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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-27-1987REGULAR MEETING - April 27, 1987 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, April 27, 1987 in the meeting room of the Dublin Library. The meeting was called to order at 7:52 p.m. by Mayor Linda Jeffery. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Hegarty, Moffatt, Snyder, Vonheeder and Mayor Jeffery. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of alle- giance to the flag. CLOSED SESSION At 7:53 p.m. 'the CoUncil recessed to a closed executive session to discuss ~-~'~ litigation: 1) pet Prevent-A-Care, Inc.; 2) BART; 3) The Sawmill. PUBLIC MEETING RECONVENED At 8:30 p.m. the Council returned from closed sessi6'n and the public meeting was reconvened. All Councilmembers were present. pOlice Enforcement Complaint Dave Filstead addressed the Council, and requested that the Council look into the enforcement practices by the Dublin Police Services. Mr. Filstead complained that when he calls for the Police, service is very slow. However, when someone calls the Police on him, they are there in 5 minutes. Mayor Jeffery requested that Staff review the circumstances of this complaint. San Ramon Road Construction Joseph L. Stuwicki addressed the Council regarding the construction occurring on San Ramon Road for the widening. He suggested that the City should simply close off the road in order to get the work done as soon as possible. City Engineer Lee Thompson advised that the City could not close the road completely because of the businesses. @¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢~@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@ CM-5-129 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 Mr. Stuwicki suggested closing one side only. Mr. Thompson explained that it would be impractical to do this. The contractor is now working to complete all the necessary excavating. CONSENT CALENDAR On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the Council took the following actions: Approved Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 13, 1987; Approved the Financial Report for Period Ending March 31, 1987; Received a Report~regarding the Winter Recreation Program; Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 28 - 87 APPROVING STREET NAME CHANGE FOR CALLE DE CASAS WITHIN THE CORAL GATE DEVELOPMENT (to Gate Way) Authorized Staff to circulate an RFP for Civic Center Soil Investigation and Geology/Seismology Report and procure the services in accordance with the City's Purchase Ordinance. Received a report related to the critique of the April 15, 1987 hazardous material spill; Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 29 - 87 STATING INTENTION TO SELL CITY PROPERTY (The Fishery) AND SET HEARING DATE (May 11, 1987) Authorized attendance of Deputy City Clerk at IIMC Conference in Ft. Worth, Texas on May 17-21, 1987; Approved a revised agreement for architectural services of the Fallon Senior Citizen Center by Grossmann Design Group and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement; Approved Warrant Register in the amount of $437,710.62 @¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@ CM-5-130 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 CITY MAP FUNDING - REQUEST FROM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The City has been notified by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce that the Chamber will be publishing a new map for the City of Dublin and surrounding area. These maps are distributed to all new residents, new and existing businesses and distributed through the local welcoming service. The Chamber has requested that the City participate in funding of this map at a cost of $425. Cm. Hegarty questioned the tOtal cost of the map. Cm. Vonheeder advised that businesses purchase ad space. Cm. Moffatt advised that a business card ad would cost approximately $150- $200. Cm. Snyder reported that he had spOken with Nancy: Feeley and they discussed the fact that since the map will be valid for 2 years, the site of the proposed Civic Center should:.be included. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the Council agreed to participate in the funding of the City map at a cost of $425. STREET CLOSURE REQUEST - TAMARACK DRIVE Staff advised that the City has received a request from Ms. Deborah Wynn to close Tamarack Drive between Brighton Drive and Doreen Street for a block party on Sunday, May 24, 1987. Because Tamarack Drive is a "through" street that is'used to access a number of smaller streets, Staff felt that closure of this street could present a safety problem from the standpoint of access for emergency services and would be an inconvenience for persons desiring to use Tamarack Drive to reach their residences. Cm. Moffatt questioned how long they wanted to close the street. Staff advised that they were not sure. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Snyder, and by unanimous vote, the Council denied the request for street closure. TRI-VALLEY COUNCIL MEETING Staff advised that the City has received a letter from Mayor Ken Mercer of the City of Pleasanton indicating that Pleasanton has made arrangements at the Pleasanton Hotel for a dinner meeting on May 7, 1987 at 6:30 p.m., to which all 5 Valley City Councils and Staff are invited. @¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@ CM-5-131 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 Mayor Mercer has proposed that transportation issues be discussed. By consensus, the Council determined that May 7th was an acceptable meeting date, and directed Staff to notify Pleasanton. SOUTHERN ALAMEDA COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS RE REVOLVING LOAN FUND The City has received a request from the Southern Alameda County Board of Realtors endorsing its revolving loan fund. The revolving loan program is designed to assist individuals and families who are experiencing temporary financial difficulties. The Souther Alameda County Board of Realtors is not asking for funds at this time. Susan Hurl, representing the Southern Alameda County Board of Realtors, indicated that they will be going to the Board of Supervisors for funding. Ms. Hurl gave a brief background on the Target 1990 program. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the Council agreed to support this program. PUBLIC HEARING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - SLEEPING IN VEHICLES Mayor Jeffery opened the public hearing. This ordinance was introduced at the Council meeting of April 13, 1987, and proposes to amend the City's Zoning Ordinance to prohibit sleeping in vehicles within any zoning district, and reorganizes Section 8-60.33 of the Zoning Ordinance to enhance the usability and readability of the existing ordinance. No comments were made by members of the public. Mayor Jeffery closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 28 - 87 AMENDING THE CITY ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO SLEEPING IN VEHICLES WITHIN ANY ZONING DISTRICT AND AMENDING SECTION 8-60.33 - YARD REGULATIONS @¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@ CM-5-132 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING REGULATION OF ALARM SYSTEMS Mayor.Jeffery opened the public hearing. This ordinance was introduced at the City Council meeting of April 13, 1987. This ordinance requires the operator of any alarm business to register with the Police Department prior to engaging in or discontinuing such a business. Further, the alarm buSiness shall furnish to the Police Department pertinent client information each time an alarm system is sold or installed. The ordinance also provides for penalties in the case of false alarms within prescribed time periods. No comments were made by members of the public. Mayor Jeffery closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the CoUncil waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 29 - 87 RELATING TO ALARM SYSTEMS PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE RELATED TO FLY CONTROL Mayor Jeffery opened the public hearing. This ordinance, prepared by the City Attorney's Office, would make it unlawful for a person to create, allow or maintain a fly nuisance, allow waste to become a harborage or food source for rodents, or result in the unreasonable production of odors. This ordinance would also authorize the City Manager or other authorized agents to enter property to investigate conditions which may produce fly nuisance, rodent harborage or odor. The ordinance authorizes the City Manager to abate the nuisance. No comments were made by members of the public. Mayor Jeffery closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED an ordinance relating to Fly Control. * * * PUBLIC HEARING FIRE SAFE ROOFING MATERIALS ORDINANCE AMENDMENT Mayor Jeffery opened the public hearing. Staff advised that this item was initially heard at the Planning Commission meeting of July 21, 1986. The essential feature of the Draft Ordinance presented to the Commission at this meeting was the proposed establishment of @¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@ CM-5-133 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 a Class "C" fire retardancy rating as a minimum, Citywide standard. This Draft Ordinance would have also established increased requirements for higher risk'areas indicated on the map of the proposed Fire Safe Roofing Areas. Following discussion between Staff and the Commission, the matter was continued indefinitely to permit Staff to arrange to have the appropriate industry representatives to attend a future Planning Commission meeting to speak on the pros and cons related to the proposed Ordinance. Attendance at the January 19, 1987 Planning Commission included Robert Burns, Executive Director of the Committee for Firesafe Roofing, Harry Abney, Executive Director of the Red Cedar Shingle & Handsplit Shake Bureau, Vic Taugher, City of Dublin Building Official and Tom Hathcox, Dublin San Ramon Services District Fire Department. After