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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 4.01 Draft Minutes 06-28-1993 (2) ., '. . REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 28. 1993 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, June 28, 1993, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:33 p.m., by Vice Mayor Burton. ROLL eALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Burton, Houston, Howard, and Moffatt. ABSENT: Mayor Snyder. * * * * PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (610-20> The Vice Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the Pled1e of allegiance to the flag. * * * * REQUEST TO PLACE ITEM ON THE AGENDA Tom McCormick, a member of E Vitas Clampers and Vice President of the Dublin Historical Preservation Association, asked the Council to place a request to delay escrow on the cemetery property on tonight's agenda. He explained that for 17 years Chapter 13 of the E Vitas Clampers had held a candlelight ceremony at the Old Murray School. With the transfer of property to the City, the organization had been informed that an alcohol beverage permit would not be able to be issued. Mr. McCormick stated this event was a major fund raiser for the organization. Clampers helped to keep the cemetery clean and to preserve history in Dublin. Cm. Moffatt asked what a candlelight ceremony was? Mr. McCormick indicated it was a barbecue and initiation of new members. em. Moffatt questioned whether the funds available for the Heritage Center would be in jeopardy if escrow was delayed into the next fiscal year. Recreation Director Lowart indicated that delaying the closing of escrow would not effect the funding. Cm. Moffatt indicated that the transfer of the cemetery property to the City had some restrictions on the grant deed. Alcohol would"not be allowed to be drunk in a large quantity. Once the property transferred to the City, there would be no problem with holding a barbecue and candlelight ceremony, but a lot of drinking would not be allowed. Cm. Moffatt recognized and thanked the Clampers for all the fantastic things they had done for the community. #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% CM - VOL 11 - 264 Regular Meeting June 28, 1993 COPIES TO: ITEM NO. ,-/" I . . On motion by Cm. Houston, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council placed delay of escrow of the cemetery property on the agenda. * * * * HALF CENT SALES TAX Frank Ruskey, a resident of Dublin, addressed the Council in regard to the half cent sales tax implemented by Governor Wilson. He indicated he had contacted Sacramento and learned that all the sales tax collected within Dublin would remain in Dublin and would not go to the County. The City would benefit 100%. He felt the City should inform the residents of this fact and that programs that were cut during the Budget process should be brought back and perhaps the police force could be increased. Cm. Moffatt indicated he wanted to see what the League of California Cities had to say on the issue. City Manager Ambrose explained that the State proposal was based on the ABa formula and would involve only those cities that had received the property tax bailout money in 1979. Since Dublin was not a city in 1979, the impact to Dublin would be zero. He explained that the sales tax monies would only go to the cities that lost the property tax monies. Counties were being the hardest hit by the State, but there would probably be fallout to the cities from the counties. Mr. Ruskey felt it was important to pursue for future budgets. The half cent sales tax was still going to have to be passed by the voters. He felt it was important to keep the people informed. * * * * ESCROW CLOSING ON CEMETERY PROPERTY At the request of Tom McCormick under Oral Communications, the Council placed the request for a later escrow closing on the cemetery property on the agenda. Recreation Director Lowart indicated that a request for a one day liquor license had been received several weeks ago. If the escrow closed as scheduled on June 30th and the City became the property owners, no liquor would be allowed at the barbecue and candlelight ceremony on July 11. This was due to grant deed restrictions and City regulations. If escrow was delayed until July 12th, then the Cemetery Association and the Dublin Historical Preservation Association would determine whether alcohol could be used. Vice Mayor Burton stated that the City had certain regulations and they would need to be followed once the old Murray School and Cemetery became part of City property. A Task Force was going to be formed. He felt that it was important to keep the heritage alive in Dublin. He praised #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% eM - VOL 11 - 265 Regular Meeting June 28, 1993 . . the work the Clampers had done in the community with helping clean up the cemetery and the creating of plaques denoting historical sites in Dublin. On a motion by Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Houston, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council agreed to extend the closing of escrow on the Cemetery Property until July 12, 1993. * * * * CUSTOMER SERVIeE AWARD FOR JULY (150-90) City Manager Ambrose presented the July Customer Service Award to Rose Macias, Community Safety Assistant. * * * * eONSENT CALENDAR Cm. Houston requested that Item 4.4, proposed lease of Civic Center space for State Assemblyman Richard K. Rainey be pulled from the Consent Calendar. On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Houston, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder was absent), the Council took the following actions: Approved Minutes of Regular Meeting of June 14, 1993 (Cm. Moffatt abs tained) ; Approved appropriation of $121,351 for interest expense in Fund 715 - Dublin Blvd. Extension Assessment Fund and authorized appropriation