January 10, 2023 Dublin City Council Regular Meeting Agenda 1
COUNCILMEMBERS City Council Chamber
Melissa Hernandez, Mayor Dublin Civic Center
Michael McCorriston, Vice Mayor 100 Civic Plaza
Jean Josey, Councilmember Dublin, CA 94568
Dr. Sherry Hu, Councilmember www.dublin.ca.gov
Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember
REVISED AGENDA
Regular Meeting of the
DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 Location: Council Chamber
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, CA 94568
CLOSED SESSION 6:30 PM
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM
Pursuant to AB 361, the City is authorized to hold public meetings via teleconferencing and to make public meetings accessible telephonically or otherwise electronically to all members of the public, without making available any physical location for the public.
Additional Meeting Procedures Available During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This City Council meeting will be broadcast live on Comcast T.V. channel 28 beginning at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will also be livestreamed at www.tv30.org and on the City’s website at: https://dublin.ca.gov/ccmeetings
Members of the public who wish to participate in the meeting electronically have the option of giving public comment via Zoom, subject to the following procedures:
Fill out an online speaker slip available at www.dublin.ca.gov. The speaker slip will be made available at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Upon submission, you will receive Zoom link information from the City Clerk. Speakers slips will be accepted until the public comment period ends, or until the public comment period on non-agenda items is closed.
Once connected to the Zoom platform using the Zoom link information from the City Clerk, the public speaker will be added to the Zoom webinar as an attendee and muted. The speaker will be able to observe the meeting from the Zoom platform.
When the agenda item upon which the individual would like to comment is addressed, the City Clerk will announce the speaker in the meeting when it is their time to give public comment. The speaker will then be unmuted to give public comment via Zoom.
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CLOSED SESSION 6:30 PM
I. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: Portion of Assessor’s Parcel No. 986-0028-003-00 adjacent to Tassajara Road Agency Negotiator: Linda Smith, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: East Bay Regional Park District
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
II. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: Portion of Assessor’s Parcel No. 986-0028-002-00 adjacent to Tassajara Road Agency Negotiator: Linda Smith, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Javid Roshan/Zarmina Mayar
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
III. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: Portion of Assessor’s Parcel No. 986-0001-001-07 adjacent to Tassajara Road Agency Negotiator: Linda Smith, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: United States of America
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
IV. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: Portion of Assessor’s Parcel No. 986-0003-001-02 adjacent to Tassajara Road Agency Negotiator: Linda Smith, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Kathy L. Betran
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM
1. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
2. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 2022 Sponsor Recognition
The City Council will recognize sponsors who contributed to City events, programs, and facilities in 2022.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recognize the 2022 sponsors.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - 2022 City of Dublin Sponsorship List
Item 3.1 PowerPoint Presentation
3.2 Recognition of Parks Reserve Forces Training Area 80th Anniversary The City Council will recognize Parks Reserve Forces Training Area’s 80th Anniversary.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present Certificate of Recognition to Parks Reserve Forces Training Area.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Certificate of Recognition
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3.3 Recognition of the 2022 “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest Winners
The City Council will receive a presentation on the 2022 “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest and present Certificates of Recognition to the winners.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present Certificates of Recognition to the 2022 “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest winners.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - 2022 Holiday Home Decorating Winners
Attachment 2 - 2022 Home Holiday Decorating Contest Flyer Item 3.3 PowerPoint Presentation
3.4 Employee Introductions
New City of Dublin Staff members, Gabrielle Abdon, Associate Civil Engineer, with the Public Works Department, and Gary Gosal, Captain, with Dublin Police Services, will be introduced.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Welcome the new City of Dublin Staff members.
Staff Report
3.5 Public Comment
At this time, the public is permitted to address the City Council on non-agendized items. Please step to the podium and clearly state your name for the record. COMMENTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED THREE (3) MINUTES. In accordance with State Law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Council may respond to statements made or questions asked, or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter. Any member of the public may contact the City Clerk’s Office related to the proper procedure to place an item on a future City Council agenda. The exceptions under which the City Council MAY discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3).
