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REGULAR MEETING - June 13. 1994
A regular meeting of the city council of the city of Dublin was held
on Monday, June 13, 1994, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin civic
Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m., by Mayor
Snyder.
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ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Burton, Houston, Howard, Moffatt and Mayor
Snyder.
ABSENT: None.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Snyder led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of
allegiance to the flag.
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Missinq Person Reoort (150-50)
Cm. Burton stated he had just received word that a young lady who is a
graduate of Valley Christian High School here in Dublin has been
missing for 24 hours. She lives in Livermore. She drives a 1991 Ford
Tempo with a bumper sticker on it advertising Mary Kay Cosmetics and
another which says Ski Bear. She is a Christian and has been placed
on the prayer chain hotline. Everyone is praying that this situation
will resolve itself soon.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous
vote, the Council took the following actions:
Approved Minutes of Regular Meeting of May 23, 1994;
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 40 - 94
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT FOR
SUPPLEMENT NO. 004 (CYCLE 4)
SB 300 STATE-LOCAL PARTNERSHIP FUNDS (600-50)
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 41 - 94
ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE CONGESTION MANAGEMENT AGENCY
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT (600-40)
Received a Report and authorized the Mayor to execute a Budget Change
Form for ClP Project #9690 Dublin Boulevard Extension (670-20);
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Received a Report related to McDonald's McSOCCERFEST being held at the
Dublin Sports Grounds on June 17-19, 1994 (950-40);
Approved Warrant Register in the amount of $589,488.16 (300-40).
Cm. Houston requested that the Investment Report be pulled from the
Consent Calendar. He complimented staff for diversifying from LAIF
and asked if we have one person or entity that we are buying from.
Mr. Rankin stated Staff typically only deals with California brokers
and there are 3 that we have dealt with. Most of the trades recently
have been new issues. We deal with Shearson, Dean Witter and B of A
Securities.
On motion of Cm. Houston, seconded by em. Burton, and by unanimous
vote, the Council received the city Treasurer's Investment Report as
of May 31, 1994 (320-30).
Cm. Houston requested that the item appropriating revenues to reserves
be pulled from the Consent Calendar as he did not understand exactly ,
what this was all about. He asked what the projects were that will
take more than one year to complete.
Mr. Ambrose explained that this requirement came about as a result of
the Gann Initiative relative to the appropriations limit. This action
would preclude the need for the Council to take any further action to
account for differences between the estimates and the actual final
revenues and expenditures for FY 1993-94.
Mr. Rankin pointed out that this is being done as a result of the
direction of the Council at the March budget study session. As an
example, in the current year, we did not anticipate any Measure D
monies so the money now needs to be appropriated to reserves so that
it can be used in the future.
Cm. Moffatt asked if options like library funding would be included in
this.
Mr. Ambrose responded that General Fund reserves certainly could be
used for this purpose.
On motion of Cm. Houston, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous
vote, the Council authorized Staff to appropriate any revenues in
excess of budgeted expenditures as of June 30, 1994 to reserves
(330-20) .
Cm. Houston requested that the 3 Assessment District reports be pulled
from the Consent Calendar for discussion. He stated he was happy to
see we aren't recommending an increase to the assessments, but
questioned why the reserve amounts are so high. The citywide Street
Lighting District, 4.8 has $148,133, District 86-1, 4.9 (Tract 5511)
has $131,393, and District 83-2, 4.10 (Tract 4719) has $19,155 in
reserves. He questioned what Staff felt was a realistic amount to
hold in reserves.
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Mr. Thompson stated with regard to the Villages @ Alamo Creek (Tract
5511), they didn't get their landscaping in for quite some time so the
reserves grew. Each year we use a little bit of the reserves to keep
the assessments fairly constant. It could handle replacement plants
in the event of a big freeze or something of this nature.
Mr. Rankin stated we are awaiting some information with regard to the
street lights from the independent appraisal being done. We will have
a better feel when this information is available.
em. Houston questioned whether a 25% reserve amount was reasonable.
Mr. Thompson stated we will be getting a report from the appraiser
which should give us a better handle on the street light situation.
We have in excess of 1600 street lights and will be spending about
$400,000. A lot of the street lights are old and date back to the
first Volk-McLain development.
