During a recent government meeting, city officials discussed significant concerns raised by residents regarding rent control and tenant protections, particularly for seniors and mobile home park residents.

A request was made for the city to implement rent control measures that would apply citywide, rather than being limited to mobile home parks. Residents voiced their frustrations over rising rents and called for immediate rent freezes until a comprehensive rent control ordinance could be considered. Specific grievances were noted about harassment from landlords and issues at the 15325 Orange Avenue mobile home property.

In response to these concerns, city staff reported ongoing efforts to engage with the management of Town Center Terrace, where many tenants have experienced increased costs due to separate utility charges. Approximately 70% of the residents at this property are Section 8 tenants, and the management is open to accepting more applications as units become available.

City officials are currently gathering data on past rent increases and are in the process of establishing communication between on-site management and the senior center staff to foster a better relationship moving forward. Research into mobile home properties and their rent histories is also underway, with plans for future meetings with property owners to discuss tenant concerns and potential solutions.

The city remains committed to evaluating the situation and exploring options to address the pressing issues faced by its residents.