HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.01 Draft Minutes08-17-1999 REGULAR r~EETING - August 17,1999
A regular meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, August 17, 1999, in
the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at
7:06 p.m., by Mayor Houston. -
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Howard, McCormick, Zika, Vice Mayor Lockhart 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 PERSONNEL
7:08 p.m. 3.1 (700-10)
City Manager Ambrose introduced the City's new Economic Development Director,
Christopher Foss whose first day with the City was yesterday. Chris comes to us from the
City of Burbank where he was Deputy. City Manager. He has a multitude of skills and
abilities.
Mr. Foss stated he looks forward to working here and will be trying to live up to Greg's
performance:
APPOINTMENT OF VEHICLE DEALERSHIP
SIGNAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
7:09 p.m. 3.2 (I I0-30)
Mayor Houston advised that the Council instructed Staff to make possible changes to the
City's Sign Regulations regarding Vehicle Dealership SigTts, and at the June 1 st Council
meeting, the decision was made to form-a Vehicle Dealership Signage Advisory
Committee with elected and appointed officials and representatives from the auto
dealerships.
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Those contacted who expressed a willingness to serve on this committee include:
Les Jones crown Chevrolet
Craig Caldwell Shamrock Ford
Marc Harvey Dublin Honda
Ed Cornelius Dublin Toyota
Mike Nohr Nohr RV Center
Dave Bennett El Monte RV
Gregory Hill Dublin Auto Center
Brad Kassabian Kassabian Motors
Eric Strickland Chrysler Stoneridge Motors
Don Johnson Dublin Chamber of Commerce Representative
Bruce Fieldlet General Community Member
Vice Mayor Lockhart commented about Cm. Zika being an alternate and suggested
instead that he be a member instead of just an alternate.
Mayor Houston stated he doesn't see this as a long term commitment, and he felt this
would be okay.
On motion of Mayor Houston, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
Council confirmed the Mayor's appointments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Staff pulled Item
7: 11 p.m. Items 4. I through 4.10
On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote,
the Council took the following actions:
Approved (4.1) Minutes of Regular Meeting of August 3, 1999;
Adopted (4.2 670-40)
RESOLUTION NO. 155- 99
SUMIC~ARtLY VACATING PUBLIC SERVICE EASEMENT
PARCEL 6 OF PARCEL MAP 7223
HACIENDA CROSSINGS
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Authorized (4.3 350-20) Staff to distribute an RFP for maintenance of the City's
telephone systems; a 198-port NEC NEAX 2400 IMS switch and a NEAXMail AD-40
voice mail system;
Authorized= (4.4 600-40) the Mayor to execute a contract with the Dublin Housing
Authority for administering CDBG fund expenditures for FY 1999-2000 for the Arroyo
Vista Roof Repair Project;
Adopted (4.5 600-60)
RESOLUTION NO. 156- 99
Adopted (4.6
APPROVING FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 7084
DUBLIN GREENE
600-60)
RESOLUTION NO. 157 - 99
APPROVING FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 7149
DUBLIN GREENE
Accepted (4.7 600-30) improvements under Contract 99-11B, Heritage Center
Improvements, Phase II; authorized release of $7,589.40 retention after 35 days if there
are no subcontractor or supplier claims; authorized $3,635.61 budget appropriation
from Unallocated In-Lieu Parkland Reserves; and authorized the Mayor to execute the
Budget Change Form;
Adopted (4.8 600-60)
RESOLUTION NO. 158- 99
Approved (4.10
APPROVING FINAL MAP FOR TRACT 7147
(KOLL DUBLIN CORPORATE CENTER) _
300-40) the Warrant Register in the amount of $ 1,205,550.33.
Mr. A2nbrose stated Staff wished to pull Item 4.9 from the Consent Calendaz:
Ms. Lowa2f stated thez~ were no details regarding exisb~lg trees in the odgin~d repoz~ so
Staff went bacX' to our consultant.
