to go, but it is only open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Block by Block could provide staffing for the off-hours; the two programs could be compatible working together. Councilmember Oddie amended his motion to move approval of $203,970 for a combination of additional homeless assistance and have staff return with options on the best areas to spend the funding; Council will allocate the funding, but staff will provide more information on programs with the goal of providing service seven days a week. Councilmember Vella expressed support for a report back on the status of applications for Alameda Strong, including both residential renters and small businesses; stated a discussion can be held if Council still sees a need to supply additional grant funding. Councilmember Oddie stated there is no reason not to place $250,000 into the small business relief grant program if the General Fund will be reimbursed; more funding is needed for grants; funding should not all be spent on day one. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated funding needs to be spent by the end of the year and there are needs which require funding; noted Councilmember Oddie modified his motion; inquired whether Councilmember Vella seconds the modified motion. Councilmember Vella responded in the affirmative. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. Vice Mayor Knox White stated the Council Referral includes important material, including extending the permit expiration. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for more bike parking; inquired whether direction to staff may be provided to look for areas to add more bike parking in downtown districts; stated more people are out on bicycles; the goal is to have riders journey to businesses, which requires bike parking. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for adding free bike parking. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council September 1, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-09-01.pdf |