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CityCouncil | 2022-02-15 | 7 | Councilmember Daysog stated that he appreciates rescinding the previous decision; the previous matter is not the solution to solve the pension obligations and was fiscally risky, due to inflation and interest rate swings; the calculation showed a $2 million annual savings; discussed $2 million savings compared to annual wages for City staff; stated the $2 million savings can be eaten away and undo the strategy; CalPERS can still make decisions that would require the City to pay more; the desire to solve the pension obligation is spot-on; however, the strategy recommended had been incorrect. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Abstain; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Abstention: 1. (22-114) Resolution No. 15867, "Continuing the Declaration of the Existence of a Local Emergency in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Consistent with Government Code Section 8630(c).' Adopted. The Assistant City Manager gave a brief presentation. Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated Council has received multiple emails and inquiries regarding when the City will return to in-person meetings; inquired whether the matter is related. The Assistant City Manager responded not directly; stated separate actions are happening related to the Brown Act and the flexibility which has been offered relative to Council meetings. Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the matter is related to tenant protections. The Assistant City Manager responded in the affirmative; stated staff has heard from the landlord and tenant communities; staff will bring an item related to the rent moratorium to Council in March. Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired when the rent increase moratorium went into effect. The City Attorney responded that he does not have the specific date; stated staff will include the information in the March staff report. Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired when changes made to the rent moratorium would be effective. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern about discussing the rent moratorium; requested clarification on the discussion parameters. The City Attorney stated the inquiry posed relates to a future agenda matter; recommended staff present the matter when ready. Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the matter continues the rent freeze; inquired whether the rent freeze would cease immediately if Council does not support the matter. The City Attorney responded if Council decides not to continue the local emergency, rents will be able to increase in approximately 60 days. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council February 15, 2022 5 | CityCouncil/2022-02-15.pdf |