HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.1 Approve 02-27 & 03-11-1991 Minutes ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING - February 27, 1991
An adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin
was held on Wednesday, February 27, 1991, in the Regional Meeting
Room of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at
7: 04 p.m. , by Mayor Snyder.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Burton, Howard, Jeffery, Moffatt and Mayor
Snyder.
ABSENT: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of
allegiance to the flag.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Cm. Burton announced that Kathy Robinson with the YMCA was present to
talk about a proposed YMCA program at Arroyo Vista.
Mr. Ambrose advised that this was added as an additional goal by Cm.
Burton under Recreation and that it would be appropriate to discuss
this when the Council prioritizes the goals & objectives of that
particular area.
STATUS REPORT ON 1990 GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Mr. Ambrose stated that the 1990 adopted Goals & Objectives Plan
included a total of 106 objectives. Of those objectives adopted, 76
were assigned a high priority, 24 were medium priority, and 6 were low
priority. In addition, 15 other significant assignments were given to
Staff during the course of the year.
Of the total 106 adopted objectives, 69 (65%) have been completed or
nearly completed during the last 11 months. Of the 76 objectives
which were designated high priority, 53 (70%) have been completed or
nearly completed. Of the 15 additional major assignments, 9 (60%)
have been completed or nearly completed.
CAPITAL PROJECTS
In June 1990, the City Council adopted a Capital Improvement Program
which included funding for 20 Capital Projects or Capital Equipment
items. Two additional projects were added by the Council since the
beginning of the Fiscal Year.
Of the 22 projects, 16 (73%) have been completed or are on schedule.
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Mr. Ambrose gave a status report of those projects that were behind
schedule.
Mayor Snyder asked that Mr. Ambrose explain the County's involvement
in the Senior Center Kitchen Upgrade Project.
Mr. Ambrose advised that the County is involved because they
administer the CDBG funds allocation. We are considering having
several contractors do the work rather than have a General Contractor.
Each of the various elements of the project are so unique and
specialized.
1991 GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Mr. Ambrose advised that for 1991, 100 objectives are proposed. This
includes 38 new objectives. The remaining objectives have been
carried over from the previous year and/or have been expanded or
restructured in scope.
The Park & Recreation Commission has reviewed the Recreation
Department objectives and Mr. Ambrose pointed out that they recommend
that the Afterschool Teen Program at Wells Middle School be given a
high priority instead of a medium priority as recommended by Staff.
The Commission also recommended that the Recreation video presentation
be given a medium priority instead of the low priority as recommended
by Staff.
Included in the 1990-91 Goals & Objectives Preliminary Program is a
column indicating whether adequate resources are presently available
to accomplish each of the objectives within the time frame of the
Goals & Objectives Plan.
Each Councilmember individually ranked each objective and a report was
distributed indicating a compilation of the results.
Administration
Cm. Jeffery questioned if there is a need to look at forming a
Redevelopment Agency.
Mr. Ambrose stated that a report should show whether or not this would
be beneficial.
Cm. Jeffery stated she hopes that part of the report will look at
whether or not we have an Economic Development Director. She felt
this would be a benefit to the community, as it could be a public
relations type person also.
With regard to the development of a Strategic Plan for the City, Cm.
Moffatt asked if this was more of a future long term plan.
Mr. Rankin explained the type of data we will be compiling.
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Cm. Burton questioned if it was intended to be more for information or
if it would have the effect of law.
Mr. Rankin advised that it is more of a general policy that the
decision makers can use.
Mr. Ambrose advised that one of the reasons this was looked at was as
a result of the team building session held jointly with the Planning
Commission. The Commission wasn't sure of where the City Council was
coming from with regard to a long term vision or where the community
was headed.
With regard to developing a program for use of the display cases, this
ended up as a medium priority, and Cm. Moffatt stated he would like to
see this raised to a high priority item.
Mr. Ambrose explained that we have been working with Lynne Baer on
this. She plans to do this in conjunction with her book project.
Mayor Snyder indicated that Ms. Baer is volunteering her services at
no cost to the City. It is difficult to force the issue and move it
up to high priority unless we pay for a consultant.
Bill Burnham stated he didn't understand what the hold up is on this
issue. There are hundreds of people qualified to do this.
Mr. Ambrose advised that it is a matter of not having talent in house
to do this. The display cases are in a very visible spot and someone
who has an eye for detail and aesthetics needs to advise us of the
proper set up for those items we wish to display. In addition,
special stands of various sizes and configuration need to be built.
Mayor Snyder advised that Bank of America and Tap Plastics have agreed
to provide some additional displays for the book project.
Cm. Burton indicated that his thoughts in giving this a medium
priority was that there are so many important things going on, Staff
can't take them all on.
No priorities were changed in the area of Administration.
Finance
With regard to the review of charges for services rendered by all
departments, Mr. Ambrose advised that we want to make sure we are not
at a market disadvantage.
With regard to the Sales Tax Auditing Program, Cm. Burton questioned
how we receive sales tax from those businesses that are regional.
Mr. Molina explained that we get a portion of the sales tax, and this
program would point out areas where we should review.
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With regard to the development of a 3-5 year forecast for revenues and
operating expenditures to be used in conjunction with the Five-Year
CIP, Cm. Moffatt questioned if this would take a considerable amount
of Staff time.
Mr. Ambrose responded that it would take a substantial amount of time.
We will need to spend time on finding financing mechanisms and we need
to start looking toward putting together some of the financial
components. Some of them have some very important political
ramifications.
Cm. Moffatt questioned if a forecast of this length generates enough
information to be worth the amount of time and effort expended.
Mr. Ambrose advised that we would also be looking at operating costs.
Cm. Jeffery discussed what help or part DSRSD could play, if any, in
selecting the Community Development Data Processing System. Also,
DRFA has a very simplified version of this.
With regard to the objective of improving the productivity of Data
Processing System and support to operating departments, Cm. Moffatt
asked if the person could be on a contractual basis.
Mr. Molina responded that he did not see why not and also that he
would like to see the priority raised from a medium to a high item.
Mr. Ambrose advised that we need someone with good training skills.
Cm. Burton felt that a contract person would tend more to keep up with
the latest technology.
Cm. Moffatt stated he would change his rating from a 2 to a 3 , as did
Cm. Howard and Cm. Jeffery. This raised the overall rating to a high
priority item.
