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COUNCILMEMBERS Peter W. Snyder Council Chamber
Dr. Sherry Hu, Mayor Dublin Civic Center
Jean Josey, Vice Mayor 100 Civic Plaza
Michael McCorriston, Councilmember Dublin, CA 94568
Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember www.dublin.ca.gov
John Morada, Councilmember
Regular Meeting of the
DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Location: Peter W. Snyder
Council Chamber
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, CA 94568
Pursuant to Government Code §54953(b), this meeting will include the following teleconference location:
•Mayor Hu will be attending the Regular Meeting via teleconference from Fairmont Scottsdale
Princess Hotel, Lobby, 7575 East Princess Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255.
The public shall have the opportunity to address the City Council at this teleconference location pursuant
to Government Code Section §54954.3. All votes during the teleconference session will be conducted by
roll call vote. The teleconference location is accessible to the public and the agenda will be posted at the
teleconference location 72 hours before the meeting.
CLOSED SESSION 6:30 PM
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM
Additional Meeting Procedures
This City Council meeting will be broadcast live on Comcast T.V. channel 28
beginning at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will also be livestreamed at tv28live.org and
on the City’s website at: https://dublin.ca.gov/watchmeetings
For the convenience of the City and as a courtesy to the public, members of the
public who wish to offer comments electronically have the option of giving public
comment via Zoom, subject to the following procedures:
-Fill out an online speaker slip available at www.dublin.ca.gov. The speaker slip
will be made available at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Upon
submission, you will receive Zoom link information from the City Clerk.
Speakers slips will be accepted until the staff presentation ends, or until the
public comment period on non-agenda items is closed.
-Once connected to the Zoom platform using the Zoom link information from
the City Clerk, the public speaker will be added to the Zoom webinar as an
attendee and muted. The speaker will be able to observe the meeting from the
Zoom platform.
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-When the agenda item upon which the individual would like to comment is
addressed, the City Clerk will announce the speaker in the meeting when it is
their time to give public comment. The speaker will then be unmuted to give
public comment via Zoom.
-Technical difficulties may occur that make the option unavailable, and, in
such event, the meeting will continue despite the inability to provide the
option.
CLOSED SESSION
I.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section
54956.9: 1 case
II.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
(Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9)
Name of case: Save Mount Diablo, et al. v. City of Dublin, Alameda County Superior Court
Case No. 24CF086734
REGULAR MEETING
1.CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
3.PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
3.1 2025 Volunteer Recognition Winners
The City Council will recognize the City of Dublin 2025 Citizen, Young Citizen, and
Organization of the Year, and the 2025 Mayor's Award and Mayor's Legacy Award recipients.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recognize the award recipients.
Staff Report
3.2 March for Meals Month Proclamation
The City Council will present a proclamation for March for Meals Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - March for Meals Month Proclamation
3.3 Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation
The City Council will present a proclamation for Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation
3.4 42nd St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Preview
The City Council will receive a presentation that previews the 42nd St. Patrick’s Day
Celebration, which will be held on the weekend of March 13-15, 2026.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the presentation.
Staff Report
Item 3.4 - PowerPoint Presentation
4. 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 discuss ion 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).
5. 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.
5.1 Approval of February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council will consider approving the minutes of the February 17, 2026 Regular City
Council Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5.2 Alameda County Indemnity Agreement for the Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing
Tri-Valley Preference
The City Council will consider approving an Indemnity Agreement with Alameda County for
the Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing project. Execution of this agreement allows
units funded through the Alameda County Measure A-1 Bond funding to use a local residency
preference for households residing within the Tri-Valley area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving an Indemnity Agreement Between the City of Dublin and the
County of Alameda Related to the Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing Project.
Staff Report
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Attachment 1 - Resolution Approving an Indemnity Agreement Between the City of Dublin and
the County of Alameda Related to the Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing Project
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to the Resolution - Indemnity Agreement
5.3 Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No. ST0121 – Contract Change
Order Authorization and Budget Transfer
The City Council will consider approval of a resolution increasing the contract change order
authority of the City Manager by $50,000 to compensate the contractor, Suulutaaq, Inc., for
needed sidewalk improvements related to the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP
Project No. ST0121. To fund the increased costs, the City Council will also consider a budget
transfer of $ 50,000 in Transportation Development Act funds available in the Citywide
Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project, CIP No. ST0517.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving Contract Change Orders With Suulutaaq, Inc. for the Green
Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No. ST0121, and approve the budget change.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Approving Contract Change Orders With Suulutaaq, Inc. for the
Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No. ST0121
Attachment 2 - ST0121 CIP Budget Sheet
Attachment 3 - ST0517 CIP Budget Sheet
Attachment 4 - Budget Change Form
5.4 Update to the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy
The City Council will consider an amendment to the Outdoor Flag Display Policy to include
standards for lowering the City flag to half-staff to honor the death of current or previous City
elected officials. This item was requested by the City Council at the meeting of December 16,
2025.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Amending the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy to Include
Standards for Lowering the City Flag to Half-Staff.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Amending the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy to Include
Standards for Lowering the City Flag to Half-Staff
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to the Resolution - City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy
Attachment 3 - City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy (Redlined)
Attachment 4 - Reso 56-19 Establishing the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy
6. PUBLIC HEARING
6.1 Extension of Adopted Urgency Interim Ordinance 01-26 Prohibiting the Establishment,
Expansion, or Relocation of Firearms Retailing and Firearms Shooting Range Uses (PLPA -
004331-2026)
The City Council will consider the first extension of Urgency Interim Ordinance No. 01-26,
adopted on January 20, 2026, which prohibited the establishment, expansion, or relocation of
firearms retailing and firearms shooting range uses for an initial 45-day period within the City.
The ordinance was adopted pursuant to California Government Code Section 65858 to allow
the City time to complete a comprehensive review of land use and regulatory frameworks
governing such uses and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare during that review
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period. A four-fifths (4/5) vote of the City Council, following a public hearing, is required to
extend the Urgency Interim Ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Waive the reading and adopt the Ordinance Extending Urgency Interim Ordinance 01-26 of
the City Council of the City of Dublin Prohibiting the Establishment, Expansion, or Relocation
of Firearms Retailing and Firearms Shooting Range Uses Within the City.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Ordinance Extending Urgency Interim Ordinance 01-26 of the City Council of
the City of Dublin Prohibiting the Establishment, Expansion, or Relocation of Firearms
Retailing and Shooting Range Uses
Item 6.1 - PowerPoint Presentation
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Designation of Agency Labor Negotiators for Unrepresented Employees: City Manager
and City Attorney
The City Council will consider the appointment of two councilmembers as representatives for
the City Manager’s annual review and performance evaluation including discussion of
compensation matters, and two councilmembers as representatives for the City Attorney’s
annual review and performance evaluation, including discussion of compensation matters.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Appoint two councilmembers as representatives for the City Manager’s annual review and
performance evaluation, including discussion of compensation, and appoint two
councilmembers as representatives for the City Attorney’s annual review and performance
evaluation, including discussion of compensation.
Staff Report
8.2 Report on Public Data Security
The City Council will receive a report on how the City protects the public data it collects in
the course of normal business operations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - City of Dublin SB 272 Inventory
Item 8.2 - PowerPoint Presentation
8.3 Resolution Initiating Formation of Street Lighting Assessment District 2026-1 and
Directing the Preparation of the Required Engineer’s Report, and Resolution Directing
Preparation of Annual Engineer’s Reports for Landscaping and Lighting Districts 1983-2,
1986-1, and 1997-1
The City of Dublin currently has two Street Lighting Maintenance District (SLMDs) that fund
the operation and maintenance of streetlights. The City also has three Landscaping and
Lighting Districts (LLDs) that fund maintenance of landscape improvements. SLMDs 1983-1
and 1999-1 are proposed to be consolidated and replaced with a new Street Lighting
Assessment District (SLAD) 2026-1. The formation of this new district, which will address the
growing streetlighting operations and maintenance funding shortfall, requires notice and
balloting proceedings pursuant to Article XIIID of the California Constitution and the
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Proposition 218 Right to Vote on Taxes Act. In accordance with Proposition 218, the City
Council will consider adopting a resolution initiating the formation of SLAD 2026-1 and
directing the preparation of the related Engineer’s Report. The City Council will also consider
adopting a resolution directing the preparation of Engineer’s Reports for each of the City’s
LLDs to levy and collect assessments on the property tax roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Initiating Formation of Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District No.
2026-1 and Directing the Preparation of the Required Engineer’s Report Pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California
Constitution; and adopt the Resolution Directing the Preparation of the Annual Engineer’s
Reports for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Landscaping and Lighting Districts 1983-2, 1986-1, and
1997-1.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Initiating Formation of Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District
No. 2026-1 and Directing the Preparation of the Required Engineer’s Report Pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California
Constitution
Attachment 2 - Resolution Directing the Preparation of the Annual Engineer’s Reports for
Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Landscaping and Lighting Districts 1983-2, 1986-1, and 1997-1 Fiscal
Year 2026-27 for the Landscaping and Lighting Districts
Attachment 3 - Map of Existing Street Lighting Maintenance Districts
Attachment 4 - Map of Existing Landscape and Lighting Districts
Attachment 5 - City Council Staff Report dated January 20, 2026, without attachments
Attachment 6 - Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District No. 2026-1 Summary of Estimated
Cost and Proposed Maximum Assessments
Item 8.3 - PowerPoint Presentation
9. CITY MANAGER AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
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) (ADA), 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. Upon receiving a request, the City will swiftly resolve requests for
reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, consistent with the federal ADA, and
resolve any doubt in favor of accessibility.
Agenda materials that become available within 72 hours in advance of the meeting, and after
publishing of the agenda, will be available at Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, and will be posted on
the City’s website at www.dublin.ca.gov/ccmeetings.
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Mission
The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe, secure, and
sustainable environment, fosters new opportunities, and champions a culture of equity, diversity,
and inclusion.
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Agenda Item 3.1
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
2025 Volunteer Recognition Winners
Prepared by: Cierra Fabrigas, Executive Aide
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will recognize the City of Dublin 2025 Citizen, Young Citizen, and
Organization of the Year, and the 2025 Mayor’s Award and the Mayor’s Legacy Award
recipients.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recognize the award recipients.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
Annually, the City Council recognizes a citizen, young citizen, and organization that made a
significant contribution toward enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Dublin during the
prior year. Additionally, the Mayor presents two special awards, the Mayor’s Award and the
Mayor’s Legacy Award, to those she wishes to recognize for their extraordinary dedication to
the community. The winners in each category, along with the Mayor’s special awards
recipients, were recognized at the City’s Volunteer Recognition Event on February 25, 2026.
The City Council will formally recognize the following award recipients:
Luong Dang – Citizen of the Year
Rabia Badar – Young Citizen of the Year
Dublin Senior Foundation – Organization of the Year
Yanfeng (Kathy) Zhu – Mayor’s Award
Dublin Chamber of Commerce – Mayor’s Legacy Award
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STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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Agenda Item 3.2
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
March for Meals Month Proclamation
Prepared by: Vanessa Rosales, Deputy City Clerk
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will present a proclamation for March for Meals Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
Each March, Meals on Wheels celebrates the historic day in 1972 when a national nutrition
program for seniors was added to the Older Americans Act. This legislation supported the
rapid growth of the Meals on Wheels network that now collectively serves 2.8 million seniors
each year.
The Spectrum Community Services’ Meals on Wheels program in Dublin provides nutritious
meals to seniors throughout the City that help them maintain their health and independence.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1) March for Meals Month Proclamation
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A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“March for Meals Month”
WHEREAS, on March 22, 1972, President Richard Nixon signed into law a provision that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965, which created a
national nutrition program to support seniors aged 60 years and older; and
WHEREAS, Meals on Wheels America established the March for Meals campaign in March 2002 to recognize the historic month and the importance of
the Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs, and to raise awareness about the escalating problem of senior hunger in America; and
WHEREAS, Spectrum Community Services’ Meals on Wheels program in Dublin has served our community admirably for over 30 years; and
WHEREAS, volunteers for Spectrum Community Services’ Meals on Wheels Program are the backbone of the program, serving 1,394 total hours each
year in Dublin delivering nutritious meals to seniors and individuals with disabilities who are at significant risk of hunger and isolation, and showing care
for and attention to their welfare; and
WHEREAS, last year, Spectrum Community Services delivered 12,017 nutritious meals to more than 92 homebound seniors throughout the City of Dublin
allowing those seniors to remain residing in their own homes and aging with dignity; and
WHEREAS, the Meals on Wheels program deserves recognition for the contributions it has made, and will continue to make, to local communiti es, as
well as to our state and our nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim March 2026 as the 24th annual March for
Meals Month and urges every resident to take this month to #EndTheWait, honor the Meals on Wheels of Alameda County programs, the seniors they
serve, and the volunteers who care for them.
DATED: March 3, 2026
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Agenda Item 3.3
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation
Prepared by: Vanessa Rosales, Deputy City Clerk
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will present a proclamation for Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
In 2013 the California Senate established the month of March as Prescription Drug Abuse
Awareness Month. When used as prescribed by a doctor, prescription medications can be
helpful in treating many illnesses. But when medications are misused, they can have serious
consequences. This proclamation encourages all citizens to participate in prevention programs
and activities, and to pledge to “Spread the Word…One Pill Can Kill.”
On Saturday, February 21, 2026, Dublin Police Services, in collaboration with the National
Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse, hosted a Prescription Drug and Fentanyl Safety
Community Forum at Emerald High School. This forum focused on substance use and
overdose prevention.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
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NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation
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A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month”
WHEREAS, when used as prescribed by a doctor, prescription medications such as stimulants, sedatives , and opioids can be helpful in treating
many illnesses, but when these medications are misused, they can have serious consequences; and
WHEREAS, anyone who takes prescription opioids can become addicted to them. As many as one in four patients receiving long-term opioid
therapy in a primary care setting struggle with opioid addiction; and
WHEREAS, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), for the first time in years, 2025 drug overdose statistics reveal a
25.9% decrease in overdose deaths nationwide, suggesting that prevention efforts may finally be gaining ground; and
WHEREAS, the National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA) asks all community members to participate in Prescription Drug
Awareness Month activities to raise prescription drug safety awareness; and
WHEREAS, to help prevent substance abuse and overdose deaths, community members should dispose of expired and unwanted prescription
drugs throughout the year and safely store those still needed; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin hosted a Prescription Drug and Fentanyl Safety Community Forum on February 21, 2026 at Emerald High School
and Dublin Police Services ran the event in collaboration with NCAPDA.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim March 2026 as Prescription Drug Abuse
Awareness Month in the City of Dublin and encourages all residents to participate in prescription-drug-related prevention programs and activities
and pledge to “Spread the Word…One Pill Can Kill.”
Dated: March 3, 2026
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Agenda Item 3.4
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
42nd St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Preview
Prepared by: Shelby Perry, Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will receive a presentation that previews the 42nd St. Patrick’s Day
Celebration, which will be held on the weekend of March 13-15, 2026.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the presentation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Sufficient funding for the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration is included as part of the City’s annual
operating budget.
DESCRIPTION:
The City of Dublin is holding its 42nd St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, scheduled for the weekend
of March 13-15, 2026. This signature event includes the St. Patrick’s Day Festival, the
Shamrock Gala, Pancake Breakfast, Parade, and Fun Run. A summary of activities is provided
below.
Shamrock Gala – Friday 6:00 p.m.
The weekend begins on Friday evening with the Shamrock Gala, hosted by the Dublin
Historical Society at the Shannon Community Center. This ticketed event is priced at $95 per
person for non-members and $85 per member, with tickets available through the Dublin
Historical Society’s website. The evening features dinner, dancing, and additional
entertainment to kick off the St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities.
Firefighters Pancake Breakfast – Saturday 7:00 a.m.
On Saturday morning, Fire Station No. 16, in partnership with the International Association of
Fire Fighters Local 55, will host the annual Firefighters Pancake Breakfast beginning at 7:00
a.m. The breakfast menu includes green pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice, and coffee.
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Rotary of Dublin Parade – Saturday 9:30 a.m.
Later Saturday morning, the Rotary of Dublin will host the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, beginning
at 9:30 a.m. The parade route starts at Dublin Boulevard and Amador Plaza Road, proceeds
east on Dublin Boulevard, north on Village Parkway, and west on Amador Valley Boulevar d,
concluding near the Dublin Senior Center. The parade is anticipated to include more than 60
entries, featuring local marching bands, floats, equestrian groups, bagpipers, and community
organizations.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival – Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The City of Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival will take place on March 14 and March 15 from
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. The event offers a family-friendly celebration
highlighting Irish music, dance, food, and drink.
Festival programming includes three outdoor stages. The Dance Stage features Irish Step
Dance performances throughout the day, while the Pub Stage presents a variety of Irish music
styles, ranging from traditional folk to Celtic rock, and includes appearances by a roaming
bagpiper and leprechaun. The Main Stage will host headlining bands such as Fast and
Vengefully, Wild Thyme Lark, Tempest, and Cali Celtic, showcasing a mix of traditional and
original Celtic-inspired music.
An authentic Irish Tea Cottage will be held in the Civic Center courtyard, providing an open-air
experience for guests. The Tea Cottage will also showcase new temporary art installations
featuring hand-painted wine barrels. Attendees will receive a commemorative tea mug along
with traditional Irish pastries and other packaged baked goods.
Clover’s Courtyard is a new addition to the St. Patrick’s Day Festival and will serve as a
designated, fenced area for adults 21 and over. Entry to Clover’s Courtyard will be limited to
guests with a valid wristband provided by Rotary, and attendees must also have an official
festival beer mug to enter. In coordination with Rotary, Staff will establish a dedicated line for
patrons who wish to access Clover’s Courtyard, separate from the general beer and wine
service lines. Within the courtyard, guests will have access to lawn games, cocktail tables for
socializing, and a designated photo booth area, creating a relaxed and engaging space for
adults during the event.
The Irish Marketplace will feature vendors selling Irish tartan kilts, scarves, wraps, and capes,
as well as Celtic jewelry, artwork, metalwork, tableware, pottery, and traditional Irish baked
goods such as shortbread, scones, and cakes. More than 100 additional arts and crafts
vendors will also participate. Carnival rides will be located in a section of the Dublin Sports
Grounds parking lot.
To address anticipated traffic and parking impacts, staff ha ve coordinated off-site parking for
sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and the public at Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc., located at 5300
Central Parkway. A free shuttle bus will operate on both event days. In addition, the City is
partnering with BART and LAVTA to provide free bus service from both BART stations via the
Wheels Rapid 30R route.
Staff also works closely with nearby businesses, particularly those adjacent to the Civic
Center, to request use of additional parking lots. All neighboring businesses will receive
information on anticipated traffic and parking impacts.
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Cycling to the festival is also encouraged, and the City provides free, secure bike parking at a
bike valet station.
Fun Run – Sunday 8:30 a.m.
The Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk takes place on Sunday morning, with the race ending at
the Festival Dance Stage. Runners will enjoy a live DJ, refreshments, and other giveaways in
the post-race area. To add to the festivities, some Festival vendors will open early to welcome
runners at the finish line. The Shamrock 5K Fun Run is expected to attract more than 2,200
participants.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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Preview of the 2026
St. Patrick’s Day
Celebration
March 3, 2026
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Shamrock Gala
Friday, March 13 –6:00 p.m.
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Firefighter’s Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, March 14 –7:00 a.m.
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Rotary of Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 14 –9:30 a.m.
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27th Shamrock
5k Fun Run & Walk
Sunday, March 15 –8:30 a.m.
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42nd St. Patrick’s Day Festival
March 14 –15 –10:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m.
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Pub & Main Stage
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Tea Cottage & Irish Dance Stage
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Carnival & Children’s Activities
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Vendors & Food Court
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Sponsors
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Thank you!
Questions & Feedback
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Agenda Item 5.1
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider approving the minutes of the February 17, 2026 Regular City
Council Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The City Council will consider approving the minutes of the February 17, 2026 Regular City
Council Meeting.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Approval of February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
Prepared by: Vanessa Rosales, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
Regular Meeting: February 17, 2026
DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 17, 2026
The following are minutes of the actions taken by the City of Dublin City Council. A full
video recording of the meeting with the agenda items indexed and time stamped is
available on the City’s website at: https://dublin.ca.gov/watchmeetings.
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM
A Regular Meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026,
in the Peter W. Snyder Council Chamber, located at 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM, by Mayor Hu.
1) CALL TO ORDER
Attendee Name Status
Dr. Sherry Hu, Mayor Present
Jean Josey, Vice Mayor Present
Michael McCorriston, Councilmember Present
Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember Present
John Morada, Councilmember Present
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3) PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
3.1) Presentation of the Lunar New Year Proclamation
Brent Songey provided public comment.
The City Council presented the Lunar New Year proclamation.
3.2) Employee Introductions
New City of Dublin staff members, Vatsal Patel, Assistant Public Works Director/City
Engineer, and James Lai, Senior Public Works Inspector, were introduced and Debbie
Bell was recognized for her promotion to Public Works Director.
4) PUBLIC COMMENT
Kim Hudson provided public comment.
Attachment 1
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Guy Houston provided public comment.
Sachin Khatter provided public comment.
Brent Songey provided public comment.
Dawn Benson provided public comment.
Mike Grant provided public comment.
5) CONSENT CALENDAR
5.1) Approved the February 17, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes.
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for public comment.
Angela Tucker provided public comment.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Josey, seconded by Councilmember Qaadri, and by 4-1
vote, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar item 5.1.
RESULT: ADOPTED [4-1]
MOVED BY: Jean Josey, Vice Mayor
SECOND: Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember
AYES: Hu, Josey, McCorriston, Qaadri
NOES: Morada
5.2) Received the report of payments issued from December 1, 2025 – December 31,
2025, totaling $11,207,556.99 and January 1, 2026 – January 31, 2026, totaling
$5,942,910.00.
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Morada for clarifying
questions.
5.3) Received the City Treasurer’s Informational Report of Investments for the Quarter
Ending December 31, 2025.
On a motion by Councilmember McCorriston, seconded by Councilmember Qaadri, and
by unanimous vote, the City Council adopted the Consent Calendar items 5.2 and 5.3.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Michael McCorriston, Councilmember
SECOND: Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember
AYES: Hu, Josey, McCorriston, Qaadri, Morada
5.4) Adopted Resolution No. 07-26 titled, “Approving an Agreement with Revize
Software Systems for Website Redesign and Related Services.”
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Morada for further
discussion.
On a motion by Councilmember Qaadri, seconded by Councilmember McCorriston, and
by unanimous vote, the City Council adopted Consent Calendar item 5.4 with the
amendments to Exhibit A to the Resolution to add “No personal identifying information
will be collected or aggregated from users’ interaction with the chatbot” and “prohibits
selling the city or users’ data.”
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember
SECOND: Michael McCorriston, Councilmember
AYES: Hu, Josey, McCorriston, Qaadri, Morada
6) PUBLIC HEARING – None.
7) UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
8) NEW BUSINESS
8.1) Fiscal Year 2025-26 2nd Quarter Financial Review
The City Council received a presentation on the financial report through the second
quarter of Fiscal Year 2025-26.
On a motion by Councilmember Qaadri, seconded by Councilmember McCorriston, and
by unanimous vote, the City Council approved the budget change for Fiscal Year 2025-
26.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember
SECOND: Michael McCorriston, Councilmember
AYES: Hu, Josey, McCorriston, Qaadri, Morada
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REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 17, 2026
8.2) Report on Dublin’s Transient Occupancy Tax and Direction on a Potential
Increase
The City Council received a presentation on Dublin’s Transient Occupancy Tax and the
potential increase.
Mayor Hu opened the public comment period.
Inge Houston provided public comment.
Mike Grant provided public comment.
Mayor Hu closed the public comment period.
By consensus, the City Council directed Staff to prepare ballot materials for the 2026
General Municipal Election to increase the City’s Transient Occupancy Tax rate with a 2-
year phased in approach, and to provide information regarding how the increase will
impact hotel businesses.
9) CITY MANAGER AND CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
The City Council and Staff provided brief information-only reports, including committee
reports and reports related to meetings attended at City expense (AB1234).
By consensus, the City Council directed Staff to bring back recommendations on
renaming a facility in honor of former Mayor Janet Lockhart.
10) ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hu adjourned the meeting at 9:16 PM, in memory of former Mayor Janet Lockhart.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Agenda Item 5.2
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Alameda County Indemnity Agreement for the Regional Street Senior
Affordable Housing Tri-Valley Preference
Prepared by: Jason Earl, Senior Management Analyst
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider approving an Indemnity Agreement with Alameda County for the
Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing project. Execution of this agreement allows units
funded through the Alameda County Measure A-1 Bond funding to use a local residency
preference for households residing within the Tri-Valley area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving an Indemnity Agreement Between the City of Dublin and the
County of Alameda Related to the Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing Project.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with approval of the Agreement. However, the City
assumes potential legal defense and indemnification obligations in the event of a challenge to
the Tri-Valley residency preference.
DESCRIPTION:
Background
On October 5, 2021, the City Council authorized commitment of $5,048,319 of Alameda
County Measure A-1 Bond funds to assist with development of the Regional Street Senior
Affordable Housing project located at 7750 Saint Patrick Way.
On June 20, 2023, the City Council approved an Affordable Housing Assistance Agreement
with Eden Housing’s controlled affiliate Regional Street Investors, L.P. (formerly Corona/Ely
Ranch, Inc.), for the development of the 113-unit low-income and very-low-income, Regional
Street Senior Affordable Housing Project. This agreement provided a $1 million
predevelopment loan, a $3.3 million Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) loan funded by a grant
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from the California Department of Housing and Community Development, dedication of a 1.33-
acre site valued at approximately $5 million, and approximately $5 million in Alameda County
Measure A-1 Bond funding. The project closed escrow in January 2025 and is currently under
construction.
Analysis
Alameda County’s Measure A-1 Implementation Policies require a countywide residency
preference unless a participating city satisfies specified criteria to apply a sub -regional
live/work preference, including the completion of a displacement study and an agreement to
indemnify the County against potential legal challenges related to the preference.
The City, in coordination with the cities of Pleasanton and Livermore, satisfied the
displacement documentation requirement through the Tri-Valley Displacement Report (2019),
which found that the region has experienced and remains at risk of displacement of lower -
income households and that a Tri-Valley preference is necessary and consistent with fair
housing requirements.
The proposed Indemnity Agreement (Attachment 2) between the City of Dublin and Alameda
County satisfies the indemnity requirement and enables the Regional Street Senior Affordable
Housing project to prioritize Tri-Valley residents for units funded by Measure A-1. W ithout the
Agreement, those units would be subject to a countywide residency preference.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
This report is not subject to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 as it does not meet CEQA’s definition of
a project and will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
Strategy 3: Housing Inclusivity and Affordability.
Objective B: Support efforts to produce housing affordable at all levels of income.
Objective D: Support development of housing types to support essential workers, younger
buyers, and seniors.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution Approving an Indemnity Agreement Between the City of Dublin and the County
of Alameda Related to the Regional Street Senior Affordable Housing Project
2) Exhibit A to the Resolution – Indemnity Agreement
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Attachment 1
Reso. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
APPROVING AN INDEMNITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBLIN AND THE
COUNTY OF ALAMEDA RELATED TO THE REGIONAL STREET SENIOR AFFORDABLE
HOUSING PROJECT
WHEREAS, Regional Street Investors, L.P. (formerly Corona/Ely Ranch, Inc.) is developing a
113-unit senior affordable housing project located at 7750 Saint Patrick Way in the City of Dublin (the
“Project”); and
WHEREAS, the City has supported the Project through the conveyance of City-owned land, the
provision of local financing, and the execution of an Affordable Housing Assistance Agreement and
related regulatory agreements; and
WHEREAS, Alameda County has committed to provide construction and permanent financing
for the Project using Measure A-1 bond proceeds; and
WHEREAS, Alameda County’s Measure A-1 Implementation Policies require a countywide
residency preference unless a participating city satisfies specified criteria to apply a sub -regional
live/work preference, including the completion of a displacement study and an agreement to indemnify
the County; and
WHERAS, the City, in coordination with the cities of Pleasanton and Livermore, commissioned
the Tri-Valley Displacement Report dated May 6, 2019, which demonstrates existing and potential
displacement of lower-income households and supports the need for a Tri-Valley residency preference
consistent with fair housing laws; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Indemnity Agreement satisfies Alameda County’s remaining
requirement by obligating the City to defend and indemnify the County against claims arising from the
application of a Tri-Valley residency preference for the Project; and
WHEREAS, approval of the Indemnity Agreement will allow the Project to apply a Tri-Valley
residency preference for units funded with Measure A -1 proceeds, thereby supporting the City’s
affordable housing and anti-displacement goals.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin approves the
Indemnity Agreement between the City of Dublin and the County of Alameda Related to the Regional
Street Senior Affordable Housing Project attached hereto as Exhibit A.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is authorized to execute the Indemnity
Agreement in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, and to make any necessary, non-
substantive changes to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this 3rd
day of March, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
City Clerk
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Attachment 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution
1515\20\2110177.2
4/26/2017
INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
This Indemnity Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into effective as of
_______________, 2026, by and between the County of Alameda, a political subdivision of the
State of California ("County") and the City of Dublin, a municipal corporation ("City"). The
City and the County are collectively referred to herein as the “Parties.”
