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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Alameda public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
The Road Home: 5-Year Homelessness Plan
With temporary COVID-19 relief funds expiring by 2028, city staff are exploring alternative funding, county Measure W support, and potential conversion to permanent supportive housing.
Stardust Gardens Housing Project
The city is working to build 80 units of supportive housing at Alameda Point. The project is currently stalled due to a funding gap, and the city is stepping in to provide bridge financing to keep it on track.
Oakland Roots and Soul Sports Club Interim Stadium Proposal
The Oakland Roots and Soul soccer clubs are seeking a use permit to host professional soccer matches for up to five years at their Harbor Bay Parkway training facility, bringing up to 24 major matches and 8,000 attendees annually. The project involves installing modular seating, temporary amenities, and managing substantial game-day traffic and parking.
Main Street Neighborhood North Area Development Plan
The board reviewed planning concepts for developing the Main Street Neighborhood North area at Alameda Point. The discussion helps shape future growth and neighborhood design in the former naval base area.
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Updates
Board members and developers highlighted an issue with vacant moderate-income units sitting empty due to strict pricing requirements. The board recommended finding administrative fixes to allow existing projects to adjust their terms.
Radium Performing Arts Center Development at Alameda Point
Plans were reviewed for a new 53,000-square-foot performing arts center and public plaza on city-owned land at Alameda Point.
Immigrant Tenant Protections and Anti-Harassment
Speakers discussed legal protections under California's Immigrant Tenant Protection Act, prohibiting landlords and attorneys from inquiring about immigration status or threatening reports to ICE.
Radium Theatre Performing Arts Center Project
The board advanced a 600-seat performing arts center and public plaza at Alameda Point, promising to bring vibrant arts and cultural programming to the West End.
General Plan Housing Element and RENA Progress
The board reviewed annual progress on housing goals and expressed concern over slow housing production numbers, noting that high construction costs and economic headwinds are creating significant hurdles for meeting state housing mandates.
Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Grant
Alameda is working to secure over $44 million in state grant funding dedicated to affordable housing and sustainable community projects.