This is intended as a summary of actions only. Persons interested in greater detail may view the meeting video at danville.ca.gov/129/Meetings-Agendas-Minutes.
Town Council – Regular Meeting
SUMMARY OF ACTIONS
June 16, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Danville Town Council was called to order by Mayor Arnerich at 5:00 p.m. at the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front Street, Danville.
Acting City Clerk Kristine Meidberg conducted the roll call for attendance.
Present: Newell Arnerich, Mayor
Robert Storer, Vice Mayor
Mark Belotz, Councilmember
Renee Morgan, Councilmember
Karen Stepper, Councilmember
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Mark Graham, Town of Danville Planning Commissioner.
3. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
Item 5.3: Noted that Congressman DeSaulnier may arrive late due to a prior engagement.
Item 6.8: Deferred to the July 7th meeting.
Item 7.1: Deferred to the July 7th meeting.
Item 7.2: Deferred due to the absence of Management Analyst Cat Bravo.
Item 8.1: Moved forward to be presented following the Consent Calendar.
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2 4. FOR THE GOOD OF THE TOWN
Chelsea Bonardi, Walnut Creek, reported a recurring safety hazard caused by a disruptive group gathering at the Hap Magee Ranch Park small dog park on Fridays. She requested continued investigation by law enforcement and local authorities to ensure patron and pet safety.
5. PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
5.1 Presentation of a proclamation to Melissa and Darryl Sladden recognizing JUNETEENTH on June 19, 2026
Mayor Arnerich presented the proclamation to Melissa and Darryl Sladden.
5.2 Presentation of a proclamation to Anna Humaydan, Alzheimer’s Association, proclaiming June 2026 as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
Mayor Arnerich presented the proclamation to Anna Humaydan, Alzheimer’s Association.
5.3 Presentation of the Community Project Funding Check to the Town of Danville by Congressman DeSaulnier for the Townwide Fiber Optic Interconnect Improvements Project
Congressman DeSaulnier presented the Community Project Funding check to the Town of Danville.
Item 5.3 was presented after the Consent Calendar.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
6.1 Consider approval of the Summary of Actions from the regular Town Council meeting of June 3, 2026
6.2 Consider approval of the Register of Demands
6.3 Consider acceptance of the April 2026 Month End Treasurer’s Report Docusign Envelope ID: A17FD918-1DC0-8680-81C0-740ECCEA01A1
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3 6.4 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 50-2026, authorizing the Town Manager to execute a contract with Arora Tennis for Recreation Services for Fiscal year 2026/27
6.5 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 51-2026, authorizing the Town Manager to execute a contract with Advantage Mailing Inc (DBA Casey Printing) for Recreation Services for Fiscal Year 2026/27
6.6 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 52-2026, authorizing the Town Manager to execute a contract with Jeff Seaberg for Recreation Services for Fiscal Year 2026/27
6.7 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 53-2026, authorizing the Town Manager to execute a contract with Z-Sports (dba Skyhawks Sports) for Recreation Services for Fiscal Year 2026/27
6.8 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 54-2026, appropriating funds and authorizing the Town Manager to approve an agreement with East Bay Municipal Utility District for Installation of a New Water Service Lateral and Water Meter for the Town Studio (Arts District Maker Space), CIP B629 DEFERRED
6.9 Consider the adoption of Resolution No. 55-2026, approving the Fiscal Year 2026/27 project list funded by Senate Bill 1: the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
6.10 Consider the adoption of Resolution No. 56-2026, appropriating funds and authorizing execution of a contract for Third-Party Review of the Stormwater Control Plan for The Lanes Development Project located at 200 Boone Court (DEV25-0014 and SD 9721)
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR STORER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER STEPPER, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR; WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEM 6.8 MOTION CARRIED 5-0
ITEM 6.8 was deferred.
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4 Item 5.3 was presented out of order.
Item 8.1 was presented out of order.
7. COMMUNICATIONS
7.1 Monthly report by Town Manager Tai Williams DEFFERED
7.2 Legislative Update by Management Analyst Cat Bravo DEFERRED
7.3 Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee report by Danville representative Michael Carr
Michael Carr provided the report.
7.4 County Connection Citizen Advisory Committee report by Danville representative Michael Carr
Michael Carr provided the report.
7.5 Planning Commission report by Chair Archie Bowles
Chair Bowles provided the report.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 Consider introduction of Ordinance No. 2026-02, amending Section 13-2.3o of the Danville Municipal Code relating to use of bicycles, e-bikes and motorized scooters in Town parks
Town Manager Tai Williams presented the staff report and answered Town Council questions.
Mayor Arnerich opened the item to public comment.
The following speakers were in favor of an ordinance regulating the riding of e-bikes to ensure pedestrian safety:
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5 Mark Graham
Dave Dalton
Ned Bagno
Jennie Phillips
Carol Dodd
Annie Elliott
Alan Kalin
Rick Yllerich
Bob Mittelstaedt
Jeff Eorio
Bruce Bilodeau
Chuck Preas
Michael Carey
James Pacheco
James Smith
The following public speaker cards were submitted in favor of an ordinance regulating the riding of e-bikes to ensure pedestrian safety but did not wish to speak:
Nicola Place
Emma M Halle
Sue Conneely
Mah Bruce
Sarah Linday
Mary Patterson
Judy Johnstone
Debra Dornam
Carol Lane
Mayor Arnerich reopened the public comment to allow James Smith to speak. Mr. Smith was in the facility but did not hear his name when it was announced.
Mayor Arnerich closed the item to public comment.
City Attorney Rob Ewing summarized the ordinance with the following two points:
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6 1) Riding an e-bike is not allowed within a park. E-bikes must be dismounted and walked through the park.
2) Bicycles, e-bikes and motorized scooters may not be ridden at a speed exceeding 15 miles per hour on a Town trail that is not in a park.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR STORER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER STEPPER TO INTRODUCE THE CITY ATTORNEY’S SUMMARY OF THE ORDINANCE
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
9. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT
9.1 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 57-2026, amending the Employment Agreement of the Town Manager
City Attorney Rob Ewing presented the staff report.
Mayor Arnerich read a statement from the Brown Act.
Mayor Arnerich opened the item to public comment.
There were no speakers.
Mayor Arnerich closed the item to public comment.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR STORER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
STEPPER TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 57-2026, AMENDING THE
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT OF THE TOWN MANAGER
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
10. TOWN COUNCIL REPORTS
10.1 Appoint Youth Poet for two-year term beginning July 1, 2026
MOTION BY COUCILMEMBER BELOTZ, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR
STORER, TO APPOINT BROOKE KAY
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7 MOTION CARRIED 5-0
10.2 Town Council Updates
Vice Mayor Storer gave an update on the Brighter Day Car Show.
11. ADJOURNMENT
The Town Council closed session adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
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