The Prosecution and Public Rights Unit of the Alameda City Attorney’s Office has reached a settlement with an Alameda landlord who had refused to repay $20,211 in excess rent to a tenant, even after a Hearing Officer ordered they do so. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-prosecutors-obtain-20k-settlement-from-landlord/
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"California has strict rules about tenant security deposits that all residential landlords and property managers must follow," writes Rico Fenix, a Paralegal-Investigator for the Alameda City Attorney’s Office. Here's what renters should know about the process. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/security-deposit-alameda-california-tenants/
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The City of Alameda has now prevailed at the California Court of Appeal, securing rent control protections for 150 residential units at Admirals Cove, a community of renovated townhomes between Alameda Landing and the Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-alameda-wins-rent-control-protections-150-units-admirals-cove/
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Paralegal-Investigator Rico Fenix urges the public to watch out for scams that are literally walking up to our doors. "Unlicensed contractors can target seniors, arrive unannounced, point out minor damage, and pressure homeowners into repairs that are unnecessary or unapproved." https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/scammed-door/
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"This prestigious recognition not only affirms the Office’s legal excellence but also acknowledges your team’s unwavering commitment to equity, justice, and community preservation," Rick Minnis, President of the Alameda Floating Home Association, writes to the Alameda City Attorney’s Office. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-july-18-2025/
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The Alameda City Attorney’s Office has been awarded the American Bar Association’s Hodson Award for 2025. Only awarded to one office per year, the award celebrates the City Attorney’s Office for protecting Barnhill Marina residents from 178% rent increases and possible displacement. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-city-attorneys-office-honored-prestigious-national-award/
The Prosecution and Public Rights Unit of the Alameda City Attorney’s Office is the only unit of its kind in Northern California dedicated to representing the community in misdemeanor criminal matters and upholding fair housing and consumer protection laws. Here's their 2024 Annual Report. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-prosecution-public-rights-unit-releases-2024-annual-report/
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The Alameda City Attorney’s Office is presenting the fifth annual Alameda Fair Housing Workshop on Thursday, April 17, 9 a.m. to noon, at City Hall. Tenants, property owners, and property managers are encouraged to attend the free workshop. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-attorneys-office-offers-fair-housing-workshop-april-17/
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Fifteen people have filed paperwork in hopes of becoming the new Alameda County District Attorney, including Alameda City Attorney Yibin Shen. Here's the statement Shen shared with the Alameda Post about the decision to submit an application. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-city-attorney-yibin-shen-applies-to-be-alameda-county-da/
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The City of Alameda released a statement that the owners of Barnhill Marina were ordered to pay over $335,000. The penalties and fees were levied in reaction to the owners illegally raising rents and harassing tenants, according to a judgment issued by an Alameda County Superior Court judge.
https://alamedapost.com/news/barnhill-marina-owners-fined-335k-receiver-takes-control/
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