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are typically non-controversial in nature and are considered for approval by the City Council with one single action. Members of the audience, Staff or the City Council who would like an item removed from the Consent Calendar for purposes of public input may request the Mayor to remove the item.
4.1 Approval of the December 20, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes The City Council will consider approval of the minutes of the December 20, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the December 20, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - December 20, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
4.2 Youth Mini-Grant Funding Recommendations Approval
The City Council will consider approving the Youth Advisory Committee Mini-Grant Program recommended funding allocations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving Funding Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2022-23 for the Youth Advisory Committee Mini-Grant Program.
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Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Approving Funding Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2022-23 Youth Advisory Committee Mini-Grant Program
Attachment 2 - YAC Mini-Grant Rating Form
Attachment 3 - Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mini-Grant Applications and Proposals
4.3 Approval of Plans and Specifications and Award of Contract to St. Francis Electric., Inc. for the Citywide Signal Communications Upgrade - Conduit Installation for Future Fiber Interconnect on Dublin Boulevard Project, CIP No. ST0713 The City Council will consider approving the plans and specifications and awarding a construction contract to St. Francis Electric for the Citywide Signal Communications Upgrade - Conduit Installation for Future Fiber Interconnect on Dublin Boulevard Project, CIP No. ST0713. The project will install a three-inch conduit on Dublin Boulevard between the Civic Center and San Ramon Road. This project is exempt under Section 15302 (Replacement and Reconstruction) of the CEQA Guidelines.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving the Plans and Specifications and Awarding a Contract to St. Francis Electric for the Citywide Signal Communications Upgrade - Conduit Installation for Future Fiber Interconnect on Dublin Boulevard Project, CIP No. ST0713.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Approving the Plans and Specifications and Awarding a Contract to St. Francis Electric for the Citywide Signal Communications Upgrade Attachment 2 - CIP ST0713
Attachment 3 - Bid Results
4.4 Agreement for Water Slide Maintenance Services at The Wave The City Council will consider an agreement with Slide Guys Restoration Inc. for waterslide maintenance services at The Wave.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Approving an Agreement with Slide Guys Restoration Inc. for Waterslide Maintenance Services and approve the budget change.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Approving an Agreement with Slide Guys Restoration Inc. for Waterslide Maintenance Services
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to the Resolution - Agreement Between the City of Dublin and Slide Guys Restoration Inc.
Attachment 3 - Proposal - Slide Guys Restoration Inc.
Attachment 4 - Request for Proposals
Attachment 5 - Budget Change Form
4.5 Acceptance of Work – Project No. GI0119, Civic Center HVAC and Roof Replacement Project
The City Council will consider the acceptance of the Civic Center HVAC and Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. GI0119. The project included the replacement of the flat roof assembly, roof-mounted HVAC equipment, modifications to the existing HVAC duct system, HVAC controls, minor structural upgrades, fire alarm panel and ancillary devices, T-bar ceilings and recessed lighting, interior painting, and new ethernet data cable drops.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Accepting the Civic Center HVAC and Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. GI0119.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Accepting the Civic Center HVAC and Roof Replacement Project, CIP No. GI0119
Attachment 2 - CIP No. GI0119
4.6 Avalon West/St. Patrick’s Way Development Public Art The City Council will consider approving AvalonBay Communities proposal for public art at the Avalon West/St. Patrick’s Way development project that is now under construction.
The proposed artwork, designed by artist Norie Sato, is adjacent to the new residential building and would parallel the north side of St. Patrick’s Way, between Golden Gate Drive and Regional Street.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the artwork proposal by AvalonBay Communities for the Avalon West/St.
