HomeMy WebLinkAbout*CC Agenda 11-20-2007
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, November 20, 2007,7:00 p.m.
DUBLIN CIVIC CENTER, 100 Civic Plaza
DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL
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CALL TO ORDER & CLOSED SESSION (6:30 v.m.)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPA TED L1TIGA TION
Government Code section 54956.9, subdivision c
Initiation of litigation (two potential cases)
1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
2. REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comments
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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
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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 - None
4.2 Fiscal Year 2007-2008 Goals & Objectives Status Report and CIP Schedule (100-80)
Staff has prepared a report apprising the Council of the status of the Fiscal Year 2007-2008
Goals & Objectives as of October 31, 2007, as well as a schedule of the City's Capital
Improvement Program 'indicating estimated project start and completion dates.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the Report.
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4.3 Adopt an Ordinance Repealing and Adopting New Chapters 5.08, "Fire Code," and 7.32,
"Building Code," and Amending Chapters 7.28, "Building Regulation Administration,"
7.36, "Electrical Code," 7.40, "Plumbing Code," and 7.44, "Mechanical Code," of the
Dublin Municipal Code (610-20)
The City Council will consider adopting an Ordinance repealing and adopting new chapters to
the Dublin Municipal Code.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Waive Reading and adopt Ordinance repealing and adopting.
new Chapters 5.08, "Fire Code," and 7.32, "Building Code," Adding Chapters 5.08, "Fire Code,"
and 7.32, "Building Code," and Amending Chapters 7.28, "Building Regulation Administration,"
7.36, "Electrical Code," 7.40, "Plumbing Code," and 7.44, "Mechanical Code," of the Dublin
Municipal Code; and adopt Resolution approving the revisions to Resolution 49-06 as it pertains
to Building Permit Valuations and the Building Codes in effect.
4.4 Approval of Consulting Services Agreement with Associated Right of Way Services, Inc. to
Perform Right of Way Negotiation and Acquisition for the Saint Patrick Way - Regional
Street to Golden Gate Drive Project (600-30)
This action would approve a Consulting Services Agreement with Associated Right of Way
Services, Inc., to perform right of way negotiation and acquisition on a parcel for this project,
which will extend Saint Patrick Way from Regional Street to Golden Gate Drive. These
services are funded through the Downtown Traffic Impact Fee and mitigation contributions.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution approving the Consulting Services
Agreement with Associated Right of Way Services, inc., and authorizing the Mayor to execute
the Agreement.
4.5 Acceptance of Work - Contract 07-11, Civic Center Roof Repair (600-35)
This project repaired worn areas on the roof of the Civic Center and installed protective walk
pads to preclude future wear or damage.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept improvements constructed under Contract No. 07-11,
Civic Center roof Repair, and authorize final payment to the contractor, less retention in 35 days
if no subcontractor or supplier claims are received.
4.6 Acceptance of Work - Contract 07 -08A, San Ramon Road Concrete Soundwall Sealing
. (CIP NO. 94601) (600-35)
This project cleaned and sealed the vertical face, including hairline concrete cracks, of the
concrete barrierlsoundwalllocated along portions of the east side of San Ramon Road. The
City Council will consider accepting these improvements and authorizing final payment to the
contractor.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Accept improvements under Contract No. 07-08A, San Ramon
Road Concrete Soundwall Sealing (CIP No. 94601), and authorize the release of retention after
35 days if there are no subcontractor claims.
4.7 Waiver of Bid Requirement as Authorized by Municipal Code and Authorization to
Purchase Two Lanier Copiers from Shamrock Office Solutions Under the US Communities
Purchasing Agreement (350-20)
The adopted Fiscal Year 2007/08 budget includes funding for the replacement of two copy
machines. The US Communities Government Purchasing Alliance allows public agencies to
purchase using a cooperative public bid process. The City Council will consider purchase of
the two copiers under the agreement with US Communities at a cost of $34,345.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution authorizing purchase of two Lanier Copiers.
