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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-23-1990 Adopted CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING - April 23, 1990 A regular meeting of the City Council of the CitY of Dublin was held on Monday, April 23, 1990, in the Council Chambers of the Dublin Civic Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:34 p.m., by Mayor Paul Moffatt. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Hegarty, Jeffery, Snyder, Vonheeder and Mayor Moffatt. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Mayor led the Council, Staff and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. CONSENT CALENDAR On mOtion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote, the Council took ,the following actions: Approved Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 9, 1990; Authorized Cm. Jeffery to attend the FAIR Steering Committee Meeting in Jackson, Mississippi on May 10-13, 1990 at an approximate cost of $650; Authorized Staff to advertise Contract 90-07 City Entrance Signs and Facilities Identification Signs for bids; Received the Winter 1990 Recreation Report; Accepted the NEC Telephone System and Voice Messaging System and authorized release of the final payment in the amount of $10,526.53; Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 45 - 90 APPROVING THE FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE CIVIC CENTER PROJECT AND A MUTUAL RELEASE, AGREEMENT WITH DICKMAN-NOURSE, INC. AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO MAKE AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION Approved Warrant Register in the amount of $363,733.10. CAMP PARKS RESERVE FORCES TRAINING AREA - CLOSURE & CONVEYANCE City Manager Ambrose advised that the City had received a letter from Congressman Pete Stark indicating that he is interested in introducing some legislation to close Camp Parks and to relocate it to an area in the hills to the north or east of its present location. The land would then be conveyed for public purposes only to other agencies. Of @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 98 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 the 2,268 acres indicated in the draft legislation, approximately 75% is located in the City of Dublin, with the remaining acreage located in Contra Costa County. Staff identified 7 possible public uses in addition to the uses identified in the draft legislation. In addition to considering public uses, Staff felt the legislation should also provide for use of a portion of land for private purposes. Since nearly 3/4 of the Camp Parks facility is located within the City of Dublin, the location of only public uses which require municipal services may place a drain on the City financially. Staff recommended that a mixture of public and private uses be considered. Private uses would generate the tax revenue needed to serve not only private land uses, but also public land uses where required. Mayor Moffatt questioned if under the federal use, they supply the fire and police services themselves. Mr. Ambrose advised that this was correct. We are not responding as a primary responder on any calls on the Camp Parks property. The County property is outside of the Camp Parks ownership. Cm. Jeffery indicated she thought the Council had taken a stance against locating a national cemetery and felt this should be restated. She also had concerns by what they mean by armory. Cm Snyder stated it is currently on Dougherty Road and this would~ just allow it to continue. It doesn't have any connection to Camp Parks and it functions as a separate operation. Cm. Jeffery felt that if we suggest certain uses, perhaps an armory would not be appropriate to be located so near. Mayor Moffatt felt that if a cemetery were located closer to the Contra Costa County line, it would be more appropriate. Mr. Ambrose advised that the original issue came up when there was a property exchange contemplated with San Leandro. Cm. Jeffery expressed a more general concern over what the land should be used for. The Valley needs so many kinds of things. Also, there is not land available for affordable housing and this would be a possible way of putting some in. With our national debt, perhaPs the Federal Government would be willing to let some of this land go to private uses in order to get some money. Cm. Vonheeder stated that while it would be nice, we can't realistically have it as a big park. She felt that it must have some kind of mixed uses to be viable. If it is all public uses, it will have a major drain on Dublin. Cm. Hegarty felt we should make our response very strong. This land has a great deal of potential and the right things must be put in the proper places. They. could bankrupt us by putting in the wrong kinds @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 99 Regular Meeting &pril 23, 1990 of uses. We must make absolutely certain that what comes out of the legislation is beneficial to Dublin, as we have to protect ourselves. It is a good move, but