RECITALS
A. Regional Street Investors, L.P. (formerly Corona/Ely Ranch, Inc.), (the “Owner”)
is the owner of certain real property located at 6541 Regional Street in the City of Dublin,
County of Alameda, known as Alameda County Assessor’s Parcel No. 941-1500-025-00 (the
"Property").
B. Pursuant to that certain Affordable Housing Assistance Agreement (the “AHAA”)
executed by and between City of Dublin and Regional Street Investors, L.P., (the "Developer"),
the City conveyed the Property to Owner to construct a 113-unit affordable multi-family
residential development thereon (the "Project").
C. In addition to providing a 1.33-acre site valued at approximately Five Million
Dollars ($5,000,000), the City secured a $3.33 Million Dollar ($3,333,333) Local Housing Trust
Fund (LHTF) loan, and the City has agreed to provide a predevelopment loan to Developer in the
amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) for predevelopment of the Project (the “City
Predevelopment Loan”). In connection with the City Predevelopment Loan, City and
Developer executed and recorded a City Regulatory Agreement and Declaration of Restrictive
Covenants (“City Regulatory Agreement”).
D. The County has agreed to provide a construction/permanent loan to Developer
using Measure A1 bond proceeds (“Measure A1 Funds”) in the amount of Five Million Forty-
Eight Thousand Three Hundred Nineteen Dollars ($5,048,319) for development of the Project.
The County’s Implementation Policies for Measure A1 Funds in Rental Housing Development
Fund Policies, Part III, sub-section E-Fair Housing, provide that if a city wishes to use a sub-
regional live/work preference policy for projects financed with Measure A1 Funds, the city must
satisfy specified criteria (“County Requirements”), including: (i) the completion of a study
that demonstrates the occurrence of residential displacement within the city and that a sub-
regional live/work preference is needed to respond to or prevent displacement, and (ii) the city
must enter into an agreement obligating the city to defend and indemnify the County against
claims or litigation that may arise in connection with such preference.
E. To satisfy the County Requirements, the City, together with the cities of
Pleasanton and Livermore, commissioned the preparation of the Tri-Valley Displacement Report
dated as of May 6, 2019, and prepared by Seifel Consulting, Inc. (the “Displacement Report”).
The Displacement Report demonstrates that: (i) the Tri-Valley has experienced and is at risk for
experiencing continued significant displacement of lower-income households, (ii) a Tri-Valley
preference is necessary to prevent additional displacement of lower-income households, (iii) a
Tri-Valley preference will not result in limits to access to housing by any individual protected
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class, and (iv) the lower-income population that will be eligible for residency in affordable
housing developments is more racially and ethnically diverse than the general population in the
study area.
F. This Agreement is intended to satisfy the County Requirements for
indemnification of the County against claims or litigation arising in connection with a Tri-Valley
preference.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. Displacement Report – The City, together with the cities of Pleasanton and
Livermore, commissioned the preparation of the Displacement Report that meets the County
Requirements to complete a study that demonstrates the occurrence of residential displacement
within the three cities and that sub-regional live/work preferences are needed to respond to or
prevent displacement.
2. Cooperation in Event of Legal Challenge. In the event of an administrative, legal
or equitable action or other proceeding instituted by a third party challenging the validity of the
use of Measure A1 Funds for the Project or the Tri-Valley preference, the parties shall cooperate
in defending such action or proceeding, including in any settlement negotiations.
3. Indemnification by the City. The City agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and
defend (by counsel selected by City and reasonably satisfactory to County) the County and its
elected and appointed officers, officials, employees, agents, and consultants from and against any
and all claims, losses, damages, liabilities, fines, penalties, charges, administrative and judicial
proceedings and orders, judgments, and expenses (including without limitation, reasonable
attorneys' fees and expenses) arising in connection with any claim or legal action alleging that
the Tri-Valley preference or the application thereof by the City violates applicable state, federal,
or local law, including but not limited to federal housing law.
4. Due Authorization. The City represents and warrants that: (i) all actions
necessary to authorize the execution of this Agreement and to undertake the actions
contemplated hereby have been undertaken, and (ii) the person(s) executing this agreement on
behalf of the City have been duly authorized to do so.
5. Waiver. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be deemed to have
been made unless set forth in writing and signed by the party making the waiver.
6. Modifications in Writing. This Agreement may be modified or amended only by
an instrument in writing signed by the Parties.
7. Notices. Any notice to be delivered to the Parties pursuant to this Agreement shall
be in writing and delivered by personal, overnight express, or courier service, with a written
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receipt, or sent by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, and
addressed as follows, or to such other address as a Party may specify in written notice delivered to
the other Party in accordance with this Section.
County: County of Alameda
Housing and Community Development Department
224 West Winton Ave., Room 108
Hayward, CA 94544-1215
Attention: Director
City: City of Dublin
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, CA 94568
Attention: City Manager
8. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the final understanding and
agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior
written or oral negotiations, understandings and agreements between the Parties with respect
thereto.
9. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is declared by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be deemed severed
from this Agreement, and the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect
as though such invalid or unenforceable provision had not been part of this Agreement.
10. Interpretation and Applicable Law. This Agreement shall be construed as though
prepared by both Parties. This Agreement shall be construed, interpreted, and governed by the
laws of the State of California.
11. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which
shall be an original, and all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same agreement.
[SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first
written above.
COUNTY OF ALAMEDA, a political
subdivision of the State of California
By:__________________________
Print Name: Michelle Starratt
Title: Director, Housing and Community
Development
ATTEST: ____________________
By:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Donna R. Ziegler, County Counsel
By: _________________________
Andrea L. Weddle
Chief Assistant County Counsel
CITY OF DUBLIN, a municipal corporation
By:__________________________
Colleen Tribby, City Manager
ATTEST:
By:
Marsha Moore, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By:_________________________
John Bakker, City Attorney
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Agenda Item
5.3
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No. ST0121,
Contract Change Order Authorization and Budget Transfer
Prepared by: Vatsal Patel, Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider approval of a resolution increasing the contract change order
authority of the City Manager by $50,000 to compensate the contractor, Suulutaaq, Inc., for
needed sidewalk improvements related to the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP
Project No. ST0121. To fund the increased costs, the City Council will also consider a budget
transfer of $50,000 in Transportation Development Act funds available in the Citywide Bicycle
and Pedestrian Improvements Project, CIP No. ST0517.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving Contract Change Orders W ith Suulutaaq, Inc. for the Green
Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No. ST0121, and approve the budget change.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The sidewalk improvements add $50,000 to the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project in
eligible Transportation Development Act (TDA) costs. Staff recommends a budget transfer
from the Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project, CIP No. ST0517, to allocate
$50,000 in available TDA funds to the Dublin Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project for this
purpose. There is no impact to the General Fund.
DESCRIPTION:
On June 25, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 67-24 awarding a construction
contract of $2,501,546 to Suulutaaq, Inc. for the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP
Project No. ST0121 (Project), and authorizing the City Manager to approve change orders up
to a contingency amount of $250,000 for a total potential construction contract amount of
$2,751,546.
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The Project is under construction and approximately 90% complete. The contractor has
completed grading activities, bioretention basin construction, storm drainage, pathway paving,
fencing, and sidewalk enhancements along Amador Valley Boulevard. Remaining activities
include final planting and landscaping maintenance, punch list corrections, and final closeout.
The current contact change order amount of $250,000 will be utilized during closeout on a
handful of unforeseen conditions that were identified through construction of the Project. These
include:
Presence of a set of fiber optic lines that was discovered in the same alignment of the
proposed storm drain system, which required additional excavation to expose the fiber
optic lines prior to the installation of the storm drain piping into the bioretention basin;
Location of Kinder Morgan high pressure gas lines that required a revision of the plans
to include raising and re-aligning the storm drain pipe upstream, beyond the Project
limits, to meet the required clearance for such lines;
Additional grading and installation of an overside drain into the bioretention basin
needed to manage erosion caused by offsite runoff accumulation from the wet weather
in late fall of 2025; and
Presence of a 15-inch storm drain that required exposure and potholing to determine if it
was still active or could be abandoned.
In addition, certain sidewalk improvements totaling approximately $50,000 were needed on
Amador Valley Boulevard in the vicinity of the Project and were added to the contractor’s
scope. The cost of this additional work is eligible for reimbursement through TDA funds
allocated to the City by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission in September 2024.
These funds were awarded for various bicycle and pedestrian improvements, including
sidewalk improvements at Amador Valley Boulevard, and are currently sitting in the Citywide
Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project, CIP No. ST0517 .
The budget transfer of $50,000 to the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, in addition to
approval of an increase to the City Manager’s contract change order authority, will allow for
completion of the Project for a total construction contract cost of $2,801,546.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted. A copy of this report was sent to Suulutaaq, Inc.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution Approving Contract Change Orders W ith Suulutaaq, Inc. for the Green
Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP No. ST0121
2) CIP No. ST0121
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3) CIP No. ST0517
4) Budget Change Form
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RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
APPROVING CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS WITH SUULUTAAQ, INC. FOR THE GREEN
STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT, CIP PROJECT NO. ST0121
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 67 -24, awarding a
construction contract of $2,501,546 to Suulutaaq, In c. for the Green Stormwater Infrastructure
Project, CIP Project No.ST0121 (Project), and authorizing the City Manager to approve change
orders up to a contingency amount of $250,000 for a total potential construction contract amount
to $2,751,546; and
WHEREAS, the Project is under construction and approximately 90% complete; and
WHEREAS, several unforeseen conditions impacted the construction cost and completion
time of the Project; and
WHEREAS, to compensate the contractor for the additional costs as a result of the
unforeseen conditions, Staff requests that the City Council authorize an additional $50,000 of
change order authority to the City Manager; and
WHEREAS, improvement of the existing sidewalk on Amador Valley Boulevard, in the
vicinity of the Iron Horse Regional Trail, Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space Project, and the
Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, was also included as part of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the total approved change order authority will increase up to $300,000 and will
increase the total potential construction cost to $2,801,546 ; and
WHEREAS, no additional City funds are requested and the proposed budget transfer will
utilize previously allocated TDA funds for eligible sidewalk improvements; and
WHEREAS, the remaining change order costs can be accommodated within the Project’s
existing contingency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does
hereby authorize the City Manager, or designee, to approve up to $300,000 in Contract Change
Orders with Suulutaaq, Inc. for the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No.
ST0121.
{Signatures on the following page}
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of March 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
City Clerk
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$2,333,670 $275,000 $0 $300,000 $0 $0 $0
$847,053 $115,000 $0 $120,000 $0 $0 $0
$96,340 $30,000 $0 $30,000 $0 $0 $0
$12,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
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$3,173,298 $1,861,445 $2,381,000 $525,000 $525,000 $525,000 $0
$1,314,668 $555,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $0
$127,372 $50,728 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $0
$40,034 $7,500 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $0
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$601,872 $698,228 $250,000 $250,000 $250,000 $250,000 $0
$0 $355,000 $250,000 $250,000 $250,000 $250,000 $0
$135,000 $0 $1,053,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$858,000 $105,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $803,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$726,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$510,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$210,000 $286,445 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$142,900 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
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Budget Change Reference #:
From Un-Appropriated Reserves Budget Transfer Between Funds X
From Designated Reserves Other
Account Amount Account Amount
ST0517.9400.9401 $(50,000)$(50,000) ST0121.9400.9401 $50,000
$(50,000) ST0121-2203 $50,000
3/3/2026
Posted By:Date:
As Presented at the City Council Meeting
**********Finance Use Only**********
Improvement of the existing sidewalk on Amador Valley Boulevard, in vicinity of the Iron Horse Regional Trail, Iron Horse
Nature Park and Open Space Project, and the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project, was included as part of the Project.
The costs of the sidewalk improvements are eligible for reimbursement from Transportation Development Act funds. To seek
reimbursement of these costs, Staff recommends a budget transfer of $50,000 from Transportation Development Act funds
as part of the Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project, CIP No. ST0517, to the Dublin Green Stormwater
Infrastructure Project, CIP Project No. ST0121.
REASON FOR BUDGET CHANGE
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
BUDGET CHANGE FORM
DECREASE BUDGET AMOUNT INCREASE BUDGET AMOUNT
(Old) ST0517 - Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian
Improvements - Transportation Development Act
City Council's Approval Required
(New) ST0121 - Green Stormwater Infrastructure
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Agenda Item 5.4
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Update to the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy
Prepared by: Jordan Foss, Senior Management Analyst
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider an amendment to the Outdoor Flag Display Policy to include
standards for lowering the Flag of the City of Dublin to half-staff to honor the death of current
or previous City elected officials. This item was requested by the City Council at the meeting of
December 16, 2025.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Amending the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy to Include
Standards for Lowering the Flag of the City of Dublin to Half-Staff.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
On December 16, 2025, the City Council received a report on the City’s Flag Policy and
directed Staff to bring back an amendment to include standards for lowering the City flag to
half-staff to honor the death of current or previous City elected officials.
Background
On June 4, 2019, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 56-19 (Attachment 4), establishing
the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy. The Policy governs how flags are displayed at
City facilities, including the Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California, and
the Flag of the City of Dublin. It also provides standards for the occasional display of
commemorative flags at the Dublin Civic Center, as approved by the City Council. The Policy
does not include standards for lowering the City flag to honor the death of City elected officials.
In practice, the City consistently lowers the Flag of the United States or the Flag of the State of
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California in accordance with official proclamations issued by the President of the United
States, the Governor of California, or as outlined in the United States Flag Code. These
actions are operational in nature and do not require City Council authorization.