considering testimony at the January 19th meeting, the Commission closed the public hearing and directed Staff to make the following modifications to the Draft Fire Safe Roofing Materials Ordinance: - Modify the Draft Ordinance to allow re-roofing projects in the "flatland areas" of the City to utilize "in-kind" roofing materials (but allowing property owners the option to utilize roofing materials of a more fire retardant nature). - Modify the Draft Ordinance to require that in areas designated as "High Fire Hazard Areas", roofing materials of Class C or Class B fire ratings or better be utilized-for new developments. - Modify the Draft Ordinance to require that re-roofing projects in areas designated as "High Fire Hazard Areas" utilize materials of Class C fire rating. - Modify the Draft Ordinance to require that smoke detectors and spark arrestors be installed in all new houses with a commensurate education process established to advise property owners on the manner to care for them. At a meeting on February 25th between Planning Staff and Tom Hatchcox of the DSRSD Fire Department, Mr. Hathcox recommended two additional modifications to the Draft Ordinance and accompanying Fire Safe Roof Area Map: - Require that roofing materials of a Class B or better (rather than Class C or better) be utilized for new developments in the identified "High Fire Hazard Areas". - Expand the Fire Safe Roof Area Map to include the upper reaches of Subdivision Tract 4930 Subdivision (the Estate Homes Subdivision at the northwest corner of the City) and establish a requirement that re-roofing projects in that area utilize roofing materials of a Class C or better rating. After considering testimony at the March 2nd meeting, the Commission directed Staff to make the following additional modifications to the Draft Fire Safe Roofing Materials Ordinance: CM-5-134 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 - Modify the Draft Ordinance to require the installation of spark arrestors for incinerator chimneys be required at the time of sale of residential units. - Modify the Draft Ordinance to require the installation of spark arrestors for incinerator chimneys where remodeling or expansion of existing residential units occurs with a dollar value exceeding $1,000; - Modify the Draft Ordinance to require that in areas designated as "Roofing Area 3" ("flatland areas") new construction be required to use roofing materials with a Class C or better rating, and that reroofing projects within this area be required to use roofing materials of an "in-kind" character, or better; and - Modify the Draft Ordinance to designate a new roofing area as "Roofing Area 2", involving the residential areas of Estate Homes Tract 4930 at the northwest corner of the City, and requiring that re-roofing projects in this area be required to utilize roofing materials of a Class C or better rating for new construction or for remodeling projects. With these modifications, the Planning Commission adopted a Resolution adopting a Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance for PA 86-046 and a Resolution recommending the City Council adopt the Fire Safe Roofing Ordinance. Subsequent to the Planning Commission action, the Building Official reviewed the Planning Commission recommendation and made additional recommendations. The Building Official's recommendation differs from the Planning Commission because a small church or office would be permitted in the Roofing Area 1 with a lesser roofing requirement that would be imposed on dwellings. The Building Official recommends imposing the Roofing Area 1 requirements for all non-residential occupancies throughout the City. The format of the Ordinance prepared by the Building Official differs from the Planning Commission recommendation, but it imposes essentially the same requirements. The Building Official has also separated the requirement relating to installation of spark arrestors upon transfer of property into a separate ordinance because this is not an amendment to the building code. The Draft Resolution cites the hot, dry, windy climate as the need for higher fire retardant requirements for roof covering. These findings are incorporated into the Ordinance recommended by the Planning Commission, however, the Building Official placed the findings in a Resolution in order to simplify the Ordinance that will be distributed to affected parties. Mayor Jeffery suggested referring to Area 3 as something other than "flatland areas". Chief Building Official Taugher explained the procedures used to determine the 3 classifications of fire retardant roofing materials. Mr. Taugher indicated that he had suggested not requiring a permit for reroofing jobs in Area 3, but the City Attorney advised that it would not be appropriate to separate out a specific area. CM-5-135 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 Harry Abney, representing the Red Cedar Shingle & Handsplit Shake Bureau, indicated that on principle, he is opposed to ordinances which change the Uniform