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3~s, Lowar~ stated Staff pulIed the ite~ and ~cox~s~ends that Ianguage be ~dded or
z~sed as follows:
S~fion 0~00- Irz~ga~n and Wa~r SuppI~ confa~d in Volus~e N of t he Cify of
DubI~ F~k Devilopulent S~ds, ~ III Guide fo Ci~ S~andard Technical
Speci~a~ns, should be re, acid ~h fh~ folIo~g s~c~ion:
Seo~n 0~00- IHiga~n ~d Water Supply
~re s~yci~d wa~r is available, hrigation sys~ex~ shMi be designed ~d insfalI~d in
accordance ~fh fh~ Dublin S~ ~on S~s Dis~f Sf~dard Specifica~bns
Dz'a~gs for Desi~ and Install~n of Wa~er ~nd Was~ewa~er U~li~s ~d ~he City of
Dublin WBter E~ient l~cape Or~h~ce No.
Refer to i~onna~n ~d req~re~nents included in Fa~ ~ '~cKied Manufact~ers m~d
Produce Requiresn ents'~
Fm'B~'aph ~o re,Sew m~d mo~/complete:
I. 02~ List scope of wor~
Ms. ~wa~ stat~ newparks m'e ~oing to be se~ed by reqcled wg~el: Sec~n 02GO0
should be replaced in its en~ ~at~ bein$ gdded b included in the Staff
Czn. McComnick stat~ she had one obsez~a~n under pz~tec~n of ~ees while
cons~cB~n is ping on gound thein. She s~a~ed it b interes~g ~ha~ we ~II be
pr~E~hg them ~th fh' st~-es ~d other dead ~'ees. ~is is ~most like c~nib~ism. She
ques~bned ~ thez~ are other matczars that could be used.
Ms. ~wax~ responded that we could pxubably subs~ute ~th steel or metal st~es.
cs~. ~cCon~ick stated her other issue is we are pro~dinJ the w~ter and pa~nJ for it.
We need to encoux~Je &ouJht x~si~tant ~ee
Ms. ~wa~ stated ~ the Ci~s Orifice de~bJ ~th wat~ efficient I~dsoape thex~ is
discussion related ~o ~is ~d we m'e c~iz~t of this.
C~. ~4cCon~ick co~n~nented we also need to be carefuI about loca~n of w~ter fountains
and other f~niture ~ the
Mayor Houston ~ked K we could enoo~aJe recycled stakes so we don't have to
ca~ibdize ~y mox~ ~'ees.
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C~n. McComniclc asked if t~e City has an m'bodst on staff
A/Is. Lowart stated in cases whes~ m~ arborist is called fo6 the developer would have
pro,dde the ses~ices of an m'bodst.
On motion of Cm. McCormick, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
Council adopted (4.9 920-20) Park Development Standards with modifications as
discussed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - SUPPORT OF AB 1448 AND ACA 16
"FAIR COMPETITION AND TAXPAYER SAVINGS" LEGISLATION AND INITIATIVE
(CONTRACTING WITH PRIVATE FIRMS FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES)
7:18 p.m. 5.1 (660-40)
Public Works Director Lee Thompson advised that these measures, which are the
opposite of Proposition 224 (the tECG initiative) on the November 1998 ballot, would
allow the State and local agencies to contract with private firms for engineering and
architectural design services. Use of private firms for these services has been both
expedient and cost-effective for the City in the past, and Staff therefore recommended
that the City Council support the measures.
Mayor Houston felt this not only gives us IocaI control, but it also allows us to get things
done.
Cm. McCormick requested that the Council vote on these separately.
Mayor Houston stated typically, the Council doesn't take positions on initiatives. He
questioned why they are seeing both of these.
Mr. Thompson stated one is an Assembly Bill and one is an Assembly Constitutional
Amendment.
City Attorney Silver stated technically the ACA would be on the ballot as an initiative.
