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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-02-2003 Adopted CC MinutesCLOSED SESSION A closed session was held at 6:$0 p.m., regarding: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ~CIPATED Litigation- Significant exposure to litigation PUrsuant t° Government COde Section 54956.9, subdivision b (1): ONE potential case Facts and Circumstances: Government Code Section 54956,~, subdivision b (3) (B) (November 18, 2003 letter from Anna C. Shimko, Cassidy Shimko Dawson to Mayor and Councilmembers and October 21, 2003 letter from Dublin Investors to Mayor and Councilmembers regarding adoption of urgency moratorium ordinance). A regular meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, December 2, 2003, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:12 p.m., by Mayor Lockhart. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers McCormick, Oravetz, Sbranti, Zika and Mayor Lockhart. None. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance to the flag was recited by the Council, Staff and those present. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTION Mayor Lockhart announced that there was no reportable action. CITY couNcIL MINuTEs VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2, 2003 PAGE 678 SELECTION OF VICE MAYOR 7:15 p.m. $.1 (610-20) Mayor Lockhart publicly thanked Vm. McCormick for serving for the last year and a half. She filled in for her on many occasions and did an admirable job. In December of each year, the Council selects a member of the City Council to serve as Vice Mayor for a period of one year. In the absence of the Mayor, the Vice Mayor becomes Mayor Pro Tempore and assumes the temporary responsibilities of the Mayor. Mayor Lockhart nominated Cm. Zika to be Vice Mayor. Cm. Oravetz seconded the motion. On motion of Mayor Lockhart, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council selected Cm. Zika to serve as Vice Mayor for a one-year term ending in December, 2004. 7:15 p.m. John T. Collins, Sr., Allegheny Drive, addressed the Council, congratulated Vm. Zika and stated maybe now we'll get a Hooters. He then commented on the historical measure with a paid consultant studying the historical part of it. About 6 of the forbidden things on the list are in the historical zone. With a brief but fairly detailed perusal he learned that most of the historical took place west of San Ramon Boulevard; the hacienda, both hotels, the Green house, the library and the first gas station were all west of San Ramon Boulevard. Mr. Collins requested that the City please repeal the Oversized Vehicle Ordinance for all the reasons pre~mentioned. Mr. Collins commented on the intersection at Lewis and Village Parkway. He stated the Mayor made remarks with a smirk on her face. The only time he has seen anybody there was someone from the car wash using his cell phone, probably because he got better reception. CITY CO~CIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 679 CONSENT CALENDAR 7:18 p.m. Items 4.1 through 4.8 On motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Sbranti, and by unanimous vote, the Council took the following actions: Approved (4.1) Minutes of Regular Meeting of November 18, 2003; Approved (4.2 600-35) Change Order No. 22 in the total amount of $194,495.51 related to Contract No. 01 ~ 12, I~ 580/Tassajara Road Interchange Improvement Project (DeSilva Gates Construction LP); Adopted (4.3 600-60) RESOLUTION NO. 229- 03 ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS FOR STORM DRAIN LINE B IN DUBLIN RANCH, AREA H (MAINTENANCE BOND NO. 553986$ ACCEPTED $121,000) Adopted (4.4 600~30) RESOLUTION NO. 230 - 03 APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH DEBORAH UNGO-McCORMICK and authorized the Community Development Director to execute amendment; Approved (4.5 600-30) Third Amendment to City Manager Richard Ambrose's Employment Agreement; Adopted (4.6 600-30) RESOLUTION NO. 231 -03 APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH PAGE AND TURNBULL FOR THE HISTORICAL RESOURCE IDENTIFICATION WITHIN. THE HISTORIC AREA and authorized the City Manager to execute; CITY couNCIL MINUTEs VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 680 Received (4.7 350~50) the Preliminary Financial Reports for the Month of October 200:3; and Approved (4.8 $00-40) the Warrant Register in the amount of $1,712,743.72. PUBLIC HEARLNG ~ ESTABLISHMENT OF SPEED LIMITS ON TASSAJARA ROAD, GLYNNIS ROSE DRIVE, AND AMADOR PLAZA RO~ SO~ OF DUBLIN BOULEVARD,, 7:19 p.m. 6.1 (590-20) Mayor Lockhart opened the