Agenda packet — Dublin City Council, March 24, 2026 (part 3 of 3)

DATE: March 24, 2026

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers

FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager

SUBJECT:

Revisions to the Personnel System
Prepared by: Sarah Monnastes, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The City Council will consider revisions to the City’s Personnel Systems, including the Classification Plan and Salary Plan for Management Positions Exempt from Competitive Service. The revisions retitle two existing positions and update corresponding job descriptions and salary ranges.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt the Resolution Amending the Classification Plan; and adopt the Resolution Amending the Salary Plan for Management Positions Exempt from Competitive Service.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

The updated salary of the Public Works Maintenance Manager results in an increase of $10,809, or approximately 6%, to the top of the salary range. As the position is currently vacant, there is no immediate fiscal impact to the budget. Funding for the position is already included in the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget, and the salary adjustment can be accommodated within the existing budget through salary savings.

DESCRIPTION:

Pursuant to the City’s Personnel System Rules, a job description must be adopted for each classification. Job descriptions outline the essential duties, skills, abilities, and qualifications that comprise the City’s Classification Plan. The Personnel System Rules also require the City Council to adopt a Salary Plan, which is done on an annual basis. This Staff Report outlines proposed updates to the Classification Plan and Salary Plan to reflect organizational and operational needs.

281

Page 2 of 3 ends

Public Works Maintenance Manager
The classification title has been updated from Public Works Manager to Public Works Maintenance Manager to better reflect current industry terminology and clearly communicate the position’s primary responsibility for citywide infrastructure maintenance operations (Attachment 2). The job description has also been comprehensively revised, as it had not been updated since 2007 and no longer reflected the full scope of the role. Over time, the position has evolved significantly, and many critical functions were not captured in the previous description.

The updated job description reflects the modern scope and complexity of the position, including expanded responsibility for infrastructure systems such as street lighting, oversight of asset management systems and data-driven maintenance planning, and increased emphasis on regulatory compliance, contract administration, and multi-million-dollar budget management. The revisions also highlight the role’s strategic responsibilities, including long- range infrastructure planning, coordination with capital projects, and participation in emergency response operations, while clarifying its position within the Public Works Department and alignment with other management classifications.

An increase of 6 percent to the salary range is also being proposed (Attachment 4), based on a recent market compensation survey to ensure alignment with comparable agencies and maintain external competitiveness. The adjustment supports the City’s ability to attract and retain qualified candidates in a competitive labor market while ensuring internal equity and consistency with similar classifications.

Transportation and Operations Manager
The classification title has been updated to remove “Public Works” from the title, aligning with the City’s current organizational structure and improving consistency with other management classifications (Attachment 3). The job description has also been modernized to better reflect the evolving nature of transportation operations, including expanded responsibilities related to advanced traffic systems, data-driven decision-making, and system performance monitoring.

The updated language emphasizes the importance of staying current with emerging technologies such as intelligent transportation systems, analytics platforms, and other evolving tools to enhance traffic flow, safety, and operational efficiency, while recognizing that implementation will be guided by fiscal considerations.

In addition, the current minimum qualifications include possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the State of California; these have been updated to require a PE or Traffic Engineer (TE) license. This approach broadens the candidate pool while maintaining a high level of technical expertise in transportation systems. While a TE provides specialized expertise in traffic engineering and operations, only a PE has the authority to approve civil engineering work. However, this is not a limitation for this position, as the role is focused on transportation and traffic operations rather than the preparation or approval of civil engineering plans. The City maintains multiple engineering classifications with PE licensure responsible for signing and approving civil plans, making the prior PE-only requirement unnecessarily restrictive. Allowing either certification provides appropriate flexibility while ensuring the position is filled by a qualified professional capable of managing complex transportation 282

Page 3 of 3 ends

systems and operational programs.

There are no recommended adjustments to the salary range.

STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:

None.

NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:

The City Council Agenda was posted.

