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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-06-1997 CC Adopted MinutesREGULAR MEETING ~ May 6, 1997 A regular meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, May 6, 1997, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:53 p.m., by Mayor Houston. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Barnes, Burton, Howard, Lockhart and Mayor Houston. ABSENT: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Houston led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS TO CITY 7:34 p.m. 3.1 (150,70) Paul McCreary advised that the City received $1,900 in sponsorships this year for the St. atnck s Day Celebration. The 1997 sponsors included the J. Patrick Land Company and the Dublin Ranch Project. In recognition of their contributions, the sponsors were presented with Certificates of Appreciation, as well as 1997 St. Patrick's Day Celebration T-shirts and Dublin Town cassettes. John Moore and Ted Fairfield accepted on behalf of the J. Patrick Land Company and the Dublin Ranch project, respectively. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Lockhart, and by unanimous vote, the Council accepted the gifts; formally recognized the donors; and approved the Budget Change Form. Alamilla Springs (910-40) 7:37 p.m. James Smith told the City Council a little about how he felt about Alamilla Springs. It's not a fun place to swim anymore because of people dumping in oil and tires and things, Chris and Kia, fellow classmates were present and presented pictures of the area. They feel this is a very historical spot and if it weren't for these springs, Dublin basically wouldn't be here. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 188 Chris stated on May £, Mr. Fiorio's third period history class was out of school and they met to put in hours of hard but rewarding work cleaning up the springs. They wanted to restore the springs to its original beauty. They got their picture taken for the Valley Times. They thanked the Springs, Albertsons, Baskin Robbins and Mr. Fiorio for the great idea. Let's keep it looking great. Kia stated in some of the pictures you can see them filling up the dumpster. There was duckweed in the area rather than algae. They also took an after picture. Mayor Houston stated their work is appreciated on this project and they brought to light the significance of that springs. There has been talk of maybe talking to our Heritage Advisory Group on how to keep a tab on this historic area for the future. Cm. Barnes stated this group is a perfect example of what can be done. They got together and showed they cared about our community. This is what it takes; somebody caring enough to go out and volunteer. Cm. Burton felt what will probably result for the 25 kids that worked on this will be that 25 policemen will now probably keep their eye on this to make sure it stays nice. It will be difficult for somebody to throw their garbage in and get away with it. Traffic Control Regulations on Dublin Boulevard ~ Hansen Drive (590-20) 7:43 p.m. Wayne Futack stated he has lived in Dublin for $0 years and reported that the corner of Hansen Drive and Dublin Boulevard is getting to be quite a bad situation. The swim club will be in operation in the next couple of weeks and things will get even worse. The curb area near the new Tradewinds Travel Company should be painted red. Mr. Thompson advised that there will be an agenda item related to this intersection at the next City Council meeting. Comments on Study Session ~ Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments (450~20) 7:44 p.m. Ken Johnson, 7865 Tamarack Drive, stated Dublin does not have a homeowners association. Who pays the taxes? Not the Council or the Police; they do as citizens and members of the community. One man's food is another man's poison. Some people cannot afford to have a mechanic do work on their cars. They should be allowed to do it in their garages. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 189 Mr. Johnson said in talking about RVs on property, he knew someone who asked a neighbor if his RV bothered him. He was glad he did this and his neighbor said it did not bother him. This whole thing should be discussed neighbor to neighbor before it's brought to the City. The City reacts too quickly. Mr. Johnson stated he lives on the corner of Tamarack and Bristol. He has a chainlink fence in his front yard. If it were wooden, people wouldn't be able to see at this intersection. He felt the people on this street belong to the racing: association, and something has got to be done about this. Mr. Johnson stated he has side access to his yard and he had a driveway put in. He had to pay a $500 bond in order to put this in. It ended up costing him $1,500 to put this in, in accordance with City specifications. He got his deposit back from the City and was happy about that. It's