HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-14-1994 Adopted CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING - February L4~ 1994
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held
on Monday, February 14, 1994, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin
Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m., by Mayor
Snyder.
ROLL C/~LL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Burton, Houston, Howard, Moffatt and Mayor
Snyder.
None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGI]~NCE
Mayor Snyder led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of
allegiance to the flag.
PROCLAMATION (610-50)
Mayor Snyder read and presented a proclamation declaring February 27,
1994 as "Literacy Day" and congratulated the Alameda County Library's
Adult Literacy Program on the occasion of their 10th Anniversary.
Mayor Snyder stated Staff would get the proclamation to Pat Zahn after
a needed adjustment was made.
RECYCLING REWARDS WINNERS FOR MONTH OF JANUARY (810-60)
Mayor Snyder announced the winners drawn by the City Clerk in the
recycling contest for the month of January. Savings bonds will be
presented to: William Saltzman, Janice Sargenti, Flora Moy, Paul
Ferriea, and David Gossett.
Purchase of Bleachers (260-30/350-20)
Margie Wong-Gilmore stated if the item on the Consent Calendar related
to aWarding a purchase order for bleachers at the Sports Grounds goes
through, she wanted to thank the Council.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Houston, and by unanimous
vote, the Council took the following actions:
Approved Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 24, 1994;
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Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 10 - 94
DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ANNUAL REPORT FOR
CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-1 (360-50)
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 11 - 94
DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ANNUAL REPORT FOR
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-2
(TRACT 4719 360-20)
(Cm. Burton abstained. )
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 12 - 94
DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ANNUAL REPORT FOR
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 86-1
(TRACT 5511 360-20)
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 13 - 94
APPROVING FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 6644 BJ DUBLIN COMMERCIAL (410-50)
(EAST SIDE OF DOUGHERTY ROAD @ SIERRA LANE)
and authorized the Mayor to execute the Tract Development Agreement
(600-60); (Cmo Houston abstained. )
Received the City Treasurer's Investment Report as of January 31, 1994
(320-30);
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 14 - 94
and
AMENDING THE PERSONNEL RULES TO INCLUDE
FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE PROVISIONS (720-10)
RESOLUTION NO. 15 - 94
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 142-90
ESTABLISHING MANAGEMENT POSITIONS EXEMPT FROM COMPETITIVE SERVICE
AND PRESCRIBING LEAVE BENEFITS FOR THE POSITIONS
Received Financial Report for the Month of December, 1993 (330-50);
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Authorized Staff to solicit bids for Contract 94-01, Village Parkway
Reconstruction (600-30);
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 16 - 94
AWARDING PURCHASE ORDER FOR 10 BLEACHERS AT DUBLIN SPORTS GROUNDS
TO DAVID O~KEEFE COMPANY $16~389.20 (260-30 & 350-20)
Awarded bid for a Konica 5003 Copier System to AAA Office Systems
($9,715.44) for Police Services, authorized an additional
appropriation for equipment replacements from the Internal Service
Fund, and authorized Staff to issue purchase order (350-20);
Approved Warrant Register in the amount of $2,537,740.86 (300-40).
Cm. Moffatt requested that the Audit Report be pulled from the Consent
Calendar for discussion. He expressed concern related to the use of
the signature stamp and asked if it would be a viable situation to
have those people on the Audit Committee be the second signature.
Mr. Ambrose stated we currently have a facsimile stamp, plus one other
actual signature. The Auditor was concerned that the same person who
prepares the checks also stamps the facsimile signature. Use of the
facsimile signature was not the issue.
Cm. Moffatt felt this might be a learning curve for the Audit
Commit tee o
Mr. Ambrose stated when we used to use 2 signatures, Staff often had
to chase people down and when we need a signature, we often times need
it right away. Using a facsimile stamp gives Staff more flexibility.
Cm. Houston commented that he thought the Audit was a clean report.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous
vote, the Council received the Final Financial Report and Annual Audit
Report for Fiscal Year 1992-93, directed that the Management Letter be
filed, and authorized year-end Supplemental appropriations .(330-50 &
310-30).
REQUEST FROM DUBLIN FINE ARTS FOUNDATION (DFA) (900-50)
Mayor Snyder announced that he would abstain from discussion and/or
vote on this item due to a conflict of interest.