ATTACHMENTS:

1) Resolution Amending the Classification Plan
2) Exhibit A to the Resolution – Public Works Maintenance Manager Job Description 3) Exhibit B to the Resolution – Transportation and Operations Manager Job Description 4) Resolution Amending the Salary Plan for Management Positions Exempt from Competitive Service
5) Public Works Maintenance Manager Job Description – redline version 6) Transportation and Operations Manager Job Description – redline version

283
Attachment 1
Reso. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted 03/24/2026 Page 1 of 1 RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN

AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN

WHEREAS, in accordance with the City’s Personnel System Rules , the City Council adopted Resolution No. 30-84 and subsequent resolutions which comprise the Classification Plan; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary to periodically add, remove and/or amend job descriptions in the Classification Plan.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Resolution No. 30 -84 and subsequent resolutions shall be further amended to retitle the Public Works Manager to Public Works Maintenance Manager and update the job description Exhibit A.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Resolution No. 30-84 and subsequent resolutions shall be further amended to retitle the P ublic Works Transportation and Operations Manager to Transportation and Operations Manager and update the job description Exhibit B.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this document shall become a part of the official Classification Plan for the City of Dublin; and that the changes contained herein shall be effective March 25, 2026.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this 24th day of March, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:

_________________________________
City Clerk

284
Attachment 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Date Adopted: December 4, 2007
Date Revised: March 24, 2026
FLSA: At-Will, Exempt, Designated Management

General Purpose:

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, and manages the City’s infrastructure maintenance programs including streets, storm drainage, parks, public buildings, fleet assets, street lighting systems, and landscape and lighting assessment districts. Administers complex service contracts, asset management systems, regulatory compliance programs, and multi-million- dollar operations and maintenance budgets to ensure reliable, safe, and cost -effective infrastructure services. Provides operational and strategic support to the Public Works Director and participates in departmental planning, emergency response coordination, and citywide infrastructure management initiatives.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Public Works Maintenance Manager is a management -level classification responsible for overseeing the City’s infrastructure maintenance programs and operational service contracts within the Public Works Department. The position exercises considerable independent judgment in planning, coordinating, and implementing maintenance initiatives, asset management programs, and operational improvements consistent with established departmental policies and City objectives. Incumbents are responsible for evaluating program performance, analyzing infrastructure maintenance needs, and developing strategies that improve the reliability, condition, and service levels of the City’s infrastructure systems.

This classification differs from the Transportation and Operations Manager, which focuses specifically on transportation system operations and traffic-related programs including signal systems, traffic control devices, and transportation safety initiatives, whereas this position is responsible for citywide infrastructure maintenance programs such as streets, drainage, parks, facilities, fleet, and street lighting.

Supervision Received and Exercised:
 Receives administrative direction from the Public Works Director or their designee.  Provides direct supervision over assigned supervisory, professional, technical and administrative staff.
 Provides program oversight and coordination for operational programs and contracted maintenance services to ensure effective program implementation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
285
The following duties are typical for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment.  Plans, organizes, and manages citywide infrastructure maintenance programs including streets, parks, storm drainage systems, public buildings, fleet assets, street lighting systems, and assessment districts.
 Negotiates, administers, and monitors professional service and maintenance contracts.  Develops, administers, and monitors multi-million-dollar operations and maintenance budgets and oversees contract encumbrances, amendments, and expenditure tracki ng.  Oversees the City’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), asset management platforms, and service request systems used to track work orders, asset conditions, and operational performance.
 Oversees asset condition assessments and maintenance planning to support the City’s long-term infrastructure asset management strategy.
 Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and regional regulations including OSHA safety standards, ADA accessibility requirements, air quality regulations, stormwater permit requirements, and pesticide reporting requirements.
 Coordinates maintenance operations with capital improvement projects and infrastructure planning initiatives to support effective asset lifecycle management.  Represents the Department in meetings with City leadership, residents, contractors, regional partners, and regulatory agencies and responds to inquiries related to maintenance programs and infrastructure conditions.
 Ensures compliance with City purchasing policies and applicable public contracting laws in the administration of maintenance and service contracts.  Provides analytical and strategic support to the Public Works Director, assists in development of departmental goals and performance metrics.  Leads long-range maintenance planning, infrastructure reinvestment strategies, and preventive maintenance initiatives.
 Participates in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations and coordinates public works maintenance response during emergency incidents, severe weather events, or infrastructure failures.
 Provides leadership, training, performance management and professional development for assigned staff.
 Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
286
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, public administration, construction management, or a related field.