Intergovernmental Relations
The Council agreed to change the goal, "Aggressively monitor
activities of other regional agencies" to include the words "and
regional proposals" . This replaced the additional goal to actively
monitor regionalism proposals.
Cm. Jeffery added a goal to work with San Ramon on joint
infrastructure needs and stated she was mainly concerned with regard
to the Dougherty Valley. She felt this could appropriately be
included as part of meeting jointly with representatives from other
agencies. The Council concurred.
Public Relations
With regard to the preparation and distribution of a 10-Year
commemorative calendar, the Council requested that the calendar be a
13 month calendar and that it be sent out in November.
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With regard to the program for recognition of outstanding development,
Cm. Jeffery felt it might be better if we approached this in a
different way. An application process was suggested.
Cm. Jeffery included an additional goal of setting up a speakers
bureau and felt it could possibly be a part of or in conjunction with
the civic education guide. She thought Staff and the Councilmembers
could provide the school district with some real world information
related to Civic Education. The Council directed Staff to continue to
offer this option to the School District.
Cm. Jeffery also added the goal of planning a 10-year Cityhood
celebration. She indicated she would like to see a large celebration
which could go on for the entire year.
Bill Burnham suggested developing some kind of a logo that could be
used with all the activities.
Mayor Snyder questioned how this would impact Staff time if it is
added as a high priority item.
Mayor Snyder and Cm. Burton agreed that they would add this item with
a medium rating of 2 . Cm. 's Jeffery, Howard and Moffatt gave it a
high ranking of 3 .
Cm. Moffatt added a goal to develop a source of funding for Chamber of
Commerce to advertise and promote the City. He stated that many other
cities do this. By doing this, we might get a little more idea of
what our business community is looking for and they would have a hand
in it.
Cm. Jeffery felt this fits better under Administration with the
economic development program. Most Chambers of Commerce in cities
such as our that have a wealth of businesses do not take money from
the city. She stated she highly objected to using "source of
funding" .
Mayor Snyder pointed out that in reviewing the list of Chamber of
Commerce members, there are many service businesses rather than large
numbers of revenue generators. This is one of the problems, in that
they don't have a good base of retail businesses that belong to the
Chamber. They might be able to use the City's Business Registration
list to generate new memberships.
Cm. Moffatt stated the funding sources don't necessarily have to come
from the City.
Bill Burnham asked if the City will ever look down road at having a
public relations persons to handle all these problems. He questioned
if the City has a public relations person.
Mr. Ambrose stated it depends on how you define public relations. He
felt everyone who works for the City is a PR representative.
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Mayor Snyder stated if there are specific instances, it is everyone's
responsibility to address it. He cautioned Mr. Burnham about
spreading rumors.
Mr. Burnham used as an example that there were a few people who just
shook their heads, tossed the Business Registration forms out and
walked away.
Mayor Snyder stated that the City could deal with the situation if
specific instances were addressed, but not with a general statement
that people are unhappy. There will always be people unhappy, no
matter what you do. If someone is unhappy with the process, then they
should contact the City and so indicate, or Mr. Burnham should recite
specifics.
Mr. Ambrose discussed the City's press release program. Each
department is authorized to deal with the newspapers directly. We
brought representatives from the newspapers in to assist and help us
develop that program.
Cm. Jeffery asked if there was a policy whereby we will generate as
much information as necessary to make sure the community knows what is
going on.
Mr. Ambrose advised that City Staff is getting more things out to the
people.
Contract Administration
Mr. Rankin discussed the concept of not reviewing annually in as much
detail those contracts that are multi-year agreements. Some of the
contracts which are multi-year include: Animal Control, Police
Services, Public Works Maintenance, and Street Sweeping.
Cm. Burton questioned the need to review contracts unless they are
coming up for renewal or we are considering going to another source.
He felt it should be left to Staff, unless a problem develops or we
need to start negotiating a new contract or finding a new source. He
felt that some of the information was superfluous.
Cm. Jeffery stated she had no problem with multi-year contract
reviews. We usually make some modifications to the Police Services
contract each year, however, so we would be reviewing that one
annually.
The Council concurred that multi-year contracts did not necessarily
have to be reviewed annually.
Planning
Mr. Ambrose advised that the Eastern Sphere of Influence dispute with
Livermore has been tabled by LAFCO.
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With regard to the medium priority General Plan Update, Cm. Burton
questioned why this has to be done now with both the East and West
Dublin studies underway.
Mr. Tong advised that the studies coincide and the State requires that
the total General Plan must be in agreement.
With regard to the report on the historic element to the General Plan,
Cm. Jeffery asked if we had had this in place a few years ago, if some
of the things could have been saved which have disappeared. We may
get into a situation where we don't have anything historical to
preserve. She was concerned that in the undeveloped areas, something
might be destroyed without our even knowing about it. Some type of a
policy should be developed.
By a Council consensus, the low priority goal, Antennae Study, was
deleted.
Cm. Moffatt added a goal to provide technical & financial aid to the
Dublin Cemetery & Historical Associations' properties. He stated he
would like to see a concept developed to see the area on Donlon Way
preserved. They are having a lot of problems over there, and are
interested in going under the umbrella of the City. They do not have
the technical know-how of how to handle some of the situations that
have developed. All 3 organizations would like to talk about this.
Cm. Burton stated he was contacted by some of the older people in the
community. The lifeblood of the Cemetery Association is getting thin.
They are looking for some long term solution to protect the Cemetery.
He felt that if the City were to step in, we could get the church back
into the heritage center. If we want to protect this area, we need to
step in and try to make it City property.
Mayor Snyder stated that 7 or 8 years ago, a study was done of the
church and he found a way to get a foundation put under it on a
volunteer basis. Since that time, nothing else has happened.
Cm. Burton felt we should try to get an agreement between the 3 groups
and develop some kind of a concept. The City should be an arbitrator
and try to find an equitable solution.
Cm. Jeffery asked if we could force them to put money into the
property to keep it up under the Property Maintenance Ordinance.
Mr. Ambrose advised that the property is not in the condition that we
could go after it.
Mayor Snyder felt the groups should be asked to come to a City Council
meeting with a collective proposal or request.
Cm. Jeffery stated each of the 3 groups has different priorities.