While not provided for in the Policy, the City flag has been lowered to honor members of the
City Council who passed away, including Don Biddle (2018), Pete Snyder (2025), and Janet
Lockhart (2026).
Proposed Amendment
The proposed amendment is intended to provide clear guidance for lowering the City flag in
honor of the death of a current or former City elected official. The proposed amendment adds
“Section C. Lowering the Flag of the City of Dublin Only to Half-Staff” to the Policy and
includes the following:
The City may lower the City of Dublin flag at City facilities to honor the death of current
or a former local elected official unless the City Council determines that extraordinary
circumstances warrant maintaining the flag at full staff.
The City flag shall be lowered for five (5) consecutive days following the death of a
current or former Mayor, and lowered for three (3) consecutive days following the death
of a current or former councilmember.
“Local elected official” shall mean a current or former member of the Dublin City
Council.
The proposed amendment provides a clear and consistent framework for honoring the service
of current and former members of the Dublin City Council through the lowering of the City flag.
By establishing defined eligibility and duration standards, the Policy promotes transparency,
ensures uniform application, and supports appropriate civic recognition. Lastly, the proposed
amendment does not expand or alter the City’s obligations with respect to the Flag of the
United States or the Flag of the State of California.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution Amending the City Of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy to Include Standards
for Lowering the Flag of the City of Dublin to Half-Staff
2) Exhibit A to the Resolution – Outdoor Flag Display Policy
3) City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy (redlined)
4) Resolution 56-19 - Establishing the City of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy
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Attachment 1
Reso. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted 03/03/2026 Page 1 of 1
RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
AMENDING THE CITY OF DUBLIN OUTDOOR FLAG DISPLAY POLICY TO INCLUDE
STANDARDS FOR LOWERING THE FLAG OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN TO HALF-STAFF
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin displays the Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of
California, and the Flag of the City of Dublin at City facilities and parks; and
WHEREAS, on June 4, 2019, the City Council approved Resolution 56-19 establishing the City
of Dublin Outdoor Flag Display Policy (“Policy”); and
WHEREAS, on December 16, 2025, the City Council directed Staff to bring an amendment to
the Policy for City Council consideration; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish an amendment to the Policy that provides
guidance for when the Flag of the City of Dublin only shall be lowered in honor of the death of a current
or former City elected official.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin hereby adopts
the amended Outdoor Flag Display Policy attached hereto as Exhibit A.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this 3rd
day of March, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
City Clerk
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City of Dublin
City Council Policy
POLICY NAME: Outdoor
Flag Display Policy
ADOPTED YEAR: 2019 DEPARTMENT: CMO
REVISION YEAR: 2026
DEPARTMENT NUMBER:
1100
RESOLUTION #: 56-19 POLICY NUMBER: 102
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BACKGROUND:
The Dublin City Council desires to establish a policy regarding: (1) the outdoor display of the
Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California, and the Flag of the City of
Dublin at City facilities; and (2) the outdoor display of commemorative flags at the Dublin
Civic Center. In adopting this policy, the City Council declares that the City of Dublin's
flagpoles are not intended to serve as a forum for free expression of the public, but rather for
the display of Federal, State, and City flags, and any commemorative flag as may be
authorized by the City Council as an expression of the City Council's official sentiments.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this policy is to provide procedural guidance for the outdoor display of flags
at City facilities. Nothing in this policy is intended to control the City's indoor display of flags,
including commemorative flags, within City facilities.
POLICY:
I. Standards
Flags shall be displayed in accordance with Federal and State statutes, including, but not
limited to, Title 4, Chapter 1 of the United States Code and Sections 430 through 439 of the
California Government Code, and this policy.
II. Procedure
A. United States Flag, California State Flag, and City of Dublin Flag
1. No other flag shall be placed above the Flag of the United States and no other
flag shall be larger than the Flag of the United States. Other flags may be
flown at the same height and in the same size, in accordance with this policy.
Where both the Flag of the United States and the State of California are flown,
they shall be of the same size.
2. Flags should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously. The Flag of the
United States should be hoisted first and lowered last.
3. Flags shall be displayed during operating hours on all days on which the City
is open for business, and on national and state holidays. Flags may be
displayed twenty-four (24) hours a day as long as they are illuminated during
darkness.
Attachment 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution
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4. Flags shall not be displayed during inclement weather. However, all-weather
flags may be displayed twenty-four (24) hours a day as long as they are
illuminated during darkness.
5. When flags are displayed on a single pole, the order from top to bottom shall
be: the Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California, and if
displayed, the Flag of the City of Dublin.
6. When the flags are flown from adjacent flag poles, the Flag of the United
States shall be flown at the highest point of honor, which is the furthest point to
the left from the standpoint of the observer ("the flag's right"). The Flag of the
State of California shall be placed in the second position of honor. The Flag of
the City of Dublin, if displayed, shall be placed in the third position of honor.
7. The Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California and the Flag
of the City of Dublin shall be flown at the Dublin Civic Center.
B. Commemorative Flags
1. The City's flagpoles are not intended to serve as a forum for free expression
by the public. The City shall display commemorative flags only if authorized by
the City Council as an expression of the City's official sentiments. Any such
authorization shall be given at a duly noticed meeting of the City Council.
(a) The City Council shall only consider a request to display a
commemorative flag if the request is made by a member of the
Dublin City Council.
2. Commemorative flags shall be displayed for a period of time that is reasonable
or customary for the subject that is to be commemorated, but no longer than
thirty-one (31) continuous days.
3. Commemorative flags shall be displayed exclusively at the Dublin Civic
Center. Such flags may be displayed on the Civic Center flag poles or on one
or more buildings at the Civic Center.
4. Commemorative flags displayed on the Dublin Civic Center flagpoles shall be
displayed in the last position of honor beneath the Flag of the City of Dublin,
unless otherwise directed by the City Council and to the extent such display
does not conflict with federal law, state law, or this policy.
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C. Lowering the Flag of the City of Dublin Only to Half-Staff
1. In addition to half-staff observances ordered by the President of the United
States or the Governor of California, the City shall lower the Flag of the City of
Dublin at City facilities to honor the death of a current or former local elected
official unless the City Council determines that extraordinary circumstances
warrant maintaining the flag at full staff.
2. The City flag shall be lowered for five (5) consecutive days following the death
of a current or former Mayor, and lowered for three (3) consecutive days
following the death of a current or former councilmember.
3. For purposes of this section, a “local elected official” shall mean a current or
former member of the Dublin City Council.
APPROVED BY:
City Council Resolution No. XX-26
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
SUMMARY OF REVISIONS:
June 2019 – Adopted by Resolution No. 56-19
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City of Dublin
City Council Policy
POLICY NAME: Outdoor
Flag Display Policy
ADOPTED YEAR: 2019 DEPARTMENT: CMO
REVISION YEAR: 2026
DEPARTMENT NUMBER:
1100
RESOLUTION #: 56-19 POLICY NUMBER: 102
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BACKGROUND:
The Dublin City Council desires to establish a policy regarding: (1) the outdoor display of the
Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California, and the Flag of the City of
Dublin at City facilities; and (2) the outdoor display of commemorative flags at the Dublin
Civic Center. In adopting this policy, the City Council declares that the City of Dublin's
flagpoles are not intended to serve as a forum for free expression of the public, but rather for
the display of Federal, State, and City flags, and any commemorative flag as may be
authorized by the City Council as an expression of the City Council's official sentiments.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this policy is to provide procedural guidance for the outdoor display of flags
at City facilities. Nothing in this policy is intended to control the City's indoor display of flags,
including commemorative flags, within City facilities.
POLICY:
I. Standards
Flags shall be displayed in accordance with Federal and State statutes, including, but not
limited to, Title 4, Chapter 1 of the United States Code and Sections 430 through 439 of the
California Government Code, and this policy.
II. Procedure
A. United States Flag, California State Flag, and City of Dublin Flag
1. No other flag shall be placed above the Flag of the United States and no other
flag shall be larger than the Flag of the United States. Other flags may be
flown at the same height and in the same size, in accordance with this policy.
Where both the Flag of the United States and the State of California are flown,
they shall be of the same size.
2. Flags should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously. The Flag of the
United States should be hoisted first and lowered last.
3. Flags shall be displayed during operating hours on all days on which the City
is open for business, and on national and state holidays. Flags may be
displayed twenty-four (24) hours a day as long as they are illuminated during
darkness.
Attachment 3
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4. Flags shall not be displayed during inclement weather. However, all-weather
flags may be displayed twenty-four (24) hours a day as long as they are
illuminated during darkness.
5. When flags are displayed on a single pole, the order from top to bottom shall
be: the Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California, and if
displayed, the Flag of the City of Dublin.
6. When the flags are flown from adjacent flag poles, the Flag of the United
States shall be flown at the highest point of honor, which is the furthest point to
the left from the standpoint of the observer ("the flag's right"). The Flag of the
State of California shall be placed in the second position of honor. The Flag of
the City of Dublin, if displayed, shall be placed in the third position of honor.
7. The Flag of the United States, the Flag of the State of California and the Flag
of the City of Dublin shall be flown at the Dublin Civic Center.
B. Commemorative Flags
1. The City's flagpoles are not intended to serve as a forum for free expression
by the public. The City shall display commemorative flags only if authorized by
the City Council as an expression of the City's official sentiments. Any such
authorization shall be given at a duly noticed meeting of the City Council.
(a) The City Council shall only consider a request to display a
commemorative flag if the request is made by a member of the
Dublin City Council.
2. Commemorative flags shall be displayed for a period of time that is reasonable
or customary for the subject that is to be commemorated, but no longer than
thirty-one (31) continuous days.
3. Commemorative flags shall be displayed exclusively at the Dublin Civic
Center. Such flags may be displayed on the Civic Center flag poles or on one
or more buildings at the Civic Center.
4. Commemorative flags displayed on the Dublin Civic Center flagpoles shall be
displayed in the last position of honor beneath the Flag of the City of Dublin,
unless otherwise directed by the City Council and to the extent such display
does not conflict with federal law, state law, or this policy.
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C. Lowering the Flag of the City of Dublin Only to Half-Staff
1. In addition to half-staff observances ordered by the President of the United
States or the Governor of California, the City shall lower the Flag of the City of
Dublin at City facilities to honor the death of a current or former local elected
official unless the City Council determines that extraordinary circumstances
warrant maintaining the flag at full staff.
2. The City flag shall be lowered for five (5) consecutive days following the death
of a current or former Mayor, and lowered for three (3) consecutive days
following the death of a current or former councilmember.
3. For purposes of this section, a “local elected official” shall mean a current or
former member of the Dublin City Council.
APPROVED BY:
City Council Resolution No. XX-26
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
SUMMARY OF REVISIONS:
June 2019 – Adopted by Resolution No. 56-19
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RESOLUTION NO. 56 — 19
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF DUBLIN OUTDOOR FLAG DISPLAY POLICY
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin displays the United States Flag, the California State Flag, and the
City of Dublin Flag at the Dublin Civic Center; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin does not have a policy regarding the display of such flags or the
display of any commemorative flags; and
WHEREAS, at its May 21, 2019 meeting, the City Council directed Staff to bring a flag display
policy for City Council consideration; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish a policy that provides guidance and standards
for the outdoor display of flags at City facilities, including commemorative flags other than the United
States, California, and City flags.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin hereby adopts
the Outdoor Flag Display Policy attached hereto as Exhibit A.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of June 2019, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Goel, Hernandez, Josey, Kumagai, and Mayor Haubert
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ayor
ATTEST:
auf,e
City Clerk
Reso 55-19, Adopted 6/ 4/2019, Item 7.1 Page 1 of 1
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Background:
CITY OF DUBLIN
OUTDOOR FLAG DISPLAY POLICY
The Dublin City Council desires to establish a policy regarding: (1) the outdoor display of the
United States Flag, the California State Flag, and the City of Dublin Flag at City facilities; and
(2)the outdoor display of commemorative flags at the Dublin Civic Center.
In adopting this policy, the City Council declares that the City of Dublin's flagpoles are not
intended to serve as a forum for free expression of the public, but rather for the display of
Federal, State, and City Flags, and any commemorative flag as may be authorized by the City
Council as an expression of the City Council's official sentiments.
Purpose:
The purpose of this policy is to provide procedural guidance for the outdoor display of flags at
City facilities. Nothing in this policy is intended to control the City's indoor display of flags,
including commemorative flags, within City facilities.
Policy:
I.Standards
Flags shall be displayed in accordance with Federal and State statutes, including, but not limited
to, Title 4, Chapter 1 of the United States Code and Sections 430 through 439 of the California
Government Code, and this policy.
II.Procedure
A.United States Flag, California State Flag, and City of Dublin Flag
1.No other flag shall be placed above the United States Flag and no other
flag shall be larger than the United States Flag. Other flags may be flown
at the same height and in the same size, in accordance with this policy.
Where both the United State Flag and the California State Flags are flown,
they shall be of the same size.
2.Flags should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously. The United
States Flag should be hoisted first and lowered last.
3.Flags shall be displayed during operating hours on all days on which the
City is open for business, and on national and state holidays. Flags may
be displayed twenty-four (24) hours a day as long as they are illuminated
during darkness.
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4.Flags shall not be displayed during inclement weather. However, all
weather flags may be displayed twenty-four (24) hours a day as long as
they are illuminated during darkness.
5.When flags are displayed on a single pole, the order from top to bottom
shall be: the United States Flag, the California State Flag, and if displayed,
the City of Dublin Flag.
6.When the flags are flown from adjacent flag poles, the United States Flag
shall be flown at the highest point of honor, which is the furthest point to
the left from the standpoint of the observer ("the flag's right"). The
California State Flag shall be placed in the second position of honor. The
City of Dublin Flag, if displayed, shall be placed in the third position of
honor.
7.The United States Flag, the State of California Flag and the City of Dublin
Flag shall be flown at the Dublin Civic Center.
B.Commemorative Flags
3229102.3
1.The City's flagpoles are not intended to serve as a forum for free
expression by the public. The City shall display commemorative flags
only if authorized by the City Council as an expression of the City's
official sentiments. Any such authorization shall be given at a duly noticed
meeting of the City Council.
(a)The City Council shall only consider a request to display a
commemorative flag if the request is made by a member of the
Dublin City Council.
2.Commemorative flags shall be displayed for a period of time that is
reasonable or customary for the subject that is to be commemorated, but
no longer than thirty-one (31) continuous days.