Recreation Direct¢
to place a tempor~
their "Art in the
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)r Lowart advised that DFA is requesting permission
~ry work of art in the Civic Center Plaza as part of
Environment" program.
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Ms. Lowart advised that Staff recommended conditions that all
installations, including location, be approved by the Public Works
Department and that the Artist sign a waiver°
Lynne Baer thanked the Council for their support and reported that the
proposed artwork would be created by Jo Hansen and is titled "500
Reasons to Preserve the Earth". The work would include a ceremonial
gate and arcade that would be constructed completely with recyclable
materials collected in Dublin. Students from Dublin elementary
schools would be involved in creating the artwork which would be
installed the week of April llth, to coincide with Dublin Pride Week.
The installation would remain until June 30, 1994. Their intention to
achieve participation by the school children would be in a way that is
positive and promotes recycling.
Cm. Moffatt stated he felt this was a great idea. The City has
benefitted greatly from the works of art in the community. "Nature
Remains" was absolutely fabulous.
Mayor Pro Tempore Burton asked how the structure would be fastened so
that it doesn't get pushed over.
Ms. Baer stated it will be 9' tall in the front and will have 6" x 6"
beams with 4~ in between, so it will be like a box with beams across
the top. It should be solid. As with any project, however, it could
be damaged should someone choose to do this.
On motion of Cmo Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous
vote (Mayor Snyder abstained), the Council approved the request
subject to the recommended conditions.
Ms. Baer stated a second part of the upcoming program will be for
People who work at the Civic Center to design and decorate canvas bags
which will later be sold.
REQUEST FROM THE DUBLIN FINE ARTS FOUNDATION (DFA) (200-10)
Mayor Snyder announced that he would abstain from discussion and/or
vote on this item due to a conflict of interest.
Recreation Director Lowart advised that DFA has requested that the
City allow them free use of the Regional Meeting Room when they host
the Chamber of Commerce mixer on Thursday, February 24th. Staff
estimated the lost revenue would equal approximately $80, plus a $200
refundable Security Deposit. Groups must also provide evidence of
liability insurance covering bodily injury and property damage at a
minimum limit of $500,000 per occurrence.
Ms. Lowart advised since adoptiOn of the current Facility Use Policy
and Fee Schedule in January of 1993, the Council has waived use fees
for the Valley Volunteer Center and the Dublin Sister City
Association. The Dublin Sister City Association has since opted to
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hold their function elsewhere, but they thanked the Council for its
consideration.
Ms. Lowart stated DFA also plans on having the second installation of
the tile wall unveiled at this event°
Cm° Moffatt stated DFA has been very active in the City'and they have
done a considerable'amount of fundraising and this amount is a mere
pittance.
Mayor Pro Tempore Burton asked if the liability insurance is covered.
Ms. Lowart stated Staff will verify that this is in place°
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous
vote (Mayor Snyder abstained), the Council agreed to waive the use
fees for the Regional Meeting Room for the Dublin Fine Arts Foundation
to host the Chamber mixer°
PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE ADOPTING REGULATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE CABLE TELEVISION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT OF 199Z (1050-Z0)
Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing°
Assistant City Manager Rankin presented the Staff Report and advised
that the Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act of
1992 allows cable systems not subject to effective competition to be
regulated by franchising authorities such as cities. Cities may
regulate basic cable service rates, charges for related equipment and
may establish customer service standards that are consistent with FCC
regulations. Rates for premium channels and pay-per-view channels are
not regulated, but rates for all other cable programming (i.e.
Satellite Value package) are subject to regulation by the FCC.
Mr. Rankin stated the ordinance proposed for introduction would amend
Title 3, Chapter 20 of the Dublin Municipal Code, Cable Television and
Communication system, and adopt the detailed FCC regulations~
including customer service standards by reference.
Cm. Burton clarified that all this really does is to have cities work
together on the same regulations.
Mr. Ambrose pointed out that these become the City's regulations°
was his understanding that the City of San Ramon might be doing
something different from the other cities.
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Cm. Burton asked if this involved anything like the "must carry"
stations as there is a lot of talk coming down as a result of national
legislative acts°
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Staff advised that local regulations consistent with the FCC
regulations must be adopted within 120 days of certification, which
would mean that we must adopt the regulations by March 10, 1994.
Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Houston, and by unanimous
vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance, and
directed Staff to notify Viacom.