In addition to Cm. Moffatt's high priority ranking, Cm. 's Burton and
Howard added high rankings to this additional goal. °
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Cm. Burton added a goal to review the Sign Ordinance using local
business people as a resource. He stated he gets calls from people
who are unhappy with the Ordinance. Instead of continually having
these problems, he felt the City Council should take a look at the
areas that keep coming up.
Mayor Snyder stated a committee was used to review the new Ordinance
and it went on for 3 or 4 years. He found it disturbing that now that
it's been implemented, they have problems with it.
The Council pointed out that several changes have been made to the
Ordinance since its adoption, and if anyone has concerns, they need to
contact the City. There are avenues available with which to deal with
specific situations. They must first be brought to the Council's
attention, however.
Bobby Foscalina stated she wished to go back to the issue of the
Sphere of Influence dispute related to Doolan Canyon. She felt this
goal should be dropped from the list, or at least lowered in its
priority. Her reasons included the present drought situation.
Existing residents will be the ones to suffer. The majority of the
residents of Doolan Canyon do not wish to be a part of Dublin.
Including Doolan Canyon as part of the study will increase Dublin's
costs considerably. If things aren't done right, they will see that
they are done over.
Donna Ogelvie stated they have done a survey of the residents and
advised that they have the required number of votes in the Canyon to
stop an annexation. The developers are not residents and cannot vote.
Mr. Ambrose advised that because the City has contracts with both the
consultant and the property owners, the process cannot be stopped.
Building & Safety
Cm. Burton questioned how Staff will review the Building Permit Fee
Schedule.
Mr. Taugher advised that among other things, we will review what other
cities charge.
Engineering
No discussion was held relative to the Engineering goals.
Recreation
The Council discussed the development of a video presentation
promoting City Recreation programs, parks and facilities and stated
they would rather replace this goal with the speakers bureau and
possibly a slide presentation.
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After further discussion, by a Consensus, the Council agreed to delete
this low priority goal altogether.
Cm. Moffatt listed an additional goal to work with DHA to finish the
Arroyo Vista playground. He felt it was ludicrous that all this
equipment is just sitting there which was bought by Pleasanton and it
has never been installed.
Mr. Ambrose advised that when the sewer bids come back, we will know
how much money is available for the playground equipment installation.
Cm. Burton added a goal to work with and fund YMCA Program for youth
at Arroyo Vista. He advised that they are not trying to compete with
the Recreation Department or any other programs in the City. He was
asked by 2 board members if they could address the City with a
proposal.
Kathleen Robinson with YMCA advised that they are trying to get a
program started. They are not asking for funding. The money will be
raised from community groups, service clubs, etc. There is a
commitment to provide community services to youth here. The YMCA has
model programs in use throughout the nation. The wish list was put
together by the people at Arroyo Vista. Ms. Robinson explained their
proposal.
Mayor Snyder apologized and explained to Ms. Robinson that her
presentation should be made before the Dublin Housing Authority Board.
Cm. Burton stated he added an item related to completing Dougherty
Hills Park Plan so that the Rotary Club could adopt some of the
projects such as trails, signs, benches, etc. They want to adopt a
park and he thought this could develop some type of thought process.
Ms. Lowart advised that there is a conceptual master plan.
Mr. Ambrose indicated that there is no money in the budget for
architectural services to develop Dougherty Hills Park.
Cm. Jeffery felt that before this is added, we need to know costs.
Mr. Ambrose stated the Council should determine if this is an
appropriate project to put into the CIP.
Mayor Snyder felt that since we have a volunteer offer, this would
warrant including it in the CIP.
Cm. Burton assigned this a high priority and the balance of the
Council each assigned it a medium priority.
Police
Following discussion related to the development and implementation of
an applicant fingerprint program, Cm. Jeffery changed her ranking from
a low priority to a medium priority.
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Animal Control
With regard to a long term solution for animal shelter, Staff advised
that a draft agreement to construct a new animal shelter at Santa Rita
is in the works. We are still waiting for the final draft. The
County and each participating city would share in the equity of the
land. This will be a fairly substantial expenditure.
Cm. Jeffery added a goal to develop strategies to increase dog
licensing and stated she felt there are additional strategies we can
use. We could present some real strong advantages to having dogs
licensed. We also should make it as easy to do as possible.
Mr. Rankin advised that we have mail-in application forms at City
offices.
Mr. Ambrose advised that canvassing is the most effective way.
Bill Burnham questioned the advantage to have a dog licensed, other
than to get the dog back if it gets lost.
Cm. Burton felt there should be some kind of reminder when licenses
are going to expire.
Mayor Snyder requested that Staff find out what the procedures are
that are used by the County and bring the information to a Council
meeting.
Mr. Ambrose advised that San Ramon has also expressed an interest in
possibly considering some kind of joint effort for field services.
The majority of the Council gave a medium ranking to developing
strategies and a plan to increase dog licensing.
Disaster Preparedness
Bill Burnham questioned what kind of legal authority building
inspectors have after a disaster and if they order a building shut
down, who foots the bill if the inspector is wrong.
Mr. Taugher advised that they make an assessment and the owner has a
right to get his own engineer. The situation can then be negotiated
if there is disagreement, depending upon the specific circumstances.
Cm. Burton added a goal to set up a Disaster Council that would meet
and make decisions at the time of a disaster. He stated people needed
to know who is actually in charge in the event of a disaster. We need
to have a positive program that people are comfortable with and know
about.
Staff discussed some of the activities and planning that has occurred
in the area of disaster planning.
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Staff pointed out that the Municipal Code establishes a Disaster
Council. The new position of Community Safety Assistant recently
created, will handle the coordination of activities.
Cm. Burton stated he was unaware of some of the programs that are
already in place.
Cm. Moffatt stated that he added the goal to meet with Camp Parks
regarding disaster relief operations just to let everyone know of this
possibility of using them as a resource.
Waste Management
Mayor Snyder and Cm. Moffatt each added the goal of working with
appropriate agencies to develop a means to communicate to residents on
how to dispose of household hazardous materials.
Mr. Ambrose stated we should request Livermore and Pleasanton to help
us in applying pressure on the County.
Following discussion, this goal was given a medium ranking by Cm. 's
Burton, Jeffery and Moffatt, and a high ranking by Mayor Snyder. Cm.
Howard did not indicate a ranking on this item.
Maintenance
With regard to developing a Landscape Water Use Policy, Cm. Burton
pointed out that we have a lot of lawns out there. If we are asking
people to let their lawns go, we need to set some kind of an example.
