The City of Alameda reported on Feb. 10 it has applied for a Project Homekey Round 2 grant to receive funding to build an interim housing development for the city’s unhoused community. The city requested $12.4 million, according to reports.
In a nail-biter finish, the City Council approved the revised Encinal Terminals project, including the proposed land exchange at its Jan. 18 meeting.
Part II
The second half of 2021 was filled with stellar moments, but was ultimately marred by a horrific tragedy. Here are the most memorable moments between July and December 2021.
On Dec. 21st, Alameda City Council voted to extend the City’s Slow Streets program for 18 months or until the City’s Active Transportation Plan is complete, whichever comes sooner.
At its October 5th meeting, City Council approved The Road Home: A 5 Year Plan to Prevent and Respond to Homelessness in Alameda.
Last Thursday, July 29, the community gathered to honor Chochenyo Park.
On Jan. 19, the City Council directed staff to dename this park due to the atrocities committed by its namesake, President Andrew Jackson,
Mario Gonzalez’s death in police custody spurs action
After listening to 38 speakers at a special meeting last Saturday and reading 50 pages of correspondence in the matter, the City Council approved all seven action items on the meeting agenda.
At its Tuesday evening meeting, the City Council considered Councilwoman Trish Spencer’s referral that would direct city staff to draft an ordinance banning the use of gas-powered leaf blowers like the one pictured at the left.
The City of Alameda is seeking community input on draft recommendations for the Alameda Active Transportation Plan. This input will guide the creation of safe and comfortable places for people to walk, bike and roll in Alameda.
The City of Alameda is currently soliciting donations from the community to help those most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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