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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Alameda public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Accessory Dwelling Unit and Condominium Conversion Zoning Updates
The city is updating its zoning code to align with state laws regarding ADUs and to allow property owners to convert ADUs into condominiums for separate sale. The board generally supported offering homeownership options while protecting rental housing stock.
Minimum Wage Ballot Measure
Alameda is clashing over a proposed $30 minimum wage ballot measure. A new county study warns it'll cost the city a massive $33 million, but backers are fighting back, saying the study's math is totally off because it ignores the ten-year phase-in plan.
City Manager Recruitment and Appointment
The city council is actively working to fill the permanent city manager position, discussing candidate appointment details in closed session.
Geoengineering Experiment Refusal
Alameda is saying no to a wild climate experiment! They're refusing to host a geoengineering project, basically deciding they don't want to mess with the planet's weather systems.
Eviction Moratorium
Governor Newsom wants cities to halt evictions during the coronavirus outbreak, bringing crucial temporary protections for renters in Alameda. The local government is currently figuring out how to implement these rules while the pandemic unfolds.
Ethics Violation
An Alameda councilman is in hot water over an alleged ethics violation. An op-ed is urging voters to consider this when they cast their ballots.