RULES OF CONDUCT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS (610-20)
City Clerk Kay Keck stated in December, Councilmember Houston
requested that the City Council consider at a future meeting, changing
the starting time for regular City Council meetings held on the 2nd
and 4th Mondays of each month to an earlier time.
Ms. Keck advised that if an earlier time were selected, consideration
would have to be given to the impact on the meetings of the Dublin
Housing Authority, which is scheduled to hold regular meetings on the
4th Monday of each month beginning at 6:30 pom. These meetings
typically last from 15 to 25 minutes. Another consideration would be
the annual meeting of Dublin Information, Inc., which the Bylaws call
to begin at 7:30 p.m. DII meetings are typically held at the
beginning of and just prior to City Council meetings, so a change in
the Bylaws would need to be prepared if the council changes the
starting time.
Ms. Keck advised that a draft Resolution had been prepared in the
eVent the Council desires to change the starting timer and explained
that it would be appropriate to provide direction on when the change
would become effective.
Cm. Houston stated his 3 reasons for making this request. 1) There
are some members of the City Staff that don't live in Dublin that must
come back at a later hour. 2) Every once in a while~ meetings run
late and if we started earlier, they might end earlier. 3) If the
meetings started earlier, we could get more people coming to the
meetings. He suggested that we at least move the meetings up to
6:30 p.m.
Cm. Houston made a motion, which was seconded by Cm. Burton, to start
City Council meetings at 6:30 p.m. He proposed that the Dublin
Housing Authority meetings be held earlier, or just prior to the
Council meetings.
Cm. Burton asked if Staff had a sense of when other Council meetings
in the area begin.
Staff responded that it was aware that at least one City Council in
the Valley starts their meetings at 7:00 p.m.
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Cm. Moffatt stated he saw the logic, but he took a survey and all 3
employees indicated they would rather see the time remain at 7:30 p.m.
Some of the regional meetings such as the Congestion Management Agency
start at 5:00 p.m., in Oakland, so there is no way to get back to
Dublin by 6:30 p.m. An earlier time would impact regional meetings
held on Mondays. He suggested as a compromise to ask people's opinion
through our quarterly newsletter.
Staff pointed out that the City no longer sends out a newsletter, as
this was one of the things cut from the Budget.
Cm. Houston stated he felt a majority of Staff would appreciate a time
change. It has never been tried and he realized change is hard to
come by around here°
Cm. Howard felt that most people don't want the meetings any earlier
than 7:00 p.mo It is difficult for some people out of the area to get
here by then because of traffic.
A1 Hunter stated he comes in from Alameda. A lot of people come in
from all over the Bay Area. While 7:00 p.m., wouldn't be too bad, he
didn't feel low attendance at City Council meetings was necessarily
due to the starting time. He is barely able to get here by 7:30 p.m.
Cm. Houston felt that if it is an important issue, people will be
here.
On a SUBSTITUTE motion by Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by
majority vote, the Council directed Staff to survey residents on their
opinion about this in the next Recreation Brochure.
Cm's Burton and Houston voted against this motion.
DUBLIN POLICE SERVICES 1993 CALENDAR YF~%RREPORT (580-60)
Police Chief Rose advised that Dublin Police Services annually
prepares a report which documents activities of the Police Department.
The report contains figures documenting police response to crimes
reported or detected within the City, police response relative to
traffic offenses and/or accidents, all programs regulated and/or
instituted by the police and compares the 1993 statistics with the
previous year.
Dublin Police Services is made up of 28 sworn personnel and 3.5
civilian positions.
Part I crimes, which include murder, rape, robbery, assault, burglary,
larceny, stolen vehicles and arson, increased by 7%. All other
offenses, including theft/larceny and other misdemeanor crimes
decreased by 23%. Overall crime statistics in the City of Dublin for
1993 showed an 11% decrease.
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Chief Rose explained that statistics are important in measuring the
workloadf but they are only one means of doing so. In reviewing the
past 5 years~ it becomes obvious that Officers of today are faced with
a more hostile and violent type of crime and criminals are more
transient.
Cm. Burton stated he noted that commercial burglaries were up somewhat
and asked if this was a cause and effect situation. Is there
something we are not doing that we could be doing?
Chief Rose responded that we have had a rash of window smashes. This
is a quick operation; theytre in and out very rapidly° There appears
to be no specific trend; unfortunately, it is all over the board.
