MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
Regular Meeting: February 7, 2023
DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
February 7, 2023
The following are minutes of the actions taken by the City of Dublin City Council. A full video recording of the meeting with the agenda items indexed and time stamped is available on the City’s website at: https://dublin.ca.gov/ccmeetings
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM
A Regular Meeting of the Dublin City Council was held on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, in the City Council Chamber. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM, by Mayor Hernandez.
1) CALL TO ORDER
Attendee Name Status
Melissa Hernandez, Mayor Present
Michael McCorriston, Vice Mayor Present
Jean Josey, Councilmember Present
Dr. Sherry Hu, Councilmember Present
Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember Present
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was led by Dublin United Soccer League 2011 Girls Premier and Elite Teams.
3) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1) Recognition of Dublin United Soccer League 2011 Girls Premier and Elite Teams
The City Council recognized Dublin United Soccer League’s 2011 Girls Premier and Elite teams for winning the championships in their divisions.
3.2)
Presentation of Plaques to Outgoing Commissioners and Committee Members
The City Council recognized outgoing commissioners and committee members for their service and dedication to the City as outlined in the staff report and plaques were presented to those in attendance, including: Kristin Speck (Parks and Community Services
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Commission); Steve Minniear, and Eileen Liu (Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission); Michele Wayland (Senior Center Advisory Committee); and Kashef Qaadri (Planning Commission).
3.3)
Employee Introductions
New City of Dublin Staff members, Marc Sisto, Maintenance Coordinator with the Public Works Department, and Ruby Von Mecklenburg, Office Assistant II with the Parks and Community Services Department were introduced.
3.4)
Public Comment
Natalie Kemp-Wu provided public comment.
Brent Songey provided public comment.
Juan C. Venegas provided public comment.
4) CONSENT CALENDAR
4.1) Approved the January 10, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes.
4.2) Adopted Resolution No. 09-23 titled, “Approving an Agreement with RES Environmental Operating Company, LLC for Environmental Mitigation Services for the Dublin Boulevard Extension - Fallon Road to North Canyons Parkway Project, CIP No. ST0216,” and approved the budget change.
4.3) Adopted Resolution No. 10-23 titled, “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.”
4.5) Adopted Resolution No. 11-23 titled, “Approving the Cooperative Agreement with Alameda County Transportation Commission for the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Project.”
4.7) Adopted Resolution No. 12-23 titled, “Declaring Weeds and Combustible Refuse a Public Nuisance and Ordering the Abatement Thereof,” directed Staff to notify the public of the adoption of this Resolution, and scheduled a public hearing for the April 4, 2023 City Council meeting at which time the City Council will hear and consider objections to this abatement order
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On a motion by Councilmember Josey, seconded by Vice Mayor McCorriston, and by unanimous vote, the City Council adopted the Consent Calendar items, except for items 4.4 and 4.6.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Jean Josey, Councilmember
SECOND: Michael McCorriston, Vice Mayor
AYES: Hernandez, McCorriston, Josey, Hu, Qaadri
4.4) City Council Participation in the 2023 St. Patrick’s Day Parade
This item was pulled from the consent calendar by Mayor Hernandez for further discussion.
The City Council discussed alternative ideas for the City Council's participation in the St.
Patrick’s Day parade.
By consensus, the City Council directed Staff to move forward with preparations to have the City Council walk in the St. Patrick’s Day parade.
4.6) Appointment of City of Dublin Poet Laureate
This item was pulled from the consent calendar for public comment.
James Morehead provided public comment and read an original poem.
On a motion by Councilmember Qaadri and seconded by Vice Mayor McCorriston, and by unanimous vote, the City Council confirmed the Mayor’s appointment of James Morehead to serve as City of Dublin Poet Laureate from February 8, 2023 to December 31, 2024.
RESULT: APPOINTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Kashef Qaadri, Councilmember
SECOND: Michael McCorriston, Vice Mayor
AYES: Hernandez, McCorriston, Josey, Hu, Qaadri
5) WRITTEN COMMUNICATION – None.
6)
PUBLIC HEARING – None.
7) UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
8) NEW BUSINESS
8.1)
2023 Draft City of Dublin Legislative Platform
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The City Council received a report on the draft 2023 Legislative Platform, asked clarifying questions, and provided feedback on the platform.
Mayor Hernandez opened the public comment period. Upon receiving no public comment, Mayor Hernandez closed the public comment period.
8.2)
Informational Report on Adult Day Services Programs
The City Council received an informational report on Adult Day Services Programs, including an overview of their structures, regulations, and local program examples. The City Council asked clarifying questions and provided feedback on the report.
Mayor Hernandez opened the public comment period.
Zach Lupton provided public comment.
Guy Houston provided public comment.
Mayor Hernandez closed the public comment period.
8.3)
Future Events at Don Biddle Community Park
The City Council received a report on the possible relocation and addition of City events and festivals, including Splatter, to Don Biddle Community Park.
Mayor Hernandez opened the public comment period.
Steve Minniear provided public comment.
Mayor Hernandez closed the public comment period.
By consensus, the City Council directed Staff to not relocate Splatter to Don Biddle Park for 2023.
9) OTHER BUSINESS
The City Council and Staff provided brief information-only reports, including committee reports and reports by the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense (AB1234).
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10) ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hernandez adjourned the meeting at 9:23 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk