HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-13-1996 CC Adopted MinutesREGULAR MEETING ~ February 13, 1996
A regular meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, February 13,
1996, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to
order at 7:10 p.m., by Mayor Houston.
ROLL CALL
pRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Barnes, Burton, Howard, Moffatt and Mayor Houston.
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Houston led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to
the flag.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEE
7:10 p.m. 3.1 (700~10)
City Manager Ambrose introduced Eddie Peabody, the City's new Community
Development Director, who has had more than 30 years experience, most recently as
Community Development Director in the City of Brentwood.
Mr. Peabody stated he looked forward to the challenges of this new job.
APPOINTMENT TO PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
7:12 p.m. 3.2 (110-30)
In December, Bob Trimble resigned from the Parks & Community Services Commission
and Staff was directed to advertise the opening. Applications were received by the
January 10 deadline from 7 people: Randy Cahn, Tom Clancy, Bob Cocilova, Bob
Fasulkey, Becky Hopkins, Mark King and Eric Swalwell.
Mayor Houston announced his appointment of Bob Fasulkey to the Commission for a
term which will end in December, 1996.
Mayor Houston explained the new process being used and the reason for the length of
time in filling this position. At the Council team building session, the Council
indicated they would like an opportunity to review all applications received prior to
voting to confirm the Mayor's appointment.
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Mayor Houston stated Mr. Fasulkey has served in the community, mostly in the area of
youth, and also on the Facilities Committee and the Business Task Force.
Cm. MOffatt stated he felt Mr. Fasulkey was a really good choice and explained some of
the other programs offered for youth in the community.
Cm. Burton stated he should be proud that he made the cut and also thanked all those
who applied. We are always looking for people to serve the community.
Cm. Barnes thanked Mr. Fasulkey and also all the other people who applied and stated
she hoped we send thank you letters to those that applied.
Mr. Fasulkey stated he hopes to incorporate some of the Boy Scout concepts that have
been started. He thanked the City Council for this opportunity.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the
Council confirmed the Mayor's appointment of Bob Fasulkey to the Parks &
Community Services Commission.
PROCLAMATION
7:18 p.m. 3.3 (610~$0)
Mayor Houston read and presented a Proclamation to Eddie Jo Mack declaring
February Black History Month and Saturday, February 17, 1996, Black History Day in
the City of Dublin and urged residents to celebrate: the rich heritage of African-
Americans. The 3rd Annual Black History Celebration "The Legacy Continues ..." will
be held at Valley Christian Center on Saturday, February 17 from 1 ~5 p.m.
Ms. Mack thanked the City Council and Staff. This dream has been evolving for her
for the last 5 years. This event is for everyone. All cultures don't know enough about
each other to get along well.
APPOINTMENT TO LAVTA'S
WHEELS ACCESSIBLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (W/LAC)
7:21 p.m. 3.4 (110-30)
Mayor Houston stated the City was recently advised of the need to appoint a member
to LAVTA's WAAC due to the resignation of Carrie Staehle.
Dublin resident Mary Gibbert has applied and Mayor Houston recommended that the
City Council confirm his appointment of Ms. Gibbert to fill the remainder of the term
previously held by Ms. Staehle.
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Cm. Moffatt stated this opening was advertised and Mary was the only one who
applied from the City of Dublin. The next step is for it to go to the LAVTA Board for
their approval.
On motion of Cm. Barnes, seconded by Cm. Burton, and bY unanimous vote, the
Council confirmed the appointment of Mary Gibbert to LAVTA's Wheels Accessible
Advisory Committee.
Crossridge Road Slopes - See Item 4.5 (550-10/600-30)
Janine McCune, 7750 Crossridge Road stated she addressed the City Council in both
November and December of 1995. She presented a petition requesting that the City
take action to make sure the hill behind her house does not slide again the way it did
in January, 1995. There was another slide 3 weeks ago. She asked when the City is
going to correct the problem.
Mr. Thompson stated 2 weeks ago a little piece of the southerly slide came down. One
of the neighbors called the Fire Department. The City Council directed Staff to hire a
geotechnical engineer to determine the problem. Once this is known, a capital project
will be done. Right now the ground is just too wet to go up and do anything there.
We did double up with the sandbags and put more plastic though.
Shelley Bergbower, 7724 Crossridge: Road stated she called Mr. Thompson today and
he led her to believe that she didn't need to come tonight, What concerns her are
phrases like "a little slide". If anyone on the City Council lived in their homes, she did
not feel this would be taken so lightly. This is very important to the people who live
over there.
Mayor HoUston advised that the item dealing with the geotechnical engineer would be
pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion a little later in the meeting.