Mayor Snyder asked if we could specificallY identify some cause and
effect relationship with the program that Rose Macias does out in the
community~ Do we know if this is effective?
Chief Rose stated a couple of situations came to mind. We had a
situation where people in an apartment complex notified them about
people breaking into cars. Residents banned together once they became
aware. He reminded the Council though that Rose Macias is bringing
this program back up to speed to get to where we were a year ago.
Cm. Moffatt asked what the explosive sales permits were.
Chief Rose stated he did not know the exact nature of the materials.
Cm. Moffatt asked if we were to increase the number of Police Staff
where we would put them.
Chief Rose felt it would be premature to say where we would use them.
He has a couple of suggestions that he is working on with the City
Manager. He is looking at the possibility of making a civilian
poSition from a badge person. In additionf he will be asking for 1
additional sworn position to analyze crime trends such as if we were
to have a rash of residential burglaries. He would also utilize them
in our bicycle patrol and expand this program.
Cm. Houston stated he has talked to some of the merchants who feel
this is a great program and they've indicated they like it.
Chief Rose stated right now we are only utilizing them at a minimal
time. We would hopefully expand to summer months.
Cmo Houston referenced an article in the Valley Times about
Proposition 172 funds allowing Livermore to increase the number of
cops by 3. He asked if we had looked at this program and if there
were any estimates on our amount of funds.
Mr. Ambrose advised that we don't get any Proposition 172 funds. We
are not eligible because we didn't lose any property tax money.
Chief Rose stated he believed they have unfilled positions.
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Cm. Burton asked if the definition of robbery and assault was changed
from 1989 to 1993o
Chief Rose stated the actual definition of Part I crimes and offenses
are defined by the Uniform Crime Reporting Code. The definition has
not been changed. Part II crime is simple assaults.
Mayor Snyder commented that this was a good report containing good
informatione
Tony Del Conte, a Dublin resident stated in Hayward in 1952 there was
an Officer Bates who went into the schools and talked to the kids and
this did a lot of good° He had a kid who was 13 who was a little
rough. Officer Bates talked to the kids who were about to get their
driver's license. We should do something similar if we get any
additional officers in Dublin. Stop the crime before it is created.
He had no complaints about the officers in Dublin and felt they are
doing a good job.
Chief Rose thanked him for his comments and advised that he knew
Officer Bates quite well.
PROPOSED CHANGE IN PROVIDERS OF INSURANCE BENEFITS
LIFE, ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D)
AND LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) (720-10)
Assistant to the City Manager Texeira advised that the City's
independent insurance broker recently conducted a market survey of
comparable Life/AD&D and LTD carriers and identified another insurance
carrier who can provide comparable insurance coverage for City
employees at a lower cost. The proposed provider will guarantee the
rates for 3 years. Based on 1993-94 payroll estimates, the City would
annually save approximately $1,428.
Cm. Houston asked who the City's broker is and where they are located.
Ms. Texeira responded that it is Alexander & Alexander in San
Francisco.
Cm. Moffatt stated he thought this was a good way to save money.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous
vote, the Council authorized the City Manager to execute the necessary
documents to change Life/AD&D and LTD insurance carriers.
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REVISIONS TO PERSONNEL SYSTEM (700-20)
Assistant to the City Manager Texeira advised that in accordance with
the City's Personnel Rules, each year salary ranges are reviewed based
on market conditions determined by a comprehensive survey of
comparable positions in similar agencies. Recommended salary range
adjustments for this year range from a decrease of .57% to an increase
of 5.41% and are based on the average of the agencies surveyed.
Ms. Texeira indicated that there was apparently some misunderstandings
particularly on the part of one of the local newspapers, about how the
City's pay for performance system works. Inaccurate information was
published. She explained that under this system, all movement within
the salary range is based on an employee's performance. The proposed
modifications to the Salary Plan do not automatically increase actual
salaries.
Cm. Burton stated he felt it is not appropriate at this time to talk
about raises. He felt the City is already providing pretty well for
Staff and this is not the time to increase salaries.
Cm. Moffatt stated the Council lifted the salary freeze and this falls
within the current percentage with the cost of living increases.
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by majority
vote, the Council adopted
RESOLUTION NOo 17 - 94
ESTABLISHING A S&L~RY PLAN FOR FULL-TIME PERSONNEL
IN ~CCORDANCE WITH THE PERSONNEL RULES
Cm.'s Burton and Houston voted against this motion.
