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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-22-1992 Adopted CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING - June 22~ ~992 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Dublin was held on Monday, June 22, 1992, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m., by Mayor Pro TemPore Jeffery. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers Burton, Howard, Jeffery, and Moffatt Mayor Snyder * * * PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (610-20) Mayor Pro Tempore JefferY led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flago PROCLAMATION TO PARK & RECREATION COMMISSIONER SBRANTI (610-50) MaYor Pro Tempore Jeffery read and presented a proclamation to Tim Sbranti commending him for his service as student representative on the Park & Recreation Commission. Ms. Jeffery pointed out that Mr. Sbranti had perfect attendance during his term on this Commission. Mr. sbranti thanked the City CounCil for giving him a chance to be on the Park & Recreation Commission. It is very valuable to have a student on this Commission. He will be pursuing the possibility of having a student on the School Board. Mr. Sbranti stated that since he moved to Dublin in August, 1979,. the parks have gotten so much better than they were. We have some of the finest facilities found anywhere. Recreation Director Lowart and the Commission are truly outstanding people° Mr. Sbranti commented that he wore his San Francisco 49er tie this evening~ which he only wears on special occasions. CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD FOR JULY (150-90) City Manager Ambrose presented the July Customer Service Award to Bob White, Building Inspector° Mro Ambrose advised that Bob was nominated by his peers for demOnstrating exemplary customer service skills. Bob was presented with a restaurant gift certificate and a coffee mug displaying the City's customer service motto. CM - VOL 11 - 270 Regular Meeting June 22v 1992 PROCLI%MATION RE BREAST C~/NCER ACTION (610-50) Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery read a proclamation urging all elected and appointed officials in the State of California and all women's organizations to pledge solidarity with BREAST CANCER ACTION by promoting community education, awareness, and activism concerning breaSt cancer as a public health emergency and support the enactment of state and federal legislation to accelerate investigation into the cause, treatment, and prevention of breast cancer. Grace --- accepted the proclamation. She stated she has lived in Dublin for the past 12 years and only recently became aware of the epidemic of breast cancer in the United States. Cmo Burton commented that in a recent Ann Landers column, there was an article about men also getting breast cancer, so it's not just confined to women. CONSENT CALENDAR on motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council Approved Minutes of Adjourned Regular Meeting of May 12~. 1992 (West Dublin); Accepted improvementS under Contract 92-03~ Dublin Boulevard Bridge Deck Repair and authorized full payment of $12,127 to American Grouting~ Inc./Erbentraut & Summers Joint Venture (600-30); Received a Report related to LAFCO's deadline for hearing Sphere of Influence application for Doolan Canyon (620-60); ReCeived a Monthly Status Report regarding existing Non-Conforming Signs identified on the Non-Conforming sign Summary List (400-30); Appropriated 1991-92 unappropriated revenue to each respective fund's reserves for authorized projects (330-20); Adopted · RESOLUTION NO. 76 - 92 APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH GRAPEVINE CLEANING SERVICE FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES AT CITY FACILITIES (600-30~ Accepted improvements constructed under Contract 91-10, Nielsen and Cronin School Play Area improvements and authorized Staff to release $5,717,65 retention payment to A-1 Fencing and Playground (600-30); nnnn n n nnn n nnnnnnnnnnnnn n n- n n n n n n n nm CM - VOL 11 - 271 Regular Meeting June 9-2, 1992 Adopted Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 77 - 92 APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH THE COUNTY OF ALAMEDA FOR ADDITIONAL LIBI~%RY SERVICES (19 HOURS) DURING FISCAL YEAR L992-93 (600-40) RESOLUTION NO. 78 - 92 APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH MCE CORPORATION FOR PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE SERVICES AND SCHEDULE OF RATES FOR FISCAL YEAR 1992-93 (600-30) and authorized the Mayor to execute same; Received the Finance Report for Period Ending May 31, 1992 (330-50); ApproVed Warrant Register in the amount of $912,002.82 (300-40)° REQUEST TO CLOSE ERIE COURT (650-50) Public Works Director Thompsonadvised that a resident of Erie Court, Cindy Smyth has requested a street closure from 6:00 p.m., to midnight on Saturday, July 4, 1992, for a block party and Neighborhood WatCh meeting. Mro Thompson explained that the conditions for this type of request are that the residents obtain an encroachment permit, either purchase special event insurance through the City or provide an insurance certificate from individual homeowners' policies, and provide lighted barricades which are to be monitored at all times. Other conditions relate to litter cleanup and use of alcohol by adults only. Closure of this court would primarily affect only the residents of the street itself. Erie Court is accessed by Ebensburg Lane. Cm. Burton questioned how much lead time is required for getting these types of requests in and processed° Mr. Thompson advised that since they have to come before the City Council, requests have to be in at least a week prior to the meeting. From a Staff standpoint, they are processed fairly quickly. