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A regular meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, August 3,2004, in
the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at
7:03 p.m., by Mayor Lockhart.
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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers McCormick, Oravetz, Sbranti, Zika and Mayor Lockhart.
ABSENT: None.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance to the flag was recited by the Council, Staff and those present.
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PROCLAMATION DECLARING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2004, AS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
7:04 p.m. 3.1 (610-50)
Mayor Lockhart read a proclamation declaring Tuesday, August 3,2004, as National
Night Out in Dublin and called upon all citizens of Dublin to join the Dublin Police
Services in supporting the 21 sf Annual National Night Out.
Police Chief Gary Thuman accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Dublin Police
Services and encouraged the public to attend the event.
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PRESENTATION ON PROGRAMS
OFFERED BY THE PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
7:06 p.m. 3.2 (950-50)
Parks & Community Services Manager Paul McCreary presented the Staff Report and
advised that the Parks and Community Services Department promotes and supports high
quality of life in Dublin through people, parks and programs. This is accomplished by
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developing and implementing quality programs that strengthen community image,
provide recreational experiences, encourage healthy lifestyles and preserve the City's
heritage. During the past fiscal year, the number of participants in the Department's
programs continued to increase, as they have for the past five years.
The Council thanked him for the excellent presentation.
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7:05 p.m.
Rosalind Rogoff, San Ramon resident, announced that she intended to run for the Dublin
San Ramon Services District Board of Directors in the November 2, 2004 General
Municipal Election. Although she is a San Ramon resident, DSRSD is a joint County
agency.
John T. Collins, Sr., Dublin resident, spoke about poor traffic signal timing along Dublin
Boulevard, advising that he had heard comments which make him think the poor timing
was purposeful. He referred to the newly adopted Mission, Vision and Values Statements
and advised that they were not his visions for Dublin. He encouraged the citizens of
Dublin not to vote for any of the incumbents in the November elections.
David Haubert, Dublin resident, thanked the Council for inviting him to participate in
the upcoming Camp Parks Charrette workshop and advised that he was looking forward
to the process. It's a great way to include the public in the planning process.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
7:20 p.m. Items 4.1 through 4.11
On motion of Cm. Sbranti, seconded by Cm. Oravetz and by unanimous vote, the Council
took the following actions:
Adopted (4.2 600-60)
RESOLUTION NO. 153 - 04
APPROVING THE IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
WITH DR SCHOOLS, LLC, FOR KOHNEN WAY IN DUBLIN RANCH AREA F
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Received (4.3 320-30) City Treasurer's Investment Report for 4th Quarter 2003-2004;
Adopted (4.4 600-30)
RESOLUTION NO. 154 - 04
APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES
WITH KIMLEY -HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
Accepted (4.5 600-35) improvements under Contract No. 03-02, Traffic Signal at
Central Parkway and Tassajara Creek and authorized the release of retention after 35
days if there are no subcontractor claims;
Adopted (4.6 1020-30)
RESOLUTION NO. 155 - 04
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO AMEND UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT 2003-01
ON DOUGHERTY ROAD FROM DUBLIN BOULEVARD TO SIERRA LANE AND ON
DUBLIN BOULEVARD FROM DUBLIN COURT TO DOUGHERTY ROAD TO ADD
SCARLETI COURT FROM DUBLIN BOULEVARD TO A POINT 700 FEET SOUTH ON
SCARLETI COURT
and set Public Hearing dates of September 7, 2004 and September 21, 2004, for
consideration of an Ordinance amending Underground Utility District 2003-01 to
include a portion of Scarlett Court;
Approved (4.7 600-40) Contract for Services with Alameda County Library for a total
contract cost of $468,981;
Adopted (4.8 600-30)
RESOLUTION NO. 156 - 04
APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE ZAHN GROUP, INC., FOR DESIGN AND PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR CIVIC CENTER ROOF REPAIR, EVIDENCE STORAGE
VENTILATION, AND BAY AREA AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT PERMITIING
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Adopted (4.10 600-30)
RESOLUTION NO. 157 - 04
APPROVING THE SELECTION OF MUNIFINANCIAL, INC.,
TO CONDUCT A FISCAL STUDY
and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement in an amount not to exceed $15,000;
Approved (4.11 300-40) the Warrant Register in the amount of $7,702,033.32.