SIDEW/~LK REPAIR POLICY AND PROCEDURES (820-40)
Public works Director Thompson presented the Staff Report and
indicated that in the past, the CitY has repaired hazardous sidewalks
at City cost. Last Fiscal Year, the City Council directed Staff to
prepare a draft policy that would require the property owners to pay
for the cost of these repairs in FY 1993-94. Staff was now requesting
direction from the Council to either reaffirm its most recent
direction, or to restore the prior policy, or some combination of the
two policies.
Mr. Thompson advised that if the Council directs that the City again
assume these costs, the estimated annual cost would be $50,000. If
the Council reaffirms the policy to have property owners be
responsible for these costs, additional Staff time would be involved
in order to administer the program.
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Cm. Houston felt we should reinstate City paid repairs at least for
this year° If we can't afford it next year, we can review it again.
This year, we have the money.
Cm. Burton said in going over the different ways the cities address
this problem, most of them have a process where property owners pay,
but he felt a 50/50 split is a good idea. He liked the option that
property owners 62 years old can have it added as a lien and paid off
at the time the property changes ownership° He felt that inspection
time should be part of the program and not added to the billo
Cmo Howard questioned the legal responsibility and asked who is
liable, a property owner or the City if we don't repair a sidewalk°
Mr. Ambrose advised that the City is paying for the trip and fall
claims now, even with our program.
Mr. Rankin stated attorneys look for who can pay.
Cm. Houston felt no matter what we do, this will continue.
Cm. Moffatt stated he liked the idea of having people buy into the
program. They will take more interest.
Cm. Houston felt the problem with a 50/50 split is do we want to
create another program for Staff. Are we really saving any money?
Mr. Rankin pointed out that trying to bill and collect from individual
accounts adds substantially to the Finance Department's work load.
Ms. Silver advised that it would be necessary also, to go through a
public hearing process to put a lien on a property. She Stated the
City is typically sued if there are trips and falls.
Cm. Houston stated he felt Staff has bigger fish to fry and looking at
everybody's sidewalk for $30 or $60 wasn't appropriate.
Mayor Snyder gave an historical perspective and advised that when we
incorporated, we had resources that we never had before. The
community looks and functions a lot differently than when we were
under the County. He looked at this as a gift that we've been able to
give to the community all these years. He was personally now in favor
of property owners now assuming this responsibility° We have brought
it up to a good level and the law says it is basically their
responsibility.
Cm. Burton stated the amount of fees and permits are equivalent to
50%. With the encroachment fee and inspection fee, an individual
would be better off having the City do the work and just pay the one
half. We should eliminate the permit process and allow residents to
pay for their share. This will take some Staff time, but in the long
run it could work. The City doesn't have to do anything, but because
we have funded it in the past, this should receive some consideration.
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Cmo Houston made a motion, which was seconded by Cm. Howard for the
City to fund the sidewalk repair program this fiscal year° This
motion was defeated due to NO votes cast by Cmo'S Burton and Moffatt
and Mayor Snyder.
Tony Del Conte, Rhoda Avenue addressed the Council and using offensive
and totally inappropriate language for a public meeting, expressed his
concern about where people will get the money. He stated he pays
about $2,000 for taxes already Everybody uses the sidewalks, so the
homeowner should not have to pay for the sidewalk. He is 80 years old
and stated he was very upset. Not many kids today are able to buy a
house. We should put the welfare people to work instead of allowing
them to just sit on their butts. He wanted to know where this will
end. He stated at one time he was in the top ten in the masonry
business and has done a lot of contracting around this area.
Mayor Snyder suggested he appear before the Board of Supervisors
tomorrow morning and express his concerns about the welfare system.
The law of 1911 says property owners are responsible for the sidewalk.
Through the kindness of the City Council, the City agreed to pay for
this and has for all these years° It is now time for property owners
to assume this responsibility°
Cm. Burton made a motion, which was seconded by Cmo Moffatt for the
CitY to participate with the propertyownerso The property owners may
complete the repairs themselves or have the City do the repairs and
pay half. There would be a $1,000 cap, and property owners 62+ years
of age can have the costs and interest added as a lien. Inspector's
time should be part of the program and not added to the bill.