BS to even talk about what Pleasanton and Livermore do. What difference does it make? What's the difference with homes being built 5' apart and others having a motor home right next to a house? Mayor Houston asked that Mr. Johnson adhere to proper decorum in speaking. Mr. Johnson stated he retired as a truck driver after 46 years and this is just the way he is. He would like to see Dublin have a town hall meeting and let people inform what they like and don't like about Dublin. The whole topic should be opened up to the people and let them have a say in this. He believes in town meetings like they have back east. Mr. Johnson questioned why the City doesn't have a situation like arbor day where people planting trees would have to get an okay. There's so many trees on Village Parkway 2 people can't even walk on the sidewalk. He suggested that the City just concentrate on getting rid of the ugly telephone lines and not worry about people's houses. There needs to be a lot more input from the people. CONSENT CALENDAR 7:54 p.m. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, .and by unanimous vote, the Council took the following actions: Approved (4.1) Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 15, 1997; CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May' 6, 1997 PAGE 190 Adopted (4.2 600-50) RESOLUTION NO. 35 - 97 APPROVING ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE MASTER AGREEMENT NO. 04-5432 AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF SAID AGREEMENT Adopted (4.$ 520-10) RESOLUTION NO. 39 - 97 DESIGNATING ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER/ ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR AS AGENT FOR EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS PERTAINING TO FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE UNDER THE ROBERT T. STAFFORD DISASTER RELIEF AND EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1955 OR THE NATURAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE ACT Adopted (4.5 600~40/I060~90) RESOLUTION NO. 40 - 97 APPROVING LOCAL MATCH AGREEMENT FOR THE 1-580/I-680 INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS Authorized (4.6 600~30) the Mayor to execute amendments to the Agreements for the temporary displays of sculpture at the Dublin Civic Center (First Amendment-Steel Watercolor No. 99 & Second Amendment-Sirius); Adopted (4.7 410~40) RESOLUTION NO. 41 -97 APPROVING PARCEL MAP 7109 Adopted (4.4 8 o~6o) RESOLUTION NO. 42 - 97 AUTHORIZING THE CAUFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD TO ALLOCATE THE CITT'$ SHARE OF OIL RECYCUNG FUNDS TO THE ALAMEDA COUNTY OUTREACH EFFORT FOR OIL RECYCUNG CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 191 Adopted (4.8 670~40) RESOLUTION NO. 43 - 97 APPROVING PURCHASE AND QUITCLAIM DEED TO SEE'S CANDY SHOPS, INCORPORATED OF ABUTIERS RIGHTS and authorized the Mayor to execute the quitclaim deed; Adopted (4.9 620~20) RESOLUTION NO. 44 - 97 Adopted (4.10 AUTHORIZING RE-INITIATION OF APPUCATION FOR REORGANIZATION FOR PA 96-037 SCHAEFER RANCH ANNEXATION 570-20) RESOLUTION NO. 45 - 97 ESTABUSHING NO PARKING ZONES ON DUBLIN BOULEVARD (DOUGHERTY ROAD TO ARNOLD [SEBILLE] ROAD), DEMARCUS BOULEVARD, AND IRON HORSE PARKWAY and approved a Budget Change Form; Awarded (4.11 350-20) the bid for one marked Police patrol vehicle to Shamrock Ford for a total purchase price, including an extended warranty service of $25,178.52 with anticipated delivery to occur after August 1, 1997 and expenditure to be budgeted in Fiscal Year 1997-98; Approved (4.12 300-40) the Warrant Register in the amount of $1,159,724.93. VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY GYMNASIUM 7:55 p.m. 8.3 (600-40) (Order of agenda rearranged by Mayor) Parks & Community Services Director Lowart presented the Staff Report and advised that a proposal was being presented which would change the terms of the agreement between the City and DUSD regarding Joint Use of School Facilities (Gymnasium) whereby the City will now fund the incremental cost difference between the multi- purpose room and the gymnasium and will only fund its pro-rated share of the operating costs for the gym. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 192 Ms. Lowart discussed the various changes as outlined in the Staff Report and stated it would be helpful for the liaison committee to set some potential meeting dates. Cm. Burton asked if the repealing of the agreement would be part of the motion tonight. Ms. Ix>wart stated what was presented tonight was just a concept for consideration. John Sugiyama, Superintendent thanked Mr. Ambrose and Ms. Ix>wart for working with them to come up with this proposal. What is being proposed will definitely be a win for the community. This will allow them to expedite other bond projects for the schools. They are prepared to review this agreement tomorrow night along with construction