public hearing. Melissa Morton presented the Staff Report. This is the second reading of an Ordinance which would establish new speed limits for Tassajara Road, Glynnis Rose Drive and Amador Plaza Road 50uth pf DubS.. B0g[evard based on recent engineering survey results. The recommendations are: Tassajara Road from 1-580 to Dublin BOulevard - 35 mph; Tassajara Road from Dublin Boulevard to northerly City Limit - 45 mph; Glynnis Rose Drive - 25 mph; and Amador Plaza Road south of Dublin Boulevard- 25 mph. No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue. Mayor Lockhart closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Oravetz, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 17- 03 ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMITS ON TASSAJA~ ROAD, GLYNNIS ROSE DRIVE, AND AMADOR PLAZA ROAD SOUTH OF DUBLIN BOULEVARD CITy CoUNCiL 'Mi~TES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 681 PUBLIC HEARING ~ GREENBRIAR HOMES COMMUNITIES, INC. PA 02-048 TASSAJARA CREEK PHASE III AND V (YARRA~yARRA RANCH) PD REZONING WITH 7:21 p.m. 6.2 (600~60) Mayor Lockhart opened the public hearing. Planning Manager Jeri Ram presented the Staff Report. This is the second reading of an Ordinance which would approve an application allowing for the transfer of 85 allowable units on Phase IIIto Pha~ ~and to allow the construction of a 108 single~family development and one single~family estate home on approximately 22.3 acres of property located west of Tassajara Road and north of the Casterson property. The approximate 22.$ acres to be developed also includes 11.5 acres of open space. No testimony was entered by any member of the public relative to this issue. Mayor Lockhart closed the public hearing. Vm. Zika stated he will vote against this because he felt the affordable units should be redesigned. On motion of Cm. McCormick, seconded by Cm. Sbranti, and by majority vote, the Council waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 18- 03 AMENDING THE ZONING MAp TO REZONE, PROPERTY TO A. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) ZONING DISTRICT AND APPROVING A RELATED STAGE 1 DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT AND STAGE 2 DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR APPROXIMATELY 64~39 ACRES WEST OF TASSAJARA ROAD NORTH OF THE CASTERSON PROPERTY PA 02,048 Vm. Zika voted in opposition to the motion. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2, 2093 PAGE 682 PUBLIC HEARING ESTABLISHMENT OF A MODIFIED RIGHT-OF~WAY ALIGNMENT FOR ST. PATRICK WAY FROM GOLDEN GATE D~ TO REGIONAL STREET 7:24 p.m. 6.13 (820-90) Mayor Lockhart opened the public hearing. Senior Civil Engineer Michael Stella presented the Staff Report. The City is processing a minor revision to the established alignment for the portion of St. Patrick Way between Golden Gate Drive and Regional Street. The original alignment was approved by the City Council in October of 1988, Becau~ the City is in the process of reviewing development plans for properties that are proposed to be served by the St. Patrick Way extension, and in order to accommodate all current and future uses by surrounding properties, a modification to the alignment is being proposed. Costs for acquisition of the land would be negotiated with the property owners at such time as the City funds this project through its Capital Improvement Program. Mr. Stella advised that this afternoon, Staff discussed this with Randy Bennett, with Pan Pacific who currently owns Orchard Supply Hardware. Randy Bennett 9260, Palamino Ridge Drive, Vista CA stated he now has a far better understanding of this proposal for realignment. He wanted to make sure he maintains his lease obligations for minimum parking for his tenants. Because of the realignment this may affect some of the truck radius turns for the center. On curb cuts at the back of the shopping center, he stated he wants to make sure this is adequate. He understands there will be some multi-family housing on lots adjacent to his center. He hopes these apartments, at least a percentage, is not for lower income families. He would like to maintain value and not lower the value of his property as low income housing comes in. He wants to make sure they get compensated fairly for the land. Mayor Lockhart closed the public hearing. On motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED the Ordinance establishing a modified Right-of~ Way Line for St. Patrick Way. CITY cOUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 683 ART IN THE FARKS - DOLAN PARK 7:130 p.m. 7.1 (900-50/600~$0) Heritage & Cultural