Patrick’s Way development project.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Artwork Design Proposal by Artist Norie Sato
4.7 Authorizing Remote Meetings of City Council and City Commissions Due to Increase in COVID-19 Cases
From March 2020 through September 2021, the City conducted meetings of its legislative bodies remotely pursuant to various executive orders that suspended certain Brown Act provisions. In October 2021, the City returned to in-person meetings and the Brown Act was amended to allow for teleconferencing during a state of emergency. Under the new law, AB 361, the City can continue to conduct virtual meetings where the Governor has proclaimed a State of Emergency, or state or local health officials have imposed or recommended social distancing, if the City Council makes certain required findings.
From January 11 – February 10, 2022, and since May 3, 2022, the City Council has operated under a resolution pursuant to AB 361 authorizing teleconferenced meetings for at least 30 days. The City Council will consider adopting a resolution that would allow for virtual attendance for the next 30 days.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Finding That There is a Proclaimed State of Emergency; Finding That Meeting in Person Would Present Imminent Risks to the Health or Safety of Attendees as a Result of the State of Emergency; and Authorizing Remote Teleconferenced Meetings of the Legislative Bodies of the City of Dublin Pursuant to AB 361.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Finding That There is a Proclaimed State of Emergency; Finding That Meeting in Person Would Present Imminent Risks to the Health or Safety of Attendees as a Result of the State of Emergency
4.8 Authorize the City Manager to Execute Parcel Map 10999 as Property Owner
The City Council will consider authorizing the City Manager to execute Parcel Map 10999 as property owner to allow for the merger and subdivision of parcels for Don Biddle Community Park.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt the Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Owner’s Statement of Parcel Map 10999 on Behalf of the City of Dublin.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Owners Statement of Parcel Map 10999 on Behalf of the City of Dublin
Attachment 2 - Parcel Map 10999
4.9 Annual Proclamation
The City Council will review the Official Proclamation List and consider approval of the Annual Proclamation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Official Proclamation List and approve the Annual Proclamation.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Official List of Proclamations
Attachment 2 - City of Dublin Annual Proclamation
5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION – None.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
6.1 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Update
The City Council will hold a public hearing to review and consider adopting the proposed update to the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. This includes an exemption from review under the California Environmental Quality Act. The proposed Plan updates and replaces the 2014 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and will inform future infrastructure, program, and policy recommendations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Conduct the public hearing, deliberate, and adopt the Resolution Adopting the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and Finding the Plan Exempt From the California Environmental Quality Act.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Adopting the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and Finding the Plan Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to Resolution - CEQA Exemption Eligibility Memo Attachment 3 - Exhibit B to Resolution - Draft Dublin Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Attachment 4 - Appendices to Draft Dublin Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Attachment 5 - Planning Commission Resolution No. 22- 15 Recommending that the City Council Adopt the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and Find the Plan Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
Item 6.1 PowerPoint Presentation
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7.1 Local Roadway Safety Plan
The City Council will receive a report and consider adopting the Local Roadway Safety Plan, which provides a local-level assessment of roadway safety and identifies high-risk locations, appropriate safety improvements, and strategies to improve safety for roadways in the City of Dublin.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution Adopting the Local Roadway Safety Plan and Finding the Plan Exempt From the California Environmental Quality Act.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Resolution Adopting the Local Roadway Safety Plan and Finding the Plan Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to the Resolution - Draft Local Roadway Safety Plan Attachment 3 - Appendices to the Local Roadway Safety Plan Attachment 4 - CIP Project No. ST0122 Local Roadway Safety Plan Attachment 5 - CIP Project No. ST0123 Traffic Signal and Safety Improvements Item 7.1 PowerPoint Presentation
8. NEW BUSINESS
9. OTHER BUSINESS
Brief information only reports from City Council and/or Staff, including committee reports and reports by City Council related to meetings attended at City expense (AB1234).
10. ADJOURNMENT
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Mission
The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe and secure environment, fosters new opportunities, provides equity across all programs, and champions a culture of diversity and inclusion.