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PlanningBoard | 2014-06-09 | 3 | story of losing work and a landlord raising her rent. She stated there are a lot of single women in Alameda who cannot afford to be here and are afraid of being forced out. Ms. Lisa Hall, spoke on being a lifelong resident and told her story of losing work and her house, and trying to find a rental. She found an apartment, but rental increases on a fixed income is a hardship. Ms. Helen Sause, commended the city on the increased number of units to be developed in Alameda. She asked if more can be done to increase the number of affordable units. She urged to be mindful of what the long-term land use will look like. Ms. Karen Bey, spoke on being a landlord and the struggles of keeping properties in good condition. She commented on the issue being supply and demand for rentals. It's been a very long time without new multi-family units being built in Alameda. Putting the burden on small landlords isn't fair. Closed public comment. Board member Alvarez-Morroni is fine with what is proposed. Board member Zuppan thanked staff for their work. She would like the transportation in Alameda addressed, stating that demand management needs to be proactive for the entire city. Board member Köster thanked staff for their work and he agrees with Board member Zuppan on the need for parking and transportation issues to be addressed. Board member Knox White asked about the employee housing program. Mr. Thomas stated this is a response to a state law. Board member Knox White supports Ms. Harp's comment. He wants a change to the list of meetings, and acknowledgment that everyone was spoken with. Mr. Thomas stated there have been a number of meetings and this list is only the boards and commissions. He commented that an annual report will address the overall city housing health. Vice President Henneberry commended staff for the work done on the past two HE's. President Burton commented on the Universal Design language and agreed with Ms. Harp's suggestion. Mr. Thomas reviewed the suggestions from PB. Vice Henneberry asked staff to explain the role of the board in setting up the proposed Approved Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 7 June 9, 2014 | PlanningBoard/2014-06-09.pdf |