She stated she wasn't sure either of these is on the ballot yet. The ACA would be put on
by the Assembly. The other one is citizen sponsored.
Cm. Zika stated he felt if ACA 16 passes, the initiative is redundant.
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Ms. Silver stated there may be some difference in content. These have to go to both
houses.
Cm. McCormick stated there is a third one; the Fair Competition and Taxpayer Savings
Initiative. There are 3 things, and 2 are sponsored by the Assembly.
Ms. Silver stated Staff could do 3 different resolutions should the Council so desire.
Cm. McCormick stated she wanted to vote separately on the Fair Taxpayers one.
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated she noticed on the Taxpayers one that we got a lot of
information on one side only. She stated she did not feel on this one that they have
enough information to go one way or another.
Cm. McCormick stated she takes issue with some of the lanocmage. She resents attacking
one group of people.
On motion of Mayor Houston, seconded by Vice Mayor Lockhart, and by unanimous
vote, the Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 159 - 99
SUPPORTING AB 1448, ACA 16
REGARDING PUBLIC AGENCY CONTRACTS WiTH
PRIVATE ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING FIRMS
On motion of Mayor Houston, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by majority vote, the
Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. I60- 99
SUPPORTING FAIR COMPETITION AND TAXPAYER SAVINGS INITIATIVE
REGARDING PUBLIC AGENCY CONTRACTS WITH
PRIVATE ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING FIRMS
Cm. McCormick and Vice Mayor Lockhart voted in opposition to the motion.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATION ~ LETTER FROM CITY OF SAN RAMON
REGARDING SOUND STUDY REQUEST FOR ALCOSTA BOULEVARD
7:27 p.m. 5.2 (530-35)
Public Works Director Lee Thompson advised that several months ago, the City received a
request from a resident of Ashford Way resident, that the Cities of Dublin and San Ramon
jointly consider contracting for a sound study to determine whether a soundwall is
warranted along Alcosta Boulevard between Davona Drive and Bandon Drive. The City
of San Ramon has responded that it is not willing to make a financial contribution
toward a study or construction of a wall at this time.
Mr. Ambrose stated he discussed this with San Ramon's City Manager, who advised him
that the San Ramon City Council eliminated this from their CIP this year.
Mayor Houston stated he felt this is as far as it goes. He did not feel there is any
obligation to do this.
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated she agreed, and further she did not see how the eastern part
of Dublin affects traffic as far away from it as you can get. This argument cannot be
made. It would not make sense to do a study if we are not prepared to go forward with a
soundwall.
PUBLIC HEARING
CERTIFICATION OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION & ESTABLISHMENT
OF RIGHTS-OF-WAY LINES FOR PORTIONS OF TASSAJARA ROAD, ,
GLEASON DRIVE, CENTRAL PARKWAY AND DUBLIN BOULEVARD
7:30 p.m. 6.1 (670~40)
Mayor Houston opened the public hearing.
Senior Engineer Kevin Van Katwyk presented the Staff Report and advised that this is the
first of two protest hearings for the establishment of plan lines for portions of four streets
in eastern Dublin. These plan lines will be used for the dedication and purchase of
rights~of-way for the ultimate street improvements.
Tim Quinn, Development Manager with Greenbriar Land Company, stated they have
submitted an application for a residential development on the west side of Tassajara
Road, north of I~580. This project, known as Tassajara Creek, is located on the Yarra
Yarra Ranch directly across from the Dublin Ranch development now under
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construction. Based on conversations with Public Works Staff, it was their understanding
that the southbound deceleration lane is to be 80 feet plus a 60 foot taper at North '~
Dublin Ranch BouIevard. In reviewing the proposed right-of-way plans, they noted that
the Ien~h of the proposed lane at North Dublin Ranch Boulevard is shown as 200 feet.
They requested that the plan be corrected to show an 80 foot deceleration lane.