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4.8 Amendment to the City of DublinlCounty of Alameda Agreement regarding the
Enforcement of Conditions of Approval for the East County Hall of Justice (Alameda
County Courthouse) (410-30/600-40)
Alameda County has submitted a request to extend the agreement for the Site Development
Review approval term for the County Courthouse project for an additional 18 months.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the Resolution approving an amendment to the
Agreement between the City of Dublin and the County of Alameda regarding the enforcement of
Conditions of Approval for the East County Hall of Justice.
4.9 Warrant Register ($1,717,527,01) dated November 20, 2007 (300-40)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve.
5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
5.1 Correspondence from ABAG regarding Priority Conservation Areas (930-30)
Correspondence has been received from ABAG informing the City that an area within the
City of Dublin has been nominated as a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) for the FOCUS
Regional Planning Program. The nomination was made by the East Bay Regional Park
District for its Regional Trails System Gaps project and includes trail connections along the
Tassajara Creek Trail, the Alamo Canal Trail and the Calaveras Ridge Trail.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Direct Staff to notify AGAB of the City's support for the
nomination.
5.2 Dougherty Hills Dog Park Petition (290-20)
On November 5, 2006, the City was presented with a petition seeking "safety and
imprQvement revisions" to the Dougherty Hills Dog Park. Staff has prepared an analysis of
each requested revision for consideration by the City Council.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Provide direction to Staff on the safety and improvement
revisions requested by petitioners.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 (Continued from 11/06/07)
Mitigated Negative Declaration, West Dublin BART Specific Plan Amendment, Stage 1
Development Plan Amendment and Stage 2 Planned Development Rezone for a 309-Unit
Residential Community, P A 06-009 Windstar (400-20/410-55/450-30)
The City Council will consider a Mitigated Negative Declaration, West Dublin BART
Specific Plan Amendment, Stage 1 Development Plan Amendment and Stage 2 Planned
Development Rezone to allow the construction of a 309 unit residential development.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Conduct public hearing; deliberate; adopt Resolution
Adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
for the Windstar Project (P A 06-009); adopt Resolution Approving Amendments to the West
Dublin BART Specific Plan for the Windstar Project, P A 06-009; and waive reading and
INTRODUCE Ordinance Approving a PD-Planned Development Rezoning to Amend the
Adopted Stage 1 Development Plan and Adopt a Stage 2 Development Plan for the Windstar
Project (APN 941-1500-046-01), PA 06-009.
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7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7.1 Software System Assessment Report and Authorization to Circulate a Request for Proposal
(RFP) for Procurement of Accounting & Building Permit Systems (350-20/60030)
The City Council will receive an Assessment Report evaluating current Accounting and
Permit Systems. The report concludes that the City should proceed with a procurement
process by releasing a Request for Proposals from vendors. The. purchasing code allows this
procurement method for technical purchases, when authorized by the City Council.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Receive the Assessment Report and adopt the Resolution
which will allow Staff to circulate the Request for Proposal as a means to procure new systems.
.8. NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Poet Laureate & Local Historian (910-75)
The Council will receive a report outlining two new volunteer positions for the City; a Poet
Laureate and Local Historian, and will be asked to authorize the recruitment and selection
process.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:. 1) Approve Poet Laureate and Local Historian positions;
authorize Staff to advertise the positions. 2) Determine selection process; if a Selection
Committee is the preferred process, authorize Staff to solicit representatives.
9. OTHER BUSINESS
9.1 Brief INFORMATION ONLY reports from Council andlor Staff, including Committee
Reports and Reports by Council related to Meetings Attended at City Expense (AB 1234).
10. ADJOURNMENT
- In memory of our fallen troops.
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Mission
The City of Dublin promotes, and supports a high quality of life that ensures a safe and secure environment, fosters new
opportunities and provides responsive fair treatment to our diverse community
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, with its distinctive place in the region, highlights culture, diversity and civic stewardship to create a broad mosaic. This
mosaic is enriched by the integrating of cultures, races and economic diversity into villages and neighborhoods - forming a
common network that welcomes both residents and businesses alike; supporting the efforts and achievements of all.
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