Experience:
 Five years of progressively responsible experience in municipal public works maintenance operations, infrastructure maintenance program management, or related public works or operational services. Experience may include responsibilities such as maintenance planning, project coordination, contract administration, or budget management.  Two years of lead or supervisory experience overseeing staff and at least one year of administrative experience related to maintenance or programs, including responsibilities such as budgeting, work planning, scheduling, contract coordination, or program oversight.

Licenses, Certificates and Special Requirements:
 Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Knowledge of:
 Principles and practices of municipal infrastructure maintenance and operational program management.
 Methods, materials, and techniques used in maintenance of streets, parks, drainage systems, buildings, fleet assets, and street lighting systems.  Contract negotiation, administration, and performance monitoring.  Principles and practices of budget preparation, financial forecasting, and fiscal management.
 Applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to public infrastructure operations.
 Regulatory compliance requirements including OSHA safety regulations, ADA accessibility standards, stormwater permit requirements, and environmental reporting obligations.  Asset management technologies including computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), geographic information systems (GIS), and service request management platforms.
 Principles of fleet management including equipment lifecycle planning, maintenance scheduling, and operational performance monitoring.
287
 Principles of project coordination, infrastructure lifecycle planning, and municipal operational service delivery.

Ability to:
 Plan, organize, and manage complex municipal maintenance programs and operational initiatives.
 Negotiate, administer, and evaluate professional service and maintenance contracts.  Manage and forecast multi-million-dollar operational budgets and monitor expenditures.  Analyze operational data and infrastructure conditions to improve service delivery and asset performance.
 Implement asset management systems and technology platforms to support infrastructure planning and operational decision-making.
 Interpret and apply federal, state, and local regulations related to infrastructure maintenance and environmental compliance.
 Coordinate maintenance operations with capital improvement projects and infrastructure planning efforts.
 Respond effectively to emergency situations and coordinate operational response activities.  Prepare clear and concise reports, analyses, and presentations and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
 Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and community members.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with frequent use of computers and other office equipment. This position also requires occasional fieldwork which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, fumes, odors, uneven terrain, construction hazards, or moving equipment.

The employee will frequently interact with contractors, developers, consultants, elected officials, regulatory agencies, and members of the public, including individuals who may be upset or frustrated when discussing policies or project requirements.

The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or extended hours to meet operational needs, attend meetings, or respond to infrastructure emergencies or urgent project issues.
288
Field duties may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety vests, eye protection, and hearing protection when visiting construction sites or other operational areas.

Physical Requirements:

The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods in both office and field envir onments.  Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, virtually, and in meetings.  Use hands and fingers to operate computers, office equipment, and occasionally field tools during site visits.
 Bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch occasionally when conducting site inspections.  Lift, carry, or transport materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.  Navigate construction sites, uneven terrain, and areas with traffic or heavy equipment while following safety protocols.
 Safely operate a motor vehicle and travel to various City locations.  Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities necessary to safely perform field and office duties.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The City of Dublin is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion or veteran status. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.

289
Attachment 3
Exhibit B to the Resolution

TRANSPORTATION AND OPERATIONS MANAGER

Date Adopted: May 3, 2011
Date Revised: October 6, 2020; March 24, 2026
FLSA: At-Will, Exempt, Designated Management
General Purpose:

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and oversees the City’s transportation operations programs, including traffic signal systems, traffic control devices, transportation safety initiatives, and the Traffic Operations Center (TOC). Coordinates related traffic engineering studies, transportation planning efforts, and signing and striping programs. The position manages staff, contractors, and operational activities to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the City’s transportation infrastructure and supports the implementation of transportation policies, capital improvement projects, and operational initiatives consistent with City goals and regulatory requirements.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Transportation and Operations Manager is a management-level classification responsible for overseeing the City’s traffic and transportation operations programs within the Public Works Department. The position exercises considerable independent judgment in planning, coordinating, and implementing transportation initiatives and operational improvements consistent with departmental policies and City objectives.

