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increases were planned to continue to be able to maintain Ridgeview Commons as a viable low rent facility for future years. Commissioner Kiziloglu commented on this being difficult to agree with and needed to consider the well-being of tenants. Mr. Barcelon understood and stated that it was difficult for them to propose but it was necessary to consider what was needed in order to continue operating Ridgeview Commons as a low-income housing facility. Chairperson Soby indicated that he understood the position of Barcelon and stressed the importance of making sure that tenants are given information early enough about the proposed rent increase. Mr. Barcelon provided Commissioner Welsh with information about rent relief options that might be available. Chairperson Soby and Commissioner Galvin commented on Abode Services Rapid Rehousing Program that tenants could consider. Mr. Barcelon provided information about debt income after tenants move out and Commissioner Galvin commented on Section 8 support. Mr. Barcelon informed Commissioners that tenants pay 30% of their income as rent and commented on the number of tenants at Ridgeview Commons that receive housing vouchers to assist with rent payments. Mr. Barcelon was asked by Mr. Hernandez to provide information about the Capital Needs Assessment that had been done for Ridgeview Commons showing the large improvements that need to be on the property. Commissioner Kiziloglu asked about exterior improvements needed at RVC and Commissioner Welsh questioned whether Mr. Barcelon thought some tenants would find it necessary to vacate their apartments because of the proposed rent increase. Commissioner Gaidos questioned whether the income of a tenant's family was reviewed to consider whether a tenant was a member of a wealthy family. Mr. Barcelon advised that family income could not be considered when determining the suitability of a tenant for Ridgeview Commons. Commissioner Galvin was advised that tenants need to provide proof that they have lived in Pleasanton for six -months before being considered for tenancy at Ridgeview Commons. Also, the age limit for consideration was 62 -years. Commissioner Galvin questioned if Mr. Barcelon was able to provide Commissioners with a spreadsheet showing tenant incomes. Mr. Barcelon advised that this would not be permissible. Chairperson Soby discussed with Mr. Hernandez what the Commission could do to approve the Ridge View Commons budget with a determination to avoid having people removed from their apartments if they could afford the increase. Mr. Hernandez advised that the authority of the Commission is only to review the budget and the City of Pleasanton does not own the property, the rent increase is being discussed because it is a part of the budget for 2019. Mr. Barcelon advised that if rent were increased to the max Eden Housing and Barcelon would still need to be able to do everyone on the `want' list. Commissioner Kiziloglu suggested consideration be given to not increasing rents for those would cannot afford them or reduce the proposed increase to 2.1/2%. Mr. Barcelon felt it was not wise to pick and choose those able to afford the rent increase. Mr. Hernandez agreed and felt it would be treading on Fair Housing and that all RVC units should get the rent increase. Page-3-