Air Raid Siren (520-I0)
Tom Ford, Tina Place stated on November 14, 1995, he raised the issue of reactivating
an air raid siren. City Staff worked with Alameda County and with DRFA. He thanked
Staff and the City Council for their review of this item. The decision was quite logical.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
7:30 p.m.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the
Council took the following actions:
Approved (4.1) Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 23, 1996;
Adopted (4.2 720~10)
RESOLUTION NO. 13 - 96
AMENDING THE BENEFIT PLAN
(Add Community Development Director to
Management Positions Receiving Car Allowance)
Adopted (4.4 600-30)
RESOLUTION NO. 14 - 96
ADOPTING AGREEMENT WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT OF ALAMEDA COUNTY
REGARDING SUBSIDY FOR RECYCLING PROGRAM OPERATIONS
and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement;
Adopted (4.6 600~ 30)
RESOLUTION NO. 15 - 96
AWARDING CONTRACT 96-01,
1995-96 ANNUAL SIDEWALK SAFETY REPAIR PROGRAM
AND HANDICAP RAMP CONSTRUCTION TO ROQUEMORE ENGINEERING
($54,292)
Received (4.7 330-50) the FY 1995-96 Mid-Year Budget/Finance Report and
approved Budget Change Forms;
Accepted (4.8 600-30) improvements under Contract 95-08, Shannon Center Floor
Replacement and authorized $25,083.20 payment to Flooring Solutions;
Approved (4.9 1020~30) appropriation of $12,635 from Street Light Assessment
District Reserves (Fund 710) for the City's share of costs associated with utility
undergrounding and authorized the Mayor to execute the Budget Change Form;
Approved (4.10 300-40) the Warrant Register in the amount of $2,827,466.68.
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Cm. Moffatt pulled Item 4.3 from the Consent Calendar related to part-time recreation
personnel and asked about the stipulation for some of the positions that someone must be I$
years old or older. He also asked about our salary ranges if the minimum wage were raised.
Ms. Zowart explained the regulations under which the City operates in hiring young people
and also stated if the minimum wage were to be raise~ the City would adjust its salary
ranges for those positions that fell below.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote, the City
Council adopted (4.5 700-20)
RESOLUTION NO. 16 - 96
and
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
(Pa~t-Iime Recreation Personnel)
RESOLUTION NO. 17 - 96
AMENDING THE SALARY PLAN
FOR PART-TIME PERSONNEL
Cm. Burton pulled Item 4. 5 from the Consent Calendar for discussion. He stated he did go
and inspect the slide. He was concerned about the $27~000 and asked if we have any other
options.
Mr. Thompson explained that we want to find out the actual cause.
do some exploring. We don't want to have the same problem again.
and notjust waste our money.
The soils engineer will
We want to do it right
Mayor Houston stated he felt the residents would feel better if it is done right. We have to
have the professional go out and do the borings and the testing and then we can get a
recommendation on how to fix it.
Mr. Thompson stated the soils engineer will try to identify the reasons for the problems. It
will take about a month and it needs to be fairly dried out for them roger up there with a
backhoe.
Lothar De Temple, 7756 Crossridge Roa4 stated when they had the original mudslides, after
those slides, he called Mr. Thompson on this very issue. Mr. Thompson made 3points: I)
no repairs would be made during 1995 because of lack of fundin~' and 3) that the rains
were lOO year rains and they would not have to worry about this again. The culvert tends to
fill with a very small amount of mud He did not think we should classify this as a little
slide. The hill has the potential for serious damage. We need to make a thorough
assessment of the problem this time.
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Shelley Bergbower~ 7724 Crosmqdge Road, stated she was concerned about the timeframe at
this point. As the hill continues to saturate and dry out and if we wait another month, it
reflects a completely different standard than what they are experiencing now. When it is
wet and saturated, this is when it should be looked at. This has been going on for several
years. As an individual homeowner, she has had to invest substantially to keep the water out
of her backyard. They are not allowed to do anything as homeowners, or they would She
volunteered to work with a consultant if need be.
Cm. Moffatt pointed out that the consultant is a geologist.
Cm. Burton felt it was important to get it fixed immediately~ but what he was hearing was
that there may be otherproblems. The City Council is concerned that it be done the right
way.
Janine McCune asked ifa backhoe was really necessary and if this was every engineer's
opinion. She agreed with Ms. Bergbower that a consultant should be up there immediately.
Mayor Houston felt what is on the surface is not the problem. We have to have more
thorough methods than just ,going up and observing. We have to rely on a geologist.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote, the City
Council adopted (4.5 600-30)
RESOLUTION NO. 18- 96
APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH BERLOGAR GEOIECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
FOR INVESTIGATION AND DESIGN OF SLIDE REPAIR
IN DOUGHERTY HILLS OPEN SPACE
and approved a $27,000 additional appropriation from unallocated reserves.
