Rent control ballot measure

Started his comment during general public comment but was redirected to item 9B; later argued the measure is poor policy with hidden costs up to $11 million a year.

A small landlord who rents a room, he described bad tenant experiences and asked the council to consider the measure's language on relocation payments.

Encouraged the council to use its expertise to recommend that voters reject the measure.

Said the 45-page ordinance is too complex for voters to digest and urged the council to state its opinion in ballot materials.

A small property owner, warned of revenue losses on top of rising city service costs and existing state rent caps.

Questioned who will cover the $150-versus-$246-622 per unit fee gap and noted changes would require another election.

Urged the council to oppose the measure, citing fiscal strain and reduced rental housing supply.

A property owner with naturally affordable units, warned the measure could push small owners to sell to corporations or developers.

President of the San Mateo County Association of Realtors, urged a formal oppose position.

Speaking for the Realtors association, said the measure repeals the city's anti-displacement program and raises fiscal and public safety concerns.

Executive officer of the Realtors association, highlighted the staff report's language about the general fund fronting startup costs.