This classification differs from the Principal Engineer in that the Principal Engineer focuses primarily on engineering program management and capital project delivery within the Engineering Division, while this position emphasizes transportation operations, system performance, and operational program leadership.

It further differs from the Public Works Maintenance Manager, which oversees broader citywide infrastructure maintenance programs such as streets, drainage, parks, and buildings, whereas this position focuses specifically on transportation and traffic operations programs, including signal systems, traffic control devices, transportation safety initiatives, and related operational programs.

Supervision Received and Exercised:
 Receives administrative direction from the Public Works Director or Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer.
 Exercises direct supervision and supervision through secondary supervisors to assigned, professional, technical and clerical personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
290
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment.  Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates traffic and transportation operations programs and related initiatives.
 Oversees the operation, coordination, and performance monitoring of the City’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC).
 Manages traffic signal systems, communications infrastructure, and related operational technologies to support efficient traffic flow and system reliability.  Evaluates and implements emerging transportation technologies, including intelligent transportation systems (ITS), data analytics platforms, and artificial intelligence-enabled traffic management tools to improve system performance, safety, and operational efficiency.  Manage the City’s Traffic Impact Fee (TIF) program and associated updates.  Assists in the review of private development project improvement plans and encroachment permits related to traffic engineering and transportation planning.  Performs and reviews transportation–related studies to ensure compliance with adopted transportation safety and level-of-service standards.
 Represents the City on various boards, committees and professional associations in matters relating to transportation, traffic safety and assigned program areas.  Administers and manages annual maintenance program budgets using appropriate Federal, State and local guidelines.
 Participates in development of transportation planning initiatives, including updates to circulation plans, transportation studies, and traffic impact fee programs.  Reviews existing transportation maintenance activities and programs and recommends modifications to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and service levels.  Directs operational programs such as signing, striping, pavement markings, and traffic calming to support safe and efficient traffic flow.
 Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and the annual budget for the Department in assigned areas of responsibility.
 Monitors and analyzes transportation system performance data including signal timing, traffic volumes, collision trends, and operational metrics to support data-driven decision making and system optimization.
 Leads planning, implementation, and oversight of multimodal programs, including bicycle, pedestrian, and transit initiatives.
 Integrates transportation operations with capital improvement projects, ensuring effective implementation of infrastructure enhancements.
 Reviews and approves plans, specifications and contract documents for capital 291
improvement projects related to traffic and transportation engineering.  Coordinates transportation operations and planning activities with state and regional agencies including Department of Transportation (DOT), Caltrans, Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC), neighboring jurisdictions, and transportation providers.  Manages consultant contracts and professional services agreements related to transportation operations, traffic engineering studies, and signal system improvements.  Selects, trains, supervises, mentors, and evaluates assigned staff; promotes professional development and a collaborative work environment.
 Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or related field. A master’s degree in an applicable field is desirable.

Experience:
 Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in traffic engineering, transportation operations, or transportation system management, including work involving traffic signal systems, traffic control devices, transportation planning, roadway safety, or traffic operations analysis.
 Two years of lead or supervisory experience overseeing staff.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements:
 Possession of a valid registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil Engineering or registration as a Traffic Engineer (TE) issued by the State of California.  Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ License and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Knowledge of:
 Principles and practices of transportation planning, traffic engineering, and transportation system operations.
 Principles, practices and techniques of civil engineering as applied to municipal engineering projects.
 Operation and management of traffic signal systems, traffic control devices, and 292
transportation infrastructure.
 Transportation system performance analysis and traffic safety evaluation methods.  Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards governing transportation systems and traffic control devices.
 Municipal public works operations related to roadway and transportation infrastructure.  Principles and standards contained in the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD).
 Principles and applications of intelligent transportation systems (ITS), traffic system analytics, and emerging transportation management technologies.  Principles and practices of project management and operational program administration.  Modern transportation technologies including signal communications systems, traffic monitoring systems, and data management tools.
 Principles and practices of roadway safety analysis, traffic calming, and multimodal transportation safety strategies.
 Principles and practices of effective customer service and community engagement.  Principles and practices of budget preparation, budget administration, goals and objectives development and work planning.
 Supervisory principles and practices including training and evaluation.