REQUEST FROM LAVTA TO OPPOSE ASSEMBLY BILL Z084
REGARDING TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) FUNDING
7:46 p.m. 5.1 (660-40)
Public Works Director Thompson advised that AB 2084 proposes to divert an
unspecified percentage of local sales and use tax revenues from a local transportation
fund into the County's General Fund. This could affect funding for the City's bicycle
path construction, as well as some transit programs. The City's share of TDA funding
at this time is approximately $10,000 per year. LAVTA has also noted that a number
of transit services could also be affected.
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Cm. Moffatt stated TDA money is about 79% of LAVTA's budget. This would be
devastating for their operation.
Cm. Burton asked if he knew why this bill was proposed.
Cm. Moffatt stated it was originally proposed to bail out Orange County for the fiasco
they got in to. The Board of Supervisors in Chico voted against it.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the
Council authorized the Mayor to send a letter of opposition to AB 2084 to State
Legislators.
PUBLIC HEARING
DUBLIN RANCH PHASE I PD REZONE PA 95-030
7:49 p.m. 6.1 (450-130)
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
Planning Director Tong advised that Dublin Ranch is located within the Eastern
Dublin Specific Plan project area, east of Tassajara Road, approximately 4,000' north
of I~580. At the January 23 City Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution
approving the Dublin Ranch Phase I Planned Development District Rezone, and
introduced an ordinance approving the PD District Rezoning:of an approximate 210
acre site to PD Single Family Residential (570 dwelling units); PD Medium Density
Residential (277 dwelling units); and PD Open Space: (57.5 acres), for a maximum
total of 84 7 dwelling units. The rezoning also includes a 5 acre neighborhood park
and a 2 acre private recreational facility.
No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Houston closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the
Council waived the reading and adopted
ORDINANCE NO. 2 - 96
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT THE RF?ONING
OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF TASSAJARA ROAD AND
APPROXIMATELY 4,000 FEET NORTH OF 1-580 FREEWAY
WITHIN THE EASTERN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN PROJECT AREA
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PUBLIC HEARING ~ CAFFINO, INC., SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PA 95~040
7:50 p.m. 6.2 (410-30/410-55)
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
Assistant Planner Kachadourian presented the Staff Report and stated this Specific Plan
Amendment to Area :3 of the San Ramon Road Specific Plan is to allow a drive-in and
drive-through business as conditional uses; a CUP to allow a drive-in and drive-
through use in the C~ 1 Retail Business District; to allow the alteration or expansion of
a pre-existing use; and Site Development Review to construct a 220+ square foot
drive-through espresso bar/kiosk in front of the Workbench Tm-Value Hardware
Store located at 7660 San Ramon Road.
Mr. Kachadourian discussed the issues involved, including: Specific Plan Amendment;
Conditional Use Permit; Parking; Site Access; Site Development Review; Calaveras
Fault; Traffic Impacts; and Public Comments/Concerns.
Cm. Burton asked if this is related to the coffee wagon that we were to have at the
Standard Station.
Mr. Kachadourian responded no, that was an outdoor vendor use. They are not the
same company.
Cm. Burton asked if they are leasing the land or buying the property.
Mr. Kachadourian stated the pavilion will be located on the Workbench property and
the drive aisles will probably be leased from the owner.
Cm. Burton asked who will make the decision as to what it looks like. We get
surprised sometimes with colors.
Cm. Barnes stated she made the supreme sacrifice and went to look at one over in
Pleasanton. She was impressed.
Cm. Burton stated since incorporation in 1982 we have attempted to change the look
of the Workbench, so he was pleased to see this coming in.
Cm. Howard asked about the landscaping plan for Caffino and also about the City's
property.
Mr. Kachadourian stated they will review the conditions and it must be something
compatible to what's there.
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Mr. Ambrose stated the City's property will be turf, just like the adjacent properties.
Cm. Burton commented on the high number of pages for approval of a 220 square
foot project.
Brenda Gillarde explained how Caffino got started with one individual. The first store
was opened up in Napa in 1993. Since then, they have opened 20 additional stores in
Northern California. They are all company owned, not a franchise. They personally
oversee all phases of their operation. There are 2 drive-up windows. A large color
photo was displayed. They are open 7 days a week. They generate very few new
traffic trips, but rather draw from cars already on the road.
Ms. Gillarde stated they selected this unimproved location in Dublin and feel their
store will enhance this corner. The building will be an upscale Italian motif. They
hope to have a purchase proposal before the City within the next 3 weeks. They have
agreed to work with Mr. Perkins related to his desire to place a monument sign on his
property. They feel they will be a real asset to the community.
