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CityCouncil | 2021-02-16 | 18 | The Interim Community Development Director stated staff was incorrectly informed to not go retroactive. Paul Thimmig, Bond Counsel, Quint & Thimmig, stated his legal opinion is a change cannot occur once a special tax is applied; people purchase property assuming a specific tax; staff recommends changing the tax to per unit [for new construction] moving forward; it is unfair to change a methodology for a current owner; outlined the process and analysis; stated the changes are subject to two-thirds voter approval. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Council is approving the matter be sent to voters, to which Mr. Thimmig responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Vella moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Knox White seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Daysog stated it is important to have add-on fees; many new developments at Alameda Point will be in a position for the City to collect ad valorem property tax and add-on property tax; outlined a 1999 CFD development pass- through process; noted Alameda is in a great position in receiving property tax; expressed support for the matter. On the call for the questions, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. (21-105) Public Hearing to Consider Approving the Housing and Community Development Needs Statement for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-22. The Community Development Program Manager gave a Power Point presentation. Discussed the importance of uplifting gender equity and gender based violence particularly during and in the aftermath of a pandemic; expressed support for the Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB) for featuring domestic violence and the importance of gender equity issues in the needs statement; outlined reports related to gender based violence and legal problems; urged Council to look at intersecting issues of gender and race equity and impacts to the community: Erin Scott, Family Violence Law Center. Gave a Power Point presentation outlining 2-1-1 calls for Alameda County: Alison DeJung, Eden Information and Referrals. *** (21-106) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether Council would consider providing Ms. DeJung an additional one to two minutes of speaking time to finish her presentation. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 16 February 16, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-02-16.pdf |