Mr. Van Katwyk stated back on June 8th it was adopted at 200 feet. It has since been
reviewed and Staff agrees that 80 feet is efficient.
Mayor Houston closed the public heating.
No protests were received.
On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote, the
Council adopted (with the change from 200 feet to 80 feet for the deceleration lane
RESOLUTION NO. 161 - 99
CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF RIGHT-OF-WAY LINES FOR A PORTION OF TASSAJARA ROAD
(FROM NORTH OF !-580 TO THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF
DUBLIN RANCH TRACT 6962-NEIGHBORHOOD M1 ), AND FOR PORTIONS
OF DUBLIN BOULEVARD, GLEASON DRIVE AND CENTRAL PARKWAY
(FROM TASSAJARA ROAD TO THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF
DUBLIN RANCH AREAS F, G & H) -.
and waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance Establishing Right-of-Way
Lines, indicating no protests received.
ART IN THE PARKS PROIECTS FOR KOLB & MAPE MEMORIAL PARKS
7:36 p.m. 7.1 (900-50)
Parks & Community Services Director Diane Lowart advised that artwork pieces have
been selected for placement in Kolb Park and Mape Memorial Park.
/Ms. Lowart advised that the Parks & Community Services Commission reviewed the
proposed artworks at their meeting last evening and support both.
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Lynne Baer, Executive Director of the Dublin Fine Arts Foundation discussed the way the
artworks were selected. Both projects are durable, safe, and have passed as far as
maintenance.
With regard to Kolb Park, the Neighborhood Selection Committee selected the work by
Artist John King from Eureka. The proposed artwork is a sculptural installation that will
consist of a circle with a diameter of 15 to 20 feet with seating and pillars forming a
retreat or contemplative area. The artwork is proposed to be placed between the
playground area and the picnic tables facing Brighton Drive. The theme on the concrete
tile floor wilI have its basis in particle physics or one of the biological sciences. The artist
proposes to work with elementary or high school students to create the designs in the
floor.
With regard to Mape Memorial Park, the Neighborhood Selection Committee selected the
work by Artists Donna Billick and Troy Corliss, two mosaic artists from Davis. They are
proposing the creation of a freestanding archway to be located as an entryway to the
park at the San Sabana Road entrance. The arch will be positioned as both a passage,a:ay
into the park as well as a landmark that symbolizes the community's involvement and
ownership of Mape Memorial Park. The surface of the arch will be covered with tiles
created by the artists and community. Members of the community will be invited to take
part in a workshop conducted at the park. The artists will supply materials and teach
techniques to create handmade tiles in wet clay or to make tile mosaic images to be
included as surface images on the arch. The artists propose working with the theme of
regional environmental elements found in and around the Tri-Valley area.
Mayor Houston asked about the timetable for implementation, or when the artwork will
be finished.
Ms. Baer stated they have raised half the money needed. They have about $I8,000 in
their account and have pledges and commitments for additional funding which they will
pursue. Each one of the projects should take just over 2 months, so they hope to have
them up by the first of the year.
Cm. McCormick stated for the record that she is the non-compensated President of DFAF.
Ms. Silver stated there is no voting issue in this case.
On motion of Cm. Zika, seconded by Vice Mayor Lockhart, and by unanimous vote, the
Council approved the recommended artworks for Kolb Park and for Mape Memorial
Park.
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AUTHORIZATION TO ENGAGE BOND UNDERWRITER
FOR DUBLIN RANCH ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 1999-1
AND TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT
7:43 p.m. 8.2 · (360-I0/600-30)
Interim Administrative Services Director Joe Aguilar presented the Staff Report and
advised that the City entered into a Development Agreement with the Jennifer Lin Family
for the development of 1,500 acres in the eastern portion of the City. In accordance with
that agreement, and at the request of the Lin Family, the City recently initiated
proceedings for the formation of an Assessment District to finance public improvements
for a portion of their land holdings (approximately 500. acres).