Mr. Ambrose advised that Staff will be meeting with Bob Beebe from
DSRSD regarding the water situation and the possibility of using
reclaimed water at the Sports Grounds. The City is DSRSD's largest
water user. We have millions of dollars invested in landscaping in
the City. A game plan will be brought back to the Council which will
include a recycled water policy.
Transportation
Following discussion of the goal to work with other agencies to
implement Measure B projects, Cm. Jeffery changed her ranking from a
medium to a high priority. This gave the goal 3 high priority votes.
Capital Improvements
Mayor Snyder felt that the City needs to realistically look at what we
can fund without getting anyone's hopes up.
Mr. Ambrose advised that the individual schools are getting a lot more
active. Consideration is being given to holding a special Park &
Recreation Commission meeting and inviting all the groups that wish to
request funding to make presentations.
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Cm. Jeffery added a goal to include funding for Civic Center holiday
decorations.
After discussion, each of the Councilmembers agreed and gave this a
high priority ranking and thus, it was added to the CIP list.
Cm. Jeffery also added consideration of purchasing another season of
banners.
After discussion, each of the Councilmembers agreed and gave this a
high priority ranking. It was therefore, added to the CIP list.
Cm. Moffatt questioned when the letters on the clock would be painted
black. He thought this had been resolved.
Mr. Ambrose advised that this will be completed as soon as weather
conditions and temperatures permit.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned at 11: 55 p.m.
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Adopted Goals & Objectives, February 27, 1991
COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
I. General Government
A. Administration
High (90) Implement a "Customer Service"
Program
High (89) Prepare report on feasibility of
developing a local Economic
Development Program
High (90) Report to Council on development of
a Strategic Plan for the City
High (87) Develop Employee Recognition
Program
High (89) Prepare report on benefits of
establishing a Redevelopment Agency
Medium (90) Complete Clerical Classification
Study
Medium (91 ) Develop program for use of Display
Cases
Medium (88) Implement Records Management
Program for City Clerk Records
Medium (91 ) Complete Employee Handbook
Medium (91 ) Work with Dublin Fine Arts
Foundation to implement 1991
projects
B. Finance
High (85) Review charges for services
rendered by all departments.
High (91 ) Report to Council on Infrastructure
Financing Alternatives for General
Plan Study Areas
(89) Develop a long term financial plan
for the City which includes the
following:
High Report to Council on Sales
Tax Auditing Program
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
High Develop a 3-5 year forecast
for revenues & operating
expenditures to be used in
conjunction with Five-Year
CIP
High (90) Select & Install Community
Development Data Processing System
High (91 ) Improve Productivity of Data
Processing System & support to
operating departments
Medium (90) Update Purchasing Ordinance
C. Intergovernmental Relations
High (91 ) Aggressively monitor activities of
other regional agencies & regional
proposals
Medium (91 ) Meet jointly with representatives
from other agencies
D. Public Relations
High (91 ) Prepare & distribute 1 City
Newsletter & a 10 Year (13 month)
Calendar/Report
High (91 ) Regularly contribute articles to
Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
High (90) Complete Student/Teacher Civic
Education Guide & Set Up Speakers
Bureau
High (91 ) Plan 10 year Celebration of
Cityhood
Medium (86) Prepare report on program for
recognition of outstanding
development
E. Contract Administration
(91 ) Performance Contract Review
High (Delete) Animal Control
High Building & Safety
High (Delete) Crossing Guards
High Engineering
High Library Services
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
High (Delete) Police
High (Delete) Public Works Maintenance
High Street Sweeping
High (Delete) Traffic Signal Maintenance
High Vector Control
High Traffic Engineering
II. Community Development
A. Planning
High (87) East Dublin General Plan Amendment
Specific Plan Studies
High (85) Downtown Improvement Plan
Implementation Strategies
(89) Implement Management Audit
Recommendations
High Establish a planning &
scheduling system for current
planning applications
High Modify role of "Planner of
the Day"
High Convert records system to
street address based system
High Modify Site Development
Review process & guidelines
High Schedule current planning
applications for a public
hearing at the time of
complete submittal
High Revise Zoning Ordinance in
accordance with Management
Audit recommendations
Medium Develop more effective
handouts & brochures
High (88) West Dublin General Plan Amendment
Specific Plan Studies
High (91 ) Conduct Land Use Study for Southern
Portion of Camp Parks Property
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
High (87) Resolve Eastern Sphere of Influence
dispute with Livermore
High (91 ) Provide technical & financial aid
to Dublin Cemetary & Historical
Associations' properties
Medium (90) Prepare Density Bonus Ordinance
Medium (90) J L Construction General Plan
Amendment
Medium (90) General Plan Update
Medium (85) Revise Zoning Ordinance
Medium (90) Prepare Inclusionary Zoning
Ordinance
Medium (90) Prepare Development Agreement
Ordinance
Medium (90) Implement Miscellaneous Housing
Strategies
Medium (90) Prepare Rental Availability
Ordinance
Medium (86) Report on historic element to
General Plan
B. Building & Safety
High (91 ) Review Building Permit Fee Schedule
Medium (88) Continue follow-up of enforcement
of non-conforming signs
Medium (91 ) Develop & implement a Homeowner
Building Education Program
Medium (91 ) Apply for Flood Plain Map Amendment
C. Engineering
High (91 ) Work with Alameda County to apply
for & obtain a Non Point Source
Drainage Permit
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
III. Culture & Leisure
A. Recreation
High (89) Complete Park & Recreation
Facilities Master Plan
High (87) Develop a youth sports program
High (91 ) Complete facility development
agreements with School District for
those projects identified for
funding in Fiscal Year 1991-92
High (91 ) Establish Afterschool Teen Program
at Wells Middle School
High (91 ) Complete Renovation of Frederiksen
Tot Lot
High (91 ) Coordinate expanded St. Patrick's
Day Celebration with Dublin Chamber
of Commerce
High (89) Complete Dublin High School
Football Field & Track Renovation
High (91 ) Complete.renovation of Dublin High
School Athletic Fields
Medium (91 ) Coordinate installation of
handicapped play area by Lions Club
at Kolb Park
Medium (91 ) Undertake revision to Use Policies
for City Facilities
Medium Complete Dougherty Hills Park Plan
only so Rotary Club can adopt some
of the projects, i.e. trails,
signs, benches, etc.