Vm. Zika puIled Item 4.17 referred to page 360 of the Minutes ofthejuly 2072004
Council meeting and expressed concerned about his opposing vote to the motion
regarding the Tralee project not showing in the minutes. TypicaIly the name of the
Councilmember making the opposing vote is reflected in the minutes.
Mayor Lockhart advised that the motion included several actions and Vm. Zika~
opposing vote was noteci, by name7 at the end of the entire motion on page 361. The
minutes were correct as presented.
On motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. McCormick and by unanimous vote, the City
Council approved (4.1) Minutes of Regular Meeting of July 6, 2004 and Regular Meeting
of July 20, 2004.
Mayor Lockhart puIled Item 4.97 SWA Group Consultant Selection for Specific Plan
Amendment Preparation of the Eastern Dublin Property Owner Area.
Cm. Sbranti asked if potential environmental issues would be looked at7 especially in light
of recent court decisions regarding tiger salamanders.
Senior Planner Andy Hyde advised that, as part of the environmental document
certification for this llre87 one of the specific mitigation measures was to do a thorough
analysis7 Resource Management Plan (RMP) is looking at those environmental issues.
Staff has worked with the Consultant for 14 months on the RMP. The recent court case
listing the tiger salamander as a threatened species was always anticipated and has
already been included in the RMP.
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City Manager Kichard Ambrose advised that Staff anticipated bringing the RMP to
Council for review in September 2004.
Mayor Lockhart asked who was designing the plan and who was reviewing it?
Mr. Hyde advised that the Applicant will be designing the project, using another
landscape architecture and engineering firm to come up with an overall land plan, and
then specific development for their portion of the property. SWA will be reviewing that,
as well as taking a specific look at the center portion of the property, which currently
does not have an active participant property owner.
On motion of Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Vm. Zika and by unanimous vote, the
Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 158 - 04
APPROVING CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH
CONSULTANT (SWA GROUP) FOR ASSISTING WITH THE LAND PLANNING OF THE
EASTERN DUBLIN PROPERTIES OWNERS AREA
and authorized City Manager to execute the Agreement not to exceed $100,000.
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PUBLIC HEARING
CONSIDERATION OF APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION
DENIAL OF PA 03...023, HITES/DUBLIN CROWN CHEVROLET CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AT 6670 AMADOR PLAZA ROAD
7:26 p.m. 6.1 (410-30)
Mayor Lockhart opened the public hearing.
Associate Planner Pierce Macdonald presented the Staff Report and advised that
Applicants Andras and George Hites were appealing a decision of the Planning
Commission denying a Conditional Use Permit request to amend Planning Development
PA 96-043 to allow an automobile/vehicle storage lot in a private parking lot in the
office complex owned by HHH Investment Company at 6670 Amador Plaza Road. Since
the Planning Commission's denial, the Applicants have requested to change the project
description by reducing the term of the Conditional Use Permit from 5 years to 2 years,
and reduce the number of cars and trucks to be stored at the site from 120 vehicles to 77.
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Ms. Macdonald noted that two letters and a petition had been received from several
surrounding businesses requesting that the City Council uphold the Planning
Commission's denial of the Conditional Use Permit. The correspondence received raised
the following issues: the proposed use was incompatible with the existing office
development; the existing parking lot was designed and intended for guest and tenant
parking, not vehicles storage; and that a large number of new vehicles at the site would
encourage theft and vandalism.
Cm. Oravetz asked if the Council could consider the proposed changes to the CUP
because the Planning Commission had not heard them.
City Manager Ambrose advised that the Council could consider the new proposal as a
potential modification to the Planning Commission's decision.
City Attorney Elizabeth Silver concurred.
Cm. Sbranti clarified that, procedurally, the Council could potentially make a motion to
reverse the Planning Commission's decision with modifications to the CUP as presented
at this meeting.
City Attorney Silver concurred.
George Hites, the Appellant, indicted that a dental lab used to be in the location, which
generated much more traffic then the proposed project. There is a car dealership next
door to their proposed lot, and he did not understand the difference from their proposal.
The proposed 2 year permit is optional and they would be willing to go on a month to
month basis. The new layout is favoring his neighbors, so they can actually park on his
property. They are not currently parking on their neighbors' property and never have.