it must be monitored very closely. Cm. Jeffery opened for discussion the possibility of some potential land exchanges or trades. Mr. Ambrose felt the closest potential would be in the East Dublin planning area. Cm. Snyder felt you would get a better mix of uses if you could work out some kind of a trade. Mayor Moffatt questioned if the intent in the draft was to reverse the process. Would Dublin have first choice of any property expendable? Mr. Ambrose advised that this was his understanding. The other condition is that Stark proposes the development of a committee to determine the amount of land to be conveyed to the communities. He wasn't sure how the committee would work. It could be very cumbersome. Cm. Jeffery felt that with all the potential agencies involved, it Would take a long time to get results. She felt perhaps we should just suggest how the land in Dublin is to be used. Cm. Snyder discussed Delaware Senator Roth's bill which does a reversal of the current Federal Law. It gives rights to local agencies. Mr. Ambrose advised that with regard to land conveyed to any other agency, Dublin should have a voice because we will be impacted. Mayor Moffatt questioned how agencies could make trades. Mr. Ambrose discussed the'case of the Dublin Sports Grounds. If we wanted to trade for another facility, we could not do this because we would have to pay full market value. You would almost have to put together some future land use plan and then work from that. Cm. Vonheeder felt that the Federal Government does not convey land without holding onto some kind of a string. Cm. Snyder discussed Land Transfer Development rights. Mr. Ambrose advised that the cOmments would be forwarded and requested clarification that a cemetery might be okay somewhere else. Cm. Snyder felt the only thing the Council was saying is that it is not appropriate at this location. They are not against a cemetery, but not in a prime location. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 100 Regular Meeting April 9-3, 1990 Bill Meyers with the Presidio commented on the issue of the cemetery and advised that the current position is that Camp Parks is not a viable location for a cemetery. Mr. Ambrose advised that Staff will draft an appropriate letter stating the Council's comments and concerns. PUBLIC HEARING - VILLAGE PARKWAY @ POST OFFICE REPEAL 94' PASSENGER LOADING ZONE & ESTABLISH 20-MINUTE PARKING ZONE Mayor Moffatt opened the public hearing. Staff advised that April 9, 1990, the City Council conducted a public hearing regarding the removal of the passenger loading zone on Village Parkway in front of the Post Office. The Council directed Staff to prepare a draft Ordinance establishing a 20-minute parking zone at this location. No comments were made by members of the public relative to this item. Mayor Moffatt closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Snyder, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED an Ordinance repealing a passenger loading zone and establishing a 20-minute parking zone on Village Parkway. PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE AMENDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF SUBDIVISION ORDINANCERELATING TO SOILS REPORTS Mayor Moffatt opened the public hearing. Public Works Director Thompson advised that Senate Bill 423, which became effective January 1, 1990, allows a City to reject soils reports that are felt to be inadequate or to require corrections or amplifications to the reports. This power was not part of California Law prior to the passage of SB 423. The proposed new amendment is more detailed than the existing City regulation and also mimics the new State Law. Staff time involved in the review of soils reports is paid for by the developer. The City Attorney has confirmed that the City can also require review by a consultant hired by the City and can require that the developer pay that cost under the City's adopted fee schedule Ordinance. No comments were made by members of the public relative to this item. Mayor Moffatt closed the public hearing. @*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 101 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Jeffery, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED an Ordinance amending certain provisions of Chapter I of Title 8 of the City of Dublin Subdivision Ordinance No. 19-83. PUBLIC HEARING-PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE ENABLING A CURBSIDE RESIDENTIAL RECYCLING PROGRAM Mayor Moffatt opened the public hearing. Assistant City Manager Rankin advised that State Law requires cities to develop a recycling plan and to reduce the amount of waste generated from the City. The law currently contains strict penalties for cities which do not divert 25% of the solid waste now collected by January 1, 1995. The law identifies source reduction, recycling, and composting as methods of achieving the goal. In order to implement a residential curbside recycling program, it is necessary to amend the City's Solid Waste Management Ordinance. The amendment