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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 4.01 Draft Minu 07-03-2001CLOSED SESSION 6:00 p.m. 10.1 (600-30) REGULAR MEETING - July 3, 2001 The Council met in Closed Session to discuss Public Employee Performance Evaluation pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, Title: City Manager REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTION 7:22 p.m. Mayor Houston announced that there was no reportable action. A regular meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, July 3, 2001, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:22 p.m., by Mayor Houston. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers Lockhart, McCormick, Oravetz, Zika, 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 EMPLOYEES 7:23 p.m. (700-10) New employees were introduced: Jonelyn Whales, Associate Planner and Lisa Li Hisatomi, Administrative Analyst I. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 276 PRESENTATION BY YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE 3.2 Due to technical difficulties with their PowerPoint presentation, this item was pulled from the agenda and postponed until the next City Council meeting. Representatives of the YAC will give a presentation on the 2001 Dub Town Jam. CONSENT CALENDAR 7:25 p.m. Items 4.I through 4.21 Vice Mayor Lockhart pulled Items 4.9 and 4.14. Cm. Oravetz indicated he also wished to pull Item 4.9. On motion of Cm. Zika, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous vote, the Council took the following actions: (4.1) (NO Minutes were agendized for approval); Adopted (4.2 600~30) RESOLUTION NO. 105- 01 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH SANTINA & THOMPSON, INC. Approved (4.3 600~30) Agreement ($250,000) with Artist Team of John Pugh, Daniel Galvez and John Wehrle for the Freeway Underpass Art Project and authorized the Mayor to execute the Agreement; Adopted (4.4 600-30) RESOLUTION NO. 106- 01 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH FEHR & PEERS ASSOCIATES, INC. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 277 Adopted (4.5 600~60) RESOLUTION NO. 107 - 01 APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE TRACT DEVELOPER AGREEMENT FOR TRACT 6956 (DUBLIN RANCH, PHASE I - NEIGHBORHOOD L-l) Accepted (4.6 600-35) improvements under Contract 01-02, Annual Sidewalk Safety Repair Program and Curb Modifications at Amador Valley Boulevard/Starward Drive and authorized the release of retention after 35 days if there are no subcontractor claims; Adopted (4.7 60o~30) RESOLUTION NO. t08- 01 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH OMNI-MEANS Authorized (4.8 600~30/480-10) the Mayor to execute contracts with Allied Housing Inc., the Dublin Housing Authority, and the Valley Community Health Center for administering CDBG fund expenditures for Fiscal Year 2001 ~02; Approved (4.10 360-20) annexation and adopted RESOLUTION NO. 109- 01 APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 97-1 (SANTA RITA AREA) and RESOLUTION NO. 110 - 01 APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS LANDSCAPING M A D 97-1 (SANTA RITA AREA) CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 278 Adopted (4.11 600-35) RESOLUTION NO. 111 - 0t AWARDING CONTRACT 01-08 STRIPING AND MARKING CONTRACT TO CHRISP COMPANY ($50,297.50) Adopted (4.12 600-30) RESOLUTION NO. 112- 01 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH ZUMWALT ENGINEERING GROUP Adopted (4.13 600-30) RESOLUTION NO. t13- 01 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH TJKM TRANSPORTATION CONSULTANTS Accepted (4.15 600-35) improvements under Contract 01-06, Annual Slurry Seal Program and authorized release of retention after 35 days if there are no subcontractor claims; Approved (4.16 600-35) Change Order No. 4 for Contract 00-16, Dublin Boulevard Widening - Dougherty Road to Scarlett Drive, and $31,383 Budget Change from and to the General Fund (001); Adopted (4.17 570-20) RESOLUTION NO. 114- 01 APPROVING NO PARKING ZONES ON THE NORTH & SOUTH SIDES OF CENTRAL PARKWAY BETWEEN HACIENDA DRIVE & PERSIMMON DRIVE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 279 RESOLUTION NO. 115 - 01 APPROVING NO PARKING ZONE ON THE WEST SIDE OF STARWARD DRIVE NORTH OF AMADOR VALLEY BOULEVARD Adopted (4.18 670-40) RESOLUTION NO. tt6- 01 A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO VACATE EXCESS RIGHT-OF-WAY ON HOUSTON PLACE (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 8310 et.seq.) Adopted (4.19 600-35) RESOLUTION NO. 1t7- 01 AWARDING CONTRACT 01-07 HERITAGE CENTER STORAGE BUILDING TO GE CAPITAL MODULAR SPACE ($57,520) authorized the Mayor to execute the contract and approved a $13,000 Budget Change; Approved (4.20 360-20) annexation of Toll Brothers and Lin Properties, and adopted RESOLUTION NO. 118 - 0t APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR CITY OF DUBLIN STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT 99-1 and RESOLUTION NO. 119 - 01 APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR CITY OF DUBLIN STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 99-1 Approved (4.21 300-40) the Warrant Register in the amount of $3,808,475.92. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 28O Vice Mayor Lockhart pulled Item 4.9 and asked if the architect for Fandango's will be coordinating with the rest of the shopping center. Mr. Peabody stated it is hoped that he will; Staff will encourage it. Cm. McCormick stated she hopes the concept of making it pedestrian friendly will also be encouraged. Mr. Peabody stated we really aren't that far in the process yet. Cm. Zika asked if there is a plan to clean up the mess in the interim. If he doesn't clean it up within 30 days, he would like Staff to keep up on it. Mr. Peabody stated Staff will keep an eye on it from a code enforcement standpoint. If he proceeds in good faith, we may not have to deal with the issue. On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council received (4.9 550~20) a report on the status of Fandango's Restaurant located at 7465 Amador Valley Boulevard. Vice Mayor Lockhart pulled Item 4.14 and referenced the Staff Report, which talks about Dublin having a non-voting representative. As a Council, she asked if they will appoint a representative to serve in this position. Pleasanton has a voting representative. Mr. Behrmann stated he did not think they have convened the committee yet and we can report back to the Council regarding an appointment. On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous vote, the Council reaffirmed (4.14 600~40) the Council's previous approval of the agreement between the City of Dublin and the City of Pleasanton regarding expenditures created by the Altamont Landfill Settlement Agreement. PUBLIC HEARING - TOLL BROTHERS DUBLIN RANCH A~6 & A~7 DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 7:31 p.m. 6.1 (600~60) Mayor Houston opened the public hearing. Community Development Director Eddie Peabody presented the Staff Report and advised that this is the first reading of an Ordinance which would approve a Development Agreement between the City of Dublin and Toll CA II, L.P. The DA is required by the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan. This Agreement will vest the project approvals recently CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 281 granted by the City Council and will provide for additional DA's at the time of the development of the individual parcels within the project area. Dublin Ranch Areas A~¢ and A-7 are located east of Fallon Road and somewhat southeasterly of the existing L-5 subdivisions of Dublin Ranch Phase I. The open lands of Jordan and Bankhead are to the east. Proposed Holes 13, I4, 15 and 1 ¢ of the Golf Course are directly adjacent to these subdivisions to the north. The project area is entirely vacant with no structures. Grading has occurred to create the proposed lots and streets. This project is part of Dublin Ranch Area A, comprised of 369 + acres of mixed~use development, including Single-Family Residential, Open space/Golf Course with appurtenant structures, and a Neighborhood Recreation Facility. In April of 2001, the Planning Commission, approved a SDR for Neighborhoods A~6 and A-7 of Dublin Ranch Area A. The Tentative Maps setting the lot patterns were approved by the Planning Commission in July of 2000. Vice Mayor Lockhart asked if Toll will still be subject to whatever fee increases take place between now and when they build. Ms. Silver stated they will be subject to those fees in effect when they pull their building permits. No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue. Mayor Houston closed the public hearing. On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance and scheduled the second reading for the July 17th City Council meeting. PUBLIC HEARING VALLEY CENTER PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONE PA 00~010 7:33 p.m. 6.2 (450~30) Mayor Houston opened the public hearing. Associate Planner Andy Byde presented the Staff Report and advised that this is the first reading of an Ordinance for a Planned Development Rezone to accommodate a new building at the northwest corner of Village Parkway and Amador Valley Boulevard and to complete fa9ade improvements to the existing building and improve the parking lot of the property known as the Valley Center. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 282 The Valley Center was constructed in the 1960's as a neighborhood serving retail center. The current zoning for the property which is occupied by the Valley Center is P~D (allowing uses within the C~ 1 Retail Commercial Zoning District) and the corner property (former service station) is zoned C~N (neighborhood commercial). The proposed project consists of remodeling the exterior of the Valley Center building and constructing a new 8,260 square foot building on the corner of Village Parkway and AVB (the first floor would be 4,885 square feet of retail and the second floor would consist of 3,375 square feet of office space). An attractively landscaped corner feature is proposed at the corner of VP and AVB with enhanced landscaping, widened sidewalk, and an entry trellis. Mr. Byde discussed Architecture, Parking, Traffic and Consistency with the Village Parkway Specific Plan, General Plan and Zoning. In summary, Mr. Byde stated the project, as conditioned, is consistent with the Dublin General Plan and Zoning Ordinance and the project will provide an attractive development which is compatible with other land uses in the immediate vicinity. Cm. Zika clarified that the dentist office is a separate property. He asked if there are any prohibitions in putting the wall right up next to his. Mr. Byde responded that he felt the problem may be with the Building Code. It requires modification to this design but would also require modification to the existing dentist's building. Vice Mayor Lockhart asked if there can be a gate between them? Mr. Byde stated he thought there will be a gate as a condition of approval. Vice Mayor lx~khart talked about the landscaping around the curb. Can we just widen the sidewalk instead? This is a problem with kids walking there. It might be helpful to just widen the curb and cut out the need for the landscaping there. Vice Mayor Lockhart asked if there were any public art considerations for the development. The public art at the underpass would be right next to this project and maybe something could be done to tie these two together. It would be advantageous to the center. She asked if they could look at this at the corner instead of maybe a flower bed. Cm. McCormick asked if the current tenants have indicated an interest in staying? CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 283 Mr. Byde stated his perception was the tenants have acknowledged this occurring and some look forward to it and others are concerned about possible rent increases. Peter Shutts, Architect from Pleasanton, thanked Staff for their exceptional work and cooperation with this project. He also thanked consultant Larry Cannon who encouraged them to step outside the box with this particular parcel. The owners of both parcels are committed to upgrading the property and to developing the subject property. They have owned the Valley Center for over 6 years. They started designing this project a year and a half ago and have come up with a good solid project design. Dr. DeLuca is very happy with their project with regard to easement issues. They are pulling their project away from the property line in order to not create a detrimental situation for his building. Mayor Houston asked if there were ever any discussions to incorporate his parcel with this project. Mr. Shutts stated they have never spoke of this. He is very happy with his building and has made some major interior improvements. Steve Jukes stated Dr. DeLuca has indicated he would be happy to look at updating his architectural fagade. Mr. Shutts stated they will be happy to also talk to the architect for Fandangos. Mayor Houston asked about the long term solution for the coffee shop right in the middle of the parcel. Mr. Shutts stated it has presented some challenges, but not impossible to work with. He is not a major revenue generator, but at the same time provides a service in the center. He does bring people into the center. They have done a number of studies and traffic studies to clean up the flow. The owner of the coffee kiosk is very committed to staying there and has expressed an interest in participating in improvements to the kiosk. He stated they will work with Staff to blend something with the underpass project. Mayor Houston talked about the difficulty in taking care of the landscaping. Mr. Shutts stated they would be open to looking to extending the sidewalk to the curb. It would match the other side of frontage improvements. Mr. Byde stated at the second hearing, Staff can come back with an analysis for the sidewalk and come up with some design alternatives. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 9.0 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 284 Mayor Houston closed the public hearing. On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance and schedule the second reading for the July 1-/th City Council meeting. CONSIDERATION OF URGENCY ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON THE DONLON WAY AREA 8:02 p.m. 7.1 (410-20) Associate Planner Andy Byde presented the Staff Report. At the City Council meeting of June 1 Dth, the Council voted to table the consideration of an Urgency Ordinance to impose a moratorium within the Donlon Way Area. The Ordinance was being considered in light of an application for a SDR proposing to redevelop the property known as the Dublin Square (plumbery) with a new three-story, 80,000 square foot office building. The City Council had previously ranked as a high priority goal to develop plans for a historical district designation on the Donlon Way area. The item was tabled in order to provide the applicant with the opportunity to determine whether to proceed with the project and to consider their options. On