of any revenues in excess of budgeted Expenditures as of June 30, 1993 to reserves for projects or expenses which require more than one year to complete; (330-50) Accepted improvements constructed under Contract 93-01, Downtown Street Lights, and authorized payment of retention in the amount of $2,6a9.03 to Steiny & Co.; (600-30) Accepted improvements constructed under Contract 93-06, Street Slurry Seal, and authorized payment of retention to American Asphalt in the amount of $3,60a.14; (600-30) Accepted improvements constructed under Contract 93-03, Annual Sidewalk Safety Repair, and authorized final payment in the amount of $2,958.a2 to Ambo Engineering; (600-30) Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 86 - 93 (600-30) AMENDING eONTRACT 93-08 BIENNIAL STRIPING AND MARKING PROJECT TO CHRISP eo. #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% eM - VOL 11 - 266 Regular Meeting June 28, 1993 . . and authorized Mayor Pro Tempore to execute agreement; Authorized Mayor Pro Tempore to execute agreement with Pool Time for Dublin Swim eenter Pool Maintenance on behalf of the eity; (600-30) Approved the Warrant Register in the amount of $612,798.87. (300-40) Cm. Houston questioned the purpose of a restricted time frame on Assemblyman Rainey's lease. Mr. Ambrose indicated that as there were no private offices available, the Library had been identified as meeting Assemblyman Rainey's needs as long as the number of hours used by Assemblyman Rainey were not increased. Cm. Houston felt an area should be provided that would allow Assemblyman Rainey to be able to extend the hours of use in the future. He felt space should be provided for Mary King if she so chose to have an office in our valley. He did not feel this was a friendly deal with Assemblyman Rainey. Mr. Ambrose explained that the Mayor had spoken with Assemblyman Rainey and that this particular set-up of having an Assembly Office on the second and fourth Tuesday from 8am to 12 noon where Assemblyman Rainey'S Staff could meet with constituents from this part of his District would meet his needs. He did require a confidential office space where Staff could meet with constituents and discuss confidential topics such as Medi Cal problems. Mr. Rankin indicated that the delay had been due to Assemblyman Rainey'S Staff requesting that the Dublin Staff draw up the agreement. When the agreement had been presented to Assemblyman Rainey's Staff, Dublin's Staff was told that the Agreement looked fine but that a Standard Assembly Rules Committee Lease would need to be used. Staff is waiting to receive the Standard Assembly Rules Committee Lease. On motion by Cm. Houston, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council authorized the execution of a lease of Civic Center space for State Assemblyman Richard K. Rainey; (600-20) * * * * DUBLIN-PLEASANTON DAY AT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY FAIR (610-50) The City received a letter from the Dublin Chamber of Commerce requesting that the City participate in co-sponsoring a Dublin- Pleasanton Day at the Alameda County Fair on Thursday, July 1, 1993. The City would share the cost of a floral bouquet to be ~resenteu to tne winner of the community day horse race. The total cost to the City will be $20. #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% CM - VOL 11 - 267 Regular Meeting June 28, 1993 . . Vice Mayor Burton asked why the item had to come before the Council since it only involved $207 Mr. Ambrose explained that the Council needed to authorize participation in the event and designate who would represent the City. Janet Lockhart, from the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, indicated that the barbecue had been cancelled, but that the horse race was still planned. Vice Mayor Burton indicated he would be the one to represent the City. On motion by Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council approved the City's participation wi th the Chamber of Commerce at Dublin-Pleasanton Day at the Alameda County Fair. * * * * AeeEPTANCE OF GIFT TO THE CITY FROM THE DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER (150-70) Recreation Director Lowart reported that the Dublin Senior Center recently participated in the Human Race sponsored by the Valley Volunteer Center. Through the efforts of 39 dedicated senior volunteers, $3,154 in donations were received. The Dublin Senior Center will receive a total of $2,365.50. The seniors would like to utilize the funds to purchase a new commercial freezer for the Dublin Senior Center. Per Government Code Section 37354, all gifts and contributions should be formally accepted by the City Council. em. Moffatt felt the Seniors had done a fantastic job and provided an innovative way to raise money. On motion of Cm. Houston, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council accepted the gift, directed Staff to prepare a formal acknowledgment to the donors, and authorized Staff to make the appropriate budget adjustments to recognize the unanticipated revenue and an appropriation for the expense. * * * * DUBLIN SWIM eENTER BATHHOUSE RENOVATION (250-30) Recreation Director Lowart presented the Staff Report and indicated that funds for the renovation of the Dublin Swim Center Bathhouse were included in the 1992-97 Capital Improvement Program. The project will be funded by a Community Development Block Grant ($86,350) and by the Park Dedication Fund ($43,428). The City has contracted with the architectural firm of LPT Architects to prepare the design and construction documents for the project. The #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% CM - VOL 11 - 268 June 28, 1993 Regular Meeting . . proposed renovation addresses modifications to the building which are required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This includes renovation of the restrooms, showers, changing areas and entrances/exits