Medium (89) Report to Council on appropriate
role for City regarding human
services
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
Medium (89) Develop a vandalism awareness
program in cooperation with Public
Works & Police
Low (89) Participate on Citizens for Valley
Performing Arts Center Study
Committee
Low (89) Investigate feasibility of skate
board park
IV. Public Safety
A. Police
High (87) Complete alcohol/drug awareness
program at Private High School
High (89) Implement Police Records Management
System
High (90) Develop & implement a program to
reduce commercial false alarms by
20%
Medium (91 ) Report to Council on effectiveness
of existing Traffic Enforcement
Program
Medium (89) Develop & implement a facility
operation program for police
facility
Medium (91 ) Develop & implement an applicant
fingerprint program
B. Animal Control
High (86) Prepare report to Council on long
term solution for animal shelter
Medium (91 ) Develop strategies to increase dog
licensing (i.e. make easier to do,
advertise program, etc. )
C. Disaster Preparedness
High (91 ) Hold Disaster Simulation Exercise
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
High (90) Develop Earthquake Damage
Assessment Program
Medium (91 ) Develop a Public Works Tri-Valley
Mutual Aid Agreement
D. Waste Management
High (90) Prepare recycling & source
reduction element to County Waste
Management Plan
High (90) Prepare report on expanded
recycling program to potentially
include waste oil & service to
multi-family & commercial customers
Medium (91 ) Work with appropriate agencies to
develop a means to communicate to
residents on how to dispose of
Household Hazardous Materials
V. Transportation
A. Maintenance
High (91 ) Implement 3 new community volunteer
projects
High (91 ) Develop a Landscape Water Use
Policy to include a Recycled Water
Policy
B. Transportation
High (88) Resolve issue of Downtown & East
Dublin BART Stations
High (88) Report to Council on Traffic Impact
Fee Study
High (87) Coordinate I-580 Improvements with
Pleasanton & CalTrans
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COUNCIL
PROGRAM AREA/GOAL PRIORITY PROPOSED OBJECTIVES
High (90) Develop financing plan for easterly
extension of Dublin Blvd to SP R-O-
W and 2-lane access road to
facilitate opening of Hacienda
Dr/I-580 Interchange
High (88) Work with Tri-Valley Council to
develop Regional Transportation
Plan
High (91 ) Work with Alameda County & Cities
in Alameda County to develop a
Congestion Management Plan.
High (87) Work with other agencies to
implement Measure B projects
Medium (87) Report on County Transportation
Plan
VI . Capital Improvements
Proiect
High (91 ) Civic Center Holiday Decorations
High (91 ) Add another season to the Banners
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REGULAR MEETING - March 11, 1991
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held
on Monday, March 11, 1991, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic
Center. The meeting was called to order at 7: 31 p.m. , by Mayor
Snyder.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Burton, Howard and Mayor Snyder.
ABSENT: Councilmembers Jeffery and Moffatt.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of
allegiance to the flag.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW POLICE SERVICES EMPLOYEE (700-10)
Captain Rose introduced new Police Deputy Steve Brown, who has been
with the Alameda County Sheriff's Department for 8 years. Last year
he was awarded for bravery for removing someone from an automobile
accident.
The Council welcomed Deputy Brown to Dublin.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote
(Cm. 's Jeffery & Moffatt absent) , the Council took the following
actions:
Approved Minutes of East Dublin Study Session of February 14 , 1991 and
Regular Meeting of February 25, 1991; (Mayor Snyder abstained from
voting on approval of the minutes related to the Dublin-San Ramon
Lions Club installation of handicapped playground equipment at Kolb
Park (Pages 73 & 74) , as he did not participate in discussions due to
a conflict of interest.)
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 24 - 91
AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
(Part-Time Recreation Aquatics Personnel 700-20)
and
RESOLUTION NO. 25 - 91
AMENDING THE SALARY PLAN FOR
PART-TIME RECREATION PERSONNEL
(Preschool Instructor & Preschool Aide)
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Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 26 - 91
AWARDING CONTRACT 91-01
ANNUAL SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM TO E & D SYSTEMS, INC.
($36,987 600-30)
and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement.
Accepted the City Treasurer's Investment Report for Period Ending
February 28, 1991 (330-20) ;
Authorized the City Manager to sign the City/County Mortgage Credit
Certificate Agreement and authorized a $4 ,500 appropriation to
Planning Contract Services from the Contingent Reserve (600-40) ;
Received an informational status report on the possible impacts of the
Sierra Club lawsuit on the Dublin Boulevard Improvements Capital
Improvement Project (Donlon Way to Village Parkway) 820-90;
Approved Warrant Register in the amount of $523 , 822 . 42 ;
Adopted
RESOLUTION NO. 27 - 91
APPROVING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CONTRA COSTA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY, THE COUNTY OF ALAMEDA, AND
THE CITIES OF PLEASANTON, DUBLIN AND LIVERMORE
FOR FUNDING AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE
TRI-VALLEY TRAVEL FORECASTING MODEL (600-40)
and authorized a $24, 750 budget transfer from unallocated reserves to
the Engineering operating budget to pay Dublin's share of the model.
Mayor Snyder pointed out that the Contra Costa group should not be
confused with the Contra Costa County Transportation Authority (CCCTA)
which deals with Measure C funds. The group participating in this
cooperative agreement is the Contra Costa Transportation Authority
(CCTA) . There are 2 transit agencies in Contra Costa County.
REQUEST FROM DUBLIN LITTLE LEAGUE FOR -CITY ASSISTANCE
WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A 90' BASEBALL FIELD (280-30)
Recreation Director Lowart advised that the Dublin Little League group
is requesting assistance from the City with the construction of a 90'
baseball field at Murray School. There are currently 3 90' baseball
fields in Dublin. The 2 fields at Dublin High School are scheduled to
be renovated in the near future. The Little League group is proposing
that the City and Little League work cooperatively to construct a
field at Murray School. Staff prepared an estimate of the costs
related to grading, installation of new baseball field mix,
installation of cyclone fence, fence planks for backstop, benches and
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bleachers, with costs ranging from $12 , 676 to $16, 579. Funds are not
available in the 1990-91 budget as this project was not previously
identified.
