What happened
The council approved new tenant protection laws by a 5-1 vote, with Butt voting no. The city attorney will draft anti-harassment and relocation laws using Oakland's rules as a model.
A consulting contract with Management Partners was approved unanimously to implement the new Measure U business tax. The firm will help create tax forms and set up collection systems after voters approved the revenue measure.
The council unanimously adopted a handbook outlining rules and responsibilities for board and commission members. The handbook will guide dozens of volunteer boards that advise the council on topics from planning to parks.
City staff presented an update on economic development progress and revenue efforts from January through March 2021. The report covered business attraction, job creation, and other development work completed during the quarter.
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