They are parking on their empty lot which they are paying taxes on but not getting any
income on it. Hopefully the Council will reconsider the denial and look at it reasonably.
Aldo Guidotti, neighboring property owner, distributed a map of the area and advised
that this has always been an office complex with reciprocal parking and ingress/egress
covenants and conditions that are still in effect. The area is well-established with
mature trees and landscaping surrounding the complex. When his tenants complained
to him about the long-term vehicle storage, he called the City. Staff advised him that it
was a violation of the Ordinance. The Applicant should have gotten a CUP before
starting to store vehicles. His tenants have a legitimate complaint. Storage of cars is
almost an industrial use. This CUP would be inconsistent with the surrounding uses, and
his property manager advised that he will have difficulty renting out his property if this
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CUP is granted. He urged the Council to affirm the Planning Commission's decision to
deny the CUP.
Mayor Lockhart closed the public hearing.
Cm. Oravetz advised that would vote to uphold the Planning Commission's decision
because the CC&R's for that area clearly state that vehicle storage is not a permitted use.
That area should not be used for vehicle storage.
Vm. Zika concurred.
Cm. McCormick expressed interest in a compromise, such as temporary use for less than
two years until that particular area was settled.
Mayor Lockhart stated that she was not interested in a temporary use because the
surrounding businesses do not feel this is a compatible use. The proposed use would be
encroaching on the existing businesses, and the uses are starting to blur. The Planning
Commission's decision was appropriate. Parking is a problem parking in the downtown
area and that responsibility falls on businesses that have a large number of autos. As car
dealerships grow, they need to look at their property and how they can accommodate
vehicles on their own property.
Cm. Sbranti agreed with the Mayor's comments and stated that the proposed use does not
fit with the vision for that area. There is a lot of activity in that area which will
spearhead even better activity, and he would not like to see anything that would impede
that progress.
On motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Oravetz and by unanimous vote, the Council
adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 159 - 04
AFFIRMING THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION TO DENY
THE HITES/DUBLIN CROWN CHEVROLET CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO AMEND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PA 96-043
TO ALLOW AUTOMOBILE/VEHICLE STORAGE LOTS
AT 6670 AMADOR PLAZA ROAD, PA 03-023
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PUBLIC HEARING
ESTABLISH ULTIMATE RIGHT -OF- WAY LINES
FOR TASSAJARA ROAD AND FALLON ROAD
7:53 p.m. 6.2 (820-90)
Mayor Lockhart opened the public hearing.
Senior Civil Engineer Michael Stella presented the Staff Rep:Jrt and advised that this was
the second reading of an Ordinance to adopt Ultimate Right-of-Way Lines for Tassajara
Road and Fallon Road for the future widening of Tassajara Road to six lanes and the
future northern extension of Fallon Road to four lanes pursuant to Dublin Municipal
Code Chapter 7.68 and Mitigation Measure 3.3/14.0 of the Eastern Specific Plan
Environmental Impact Report. The Ordinance would be recorded at the County
Recorder's Office as an encumbrance against each property to ensure that existing
property owners or future buyers of property are aware of the right-of-way reservation.
No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Lockhart closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. McCormick, seconded by Cm. Oravetz and by unanimous vote, the
Council waived the reading and adopted
ORDINANCE NO. 21 - 04
TO ESTABLISH ULTIMATE RIGHT-OF-WAY LINES
FOR TASSAJARA ROAD AND FALLON ROAD
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PUBLIC HEARING
TRALEE PROJECT PD REZONE WITH STAGE 1 AND 2 DEVELOPMENT PLAN
7:56 p.m. 6.3 (600-60/450-30)
Mayor Lockhart opened the public hearing.
Planning Manager Jeri Ram presented the Staff Rep:Jrt and advised that this is the second
reading of an Ordinance which would approve a Stage 1 and 2 Development Plan for the
1 0.61-acre site located at Dublin Boulevard and Dougherty Road. Approval of the PD
Rezone would provide for a mixed -use project that includes construction of residential
townhouse-style condominium units on a 104,000 square foot existing
retail! commercial building.