On motion of Cm. Houston, seconded by em. Howard, and by unanimous
vote (Cm. Burton abstained on Resolutions No. 46 & 47), the council
adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 42 - 94
APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING DIAGRAM
AND ASSESSMENT FOR CITY OF DUBLIN
STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-1 (360-50)
and
RESOLUTION NO. 43 - 94
APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION
TO PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR
STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-1
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 44 - 94
APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING DIAGRAM
AND ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT 86-1 TRACT 5511 (360-20)
and
RESOLUTION NO. 45 - 94
APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION
TO PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 86-1
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 46 - 94
APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING DIAGRAM
AND ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT ~3-2 TRACT 4719 (360-20)
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and
RESOLUTION NO. 47 - 94
APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION
TO PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR
LANDSeAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 83-2
Cm. Burton abstained from voting on Resolutions No. 46 and 47 due to a
conflict of interest.
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REQUEST FOR eITY COUNCIL SUPPORT OF THE PLACEMENT OF A SPECIAL TAX
FOR LIBRARY SERVIeES ON THE NOVEMBER 1994 BALLOT (660-30/940-30)
Recreation Director Lowart presented the staff Report and advised that
Alameda County Librarian Linda Wood has requested council support
related to a special tax which would restore funding to Alameda County
Libraries that was lost as a result of the recent tax shift from city
and county governments to the state. The amount of the tax per year
ranges from $10 to $30 and will require a 2/3 vote. It is estimated
that this special tax will generate at least $4.15 million annually
for 5 years. If the measure passes, County funded hours at the Dublin
Library would increase from 17 hours to 34 hours per week.
Linda Wood, County Librarian, representing the Library Advisory
commission gave background information and stated they lost a lot of
their funding last year. They looked at ways of recovering resources.
A scientifically valid study was done in January. The survey
indicated that 67% of Dublin voters were satisfied with library
services in general and 32% were dissatisfied. The main area of
dissatisfaction was the limited hours. This was no surprise to them.
After hearing the ballot arguments, 73% of the Dublin people indicated
they would vote for a special tax. This will go to the Board of
Supervisors on June 21st and they will have until August 12th to
consider placing it on the ballot.
Cm. Burton stated he thought a
One is that it will take a 2/3
be used for library services.
Ms. Wood.
couple of issues will be important.
vote and secondly, the money will only
He heard neither of these clearly from
Ms. Wood stated the plan is based on a service level with hours open
per week at each library. They would also purchase reference
materials and restore children's programming, as well as services for
young adults. In terms of the State taking away more money, this
could happen at any time. They don't believe, however, that there is
a strong likelihood that they will take more. There is a bill going
through the legislature now that says there will be no more property
tax take-away from libraries. The bill is now in the Assembly. This
will be a clear indicator of policy if it passes.
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Cm. Burton stated it is conceivable that somebody could say you are
getting this so you don't need that. This could come about in some
form that could require reduced hours.
Ms. Wood stated they are trying to protect themselves from this and
discussed the concept of maintenance of effort.
Cm. Moffatt discussed the possibility of the money going for not only
capital expenditures but also maintenance, buying buildings, buying
supplies, sweeping floors, salaries, etc. He asked if there was any
direction with regard to what this money goes for.
Ms. Wood stated it isn't specified that it could be used for capital
funds. It can't be used to build buildings or remodel buildings.
Cm. Moffatt commented that it appears there is a good grassroots group
to support this.
On motion of em. Burton, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous
vote, the Council agreed to support this measure being placed on the
ballot to provide citizens an opportunity to vote on the special
Library Tax.
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PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO THE
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PROVISIONS PA 94-015 (450-20)
Mayor Snyder opened the pUblic hearing.
Planning Director Tong presented the Staff Report and advised that an
Ordinance was introduced at the May 23, 1994 City council meeting
providing for revisions to the Planned Development District provisions
of the Zoning Ordinance which would clarify that prezoning or rezoning
of property to the PD District may take place independent of the
approval of a Land Use and Development Plan and that PD Districts can
be applied to any residential or non-residential districts.
No testimony was given by any member of the public relative to this
issue.
