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DRAFT MINUTES Page 8 February 19, 2008 City of San Leandro City Council and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting an election to increase its assessment. The increase would be the first since 1982. Councilmember Prola stated that a significant portion of the Dproperty tax revenue is being taken by State programs, and the District must replace this revenue in order to maintain its current service level. The election will conducted by mail, with ballots sent out beginning March 14, 2008. The proposed assessment is $5.00 per year for single family residential properties; $1.60 per dwelling unit for apartments up to 20 units, and $.50 for any units over 20; as well as an assessment for agricultural properties, dry pasture and timberlands. Vice Mayor Grant reported that she attended the Alameda County Housing Authority meeting. At the meeting, a budget review revealed a significant revenue shortfall. Vice Mayor Grant reported that the Oakland Housing Authority will be taking over the management of a public housing project in the Ashland area of Oakland, which until now has been managed by the Alameda County Housing Authority. Mayor Santos reported on the East Bay Dischargers Authority (EBDA), stating that the Board continues its attempts to reform the agency, and will select a consultant to assist in the process. He reported that the EBDA General Manager is leaving on April 30. Mayor Santos indicated that there is no unanimity from the EBDA Board at this time regarding the issue of its treasurer. Mayor Santos reported on the Board meeting of the East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA). He reported that the cities of Berkeley, Oakland and Richmond have entered into a green corridor agreement, leaving San Leandro and other local cities out of the process. British Petroleum (BP) has granted $500 million for the alternative energy and fuel study. Mayor Santos commented that he feels the City should entertain participation in the green corridor study. He commented favorably on the Green Collar Program undertaken by the Bronx in New York, on which a presentation was made at the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Mayor Santos reported that he attended a work session on foreclosures conducted by the East Bay EDA. As alternate to the East Bay Regional Communications System (EBRCS) Authority, Mayor Santos reported that he attended a meeting last week, and he provided an update on the process for receiving federal funding for EBRCS. He stated that former Fire Chief Bill McCammon has been appointed as the EBRCS Executive Director. Mayor Santos also reported that Congressional representatives Ellen Tauscher and Barbara Lee have written to the City of Oakland, encouraging them to join the EBRCS. Mayor Santos commented on the recently issued Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority (ACTIA) report, which highlights several San Leandro programs and activities. Councilmember Souza asked whether the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) and the Port of Oakland have contributed toward the Slough Bridge project. Mr. Jermanis indicated that those agencies are looking to the City to take the lead on the project. If the City is unable to fully fund the project through grants, the EBRPD has agreed to fund half the remaining cost.