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Mike Banducci, Bancor Properties, advised that they are receiving excited comments
from the public regarding this project. Many people have contacted them to live at or
have businesses there. He has talked to the existing furniture store owner regarding
complaints about their signage.
Mayor Lockhart asked if Room with a Cue would be relocating.
Mr. Banducci advised that they don't have a spot yet, but are working with them to find a
location nearby. Room with a Cue has been a great tenant and an asset to the
community .
Cm. Sbranti suggested that Staff work with Room with a Cue to find an alternate location.
They have a good clientele and are an asset to the community.
Mayor Lockhart agreed and advised that the Economic Development Director was
working with them.
Mayor Lockhart closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Oravetz, seconded by Cm. McCormick and by majority vote (Vm. Zika
opposed), the Council waived the reading and adopted
ORDINANCE NO. ZZ - 04
AMENDING TIlE ZONING MAP TO REZONE PROPERTY
AND APPROVING A RELATED STAGE 1 And 2 DEVELOPMENf PLAN
FOR TIlE TRALEE PROJECT, PA 02-062
Vm. Zika advised that it was a beautiful project, but in the wrong location. He opposed
the motion.
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AUTHORIZATION TO SOLICIT BIDS - CONTRACT NO. 04-08
VILLAGE PARKWAY SIDEWALK WIDENING AND UGHTlNG IMPROVEMENTS
8:01 p.m. 7.1 (600-35)
Public Works Director Melissa Morton presented the Staff Report and advised that Staff
has completed the construction documents necessary to solicit bids and is asking the
Council to authorize Staff to advertise the project for bids. Letters have been sent to the
property owners and businesses informing them of the project and inviting them to
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become involved in a "Committee of Owners" that will provide input to City Staff during
construction of the project. A list of volunteer committee members will be presented to
the Council at the approval of the contract award prior to construction. Meanwhile,
Staff would be implementing a construction plan, which would minimize inconveniences
to businesses, pedestrians and motorists.
Vm. Zika asked if there would be rubberized sidewalks.
Ms. Morton advised no, different design treatments would be used.
Cm. Sbranti asked if the illumination of the street would be at the same level.
Ms. Morton indicated that illumination would be greater and more inviting to make the
area more pedestrian friendly. It is meant to be a beautiful streetscape.
Cm. McCormick agreed that it would be a showplace in the Downtown, and asked if a
couple of Heritage trees could be planted.
Ms. Morton indicated that seven new trees, chosen to assure uniformity in the
streetscape, would be planted.
City Manager Ambrose advised that certain trees were chosen because they had shallow
roots that would not lift the sidewalks.
The Council discussed the proposed Committee of Owners and agreed it was an excellent
idea.
On motion of Cm. Sbranti, seconded by Vm. Zika and by unanimous vote, the Council
authorized solicitation of bids for Contract No. 04-08, Village Parkway Sidewalk
Widening and Lighting Improvements.
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CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE
DONLON WAY HISTORIC AREA DESIGN GUIDELINES
8:06 p.m. 7.2 (600-30)
Associate Planner Kristi Bascom presented the Staff Report and advised that in October
2003, the Council adopted an interim development moratorium for property in the
greater Donlon Way Area in order to prevent construction that could negatively impact
the anticipated historical area planning work. On January 20, 2004, the Council
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adopted Ordinance 02-04 approving a one-year extension to the development
moratorium in order to give the City time to prepare and adopt a specific plan, together
with design guidelines, to protect and preserve the historical resources in the area. As
part of the steps outlined in Ordinance 02-04, Staff has interviewed and is
recommending a contract be awarded to RBF Consultants for $40,000 to prepare Design
guidelines for the Donlon Way Historic Area.
Mayor Lockhart referred to Step 1, Project Initiation, and suggested that a representative
from the Dublin Heritage Preservation Association be invited to participate in the study
sessIon.
Cm. Sbranti asked for clarification on the term "themed design style" vs. "architectural
elements."
Ms. Bascom clarified that the intent would be to develop design guidelines to look at the
historic building still in the area, as well as buildings no longer there, and pull in
architectural elements that are representative of the area and make sure that any new
development contains those elements.
Mayor Lockhart asked if the blue building on the corner of Hansen and Dublin Boulevard
was considered themed? She was still having difficultly with the difference between
"themed" and "architectural elements."