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Moffatt, and by Unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council approved issuance of encroachment permits provided residents purchase insurance° CM - VOL 11 - 279- Regular Meeting June 22, 1992 PUBLIC HEAR~N~ TR~P REDUCTION ORD~Ni%NCE ~590-80~ Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery opened the public hearing. Public Works Director ThOmpson presented the Staff Report and advised that this is the second reading of an Ordinance which would establish a trip reduction program. This State-mandated Ordinance would initially require employers of 100 or more persons to participate in the program. Employers of 50 to 100 persons would be required to participate within 3 years. Each jurisdiction in Alameda County is required to adopt this type of Ordinance by June 30, 1992. The impact of not adopting and implementing the Ordinance would be the possible loss of Federal ISTEA monies and State Gas Tax monies. The City's Ordinance, which is based on a model ordinance, may require a future amendment to accommodate a future trip reduction element to be developed by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District as part of the Regional Air Quality Plan. This may impose additional requirements on local jurisdictions and businesses. Mr. Thompson advised that partial funding for implementation of the TRO requirements may be available through the funds generated by Assembly Bill 434, which mandates an increase on license plate fees. Mr. Thompson advised that the City of Dublin will not be required to participate as an employer because the number of employees in each building is less than 50; however, Dublin could consider implementation of its own Commute Alternatives Program as a model to other employers by using some of the provisions of the Ordinance. Consideration could be given to ride-sharing, flexible schedules, or the possible use of electric cars. Cm. Burton stated we should make sure people know that the air quality group has a lot of power they haven't used yet. This is only the beginning. People will be required to make changes in their lifestyles. Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery suggested that we pass information regarding our concerns on to Air Quality and the fact that 80% of the pollution is caused by 10% of the older cars We should encourage people to get the older cars off the road or offer some incentives. This is a very expensive program. Mr. Thompson advised that some counties have programs to buy the older cars° Cm. Burton asked, with regard to the City's compliance, if Staff had come up with any ideas on how we will motivate the people to do this. People causing the smog are mainly out of the area coming through her going to the Peninsula. He was concerned about some horsepower going into this that people might not be ready for. Mr. Ambrose stated, obviously, this ordinance was not Staff initiated. Some of the more urban areas have more problems. CM - VOL ~1 - 273 Regular Meeting June.22, 1992 Discussion ensued related to electric cars and the fact that there probably won't be enough energy available to power them. Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council waived the reading and adopted ORDINANCE NO. 10 - 9Z ADOPTING A TRIP REDUCTION PROGRA~ APPOINTMENT OF STUDENT MEMBER TO PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION (110-$0) Recreation Director Lowart advised that the Park & Recreation Commission, at their meeting of June 3, 1992, recommended that the City Council appoint Jim Rasmussen as the student representative to the Park & Recreation Commission. Cm. Burton stated he was anxious to see if Mr. Rasmussen could speak as well as Mr. Sbrantio Mr. Rasmussen stated it will definitely be a great opportunity for him to get hands-on experience in City government. He has been talking with Tim Sbranti throughout the year, and feels that it will be a very valuable experience for him. On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council appointed Jim Rasmussen to the Park & Recreation Commission. GENEI~3~L MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3t 1992 (630-20) City Clerk Kay Keck advised that the next municipal election to be held in the City of Dublin will be on Tuesday, NoVember 3, 1992, at which time voters will elect 1 Mayor for a term of 2 years and 1 Councilmember for a term of 4 years. The nomination period for candidates for these offices will open on Monday, July 13, 1992. Ms. Keck advised that the City Council may determine whether to increase the number of words allowed in the candidate statements from 200 to 400 and may also determine whether the City or each candidate pays the costs associated with the printing of candidate statements in the sample ballot~ The estimated cost to a candidate for printing his or her statement of qualifications, based on a 200 word statement is $100. Ms. Keck advised that Resolutions have been prepared calling the election, requesting the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to consolidate the City's election with the Statewide General Election, CM - VOL 11 - Z74 Regular Meeting June 22, 1992 and authorizing certain procedural matters, and