3.Commemorative flags shall be displayed exclusively at the Dublin Civic
Center. Such flags may be displayed on the Civic Center flag poles or on
one or more buildings at the Civic Center.
4.Commemorative flags displayed on the Dublin Civic Center flagpoles
shall be displayed in the last position of honor beneath the City of Dublin
Flag, unless otherwise directed by the City Council and to the extent such
display does not conflict with federal law, state law, or this policy.
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Agenda Item 6.1
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Extension of Adopted Urgency Interim Ordinance 01-26 Prohibiting the
Establishment, Expansion, or Relocation of Firearms Retailing and
Firearms Shooting Range Uses (PLPA-004331-2026)
Prepared by: Jennifer Byous, Planning Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider the first extension of Urgency Interim Ordinance No. 01-26,
adopted on January 20, 2026, which prohibited the establishment, expansion, or relocation of
firearms retailing and firearms shooting range uses for an initial 45-day period within the City.
The ordinance was adopted pursuant to California Government Code Section 65858 to allow
the City time to complete a comprehensive review of land use and regulatory frameworks
governing such uses and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare during that review
period. A four-fifths (4/5) vote of the City Council, following a public hearing, is required to
extend the Urgency Interim Ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Waive the reading and adopt the Ordinance Extending Urgency Interim Ordinance 01-26 of
the City Council of the City of Dublin Prohibiting the Establishment, Expansion, or Relocation
of Firearms Retailing and Firearms Shooting Range Uses W ithin the City.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
Background
In January 2026, the City Council adopted Urgency Interim Ordinance No. 01-26 which
imposed a citywide moratorium on establishment, expansion, or relocation of firearms retailing
and firearms shooting range uses for an initial 45-day period. During this interim period, no
new firearms retailing or firearms shooting range uses, expansions, or relocations could be
approved. The ordinance was adopted to ensure that potentially incompatible uses would not
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be allowed by right or permitted while the City completes a comprehensive review of land use
and regulatory frameworks governing such uses.
Analysis
Pursuant to the Dublin Municipal Code, firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges are
considered retail and recreation facility uses and, in some zoning districts, may be permitted by
right, subject to compliance with applicable regulations and permit s. The adopted Urgency
Interim Ordinance provided the City with an opportunity to pause the existing review and
approval process for these uses to evaluate whether such uses should be further regulated
through additional zoning standards or requirements. Since the adoption of the Urgency
Interim Ordinance, Staff has begun the process of gathering relevant data and taken the
following steps:
Researched best practices and zoning regulations instituted by other California
cities, including discussions with other City staff regarding zoning regulations and
standards for firearm retail uses and indoor shooting ranges.
Analyzed potential buffers around sensitive uses and firearm retailers to identify their
proximity to such uses.
Began working with the Building and Safety Division, Dublin Police Services, and the
City Attorney’s Office on permitting requirements.
Given the complexity of the issue and the various land use and regulatory frameworks
governing firearm retail uses and indoor shooting ranges , Staff needs additional time to
complete its review and develop policy recommendations. Therefore, Staff requests that the
City Council extend the Urgency Interim Ordinance for an additional ten months and fifteen
days, until January 21, 2027, as permitted by California Government Code Section 65858(a),
to provide sufficient time to complete the necessary research, present findings, receive City
Council direction, and implement that direction.
In accordance with Government Code section 65858(d), the City has prepared and issued a
written report describing the measures taken to alleviate the conditions that led to adoption of
the interim ordinance. That report was made publicly available on February 24, 2026, more
than ten days prior to expiration of the interim ordinance and is incorporated herein by
reference.
Staff will continue to prioritize this issue in an effort to bring this back to the City Council as
soon as possible.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Adoption of the attached ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), because it can be seen with
certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant adverse impact on
the environment.
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STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
In accordance with State law, a public notice was published in the East Bay Times and posted
at several locations throughout the City. The City Council agenda was posted in accordance
with applicable noticing requirements.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Ordinance Extending Urgency Interim Ordinance 01-26 of the City Council of the City of
Dublin Prohibiting the Establishment, Expansion, or Relocation of Firearms Retailing and
Shooting Range Uses
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Attachment 1
Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026
ORDINANCE NO. XX-26
EXTENDING URGENCY INTERIM ORDINANCE 01-26 OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
PROHIBITING THE ESTABLISHMENT, EXPANSION, OR RELOCATION OF FIREARMS
RETAILING AND SHOOTING RANGE USES WITHIN THE CITY
(PLPA-004331-2026)
The Dublin City Council does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. RECITALS
A. The City Council of the City of Dublin previously found that firearm-related injuries and deaths
have a significant adverse impact on public health, safety, and welfare nationally, statewide, and
locally; and
B. The City Council continues to consider and study zoning amendments that would regulate the
approval, siting, or operation of firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges in order to
address land use compatibility concerns and protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and
C. The City Council previously found that firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges increase
access and visibility to firearms in the surrounding area and may raise land use compatibility
concerns when located near sensitive land uses such as schools, parks, libraries, childcare
facilities, and residential neighborhoods; and
D. The City Council previously found that interim regulation is necessary to prevent the approval of
firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges that could undermine or prejudice the zoning
amendments under study during the study period; and
E. Under the Dublin Municipal Code, firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges are considered
Retail and Recreation Facility uses and, in some zoning districts, may be permitted by right,
subject to compliance with applicable regulations and permits; and
F. The City Council has received inquiries regarding the potential establishment of a firearms
retailer and/or indoor shooting range in proximity to a planned or existing school within the City,
prompting concern—similarly expressed in state and federal law (see 18 U.S.C. § 922(q) and
Cal. Penal Code, § 626.9)—that existing zoning regulations may not adequately address the
compatibility of such uses with surrounding sensitive land uses; and
G. The City Council desires to study potential amendments to the Dublin Zoning Ordinan ce to
address the siting and regulation of firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges, including
whether such uses should be further regulated through additional zoning standards or
requirements; and
H. The City Council previously found that, during the period in which such zoning amendments are
being considered and studied, the approval of firearms retailers and firearms shooting ranges
prior to completion of that study could result in land use conflicts that would be difficult to remedy
after the fact; and
I. Government Code section 65858 authorizes a city council, as an urgency measure and without
following the procedures otherwise required for adoption of a zoning ordinance, to adopt an
interim ordinance prohibiting uses that may be in c onflict with a contemplated zoning proposal,
including zoning amendments under study, in order to protect the public health, safety, and
welfare, and further authorizes the city council, following notice pursuant to Government Code
section 65090 and a public hearing, to extend such an interim ordinance by a four-fifths vote
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upon finding that a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare continues
to exist; and
J. Government Code sections 36934 and 36937(b) authorize adoption of urgenc y ordinances at a
regular or special meeting, provided the ordinance contains findings of urgency and is adopted
by a four-fifths vote of the City Council; and
K. The City Council finds and declares that there is a current and immediate threat to the public
health, safety, and welfare if firearms retailers and/or firearms shooting ranges are established
or expanded during the pendency of the zoning amendments under study, prior to the adoption
of permanent regulations.
SECTION 2. FINDINGS
A. The City Council finds and declares that this Ordinance is necessary as an urgency measure for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety, within the meaning of
Government Code sections 36937(b) and 65858, because approval of firearms retailers and/or
firearms shooting ranges during the pendency of the City’s zoning study would pose a current
and immediate threat to the public health, safety, and welfare by allowing potentially incompatible
land uses near sensitive receptors.
B. The City Council further finds that the approval of permits, licenses, or other entitlements by the
City required to comply with a zoning ordinance to establish or operate firearms retailers and/or
firearms shooting ranges during the study period would result in a current and immediate threat
to the public health, safety, or welfare, within the meaning of Government Code section 65858(c),
because such approvals would allow uses that may conflict with zoning amendments under
study.
C. The City Council finds that adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15061(c)(3), because it can be
seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance will have a significant effect on
the environment.
SECTION 3. EXTENSION OF INTERIM PROHIBITION ON ESTABLISHMENT, EXPANSION, AND
RELOCATION OF FIREARMS RETAILING AND FIREARMS SHOOTING RANGE USES
A. Notwithstanding any provision of the Dublin Municipal Code to the contrary, the prohibition on
establishment, expansion, or relocation of firearms retailing and firearms shooting range uses
within the City of Dublin is hereby extended for an additional period of ten (10) months and fifteen
(15) days from the date the interim urgency ordinance would otherwise expire.
B. For purposes of this Ordinance, “firearm” shall have the same meaning as set forth in California
Penal Code section 16520.
C. This Ordinance is intended as an interim, prohibitory zoning mea sure to prevent the approval of
firearms retailing and firearms shooting range uses that may conflict with zoning amendments
under study by the City Council.
SECTION 4. INTERIM NATURE OF ORDINANCE
This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to Government Code section 65858 as an extension of the interim
urgency ordinance prohibiting the establishment , expansion, or relocation of firearms dealership uses
during the period in which the City is studying zoning amendments related to firearms dealerships.
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SECTION 5. DURATION
This urgency ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption and shall remain in effect for ten
(10) months and fifteen (15) days from the date the interim urgency ordinance would otherwise expire,
unless extended in accordance with Government Code section 65858.
SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be
invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the
Ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section,
subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more portions
may be declared invalid.
SECTION 7. NON-CODIFICATION
This Ordinance is an interim urgency ordinance and shall not be codified in the Dublin Municipal Code.
SECTION 8. EFFECTIVE DATE AND ADOPTION
This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by a four-fifths vote of the City Council.
SECTION 9. POSTING
The City Clerk of the City of Dublin shall cause this Ordinance to be published and posted in the
manner required by law.
{Signatures on the following page}
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on
this 3rd day of March, 2026, by the following votes:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
City Clerk
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Extension of Adopted Urgency
Interim Ordinance Prohibiting the
Establishment, Expansion, or
Relocation of Firearms Retailing and
Shooting Range Uses
City Council
March 3, 2026
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Background
•On January 20, 2026, the City Council adopted Urgency Interim Ordinance No.
01-26, establishing a 45-day citywide moratorium on firearms retailing and
indoor shooting range uses.
•The urgency ordinance provides time for the City to evaluate whether additional
land use regulations or zoning standards are needed.
•Under current zoning regulations:
•Firearms sales are permitted by right in commercial zoning districts.
•Indoor shooting ranges require either a Zoning Clearance or Minor Use Permit.
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Review Status and Report
•Conducted research on best practices and zoning regulations used by other
California cities related to firearm retailers and indoor shooting ranges.
•Coordinated internally with Building and Safety, Dublin Police Services, and the
City Attorney’s Office regarding potential permitting and operational standards.
•Analyzed potential buffer requirements between firearm retailers and sensitive
uses.
•Pursuant to Government Code Section 65858(d), the City prepared and
released a report on February 24, 2026 describing measures taken to address
the conditions that led to adoption of the interim ordinance.
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Proposed Extension Interim Ordinance
•Due to the complexity of firearm land use regulation and policy considerations,
additional time is needed to complete review and develop recommendations.
•Staff recommends extending the interim ordinance for an additional ten months
and fifteen days.
•Adoption of the extension requires a four-fifths vote of the City Council.
•If approved, the ordinance would remain in effect through January 21, 2027.
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Environmental Review
•Exempt per CEQA Guidelines section 15061(c)(3)
•No possibility of a significant adverse impact on the environment
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Recommendation
•Waive the reading and adopt the Ordinance Extending Urgency
Interim Ordinance 01-26 of the City Council of the City of Dublin
Prohibiting the Establishment, Expansion, or Relocation of Firearms
Retailing and Firearms Shooting Range Uses Within the City.
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Agenda Item 8.1
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Designation of Agency Labor Negotiators for Unrepresented Employees:
City Manager and City Attorney
Prepared by: Marsha Moore, MMC, City Clerk
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider the appointment of two councilmembers as representatives for
the City Manager’s annual review and performance evaluation including discussion of
compensation matters, and two councilmembers as representatives for the City Att orney’s
annual review and performance evaluation, including discussion of compensation matters.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Appoint two councilmembers as representatives for the City Manager’s annual review and
performance evaluation, including discussion of compensation, and appoint two
councilmembers as representatives for the City Attorney’s annual review and performance
evaluation, including discussion of compensation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The Brown Act allows the City Council to meet in closed session to discuss the performance of
employees that report to the City Council. Additionally, it allows the City Council to meet in
closed session with its designated representatives — usually referred to as “labor negotiators”
— to discuss the compensation of such employees. Any final action on the proposed
compensation must be taken in open session.
The City Council will consider and discuss the appointment of two councilmembers to serve as
the City’s representatives for the City Manager’s annual review and performance evaluation,
including discussion of compensation, and two councilmembers as the City’s representatives
in the performance evaluation process with the City Attorney, including discussion of
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compensation.
It has been the City’s custom for many years to appoint the labor negotiators prior to reviewing
the City Manager’s and City Attorney’s performance. Doing so allows the negotiators to have
compensation discussions with the City Manager and City Attorney during or after the review
process. At the end of the process, the representatives will report their recommendations to
the City Council in open session. The last time such committees were convened was 2025; the
two designated labor negotiators for the City Manager were Mayor Hu and Councilmember
Qaadri, and the two designated negotiators for the City Attorney were Vice Mayor Josey and
Councilmember McCorriston.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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Agenda Item 8.2
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Report on Public Data Security
Prepared by: Victor Fox, Police Chief and Steve Windsor, Chief
Information Security Officer
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will receive a report on how the City protects the public data it collects in the
course of normal business operations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
During Item 9 of the December 2, 2025 meeting, the City Council requested a report on how
the City protects the public’s data.
Background
The City collects and utilizes information from a variety of technological sources encompassing
public safety, finance, business, recreation, property, infrastructure as part of the normal
course of providing community services. This report addresses the protection protocols around
the two major categories of information collected and utilized in Dublin – public safety data
collected by Dublin Police Services, and data collected by the City through internal systems
and third parties to provide general community services and programs.
Data Collected by Dublin Police Services
Dublin Police Services (DPS) utilizes technology systems to support law enforcement
operations while maintaining strict controls over how public data is accessed and used. The
primary technologies used by DPS that collect and/or use electronic data are the Flock Safety
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camera system and the Peregrine Technologies data integration system. DPS also uses its
own internal systems in the completion of routine daily business. The following is a discussion
of key components of the department's data protection practices across all systems.
