HomeMy WebLinkAbout*01-18-2011 CC AgendaREGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
DUBLIN CIVIC CENTER, 100 Civic Plaza
DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL
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REGULAR MEETING 7: 00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Introduction of New Employee: Stephanie Mein, Recreation Coordinator, Parks and
Community Services (700-10)
3.2 Acceptance of Donation Grant from the Altamont Cruisers Car Club (150-70)
Dublin Police Services' Crime Prevention Unit was given a generous grant from,the Altamont
Cruisers Car Club. The grant amount of $3,000 will be used for presenting an afternoon
forum to educate parents of Dublin middle and high school students on teenage prescription
drug diversion. The Dublin City Council will present the Altamont Cruisers Car Club with a
Certificate of Appreciation for their donation. ~
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept the $3,000 donation, approve the Budget Change and
formally recognize the donor.
3.3 Acceptance of Donation from the Valley Spokesmen Touring Club (150-70)
Dublin Police Services' Crime Prevention Unit was given a generous donation from Valley
Spokesmen Touring Club. The donation amount of $1,500 will be used to expand the Dublin
Police Services bicycle safety program. The Dublin City Council will present Valley
Spokesmen with a Certificate of Appreciation for their donation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept the $1,500 donation, approve the Budget Change and
formally recognize the donor. .
3.4 National Blood Donor Month Proclamation (610-50) ~
The City of Dublin will present a proclamation regarding "National Blood Donor Month."
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Present proclamation. .
3.5 Public Comments ~
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4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are typically non-conlroversial in nalure and are considered for approval by the City Council with one single action. Members
of the audience, Staff or the City Council who would like an item removed from the Consent Calendar for purposes of public input may request the
Mayor to remove the item.
4.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of December 21, 2010; Minutes of Special Meetings of
December 7, 2010 and December 21, 2010
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes.
4.2 Support for Regional Funding Priorities at the National Level for the Federal Fascal Year
2012 (660-50)
The Tri-Valley Cities, including~Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and San Ramon,
undertake an annual process to develop a federal legislative agenda for consideration by
members of the congressional delegation in January of each year. This year, congressional
leaders have requested a resolution in support of the jointly identified federal priorities from
the participating cities.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution regarding Support for Regional Funding
Priorities at the National Level for the Federal Fiscal Year 2012.
4.3 2011 St. Patrick's Day Festival & Street Closures (950-40)
California Vehicle Code section 21101, subdivision (e), provides that local authorities may,
by ordinance or resolution, temporarily close a portion of any street under their jurisdiction
for "celebrations, parades, local special events, and other purposes" as long as the authorities
determine that the closing is "necessary for the safety and protection of persons who are to
use that portion of the street during the temporary closing." In order to close streets affected
by the 2011 St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock SK Fun Run and Walk, it is necessary for
the City Council to adopt a resolution.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution Authorizing Temporary Street Closures for
the 2011 St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock SK Fun Run and Walk.
4.4 Supplemental Reports~Prepared by the Auditors for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2010
(310-30)
In addition to the audit which is incorporated in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
(CAFR), the external auditors also prepare additional reports for the City. The CAFR was
presented as part of the City Council Agenda on December 21, 2010. Caporicci and Larson
(C&L), a subsidiary of Marcum, LLP, issued supplemental reports related to: Federal grant
expenditures (Single Audit); Review of the Appropriations Limit Calculation; and Measure B
~ Transportation Funds.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the reports.
4.5 Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Goals and Objectives Quarterly Report and Capital Improvement
Projects Status through December 31, 2010 (100-80)
The City Council will receive a quarterly status report on the adopted Fiscal Year 2010-2011
Goals and Objectives and Capital Improvement Projects. The report includes the current
status of the year's adopted objectives and proposed completion dates for the objectives. The
report also includes the status of funded Capital Improvement Projects.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report.
4.6 Check Issuance Reports and Electronic Funds Transfers (300-40)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Review and authorize the issuance of payments.
5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None.
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None.
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8. NEW BUSINESS
8.1 City Councilmember Dublin Pride Week Committee Appointments (150-SO)
The City Council will consider confirming the Mayor's appointments to the 2011 Dublin
Pride Week Committee for a limited term beginning January 2011 and ending December
2011. The Dublin Pride Week Committee plans and prepares this annual event, which seeks
to engage individuals and/or groups in action based activities to help improve the community.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Confirm the Mayor's appointment of himself and
Councilmember Biddle to the Dublin Pride Week Committee and confirm the appointments for
the limited term of January 2011 through December 2011.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
8.2 Consideration of a Request for Sewer Capacity Assistance (600-40)
The City Council will provide direction to Staff regarding a request from Bratts Entertainment
for participation in the City's Sewer Capacity Assistance Program.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide direction regarding the request for participation in the
Program.
8.3 Positano Neighborhood Park - Agreement for Landscape Architectural Services and
Consideration of Name for Park(600-30)
In November 2010, Staff circulated a Request for Proposals to six landscape architectural
firms to complete the design and construction documents for the 4.6 Acre Neighborhood Park
in the Positano Development. As a result of the process, Staff has determined that MPA
Design has the experience necessary to complete the project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt ltesolution Approving an Agreement with MPA Design
for the Positano Neighborhood Park; and provide direction regarding a name for the park.
9. OTHER BUSINESS
9.1 Brief INFORMATION ONLY reports from Council and/or Staff, including Committee
Reports and Reports by Council related to Meetings Attended at City Expense (AB 1234).
10. ADJOURNMENT - In memory of Staff Sgt. Sean Diamond and our fallen troops.
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Mission
The Ciry of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life which ensures a safe and secure environment that fosters new
opportunities.
Vision
Dublin is a vibrant city committed to its citizens, natural resources, and cultural heritage. As Dublin grows, it will balance history
with progress, to sustain an enlightened, economically balanced and diverse community.
Dublin is unified in its belief that an engaged and educated community encourages innovation in all aspects of City life, including
programs to strengthen our economic vitality, and support environmental stewardship and sustainability through the preservation
of our natural surroundings. Dublin is dedicated to promoting an active and healthy lifestyle through the creation of first-class
recreational opportunities, facilities and programs.
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