Ability To:
 Plan, organize, and manage transportation operations programs and initiatives.  Analyze complex operational and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.
 Evaluate transportation system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.  Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and management controls, including the application of project management techniques.  Review and analyze engineering and capital improvement projects and programs.  Prepare and review department budgets, contracts, reports and related engineering documents.
 Coordinate transportation activities with capital projects and infrastructure planning efforts.  Prepare clear and concise technical reports, analyses, and presentations.  Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
 Deal effectively with representatives from public and private agencies and with the general public in coordinating activities and resolving problems.  Plan, organize, assign, review and evaluate the work of assigned staff. 293
 Build and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the public.
 Participate, foster and encourage all members of the work unit to work as members of a team.

Work Environment:

The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or extended hours to meet operational needs, attend meetings, or respond to infrastructure emergencies or urgent project issues.

Field duties may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety vests, eye protection, and hearing protection when visiting construction sites or other operational areas.

Physical Requirements:

The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods in both office and field environments.  Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, virtually, and in meetings.  Use hands and fingers to operate computers, office equipment, and occasionally field tools during site visits.
 Bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch occasionally when conducting site inspections.  Lift, carry, or transport materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.  Navigate construction sites, uneven terrain, and areas with traffic or heavy equipment while following safety protocols.
 Safely operate a motor vehicle and travel to various City locations.  Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
294
Equal Opportunity Statement:

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN

RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SALARY PLAN FOR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS

EXEMPT FROM COMPETITIVE SERVICE

WHEREAS, in accordance with the City’s Personnel System Rules, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 63-25 and subsequent Resolutions which establish a Salary Plan for full- time personnel.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE I T RESOLVED that the position of Public Works Manager be retitled to Public Works Maintenance Manager and the position of Public Works Transportation and Operations Manager be retitled to Transportation and Operations Manager under Article I, Section A of the Salary Plan for Management Positions Exempt from Competitive Service.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following position shall be paid a monthly rate within the following salary range with the exclusion of any Performance Pay Adjustment granted in accordance with the adopted Personnel Rules:

Monthly
Minimum
Monthly
Maximum

Public Works Maintenance Manager $13,118.84 $16,398.55

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this document shall become a part of the official Salary Plan for the City of Dublin; and that the changes contained herein shall be effective March 25, 2026.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this 24th day of March, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:

_________________________________
City Clerk
296
Attachment 5

PUBLIC WORKS

MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Date Adopted: 12-December 4-, 2007
Date Revised: ____________March 24, 2026
Title: Public Works Manager (Maintenance)
FLSA: At-Will, Exempt, Designated Management
SALARY: $7,621 - $9,526 per month
General Purpose:

Under direction of the Public Works Director, plans, directs, coordinates and manages assigned activities and programs; provides highly complex and responsible managerial assistance to the Director of Public Works. This position is responsible for maintenance of the City’s roadway, drainage, public building s, and parks. The management, coordination and oversight of assigned programs including the development and implementation of program policies and procedures, the development and administration of program budgets, the negotiation and administration of contracts, the preparation of grant proposals, and the preparation of analytical studies of administrative and operational issues. This position functions as a member of the Public Works Department management team in Departmental policy development, administrative planning and addressing Departmental problems, budget development, personnel recruitment; and does related work as required. Acts as the City’s representative to internal and external community advisory bodies involved within assigned program areas.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Public Works Manager is a management position responsible for managing maintenance function s within the Public Works Department and coordinating, and monitoring of public infrastructure maintenance contracts for streets , drainage, parks, and buildings. Incumbents in this classification have a broad range of independence within policy and procedural limitations and work under minimal supervision. The incumbent is accountable to the Department Director for the effective supervision of City and contract personnel and the quality and efficiency of services directed. While the general parameters of the job are defined, the employee is expected to select and put into effect work procedures and practices which will lead to the effective and efficient accomplishment of Department goals. Recommendations on the improvement of assigned activities are expected.

