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
August 11, 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.
2. ANNOUNCEMENT OF COUNCIL REMOTE PARTICIPATION
There were no remote Town Council participation.
3. ROLL CALL AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
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
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Chris Parsons of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District.
5. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
There were no changes to the order of the agenda.
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DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
SUMMARY OF ACTIONS
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2 6. FOR THE GOOD OF THE TOWN
Elaine Cortz Schroth, representing 333arts.org, presented on the upcoming “Great Elephant Migration” art exhibit in downtown Livermore, October 10 – December 6, 2026, and invited the Town to participate through community awareness, volunteers and business sponsorship.
John Dzenitis of Dzenitis Art and Engineering inquired about the Town’s interest in repurposing two salvaged bowling lanes from the former Danville Bowl and requested the appropriate contact to discuss the matter.
Chirag Kahrani, OpGov.News requested feedback from Town Council regarding articles published by the group detailing community concerns.
7. PROCLAMATIONS
7.1 Presentation of a proclamation to Alice Power, National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse, proclaiming August 31, 2026, as International Overdose Awareness Day
Mayor Arnerich presented the proclamation to Alice Power, National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse.
Chris Parsons of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District gave an update on the progress of Fire Station 31.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8.1 Consider approval of the Summary of Actions from the regular Town Council meeting of July 21, 2026
8.2 Consider approval of the Register of Demands
8.3 Consider acceptance of the June 2026 Month End Treasurer’s report
8.4 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 68-2026, setting the Town Council meeting dates for 2027; and Resolution No. 69-2026, setting the 2027 legal holidays to be observed by the Town
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3 8.5 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 70-2026, adopting the Town of Danville Money Purchase Pension Plan and Trust Agreement, as amended and restated effective January 1, 2026
8.6 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 71-2026, finding and declaring that certain real property owned by the Town of Danville identified as APN 218- 090-032 is exempt surplus land under the Surplus Lands Act
8.7 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 72-2026, approving the display of the flags of County Wexford and the Town of New Ross, Ireland, from September 10-14, 2026
8.8 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 73-2026, designating the Elliott House located at 146 Diablo Road as a Danville Heritage Resource and approving a historic incentive package
8.9 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 74-2026, authorizing a contract change order for additional work under the 2025/26 Pavement Slurry Seal Project, Contract No. C-610J, CIP No. C-655
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR STORER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MORGAN, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR; WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEM 8.1 MOTION CARRIED 5-0
ITEM 8.1 - CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE SUMMARY OF ACTIONS FROM THE REGULAR TOWN COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 21, 2026 REMOVED FOR
DISCUSSION
Councilmember Stepper asked clarifying questions on Item 10.1 of the July 21, 2026, Summary of Actions.
City Attorney Rob Ewing answered Councilmember Stepper’s questions.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR STORER, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MORGAN, TO APPROVE ITEM 8.1
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
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4 9. COMMUNICATIONS
9.1 Monthly Report by Town Manager Tai Williams
Town Manager Tai Williams provided the report.
9.2 Department Report by Recreation, Arts and Community Services Director Jessica Wallner
Recreation, Arts and Community Services Director Jessica Wallner provided the report.
10. TOWN COUNCIL REPORTS
10.1 Southwest Area Transportation report by Councilmember Stepper Councilmember Stepper provided the report.
10.2 Tri-Valley Transportation Council report by Councilmember Morgan Councilmember Morgan provided the report.
10.3 Town Council Updates
There were no updates.
11. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The regular meeting of the Danville Town Council was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
12. CALL TO ORDER CLOSED SESSION
12.1 Public Comment
There were no speakers
12.2 Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Title: City Attorney
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AUGUST 11, 2026
5 12.3 Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, conference with Labor Negotiator; Agency Designated Representative: Mayor Arnerich; Unrepresented Employee: City Attorney
12.4 Report on Closed Session
Mayor Arnerich reported out of closed session. Direction was provided regarding the City Attorney contract; no action was taken.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The Town Council Closed Session adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
_______________________________ ___________________________ Newell Arnerich, Mayor Kristine Meidberg, City Clerk
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