Cm. Moffatt asked if they Will put up a stop sign near the egress of the bikepath.
Brenda stated they will work with Public Works to provide the proper signage.
Cm. Burton congratulated them for this nice project. It looks good.
Michael Perkins~ 7370 San Ramon Road, owner olf the Sleep Shop Ltd., stated he
understands the City's enthusiasm for a project like this when the Workbench
property has been unimproved all these years. He is concerned, however, about
consideration for the use of his property. Brenda has kept in touch with him
regarding what progress has been made. The City of Dublin owns most of the land
from the front of Sleep Shop Ltd., out to the curb. A proposal would possibly include
them buying the land and then putting it in his name or Nichandros' name. His
concern is to not be left out of the loop. He was concerned that Mr. Nichandros might
buy the property and then he is left with no ingress/egress.
Cm. Moffatt stated he thought there were easements that run with the properties and
his assumption was that the easements will always be there. He felt Mr. Perkins would
be well protected in this area.
Mr. Perkins stated he was suggesting that language be put in the approvals for caffino
which would also include protection that would allow him to be a part of the
negotiations.
Mr. Thompson stated there is currently a condition that addresses this.
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Cm. Burton asked if Mr. Perkins was offered a chance to buy the front property.
Mr. Perkins stated he believed he was and if they did not buy it, they were asked to
landscape it. He ideally would like Caffino to buy the easement and give it to them
and then they would lease it back to Caffino. He felt this would be a great
improvement to this corner.
David Cambra, 118¢3 Flanigan Court, stated he goes through this intersection
everyday. He passed out information related to what he felt were the traffic concerns.
He has no problem with a coffee shop at this location, but felt the traffic pattern
changes. The overall concern is safety.
Mr. Cambra made a lengthy presentation outlining the impacts on both San Ramon
Road and on Amador Valley Boulevard.
Mayor Houston asked if he had a solution or if his solution was "no project".
Mr. Cambra stated he did not have a solution, other than perhaps to limit it to one
lane. He did not see a solution.
Mr. Thompson stated there was a traffic study done. If traffic becomes a problem,
some kind of striping could be done.
Cm. Barnes stated she was very familiar with this location and there are traffic breaks
created because of the signals.
Ms. Gillarde responded to Mr. Cambra's comments. Other Caffino sites such as
Oakley and Martinez were referenced where similar situations exist. They have had
no problems.
Tom Ford stated he felt it is traditional for restaurants to provide public restrooms. We
have lost two service stations in the immediate area, so we have increased need. It is
surprising that a restaurant offering a liquid diet will have facilities available only to
their employees. He requested that something be put in related to this public service.
He felt this was worthy of some consideration.
The Council responded that this will be a drive-through or walk-up facility, not a store
that someone would be going into.
Mayor Houston closed the public hearing.
Cm. Moffatt asked if the CUP is for one year.
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Mr. Kachadourian stated a CUP can run indefinitely and it runs with the property. If
the land is vacant, it would be reviewed. The Zoning Investigator could do an annual
review to make sure it meets with the conditions.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the
Council adopted
RESOLUIION NO. 19 - 96
ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE
FOR PA 95-040 CAFFINO, INC., SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
LOCATED AT 7360 SAN RAMON ROAD
and
RESOLUTION NO. 20- 96
ADOPTING PA 95-040 CAFFINO, INC.,
SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT TO AREA 3 (SAN RAMON ROAD PROPERTIES)
OF THE SAN RAMON ROAD SPECIFIC PLAN
and
RESOLUTION NO. 21 - 96
APPROVING PA 95-040 CAFFINO, INC.,
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT LOCATED AT 7360 SAN RAMON ROAD
and
RESOLUTION .NO. 22 - 96
APPROVING PA 95-040 CAFFINO, INC.,
SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW LOCATED AT 7360 SAN RAMON ROAD
PUBLIC HEARING ~ PUBLIC FACILITIES FEE
8:50 p.m. 6.3 (390-20)
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
Parks & Community Services Director Ix)wart presented the Staff Report and stated in
January of 1995, the City Council authorized the preparation of a study by Recht
Hausrath & Associates to establish a Public Facilities Fee Program for the City. The
facilities which are the subject of this study are parks, community and recreational
facilities, libraries and the Civic Center. The study documents the amount and cost of
new public facilities for city services required to serve new development and
determines the public facilities fees that new development should pay to fund its fair
share of those facilities needs.
Ms. Lowart discussed the summary of costs to.serve growth and the impact fee by land
use as contained in the Staff Report.
