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CityCouncil | 2022-05-03 | 14 | homes. Councilmember Knox White inquired whether individuals are picked up off the street and offered housing; stated that he believes there is a process and individuals are generally well assessed and known; he understands that people will be screened with the information provided; the likelihood of unknown people moving into the house is very unlikely. The Community Development Director concurred with Councilmember Knox White; stated the amount of unhoused people in the City is such that staff typically does have information and almost a relationship with each person through various service providers; the City will hopefully be partnering with Village of Love; people have the opportunity to come through the program via Village of Love; the goal for staff is to ensure people receive supportive housing; people should be housing ready and able to co-house with other individuals. Councilmember Knox White requested clarification about the process of certifying people for compliance with Megan's Law while living in the community, not housed and living in an encampment. The Community Development Director stated there is not a certification process unless the individual participates in a City program. Councilmember Knox White stated moving into the house would require a higher process; the greatest need for this type of housing is not families; he is concerned the number of people able to be served could be cut in half; it is easy to work with families and seniors while leaving the people who need the most help off to the side; requested program details being shared. The Community Development Director stated staff is responding to community comments and concerns; the staff report indicates the program could be slightly modified for an opportunity to house additional individuals in two of the homes and a family in another; concurred the highest need is for individuals; stated medically vulnerable seniors have been prioritized and other individuals would be housing using a prioritization system; two families can be housed. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested an explanation of the population being served at the Dignity Village development. The Community Development Director stated the development is a combination which will house individual unhoused people and serve the top priority of those who are chronically unhoused; there will be an effort to house individuals that are considered re- housed. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether any families with children will be included. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 3, 2022 10 | CityCouncil/2022-05-03.pdf |