motion of Mayor Houston, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous vote, the Council agreed to take this item from the table in order to continue discussion. Mr. Byde advised that the applicant has stated a willingness to participate in a City sponsored workshop regarding the proposed historic district designation on the Donlon Way area and the implications for the Dublin Square property. The applicant additionally indicated that they may withdraw the SDR application for the 80,000 square foot office building. Mr. Byde explained two options presented for Council consideration to implement the historical district designation. Option 1 ~ the City Council could hold a study session to examine the scope and the desired direction of the proposed historical district designation and the integration of the Dublin Square property into the designation area. The study session could be held at the August gist City Council meeting. Option 2 - the City could initiate a Specific Plan for the Donlon Way area. The SP process would include: 1) economic analysis to examine financial constraints and CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 285 financing options; 2) a public participation component to determine the needs of the property owners and wishes of the public; 3)design guidelines to determine appropriate design criteria for the area; and 4) a land use analysis to determine a compatible mix of appropriate land uses. If the Council would like to initiate a SP, Staff would return at a future Council meeting to present the anticipated funding amount and time frame in which the SP would be completed. Mark Dubney stated he is a partner in the 11700 Dublin Boulevard property, an architect, and he has worked as an urban planner for 5 years in Germany and Spain. He is a student of cities. Dublin needs to reclaim and think of this in terms of an identity; West Dublin - old Dublin. Sound planning guidelines and coming generations will reap the benefits. If one thinks of neighboring towns of Danville and Fleasanton and why one visits them, they have a main street and someplace to go. Unfortunately our neighbor, San Ramon, has completely lost the chance. He encouraged Dublin to look at this site as an opportunity to make a place for citizens. It is possible to develop a park as well as the owner/developers to make it a successful project. Archeological contents could stop any projects. He encouraged Dublin to look at other successful models. A couple of years ago them was a design competition for the City of Fresno Modern Museum. Dublin could look toward these types of solutions. Many other issues could be addressed in design specifications. A lot of issues need to be considered for this particular site. Whatever building that is done them should be 21~t century and not some kind of stage for Gunsmoke. Mike Mikulich, General Manager of Berkeley Land Company stated he has talked with City Staff since the last meeting, and it is their desire to work on a solution that meets both our and their needs. He suggested doing study sessions and hopefully they will generate some meaningful solutions. He asked that the meetings be progressive and timely. They stand ready to meet and work with the City. He would like the City to articulate exactly what their vision is. Cm. Oravetz asked if they spoke with anyone from the historical society. Mr. Mikulich stated City Staff suggested they hold off until after this meeting. Mayor Houston stated the Council could articulate now or wait until the study sessions. Cm. McCormick commented they were considering withdrawing their office project application. Mr. Mikulich stated they would be willing to withdraw their application so long as they can enter into dialogue. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME £0 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 286 Cm. Zika asked if they desire option 1 which would be to hold study sessions rather than option 2 doing a Specific Plan which would take 6 months to a year. Mr. Mikulich stated yes, they felt it would be more fruitful to have study sessions to determine exactly what we're trying to accomplish. Mayor Houston asked Mr. Peabody when study sessions could be held. Mr. Peabody recommended holding a study session on August 21 st and to talk to the applicant and come up with some specific discussion ideas. Vice Mayor Lockhart asked if the study session would include public input. Mr. Peabody stated this would be up to the City Council. Vice Mayor Lockhart expressed her concern with study sessions. The whole purpose is this is important to the entire community and it is the history of the community and what level of protection or participation should there be. She is not interested in one~way dialog that does not include the community. If they can be included in the workshop, their input is vital. This could be a first step. She stated she doesn't want to preclude going to a SP if we need to. Cm. Zika agreed and stated he would like to start with public input. He is very reluctant to