Ms. Bascom advised that the blue building was relatively new but designed to look
historic.
Cm. McCormick explained that the area could, for example, have an old western theme,
but wouldn't have a particular element. With architectural elements, every building
could be different, but have a historical look to it.
The Council discussed using architectural elements instead of a theme to give the desired
historical flavor yet allow for some flexibility.
On motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Oravetz and by unanimous vote, the Council
adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 160 - 04
APPROVING A CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,000
WITH RBF CONSULTING (RBF) TO PREPARE DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR THE DONLON
WAY HISTORIC AREA
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and authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
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AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE A CONSULTING AGREEMENT
AND PARTNERSHIP WITH TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS,
THE CONTRACT SERVICES DIVISION OF
CHABOT-LAS POSIT AS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
TO ASSIST IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE DUBLIN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
8:13 p.m. 8.1 (600-40)
Assistant City Manager Joni Pattillo presented the Staff Report and advised that as part of
the 2004-05 Goals & Objectives Program, one of the high priorities the City Council
adopted was the development of a Dublin Leadership Academy. The goal is to implement
a 12-week program designed to education, to recruit future Dublin leaders and to
encourage community involvement at all levels. Training and Development Solutions
would work with City Staff to create and implement the course curriculum.
Cm. Oravetz asked where the classes would be held.
Ms. Pattillo advised that the classes would be held at the Dublin Library.
Cm. Sbranti asked about the cost to participants.
Ms. Pattillo advised that the academy would be free of charge. This is a groundbreaking
class for Dublin and Staff did not want to create any artificial barriers that would prevent
people that live or work in Dublin from participating.
Cm. McCormick stated that she had a problem in terms of the scope to actual leadership
training. As proposed, it is more like Government 101 and how the city operates. It
doesn't address leadership skills, the core values of leadership and how to be a leader.
The program should not be held up, but actual leadership training needs to be included.
She would like to be included in the curriculum development and decision-making
process.
Ms. Pattillo advised that, with Consultant Todd Plate's experience, those components
might be able to be incorporated very easily.
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Cm. Oravetz agreed that "Leadership Academy" might be the wrong title if leadership
was not included. He envisioned components on public speaking, campaigning, etc., to
encourage and develop future leaders of Dublin.
Cm. Sbranti stated that the proposed program had many good elements, but there were
many ways to enhance it. For example, ethics training, Brown Act and Roberts Rules of
Order, etc. Another possible element would be a session on the history of Dublin,
including its recent past and how we got to where we are now. A component on active
community groups, not just City Commissions and Committees, which are in need of
future leadership and involvement should be added.
Vm. Zika stated that he liked the outline, but the title was wrong. The outline is what he
envisioned from the beginning; people understanding how a City functioned. Anyone
can go to Toastmasters for public speaking, and Las Positas College for courses on ethics,
leadership, etc. The initial course should be done now and refinements could be
incorporated into subsequent classes. Timing is critical because two Councilmembers
will be termed out in 2006.
Ms. Pattillo indicated that class time will be augmented with assignments, which could
include those areas of concern voiced by the Council. Refinements will be incorporated
into subsequent classes.
City Manager Ambrose advised that class time was limited. Threads of the
Councilmember suggestions could be incorporated, but significant amounts of time
cannot be allocated. There may be the opportunity in follow-up academies to spend
more time on those topics.
Mayor Lockhart stated that the framework was good to start with, but there are ways in
just teaching the class to help people develop their leadership skills. Staff and the
Consultant will bring that out. There shouldn't be just a series of 12 lectures; people
would not attend. Integrity and ethics, etc., issues could be interwoven into the topics. It
would also be important to relate the topics on a regional basis, so the students can see
the big picture on how Dublin fits into the entire area. She suggested that Cm.
McCormick be added to the Planning Committee to take a look at the curriculum before
it's finalized.
Mr. Ambrose stated the program would start on September 30th; however, the entire
curriculum would not be developed prior to the kickoff. Staff had not intended to bring
back the entire curriculum to the Council for consideration.
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Mayor Lockhart suggested having a Committee meeting, including Cm. McCormick, in
the very near future to discuss feedback. Perhaps the Committee could provide the
Council with updates on the curriculum as it develops.
The Council and Staff discussed potential curriculum content.
