2026-06-16 City Council Meeting

The City Council meeting of Alameda on June 16, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and policy considerations. Key procurement topics included a public hearing and unanimous approval to amend the Alameda Marina Master Plan to reduce affordable housing requirements for a major residential phase, facilitating the project's building permit process. The council also discussed a proposed ordinance to prohibit the use of ratio utility billing systems (RUBS) for utility charges in rental properties, aiming to increase transparency and fairness for tenants. After extensive public and council debate, the council approved a motion to adopt the ordinance with a streamlined fair return petition process for landlords and directed staff to enhance data collection on RUBS usage. Additionally, the council received updates on a $500,000 grant awarded for a wooden bridge replacement feasibility study, reflecting capital improvement planning. Other agenda items included reappointments to city commissions and discussions on museum artifact repatriation. The meeting featured public comments on various topics but focused heavily on housing, rent control, and utility billing policies affecting procurement and vendor services.