Building Code. He did, however, recommend that the Council accept Mr. Taugher's recommendation. Mr. Abney indicated that he has known and worked with Mr. Taugher for many years and has a great respect for his knowledge and abilities. Tom Hathcox, DSRSD Fire Department, gave a brief overview of Dublin's roofs, stating that about 50% of current homes in Dublin have fire retardent roofs. The only area that will be immediately affected will be those homes in the Estate Homes development. Susan Hurl, Alameda County Board of Realtors stated she wished to address the subject of spark arrestors. Her organization is not opposed to the ordinance requiring spark arrestors, but questioned if a disclosure form would be required. This could delay a sale transaction. She suggested that rather than waiting for property to turn over that the City require current homeowners to install the spark arrestors within a certain period of time. Robert Burns, representing the Committee for Fire Safe Roofing indicated support for the ordinance. Maxine Jennings, Realtor and Dublin homeowner indicated that when smoke detectors are installed in conjunction with termite work, it is generally much more expensive. Currently buyers incur approximately $700 in various inspection fees and this would add more to this fee. Mr. Taugher indicated that neither the termite contractors or the roofers want to put in the spark arrestors because of the liability exposure. Mr. Taugher indicated that the annexed area would need to be added at the appropriate time, but could be done administratively by the Building Official and Fire Chief. Mayor Jeffery questioned if there were any codes related to the cleaning of chimneys. Staff responded that there were not. Mayor Jeffery closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 30 - 87 ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR PA 86-046 FIRE SAFE ROOFING MATERIALS ORDINANCE With regard to spark arrestors, Cm. Hegarty felt it would be more appropriate to have everyone put on spark arrestors now rather than wait until the property is sold. We could give them a time period with which to comply, perhaps one year. CM-5-136 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded'by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 02-84 Establishing Fire Hazard Areas and Establishing Various Require- ments for Fire Retardant Roofs in those Areas and Requiring the Installation of Spark Arrestors on Existing Chimneys; Cm. Hegarty made a motion which was seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, to INTRODUCE an ordinance Requiring the Installation of Spark Arrestors on Existing Chimneys within the next year. This motion was not voted upon. Cm. Vonheeder questioned what the penalty would be for not doing this. City Attorney Nave indicated that violation would be a misdemeanor on the part of the property owner. City Manager Ambrose reported that the issue of enforcement should be considered, and if the Council desires to change the ordinance in this manner, Staff would need time to prepare a report. Cm. Moffatt felt a time line of 5 years should be considered. Mayor Jeffery suggested letting the ordinance stand, but in addition, add a stipulation that property owners must install spark arrestors within 5 years. Cm. Snyder expressed concern with regard to this type of ordinance and as an example recalled the incident in 1965 which required vehicle emission controls. Because there was a great demand, there was a glut of products on the market, some good and some not so good. If we require spark arrestors to be put on now, not only legitimate vendors, but others may go door-to-door trying to sell products that may not necessarily be what's necessary. It would become a buyer beware situation. Cm. Snyder also felt the issue of CC&R's in various areas should be looked into. Mayor Jeffery also felt that if causes for roof fires are being looked into, the City shOuld consider fireworks. On motion of Cm. Snyder, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council agreed to table this item. City Attorney Nave advised that the proper procedure would be to reconsider the previous motion. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council agreed to reconsider its previous motions which introduced the ordinances. On motion of Cm. Hegarty, seconded by Vm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council tabled the entire discussion related to the ordinances, and directed that Staff bring the issue back at a future meeting. @¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@¢@ CM-5-137 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL GROUNDS IMPROVEMENT TASK FORCE At the April 13, 1987 Council meeting, the Council adopted the Dublin High School Grounds Improvement Task Force Guidelines and deferred appointment of the Task Force due to the limited number of applications received and directed Staff to readvertise the openings. To date, no new applications have been received. Staff recommended that the members be appointed from