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CityCouncil | 2021-01-05 | 6 | not be able to support the matter without more clarification; expressed support for Council working out the language to address the issue. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Councilmember Spencer is requesting modified language as direction to staff; noted should Council modify the language of the ordinance the matter reverts to first reading with a second reading to follow. Councilmember Spencer responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Vella inquired whether Council is addressing a problem that has been raised by companies which are agreeing to the lease. The City Manager responded that he has not received concerns from any businesses. The Assistant Community Development Director stated staff could include that any rescinding of funds must be approved by Council; the Council would then weigh-in on the severity of the violation and whether the violation warrants rescinding of funds; the agreement would not require modification. The City Attorney stated as long as the direction remains direction to staff, the second reading may proceed; if Council wishes to modify the lease to reflect new language, the matter will return for a first reading. Councilmember Spencer stated that she would like more information; inquired whether the proposal includes a separate document to be voted on by Council. The Assistant Community Development Director responded a staff report could be brought back to Council. The City Attorney stated Councilmember Spencer's inquiry is related to the form memorialized by Council's direction; the City Clerk will produce minutes and the Council direction is memorialized within the document as formal Council direction. Councilmember Spencer stated that she would prefer the language be included within the agreement; another sentence should be added to instruct staff to return to Council for direction. Vice Mayor Vella expressed concern about the decision to modify the lease causing impacts to businesses; stated businesses have agreed to sign the lease as-is; the issue is being raised on behalf of tenants but has not been raised by tenants; expressed support for input from Councilmembers or spokespeople that have heard concerns from tenants; stated that she would prefer to give direction to staff; noted Council meetings are public, concerns have been discussed and businesses have had the opportunity to reach out; stated the businesses she has spoken to have urged Council to approve the leases as-written; expressed concern about addressing a problem which has not been raised. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 January 5, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-01-05.pdf |