will establish reporting requirements and protect recycling transporters from unauthorized scavengers. In addition, it will allow for the collection of a fee by recyclers. Mr. Rankin advised that under the proposed Ordinance you will still be able to address those situations where an operator was not a~recycler. A recycler would be required to get a permit and therefore, no matter what they are hauling, without a permit they would not be authorized to operate within the City. Also, the Ordinance very clearly states that a recycler is only authorized to transport source-separated recyclable materials. Staff had concerns that in the future, the economics might not be the same if the market changes. Mr. Rankin advised that it would be 210 days into the agreement before they would be required to develop a commercial program. At that time, the City could discuss any Ordinance modifications. Mr. Dave McDonald advised that Mr. Rankin had correctly explained their position and that they will abide with Staff's recommendation. Mr. Frank Ruskey, Dublin resident, advised that he was all in favor of recycling, but he should not have to pay. Cans and paper are worth money and if the City went out to bid, the City would be paid, instead of paying. Newspapers are a big program for the Boy Scouts. The City should go out to bid to individual companies, as it is a highly competitive field and cans would bring in $ .20 per pound. Mr. Ruskey stated he could suggest more than one name of companies who would do this. He felt that Staff should do more homework and find out whats the best situation for Dublin. There are a million things that the City could use the money for. City Manager Ambrose advised that the Ordinance under consideration is an enabling Ordinance, and public comments such as Mr. Ruskey's would be more appropriate under the next item of business when the Council @*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - X02 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 discusses the actual implementation of a recycling program. This Ordinance only enables the City to develop a recycling program. Mr. Brian Tyme, Dublin resident, stated he had been here for about a year and a half. When he used to rent a home, he got to participate in the free garbage pickups. He now lives in the Cottonwood Apartments, and stated that it was his understanding that he would not be included right off the bat in a recycling program. He felt that since he is included in the population, he should be included from day one. Recycling is a great idea which should have been done a long time ago. He felt that perhaps separate bins could be included in complexes such as his. He felt people who reside in apartment or condominium complexes should not be treated like second class citizens. Everyone who lives here contributes in one way or another to the tax base. Mr. Ambrose advised again that this comment would be more approPriate under the next item of business. Zev Kahn stated he wished to comment on the portion of the amendment allowing collection of a fee for recyclers. He requested that this be delayed until after the next item was considered because he felt that the die would be cast. As a homeowner, he felt that if he has to pay a fee, commercial users should also pay. It is not fair for businesses to not take their share of the responsibility. Mr. Ambrose again stated that all this Ordinance does is allow for collection of the rate. Mayor Moffatt closed the public hearing. Cm. Snyder referred to Section 5-415 of the Ordinance related to ownership of source separated materials. He felt the wording reminded him of the warning on pillows that say, "remove under penalty of law". He felt this should be clarified. As long as the material is at their home, they own it. On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the Council waived the reading and INTRODUCED an Ordinance (with Cm. Snyder's clarification) amending Ordinance No. 2-86 related to Solid Waste Management. * * , , PUBLIC HEARING IMPLEMENTATION OF RECYCLING PROGRAM MANDATED BY STATE LAW Mayor Moffatt opened the public hearing. Assistant City Manager Rankin advised that pursuant to City Council direction, Staff has solicited a comprehensive proposal from the local garbage company for the provision of recycling services. The report includes a proposed agreement which would provide for the implemen- tation of residential curbside recycling beginning in September, 1990. It is proposed that the recyclables be Collected on the same day as @*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 103 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 the customer receives their regular garbage service. The customer will be required to place the recycling bins at the curb, whereas regular garbage service does not require cans to be placed at the curb. Bins will be used to allow customers a convenient way to separate clear glass, mixed color glass, and PET/Plastic/tin/aluminum. Customers will either bag or tie newspapers next to the bins. Phase Two will