the applications received, and by filling vacancies as more applications are received, or defer appointments and direct Staff to publicize the openings in the upcoming City Newsletter. Recreation Director Lowart felt that at this point, not a lot would be accomplished during the summer. · Mayor Jeffery felt that the unresolved unification issue played an important part. She felt that people are holding back because of the unification issue and perhaps the City is premature on this. Cm. Vonheeder stated she would like to see the group get started and felt the meetings will be open enough that support will come. Cm. Moffatt indicated that he would like to see all the people serving on the Committee be Dublin residents. Sports groups could be members at large. Cm. Snyder expressed concern regarding the necessary Staff support services if there is not enough group support. He did not feel at this time that there is enough support for the program. Mayor Jeffery indicated she would like to start the group off with as large a handful as possible regarding their assignment, but in order to do this, other issues must first be resolved. Cm. Vonheeder felt the first few items of the study simply involve the thought process. Cm. Vonheeder made a motion which was seconded by Cm. Moffatt to go ahead with the appointments to the Task Force. This motion was defeated due to NO votes cast by Cm. Hegarty, Cm. Snyder and Mayor Jeffery. Cm. Snyder then suggested that the lead be given to Recreation Director Lowart to determine what the pulse of the community is relative to the subject. Mayor Jeffery suggested that letters be sent to applicants thanking them and advising them that the project has been put into abeyance until there is a clearer picture of what needs to be done. Staff is to advertise the openings in the next City Newsletter. CM-5-138 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 COMMUNITY TELEVISION STUDIO - CIVIC CENTER Staff advised that the total cost of the studio is estimated at $287,200- $335,200, with the variation being impacted by the extent of specialized interior improvements. Staff was seeking direction with regard to lease arrangements. Past City Council direction was to request a distribution of the costs on the basis of population. The City indicated that should any of the four cities not participate, Dublin's share would continue to be based on participation by all cities. The Tri-Valley Community Television Corporation has inquired regarding possible lease options. A proposed lease would have a term which extends through 2001, which coincides with the franchise agreement. The lease payments could begin upon occupancy of the building. The Council reviewed the proposed terms and conditions of a lease arrangement. Cm. Moffatt questioned why the City couldn't just lease the space and charge a price based on a price per square foot basis. City Manager Ambrose expressed concerns that the City could recover its costs. There are lots of office spaces available in the area and all Dublin is trying to do is recover the City's costs. We are not trying to make a profit. The Community Television Corporation needs to receive a commitment from the other Cities. Cm. Hegarty talked about past discussions at the Corporation level and the difficulties involved in getting a decision. Cm. Snyder questioned what would happen in 2001. Staff advised that all the cable television franchises expire at that time. Assistant to the City Manager Rankin advised that there would be approximately $330,000 due upon occupancy and from there on, it would be $1.00 per year. City Manager Ambrose clarified that this amount is only an architect's estimate. We won't know actual figures until we get construction bids. Cm. Moffatt indicated he has always viewed this as expansion space that could be leased out on a 10-20 year basis. Cm. Snyder felt the City had already planned adequate expansion space and this 2,000 square feet was designed in specifically for the cable tv studio. Cm. Moffatt questioned if the prices included elevator use, lobby space, etc. Cm. Moffatt felt Dublin should advise that the costs will be the cost of the building plus financing costs. CM-5-139 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 Mayor Jeffery felt we must keep in mind that this is a Civic Center and there will be other uses besides a City Hall. Other Cities will shy away if it looks like we are trying to make a profit off this. Cm. Hegarty felt the City of Dublin is making a very generous offer and if they don't go with us, who else is going to offer a building. Mayor Jeffery questioned what the impact to the entire project would be if we say the tv studio is off. City Manager Ambrose reported that if we eliminate the studio space at this point it would have a great effect, however, if we leave in the space and consider it lease space, then the impact would be minimal. Cm. Moffatt felt Dublin should advise that we do not want to commit to a 2,000 square foot space for a tv studio without a commitment