Automated License Plate Reader and Situational Awareness Cameras (Flock Safety)
DPS has deployed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) and situational awareness
camera (sitcam) equipment and technology since 2017. In October 2024, the City Council
approved an agreement with Flock Safety for the purchase and installation of 82 ALPR
cameras and sitcams. This transition improves image quality, reliability, and real-time alert
capability while maintaining existing governance and compliance policies.
Flock’s camera systems capture vehicle data only and are used exclusively for defined law
enforcement purposes such as vehicle recovery, suspect identification, emergency notification
alerts, and investigative leads. Specifically, ALPR technology supports real-time incident
management and aids in investigations and monitors high traffic intersections, including
ingress/egress points. This data is not used for generalized surveillance or any type of
monitoring without a law enforcement purpose.
There are several laws and policies that govern the retention, access, and use of the data
collected through ALPR technology, and with which DPS is in compliance:
Senate Bill (SB) 34 (2016). Governs ALPR access, retention, audit logging, and
sharing limits. Specifically, it prohibits police from circulating ALPR data with the federal
government and agencies in other states.
Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Policy 5.42 (ALPR). Governs the use of ALPR
systems, including usage, data collection, training, and security.
SB 54 (The California Values Act, 2018). While this law does not specifically discuss
the use of ALPR data, it restricts state and local law enforcement from using resources
(which would include technological resources such as ALPR systems) for federal
immigration enforcement.
CJIS Compliance. Electronic data collected by DPS systems, including ALPRs, is also
compliant with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Criminal Justice Information
Services (CJIS) Security Policy. This requires federal, state, and local agencies and
contractors to implement controls such as encryption, multi-factor authentication,
auditing, and background checks to protect data.
Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) and Investigative Data Integration (Peregrine Technologies)
Dublin Police Services’ RTCC is a centralized hub that integrates data from a variety of
sources, such as ALPRs and sitcams, calls for service, and crime analytics, to give officers
instant, actionable intelligence for faster response times, better situational awareness,
increased suspect identifications, and safer outcomes. As part of its RTCC operations, DPS
uses Peregrine Technologies, a web-based software-as-a-service that consolidates data from
existing law enforcement systems into a single point of access for analysis, reporting, and
oversight. Peregrine does not independently collect or retain data, and all information remains
the property of the City. Peregrine’s data security protocols include end-to-end encryption,
granular access and usage control, and audit trails.
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In addition, the Peregrine system in compliance with CJIS, supports Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements, and has achieved high-level security
certifications, including the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP)
High. The FedRAMP control system is one of the most stringent cybersecurity frameworks in
existence, with a compliance structure relies on three distinct levels. The “High” certification
gives organizations the strongest protections, particularly for those that handle national
security, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure data.
General DPS Systems
In addition, DPS employs the following controls related to the data it collects across all
systems.
Data ownership and retention. All data collected through DPS systems is owned by
the City. Camera data is automatically deleted after 30 days and cannot be extended by
the vendor. Data is not sold, shared, or repurposed beyond its intended law
enforcement use.
Access Control. Access to DPS systems is restricted by role, and every search for
data requires a registered user identification and documented reason for the search.
Permanent audit logs are maintained for all system access and searches.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Where AI features are used, they are limited to informational functions such as summarization.
Content generated via AI is clearly labeled, linked to source data, and does not initiate
enforcement actions or automate decisions. All operational decisions re main human-directed.
Data Collected by City Departments
In the course of daily operations, the City collects data in two ways: with internal or City-
controlled systems, and through third-party software. Data protection protocols for both are
described below.
City-Controlled Systems
The Information Technology (IT) Department employs a layered security approach to
protecting systems that are accessed through the City’s network and the data they contain.
The primary systems that collect and maintain sensitive information are: 1) Tyler Munis,
Dublin’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, which includes finance, human
resources, payroll, and permitting modules; and 2) Laserfiche, which digitizes, secures, and
organizes documents and workflows.
The following areas represent the key components of Dublin's information security program
that is utilized with Tyler Munis, Laserfiche, and all other City-controlled information databases.
Data Protection and Encryption. The City uses industry-standard encryption to protect
data both in storage and during transmission. Encrypted backups are maintained in
secure cloud environments.
Identity and Access Management. Access to City systems is restricted through
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granular, role-based access controls and multi-factor authentication. System
permissions are managed to ensure employees have access only to the information
necessary for their role. Physical access to City facilities is managed through a strict
electronic badging system that is monitored and controlled remotely.
Network and Threat Protection. City networks are protected by enterprise firewalls
and 24/7 security operations monitoring. Endpoint protection is deployed on all City
devices to defend against malware and other threats.
Monitoring and Logging. City systems are continuously monitored for unusual activity.
Centralized logging and alerting allow staff to identify and investigate abnormal behavior
in real time.
Incident Response. The City maintains a formal incident response plan that is tested
annually. In the event of a security incident, response efforts are coordinated between
IT, DPS, the City Attorney, and City leadership.
Transparency and Privacy. The City balances public access to information with the
protection of personal data. Legal review and redaction are applied to public records
requests to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws.
Employee Training. All City employees participate in ongoing security awareness
training, including phishing simulations, to reduce the risk of human error.
Third-Party Vendors
The City works with a number of third-party vendors that handle City data, such as software
and apps like ActiveNet (for registering in City programs), HomeKeeper (for managing client
data and tracking properties), and FixIT Dublin (for reporting maintenance issues). All third-
party vendors are required to complete a security review and meet contractual security
requirements related to data privacy before approval.
Transparency and SB 272
In 2015, Senate Bill 272 was signed into law, requiring local agencies (excluding school
districts) to create catalogs of all enterprise systems that store information about the public,
and to post this catalog on their websites. This law, codified in California Government Code
Section 6270.5, is designed to increase transparency about the data collected by government.
An enterprise system as a software application or computer system that collects, stores,
exchanges, and analyzes information that the agency uses that is a multi-departmental
system or system that contains information collected about the public and a system of record
(a system that serves as an original source of data within an agency).
For each enterprise system included in the catalog list, agencies must disclose:
o Current system vendor and product
o The purpose of the system
o What kind of data is stored in it
o The department that serves as the system's primary custodian
o How frequently system data is collected and updated
Dublin’s SB 272 inventory can be found at https://dublin.ca.gov/1852/ESCT-SB-272 and is
included as an attachment to this Staff Report.
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STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) City of Dublin SB 272 Inventory
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Vendor Product Purpose Data Stored Custodial Dept Collected/Updated
Tyler Technologies MUNIS ERP City-wide financial management, payroll, HR, and procurement Financial transactions, vendor data, purchase orders, contracts, public-facing billing/AR records FIN Daily
Tyler Technologies EnerGov Permitting, licensing, inspections, and code enforcement Permit applications, inspection records, license data, code cases, public applicant info FIN / PLN Daily
Tyler Technologies Tyler Cashiering Payment processing for city services Payment transactions, receipt records, payer information FIN Daily
Laserfiche Laserfiche RIO Enterprise document management and records retention Official city records, public documents, images, retention schedules CLK Daily
Granicus, LLC Peak Agenda, Media Manager, Swagit Streaming/Captioning Public meeting agenda creation, minutes, streaming, captioning Meeting agendas, minutes, video recordings, public comments CLK As needed (per meeting cycle)
NeoGov Governmentjobs.com Online recruitment, job postings, applicant tracking Job applications, resumes, candidate evaluations from the public HRM Daily
Netfile E-filing System Electronic filing of campaign finance and economic interest disclosures Financial disclosure statements, campaign contributions, filer info CLK As needed (per filing period)
OpenGov Budgeting and Planning Suite (incl. Open Town Hall)Budget development, financial planning, public engagement Budget data, public survey responses, community feedback FIN Daily / As needed
Salesforce / Grounded Solutions HomeKeeper (Sales & Service Cloud)Affordable housing program management and compliance Homeowner/applicant records, property data, income verification HSG Daily
ElectricBaby, Inc Online Homeownership Application (Salesforce)Online application portal for homeownership programs Public applicant personal info, income data, eligibility docs HSG As needed
ActiveNetwork ActiveNet Recreation registration, facility reservations, activity management Public registrant info, class enrollments, facility bookings, payments PCS Daily
Esri ArcGIS (Enterprise GIS)Geographic information system for spatial analysis and public data Parcel data, zoning, infrastructure layers, spatial datasets ISS / PWK Daily
DocuSign DocuSign Electronic signature and agreement management Signed contracts, agreements, signatory info (public parties)CMO Daily
CivicPlus Website Hosting and Support Website hosting, forms, ADA compliance Public forms, website content, ADA reports CMO Daily
CivicPlus SeeClickFix Public service request and issue reporting Service requests, location data, photos, public requestor info CMO / MKT Daily
CivicPlus Next Request Public records request tracking and fulfillment Records requests, public requestor info, response documents CLK As needed
CivicPlus ArchiveSocial Social media archiving for records compliance Archived public-facing social media posts, comments, messages MKT Daily (automated)
Omnigo Software (Quetel)Physical Evidence Management Law enforcement evidence tracking and chain of custody Evidence records, case associations, chain of custody logs DPS Daily
KAM Software Technologies Crossroads Traffic collision investigation and reporting Collision reports, witness/party info, vehicle data, scene diagrams DPS As needed (per incident)
Cellebrite Cellebrite UFED Digital forensics for law enforcement investigations Extracted digital evidence, case files, forensic reports DPS As needed (per case)
Everbridge, Inc Nixle Engage Mass public notification and community engagement Resident contact info, subscriber lists, notification history MKT Daily
CoStar CoStar Realty Information Commercial real estate market data and analysis Property listings, sales data, market analytics, tenant info EDD Daily
ZOOMGRANTS Zoom Grants Online grant application and management Grant applications, public applicant info, award amounts, reports PCS As needed (per grant cycle)
iCityWork iCityWork Public-facing development activity website and project information Development project details, status, maps, public documents PLN / PWK As needed
Amobius Group LLC Veribook Online appointment scheduling for passport appointments and Livescan fingerprinting Public appointment records, scheduling data, requestor info DPS Daily
REVEAL DATA CORP Logikcull eDiscovery and public records search Litigation documents, public records search results (verify if public data stored)CLK As needed
Interactive Data IDI Core Data Investigative data lookup for law enforcement Person records, address history (verify if Dublin stores originals or query-only)DPS As needed
LEHR Investigative Data Platform (IDP)Commercial data for law enforcement investigations Person/entity records (verify if storing originals or query-only)DPS As needed
Callyo Investigations Law enforcement call recording Recorded calls with public, communication logs (verify if system of record)DPS As needed
CaseGuard Body Worn Camera Redaction Software Video redaction for BWC footage prior to public release Redacted video of public interactions (verify if system of record)DPS As needed
Teamsideline Sports Schedule and Roster App Sports league scheduling and roster management Public participant names, team rosters (verify depth of public data)PCS Seasonally
EPACT Signature/Emergency Contact Software Participant emergency contact and medical info Public participant emergency contacts, medical info, waivers PCS As needed
HydroApps Aquatic Forms and Log Software Pool safety logging and compliance Safety inspections, incident reports (verify if public injury/incident data stored)PCS Daily
General Code Publishing Co.Municipal Code Updates Online Municipal Code Proprietary Offsite Database Codified local laws and ordinances CMO As needed
Attachment 1
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Report on Public Data
Security
March 3, 2026
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Executive Summary
•The City collects and utilizes information from a variety of
technological sources.
•This report addresses the protection protocols around the
two major categories of information collected and utilized in
Dublin:
•Public safety data collected by Dublin Police Services
•Data collected by the City through internal systems and third
parties
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DPS Data Protection
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Cameras and Investigative Technology
•Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) and Situational Awareness
Cameras (Sitcams) in use since 2017 –Vehicle recovery, suspect ID,
investigative leads.
•82 cameras approved by Council (Oct 15, 2024) to
modernize and expand coverage.
•Peregrine Technologies consolidates law enforcement data –All systems
under strict legal compliance.
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ALPRs
•Capture license plates and vehicle descriptors only. No personal
identifying information or demographic data is collected.
•Human verification required before any enforcement action.
•Support stolen vehicle recovery, emergency notification alerts (AMBER,
Silver,Ebony, etc), criminal investigations, at-risk missing persons, and
officer safety.
Flock Safety —Data Uses
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Situational Cameras (Sitcams)
•Support real-time incident management and aid in investigations.
•Monitors high traffic intersections, including ingress/egress points.
•Not used for generalized surveillance or any type of monitoring
without a law enforcement purpose.
•DPS operates these cameras under Policy and Procedure 5.26.
Flock Safety —Data Uses
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•Data 100% owned by DPS -never sold; auto-deleted after 30 days by
default.
•Every search is logged with user ID and case reason (permanent audit
trail).
•Flock has no access to personally identifiable information.
•DPS decides who to share data with, not Flock Safety.
Flock Safety —Data Security
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•No public IP; data is CJIS-compliant AWS GovCloud with end-to-end
encryption.
•Achieved 10 security certifications, including CJIS.
•Multi-factor authentication, role-based access.
Flock Safety — Data Security
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•Deactivated the ability for out-of-state and federal agencies to
request data from California agencies (March 2025).
•Created a search filter that blocks any search reason appearing to
include immigration enforcement or reproductive care (July 2025).
• Created the ability to audit whether or not a search query yielded any
results (August 2025).
Flock Safety — Data Security
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Legal and Policy Compliance
•SB 34 (2016) – Governs ALPR access, retention, audit logging, and sharing
limits.
•SB 54 (The California Values Act, 2018) – Restricts state and local law
enforcement from using resources for federal immigration enforcement.
•ACSO Policy 5.42 (ALPR) – Governs usage, data collection, training, and
security.
•CJIS Compliance – Requires encryption, multi-factor ID, audting, etc
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Peregrine — Data Uses
•Consolidates existing RMS, CAD, and CRIMS data into a single point
of access for analysis, reporting, and oversight.
•Not predictive policing – No risk scores, targeting, or automated
enforcement.
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Peregrine — Data Security
•Does not independently collect data.
•DPS owns all data – Not sold or shared; auto-removed when expunged
at source.
•CJIS compliant and has achieved high-level security certifications,
including FedRamp High.
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Peregrine — Data Security
•AI features are informational only, do not initiate enforcement actions,
automate decisions, or operate without human oversight.
•Peregrine does not build or train its own AI models.
