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and get consensus. His proposal was for a $30 increase with no retroactive charges. He believed there was an agreement, but subsequently received a number of irate phone calls and petitions. The residents believed the Homeowners Association was not empowered to represent them in discussions with the park owners but was simply a social organization. He felt frustrated because he has tried to move forward in good faith to work with the residents. Hc rcfarmd to a letter from one of the residents who felt he had responded to her inquiries in a timely and reasonable manner and was willing to work with the residents. He said there had been criticism about maintenance of the park and in discussions with residcnts hc fomxd that mm~y were critical of its condition in 1997, before he became the owner. Many had complained about the condition since the death of the p~vious manager, Hal Gates. The previous owner did not respond to complaints and refused to meet with the space owners. He did not think the present condition was a result of his ownership, but wanted the opportunity to work with the City and the residents to provide a high quality facility. Ms. Dennis inquired about the Homeowners Association and was told that it does have bylaws, and the bylaws state it is a social orgenization. Mr. Hoon indicated a meeting had been held last night and a representative from the Golden State Mobilehome Owners League (GSMOL), which represents mobilehome residents on a statewide basis, was in attendance. He suggested the residents consult with GSMOL to form an organization that will represent them and he would work with them. The GSMOL representative felt Mr. Hoon's efforts to meet with the residents were commendable as most park owners delegate that to managers or other representatives. He wants to work with the residents and the Committee when it is established. Mayor Tarver commented on the market rate for rental units. He has received many calls and comments about rexit control in Pleasanton and he is very supportive of that concept. There have been tremendous rent increases on all types of housing that have nothing to do with maintenance of the property or return on investment. He feb it was pure greed. Ms. Michclotti was happy Mr. Hoon was willing to work with the residents and encouraged actions to be taken soon. No action was required by Council on this item. There was a break at 8:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:20 p.m. Pleasanton City Council 8 09/19/00 Minutes