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CityCouncil | 2021-11-16 | 9 | funding as much as possible to help in the later years; the location is good and is close to services; noted the location is close to College of Alameda; stated there are unhoused college students; participants of the program might be able to take advantage of courses offered by the College of Alameda; the location is also close to public transportation; noted that she will not support any tax efforts for program funding. Vice Mayor/Commissioner Vella stated housing and lack of housing is a problem for all, regardless of location; costs continues to escalate; everyone pays the price when people need social services and assistance due to not being provided with routine and basic human necessities; the first basic human necessity is shelter; there have been concerns and comments related to interference with college students; many of her students face housing insecurity; housing insecurity creates adverse effects in many different ways; society pays a high price for housing insecurity; the program is a step in the right direction; expressed support for more similar projects; stated the State will have discussions about whether or not the project will count towards the Housing Element; the program is the right thing to do; Council should find funding for the program; the future cost is to the General Fund is trivial in order to see the project through; expressed support for compassion through actions; stated compassion is where the biggest difference can be made; the City depends on the network of County services for the overall social welfare of the community; the City needs to do its part; expressed support for the City's ability to move quickly and seeing the program come to fruition. Councilmember/Commissioner Daysog stated the City needs to seize the opportunity to do something bold; the project will potentially put 46 to 60 individuals back onto a path of stability; the program will significantly the homeless population numbers; expressed support for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds; stated City staff will be creative in future years if General Fund monies are needed; the project is exciting due to the modular characteristics and ability to be quickly implemented; expressed support for the project. Councilmember/Commissioner Knox White expressed support for the project; stated that he would like to provide direction to staff to work with providers to ensure housing is maximized over parking; providing parking is needed to run a successful program; expressed support for 48 to 49 units on the parcel and extending the ability to provide services and support and for engaging with the neighborhood Homeowners Associations ; stated concerns and questions are arising; the earlier discussions occur, the better and more successful the program will be. Mayor/Chair Ezzy Ashcraft discussed a center in Berkeley and a facility in Mountain View; stated results are possible and within the City's grasp; the housing is modular and can be stood up quickly; inquired whether the Mountain View project contains more housing than what is proposed for Alameda, to which Mr. Good responded in the affirmative. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council and Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission 6 November 2, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-11-16.pdf |