be for Livermore-Dublin Disposal (LDD) to research a program designed for multi-family and commercial/industrial users. Due to the configuration of these units, a different type of collection bin would need to be utilized and the project would require working with the property owners or landlords to implement the final program. LDD has also agreed to evaluate the provision of a residential waste oil collection program as part of the recycling services. Mr. Rankin advised that it is anticipated that compostible materials comprise a large volume of the trash now generated from the community. LDD has agreed to work with the City to evaluate the addition of this type of program in the future. LDD has recommended proceeding with the implementation of the recycling program in September even though the actual increase in the garbage rate would be effective July 1, 1990. The Contractor will use this additional time to procure the necessary equipment and to develop public information items. In December of last year, the Council requested that Staff evaluate the implementation of garbage rate collection on the property tax bill. Staff conSidered this option, however, given that the recycling provider has access to the garbage billing system, it is not advantageous to further complicate the matter with a separate billing through the property tax system. Mr. Rankin indicated that in discussions with LDD, Staff has been advised that approximately 8% or 435 single family residents do not currently have garbage service. These residents would not receive the recycling service, nor would they be assisting the community in addressing the State mandated requirement to reduce solid waste. One method of addressing the issue of nonsubscribers would be to develop a mandatory garbage service ordinance. Staff noted that in some cases where property maintenance complaints related to garbage have come in, many times the individuals do not have regular garbage service. , Mr. Rankin advised that it does not appear that a program can be operated solely on the scrap value. LDD is assuming the market risks. The company can modify the agreement on an annual basis, based on the CPI. LDD initially proposed an agreement which would be in effect through September, 1995. Due to the significant capital investment, they were not receptive to a shorter term. Staff suggested that the term be extended to March 31, 1996 which coincides with the expiration of the City's current ten year garbage franchise agreement. The intent is to have consecutive terms for both agreements. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 104 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 Mr. Ambrose advised that City Staff had talked a lot with other communities. Some have gone out to bid and most are still paying for picking up recyclables. Mayor Moffatt asked if the $1.25 was a monthly fee. Mr. Rankin responded that the $1.25 is per month, per single-family residence. Cm. Jeffery questioned why it was so difficult to determine a program for multi-family residents. Mr. Rankin advised that LDD has some idea about how to implement the program, but no one e~se has developed this type of a program. They must check space aVailable, and this would have to be done with a number of property owners or homeowners associations. The truck to be used in single-family pick-ups is being proposed to be used 100% of the time. They must look at what type of vehicle they will be able to Use and if it is possible to share a truck with another operation within OSC. Cm. Jeffery asked if Staff had considered the option of having large bins located somewhere in the City. Mr. Rankin advised that there are currently bins within the City. This type of a program would offer convenience and hopefully help the City to meet the required goals. Mayor Moffatt asked what happens when people overfill the containers. Mr. McDonald advised that they have not found this to be a problem. If someone has extras, they would pick them up and work with the customer. They would not leave a mess on the street. With regard to the Boy Scouts collection bins, they have found from experience that this has very little impact on these types of programs. People who support the Boy Scouts tend to continue to support them. Frank Ruskey questioned what the 25% reduction figure related to. Mr. Rankin advised that the yardstick was developed by the State Legislature and they are still working on the requirement. They anticipate that there would be growth and would allow you to reduce the waste stream based on that growth. This is jUst a first step in meeting the goal. Richard Heckler, Jade Circle felt that success is dependent on a painless process and if a fee is required, then so be it. He felt the City should be realistic, however, in that a certain amount of people will find this objectionable and will not participate. Placement of large bins should be. done to allow people to take their stuff for recycling. Also, he pointed out that it is very difficult to get rid of motor oil. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@.@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@.@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 105 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 Eliot Healy questioned the capacity of the bins and if any assistance would be offered to the elderly. Staff advised that they are 12 gallon bins and measure 20" x 15" x 12" high. The bins are small and stackable. Mr. McDonald advised that they have provisions for handicapped assistance. Dr. Kahn advised that grant dollars were mentioned, but with no details. He questioned if Dublin had looked into this. Mr. Rankin advised that there was a program on the Peninsula which turned out to have a very low cost and had grant money from San Mateo County. Each community is now required.to do this. The grant dollars were used for pilot programs. During the last 5 years, there have been a number of pilot programs, so it is pretty well established on how to do a program. Dr. Kahn indicated that he would be opposed to having to pay to give someone else a chance to make money. He wished the Council could find a way of crediting the resident to offset some of the costs. Hand held scanners with bar codes on bins could be considered; then those who don't recycle would be the ones who have to pay the fees. It is not fair to have to pay to recycle. With regard to oil, all the car shops and oil changers have their oil picked up, so their must be, some kind of deal that we could make to allow citizens to take theirs there also. Dr. Kahn pointed out that trash compactors save volume. Mr. Ambrose stated that the City has been concerned regarding motor oil for a long time. No one who takes it will allow the City to publish their telephone number. Mr. Ruskey advised that his company has to pay $ .08 per gallon to have their oil picked up. Mr. Rankin advised that local providers have a concern regarding liability. They become the waste generator of record. We hope to develop a program that won't require a second vehicle. Regarding the concept of a credit, the entire community does benefit and it is an expense to the program. The landfills have only a limited number of years left. Mr. Ambrose advised that communities which don't have landfill space are paying infill fees in order to transport their garbage to Alameda County. Mr. Tyme asked about the possibility of using separate bins for multi- family units. They could possibly be separated into 4 categories. He questioned if Staff had considered this. Mr. Rankin advised that it had been considered conceptually only. Initially they considered a smaller 90 gallon bin because space is typically limited. Trucks are designed for a smaller area. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 106 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 Mr. McDonald advised that there are a number of approaches for multi- family units. You can go with a front loader or you can divide the container into 3 slots and divide the truck into 3 bins. There is a lot more to getting the multi-family situation going. Cooperation is needed. In particular, it is an education process to make sure tenants separate the material. Mr. Ruskey felt that with regard to capitalization of the equipment, it should be spread to other users than just the City of Dublin. It is not fair that a special vehicle gets charged only to Dublin. Mr. McDonald advised that it is a $100,000 vehicle, which will be dedicated for exclusive use in the City of Dublin. They will be serving about 1,000 homes each day. Mayor Moffatt closed the public hearing. Cm. Snyder advised that Staff had been working on this for a long time. He was glad that at least some of the community was present to voice some of their concerns. Without some form of a subsidy, this type of a program cannot work. Markets have to be developed, and there just isn't enough space to get rid of all this stuff. We are only talking about a 5% reduction and we are mandated to increase this to 25%. We must look at reality in order to get a program started. Cm. Snyder discussed the Union City and Albany programs. He stated he understood the concerns about multi-family pick-up, but it is a very difficult thing to deal with. With regard to the oil collection, the City is mandated to find the sources of waste oil which finds its way into the storm drains. We must develop a program to develop catch basins, which will cost communities substantial dollars. Most waste oil collectors now pick up the oil and test it for any signs of contamination. If even a little anti-freeze is found in it, it must then be handled as hazardous material. $250,000 has been budgeted by the Alameda County Waste Management Authority for education programs. It is very important that all of us get behind this program. Cm. Jeffery complimented Staff on the timing of this issue being right after "Earth Day". Cm. Vonheeder felt that households that are already recycling will not get any additional recognition. Their profits will simply be reduced by $1.25 per month. Unfortunately, not everyone recycles now. On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 46 - 90 APPROVIN~ AN AGREEMENT WITH LIVERMORE DUBLIN DISPOSAL AND OAKLAND SCAVENGER COMPANY TO IMPLEMENT THE DUBLIN RECYCLE AMERICA PROGRAM With regard to the issue of mandatory garbage service, Cm. Snyder felt that this is appropriate under these conditions. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 107 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 Cm. Jeffery advised that speaking from experience, it is not pleasant to live next door to someone who doesn't have garbage service. Cm. Vonheeder felt this was something that must be considered. Mr. Rankin advised that Staff would review this with the City Attorney's Office. PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDMENT TO RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE RATES TO IMPLEMENT RECYCLING & HHW COLLECTION PROGRAMS MANDATED BY STATE LAW Mayor Moffatt opened the public hearing. Assistant City Manager Rankin advised that in accordance with City Council direction, Staff has negotiated an agreement with Livermore- Dublin Disposal for a Household Hazardous Waste collection day. The intent was to recover the cost through an adjustment to the garbage rates by a rate adjustment of $0.20 per month per single-family customer for household hazardous waste colleCtion and $1.25 per month for curbside residential recycling. Rates would take effect July 1, 1990. No comments were made by members of the public relative to this item. Mayor Moffatt closed the public hearing. On motion of Cm. Vonheeder, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 47 - 90 AMENDING A SCHEDULE OF SERVICE RATES FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION IN ORDER TO IMPLEMENT STATE MANDATED PROGRAMS AND DESIGNATING THE POINT OF COLLECTION FOR SINGLE FAMILY COLLECTION DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM RENOVATION - AWARD OF BID Public Works Director Thompson advised that on March 12, 1990, the City Council authorized Staff to advertise Contract 90-05, Dublin High School Stadium Renovation for bids. The City received 2 bids, with the low bidder being Collishaw Construction with a base bid of $660,510 and a total bid, with alternates, of $1,032,010. In reviewing the bid results with the School District, the School District Staff felt that the bid cost of the track resurfacing ($275,000) could not be justified compared With the anticipated amount of use the track would receive. The total bid price excluding the track surface and including a 10% contingency is $832,711, with the City's share being $559,775 and the @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 108 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 School District's share being $272,936. The City is also responsible for all design and inspection costs, which are estimated at $81,520. Mr. Thompson advised that Staff will delay the baseball fields until later in the year. Cm. Vonheeder questioned if at some future point they could go back and put in the all weather track. Mr. Thompson advised that they could do this. We will leave the base work and they could rebuild it, but it would still be pretty expensive. Cm. Jeffery advised that the track is used by local runners. SchoOl Board Trustee Barr advised that they will be looking at the priorities at their next meeting. City Manager Ambroseadvised that the City is working against a tight timeline; we want to get it done before football season. On motion of Cm. Snyder, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 48 - 90 AWARDING CONTRACT 90-05 TO COLLISHAW CONSTRUCTION, INC. DUBLIN HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM RENOVATION ($832,711) authorized the Mayor to execute the Agreement; and authorized transfer of funds in the amount of $250,421 to this project from unallocated reserves, of which $75,126 will be offset by a contribution from the Dublin Unified School District. COMMUNITY GIFT CATALOGUE 1990-91 Administrative Assistant Texeira advised that Staff had developed a Community Gift Catalogue with the purpose being to provide citizens, community service clubs and/or local businesses an opportunity to make a special contribution to the community. Donations are tax deductible and would be formally received by the City Council and appropriately recognized. City Manager Ambrose advised that the Dublin Fine Arts Foundation is putting together a program to recognize doners who give $100 with some type of a plaque displayed at the Civic Center. Cm. Snyder advised that it will be an engraved ceramic tile. Assistant City Manager Rankin advised that a concept will be presented at the next City Council meeting with a location outline. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 109 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Hegarty, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 49 - 90 PRE-ACCEPTING GIFTS RECEIVED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 1990-91 CITY OF DUBLIN COMMUNITY GIFT CATALOGUE and agreed to give recognition to donors: $199 and under - a thank you letter from the Mayor and certificate acknowledging the gift; $200-$999 - a thank you letter from the Mayor and commemorative plaque; $1,000-$4,999 - a thank you letter from the Mayor and large plaque to be presented at a City Council meeting; and $5,000 and up - a large plaque presented at a City Council meeting and a permanent plaque at the site of the donation. RESOLUTION OF INTENTION FOR 2-LANE ACCESS ROAD CONNECTING TO THE HACIENDA INTERCHANGE AND PARALLEL TO 1-580 Senior Planner Carrington advised that in order to facilitate the opening of the Hacienda Road interchange and to expedite additional access from the downtown areas of Dublin to Tassajara Road, a 2-lane access road has been proPosed from the Southern Pacific Railroad Right-of-Way east to Tassajara Road. The Hacienda Interchange is partially constructed at this time and Federal Highway and CalTrans regulations require that a road parallel to 1-580 north of the Hacienda Interchange running from Tassajara Road to Dougherty Road must be construction and open to traffic prior to the opening of the interchange. The 2-lane road will offer several benefits to Dublin's circulation and traffic flow. No precise schedule has been established for construction of the road although through a cooperative effort between Alameda County and the Cities of Dublin and Pleasanton, it may be possible for the road to be constructed within the next 2 years. Preliminary costs for design, improvement and environmental mitigation of the road will be approximately $3 million, including the 2-lane roadway link between this access road and the Hacienda Interchange. Financing agreements between the various parties will require separate action by the City Council. Public Works Director Thompson showed slides of the alignment, a 2- lane 40' paved street with most of it being in a 55' right-of-way. Cm. Snyder questioned if there was a reason for not doing a plan lane for the full width. Mr. Thompson advised that we would get into a lot more environmental issues with a 6-lane road. We want the land use to eventually guide where the streets will go. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 110 Regular Meeting &pril 23, 1990 On motion of Cm. Jeffery, seconded by Cm. Vonheeder, and by unanimous vote, the Council adopted RESOLUTION NO. 50 - 90 STATING INTENTION TO ESTABLISH A RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE FOR A Z-LANE ACCESS ROAD CONNECTING TO THE HACIENDA INTERCHANGE AND FROM DOUGHERTY ROAD TO TASSAJARAROAD AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 14, 1990 OTHER BUSINESS Alameda County Transportation Plan Commission City Manager Ambrose reminded the Council of the .Transportation Plan Commission meeting on April 26, 1990 at 4:00 p.m., in the County Public Works office. * * * Alameda County Fair Parade Cm. Vonheeder advised that the Exchange Club is organizing the Fair parade on June 23rd. She asked that the City Council consider if there is anything special they want to do. * * * Post Office Cm. Vonheeder advised that she had been contacted by Paul Cooper, former Mayor of Pleasant Hill related to a similar situation that exists in his community regarding the Post Office. Their problem relates to Concord/Pleasant Hill. They had problems similar to ours with Pleasanton with the census. He suggested the possibility of jointly pursuing this with the legislators. Mayor Moffatt advised that he had contacted Carol Miller, Field Director of Operations. He understood that the Post Office does have a method of developing criteria for a Post Office within a city. It was felt that there was no problem getting Dublin recognized, but we need to contact the right people. Cm. Jeffery suggested that we outline the steps we have taken and forward them to Pleasant Hill. Mayor Moffatt felt we should wait until we have results to share with Pleasant Hill. * * * @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@,@, CM - VOL 9 - 111 Regular Meeting April 23, 1990 civic Plaza No Parking Zones Cm. Vonheeder questioned why "no stopping" signs were put up on the Civic Center driveway. Public Works Director Thompson advised that Staff is currently reviewing this to see if they are needed on the east side. We would retain them on the Civic Center side due to safety concerns. Alameda County Housing Authority Cm. Hegarty stated that since his former position on the Alameda County Housing Authority had not been filled, he would be willing to resume serving on this Authority due to the change in his job situation. He would resume service in June. CLOSED SESSION At 10:10 p.m., the Council recessed to a closed executive session in accordance with Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss pending litigation, City of Dublin vs. Alameda County (Open Space Element & Livermore-Amador Valley Planning Unit). ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:40 p.m. @*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@*@* CM - VOL 9 - 112 Regular Meeting April 23, ~990