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 adopted
ORDINANeE NO. 4 - 94
REPEALING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 2 TITLE 8 OF THE
DUBLIN ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) DISTRICT
REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING ARTICLE 2 AND ARTICLE 4 OF CHAPTER 2 OF
TITLE 8 OF THE DUBLIN ZONING ORDINANCE WHICH MODIFIES THE
CITY OF DUBLIN PD DISTRICT REGULATIONS
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OTHER BUSINESS
Livermore Valley Leadership Group Meetinq (610-05)
Mr. Ambrose reminded everyone of the Livermore Valley Leadership Group
meeting on Wednesday, June 15th at 5:00 p.m. The topic will be a
status report on the fire service consortium currently underway.
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CTV Channel 30 Call-In Show (1050-50)
Ms. Keck advised that CTV Channel 30 would like to broadcast another
live call-in show with the city Council responding to telephone
questions. The Council agreed to a date of Tuesday, July 26th.
Mayor Snyder requested that Ms. silver research the new Brown Act
regulations to determine how this type of an event would be noticed.
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Tri-Vallev Transportation Council (1060-40)
Cm. Moffatt advised that he had the Tri-Valley Transportation
Council's issue paper #2, Alternate Solutions and would be happy to
make copies for anyone interested.
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East Bav Division Meetinq (140-25)
Cm. Moffatt reported that the League's East Bay Division Directors met
last week and a resolution was passed in support of AB 1877 which
sanctifies the Pleasanton/Hayward/Alameda County agreement related to
the Pleasanton ridge. He thought it passed by a 10/3 vote.
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Siqn Ordinance (400-30)
Cm. Houston questioned the status of the Sign Ordinance revisions.
Mr. Ambrose advised that it is going to the Planning commission on
June 20th. This project is a little behind schedule because the city
lost one of its key planners.
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Business Develooment Task Force (470-50)
Cm. Houston asked when the Business Task Force will be making their
recommendations to the Council.
Mr. Ambrose advised that a draft report had been prepared and it
depends on how much the Task Force modifies the report. They will be
reviewing the report at their next meeting. It will come to the
Council at either their next meeting or in July.
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Pleasanton Parade (610-85)
Cm. Burton directed everyone's attention to the sign "NO DIRT IN
DUBLIN" which was displayed that will be one of two signs on the truck
that carries the council in Pleasanton's 100th anniversary celebration
parade on saturday, June 18th. Everyone should meet at The Associates
building in Hacienda Business Park at the corner of Hacienda Drive and
Stoneridge Drive at 9:30a.m.
em. Moffatt stated he had a recording
entered in the City song contest last
have them playing during the parade.
equipment, however.
of all the songs which were
year and he would be happy to
He advised that he had no sound
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carwash Water Into Sewer svstem (1030-20)
Cm. Burton advised that Roger Woodward had expressed concern with
groups of people washing cars that the NPDES is not catChing on yet.
Education is the answer. Cm. Burton suggested that we send out
notices stating water from washing cars should not go down the storm
drains.
Mayor Snyder stated he wasn't sure that car washing is a violation of
the NPDES permit. As long as you are using biodegradable products,
this should not be harmful.
Mr. Ambrose advised that Staff will look into this.
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Traffic on Altamont Pass (1060-10)
Mayor Snyder advised that MTC recently held an all day seminar here at
the civic Center relative to the 580/680 corridor situation. There
was a major discussion on how to deal with the Altamont Pass.
Information gleaned from this will be compiled and brought back in
some kind of a publication form.
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Affordable Housinq (430-80)
Mayor Snyder advised that he had spent the day on a field trip looking
at affordable housing in Sui sun and also Laguna West in Sacramento
County. He saw some very interesting concepts, plus some blatant
failures. Laguna West is an obvious disaster. The trip was
beneficial and he encouraged anyone who-has an opportunity to go and
see these developments.
The Council questioned the price range.
Mayor Snyder stated the lowest was $110,000 and the highest was
$180,000. They used a spoke concept with a transportation corridor.
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CLOSED SESSION
At 8:30 p.m., the Council recessed to a closed session to confer with
Legal Counsel regarding existing litigation in accordance with
Government Code section 54956.9(a): City of Dublin vs. city of
Pleasanton (640-30), contra Costa superior Court No. C93-05746.
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REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTION
city Attorney Silver advised that no action was taken.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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Mayor
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