Following discussion, Cm. Burton and Cm. Moffatt agreed to add to the
motion that rentals and businesses are 100% responsible for repair
costs. This motion was defeated dUe to NO votes cast by Cm.'s Houston
and Howard and Mayor Snyder.
Mr. Rankin advised that Staff would need to verify with the Alameda
County Tax Collector on the lien that they have a way of doing this.
Ms. Silver clarified that while this would not change our Ordinance,
it will change the policy and Staff would need to check into the 62+
stipulation to see if this is workable in this County.
On motion of Cmo Houston, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by majority
vote, the Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. L8 - 94
ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR THE REPAIR OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
DEEMED TO BE PEDESTRIAN HAZARDS
(CITY-FUNDED REPAIR PROGRA~ FOR FISCAL YEAR 1993-94)
Cm° Moffatt and Mayor Snyder voted against this motion.
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REGIONAL FIRE SERVICES STUDY/TWIN VALLEY FIRE SERVICE PROJECT (540-70)
City Manager Ambrose advised that in September of 1993, the Alameda
County Fire Chiefs' Association concluded that the present system of
fire service delivery in the County should be examined for the purpose
of achieving much greater regional coordination among the now separate
fire departments° A committee comprised of city managers and city and
county fire chiefs has developed a work plan for an Alameda County
Regional Fire Service Delivery Study°
Mr. Ambrose advised that if there is sufficient support for the study
among the cities, the County Administrator has indicated that the
County will consider funding the cost of the effort. The results
would not be binding on either the County or cities, but rather, would
provide a common framework for discussing options to the current
organization of our County's fire service system.
The study would be conducted in 3 phases. Phase I would be a
comprehensive survey of existing fire service programs in Alameda
County (i.e. stations, equipment, personnel, wage and benefit
structure, costs, existing intergovernmental arrangements, etc.).
Phase II would be identification, description and analysis of other
"regional service delivery models". Phase III would be an analysis of
the specific application of one or more regional models to Alameda
County. Phase III will only be undertaken after reporting back to the
cities and the County on the results of Phases I and Iio
For some time, the City Managers of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and
San Ramon have been working with the Pleasanton, Livermore and
Dougherty Regional Fire Authority Fire Chiefs to identify and evaluate
alternatives to maintain and/or improve the deliVery of fire service
to our respective communities by jointly providing some or all fire
services.
The County Administrator and County Fire Chief have recently been
included in these discussions, since the County provides fire service
to the unincorporated areas adjacent to our communities. This group
believes it is necessary to have an independent consultant experienced
in fire studies assist the agencies in identifying and evaluating
joint service options and to determine the operational practicality
and fiscal implications of these options. This project would be more
specific to the Valley than the Regional Study and would provide more
specific information regarding potential cost savings to Valley
agencies°
Mr. Ambrose advised that recently the Davis Company was requested to
present a proposal to the Cities and the County. Their proposed cost
for this project is $26,500 which would be split 4 ways ($6,625 per
agency) between Alameda County, Pleasanton, Livermore and DRFA.
Dublin's estimated share of the DRFA cost would be about $3,975.
Mr. Ambrose advised that participation in this project will be
presented to the DRFA Board of Directors on February 15, 1994.
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Cm. Burton asked if we smell consolidation here.
Mr. Ambrose stated this is certainly one of the issues that would be
identified. The main focus, however, is how can we save money and
provide at leaSt the same or better level of service.
Fire Chief Karl Diekman addressed the Council and stated the objective
is not to consolidate, but they are concerned about their ability to
continue to serve in the best way possible and keep up with technology
and to have borderless responses° He recognized the need for local
control and the issues connected to this.
Mr. Ambrose stated the study could show that there might be some
functional areas where we can consolidate.
Cm. Burton expressed concern that we are at the lower end of the
pecking order.
Cm. Houston asked if one of the issues to be looked at is the idea
that everybody doesn't necessarily need every piece of equipment.
Chief Diekman stated big pieces of equipment cost hundreds of
thousands of dollars, plus they cost a lot of money to operate. They
feel there is some potential for great savings. He discussed the use
in the USA of national level of threads on fire hoses and that there
are a lot of other little differences even here in the Valley. They
have gone about as far as they can go as Fire Chiefs and this study
will help identify options.
Cm. Burton felt it is a good idea to find out what we can do.
Cm. Moffatt questioned why there had to be 2 sets of consultants.