Ms. Ix>wart advised that the actual implementation and administration of the public
facilities fee program will involve adopting new procedures, training personnel,
tracking facility costs and accounting for fee revenues. In addition, Staff will be
frequently confronted with particular situations in which the program's criteria must
be interpreted and special judgments rendered. Thus, the Consultant will be preparing
administrative guidelines to assist Staff in implementing the Public Facilities Fee
Program. The administrative guidelines will be brought before the City Council for
adoption at a later date.
Ms. Ix>wart discussed the relationship between the Public Facilities Fee Program and
the Quimby Ordinance.
In summary, Ms. Lowart stated the purpose of the public facilities fee is to finance
municipal public facilities to reduce the impacts caused by future developments in the
City of Dublin and Eastern Dublin. As shown in the Eastern Dublin GPA and SP, the
Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and other related studies~ future development in. the
City of Dublin and in Eastern Dublin will generate the need for the facilities that are
the subject of the Public Facilities Fee Justification Adoption of a public facilities fee
which is applicable to properties within the Eastern Dublin SP area will not preclude
developers from picking and choosing from the various financing options available to
them. Developers are required to prepare Financing Plans which are to be part of the
Development Agreement.
Ms. Lowart stated adoption of the public facilities fee is consistent with the General
Plan and the Eastern Dublin SP. The Parks & Community Services Commission has
reviewed and approved the Public Facilities Fee in concept.
Ms. Lowart stated Staff was recommending that this item be continued to the first
meeting in MarCh. Comments were received only last Friday even though documents
were mailed in January.
Mr. Ambrose stated a number of issues were raised which Staff has not had an
opportunity to respond to.
Cm. Burton asked if there was any idea of the impacts of cumulative fees in the long
run. This is quite a big chunk.
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Mr. Ambrose stated we are one of several agencies that are responsible for providing
certain infrastructure. DSRSD must provide water and sewer and a school district to
be determined in the future. The fees vary substantially between the 2 school districts.
Staff can provide a summary of fees.
Cm. Burton stated he would appreciate an overview and what the options are with
regard to all the fees.
Mr. Ambrose stated Alameda County has opted to pay as you go with regard to paying
for infrastructure to their project. The City plays a key role in designing a program
and we play the switchman's role with regard to public financing.
Matt Koart, Vice President with Kaufman & Broad stated they intend to be a long term
partner with the City. Fees have gone up considerably. He went through a list of all
the current fees. They are now at about $35,000 in fees for a 1,700 square foot house.
Under the old fee schedule, prior to the East Dublin Specific Plan, they estimated fees
of about $21,000 for the same size house. A lot of this is school district fees. He
requested that the City try to set some priorities for phasing in some of the fees.
Whatever the City decides on, K&B will go along with because they consider
themselves to be partners with the City. Pleasanton's fees are about $28,000; and
Livermore is close to $29,000.
Mayor Houston continued the public hearing to the City Council meeting of
March 12, 1996.
PUBLIC HEARING ~ AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 9.28
OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE - QUIMBY ACT ORDINANCE
9:16 p.m. 6.4 (390-20)
Mayor Houston announced that because the subject matter of this item is related to the
previous item, this public hearing was also continued to the City Council meeting of
March 12, 1996.
PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY
DIRECTING THE FILING OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS TO
ACQUIRE STREET LIGHTS AND STREET LIGHTING FACILITIES FROM PG&E
9:16 p.m. 6.5 (820-35)
Cm. Barnes disqualified herself from discussion of this item, stating her husband is a
retired employee of PG&E and that is their income.
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
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Public Works Director Thompson presented the Staff Report and advised that
acquisition of street lighting facilities by the City will reduce the annual energy and
maintenance cost, improve the standard of maintenance, and allow the City to impose
higher construction and installation standards. The City's street lighting energy and
maintenance costs are funded entirely by the Citywide Street Lighting Assessment
District. The City's property owners therefore pay the cost of street lighting based on
various factor rates. A single-family lot has been paying $19.34 per year. Commercial
lots are assessed on the basis of lot size. The reduction in the cost of street lighting
energy and maintenance can therefore be passed on to the property owners in the
form of a reduced assessment.
In December of 1993, the City of Dublin joined the Alameda County Street Light
Acquisition Group, consisting of the County of Alameda and 10 cities within the
County. Over the past two years, the group has met to discuss various aspects of the
acquisition, including appraisals, financing, development of standard specifications,
maintenance alternatives, and the mechanics of the acquisition.
Mr. Thompson stated the Acquisition Group has submitted several offers and
counteroffers to PG&E for purchase of the street lights and PG&E has, to date, rejected
these offers and counteroffers. In order to achieve the cost savings at the earliest
possible date, Staff is recommending that the City Council adopt a Resolution of
Necessity, so that the City can take possession of the lights and begin paying the lower
rates. The other jurisdictions in the Acquisition Group have agreed to take this same
step toward acquiring the lights within their respective territorial limits,
Mr. Thompson pointed out that adoption of the resolution requires a 4/5 vote of the
City Council.
