2026-02-17 City Council Meeting

The City of Alameda held a council meeting addressing several key issues including public employee appointments, potential litigation, and multiple contracts related to homelessness services. The council approved revised salary schedules for the city manager and city attorney to ensure compliance with CalPERS requirements. A detailed presentation on the Alameda Police Department's 2025 data was provided, highlighting increases in internal affairs investigations and use of force incidents but no corresponding rise in misconduct. The council authorized contracts with Alama Family Services, Restorative Pathways, and Urban Alchemy to continue and expand therapeutic and supportive housing services for the homeless, with a focus on transparency and public oversight of contract extensions. Additionally, the city received $5.5 million in Measure W funds for permanent supportive housing projects and announced the selection of Alameda as a training base for the Australian national soccer team. The meeting concluded with a report on labor negotiations with the Alameda Fire Chiefs Association.