Ms. Lowart advised that funding for a complete renovation of the
Murray School athletic fields is currently included in the Five-Year
CIP and is scheduled for Fiscal Year 1992-93 .
Ms. Lowart stated that the City Council should consider the effect
that the drought may have on any proposed improvements to school
property as the City and the District are currently facing water
cutbacks of up to 50%. The anticipated cutbacks, combined with rate
increases may delay the scheduled renovation of the Dublin High School
athletic fields and if this occurs, construction of an additional
field at Murray School may be unnecessary.
Ms. Lowart pointed out that the City does not have the right to
authorize construction projects on school property and it would be
necessary for Dublin Little League to obtain permission of the School
District prior to proceeding with the proposed project.
Ms. Lowart summarized that because the School District has not yet
committed to the project, and given the uncertainty as to the
availability of water, Staff recommended that the Council defer
consideration of this request until such time that these issues are
resolved.
Cm. Burton questioned who makes the decision on whether or not to go
ahead with the High School field renovation.
Ms. Lowart advised that it would be a joint decision. If we proceed
with the project and put money into school property, we should make
sure that it is maintained so that the improvements are not lost.
Cm. Burton questioned when it would be proper to make this decision in
light of the drought, scheduling problems, and the fact that Murray
School may need the space for other uses. He asked if there should be
a decision made by both agencies that this is not a good year and say
let's wait. He questioned the process.
Mr. Ambrose advised that before we can proceed, we must enter into a
joint facilities development agreement with the School District.
There is a priority listing already and this was discussed. DSRSD has
not yet taken a position on what the water cuts will be, but they
expect that it will be a 50% cut. Staff is trying to come up with a
game plan to deal with this cut. We don't know where this project
will fit into the priority list. Also, the School District has not
yet been told by DSRSD what their cutbacks will be. We don't want to
put in a lot of money and then not be able to maintain it.
Mr. Ambrose advised that Staff will update the Council in 2 weeks,
when it will be better able to develop a window time table. It may be
necessary to just complete the design process.
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Cm. Howard asked if Staff will be discussing the Murray School project
with the School District as well as the High School project.
Mr. Ambrose advised that Staff will discuss both projects.
Ms. Lowart advised that since the Staff Report had been written, she
had talked to School District representatives and was told that if the
City or Little League came and presented this project at no cost to
them, they would be willing to talk about it (with the water issue
aside) .
David Distad, President of Dublin Little League stated he had a
contractor who wants to donate a great deal of labor toward this
project and he felt it was a great bargain for the City. Now is a
good time to do this, regardless of what happens with the High School
fields. The Murray field is also used by Valley Christian High School
and some semi-professional teams. There will be a real problem in the
future with availability of fields. There are more and more kids
moving into town and this whole issue is critical.
Dale Skinner, Senior Vice President of Dublin Little League stated
they have too few fields for the number of teams. They will need to
cut off some of the senior minor teams. They are looking at renting
some fields in Pleasanton and this puts an extra burden on the
parents, as well as the kids who have to go to another City to play
ball.
Mr. Skinner stated he is a general contractor and is more than willing
to coordinate the installation of everything, plus provide insurance
on his license. Chuck Scanlon, with the School District maintenance
department suggested they use Murray fields. They are not completely
set at having it at Murray, but are also looking at the old Dublin
Elementary School. They are proposing a dirt infield, so water
conservation should not hinder them.
Cm. Burton asked if they could play on a field without grass.
Mr. Skinner responded they could play on dirt fields, and further, we
are one of the few areas that have grass. Dirt can work without any
problems whatsoever.
When asked, Mr. Skinner advised that last year, Little League had a
100% growth when the number of teams went from 4 to 8 . This year they
are up to 10 teams and need a minimum of 4 fields.
Cm. Howard questioned since Murray School is scheduled for next year,
could we go ahead and design it this year since they don't need
irrigation.
Ms. Lowart advised that this could be possible.
Cm. Burton questioned the minimum conditions with which they could get
by.
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Mr. Skinner indicated that they do not have to go with regulation size
backstops, fencing could be reduced and canopy fencing could be
substituted. He felt the City's estimated costs were a high and
thought costs could be brought down to about $8, 000. A 1" line should
be trenched out to hose down the fields occasionally, and this would
be the only water improvement. The infield does not require watering.
Wayne Rudick, representing the Major Division stated one of the
problems they are facing is the shortage of fields on which to
practice. This is a problem that will continue to grow. The plans
are there, but by the time the issues are addressed, there will be an
additional 10, 000 people in the community. He stated he would like
this addressed as well as the golf course being looked at on the west
side within the next 2 weeks. There are some real problems at the
schools and the general condition of the fields is deteriorating.
Mayor Snyder pointed out that the City does not have maintenance
responsibility for the school fields, but only scheduling. It would
be appropriate for the School Board to hear from these people.
Cm. Burton felt it was very important for the City Council to have
numbers in terms of fields. This has always been a very important
part of Dublin, the sports parks.
Ms. Lowart advised that the parks master plan is being developed at
this time.
Mayor Snyder recommended that this be addressed to the School Board
and that the City would need to address it from a dollars standpoint
in relation to the other priorities. We need to have some agreement
with the School District. He pointed out that they most likely will
not have an answer in 2 weeks, as this is School District property.
Cm. Burton felt that in approaching the School District, we should
abandon projects requiring water maintenance. It is bad public
relations because of water restrictions. We should say that we do not
recommend that we proceed with the field renovations at Dublin High
School at this time.
Chris Campbell stated that circumstances have changed over the past
few years since the priorities were set down. Since people are
willing to contribute their time toward this project, she felt the
City Council needed to be flexible and this must be worked out. The
community's feelings should be considered.
Mayor Snyder reminded Ms. Campbell that this has to be a bilateral
decision. It has to be a collective decision as each body is a
separate political entity with specific legal responsibilities.
Cm. Burton stated what the group has done has been effective and they
approached it in the correct manner.
Mayor Snyder stated that Ms. Lowart will report back to the Council in
2 weeks.
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PUBLIC HEARING - REQUEST FOR LIMITED PARKING ZONE
ON DUBLIN BOULEVARD @ GREAT WESTERN BUILDING (570-20)
Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director Thompson advised that Dr. James Stalker of
Stalker Chiropractic has requested a limited parking zone on the south
side of Dublin Boulevard west of Golden Gate Drive. His office is on
the northwest corner of the Great Western building at 7600 Dublin
Boulevard.