Chief Diekman stated the same consultants would be used for both
studies. The firm we will be using is well recognized as leaders in
fire service areas. We would use the same consultant, but it would be
different projects.
Mayor Snyder stated all the hard work Chief Diekman had done since
coming here was certainly appreciated.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Houston, and by unanimous
vote, the Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 19 - 94
ENDORSING A CITY & COUNTY
REGIONAL FIRE SERVICE DELIVERY STUDY
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FORMATION OF "WHEELS ACCESSIBLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (1060-20)
ASsistant City Manager Rankin advised that the Livermore-Amador Valley
Transit Authority (LAVTA) is seeking comments related to proposed
revisions to the Bylaws of the Paratransit Advisory Committee which
stem from requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The Paratransit Advisory Committee is currently composed of 7 members;
4 from Livermore and 3 from Dublin. The new Bylaws would change the
committee to include 2 members each from Livermore, Pleasanton and
Dublin, and 1 member from Alameda County. Each City and the County
would have 1 alternate.
Mr. Rankin indicated that this change in the BylawS would not change
the level of service provided to Dublin residents.
Mayor Snyder stated the biggest thing is that paratransit is changing
rapidly under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Unfortunately, the
ADA doesn't come with any money. Both he and Cm. Moffatt are very
cognizant about the attempt to erode the fixed route system. We need
to be alert and need good representation in this regard. We don't
want to deny anyone any level of service. There is a strong desire to
go beyond what is required and to provide a level of service that
might not be appropriate°
Cm. Moffatt stated they will need representation from the handicapped
and 'senior citizens community° Pleasanton is coming in basically to
the paratransit group so we have to make room for them and modify the
advisory committee accordingly.
'Mayor Snyder advised that appointments would be people out in the
community who utilize the service. Regional service will be coming in
the future. You won't be able to tell when you are in one territory
or another and you won't be able to tell a difference in the service
level.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Houston, and by unanimous
vote, the Council approved the adoption of the amended Bylaws.
OTHER BUSINESS
Upcoming Meeting Reminder (610-05)
Mr. Ambrose repOrted that the Livermore Valley Leadership Group will
be meeting on February 16th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the Pleasanton
Fairgrounds in the Board of Director's room. The meeting is "come one
come all".
Ms. Silver stated if 3 of the Councilmembers plan to attend, Staff
should notice the meeting as a special meeting.
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Liaison Committee Meeting With School District (610-05)
Mr. Ambrose stated a letter had been received frOm the Dublin Unified
School District Board President regarding their interest in having the
liaison committee meet again. Mr. Anaclerio indicated that crossing
guards is not at the top of the list, but there are a number of issues
they want to discuss. They prefer to meet late in the afternoon.
Cm.'s Houston and Howard indicated they would be available on any
afternoon, March 8th, 9th, 10th or llth.
Restructurinq Government (610-05)
Cm. Moffatt passed around a paper from the East Bay Division of the
League of California cities on how to streamline government. He would
like to get copies to everyone and have commentS back before the next
meeting. They are looking for input from cities.
Mayor Snyder stated ABAG is doing a program on reorganization of
government at their next General Assembly. This should help us to
start looking at all these things.
Fireworks (650-60)
Cm. Burton stated he had recently had a discussion with Col. Nelson,
Camp Parks, who said if the City wanted to put on its own fireworks
display, we could use their property.
Cm. Burton felt if we had a program to let people set off their
fireworks out there, this would take the pressure off Dublin and
Pleasanton and provide an outlet and would be fun. It could be part
of their community service°
Mr. Ambrose stated he also spoke to Col. Nelson who said he was
excited about the celebration, but concernedabout people shooting off
fireworks. If the City did it, that's~another thing.
Cm. Burton felt we could put in as part of the fee for selling
fireworks to include the clean up for a community event.
Mayor Snyder stated he was upset that after every 4th of July he gets
lots of calls from Pleasanton people saying they can buy them here in
Dublin, so why can't they use them here.
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CLOSED SESSION
At 9:40 p.mo~ the Council recessed to a closed session to discuss
Pending Litigation (640-30) in accordance with Government Code Section
54956.9(a): 1) Dublin vs. Pleasanton, Case NOo VL-007073-9; and 2)
Butler VSo City of Dublin~ San Mateo County Case No. 385533.
~%D~OURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
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