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CityCouncil | 2022-04-19 | 16 | Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated there is an option to transition from a pilot program to a fully funded program with the current data; she would be curious to hear the best recommendation for the program moving forward. The Fire Chief stated remaining in pilot status is in the best interest in order to provide a thorough analysis of the pilot program; staff continues to look at success and ensure the expectations of Council and the community are met; he recommends the program continue to January 2023 and come back to Council; the approach gives staff months to pivot and decide the next model. Katherine Schwartz, AFS, stated that she agrees with the Fire Chief's recommendation; the program is still early on; having flexibility is helpful in order to be able to make adjustments as data becomes more robust; providing support to first responders is part of an ongoing discussion; staff is looking to provide additional training and opportunities for de-briefings with one-on-one check-ins; staff is also looking at other ways to ensure the emotionally taxing work is done in a way that does not produce burnout and allows staff to provide a fully empathetic response; AFS and AFD staff are working to make the support available. (22-273) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft suggested addressing the hearings for the parking provisions [paragraph no. 22-274 and the two Community Facilities Districts [paragraph no. 22-267 and 22-268]. Councilmember Knox White moved approval of hearing the items after 11:00 p.m. then adjourning. Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Ayes; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. The Police Chief concurred with Ms. Schwartz and the Fire Chief. Councilmember Herrera Spencer requested clarification on AFS's organization and background. Ms. Schwartz stated AFS has been serving Alameda for 50 years; AFS is a continuum of service provider serving all ages; AFS has three primary divisions: early childhood and family support services, school based and a clinic and community based behavioral health division; the AFS family resource center includes a family resource van; AFS has crisis and case management services; AFS is trying to develop a broad network of support; the intention is to ensure AFS is able to support all of the members of Alameda in whatever capacity is needed; AFS is working hard and appreciative of Council support and partnership. Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for the motion to continue the program as a pilot; stated that she commends all for stepping up and addressing the issue; the program is being looked at across the country for reference; she is looking forward to the continual evolution of the program over time; she is confident that the current team is the team she envisioned last year as most capable. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Regular Meeting Alameda City Council April 19, 2022 14 | CityCouncil/2022-04-19.pdf |