Mr. Aguilar stated engagement of a Bond Underwriter will allow the City to continue
with the formation of the District and the issuance of bonds in a timely and efficient
manner. The Bond Underwriter plays a key role in formulating the financial structure
and marketing the bonds to be issued by the District. The Underwriter will be
compensated on a contingent basis solely from the bond proceeds generated by the
issuance of bonds for Assessment District 1999-1. The underwriter fees are subject to
parameters to be set forth in bond documents that will be approved by the City Council
in the future.
Mr. Aguilar advised that Warren Miller, Managing Director with Stone & Youngberg
was present to address any questions or concerns.
Mayor Houston stated this is a single entity property owner/developer, so they will be
negotiating in the future.
Mr. Aguilar stated yes, both the underwriter and developer will need to do a lot of joint
work. Bonds are most likely to be issued in December or January.
Mr. Ambrose stated one of the critical items is to make sure the Planned Development
issues are resolved. A couple of issues that we did not anticipate have come up, so it
might be as late as February before the bonds can be issued.
Mr. Ag-uilar replied, when asked, that we received responses from 4 firms. This is a very
specialized area of bond issuing and underwriting.
Mr. Ambrose advised that we wanted to make sure we got a firm that understands SEC
regulations backsyards and forwards. One of the Principals of this firm was on the SEC
commi~ee.
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On motion of Mayor Houston, seconded by Vice Mayor Lockhart, and by unanimous
vote, the Council adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 162- 99
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ENGAGE STONE & YOUNGBERG AS
BOND UNDERWRITER FOR THE DUBLIN RANCH ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
AND TO NEGOTIATE A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT FOR SUCH SERVICES
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY
7:50 p.m. 8.3 (600-30)
Par'ks & Facilities Development Manager Herma Lichtenstein presented the Staff Report
and advised that the Library Screening Committee reviewed five proposals, interviewing
four of the teams. The fee estimates of the four finalisis ranged from $822,245 to
$I ,154,044. In May, the City Council authorized Staff to negotiate an agreement with
BSA Architects and to develop a Public Participation Plan, and requested that the Public
Participation Plan and Agreement be presented together for review and approval.
Ms. Lichtenstein discussed the Public Participation Plan and advised that public
participation in the programming and design of the library will be incorporated in a
number of ways. Staff is recommending the formation of a Project Review Committee,
which will have representation from City Staff, County Library Staff and the Architect
and their sub-consultants. Representation by the City Council on the Project Review
Committee may also be desirable. The PRC will meet at key intervals during the 'project
for the purpose of reviewing the progress of the project and providing input on design
and programming issues.
Ms. Lichtenstein reviewed the agreement and schedule. Phase One would include
pro~mzamming/public involvement process and would be scheduled'August- December
1999. Phase Two includes visioning in October 1999. Phase Three includes concept
design in November 1999 -January 2000. Phase Four includes schematic design in
January - April 2000. Phase Five includes design development in May - November
2000. Phase Six includes construction documents in December 2000-July 2001.
Finally, Phase Seven would be bid and construction administration in Au~mst 2001 -
November Z002.
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Vice Mayor Lockhart asked if, under Phase Two visioning, the physical site requirements
and location would fall under this also, .~/
/Ms, Lichtenstein replied yes and explained how this will work,
Mayor Houston stated he thought we would be under construction late next year.
Mr. Ambrose stated the Architect selection process took time. This has slowed the
project.
Mayor Houston clarified that we go out to bid on July I, 200I.
Mr. Ambrose stated it was originally anticipated that it would take about 48 months. The
Feasibility Study discusses 2003 being open for operation.
Cm. McCormick recommended that a member of the new Ar~s & Heritage Commission
be involved also.
Mr. Ambrose stated this is really an internal working group that will provide direction to
the Architect. It is more of a steering committee rather than having outside people
providing input. There will, however, be numerous public meetings throughout the
project.