to the building. Floor resurfacing, construction of an additional office and interior painting are also part of the renovation. The preliminary cost estimate for those items required for compliance with the ADA is $41,910. The preliminary cost estimate for the additional work is $50,710. The total estimated cost for the project as currently designed is $92,620 which is within the amount budgeted for the improvements. The next phase of work by the Architect will be the completion of the detailed construction drawings and an updated cost estimate. Staff will obtain authorization from the City Council to solicit competitive bids once that phase is completed. The current project schedule proposes to have the renovation work underway in September after the closing of the pool for the season. Vice Mayor Burton asked why a separate shower had been provided on the female side, but not on the male side. He expressed concern for the privacy of male handicapped individuals. He felt it could be embarrassing when they were dressing. Mr. Thommerup, from LPT Architects, indicated a larger dressing area could be created with a five foot turning radius for wheelchairs. Cm. Moffatt did not see a problem with the current design. If a person was going to go swimming, that person would need to remove the prosthesis any way. On motion by Cm. Houston, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council approved the proposed floor plan and authorized Consultant to proceed with preparation of construction documents. OTHER BUSINESS STATE BUDGET UPDATE Mr. Ambrose indicated the latest property tax shift from the City to the State was zero because the shift in property tax from cities was based upon the ABa BailOut Formula. Since Dublin was not a City in 1979, Dublin would not be impacted. Cm. Moffatt asked if the shift in property tax would affect other districts. Mr. Rankin indicated it would not impact water or fire districts, but the City should take a wait and see attitude. Mr. Ambrose stated the County was proposing cutting half its District Attorney Staff and only prosecute homicides and serious felonies. This #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% CM - VOL 11 - 269 Regular Meeting June 28, 1993 . . would leave the cities with the prospect of prosecuting all other crimes. Cm. Houston asked if the City could hire one District Attorney to prosecute crimes committed within the City of Dublin. Mr. Ambrose indicated that Alameda County's whole budget problem was not just the fact that the state was shifting the local property tax monies. Alameda County had not made cuts that should have been made in the past, but had balanced past budgets with reserve monies. * * * * UPDATE ON ANIMAL SHELTER Vice Mayor Burton asked about the animal shelter. He would like to have a picture of what the City of Dublin needed for its animals. How many dogs and cats were in Dublin? He would like a perspective on who does what in regard to Dublin animals. Mr. Ambrose indicated the animal shelters were funded 97% by the cities. If an animal shelter was closed, it would not be the Santa Rita Animal Shelter. * * * * TRI-VALLEY TRANSPORTATION COUNeIL Cm. Moffatt asked if there were any developments in regard to the Tri- Valley Transportation Council. Vice Mayor Burton indicated that several other cities on the Tri-Valley Transportation Council wanted to ensure that any new developments in the Valley should be made to pay for all costs of new roads. They wanted to have a transportation model made and restrict the number of units that could be developed within the transportation model. Vice Mayor Burton felt that the City may have to withdraw from this Council. Vice Mayor Burton felt this was serious business and that the Tri-Valley Transportation Council could not be in the land use. He felt certain cities were trying to take over. Mr. Ambrose indicated that the ABAG Regional Platform on Growth Management was coming before the legislature and may provide the vehicle to provide land use authority to a Tri-Valley group. * * * * #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% CM - VOL 11 - 270 June 28, 1993 Regular Meeting . . MAYORS' CONFERENCE REPRESENTATIVE Cm. Moffatt was chosen to be the City of Dublin's representative at the Mayors' Conference in July as Mayor Snyder and Vice Mayor Burton would be unable to attend. * * * * ALMOND PLAZA ENTRANeE Cm. Houston had received complaints about the stop signs at the entrance to Almond Plaza. It was confusing and created the potential for accidents. Mr. Thompson, Public Works Director, indicated that there were no stop signs at the entrance, but that the stop signs were on the side street. He would look into making the placement of the stop signs less confusing. * * * * PLANNING COMMISSION AND PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION INTERVIEWS Cm. Houston had received calls from two individuals who had interviewed for the vacancies on the Planning Commission and the Park & Recreation Commission. They had never received any word on whether someone had been chosen for the positions. Cm. Houston asked if letters had been sent to all individuals interviewed. Staff will look into whether letters had been sent. * * * * ASSESSMENT NOTIeES FOR CITYWIDE STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRIeT Cm. Houston had received calls from residents in regard to the Assessment Notices for the Citywide Street Lighting Maintenance District. In the future he would like to see notices that indicated more clearly what the cost was. * * * * #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% eM - VOL 11 - 271 June 28, 1993 Regular Meeting , . . . , ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m. * * * * Minutes prepared by Sandie Hart. Mayor ATTEST: Deputy City Clerk #%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#%#% eM - VOL 11 - 272 June 28, 1993 Regular Meeting