This classification is distinguished from the P ublic Works Director who serves as the Department Head of the entire Department responsible for all aspects of the Public Works Department. 297

Exhibit A
Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, and manages the City’s infrastructure maintenance programs including streets, storm drainage, parks, public buildings, fleet assets, street lighting systems, and landscape and lighting assessment districts. Administers complex service contracts, asset management systems, regulatory compliance programs, and multi-million-dollar operations and maintenance budgets to ensure reliable, safe, and cost-effective infrastructure services. Provides operational and strategic support to the Public Works Director and participates in departmental planning, emergency response coordination, and citywide infrastructure management initiatives.

Distinguishing Characteristics
The Public Works Maintenance Manager is a management-level classification responsible for overseeing the City’s infrastructure maintenance programs and operational service contracts within the Public Works Department. The position exercises considerable independent judgment in planning, coordinating, and implementing maintenance initiatives, asset management programs, and operational improvements consistent with established departmental policies and City objectives.

Incumbents are responsible for evaluating program performance, analyzing infrastructure maintenance needs, and developing strategies that improve the reliability, condition, and service levels of the City’s infrastructure systems.

Supervision Received/ and Exercised

• Receives administrative direction from the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Department Head Public Works Director or their designee. Exercises • Provides direct supervision over assigned City and contract employeessupervisory, professional, technical and administrative staff.

• Provides program oversight and coordination for operational programs and contracted maintenance services to ensure effective program implementation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normaltypical for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
298

Exhibit A
• Plans and directs contract, programs or activities involving, organizes, and manages citywide infrastructure maintenance of the City’s programs including streets, parks, storm drainage systems, public buildings, fleet assets, street lighting systems, and assessment districts. Plans and manages
• Negotiates, administers, and monitors professional service and maintenance contracts. • Develops, administers, and monitors multi-million-dollar operations and maintenance budgets and oversees contract encumbrances, amendments, and expenditure tracking. • Oversees the City’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), asset management platforms, and service request systems used to track work orders, asset conditions, and operational performance.
• Oversees asset condition assessments and maintenance planning to support the completion of related Capital InfrastructureCity’s long-term infrastructure asset management strategy. • Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and regional regulations including OSHA safety standards, ADA accessibility requirements, air quality regulations, stormwater permit requirements, and pesticide reporting requirements.
• Coordinates maintenance operations with capital improvement projects. and infrastructure planning initiatives to support effective asset lifecycle management. • Represents the Department in meetings with City leadership, residents, contractors, regional partners, and regulatory agencies and responds to inquiries related to maintenance programs and infrastructure conditions.
• Ensures compliance with City purchasing policies and applicable public contracting laws in the administration of maintenance and service contracts. • Provides high level staff support to Department Director; provides analytical support and strategic support to the Public Works Director, assists in development of departmental goals and performance metrics.
• Leads long-range maintenance planning, infrastructure reinvestment strategies, and preventive maintenance initiatives.
• Participates in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations and coordinates public works maintenance response during emergency incidents, severe weather events, or infrastructure failures.
• Provides leadership, training, performance management and professional development for financial, operational and organizational issues; maintains financial and administrative processes and records; monitors contracts and performs necessary measures to assure contract performance of contractors; develops, implements, and monitors assigned budgetsstaff.
299

Exhibit A
Assumes operational authority of areas of assigned responsibility; Monitors expenditure requests during the fiscal year for compliance with the adopted budget.

Assists the Department Head in establishing department goals each year and insures their completion within the areas under his/her direct supervision.

Establishes general approaches to be used in carrying out projects and determines priorities; reviews activity reports and periodically checks work in progress and upon completion to ensure compliance with policy, standards and directions; resolves operational and personnel problems.

Investigates public complaints and requests related to functions supervised and makes determinations on action to be taken.

