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occco <br /> power and harassment by landlords. These methods create a clear enforcement process <br /> and consequences for failing to comply with local law. <br /> Discussion Item #7 Create a Landlord Capital Improvement Petition and Tenant Petition <br /> We support the creation of the Landlord Capital Improvement Petition and Tenant <br /> Petition. These petition tools can help reduce the instances of failure to maintain the <br /> property, displacement, and "substantial repairs" loopholes. The Landlord Capital <br /> Improvement Petition would create an accountability mechanism for landlords who seek <br /> an exemption from the RSO for substantial renovations and ensure costs of improvements <br /> are not passed to tenants in instances of unit neglect. The tenant petition would create a <br /> tool for tenants to directly contact the city for violations and support. <br /> Discussion Item #8 Establish Petition Fees and a Petition Review Process <br /> - We support the establishment of a more efficient petition review process that expedites <br /> the process for tenants. The process should include a clear pathway that allows the Rent <br /> Board to make the final decision on the petitions. As mentioned previously, we do not <br /> believe the petition fees or rental registry fees should be paid by tenants. Many of whom <br /> can barely afford rent as it is. <br /> Discussion Item #9 Create a Mediation Process <br /> We support the creation of a mediation process. We believe that mediation is a successful <br /> process to settle disputes outside of a court system that would benefit both tenants and <br /> landlords but must be mandatory. During the pandemic, there were many instances of <br /> landlords refusing to accept or participate in rental assistance programs ultimately <br /> harming tenants that were feeling the brunt of economic and housing instability due to <br /> COVID-19. We believe that making this path mandatory for all parties would reduce <br /> eviction instances, reduce staff time, and solve disputes effectively. <br /> We urge you to support and take into consideration the proposed changes to the Long-Term <br /> Implementation Plan for the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinances. <br /> Best Regards, <br /> Maria E. Valencia <br /> Community Organizer <br /> Orange County Congregation Community Organization <br /> 310 W Broadway,Anaheim CA 92805 <br /> www.occcopico.org <br /> (714) 491-0771 <br />