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HomeMy WebLinkAbout*02-21-2017 AgendaFebruary 21, 2017 Dublin City Council Agenda Page 1 of 3 REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Council Chamber, 100 Civic Plaza DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL A G E N D A • Agendas and Staff Reports are posted on the City’s Internet Website (www.dublin.ca.gov) • Agendas may be picked up at the City Clerk’s Office for no charge, or to request information on being placed on the annual subscription list, please call 833-6650. • A complete packet of information containing Staff Reports and exhibits relate to each item is available of public review at least 72 hours prior to a City Council Meeting or, in the event that it is delivered to City Council members less than 72 hours prior to a City Council Meeting, as soon as it is so delivered. The packet is available in the City Clerk’s Office and also at the Dublin Library. REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1. Introduction of Dublin Police Services' Captain Nate Schmidt and Sergeant Craig Evans Dublin Police Services Captain Nate Schmidt and Sergeant Craig Evans will be introduced to the City Council. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Welcome Dublin Police Services’ Captain Nate Schmidt and Sergeant Craig Evans. 3.2 Public Comment At this time, the public is permitted to address the City Council on non-agendized items. Please step to the podium and clearly state your name for the record. COMMENTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED THREE (3) MINUTES. In accordance with State Law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Council may respond to statements made or questions asked, or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter. Any member of the public may contact the City Clerk’s Office related to the proper procedure to place an item on a future City Council agenda. The exceptions under which the City Council MAY discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3). 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are typically non-controversial in nature 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. February 7, 2017 City Council Minutes The City Council will consider approval of the minutes of the February 7, 2017 Regular City Council meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes of the February 7, 2017 Regular City Council meeting. 4.2. City Treasurer's Informational Report of Investments for the Quarter Ending December 31, 2016 The City of Dublin's Investment Policy calls for a semi-annual report of investments. This report is for the quarter ending December 31, 2016, and includes a monthly transaction ledger. The City’s investment portfolio for this period totaled $206,184,902 (book value) with an average market yield of 1.28%. All investment transactions continue to comply with the City's Investment Policy and the California Government Code. As required by the Policy, the City Treasurer (Administrative Services Director) affirms that the City is able to meet its expenditure requirements for the next six months. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report. February 21, 2017 Dublin City Council Agenda Page 2 of 3 4.3. Senior Center Registration Program The City Council will consider a Registration Program at the Dublin Senior Center. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the proposed Registration Program at the Dublin Senior Center. 4.4. Agreement with MGT of America Consulting, LLC for a Full Cost Allocation Plan and User Fee Study The City’s User Fee Cost Recovery Policy calls for a comprehensive user fee study to be conducted at least every five years to ensure that user fees reflect the City’s total costs of providing services. The City’s current fee and cost recovery model was last updated in Fiscal Year 2011-12 and has been adjusted annually to account for inflation. The City conducted a Request for Proposals and received proposals from four firms. An internal review committee, representing the Building Division, Public Works Department and Administrative Services Department, recommended that the City engage MGT of America Consulting, LLC to conduct the Full Cost Allocation Plan and User Fee Study. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution Approving an Agreement with MGT of America Consulting, LLC to Conduct a Full Cost Allocation Plan and User Fee Study. 4.5. Schaefer Ranch General Plan Amendment Study Initiation Request The City Council will consider a request by Discovery Builders, to initiate a General Plan Amendment Study for approximately 0.35 acres of area located west of the cul-de-sac terminus of Ridgeline Place adjacent to a vacant, single-family lot located at 7931 Ridgeline Place. The Study would evaluate a proposal to change the existing Open Space Land Use designation to Single-Family Residential. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution Approving the Initiation of a General Plan Amendment Study to Evaluate a Proposal to Change the Land Use Designation of Approximately 0.35 Acres Located West of the Cul-De-Sac Terminus of Ridgeline Place within the Schaefer Ranch Development From Open Space to Single-Family Residential. 4.6. Payment Issuance Report and Electronic Funds Transfers The City Council will receive listings of payments issued from December 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016 totaling $8,416,691.46 and January 1, 2017 - January 31, 2017 totaling $12,051,955.95. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the reports. 4.7. Cultural Arts Needs Assessment - Sixth Recommendation In December 2016, the City Council approved five recommendations resulting from the Cultural Arts Needs Assessment, and directed Staff to return to the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission to finalize wording of a sixth recommendation, suggested by the Commission. The City Council will consider approval of the sixth recommendation. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the sixth recommendation for the Cultural Arts Needs Assessment, as proposed by the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission. 4.8. Location for Public Artwork Honoring Veterans The City Council will consider Dublin Crossing Community Park as a proposed location for a piece of public artwork honoring U.S. military veterans and those currently serving. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve Dublin Crossing Community Park as the location for a public artwork honoring U.S. military veterans and those currently serving. February 21, 2017 Dublin City Council Agenda Page 3 of 3 4.9. Fiscal Year 2016-17 2nd Quarter Financial Review The City Council will receive a financial report through the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2016-17 and consider amendments to the budget. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report and approve the budget change. 5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION – NONE. 6. PUBLIC HEARING- NONE. 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7.1. City Council St. Patrick’s Day Parade Participation The City Council is being asked to consider three options for participation in the annual Dublin Lions Club St. Patrick’s Day Parade which will be held on Saturday, March 18. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report and select an option for participation in the Dublin Lions Club St. Patrick’s Day Parade. 8. NEW BUSINESS 8.1. Mayor's Recommendation for Appointment to Senior Center Advisory Committee The City Council will consider the Mayor’s recommendation for appointment to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Senior Center Advisory Committee. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Confirm the Mayor’s recommendation of appointment to the Senior Center Advisory Committee or provide other appropriate direction. 8.2. Citywide Tree Report The City Council will receive a report on the status of City trees within public facilities, parks, and streets. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report and provide direction, if any. 8.3. Preliminary Discussion of Public Art Master Plan Update The City Council will receive a report on the current Public Art Master Plan (adopted in 2006) and provide direction to Staff, if desired, on new items or updates that the City Council wishes to consider as part of an update to the Plan. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the report and provide direction and input for the Public Art Master Plan update. 9. OTHER BUSINESS - Brief information only reports from City Council and/or Staff, including committee reports and reports by City Council related to meetings attended at City expense (AB1234). 10. ADJOURNMENT This AGENDA is posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) If requested, pursuant to Government Code Section 54953.2, this agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability-related modification or accommodation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office (925) 833- 6650 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Mission The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe and secure environment, and fosters new opportunities.