HomeMy WebLinkAbout*04-03-2012 CC Agenda REGULAR MEETING
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..DUBLIN: CMC CENTER, 100 Civic:Plaza :
DUBLIN C1TYA COUNCIL
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CALL TO ORDER & CLOSED SESSION 6:30 P.M.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS -
Property: Portion of Dublin Boulevard right of way fronting 11501 Dublin Boulevard
Agency Negotiator: Chris Foss, Assistant City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Ring Family Revocable Trust and the Davies Family Revocable Trust
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
2. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1. Certificate of Recognition for the Dublin Stealth Soccer Team
The City Council will present a Certificate of Recognition to the Dublin Stealth Soccer Team on their
recent accomplishments.
STAFF, RECOMMENDATION:
Present Certificate of Recognition.
3.2. Approval of the Alameda County 2012 Transportation Expenditure Plan and Recommendation
for the Board of Supervisors to Place an Extension and Augmentation of the Existing
Transportation Sales Tax on the November 6, 2012 Ballot
The City Council will consider approving the 2012 Alameda County Transportation Expenditure Plan
(TEP) and a request that the Alameda County Board of Supervisors place the TEP on the November 6,
2012, ballot. The ballot measure supported by this plan will augment and extend the existing half-cent
sales tax for transportation programs and projects in Alameda County, authorizing an additional half-
cent sales tax through 2022 and extending the full cent in perpetuity to fund the transportation
programs and projects described in the 2012 TEP.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution Approving the 2012 Alameda County Transportation Expenditure Plan and request
that the Alameda County Board of Supervisors place it on the November 6, 2012, ballot.
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3.3. Public Comments
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. Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of March 20, 2012
The City Council will consider the approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of
March 20, 2012.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of March 20, 2012.
4.2. Award of Bid -Contract No. 12-04, Civic Center Generator Installation
The Civic Center Generator Project (CIP No. 930008) will replace the existing Civic Center
emergency generator with a larger unit capable of powering the entire Civic Center site. This contract
will install pre-purchased generator equipment and complete all Civic Center modifications for the new
equipment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution Awarding Contract No. 12-04, Civic Center Generator Installation, to ERA
Construction, Inc.
4.3. Waiver of Competitive Bid Process and Authorization of Staff to Purchase Digital Radios
The City Council will consider the purchase of 89 replacement vehicle and handheld radios and related
support equipment to prepare the City's radio inventory for conversion and compatibility with the
Countywide radio system to a digital Motorola system that is compliant with federal standards.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION;
Approve the Budget Change; and adopt Resolution Authorizing a Waiver of the Formal Bid
Requirements and the Purchase of Digital Radios and Equipment from Red Cloud, Inc.
4.4. Award of Bid -Contract No. 12-02, Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Annual Sidewalk Safety Repair
Program and Curb Ramp Installation
On February 21, 2012, the City Council authorized Staff to solicit bids for Contract No. 12-02, Fiscal
Year 2011-2012 Annual Sidewalk Safety Repair Program and Curb Ramp Installation. Contract No
Contract No. 12-02 is proposed to complete improvements identified in two Capital Improvement
Projects. The Annual Sidewalk Safety Repair Program (CIP No. 949103) will remove and replace
approximately 3,900 square feet of sidewalk with offsets of 3/4-inch or more that may pose a tripping
hazard. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan (CIP No. 939103) will complete
the installation of 10 curb ramps.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution Awarding Contract No. 12-02, Fiscal Year 2011-2012 Annual Sidewalk Safety
Repair Program and Curb Ramp Installation to AJW Construction; authorize the City Manager to
approve a negotiated Change Order in an amount not to exceed $30,000 CMATIP Funds for Sierra
Court sidewalk gap closure project, as well as contract changes based on quantities not to exceed
$8,084 for Project 949103 and not to exceed $1,950 for Project 939103; and approve the Budget
Change.
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4.5. Acceptance of Work -Contract No. 11-10, 2011 Annual Slurry Seal Program
The Annual Slurry Seal Program (CIP No. 969203) resurfaced several City streets with a slurry seal
that will prolong the life of the existing pavement surface. As streets begin showing wear and stress
cracking, it is important to seal the cracks to keep water from getting under the roadway pavement.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the improvements under the 2011 Annual Slurry Seal Program and release retention after 35
days if there are no subcontractor claims.
4.6. Request to Waive Competitive Bid Process, Authorize Staff to Purchase Public Works Vehicles
Directly from Vendor and Declare Replaced Vehicles as Surplus Property
The Public Works Department currently has two Public Works Inspectors' vehicles scheduled for
replacement. Staff is requesting to waive the competitive bid process, purchase the vehicles from
Downtown Ford Sales at the State contract price, and declare the replaced vehicles as surplus property.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution Waiving the competitive bid process, authorizing staff to purchase Public Works
vehicles directly from the vendor, and declaring replaced vehicles as surplus property (four-fifths [4/5]
vote required).
5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION -None.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1. Public Hearing: Weeds and Combustible Refuse Abatement Order
In accordance with Resolution 08-12 (adopted February 7, 2012), the City Council declared that there
is a public nuisance created by weeds and combustible debris growing and accumulating upon the
streets, sidewalks and property within the City. Notice of this was posted and letters sent to those
property owners with violations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Conduct public hearing and direct Staff to continue the weed abatement process.
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None.
S. NEW BUSINESS
8.1. Sunset of Temporary Suspension of the Public Art Requirement for Residential Projects
In April, 2009, the City Council adopted an ordinance "Temporarily Suspending the Public Art
Requirement for Residential Projects in excess of 20 units" for a two year term. In Apri12011 the City
Council adopted another ordinance to extend the temporary suspension one more year, and the
suspension will expire in May 2012. Staff was directed by the City Council to review the state of
residential development in the City towards the end of the additional one year suspension, in order to
make a recommendation to possibly extend the suspension for an additional period of time. The City
Council Ad-Hoc Economic Development Subcommittee is recommending the temporary suspension
be allowed to sunset and expire on May 19, 2012.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Direct Staff to allow the temporary ordinance to expire on May 19, 2012.
8.2. Report on 2012 Dublin Pride Week Activities
The City Council will receive a report on the planned activities for Dublin Pride Week 2012, scheduled
for April 28 -May 5, 2012.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the 2012 Dublin Pride Week activities report.
9. OTHER BUSINESS
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).
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10. ADJOURNMENT - In memory of Staff Sgt. Sean Diamond and our fallen troops.
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Mission
The City 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 offtrst-class
recreational opportunities, facilities and programs.
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