No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Houston closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote (Cm.
Barnes abstained), the Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 23 - 96
NECESSITY OF ACQUISITION OF STREET LIGHTING FACILITIES
BY EMINENT DOMAIN
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PUBLIC HEARING
AMENDMENT TO CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
9:19 p.m. 6.6 (640~40)
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
City Attorney Silver advised that the City's Conflict of Interest Code was last amended
in October of 1994. At that time, the Code was amended to incorporate changes as a
result of the reorganization of the City Manager's Office and the Administrative
Services Department, and the position of Economic Development Manager was added
to the list of employees required to complete annual Statements of Economic Interests.
In July of 1995, the City's Classification Plan was amended to' add the position of
Community Development Director. The purpose of this amendment is to add this new
position to the City's Conflict of Interest Code and to require disclosure in accordance
with Categories 3 and 4.
No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Houston closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance amending Section
2.24.020 of the Dublin Municipal Code.
PUBLIC HEARING ~ PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
TO TITLE 9 (SUBDIVISIONS) OF DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE
9:20 p.m. 6.7 (410~50)
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director Thompson presented the Staff Report and discussed various
amendments to the City's Subdivision Ordinance. The changes would include the
latest state laws and would ease the submittal requirements for Vesting Tentative
Maps.
No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Houston closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
CoUncil waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR AUDIT SERVICES
9:22 p.m. $.1 (310-20/110-30)
Administrative Services Director Rankin presented the Staff Report and advised that the
City of Dublin has obtained audit services from the firm of Maze & Associates for the
past 9 consecutive years. They do have the ability to modify their staffing of people to
handle our audit. The current agreement expired with the issuance of reports related
to the period ending June 30, 1995. In order to allow time for preliminary audit work
prior to June 30, 1996, Staff has prepared a Request for Proposal. The RFP provides for
the ability to select a firm to provide services for the next 5 years.
Cm. Moffatt asked if there was any problem with an auditing firm providing services
to surrounding cities.
cm. Burton felt it was a good idea to have someone on the City Council help in
selecting and it should be an open RFP to see who is out there.
Mayor Houston agreed that it is wise to open it up. He and Cm. Moffatt have served as
the audit committee and he felt it would be wise for them to continue. At this point,
there would be no restrictions on the firms that could submit proposals.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Barnes, and by unanimous vote, the
Council reviewed the RFP and determined that Mayor Houston and Cm. Moffatt would
serve as an ad-hoc subcommittee to assist with the selection process.
RECESS
9:28 p.m.
Mayor Houston called for a short recess. All Councilmembers were present when the
meeting reconvened.
FACADE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
9:34 p.m. 8.2 (470-20)
Economic Development Manager Reuel presented the Staff Report and advised that in
1995, the City Council ranked the establishment of a Facade Enhancement Program as
a high priority goal. Staff reviewed programs from 5 other agencies, all of whom are
using redevelopment funds in project areas which have been classified as blighted
project areas.
Mr. Reuel stated Staff investigated funding sources and determined that there are no
funding sources other than the City's General Fund for a Storefront Improvement
Program. On the positive side, because of the strategic location of the City, a very low
commercial vacancy rate exists regardless of building design and age. Facade
enhancement is also happening in the City as a result of natural market factors that do
not rely on a contribution from the City.
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Mr. Reuel stated Staff did not recommend implementation of a Facade Enhancement
Program due to lack of funds and current market conditions that are facilitating
storefront improvements in Dublin without the help of a City contribution. If the City
Council decides to implement the program using General Fund monies, however, Staff
recommended that a minimum funding level of $25,000 be established.
Mayor Houston asked for a status of the old Lucky's store on San Ramon Road.
Mr. Reuel stated people are asking if there is any way to be creative with signage that
could be seen from 1-680.
Mr. Ambrose stated prior inquiries for this site included substantial improvements to
the center and into the building to dress it up.
Mayor Houston asked about the status of the 76 Station at Amador Valley Boulevard &
Village Parkway.
Mr. Reuel stated this is the UNOCAL Station and they have directed that the facility be
demolished.
Cm. Howard asked about the property between Target and Montgomery Wards.
Mr. Reuel stated these kinds of programs work best on large properties. At this
location, they want to bring in maybe one or two new clients and expand to about
50,000 square feet. They have a couple of proposals they arelooking at which could
benefit the City. This is a good program, but it may not be the best for the City at this
point.
Cm. Moffatt asked if this type program could be extended to the tenant rather than the
property owners.
Mr. Reuel responded yes, it could be set up a number of different ways. It is usually set
up as a matching grant.