Mayor Houston felt it is important to make sure that we involve our commissions during
the public comment periods.
Cm. Zika clarified that this group won't be selecting colors, but rather greasing the skids
to keep it moving forward.
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated she felt we definitely need City Council input on this.
Ms. Lichtenstein referenced page 14 under Y, Art Plan. The architect has included an art
plan. We anticipate going to the new commission to get input.
Mayor Houston stated'he felt the Planning Commission and the Parks & Recreation and
all the commissions should be a part of this.
On motion of Vice Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous
vote, the Council approved the Public Participation Plan, approved and authorized the
Mayor to execute the Agreement, and determined that Cm. McCormick would serve on
the Project Review Committee.
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OTHER BUSINESS
8:05 p.m.
Concert at Civic Center (950-40)
City Manager Ambrose reminded everyone that on August 27% .there will be another
concert here at the Civic Center.
Pasta Festival (950-40)
Mr. Ambrose advised that the Fasta Festival logo has been distributed.
Vice Mayor Lockhart commented on the Pasta Festival and expressed concern that service
clubs are participating, but it's 4 weeks out and all the Soroptimist Club has seen is a list
showing them as cashiers, but they have no idea of the specifics.
Ms. Lowart stated Staff will check on this.
Dedication of Memorial Plaque for Depu.ty Mortego (580-40)
Mr. Ambrose advised that the plan for the Deputy John Monego memorial dedication is
to be just prior to the City Council meeting on September 7tK He would like to have
another meeting with the sub-committee.
Sound System (200-20)
Mr. Ambrose reported that Staff is trying to get the Council Chamber sound system
working more effectively and efficiently. _
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Hannin~ Field Trip (420-10)
Mr. Ambrose advised that tentatively on September 25th there will be a planning field
trip to look at high density development and BART. Staff wilt do appropriate noticing.
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Upcoming Events (950-40)
Cm. Zika stated on September 12m we have the Pasta Festival and the cowboy thing and
also dedication of the soccer field. He asked if there is some 'kind of schedule for the
dedication. He stated he would like to know this because of other commitments.
Mayor Houston stated the opening of the soccer season activities will be on September
11 m at 10:00 a.m.
Mr. Ambrose stated DSRSD is working on some kind of recycling event. Staff will keep
the Council informed as this develops. Soccer and DSRSD are inviting members of the
CLASH soccer team.
Recycling (810-60)
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated with regard to the green build trailer demonstration, she was
hoping we could have this set up before a Council meeting. It has been to all other cities
in the valley. This would be a very interesting thing with all the building going on.
Mr. Ambrose stated Staff has contacted W/VIA and discussed an appropriate venue. We
want to make sure the construction community is invited. Staff is working on this to
make certain to get maximum participation. It has not been forgotten.
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Iron Horse Trail (930-30)
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated_ the Iron horse Trail is great. The minute the surface dried,
there were people out there. She asked if the gate at Amador Valley Boulevard will be
opened when all is finished.
Mr. Thompson stated there will be a pedestrian opening with bollards. This should be
completed soon.
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Tree Lighting Ceremony (200-10)
Vice Mayor Lockhart commented on the memo regarding the Civic Center renovation
and having to use the Regional Room for storage. The room will be out of commission for
quite a bit of time. She stated she was curious with regard to the annual tree lighting
ceremonies, and if we will be looking at an outside tree this year.
Mr. Ambrose stated we thought abut doing an outdoor tree with a lobby reception. We
may be able to manipulate the schedule to use the Regional Meeting Room on Dec 4th.
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated she felt maybe this would be a good year to try an outside
tree and encouraged Staff to look into this.