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General Privacy and Anti-Bias Safeguards
•Role-based access to systems, full audit logging, data encryption,
and automated data deletion after 30 days.
•No demographic profiling by race, ethnicity, or any protected
characteristic.
•Monthly supervisory audits.
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General Accountability and Oversight
•Departmental policy governs all data collection, interpretation, and
action.
•Platform tools support transparency, auditing, and compliance
reporting.
•Regular audits ensure adherence to policy and law.
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Summary
•ALPR and Situational Awareness cameras in use since 2017 — Flock
Safety and Peregrine improve operational capability with strong
protections of data privacy.
•All systems comply with SB 34, SB 54, DPS Policy 5.26, and ACSO
Policy 5.42.
•DPS is committed to transparent, lawful, and equitable use of public
safety technology.
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Questions?
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City IT Data Protection
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Data Protection and Encryption
•Industry-standard encryption protects data in storage and
during transmission.
•Encrypted backups are maintained in secure cloud
environments.
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Identity and Access Management
•System access is restricted through granular, role-based
controls and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
•Employees have access only to the information necessary for
their role (Least Privilege).
•Physical access to City facilities is electronically managed and
monitored.
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Network and Threat Protection
•Enterprise firewalls protect City networks from external threats.
•24/7 security operations monitoring detects and responds to
threats in real time.
•Endpoint malware protection is deployed on all City devices.
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Monitoring and Logging
•City systems are continuously monitored for unusual activity
(SOC).
•Centralized logging and alerting identify abnormal behavior.
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Incident Response
•Incident response plan is documented and tested annually
(Tabletop).
•Response coordination includes IT, Police, Legal, and City
leadership.
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Transparency and Privacy
•Public access to information is balanced with protection of
personal data (redacting).
•Legal review and redaction are applied to public records requests
(PRA Review).
•Practices comply with applicable state and federal privacy laws.
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Employee Training
•All City employees receive mandatory security awareness
training.
•Ongoing phishing simulation testing reinforces employee
readiness.
•Training reduces the risk of human error as an attack vector.
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Vendor Risk Management
•Third-party vendors complete a security review before handling
City data.
•Contractual security requirements are required for approval.
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Questions?
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Agenda Item 8.3
DATE: March 3, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Resolution Initiating Formation of Street Lighting Assessment District
2026-1 and Directing the Preparation of the Required Engineer’s Report,
and Resolution Directing Preparation of Annual Engineer’s Reports for
Landscaping and Lighting Districts 1983-2, 1986-1, and 1997-1
Prepared by: Brad Olson, Management Analyst II
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City of Dublin currently has two Street Lighting Maintenance District (SLMDs) that fund the
operation and maintenance of streetlights. The City also has three Landscaping and Lighting
Districts (LLDs) that fund maintenance of landscape improvements. SLMDs 1983-1 and 1999-
1 are proposed to be consolidated and replaced with a new Street Lighting Assessment District
(SLAD) 2026-1. The formation of this new district, which will address the growing streetlighting
operations and maintenance funding shortfall, requires notice and balloting proceedings
pursuant to Article XIIID of the California Constitution and the Proposition 218 Right to Vote on
Taxes Act. In accordance with Proposition 218, the City Council will consider adopting a
resolution initiating the formation of SLAD 2026-1 and directing the preparation of the related
Engineer’s Report. The City Council will also consider adopting a resolution directing the
preparation of Engineer’s Reports for each of the City’s LLDs to levy and collect assessments
on the property tax roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Initiating Formation of Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District No.
2026-1 and Directing the Preparation of the Required Engineer’s Report Pursuant to the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California
Constitution; and adopt the Resolution Directing the Preparation of the Annual Engineer’s
Reports for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Landscaping and Lighting Districts 1983-2, 1986-1, and
1997-1.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The cost of preparing the Engineer’s Reports and the Proposition 218 services is included in
the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and is paid by each respective District.
DESCRIPTION:
This Staff Report proposes two actions for City Council consideration. The first is to authorize
Staff to initiate formation proceedings of a new Street Lighting Assessment District (SLAD) No.
2026-1, which consolidates two existing Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts
(LLDs) into one, and direct Staff to prepare the required Engineer’s Report for the new SLAD.
The second is to direct Staff to prepare the Engineer’s Reports for the other three existing
LLDs. Engineer’s Reports are prepared on an annual basis in advance of the new fiscal year
and budget adoption. The City Council will review the final reports and consider ordering the
levy of assessments during a public hearing.
New District Formation Proceedings
Background
On May 20, 2025, the City Council approved the budgets of Dublin’s five LLDs for Fiscal Year
2025-26. During the meeting, Staff discussed the structural deficit existing in District 1983-1,
the only one in the City that does not have a built-in annual escalator in its assessment. The
City Council then directed Staff to initiate the process to increase the assessment for SLMD
1983-1.
On November 4, 2025, the City Council approved an agreement with Francisco and
Associates to assist Staff with evaluating options to address the funding shortfall in SLMD
1983-1, which included studying whether to consolidate SLMDs 1983-1 and 1999-1, the City’s
only assessment districts specific to street lighting maintenance.
On January 20, 2026, the City Council held a Study Session, received a report on the street
lighting districts and directed Staff to proceed with the process under Proposition 218 to
establish a new single district that replaces SLMDs 1983-1 and 1999-1, to fund the operation
and maintenance of streetlights throughout the entire City, excluding Ca mp Parks and
properties located within The Boulevard. This will allow for a single, updated, and more
consistent assessment methodology applied across both areas. It also strengthens the City’s
compliance with Proposition 218 requirements related to the proper accounting of general
versus special benefit.
The Staff Report from the January Study Session is included as Attachment 5. The following is
a summary of the benefit analysis that was performed by Francisco & Associates and
presented at the meeting.
Benefit Analysis for SLAD No. 2026-1
As required by Proposition 218, a benefit analysis distinguish es general benefits to the public
from special benefits to parcels. According to Francisco & Associates’ analysis, the general
benefit for streetlighting along Dublin’s major roadways is attributed to pass-through traffic that
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originates outside the City limits and travels along major roadways to a destination outside the
City, as identified through likely routes analyzed using mapping tools. Based on the ro ute
analysis, this general benefit is estimated at 12% of the major roadway streetlight budget.
For local roadways, the general benefit is attributed to incidental traffic that does not directly
benefit assessable parcels and is conservatively estimated at 2% of the local roadway budget.
The total streetlighting budget attributable to general benefit to the public at large is estimated
to be $86,860 annually in Fiscal Year 2026–27. This amount cannot be funded through the
assessments for SLAD 2026-1 and must instead be funded by alternative funding sources.
Streetlighting on major roadways provides a citywide special benefit by enhancing traffic
circulation, accessibility, and overall community desirability. Non -decorative street lighting on
local roadways improves neighborhood ingress and egress, pedestrian and vehicular safety,
and localized accessibility. Decorative streetlighting further enhances curb appeal,
neighborhood identity, and overall desirability, thereby providing additional special benefits to
parcels located within those neighborhoods.
Proposed Assessments for SLAD 2026-1
Reflecting these differing levels of special benefit described above, the proposed SLAD 2026-1
includes three assessment categories: properties adjacent to public streets with non -
decorative streetlighting; properties adjacent to public streets with decorative streetlighting;
and properties adjacent to private streets served by private streetlighting.
The projected annual budget estimate for SLAD 2026-1 is $1,257,000 and includes: operation
and maintenance costs of existing streetlights; anticipated costs for streetlights expected to be
accepted by the City for operations and maintenance in the near future; and an annual reserve
to fund future capital improvement and replacement of the City’s public street lighting system.
Attachment 6 provides the estimated cost and proposed maximum assessments for SLAD
2026-1 along with the City’s contribution for general public benefit. Tables 1, 2, and 3 below
compare the proposed maximum, current maximum, and actual assessments for each
category.
Table 1. Properties Adjacent to Public Streets with Non-Decorative Street Lighting
Maximum Assessment Breakdown
Amount
Major Roadway Assessment Component $17.00
Non-Decorative Local Roadway Assessment Component $18.00
Total Proposed FY 2026-27 Maximum Assessment $35.00
Maximum Assessment under District 1983-1* $19.34
Total Change to Maximum Assessment +$15.66
*FY 2025-26 Actual Levied Assessment is $19.34
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Table 2. Properties Adjacent to Public Streets with Decorative Street Lighting
Maximum Assessment Breakdown
Amount
Major Roadway Assessment Component $17.00
Decorative Local Roadway Assessment Component $45.00
Total Proposed FY 2026-27 Maximum Assessment $62.00
Current Maximum Assessment under SLMD No. 1999-1* $82.68
Total Change to Maximum Assessment -$20.68
*FY 2025-26 Actual Levied Assessment is $47.80
Table 3. Properties Adjacent to Public Streets with Private Street Lighting
Maximum Assessment Breakdown
Amount
Major Roadway Assessment Component $17.00
Local Roadway Assessment Component $0.00
Total Proposed FY 2026-27 Maximum Assessment $17.00
Current Maximum Assessment* Varies
Total Change to Maximum Assessment Varies
*Varies depending if currently within District 1983-1 or District 1999-1
The maximum assessment rates for the Local Roadways Assessment Component shown in
the tables above differ slightly from the preliminary information presented to the City Council at
the Study Session on January 20, 2026. The adjustments are due to additional streetlights
identified during a PG&E field audit that are an ticipated to be turned over to the City for
operations and maintenance, as well as updates to the parcel database based on best
available data.
To keep up with inflationary increases, the maximum assessment rates for SLAD 2026-1 are
proposed to increase by 3% per year, or by the 12-month percentage change in the Consumer
Price Index (CPI), as published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, whichever is greater.
The CPI is proposed because the Bureau of Labor Statistics calculates local indexes that
reflect cost increases in a specific area. The CPI proposed for the escalator would be for All
Urban Consumer/All Items/San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose. The City Council retains
discretion to annually levy assessments at an amount below the maximum in any given fiscal
year as part of the annual budget and levy approval process.
Engineer’s Report for SLAD 2026-1
As previously discussed, the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 requires the City Council to
direct the preparation of an Engineer’s Report to establish the annual maintenance
assessments for the newly formed SLAD. The benefit analysis will be integrated into the
preliminary Engineer’s Report. This report will be prepared for consideration and approval by
the City Council in April 2026. Following approval of the Engineer’s Report, a public hearing
will be scheduled for June 2026, and notices and ballots will be mailed to affected property
owners. If a majority of the ballots returned, weighted according to the proposed asse ssment
amounts, do not oppose the formation of SLAD 2026-1, the City Council may approve the levy
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of assessments beginning with the Fiscal Year 2026–27 property tax roll.
Public Outreach for SLAD 2026-1
Public outreach efforts will begin following adoption of the Resolution of Initiation by the City
Council this evening and will continue through the close of the Proposition 218 ballot period.
The outreach program will include a dedicated informational webpage, frequently asked
questions, social media outreach, tabling at community events, a virtual town hall meeting, and
professional videography. Together, these efforts will provide clear, accessible information and
multiple opportunities for property owners to learn about the proposal and participate in the
process.
Direction to Prepare Engineer’s Reports for the LLDs
The City Council is also requested to direct the preparation of Engineer’s Reports to establish
annual maintenance assessments in the City’s existing three LLDs further described below.
Once prepared, the preliminary reports will be presented to the City Council for consideration
and approval. Subsequently, the City Council will consider the final reports and consider
ordering the levy of assessments during a future public hearing.
Landscaping and Lighting District 1983-2 (Stagecoach Road)
This District was formed with the initial assessment in the 1985 -86 tax year. The District
provides funds for the maintenance of certain landscape improvements along Stagecoach
Road. The District's boundaries include all of Tract 4719 and cover the 150-unit single-family
Dublin Hills Estates and the Amador Lakes apartments.
Landscaping and Lighting District 1986-1 (Villages at Willow Creek)
This District was formed with the initial assessment in the 1987-88 tax year. The District
encompasses the Villages at Willow Creek development along Dougherty Road, north of
Amador Valley Boulevard. The boundary includes apartment complexes, condominiums, and a
145-unit single family development (Ridgecreek).
Landscaping and Lighting District 1997-1 (Santa Rita Area)
This District was formed at the request of the Alameda County Surplus Property Authority and
the initial assessment was levied in the 1997-98 tax year. The area covered by this District is
bound by Gleason Drive on the north, Interstate 580 on the south, Arnold Road on the west,
and Tassajara Road on the east.