Mr. Thompson explained that Dr. Stalker feels that the curbside
parking is logistically more convenient for his patients, in that the
distance to the office from Dublin Boulevard is shorter than the
distance from the parking lot at the rear of the building. Curbside
parking would accommodate approximately 7 vehicles. Dr. Stalker has
occupied this location for 3 years and has just signed a new 10 year
lease.
Mr. Thompson reported on the status of Staff observations related to
the use of the on-street parking. Observations were made several
times and at different times of the day. Staff felt that adequate
on-street parking is available without changing the time limits.
The Traffic Safety Committee considered the request twice and found
that: 1) The Dublin Boulevard Capacity Improvements project, which is
tentatively scheduled to be constructed in the Spring of 1992, will
remove all on-street parking on Dublin Boulevard; therefore, any
special parking zones installed at this time would only be available
for about a year. 2) City Staff does not wish to encourage commuters
to park in private parking lots. 3) If patients have limited
mobility, it may be safer and easier to exit a vehicle parked in the
parking lot than along a busy arterial street. The City could incur
some liability exposure by providing a limited parking zone relative
to a request of this type.
Cm. Burton questioned the process for someone to get a handicap
permit, and if it would be possible to issue some kind of a temporary
30 day permit.
Captain Rose advised that handicap parking permits are issued through
the Department of Motor Vehicles. His department enforces the
handicap zones, even on private property, but cannot issue any type of
permit.
The Applicant was not present at the meeting.
Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing.
Cm. Burton felt it was not practical to grant this request. This was
part of the doctor's consideration when he located his office there.
He felt that we should have a way of making handicap parking available
to his customers, however. He questioned the possibility of issuing
some type of temporary interim handicap parking permits.
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Mr. Thompson pointed out that there are handicap stalls at the back of
the building.
Captain Rose advised that he was not aware of any way the Police
Department could issue 30 day temporary permits, as they have to be
issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. They are currently issued
under State Law.
Mr. Thompson advised that all provisions relating to handicap parking
are through the California State Vehicle Code.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote
(Cm. 's Jeffery & Moffatt absent) , the Council denied the request.
PUBLIC HEARING - OVERSIZE VEHICLE PERMITS
ORDINANCE AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 6. 68 (650-80)
Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director Thompson advised this is the second reading of
an Ordinance which relates to oversize vehicle permit requirements. A
new law states that local jurisdictions are no longer allowed to
require a bond as a condition of an oversize vehicle permit except in
circumstances where unusually large or heavy loads pose a substantial
risk to public facilities.
AB 4228 also prohibits a local jurisdiction from requiring that the
permittee submit a Certificate of Insurance with an additional insured
endorsement and limits the amount of the insurance requirement to that
which is required by the Public Utilities Code.
No comments were made by members of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote
(Cm. 's Jeffery & Moffatt absent) , the Council waived the reading and
adopted
ORDINANCE NO. 4 - 91
AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 6. 68
RELATING TO OVERSIZE OR OVERWEIGHT VEHICLE PERMITS
PUBLIC HEARING - PURCHASING
AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 2 CHAPTER 36 (610-20)
Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director Thompson advised that this is the second reading
of a proposed amendment which came about as a result of difficulties
in obtaining a qualified janitorial service. The existing Code
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requires that the formal competitive bid process be used for purchases
or services with a cost in excess of $5, 000. Janitorial service does
not fall within any of the present categories of exempt items.
Mr. Thompson explained that the intent of this change is not to
eliminate competition for City contracts, but rather to allow Staff to
negotiate with a potential contractor on the basis of ability to
perform the work, as well as price, similar to the Request for
Proposal procedure which is used with architects and other
professional services.
No comments were made by members of the public relative to this issue.
Mayor Snyder closed the public hearing.
On motion of Cm. Howard, seconded by Cm. Burton, and by unanimous vote
(Cm. 's Jeffery & Moffatt absent) , the Council waived the reading and
adopted
ORDINANCE NO. 5 - 91
AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 36 OF THE DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO PURCHASING
PUBLIC HEARING - CHEVRON CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/SITE
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW AT 5933 DOUGHERTY ROAD PA 90-066 410-30
Mayor Snyder opened the public hearing.
Associate Planner Cirelli advised that she had just been informed that
the Applicant is requesting the item be continued to the April 8th
Council meeting in order to resolve certain issues with the property
owner.
Dale Wallen with Chevron advised that they have been working out
conditions with Staff and the property owner. The amount of
dedication is up to almost 5, 000 square feet and this is about 3 times
the amount that has been discussed. They would like to talk further
about this, and therefore request the continuation.
Mayor Snyder continued the public hearing to the April 8, 1991 Council
meeting.
PROPOSED PROGRAMS SUPPORTING U. S. MILITARY PERSONNEL 585-90
Mr. Ambrose advised that Cm. Jeffery has requested that the Council
consider joining cities in the Tri-Valley area in formulating a
Welcome Home Celebration to honor local servicemen and women and their
families. Because this celebration is in the planning stage, she has
requested that the City Council appoint her to represent the City in
working on this. A report will be forthcoming, once plans have been
formulated.
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In addition, Mayor Snyder requested that a program proposed by Dublin
resident, Richard Lee be considered which would provide for the formal
adoption of a military unit serving in the Gulf Theater of Operation
by the City. To accomplish this, the City would adopt a formal
resolution establishing its own adopted military unit; establish an
active citizen committee which will function as a liaison between the
City and the adopted unit; and arrange for a symbolic gift to be
presented to each member of the adopted unit from the City. The non-
profit organization "America Supporting Americans" , will match
military units with cities.
Cm. Burton stated he noted that tentative plans included a May 18th
date and since the nation will be celebrating on July 4th, he thought
this date was more appropriate because more of the troops would be
home by then. He questioned if this just included Persian Gulf
veterans, or if it was for all veterans. He stated he would like to
see Korean veterans and Vietnam veterans included as part of the
celebration. He asked who would select the military organization.
Mayor Snyder stated he thought if we had a suggestion, we could select
the military unit. There is an organized group that could help us.
Cm. Burton stated he would like to see some kind of connection locally
and thought this was a good program.
Mayor Snyder advised that Councilmember Jeffery had met informally and
the group felt a collective effort would make more sense. Ed Kinney,
a former Mayor of Pleasanton has offered to put together a "Good
Times" parade. Cm. Jeffery is asking to represent Dublin in the
planning.