from Community Television. Cm. Snyder reiterated that we need a commitment from 3 other Cities in order to go ahead. City Manager Ambrose indicated that another lever would be to give a deadline and indicate that at the end of that time, if we receive no commitment, we will look for other tenants. The Council directed Staff to take the two options to the COmmunity Television Corporation - either pay the money up front or pay until the year 2001. Staff should stress that the figures are estimates only. By consensus, the Council directed Staff to contact each City Council and request their consideration of the proposal with a June 1st deadline. It is recognized that the Tri-Valley Community Television Corporation will ulti- mately receive its funding from each of the Cities. The Corporation will also be advised of the terms and conditions approved by the City Council. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM - ABAG At the regular City Council meeting on December 22, 1986, the Council reviewed a proposal for participation tn a Household Hazardous Waste Program, being organized under the auspices of the Association of Bay Area Governments. The Council granted conceptual approval and directed Staff to obtain additional information on funding options and logistics. ABAG is sponsoring a pilot program. A collection day has been scheduled for June 6, 1987 for the Cities of Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin. ABAG will provide $10,000 in seed money and it is proposed that the remaining cost be included in the solid waste rate structure. The cost will be shared on the percentage of City participants. Cm. Snyder indicated that Fremont/Newark/Union City did this twice last year, and Mr. Morrison presented a report with some surprising stati~stics. CM-5-140 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 Mr. Rankin indicated that predictions are that about 40 households in Dublin will utilize the program. On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved City participation and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement. CIVIC CENTER CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION ISSUE REFINANCING In December 1985, the City of Dublin issued $11,968,000 in Certificates of Participation-which would be repaid over a term of 25 years at an average interest rate of 9.05%. Since that time, interest rates on Certificates of Participation Issues have dropped substantially. The drop in interest rates has made it feasible to refinance the City's existing Certificate of Participation Issue and realize significant savings over-and-above the cost of issuance associated with the refinancing. A preliminary analysis by one underwriter estimates the savings to be between $645,000-$942,000 in 1987 dollars, given the current market conditions, and dependent upon the City's debt rating. A Request for Proposal was prepared for the purpose of soliciting responses from several underwriting firms. At this time, it is felt that the Request for Proposal method of selecting an underwriter will assure that the City receives the best services at a competitive cost. Cm. Moffatt questioned what could go wrong with this type of a transaction. On motion of Cm. Snyder, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the RFP and authorized the City Manager to solicit responses from qualified Bond Underwriters. OTHER BUSINESS Dump Site Cm. Moffatt felt the Council should watch the proposed site of the Contra Costa County dump site very carefully. The site is just northwest of San Ramon Road and Alcosta Boulevard. Staff advised Cm. Moffatt that this information is incorrect. This particular site was considered a long time ago, but is no longer one of the proposed sites. Sister City Program Cm. Snyder reported that he had gotten an application form for the City to become a non-profit member of the Sister City Organization. He requested that this item be agendized for future discussion. CM-5-141 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987 Non-Profit Groups - Review of Policy Cm. Snyder felt the City Council should review the policy related to non- profit groups coming into the City from other areas to raise funds. Cm. Snyder specifically mentioned the amusement company out of Concord that will be setting up a carnival from May 6-10 Legislative Day,.- Sacramento Cm. Hegarty reported that he will be attending Legislative Day in Sacramento next month and requested permission to stay overnight. San Ramon Road Construction Mayor Jeffery questioned if Staff had met with business owners along San Ramon Road to discuss the improvements now underway. City Manager Ambrose advised that the Dublin Town & Country and the Tru-Value Hardware Store are the most heavily affected by the construction. Various Staff members had spoken with many of the businesses, in an unofficial capacity. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come~ before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:33 p.m. CM-5-142 Regular Meeting April 27, 1987