in addition establishing regulations pertaining to candidate statements and the costs thereof° Cm. Moffatt questioned if there were filing fees° Ms. Keck explained that signatures collected on nomination papers are in lieu of a filing fee. The charge is for the printing of a statement of qualifications in the sample ballot. Cm. Burton stated he felt that if someone makes an effort to run, the City should piCk up the costs. People coming in cold could be discouraged by this $100 to get started. This is not a major expense. Cm. Moffatt agreed that $100 is not very much money~ and for someone who is going to run for office~ this is a token payment. If candidates weren't charged, someone could file just for the fun of it just because it doesn't cost them anything. If a person is serious, this is nOt that much money to spend. Ms. Keck advised that there is a procedure in the Elections Code whereby indigent people who are unable to pay the costs can still run for office. Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery pointed out that someone could also run without having a statement printed. She was concerned that the City could potentially have 100 people run and some could be frivolous. Cm. Burton felt the people who couldn't afford to pay would be embarrassed° Cm° Moffatt thOught the process could be similar to applying for a scholarship. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by unanimous vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO, 79 - 92 CALLING FOR A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF DUBLIN ON NOVEMBER 3v 1992; REQUESTING THE ALAMEDA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THE ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION; AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN PROCEDURAL MATTERS On motion of Cm. Moffatt, seconded by Cm. Howard~ and by majority vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council determined that candidates should pay the costs associated with the printing of the candidate statements~ established a 200 word length for candidate statements, and adopted CM - VOL 11 - 275 Regular Meeting June 22v 1992 RESOLUTION NO. 80 - 92 ~%DOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE STATEMENTS AND THE COSTS THEREOF FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ST~TEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 1992 Cm. Burton voted against this motion. OTHER BUSINESS State Budget Crisis (330-80) City Manager AmbrOse advised that the City had been receiving faxes from the League of California Cities keeping us apprised of what's happening with regard to the State Budget. Most recently, the Democrats have approved moving AB8 money from cities back to the state° They have also identified the fact that no and low property tax cities will lose about $40 million in their plan. It's very difficult to get ahold of anyone from the LOCC because they are very busy lobbying for cities interests, however, Staff is trying to keep on top of what's happening in Sacramento. On Tuesday, a number of cities will lower their flags to half mast as a way of demonstrating their concerns over what the state is doing to local revenues. If cities participate, they suggest that cities contact the press for coverage. On Wednesday, there will be a caravan driving from Los Angeles to Sacramento where they will hold a press conference on the Capitol steps regarding concerns about budget proposals. They will be traveling with a turnip truck in order to symbolize, "YOu can't get blood from a turnip and also, local governments didn't just fall off the turnip truck". Cm. Burton questioned which flag Dublin would lower. Mr. Ambrose stated Dublin Could lower its City flag. We know there will be an impacts, but we have not yet identified exactly what the impacts will be. Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery advised that 14 cities in Alameda County got together last week for a press conference. They are all saying, "State, you can't do this to us. If you continue, we will let the public know who is responsible for the cuts that will have to be made.'" There are a lot of angry people. Cm. Moffatt stated there Western Cities Magazine has a promotional tape that Channel 30 might broadcast. It shows the process of how cities must keep responding to all the State's mandates. Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery stated she felt this was an excellent idea. Cmo Burton discussed an article he had read about some cities not carrying out many of the State's mandates. If everyone got excited CM - VOL 11 - 276 Regular Meeting June 22, 1992 about this~ it might give them the idea that they can't do this. He felt this was a great idea which could gain some support° Mr. Ambrose indicated the state does not have a good history of following through on their responsibilities. There is no rationale coming out of this budget process. Mayor Pro Tempore Jeffery stated they are putting heat on cities to solve their budget woes° Cm. Moffatt stated he had a problem with lowering the flag. having a wake before the p~rson dies. It's like Cm. Burton stated it is just symbolic to get publicity. On motion of Cm. Burton, seconded by Cm. Howard, and by majority vote (Mayor Snyder absent), the Council agreed to lower the City flag to half mast as a protest until the State budget is resolved. Cmo Moffatt voted against this motion. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pom. 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