projects for the next $ years. Mayor Houston asked if this goes through tomorrow night at what point it will again go to bid. Mr. Sugiyama stated they will be prepared to go back out to bid on JUne 4th and given the normal time line they would anticipate construction to begin somewhere around the end of July or first of August. Cm. Burton asked if they have to get approval of the state. He Stated the project has already been approved by the state and the modifications are now being reviewed. Mayor Houston felt this is something they can all be Proud of and it is positive for the entire community. Mr. Ambrose stated he wanted to clarify that the City is not in a position financially this next year to repay the District, so the payment schedule would need to be negotiated. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the Council authorized the Mayor to execute the letter to the Dublin Unified School District and that the proposal be forwarded to the District Board of Trustees for consideration at their May 7, 1907 meeting. The Council clarified that the repayment schedule would be negotiated between the City Manager and the District Superinten~ dent and requested that a paragraph be added to the letter. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 193 With regard to possible dates for a liaison meeting, Mayor Houston and Cm. Lockhart, stated the afternoons of May 12, 13, or 21 would all work for them. EASTERN DUBLIN SCHOOL MITIGATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE DUBLIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT & JENNIFER LIN Order of agenda rearranged by Mayor. 8:06 p.m. 8.1 (450-30) Senior Planner Cirelli advised that as a requirement of the Eastern Dublin prezone condition for the 1,538 acre annexation area, developers of property within the annexation area must enter into a written mitigation agreement with the affected school district and the City. A mitigation agreement between DUSD and the properly owner Jennifer Lin was prepared and presented to the Council for consideration. Cm. Burton asked if this includes the Wallis property. Ms. Cirelli stated it is included; however, the portion the City is concerned with is the Dublin Ranch. In the future when the Wallis property annexation comes before the City, they will examine any school district issues at that time. It is currently in the Dublin district already. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the School Mitigation Agreement between DUSD and Jennifer Lin and authorized the Mayor to sign the statement related to City of Dublin approval. PUBLIC HEARING AMENDMENT TO DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.28 RELATED TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMITATIONS AND EXPENDITURES 8:10 p,m. 6.1 (650~20) Mayor Houston opened the public hearing. City Attorney Silver presented the Staff Report. At the November, 1996 election, voters passed Proposition 208 which amended the state law regarding campaign contributions. Following a review of the City's Ordinance in February, 1997, the Council directed Staff to revise the City's Ordinance to bring it into compliance with current state law. An Ordinance was introduced at the April 15, 1997 meeting which would establish a voluntary spending limit of $1 per resident based on population figures as of January 1 of each election year. The Ordinance has also been amended to delete the requirement that $25 contributions be itemized. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 194 Each candidate shall file a statement of acceptance or rejection of the ceiling with the City Clerk before accepting any contributions. If the candidate accepts the ceiling, the contribution limit is raised from $100 to $250. Cm. Burton clarified that this matches the state law with regard to Proposition 208. Cm. Barnes asked if part of 208 is you can't transfer funds from one candidate to another. Ms. Silver stated this is not regulated at the City level, but it is part of the state law. No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue. Mayor Houston closed the public hearing. Cm. Barnes stated she believes the people asked for campaign reform and not to throw out those parts that require $25 reporting. Everyone has a right to know where the funding is coming from and because of this she supports the $25 reporting amount. The state said $1, but she did not feel we had to go this high. This puts it outside the realm of most people in the community. She felt this is going against the wishes of the people. The Council did not listen to what they really wanted. Cm. Howard clarified that the population figure includes the prisoners. Staff advised yes, it includes the total number of residents. Cm. Barnes stated she was appalled at the incorrect number of registered voters. She doesn't mind using the population number but was opposed to the amount. This means someone can spend over $26,000. She stated she would rather see a figure not to exceed $ .50 per resident. Cm. Burton felt it is not the money that makes the difference. Two Councilmembers elected last November spent less than $1,000 and got elected. It may be that an unknown may have to spend more money than a known candidate. Proposition 208 is understood by everybody, so anyone running will know there is a common policy. On motion of Cm. Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by majority vote, the Council waived the reading and adopted CITY COUNCIL MI31UTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING I~lay 6, 1997 PAGE 195 ORDINANCE NO. 11 - 97 REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING CHAPTER 2,28 OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMIT~ATJ~ON$ AND EXPENDITURES FOR El ECTIONS Cm. 15arnes&voted against the motion.. PUBLIC HEARING ~ ADOPTION OF 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS BY REFERENCE 8:17 p.m. 6.2 (540~I0) Mayor Houston opened the public hearing. City Manager Ambrose advised that the Uniform Fire Code and the Uniform Fire Code Standards establish standards and regulations that provide for fire and life safety in the City of Dublin. As a part of the dissolution process of the Dougherty Regional Fire Authority, the City of Dublin will be responsible for providing fire suppression and prevention services to its residents and businesses. It is therefore necessary for the City Council to adopt the Uniform Fire Code and Fire Code Standards so that these standards and regulations will continue to be applicable in the City of Dublin. Jim Ferdnand, Fire Marshal and Jim Johnson, Deputy Fire Chief with Alameda County Fire Department were present. Mr. Ambrose discussed the process for adopting a code by reference in accordance with Government Code regulations, and recommended that the required public hearing be Scheduled for May 20, 1997. Also discussed was the appeal process. Mr. Ambrose advised that the proposed ordinance authorizes the City Council to charge fees for plan review, inspection and permits to defray the City's reasonable costs for providing these services and permits. The fee schedule must be adopted by resolution. A similar fee schedule is currently in place for DP, FA for the provision of these services and permits. Staff is currently evaluating the existing fee schedule in relation to the cost for services under the ACFD contract. A proposed fee schedule will be brought to the City Council for consideration and adoption prior to July I, 1997. Cm. Burton asked if there's anything in the code like sprinklers required or any other differences. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 196 Jim Ferdnand stated there will be no changes compared to how we operated under DP, FA. Mr. Ambrose stated at some point in the future they will consider adoption of the 1997 Fire Code. No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue. Mayor Houston closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Barnes, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the Council introduced the ordinance and read the title, "An Ordinance Adopting by Reference the Uniform Fire Code, 1094 Edition and Uniform Fire Code Standards, 1994 Edition and Prescribing Regulations Governing Conditions HaZardous to Life and Property from Fire Explosion", and approved the form of the public notice for the May 20, 1997 public hearing. PUBLIC HEARING WEED AND REFUSE ABATEMENT ORDINANCE 8:22 p.m. 6.3 (530~20/540~50) Mayor Houston opened the public hearing. Staff explained that as part of the dissolution process of the Dougherty Regional Fire Authority, it is necessary for the City to adopt an ordinance establishing authority for weed and refuse abatement. DRFA's fire prevention function has included a successful weed abatement program which reduces fire hazards and unsightly debris in the City. The Alameda County Fire Department, under contract with the City, will continue to provide essentially the same program as has been provided by DRFA. No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue. Mayor Houston closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED an ordinance adding Chapter 5.68 to the Dublin Municipal Code providing for the abatement of weeds and refuse in the jurisdiction of the City of Dublin. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 197 HERITAGE CENTER MASTER SITE PLAN 8:23 p.m. 8.2 (910-40) Recreation Supervisor Bonnie Leonard presented the Staff Report and stated a master site plan for the Dublin Heritage Center had been developed, and if approved, would serve as a model for future site improvements. The plan also includes a strategy for implementation of improvements. Once the plan is adopted, the next step is the development of a plan to divide the work into logical projects based on project priority and projected financing. The current year budget includes funds to resurface the parking lot between the Schoolhouse and theChurch. Thus, if the parking lot layout is satisfactory, Staff will prepare the necessary plans and specifications in order to put the parking lot project out to bid. Alan Dreyfuss discussed the site plan. The gate seemed to be most important to the Planning Commission and also the sign addressing the unmarked graves in the southwest part of the site. They want to maintain the rural character of the area. At this point they are recommending asphalt for the parking lot. They recommend reintroducing Hawthorne trees and Oleander bushes that are missing. The cemetery itself is laid out fairly well and it has a nice feel the way it is now. An area directly north of the church is suggested for introducing trellises at either end. This will provide a nice photo opportunity for weddings. Cm. Burton commented he thought it looked very nice. There are 38 total parking spaces, 12 of which are compact and 2 are handicap. Mayor Houston felt the area where they show a turnaround should be opened up. This will be a place of activities and events and the middle needs to be opened up, He did not feel there should be any striping except for the handicap spaces. Mr. Dreyfuss stated they tried to reduce the area where kids play with their cars and a wide open space tends to diminish areas around it. Mayor Houston felt this is not a shopping center. Sometimes we will have events and there will be no parking there. Other events may have valet parking where they line the cars up. A lot of different things could be used in the space. Mr. Dreyfuss stated they tried to design a parking lot that meets the City's codes. Rather than limit, this may provide an enhancement for the site. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 198 Cm. Lockhart felt the buffer between the church and the cemetery would be good. She felt this would help both groups of people. She did not feel there will be any event that is so large that it could not be accommodated in the center space. She was dismayed with the idea of asphalt, although she understood the problems with kids. She felt once we start to upgrade the facility, they will stay away. Cm. Barnes stated she also was worried about using gravel. It is very difficult to walk on gravel. She stated she liked the island idea. Mayor Houston felt this was the way it was built. They did not originally have big buffers and separations. Cm. Lockhart pointed out that it is not just an historic cemetery, but there are still funerals there. She asked if it would be possible to have a small gazebo or something like that in the area behind the church. She thought a picturesque place for brides would be wonderful. Mr. Dreyfuss stated they carefully considered whether to introduce new structures. Cm. Barnes asked if they looked at the placement of benches around the cemetery part. People like to sit and meditate and spend time there with loved ones they have lost. Mayor Houston asked if any costs had been developed at this point in the plan. Mr. Dreyfuss stated they've looked at using and enhancing what exists and the approach has been fairly economical. Ms. Leonard reported that they have 8 weddings planned so far. Cm. Lockhart discussed the gate and how it would be monitored. She would be concerned about something that is locked and people can't get in. Ms. Leonard stated it would be a possibility to have the gate opened early in the morning by Public Works and then closed in the evening. The gate would just be for cars. You could still walk in. Cm. Barnes commented they had discovered that a lot of cemeteries are closed from dusk to dawn and you can't walk in. Cm. Burton felt the plan presented would indicate a circulation pattern when you go in. It's more obvious. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 19~)7 PAGE 199 The Council discussed water and sewer. Ms. Leonard pointed out that there is no water there now. Mr. Dreyfuss stated it could be extended to the cemetery. There was discussion on whether this would require a new meter and sewer connection fee. Staff responded that it would not. It could possibly be run from the street. Cm. Lockhart asked if this would be a project that we could work with community volunteer groups. Mr. Ambrose stated it would be a good idea to develop a list of projects which could be phased. On motion of Cm. Barnes, seconded by Cm. Lockhart, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the proposed master site plan, directed Staff to prepare a phasing plan based on available funding, and directed Staff to prepare plans and specifications for the parking lot. ESTABLISHING DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPERTY RELATED FEES RELATED TO STORM WATER PROGRAM-REFUSE SERVICES, GARBAGE COMPANY RATES.; AND ANNUAL FEE FOR MINIMUM RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE SERVICE 8:53 p.m. 8.4 (390~20) Assistant City Manager Rankin presented the Staff Report and advised that Proposition 218, which was approved by the voters in November of 1996 establishes procedures for the imposition of property related fees. The City Council will need to conduct a public hearing after providing 45 days written notice to all parcel owners. Staff prepared the draft notices and recommended the date of June 25, 1997 for the public hearing. Cm. Barnes asked what will actually be mailed to the residents. Mr. Rankin stated it will be 3 pages front and back, Exhibit 1 of the Staff Report. Cm. Barnes felt this may be too much to read. The bolded sentence, "PLEASE NOTE THESE ARE NOT NEW FEES", she would like to see on a line all by itself. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING Ilay 6, 1997 PAGE 200 On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Lockhart, and by unanimous vote, the Council authorized Staff to mail the notices and establish the public hearing for June 25, 1997. OTHER BUSINESS 8:57 p.m. Tri~Valley Council Meeting (140~80) Mr. Ambrose advised that Staff had been notified that the City of Livermore will be hosting the next meeting of the Tri~Valley Council and they want to know if Thursday, June 12, would be a workable date for everyone. The first date of June 19, didn't work for all. The City Council tentatively marked their calendars and indicated this date was okay. Cm. Howard's Return (610-05) Cm. Lockhart stated she wanted to welcome Cm. Howard back after her eye surgery. She was glad to see her up and about again. Traffic Control Regulations on Dublin Boulevard ~ Hansen Drive (590~20) Cm. Lockhart Stated she was glad to see someone come in about the Dublin Boulevard/ Hansen Drive intersection issue and to hear that the City will be addressing it at the next meeting. Weeds @ Heritage Center (Z95~20) Cm. Lockhart stated she had noticed there are lots of weeds in the cemetery on the northeast side right behind the church. She hoped these would be addressed. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 19~7 PAGE 201 Alamilla Springs (910-40) Cm. Lockhart stated she felt the Heritage people, DHPA would be more than glad to discuss the Alamilla Springs. Council InvitatiOns/Activities (610-05) Cm. Lockhart commented she had gotten lots of invitations this week and wondered if the rest of the Council had also, and who was going to what events. The Council and Staff indicated they had received an invitation to the BART pre-grand opening ceremonies on Friday, May 9th, The Alameda County Transportation Authority is having a 10 year celebration on Friday, May 30th. Mayor Houston and Cm. Barnes both indicated they wouldn't be able to attend, so Cm, Lockhart stated she would go and represent the City. City Newsletter/Recreation Brochu re ( 150-4'0) Cm. Barnes commented that the Recreation newsletter she had just received is one of the nicest ones she has seen. She read every page and everything looked great. Development Fees (390-20) Cm. Barnes stated she asked Carol Cirelli to send each of the Councilmembers a little worksheet that Tony Hirt from San Ramon prepared which discusses fees and what it takes to build a house. He developed a program on the computer and Carol plugged in Dublin's figures into it. This reflects homes in East Dublin. She stated she will also ask that a copy be sent to the Planning Commission. This was a lot of work for Carol, and she appreciated it. Status of New Task Forces (110-30) Mayor Houston asked about the status and update of the various task forces that are to be formed; i.e., for downtown improvement, library, etc. He has been getting requests CITY.COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 202 from interested people in the community. He requested that a report be brought to the next meeting on when we might initiate these. Mr. Ambrose stated all Department Heads will be immersed in budget preparation during the next 3 to 4 weeks and he appreciated the Council's patience. Mape Memorial Park Reopening Ceremonies (950-40) Mayor HouSton asked if Ms. Lowart had gotten any information on Mr. Mape, Staff responded yes they had received some information. CLOSED SESSION 9:03 p.m. 10.1 (640-30) The Council recessed to a closed session to conference with Legal Counsel regarding Pending Litigation in accordance with Government Code Section 54956.9(a): a. Becker vs. Dublin, Alameda Superior Court No. V~012743-1; and b. Dublin vs. PG&E, Alameda Superior Court No. V-011583-4. 10.Z (600~30) Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Title: City Attorney, in accordance with GCS 54957. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION No action was taken. ADJOURNMENT 11.1 There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Deputy City Clerk CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 16 REGULAR MEETING May 6, 1997 PAGE 203