Cm. Sbranti agreed that the course should be offered at no charge. This would be an
opportunity inclusive to everyone, not just those who are self-sufficient.
Mayor Lockhart expressed her excitement about working with Chabot-Las Positas
College on this project.
On motion of Cm. Oravetz, seconded by Cm. Sbranti and by unanimous vote, the Council
authorized the City Manager to negotiate a contract with Training and Development
Solutions, a division of Chabot-Las Positas Community College District, for an amount
not to exceed $8,400 to assist in the development and implementation of the Dublin
Leadership Academy; authorized Staff to acknowledge the partnership through the
placement on all marketing materials that Dublin Leadership Academy is being delivered
"In partnership with Todd M. Plate, Esquire and Training and Development Solutions, a
division of the Chabot-Las Positas Community College District;" and added Cm.
McCormick to the Planning Committee.
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REPORT ON ALTAMONT LANDfiLL "
RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY OPEN SPACE ADVISORY COMMIITEE
8:37 p.m. 8.2 (530-40)
Parks & Community Services Director Diane Lowart presented the Staff Report and
advised that one of the high priority City Council goals for Fiscal Year 2003-2004 was to
"work with Alameda County Open Space Advisory Committee to establish open space
acquisition priorities." The Draft Criteria and Application for Funding have not yet been
adopted by the Advisory Committee. Instead the Advisory Committee has suggested that
each City review and comment on what is proposed. Therefore, Staff recommended that
the Council receive the report and provide input on the Criteria for Use of Altamont
Open Space Funds and the Application for Funding.
Mayor Lockhart advised that she is the City's representative to the Advisory Committee,
but is a non-voting member. She has a unique position in that she can comment on the
discussion; however, Dublin must work closely with the County representative and the
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Pleasanton representative regarding its votes. The Committee has been asked by different
groups and conservancies not to list site priorities because it would limit the flexibility of
considering and funding applications individually, and the Committee has been advised
by County Counsel that a priority list is not necessary. The proposed criteria list included
in the Staff Report will be used, but the Committee has decided not listing specific pieces
of property that they would like to obtain. The Committee understands that there are
particular areas of environmental value, but they are trying to leave this open for
applications where they can look at how the money might be leveraged to accomplish
more.
Mayor Lockhart advised that there was a bigger issue attached to this topic. The City of
Fremont recently requested to be in on the deal for part of the west-end of the Valley
money, saying that they considered themselves part of the area. They agreed to go to the
Altamont Landfill and to pay the fee. Some Committee attendees have encouraged
Fremont to make the request because they felt that there would be more money by
Fremont being included. Her response to the Committee was that the landfill has a finite
size to it and it would just be filling faster, not gaining more money.
The Council discussed adding more cities to the agreement and expressed concern that if
Fremont qualified for this, that might open it up to Hayward, as well. If that door was
opened, the whole agreement would need to be renegotiated.
Mayor Lockhart suggested that the Council send a letter to the Altamont Open Space
Committee and officially take a position that the agreement should stay as presented and
other cities should not be included in it after the fact. Copies of the agreements between
the City and the County of Alameda and the City of Dublin and the City of Pleasanton
regarding expenditures by the Open Space Advisory Committee created by an agreement
settling litigation should be attached to the letter so everyone is clear on the contents of
those agreements. There is not a valid reason to have another city sharing the 20% of the
money that is going to the west end of our Valley.
Cm. Oravetz asked about the funding totals.
Mayor Lockhart advised that we received 20% of the 100% of just the 75¢. $612,000 is
what has been collected to-date.
Vm. Zika asked if Dublin got half of that amount.
City Manager Richard Ambrose clarified that the $612,000 represents the 20%. The real
issue before the Council was whether or not to enforce the agreements that Dublin has
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with the City of Pleasanton and Alameda County, which would require them to vote to
evenly divide the funds.
The Council discussed the issue and agreed that Dublin needed to reaffirm its position on
the Committee and its desire to see that the 20% of that 75¢ fee stayed between
Pleasanton and Dublin.
The Council and Staff discussed the draft criteria for use of the funds as they related to
the criteria listed in the settlement agreement. The draft criteria defines the major
categories that were in the agreement.
Ms. Lowart clarified that the settlement agreement did give more weight to significant
native biodiversity over recreation. However, Dublin's plans would meet those criteria.
