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CityCouncil | 2020-11-17 | 15 | Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether funding is available for the increase in lifeguards. The Recreation and Parks Director responded lifeguards are only available when swim lessons or user groups occur; stated the lifeguard fee is new and costs will be covered under the new fee. Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of the City Manager's alternative proposal [adoption of the resolution] with all 2020 fees held through 2021, with the exception of the proposed reduction in swim fees and accepting the proposed new fees. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: No; Knox White: Aye; Oddie: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1. (20-718) Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to the Community Development Block Grant Action Plans for Fiscal Years 2019-20 and 2020-21; and Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Related Documents, Agreements and Modifications. The Program Manager gave a PowerPoint presentation. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether thought has been given to transitioning persons using the safe parking program into the community cabins and whether thought given about who is eligible for community cabins. The Program Manager responded the matter includes allocating funds for the potential purchase of community cabins; stated steps will be taken, including contracting with a social service agency to provide services; staff expects cabins to be potential shelter for those living in cars. Councilmember Daysog inquired how many cabins can be purchased for $200,000, to which the Program Manager responded 12 to 15 units. Questioned the proposed location for the community cabins: Carmen Reid, Alameda. The Development Manager stated identifying a location is part of the steps to take once funding is approved; a location has not yet been identified. Councilmember Oddie stated the matter shows how much government can do to help and serve people. Vice Mayor Knox White moved approval of the staff recommendation. Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Vella stated there are many moving parts to the Special Meeting Alameda City Council November 4, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-11-17.pdf |