Mayor Houston agreed that in the outside atrium area of the Civic Center we would have
more space. We could put up some kind of cover and rent some heaters. This is a
popular community event, and as the City has gotten bigger, it has outgrown the inside
Tri -Valley Transportation Report ( 1060-40)
Vice Mayor Lockhart stated she had received a Tri-Valley Transportation year end
financial report for 1998-99 and spreadsheet showing where the monies is coming from
and how it is going out. This is fascinating information. She requested that copies be
distributed to everyone.
LAVTA Transit Plan (1060-20)
Vice Mayor Lockhart advised that LAVTA is scheduling some open house meetings to
review their Short Term Transit Plan for 1999-2000 and their 2010 Vision. One
meeting will be in Pleasanton and one in Livermore and they were talking about also
setting up one in Dublin in September. They will go through the plan with residents.
They may use DSRSD space. She requested that Staff look at this and follow up with Vic
Sood.
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LAVTA/Soroptimist Clubs Ceil Phone Collection (1060~20)
Vice Mayor Lockhart reported that there is going to be a cell phone collection campaign.
Soropfimist Clubs in Dublin, Pleasanton and Livermore are working with LAVTA to
'promote the collection of used cell phones that are no longer in service. There are a lot of
people out there with motorized scooters or wheelchairs and it was felt in the Tri-Valley
we could probably collect about 200 and distribute these to those who travel in
wheelchairs and motorized scooters. They would be programmed for 911 calls.
Cm. Zika stated he had one to donate.
1999-2000 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORK PROGRAMS
8:20 p.m. 8.1 (420-20)
This item was moved to after Items 8.2, 8.3, and Other Business.
Community Development Director Eddie Peabody presented the CD DepartTnent's Work
Programs and Implementation Strategies.
Priority 1
West Dublin
Downtown Programs
Priority 2
Priority 3 Citywide
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B.
C.
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West Dublin Extended Planning Area
General Plan Amendment
Open Space Study
Redevelopmerit Feasibility Study
Three Specific Plan Amendments
Downtown Physical Improvemen,ts
Affordable Housing Implementation
Telecommunications
Mayoi~ Houston stated this was a good comprehensive overview of what we are doing.
Cm. McCormick asked if, in the affordable housing element, we are considering senior
citizen housing.
Ivir. Peabody stated yes, we will explore the whole gambit and also explore what the
demand may be in the community.
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Vice Mayor Lockhart asked about the telecommunications policy, and what we are doing
in the meantime.
Mr. Peabody stated We are dealing with short term issues. We had one interested in
placing a facility inside one of the signs on private property. These are primarily related
to wireless communications. We are approving some that have no impacts. Any
permanent facilities, towers, etc., we need to look at where do we locate them. This will
be a policy issue. Private enterprise and ideas will need to be discussed and City Council
direction provided.
Mayor Houston advised that underground right-of-way wili also need to be discussed.
Mr. Ambrose stated we have a substantial investment in our roadways and patches are
not as strong so we need to look at some kind of a schedule.
Vice Mayor Lockhari with regard to the redevelopment feasibility study - we're moving
forward with this?
Mr. Ambrose stated we looked previousIy at some consultants and weren't satisfied that
they understood Dublin's needs, so we went back out. Most firms need 1G to 20 weeks to
look at the different areas to complete the vision as to whether they qualify for
redevelopmerit. We don't want to waste taxpayer dollars by duplicating work.
Vice Mayor Lockhart commented on the open space policies, and asked if there will be
opportunity for public input.
Mr. Peabody stated he felt item G would partially address this (communicate goals and
objectives to affected property owners) and then when we come up with a program,
under item 9 (discuss with affected property owners), we would go back out and talk to
affected propert3T owners.
Vice Mayor Loc'khart asked if, in identifying open space issues, there will be any public
input in this part. She wanted to make sure as we are setting our goals and objectives
that we are including public input so the people still feel they have a voice in this whole
process.
Cm. Zika commented it was a good presentation.
No action was necessary.
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Them being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 8:49 p.m.
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