Cm. Howard asked if this would be a conflict with Operation Valley
Shield. They are talking about May and the President is talking about
the 4th of July.
By a Council consensus, agreement was reached to have Cm. Jeffery
represent Dublin on the committee.
Mayor Snyder stated we could ask someone to come to the next Council
meeting to talk about adopting the military unit.
Cm. Howard agreed that the unit adopted should be local.
Mayor Snyder requested that the item be agendized for the next meeting
in order to provide more information.
PROVISION OF FIRE SERVICES TO
ALAMEDA COUNTY SANTA RITA PROPERTY (600-40)
City Manager Ambrose advised that in August 1986, the City and County
entered into a Property Tax Annexation Agreement in conjunction with
the annexation of the Camp Parks, Tassajara Park and Santa Rita
properties. Certain provisions of the agreement require the City to
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transfer to the County certain revenues attributable to the Santa Rita
property on a quarterly basis. Other provisions relate to the payment
for services provided by the City to the County.
Mr. Ambrose advised that a Side Letter Agreement has been prepared and
tentatively agreed to by both City and County Staff whereby the City
agrees to a payment of $55, 200 plus the actual cost per call in excess
of 22 calls per fiscal year as payment for fire services for the new
Santa Rita Jail and all other public facilities located on the Santa
Rita property. The cost for fire services of non-public buildings
will be calculated as set forth in Exhibit F of the Annexation
Agreement.
Cm. Burton stated he was disturbed in reading the agreement and
questioned why the Camp Parks property, Tassajara and Santa Rita
property were all included and the County gets the property tax on all
those properties.
Mr. Ambrose provided a history and explained that the annexation
agreement is mandated under State Law. We have to go to the County to
enter into a property tax exchange agreement. The County indicated
from their view, they wanted the agreement to be really revenue
neutral. They wanted to keep the revenue over and above the costs of
providing services. For east and west Dublin, we will not have to go
back to the County to get a property tax agreement.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote
(Cm. 's Jeffery & Moffatt absent) , the Council approved the Side Letter
Agreement for provision of Fire Services to Santa Rita property and
authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement.
1990-91 MID-YEAR FINANCIAL REVIEW (330-50)
City Manager Ambrose presented a detailed mid-year financial review
for Fiscal Year 1990-91. Revenue and expenditure projections have
been revised, based upon information from the State, the County and
historical trends. Increases in certain revenues are offset by
decreases in others which are primarily attributable to the downturn
in the housing market and a delay in acquiring and disposing of
remnant parcels associated with the Dublin Boulevard extension.
Mr. Ambrose advised that certain expenditures will exceed the adopted
budget. These included: 1) Legal Services incurred as a result of
unanticipated litigation expenses; 2) Non-Departmental as a result of
the City's purchase of FAU funds @ 80 cents on the dollar from the
City of Foster City; 3) Engineering as a result of undertaking the
Silvergate Drive and Nielsen School Traffic Studies and due to the
extended recruitment of an in-house Engineer. It is also anticipated
that Fire costs will increase as a result of pending labor nego-
tiations for salaries and benefits. Another issue is the drought.
Overall, water rates for the City will increase about 16%.
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Mr. Ambrose stated that it is anticipated that Capital Improvement
expenditures will be approximately $470, 302 less than budgeted and
discussed the various projects.
Mr. Ambrose advised that the City still remains well under its set
Appropriations Limit.
Cm. Burton commented on the criticism over the High School track
project.
Mr. Ambrose stated he would provide information related to the bad
press received after presenting the financial review.
Mr. Ambrose stated that the bottom line is that we are in better shape
than was anticipated when we put together the budget.
Cm. Burton asked what EDP was.
Mr. Ambrose indicated that this should have been ADP, Automated Data
Processing, and included a Community Development Land Use Permit
System. We are not in a position to actually get this acquired this
year. We will need to beef up our units next year to accommodate
future growth. We presently have no one in house that has the time
and technical know how to assist in installations, trouble shooting
and training. A committee has been put together to come up with a
proposal. We want to make sure we have continuity.
On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote
(Cm. 's Jeffery & Moffatt absent) , the Council: 1) approved a $5, 640
budget transfer from Contingent Reserves to Legal Services; 2)
approved a $608, 000 additional appropriation to the Non-Departmental
budget from new revenue; and 3) approved a budget transfer of $21, 244
from .the Contingent Reserve to the Engineering budget and a $45, 456
additional appropriation from new revenue to the Engineering budget.
Mr. Ambrose provided information related to the High School track
project situation. The City contracted with Collishaw Construction to
renovate the facility. There were a couple of reasons for not
completing the project. One related to replacing the old pressbox
with a new structure. We have gone back and forth with the State
Office of Architecture. Additionally, we have had a number of punch
list items which we have been holding off on because of the amount of
use the facility gets. The contractor made a major push to get as
much completed as possible before football began. The contractor did
not want to go back onto the field until we could get them some
uninterrupted time. The negative publicity was very disturbing.
Apparently, 2 School District people took it upon themselves and did
not communicate their concerns through the chain of command, but
rather decided to go directly to the press. The School District has
spoken with them about how you work as a team. School District and
City Staff met shortly after the newspaper articles to make sure we
are all working together. A lot of money is being put into these
facilities and it was pointed out to the 2 people how important it is
to work together.
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OTHER BUSINESS
Rename Existing Part of Dublin (610-20)
Cm. Burton requested that Staff to look into how to go about
officially establishing existing Dublin, or downtown Dublin, or old
Dublin to become known as Central Dublin. There has been concern
expressed about separating East and West Dublin. He would like to
look at where the lines would be proper so that it becomes
distinguishable.
Shannon Community Center Sound System (210-20)
Cm. Burton advised that he felt the Shannon Center sound system was
inadequate. Everyone must bring in their own systems. It is like a
barn over there. He did not know why a sound system was not put in
when the building was renovated. The City should review this.
Police Personnel Conduct (580-90)
Because there have been 2 serious reflections on Police personnel
conduct recently in the press, Cm. Burton stated he would like to see
our Police Department make statements that this is absolutely improper
conduct. He felt that ignoring it might be as bad as condoning it.
We should have a way of recognizing all the good police officers out
there.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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