put an office building in there. He is willing to try the August thing to get public input. Mayor Houston stated he would like to see this study session held just before the August 21st meeting. The City Council needs to quit tap-dancing around this and just say what their vision is. They need to articulate their vision. Any ideas should be given to Mr. Peabody so they can talk about this on August 21st. Cm. McCormick commented she does not have a vision. She knows what she doesn't want, though. They don't have enough information. Some of the land may be an American Indian cemetery. She stated she feels we need a Specific Plan. We need to look at the whole area and see what can happen there. Vice Mayor Lockhart stated she had heard a lot of different visions from residents talking about what ifs and let's do this or that. Until we know what will work, it's not fair to the applicant. It is historic and it is important to the community to save the concept of that land. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 287 Cm. Oravetz stated the Berkeley Land Company has said they would be willing to talk to us about building something that everyone can be proud of. He would like to get input from Dublin residents. We can do this on August 21 Cm. McCormick pointed out that option 2 includes public participation. Cm. Oravetz stated he felt the landowner wants to do this in a quick fashion. Vice Mayor Lockhart stated the land has been there for 30 years. On motion of Cm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council selected option 1 to hold a study session on August 21st with public participation. The meeting should start at 6:00 p.m., with the study session and then be followed by the regular City Council meeting. Cm. McCormick voted in opposition to the motion. Ms. Keck pointed out that the Dublin Housing Authority is scheduled to meet that evening at 6:00 p.m., and we don't know at this point whether or not that meeting will be cancelled. Mayor Houston directed Staff to contact DHA and advise that their August 21 st meeting should be rescheduled. ARCHSTONE IRONHORSE TRAIL - PUBLIC ART 8:27 p.m. 8.1 (900-50) Recreation Supervisor Bonnie ~onard presented the Staff Report and advised that the Archstone Ironhorse Trail development will be located at the corner of Dougherty Road and Houston Place. The apartment complex will consist of three-story construction, with the dwellings arranged in nine separate buildings located throughout the site. Each building will have a mix of unit types and sizes, ranging in size between 722 - 1,310 square feet. As a condition of construction, the City Council required the developer to include a public art element in the project. Working with City Staff and Art consultant Lynne Baer, the developer selected Emeryville artist, Vicki Jo Sowell, to create the artwork for the project. The proposed artwork was reviewed by the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission on June 14th with a recommendation that the City Council approve the project. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 288 Lynne Baer commended Archstone for working with them on this project. This was a very difficult site to place public art. They came up with an excellent solution. She described the project. Ms. Sowell proposes a multipart solution for the project. Images inspired by the Ironhorse Trail and contemporary Dublin will appear as a frieze on the corner retaining wall and on the tree guards along Dougherty Road. Fabricated from cut and painted steel, the frieze will be approximately 9 feet high and 15 feet long and attached to the retaining wall. Three different designs, created from cut and painted steel will be alternated on 11 tree guards along Dougherty Road. The images of wheels, mountains, and horses on the frieze form a dynamic and colorful whole that can be enjoyed by passing motorists as well as pedestrians. Judy Lussie, Chair of Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission, stated this is a very good opportunity to provide art for the people in our community. This will be a very subtle piece of art. On motion of Cm. McCormick, seconded by Vice Mayor Lockhart, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the artwork. DESIGNATION OF AGENCY LABOR NEGOTIATORS UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEE ~ CITY MANAGER 8:36 p.m. 8.2 (110~30/600~30) This item provides for the designation of two members of the City Council as the City's representatives to discuss conditions of employment, including salary and fringe benefits, for the City Manager. Last year's designated team was Mayor Houston and Cm. Zika. Mayor Houston stated he would be glad to serve again. Cm. McCormick stated she would like an opportunity to work on this. On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council designated Mayor Houston and Cm. McCormick to serve as the agency labor negotiators. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 289 OTHER BUSINESS 8:$6 p.m. Acting City Manager Lowart reminded everyone of the Tri-Valley Council dinner meeting being hosted by Dublin at the Monarch Hotel on July 12th at 6:00 p.m. Those attending should confirm their reservations and dinner choice with Fawn Holman as soon as possible. Mr. Lowart stated the Summer Concert Series starts up on Friday night, July 1 (7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) and continues for the next 5 consecutive Fridays here at the Civic Center. The Real Imposters will perform on July 13th. This is a 6-piece band that plays Funk, R&B, Rock, Hip-Hop and Reggae. Mayor Houston stated the August 3~d concert will be a Jimmy Buffet tribute band and this concert will bring hundreds of people. Staff should be prepared for the crowds. Ms. Keck asked for clarification with regard to the Council's previous direction regarding Council meeting starting times. She stated the motion was to leave DHA meetings at 6:00 p.m., start Closed Sessions at 6:$0 p.m., and then continue to start regular meetings at 7:00 p.m. The question comes in if there is no closed session. She asked if it was the Council's intention to then start the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m., and if so, pointed out logistical challenges for the CTV$0 crew and the City Clerk, on those occasions when there are DI4A meetings. This could also cause confusion on the part of the public. The Council confirmed that the only change would be if there are closed sessions, these would begin at 6:30 p.m. Regular meetings would continue to be held at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Keck stated she understood that the Council is scheduling a closed session for 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, July 17th. A DHA meeting will follow at 6:00 p.m. This was the time that the Council originally set aside for a tour of the Emergency Operations Center and disaster preparedness training. She asked if the Council wished to reschedule the tour and training. Jason Behrmann is coordinating this. The Council requested that this be rescheduled for August 7th. Cm. McCormick reported that tomorrow, July 4th has been declared a spare the air day and she urged everyone t° have a safe and sane 4th of July. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 290 Cm. Zika reported that he is involved in the fireworks booth and commended Chief Thuman and Officer Bailey and patrol staff who have made frequent stops at the booths. He stated somebody was running around with bogus $100 bills yesterday. Cm. Zika stated this City Council voted during the Budget process to forgive Dublin Little League field use fees and he would like to see this extended to the soccer group too. Cm. Oravetz clarified that they were included. Cm. Zika stated he was disappointed in Dublin Little League who got drawn for a fireworks stand and only 10 parents volunteered to work at the stand. He is disappointed in this. Cm. Oravetz suggested that Judy Lussie talk about Council comments made tonight during the discussion related to a historic district at the next meeting of the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission and get comments back to the Council. Vice Mayor Lockhart requested two future agenda items. She would like the City Council at its next meeting, to discuss the supervisorial redistricting and the various plans that are out there. They have maps available with listed plans. We could forward comments to the Board of Supervisors. Vice Mayor Lockhart requested for another future agenda that Staff agendize so the Council can discuss the incentive programs by the Waste Management Authority. They and the recycle board have come out with and are offering lots of new incentive programs. She requested that Jason Behrmann could come back with a brief overview of these opportunities for the community. Mr. Behrmann could determine if W/VIA representatives should come. Mayor Houston stated he felt the reason for low turnout to work the fireworks booth was because Dublin Little League is too busy out there winning games. The Blue Jays completed their season as TOC champions. Mayor Houston wished a happy 4th of July to everybody. He stated he felt Channel 7 gave one of the few balanced reports on legal fireworks. This was an accurate unbiased report on what legal fireworks are all about. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 291 Mayor Houston presented an award to the City Council that he received. He went to a DUSD meeting last week and the City was given an award by Alameda County for all the projects we do with the School District, most particularly with our Computers for our Schools project. We are only one of two cities in all of California that matches and gives money for our schools. The Alameda County Board of Education and Alameda County Superintendent of Schools recognized the City of Dublin. Mayor Houston stated he heard tonight that Wayne Barnes had some surgery recently and gave warm regards to Wayne and his family. ADJOURNMENT 11.I There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 20 REGULAR MEETING July 3, 2001 PAGE 292