Arts Supervisor Theresa Yvonne presented the Staff Report. The Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission and the Parks & Community Services Commission are recommending approval of the design "Dreams of Longing After Nothing" for Dolan Park. The total cost of the artworkis $20,000 and will be paid for by the Dublin Fine Arts Foundation. As with previous Art in the Park projects, the City will contribute ¼ of the project cost, or $5,000. Sufficient funds are available in the FY 2003-04 Budget. Ms. Yvonne introduced Lynne Baer of the Dublin Fine Arts Foundation. Ms. Baer introduced a member of the neighborhood art selection committee and Marry Inderbitzen, President of DFA, and Artist Bryan Tedrick. Mr. Tedrick discussed and explained his proposed work for Dolan Park, "Dreams of Longing After Nothing". He stated he wanted to make an acronym for Dolan. It is a wind driven kinetic sculpture designed to rotate S60 degrees and tilt approximately 25 degrees from its center axis. The supporting pole, made of stainless steel, will be approximately 12 feet high allowing over 7 feet of clearance from the ground to the sculpture. The approximately 14 foot long sculptural arm, composed of both steel and bronze, is abstract to allow for the viewer's interpretation. Ms. Baer discussed the location for the artwork within the park. Ms. Yvonne advised that the Parks & Community Services Commission is recommending that the height from the ground to the sculpture be extended to 8 feet as opposed to the 7 feet in the original proposal. The Artist has indicated that this is possible and will not affect the design or function of the artwork. Cm. Oravetz asked if it is robust enough for kids to hang onto it. Mr. Tedrick explained the overload ring that's incorporated and stated the piece does have a way of stopping the movement. It will also have a strip of rubber to soften any noise. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2, 2003 PAGE 684 Ms. Baer stated she called Stockton to sec how ~ Tedrick'~ ~rt piece had faired there. They are much loved by the kids. The piece has been there over a year and is tried and true. Vm. Zika asked if it could get out of balance by kids hanging on it. Mr. Tedrick stated it would take quite a bit of weight and should be okay. Cm. Sbranti asked about and discussed exactly where the knoll in the park is. On motion of Cm. Sbranti, seconded by Cm. McCormick, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the artwork for Dolan Park. ANNUAL REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS 7:41 p.m. 8.1 (600-60) Planning Manager Jeri Ram presented the Staff Report. This annual review of Development Agreements (DA) is required by State Law and the City's Municipal Code. The City has reviewed 25 DA's and concluded that the developers for the 25 projects are proceeding in good faith with the terms of the DA's. The DA's reviewed include: Emerald Pointe; Casterson Property (Tassajara Meadows I); General Motors; Koll Development; Micro Dental; Tassajara Meadows ii; Toll. Brothers Area 4; Santa Rita Commercial Center (Tri~Valley Crossings/Homart); Dublin Ranch - Supplemental Areas F, G & H; Sybase; SPCA; Emerald Glen Village Center (Waterford); Greenbriar Homes Communities - Phase I; Dublin Ranch Area A, Neighborhoods A6 & A7; Greenbriar Homes Communities - Phase II; Commerce One; Schaefer Heights; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area A, Neighborhood A- I; Opus Creekside Business Park; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood H-1; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood H-g; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood h/IH- 1; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood MH-2; Dublin Ranch Phase I, and Dublin Ranch Area A-H Staff therefore recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution finding that the developers of the 25 Development Agreements have complied in good faith with the terms and conditions of the Agreements during the past year and conclude the period of review. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 685 On motion of Cm. Oravetz, seconded by Cm. Sbranti, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 232- 03 ANNUAL REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS Emerald Pointe; Casterson Property (Tassajara Meadows !); General Motors; Koll Development; Micro Dental; Tassajara Meadows Ii; Toll Brothers Area 4; Santa Rita Commercial Center (Tri-Valley Crossings/Homart); Dublin Ranch - Supplemental Areas F, G & H; Sybase; SPCA; 'Emerald Glen Village Center (Waterford); Greenbriar Homes Communities .Phase I; Dublin Ranch Area A, Neighborhoods A6 & A7; (continued on next page) Greenbriar Homes Communities - Phase II; Commerce One; Schaefer Heights; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area A, Neighborhood A-l; Opus Creekside Business Park; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood H-l; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood H-2; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood MH-J; Toll, Dublin Ranch, Area G, Neighborhood MH-2; Dublin Ranch Phase !, and Dublin Ranch Area A-H INITIATION OF A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT S~DY FOR A + 30,000 SQ. FT. SITE, LOCATED ON STARWARD DRIVE ,(APN 94 ! ~O 173~002~02 7475 STARWARD.D~) 7:44 p.m. 8.2 (420~30) Community Development Director Eddie Peabody presented the Staff Report. Robert Enea is requesting a General Plan Amendment for this site to redesignate the property from Retail/Office to Medium-High and High Density Residential. The site, located at 7475 Starward Drive, is adjacent to an existing apartment building on the east, single-family houses and the flood channel to the north and west and the Shamrock Shopping Center to the south. The site is presently zoned C-O and has a 5,000 sq. ft. office building and a vacant 25,000 sq. ft. lot on the single parcel. The General Plan CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 686 designation for this site is Retail/Office. Mr. Enea would like to construct a small infill multi~family project that will upgrade the present site. As part of the Park & Recreation Master Plan, this site was shown as a possible park site to be considered in the future. If the study is authorized, this site would also be evaluated as to its park potential as well. Mayor Lockhart stated this has been a piece of property they have long discussed which could be more useful to the community. She stated she would not mind discussing multi-family, but doesn't want to lose the opportunity to look at a park site potential as well. A little pocket park might work on that site. Cm. Sbranti stated he felt by doing a GPA study, both uses will be looked at to determine which is most suitable for the community. Cm. McCormick asked by agreeing to study this, whether they are sending a mixed message of any kind? Mr. Peabody responded they are taking a look at the request of the applicant as well as a park site to determine if there is merit to one or the other uses. Vm. Zika stated he felt Cm. McCormick is right, we don't want to send mixed messages. We should make it clear that we are still looking at the property for a potential park site. He stated he appreciated the new maps. Cm. Oravetz stated since he thought the land has been vacant forever, it is time and he agreed they should move forward with either residential or a park. On motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 233- 03 INITIATING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT STUDY FOR PROPERTY OWNED BY ROBERT ENEA APN 941-0173-002-02 - 7475 STARWARD DRIVE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2, 2003 PAGE 687 TRI~VALLEY REGIONAL PERFORMING ARTS COLLABORATIVE MARKETING 7:55 p.m. 8.$ (900-40) Heritage & Cultural Arts Supervisor Theresa Yvonne presented the Staff Report. A high priority goal for the City Council in 2003 was to explore a regional approach to performing arts in the Tri~Valley. A Tri~Valley Regional Performing Arts Committee was formed with Council representatives from Danville, Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon and Cm. Sbranti representing the City of Dublin. The Committee met in May to begin discussing the region's performing arts and how each community was meeting the public's needs. It was determined at that time, that the cultural needs were being met, but that there was an opportunity to collaborate with each other to further market the arts in the region. Further, it was determined that Staff should meet and discuss the logistics of collaborative marketing with one another. Staff determined that the most cost effective and efficient way to market cultural arts programs collaboratively is to have a Cultural Arts page in each city's Activity Guide highlighting the region's cultural and performing arts. At this time, there is sufficient space in the City's Activity Guide to accommodate the additional page so there is no cost to the City to participate in this collaborative marketing effort. Mayor Lockhart stated she felt this is a great idea and she loves the banner idea. Cm. Sbranti stated he felt this is a win/win for everyone. Vm. Zika suggested coordinating with the Tri~Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau to make sure they get the information. Ms. Yvonne advised that Chris Davis from Livermore has been in touch with them. Cm. Sbranti stated this is just the beginning and if this page is popular then we could look at two pages. We can possibly involve them in the future. We can pass this message on .to them. On motion of Cm. McCormick, seconded by Cm. Sbranti, and by unanimous vote, the Council approved the collaborative marketing effort with other Tri-Valley Cities. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2, 2003 PAGE 688 UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING PRIORITIES UPDATE 7:57 p.m. 8.4 (1020-$0) Public Works Director Lee Thompson presented the Staff Report. The City has a balance of approximately $115,000 in its Public Utilities Commission (PUC) Rule 20A accounts as of Fiscal Year 2003-04 and will accrue additional funds at a rate of about $125,000 per year. It is possible to borrow funds three years in advance; thus, the available funding at the beginning of FY 2005~013, including borrowed funds would be $8135,000. FY 2005~013 is the earliest the City could undertake the next district due to design times and PG&E lead time. The revised PriOrity List, based on the Dublin Boulevard/Dougherty Road intersection being the next large Project is: o a. . ao Dublin Boulevard - Dublin Court to Dougherty Road Dougherty Road - Dublin Boulevard to Sierra Lane Scarlett Court - Scarlett Drive to East End Scarlett Court - Dublin Boulevard to Scarlett Drive $. Dublin Boulevard - Sierra Court to Dublin Court Dublin Boulevard- San Ramon Road to Silvergate Drive Dublin Court Dougherty Road - Sierra Lane to Southern Pacific Railroad 7. Village Parkway- Dublin Boulevard to Amador Valley Boulevard 8. Village Parkway- North of Amador Valley Boulevard 0. Amador Valley Boulevard- Village Parkway to Stagecoach Road 10. San Ramon Road - Amador Valley Boulevard to Alcosta Boulevard Cm. Sbranti asked to what extent we get any outside funding? Will we get some financial support? Mr. Thompson stated the project on Dublin Boulevard/Dougherty Road is an eastern traffic impact fee project. There probably won't be any general fund money. On Scarlett Court, we don't anticipate any additional money at this time. This is an eyesore and we've gotten several Complain.ts. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 689 City Manager Ambrose clarified that the TIF pays for roadway widening, not undergrounding. A lot of this is timing and when projects are ready to be considered. Both areas are in transition at this time. Cm. Sbranti asked about the timeline. [Mr. Thompson stated we are on a :3-year timeline for Dublin Boulevard/Dougherty goad. We would either do the undergrounding with a project or possibly fight before. The appraisal would be done before the undergrounding. ~)n motion of Vm. Zika, seconded by Cm. Oravetz, and by unanimous vote, the Council 3eviewed and approved the recommended priorities. VAL OF LOANS, PROMISSORY NOTES AND DEED OF TRUST FOR fAIRWAY FAMILY APARTMENTS AND DUBLIN RANCH SENIOR APARTMENTS 5ND AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE DOCUMENTS WHICH MA.~ THE CITES RIGHT TO PAYMENT FROM THE APARTMENT PROJECTS AND ITS REGULATORY AGREEMENT SUBORDINATE TO SENIOR LENDERS FOR THE PROJECTS ~:07 p.m. 8.5 (600~30) ~ommunity Development Director Eddie Peabody presented the Staff Report and gave historical background and timetable of the project. ~vo loans in the amount of $2,250,000 each will be made; one to Fairway Family Community, L.P., whose general partner is Charter Properties, and one to Dublin Ranch Senior Apartments, L.P., whose general partner is KL Acquisition Management, LLC, for ihe provision of low, very low and moderate income units at the Fairway Family Apartments and Dublin Ranch Senior Apartments. The total $4.5 million will come from the Affordable Housing In-lieu Fee fund. A budget change will be needed, transferring a total of $4.5 million for Fiscal Year 2003-04. The loans will be paid back to the City in three equal installments, together with 3% simple interest on the 4% 5th and 6~ anniversaries of the date the loan funds are disbursed. Housing Specialist Julia Abdala discussed the specific documents and explained that a Resolution had been prepared which would authorize the City Manager or his designee to sign any such documents that are required as part of the bond closing as long as such documents are in a form acceptable to the City Manager and City Attorney. Such authority is customary in such transactions given the number of documents and revisions that often continue until the day before the bond closing. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2, 2003 PAGE 690 The City of Dublin will hold a first lien on a collateral property, referred to as Area H of Dublin Ranch, to serve as security for repayment of the loans. If, for some reason, the City does not receive payment as promised in the Promissory Notes, the City has the option to foreclose on the collateral property. In summary, Staff requested that the City Council adopt a Resolution approving two loan Agreements, authorize the Mayor~ Mayor Pro Tempore or City Manager to sign the loan agreements in substantially the form attached, and authorize the City Manager or designee to sign other documents pursuant to which the City's right to receive payment from project cash flow and the City's regulatory agreement (Affordable Housing Agreement) will be subordinate to senior lenders for the two projects. Vm. Zika asked questions related to the subordination agreement and on the affordable housing asked if KSC will also have secondary lien? He discussed cash flow after payment of the senior loan. Ms. Abdala replied yes and Attorney Sue Bloch explained the process. Vm. Zika asked if this puts the city in last position for repayment? Ms. Bloch responded Yes, the senior lenders are in first position following by KSC. Vm. Zika then pointed out they are getting 12 ~/~ % compounded on their money. We're getting 3% simple interest on ours. Mr. Ambrose advised that the City is in first position on the Area H collateral property. Cm. Sbranti asked if there is a special market for these bonds. Ms. Bloch advised that demand for the bonds would affect the interest rate so they will be sold in a competitive sale. Their debt will be influenced by the interest rate negotiated. Mayor Lockhart stated it is exciting that we've gotten to this point. She acknowledged how hard everyone has worked together on this. Mr. Ambrose clarified that the Resolution and all other, necessary documents to secure the City's interests, they are giving him the authority to sign these documents. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 691 On motion of Cm. Oravetz, seconded by Cm. Sbranti, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 234-03 APPROVING 'P, NO LOANS FOR FAIRWAY RANCH AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF LoAN,DOCUMENTS OTHER BUSINESS 8:22 p.m. City Manager Ambrose advised of upcoming events. The City's annual holiday tree lighting ceremony will be on December 4th at 7:00 p.m., in the Dublin Library plaza area. On Saturday, December 6th at 10:00 a.m., we will have a City mural dedication. It will be on the south side of Amador Valley Boulevard near the Lucky Pizza parking lot. We have received notice of two Parks RFFA scoping meetings; one will be on December 9th at Dublin High School and a second will be on December 10th at CamP Parks. There will be a John Monego memorial tree lighting ceremony on December 13th at 6:00 p.m. Cm. Oravetz stated he and Mayor Lockhart will be attending a LAVTA meeting on December 8th at 4:00 p.m., to discuss proposed cuts in service Vm. Zika stated he attended a CMA meeting and we're still holding our breath regarding any money to spend next year. Stay tuned. Cm. $branti reported that he and Mayor Lockhart did some screening of Strategic Planning Consultants and felt the Council will be pleased with the Choice. Cm. McCormick asked if there is a Heritage Center open house on Saturday December 6th. Ms. Lowart stated there will be an event, Homespun Holiday at the Heritage Center. There is a $5 fee. CITY coUNCIL Mi ES ' VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 692 Mayor Lockhart stated she attended a meeting today at lunchtime at Dublin High School. DECCA is a group of young women entrepreneurs and independent business owners. There are young women who come together through this club from all over the world. We presented them with a proclamation declaring December 1~ 5 as international DECCA week. The group was very enthusiastic. She has invited them to come to a future City Council meeting and describe what they're about. Mayor Lockhart adjourned the meeting in memory of Marian Jones who died this week. She was absolutely a delight to have had in Dublin for many years and was the mother of her husband, Steve. ,ADJOURNMENT 11.1 There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m. ATI'EST: i~(~ Cler~ CITY COUNCIL MI~TES VOLUME 22 REGULAR MEETING December 2~ 2003 PAGE 693