A draft resolution authorizing the preparation of the required Engineer's Reports for the three
LLDs is included as Attachment 2.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
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NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution Initiating Formation of Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District 2026-1 and
Directing the Preparation of the Required Engineer’s Report Pursuant to the Landscaping
and Lighting Act of 1972 and Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California Constitution
2) Resolution Directing the Preparation of the Annual Engineer’s Reports for Fiscal Year
2026-27 for Landscaping and Lighting Districts 1983-2, 1986-1, and 1997-1
3) Map of Existing Street Lighting Maintenance Districts
4) Map of Existing Landscaping and Lighting Districts
5) City Council Staff Report dated January 20, 2026, without attachments
6) Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District No. 2026-1 Summary of Estimated Costs and
Proposed Maximum Assessments
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Attachment 1
Reso. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
INITIATING FORMATION OF DUBLIN STREET LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2026-1 AND
DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF THE REQUIRED ENGINEER’S REPORT PURSUANT TO
THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 AND SECTION 4 OF ARTICLE XIIID OF THE
CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
WHEREAS, Dublin Street Lighting Maintenance District (SLMD) 1983-1 was established
by the City Council on August 2, 1983. SLMD 1983-1 funds the maintenance and operation costs
of public street lighting within its boundaries . The assessments authorized for this district do not
include an annual escalator and are no longer sufficient to keep pace with expenditures; and
WHEREAS, Dublin SLMD 1999-1 was established by the City Council on June 1, 1999, to
fund the maintenance and operating costs of public street lighting within its boundaries. The City
Council now desires to update the district’s assessment methodology to reflect current best
practices; and
WHEREAS, Dublin SLMD 1983-1 and SLMD 1999-1 account for all street lighting that is
the responsibility of the City, other than the lighting provided by Community Facilities District
(CFD) 2017-1; and
WHEREAS, the City Council is proposing to consolidate and replace Dublin SLMD 1983-1
and SLMD 1999-1 with a single district named Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District (SLAD)
2026-1 (the “District”) to provide long-term financial sustainability of the City’s public street lighting
system, improve administrative efficiency, and provide a uniform assessment methodology across
the City; and
WHEREAS, Section 22585 of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (the “Act”) requires
the City Council to adopt a resolution initiating proceedings for the formation of SLAD 2026-1,
describing the district and its improvements, specifying the distinctive designation of the proposed
district, and ordering the District Engineer to prepare and file a report in accordance with Article 4
of the Act; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin contracted with Francisco & Associates to serve as the
District Engineer; and
WHEREAS, the improvements for the District are generally described as the operation,
maintenance, and servicing of street lighting that is the responsibility of the City; and
WHEREAS, Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California Constitution outlines the procedures
and requirements for imposing special assessments on properties within the district, stating that
only parcels receiving a "special benefit" from district improvements can be assessed, and that
the City must identify all such parcels and provide proper notice and ballots to property owners
before holding a public hearing on the proposed assessments for the district; and
WHEREAS, the City shall not impose assessments for the District if there is a majority
protest. A majority protest exists if, upon the conclusion of the public hearing, ballots submitted in
opposition to the District assessments exceed the ballots submitted in favor of the District
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assessments. In tabulating the ballots, the ballots shall be weighted according to the proportional
financial obligation of the affected property; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to continuing levying assessments for SLMD 1983-1 and
SLMD 1999-1 if there is a majority protest opposing the District assessments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Dublin City Council hereby initiates
proceedings for the formation of SLAD 2026-1 and directs the District Engineer to prepare and
file a report in accordance with Article 4 of the Act and Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California
Constitution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this
3rd day of March 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
City Clerk
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Attachment 2
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RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF THE ANNUAL ENGINEER’S REPORTS FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2026-27 FOR LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICTS 1983-2, 1986-1, AND 1997-1
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 11-84, the City Council ordered the formation of City of
Dublin Landscape and Lighting District (LLD) 1983-2 pursuant to the provisions of the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing at Section 22500 of the California Streets
and Highways Code) (hereinafter, “the Act”); and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 129-86, the City Council ordered the formation of LLD 1986-
1 pursuant to the provisions of the Act; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 115-96, the City Council ordered the formation of LLD 1997-
1 pursuant to the provisions of the Act; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 22622 of the Act, the City Council must adopt a resolution
ordering the Engineer to prepare the Engineer’s Report required by the Act to establish the
assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and
WHEREAS, there are no new improvements or substantial changes in existing
improvements maintained by LLD 1983-2, LLD 1986-1, and LLD 1997-1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Dublin City Council hereby designates
the City Engineer, or their designee, as Engineer for purposes of preparing and filing with the Clerk
a written report in accordance with the Act; said Engineer is hereby directed to apportion the
proposed assessments in accordance with the benefits received from the improvements by the
respective lots, pieces, and parcels of land within each District, and said Engineer is hereby
directed to prepare and file such report forthwith for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
{Signatures on the following page}
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this
3rd day of March 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
City Clerk
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Agenda Item 2.1
January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
SUBJECT:
Study Session: Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts 1983-1 and
1999-1 and Potential Proposition 218 Proceedings
Prepared by: Brad Olson, Management Analyst II
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will receive a presentation from Francisco & Associates and Staff on the City’s
two Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts (LLADs) specific to public street lighting:
Districts 1983-1 and 1999-1. The presentation will specifically address potential solutions to an
ongoing operating deficit in LLAD 1983-1, which is currently drawing from reserves that are
anticipated to run out in Fiscal Year 2027-28. Francisco & Associates has conducted a benefit
study in both LLADs and will present options for the City Council to consider that will address the
funding shortfall and ensure compliance with Proposition 218, which imposes strict limitations
and voter consent requirements on property-related fees and assessments.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the presentation and provide direction.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
All costs associated with this project are funded through the operating budgets of the applicable
Landscape and Lighting Assessment Districts. The agreement with Francisco & Associates, Inc. is
for a not-to-exceed amount of $175,000.
DESCRIPTION:
Background
The Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 provides the legal framework for cities to create special
assessment districts to fund public improvements like landscaping and street lighting. These
districts allow local governments to levy special assessments to pay for the installation,
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operation, and maintenance of such improvements.
In 1996, California voters approved the “Right to Vote on Taxes Act” (Proposition 218). Among
other things, Proposition 218 created new procedural and substantive requirements surrounding
agencies’ ability to impose new or increased taxes, as well as property-related fees and
assessments. Proposition 218 requires approval by a majority of property owners participating in
a mail-in ballot process in order to enact new or increased assessments.
Per Proposition 218, to increase an assessment or establish a new assessment, a local agency
must prepare an Engineer’s Report describing the improvements and services to be funded
through the proposed assessment. Prior to completing the Engineer’s Report, a comprehensive
benefit analysis must be conducted, which separates the general benefits the improvements and
services provide to the public at large from the special benefits conferred to properties that will be
subject to the assessment. The general benefits to the public at large cannot be funded by the
proposed assessment and must be paid for using an alternative funding source.
Public Street Lighting in Dublin
The City of Dublin has two Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts (LLADs) specific to
public street lighting: Districts 1983-1 and 1999-1. Attachment 1 shows the boundaries of these
two districts.
LLAD 1983-1 was created to replace the Alameda County Lighting Service Area shortly after the
City of Dublin incorporated in 1983. It funds public street lighting in most of the City and
encompasses approximately 12,000 parcels. Assessments levied in the district were based upon
estimated annual operating, maintenance, and replacement costs, with no provision to increase
the levy beyond a cap which was reached in 2007.
LLAD 1999-1 encompasses approximately 7,000 parcels and funds public street lighting in
portions of the City including Dublin Ranch, Fallon Village, Tassajara Hills, and the Clifton Park
development in western Dublin. LLAD 1999-1 has an annual escalator that has allowed it to keep
pace with costs.
Operating, maintenance, and replacement costs for public street lighting increase over time due
to inflation and other economic factors. Recently, the rising cost of electricity has significantly
contributed to the funding needs of the City’s two public street lighting districts. For example,
electricity costs in LLAD 1983-1 increased from about $190,000 in Fiscal Year 2022-23 to over
$300,000 in Fiscal Year 2024-25. Similarly, electricity costs in LLAD 1999-1 increased from about
$180,000 in Fiscal Year 2022-23 to over $275,000 in Fiscal Year 2024-25. Electricity costs are
expected to continue to increase in future years, though at a lower percentage than in the last few
fiscal years.
From 2007 to today, the annual assessment levied in LLAD 1983-1 has been $19.34 per
residential unit and $106.37 per acre for commercial uses. For Fiscal Year 2025-26, LLAD 1983-1
estimated revenues are $327,670 and expenses are $439,545, resulting in the use of $111,875 in
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reserves. Since there is no authorized annual escalator for assessments, LLAD 1983-1 will
continue drawing from the reserve fund balance in future years to cover costs, including the costs
associated with Proposition 218 Engineering Services. LLAD 1983-1 is projected to run out of
reserves in Fiscal Year 2027-28. Absent any voter-approved increase to the assessments, the
General Fund will need to cover the increasing annual difference between revenue and expenses
(estimated at approximately $150,000 in year one).
Study Session
On May 20, 2025, the City Council directed Staff to study the feasibility of increasing the special
assessment amounts for LLAD 1983-1, and on November 4, 2025, the City Council approved an
agreement with Francisco and Associated for this work. Since then, Francisco and Associates has
assisted Staff with evaluating viable and cost-effective options to address the LLAD funding
shortfall, including increasing the assessment and potentially consolidating LLADs 1983-1 and
1999-1. As part of this effort, Francisco and Associates has performed a benefit analysis as
required by Proposition 218, which may serve as the basis for proposed assessments.
At this Study Session, the City Council will receive a presentation regarding the findings of the
benefit analysis and provide direction.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Special Meeting Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Street Lighting Assessment Diagrams for 1983-1 and 1999-1
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Attachment 6
Dublin Street Lighting Assessment District No. 2026-1
Summary of Estimated Costs and Proposed Maximum Assessments
Maintenance Contract with Alameda County $100,000 $105,000 $205,000
PG&E Electricity Costs $350,000 $400,000 $750,000
District Administration and Supplies $35,000 $40,000 $75,000
Unforeseen Expenditures and Contingencies $48,500 $54,500 $103,000
County Collection Fee (1.7% of Assessments) $10,000 $11,000 $21,000
General Benefit Portion1 $73,560.00 $13,300.00 $86,860
Equivalent Dwelling Units (EDUs) 31,049 25,753 N/A
Maximum Assessment Rate for Decorative Areas2 $17.00 $45.00 $62.00
1General Benefit = Major Roadway Component (1 1.75% of Budget) + Local Roadway Component (2% of Budget) + $4,000 for Camp
Parks.
2Approx. 25% of Local Roadway EDUs are Decorative Areas. Factor of 2.5 applied to Decorative Areas due to Enhanced Benefits.
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Lighting Districts
and Proposition 218
March 3, 2026
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Overview of City Street Lighting Districts
Dublin has three existing districts that provide funding
for its public street lighting system:
•Street Lighting Maintenance District 1983-1 (SLMD
1983-1) encompasses the portions of the City
primarily consisting of non-decorative street lighting.
•Street Lighting Maintenance District 1999-1 (SLMD
1999-1) encompasses the portions of the City
primarily consisting of decorative street lighting.
•Community Facilities District 2017-1 (CFD 2017-1)
provides funding for public street lighting associated
with the Boulevard neighborhood.
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Overview of City Landscaping Districts
Dublin has three existing Landscape and Lighting Districts (LLD) that provide
funding for public landscaping improvements:
•LLD 1983-2: maintenance of landscaping improvements along Stagecoach
Road within Tract 4719.
•LLD 1986-1: maintenance of landscaping improvements for neighborhoods
west of Dougherty Road and north of Amador Valley Boulevard.
•LLD 1997-1: maintenance of landscaping improvements for the Santa Rita
neighborhoods.
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New District Formation Proceedings
•Existing SLMD 1983-1 does not have an authorized assessment escalator and is experiencing an annual
operating deficit of ~$150k that is expected to continue increasing into the future.
•If assessment revenues remain the same, the City’s General Fund will need to offset the operating deficit
beginning Fiscal Year 2027-28 to continue current service levels.
•On May 20, 2025, City Council directed Staff to initiate the process to increase the assessment for SLMD
1983-1.
•On November 4, 2025, the City Council approved an agreement with Francisco and Associates to assist
Staff with evaluating options to address the funding shortfall in SLMD 1983-1, which included studying
whether to consolidate SLMDs 1983-1 and 1999-1.
•On January 20, 2026, the City Council held a Study Session, received a report on the street lighting
districts, and directed Staff to proceed with the process under Proposition 218 to establish a new single
district that replaces SLMDs 1983-1 and 1999-1.
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Overview of Proposed SLAD 2026-1
•Staff propose the new Street Lighting Assessment District (SLAD) No. 2026-1.
•SLAD 2026-1 would encompass the entire City, except the Boulevard and
Camp Parks, consolidating existing SLMD 1983-1 and SLMD 1999-1.
•Approval of SLAD 2026-1 will address the increasing funding shortfall for
SLMD 1983-1, implement a uniform assessment methodology across the City
using current best practices for assessments, and provide reserves for future
capital improvement projects.
•Proposition 218 proceedings are required to approve formation of SLAD 2026-
1.
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Funding Structure for SLAD 2026-1
•City will cover portion of annual street lighting budget attributed to general benefit to the public
at large (12% for major roadways and 2% for local roadways). The City’s portion is estimated to
be $87k for FY 2026-27.
•SLAD 2026-1 will be comprised of the three benefit zones with separate City accounts to track
revenues and expenditures:
o Major Roadway Street Lighting Benefit Zone.
o Decorative Street Lighting Benefit Zone.
o Non-Decorative Street Lighting Benefit Zone.
•SLAD 2026-1 will generate $1.17 million in assessments for FY 2026-27.
•Existing fund balances for SLMD 1983-1 and SLMD 1999-1 will be allocated to the appropriate
new City account.
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Proposed Assessments for SLAD 2026-1
•Single-Family Homes and Condominiums assessed per parcel.
•Apartments and Multi-Family Residential assessed per residential unit.
•Non-residential property assessed based on parcel area and building square footage.
•Below is a summary of the proposed maximum Fiscal Year 2026-27 assessments for single-family homes for each Benefit Zone.
o Major Roadway Benefit Zone: $17 ($1.42 per month)o Decorative Benefit Zone: $45 ($3.75 per month)o Non-Decorative Benefit Zone: $18 ($1.50 per month)
•Maximum assessments will be authorized to increase annual by 3% or the annual change in the published Consumer Price Index, whichever is greater.
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Proposed Assessments for Non-Decorative
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Proposed Assessments for Decorative
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Proposed Assessments for Private
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SLAD 2026-1 Public Outreach Efforts
•Dedicated Informational Webpage with Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
•Social Media Posts.
•Dublin Digest Newsletter and Newsflash Alerts.
•Tabling at St.Patrick’s Day Celebration and Farmer’s Market.
•Informational Video.
•HOA Engagement.
•Informational Mailer with Ballot.
•Virtual Community Meeting on Thursday,May 7th at 7pm.
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Next Steps in the Proposition 218 Process
•March 3, 2026: City Council Authorizes Proposition 218 Proceedings.
•April 7, 2026: City Council Approves Engineer’s Reports for SLAD 2026-1 (and LLDs).
•May 1, 2026: Deadline for mailing of notices and ballots to all affected property owners in the City
(minimum of 45 days prior to Public Hearing).
•May 7, 2026: Virtual Community Meeting (7:00pm).
•June 16, 2026: Public Hearing for SLAD 2026-1 (and LLDs).
•Ballots must be returned by the end of the Public Hearing.
•Returned ballots are weighted based on the proposed assessment amount.
•June 17, 2026: Ballots tabulated in a public setting.
•July 21, 2026: If a majority of returned ballots do not oppose the formation of SLAD 2026-1, City
Council may adopt a Resolution approving the formation of the new district.
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Recommendations
•Adopt the Resolution Initiating Formation of Dublin Street Lighting
Assessment District No. 2026-1 and Directing the Preparation of the Required
Engineer’s Report Pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and
Section 4 of Article XIIID of the California Constitution.
•Adopt the Resolution Directing the Preparation of the Annual Engineer’s
Reports for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Lighting and Landscaping Districts 1983-2,
1986-1, and 1997-1.
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