Mayor Houston felt this was good information and perhaps it could be kept on the
back burner. There appears to be more roadblocks that what could be overcome at
this time.
On motion of Mayor Houston, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
City Council accepted report and opted to not go forward at this time.
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STATUS REPORT ~ DUBLIN PRIDE WEEK AND ACCEPTANCE OF GIlT TO CITY
9:47 p.m. 8.3 (150~80)
Administrative Assistant Honse stated Dublin Pride Week is an annual event held to
promote a positive image for the City of Dublin. A committee, comprised of Cm.
Barnes, City Staff and various civic organizations and business leaders has been formed
to coordinate and expand this years activities. This year, Dublin Pride Week is
planned for March 24-30. We have been deluged with volunteers of community
groups and the problem now is coordinating all this.
Cm. Barnes stated every group wants to do something. People are thinking about next
year already.
Mr. Honse briefly described the activities planned~for this year. City funding of
$2,500 was approved in the 1995-96 Budget, and Livermore-Dublin Disposal has
offered to match the City's contribution.
Mayor Houston stated when you go through the City there are people that do projects
on their own individual homes and maybe there could be some recognition of people
with just a simple little certificate. He felt people would appreciate this. This could be
considered in the future.
Mr. Honse reported on a very successful recognition program they had in E1 Cajon. It
was entitled, the Orchids & Onions program.
The Council discussed this type of a program and who would:judge the entries.
Mr. Ambrose indicated Staff could look into some type of a program in the future.
Mr. Honse stated he would report back on this in the future. They let the Planning
Staff submit pictures in E1 Cajon.
Cm. Barnes stated enthusiasm is contagious and Mr. Honse is the most contagious
person around.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
Council accepted the $2,500 gift from Livermore-Dublin Disposal, directed Staff to
prepare a formal acknowledgment, approved the Budget Change Form, and approved
City participation in Dublin Pride Week with a City contribution not to exceed $2,500.
FIRE SERVICE STUDY
9:57 p.m. (8.4 540-70)
City Manager Ambrose presented the Staff Report and stated at their meeting this
evening, the San Ramon City Council will consider appointing members to a Public
Safety Committee to consider a proposal from the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection
district to provide fire service to south San Ramon and possibly evaluate other fire
protection service alternatives. If the City of San Ramon concludes that it is in its best
interest to terminate the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (DRFA) and notifies the
City of Dublin prior to June 29, 1996, the effective date of the termination would be
June 30, 1997. If the City of San Ramon acts to terminate the JPA, the DP, FA would be
dissolved and the City of Dublin would be left without a fire service provider.
Mr. Ambrose stated given the complexity of dissolving the Authority and the impacts
of dissolution on the two Cities, it would seem prudent to request that the Fire
Authority undertake a study which outlines the obligations and impacts of dissolution
on both Cities and Authority personnel.
The evaluation of options available to the City of Dublin for Fire Protection Services
should San Ramon terminate the JPA could take considerable time, depending upon the
number of options the City evaluates. The City has 3 basic options in providing fire/
emergency medical response services: 1) providing the City's own fire protection
service either with a traditional fire department or a public safety department; 2)
contracting with another public agency to provide fire. services; or 3) forming a new
JPA with one or more valley cities (i.e., Pleasanton and .Livermore)~ Alameda County, or
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District.
Mr. Ambrose stated in order to effectively evaluate the Contract Service options, it will
be necessary to develop a Request for Proposal for fire/emergency medical services.
Staff anticipates that it would require approximately 2 to 4 months to complete an
evaluation of fire service options, depending upon the number of options evaluated.
Cm. Burton asked how far along the County consolidation got. They were discussing
consolidating as many agencies as possible.
Mr. Ambrose stated there were 2 studies going on. He wasn't certain how far they got
other than San Leandro contracting with the County for fire services.
Mr. Ambrose stated we aren't sure if all of the agencies are even interested in
submitting a proposal. We would want to get a formal proposal before proceeding.
Mayor Houston asked if we should also look at the alternatives together with San
Ramon. This would be more efficient for all the constituents.
Mr. Ambrose stated they would discuss this tomorrow.
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Dan Benfield, Local #1885 President stated he was just up in San Ramon. They realize
Dublin has to look at their fire options. They hope to be a cooperative partner in this
process. Their input can add a lot to a task force looking at fire service in the City of
Dublin. He stressed how important communication is. They read the papers just as
the City Council does.
Mayor Houston felt we should encourage San Ramon to look together at these
alternatives. It is very important for the union to also be involved.
Cm. Moffatt asked what would be involved in breaking up DRFA at this point.
Mr. Ambrose stated they have to give us notice and a resolution and they would have
until June 30th to give us notice and then they have an additional year to pull out.