Mayor Lockhart discussed the application process and advised that the land owner has to
do the actual application. The selection would be based on the criteria listed.
Mr. Ambrose asked for clarification if the landowner has to apply or the landowner
could apply. For example, could a public agency apply if they were attempting to
acquire land?
Mayor Lockhart advised that either a public agency or a private landowner could apply.
Mayor Lockhart restated her suggestion that a letter be sent to the Altamont Open Space
Land Use Committee to clarify Dublin's position on adding another City into the funding
for the west end of the Valley, and to reiterate Dublin's rights in the agreements. Copies
of both of those agreements should be included with the letter, so all of the Committee
members are aware of Dublin's rights.
Cm. Oravetz stated that Dublin should work closely with Pleasanton to make certain its
20% is spent wisely.
Mayor Lockhart agreed.
Ms. Lowart asked if the letter should include Dublin City Council's support of the criteria
and the application.
Mayor Lockhart advised yes. There has been a lot of work and discussion with a lot of
experts in the field to come up with the criteria, and they are basing it on the agreement.
The major concern is changing the rules and opening it up to other cities.
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The Council briefly discussed Dublin's legal recourse if the Committee goes against the
settlement agreement.
City Attorney Elizabeth Silver advised that she would review the settlement agreement.
Her recollection was that it was clear with respect to the 80% and the 20% and where it
was to be spent. She did not recall that there was a lot of flexibility.
Mr. Ambrose advised that, per the agreements, they are required to vote as Dublin directs
them.
On motion of Cm. Oravetz, seconded by Cm. McCormick and by unanimous vote, the
Council directed Staff to send a letter to the Altamont Open Space Land Use Committee
advising of Dublin's opposition to adding another City into the funding for the west end
of the Valley, supporting the criteria and the application as presented, reiterating
Dublin's rights in the agreements and including copies of Dublin's agreements with both
the City of Pleasanton and Alameda County.
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OTHER BUSINESS
City Manager Ambrose reminded the public of the summer concert series on Friday night
from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Civic Center. The Back Pages would be playing '60s music.
City Manager Ambrose advised that the Camp Parks charrette process would begin on
Friday, August 6th from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and would continue on Saturday, August
7th from 8:30 a.m. - 1 :00 p.m. Public comments related to the charrette process would
be heard on August 7th at 12:30 p.m. The meeting would be held in the Regional
Meeting Room located at the Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza.
Cm. Oravetz advised that LA VTA had a recent public hearing to discuss route changes. A
new route, 51, will go to the Santa Rita Jail on the weekends. There were so many good
comments at the public hearing that the Board directed LA VTA Staff to take the
comments and incorporate them into a report for a special meeting which would be held
on August 9th at 4:00 p.m. in order to make more informed decisions on proposed
changes.
Vm. Zika advised that he attended a League of California Cities Conference for Mayors
and Councilmembers in Monterey. There was much discussion at the conference
regarding the State Budget and the League's Proposition 1A.
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Cm. Sbranti advised that the Public Safety Memorial Committee had a meeting this
afternoon, and requested that the item be put on the August 17th Council agenda. The
price of the monument will be going up on September 1 sf, so the Committee may need to
act sooner to keep the cost at the initial quote.
Cm. Sbranti announced that two Dublin residents, Gabriel and Jenny Lynn Campbell,
have been highly involved in the Valley Shakespeare Festival. He encouraged the
community to attend August 5 - 21, 2004, on Thursday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the
Retzlaff Winery in Livermore.
Cm. McCormick advised that she recently attended a Tri - Valley Transportation Council
meeting, which is still working on establishing a nexus fee. In the meantime, decisions
are being made on priorities and projects.
Mayor Lockhart advised that she has been reviewing applications for the Youth Advisory
Commission. There were 20 applications and all of them were wonderful. It was a
tough decision to select only 13 students. Her appointment recommendations will be on
the August 17th Council agenda.
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@JOURNMENT
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There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 9:15 p.m. Adjourned to the special meeting at 8:30 a.m. Friday, August 6th in the
Regional Meeting Room.
Minutes taken and prepared by Fawn Holman, Deputy City Clerk.
Mayor
A TIEST:
City Clerk
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