Ms. Silver stated the notice can be given at any time but it cannot be effective until the
end of the next fiscal year.
Cm. Moffatt stated since San Ramon Valley Fire District has the right to garnish taxes,
he asked if people have a right to vote on whether they want to increase their taxes
and if this would take a 2/3 majority vote.
Mr. Ambrose stated he isn't sure what the Contra Costa County rules are and felt there
are ways San Ramon could get around it. He wasn't sure about Knox-Cortese
requirements if they contract; As he understands it~ there is not a proposal to charge
south San Ramon additional property.taxes.
Cm. Moffatt felt maybe we should wait to send the RFP out until we hear what San
Ramon does.
Mr. Ambrose advised that the RFP would be brought back to the City Council.
Mayor Houston pointed out that the Dublin action is contingent upon what San Ramon
does. It is important that we bring all this to the table to protect our citizens, and the
union, and ultimately the citizens of San Ramon. If they notice us in the near future,
we need to be proactive and look at our alternatives. We need to know what our
choices are in order to do what is best for the citizens of Dublin.
Mayor Houston requested that we also request the City of San Ramon to work with us
in looking at alternatives. Maybe there could be a better opportunity to analyze
options together.
Cm. Burton felt we may want to look at our own perspectives without input from San
Ramon.
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Mayor Houston felt if all three groups do their own thing, this would not be the best
approach.
Cm. Moffatt asked if there was any idea on the costs for developing the RFP.
Mr. Ambrose stated he envisioned that he and the Fire Chief would be developing the
RFP and identifying levels of service. It would be brought back to the City Council
prior to sending it out to providers. If a consultant is needed, Staff will come back to
the City Council.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
Council: 1) authorized the City Manager to undertake an analysis of Fire/Emergency
Response Service Alternatives available to the City of Dublin if the City of San Ramon
withdraws from the DRFA; 2) authorized preparation of Request for Proposal for the
purpose of evaluating contract Fire and Emergency Services; and 3) requested that
DRFA study the financial and service impacts on the Cities of Dublin and San Ramon
and the Authority employees if the Authority is dissolved. In addition, Dublin should
request that San Ramon work with us to develop alternatives.
OTHER BUSINESS
10:19 p.m.
Livermore School District (515-20)
Mr. Ambrose reported that a letter had been received from Livermore .Unified School
District to tour their schools.
Cm. Barnes stated she wanted to clarify that no one is challenging the quality of
education in Livermore schools. They simply have stated they want Dublin kids going
to Dublin schools.
Mayor Houston felt the City Council should hold off and talk about this at a future
meeting.
Bus Service/BART (1060~20
Mr. Ambrose stated BART is holding a forum at the LAVTA facility on February 26 at
2 p.m. and they would like to discuss the Dublin/Pleasanton extension and what kind
of wheels service will be provided.
Staff will RSVP if the Council is interested in attending.
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BART Station Name (1060-30)
Cm. Barnes stated she will not be here for the Tri-Valley Council dinner. She was
upset to see an agenda item about naming the BART Station. Danville, San Ramon and
Livermore have no right to select a name.
Mayor Houston stated he understood the issue has been pulled off the agenda. The
City of Pleasanton will put it on their second February agenda.
The City Council requested that this issue be placed on the February 27 City Council
agenda to discuss.
Post Office in Dublin (610-80)
Cm. Moffatt stated one of his goals in being on the City Council was to develop our
very own post office here in Dublin. He would like to have a letter from the City
stating we desire our own post office. He doesn't have great expectations, but one of
these days it could get done.
Cm. Barnes stated she agreed. We need this, particularly for bulk mail.
Mayor Houston requested that Cm. Moffatt provide Staff with the appropriate name
and information and a letter could be drafted.
Cm. Barnes pointed out when you go on vacation, you have to go over to Pleasanton to
pick up mail that has been held.
Street Lighting (820-35)
Mayor Houston reported that he recently had a constituent on Wicklow Lane call up
with a street light out and he requested that Mr. Thompson follow up on this.
Flood Control (550-10)
Cm. Burton discussed housing on Silvergate that had soil washed out. It is a
neighborhood concern.
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Animal Shelter (500-80)
Mr. Ambrose discussed a tour of the animal shelter.
Cm. Barnes stated she understood people who want to volunteer at the new facility are
having problems knowing who to call out there.
Joint Meeting - Housing Issues (4 30-20)
Mr. Ambrose asked about a format for items of follow-up on affordable housing issues.
The Planning Commission will be having a meeting on March 19 and it could be
agendized as a joint meeting.
The Council concurred with having this meeting be a joint one.
ADJOURNMENT
11.1
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:34 p.m.
ATI'EST~
Mayor
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