Prepares recommendations on budgetary needs as related to personnel, equipment and contract services, including related justifications; administers assigned budgets including the approval and control of expenditures; develops long range plans and objectives; conducts a continuing review of contracts services for purposes of detecting problem areas and increasing efficiency.

Evaluates City and contract staffing arrangements, staffing levels, work assignments and makes necessary recommendations to Department Director; sets performance standards for contract and City staff and evaluates performance.

Represents the City in meetings of the City Council, City Commissions/Committees and community groups; prepares and presents oral and written reports; develops agendas and staffs various Department committees when required.

Represents the Department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary.

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, State/local agencies and associations, City management, City staff and the public.

• Performs other related duties as requiredassigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, public administration, construction management, or a related field.

Experience:

300

Exhibit A
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in municipal public works maintenance operations, infrastructure maintenance program management, or related public works or operational services. Experience may include responsibilities such as maintenance planning, project coordination, contract administration, or budget management. • Two years of lead or supervisory experience overseeing staff and at least one year of administrative experience related to maintenance or programs, including responsibilities such as budgeting, work planning, scheduling, contract coordination, or program oversight.

Licenses, Certificates and Special Requirements:
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Knowledge of:
• Principles, and practices, methods and materials for municipal maintenance programs, assessment district management, contract management and capital of municipal infrastructure projectsmaintenance and operational program management.

Methods, materials, and techniques of coordinating facilitiesused in maintenance. • Supervisory principles of streets, parks, drainage systems, buildings, fleet assets, and methods, including goal setting, budget preparation and administration and employee supervisionstreet lighting systems.
• Contract negotiation, administration, and performance monitoring.

Principles and practices of budget development, implementation and analysis.

Applicable Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations to assigned programs.

• Financial preparation, financial forecasting, report preparation, research methods, statistical concepts and methodsand fiscal management.

Customer service techniques.

• FederalApplicable federal, state, and local laws, and regulations related to public infrastructure operations.
• Regulatory compliance requirements including OSHA safety regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility, ADA accessibility standards, stormwater permit requirements, and environmental reporting obligations.

Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.

Modern office procedures and computer equipment.
301

Exhibit A

Principles and practices of organizational analysis and Asset management.

Principles and practices of supervision, training, personnel, and contract management.

Ability To:

Analyze administrative, operational and organizational problems, evaluate alternative and reach sound conclusions.

Consult effectively with management and staff.

Administer large program budgets technologies including the preparation of complex financial reports and analyses.

Negotiate and administer contracts.

Conceive and effectively propose or suggest solutions to budgetary needs and problems.

Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Interpret appropriate rules, regulations, contracts, laws and ordinances.

• Develop, implement and overseecomputerized maintenance programs for the City including street sweeping, Building maintenance, street and street landscape maintenance and park maintenance activities. management systems (CMMS), geographic information systems (GIS), and service request management platforms.
• Principles of fleet management including equipment lifecycle planning, maintenance scheduling, and operational performance monitoring.
• Principles of project coordination, infrastructure lifecycle planning, and municipal operational service delivery.

Ability to:
• Plan, organize, assign, direct, reviewand manage complex municipal maintenance programs and operational initiatives.
• Negotiate, administer, and evaluate professional service and maintenance contracts. • Manage and forecast multi-million-dollar operational budgets and monitor expenditures. • Analyze operational data and infrastructure conditions to improve service delivery and asset performance.
• Implement asset management systems and technology platforms to support infrastructure planning and operational decision-making.
302

Exhibit A
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local regulations related to infrastructure maintenance contracts, programs and activitiesand environmental compliance.

Address large and small groups of people at neighborhood meetings.

Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned staff; develop, implement and interpret policies, procedures, goals, objectives and work standards.

Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make creative recommendations.

• Coordinate maintenance operations with capital improvement projects and infrastructure planning efforts.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations and coordinate operational response activities. • Prepare clear and concise reports, analyses, and presentations and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the workCity staff, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and community members.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Represent the City effectively in meetings with others; and maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports, meeting agendas and correspondence.

Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with frequent use of computers and other office equipment. This position also requires occasional fieldwork which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, fumes, odors, uneven terrain, construction hazards, or moving equipment.

The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or extended hours to meet operational needs, attend meetings, or respond to infrastructure emergencies or urgent project issues.

Physical Standards:Requirements
303

Exhibit A

The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfullyto perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to, bend and twist to reach files, walk, stand and safely lift and /or maneuver office supplies and construction plans weighing up to 20 pounds. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to move across rough terrain, uneven pavement, bridge scaffolding and negotiate construction sites including, but not limited to: climbing, crawling and jumping ; use written and oral communication skills; analyze contracts and service budgets and technical reports; read and interpret complex data, staff reports, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; drive a motor vehicles, interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.

The employee's working hours may require attendance at evening meetings, travel out of town and attend workshops, conferences, seminars, and meeting during work and non-work hours.

304

Exhibit A
• Training and Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods in both office and field environments. • Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, virtually, and in meetings. • Use hands and fingers to operate computers, office equipment, and occasionally field tools during site visits.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch occasionally when conducting site inspections. • Lift, carry, or transport materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally. • Navigate construction sites, uneven terrain, and areas with traffic or heavy equipment while following safety protocols.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and travel to various City locations. • Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities necessary to safely perform field and office duties.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The City of Dublin is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion or veteran status. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.

Experience:

Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university in civil engineering, environmental studies, public administration or a related field.

Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience with environmental/maintenance services related to public works operations or with responsibility for project /service planning, development and oversight, contract negotiations, budget preparation and staff supervision. O ne year of administrative and lead or supervisory experience desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ license and Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability.

305

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

TRANSPORTATION AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
Date Adopted: May 3, 2011
Date Revised: October 6, 2020;
March 24, 2026
Title: Public Works Transportation and Operations Manager FLSA: At-Will/, Exempt/,
Designated Management
General Purpose:

Under administrative direction the Public Works Transportation and Operations Manager oversees specialized and highly technical projects related to transportation planning, traffic operations management, maintenance services and building management. The Public Works Transportation Operations Manager is responsible for planning, managing and coordinating the activities of the City’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC), City’s transportation system, with specific emphasis on traffic signal design, maintenance and operation; and traffic signal systems design, implementation and communications. Makes recommendations and provides assistance to the Public Works Director; provides expert professional assistance to City Staff, performs related work as required.

Coordinates related traffic engineering studies, transportation planning efforts, and signing and striping programs. The position manages staff, contractors, and operational activities to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the City’s transportation infrastructure and supports the implementation of transportation policies, capital improvement projects, and operational initiatives consistent with City goals and regulatory requirements.

Distinguishing Characteristics
TheDistinguishing Characteristics:

The Public Works Transportation and Operations Manager is a management position responsible for directing, supervising and participating in assigned activities of the Public Works Department including formulating policy, developing goals and objectives, an d developing and administering budget of assigned program areas. Incumbents provide highly Attachment 6
306

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

responsible and complex staff assistance to the Public Works Director and have a broad range of independence within policy and procedural limitations and work under minimal supervision. While the general parameters of the job are defined, the employee is expected to select and put into effect work procedures and practices which will lead to the effective and efficient accomplishment of Department/Division goals. The incumbent is accountable for the effective supervision of personnel and the quality and effi ciency of services directed.

Recommendations on the improvement of assigned program areas are expected. The Public Works Transportation and Operations Manager is a an At -Will position that is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), exempt from the City’s Personnel System Rules and is a Designated Management position.

The Public Works Transportation and Operations Manager is distinguished from the position of Public Works Manager and Senior Civil Engineer in that the former has management responsibility for all aspects of assigned program areas within the Department. It is further distinguished from the Public Works Director in that the Director has overall management responsibility for all areas of the Department which include Engineering, Public Works Inspection, General and Traffic Engineering Services, Capital Projec t Design and Implementation, Street Sweeping, Traffic Signal and Street Lighting Maintenance, Public Works Maintenance Services and Building Management.
307

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

Transportation and Operations Manager is a management-level classification responsible for overseeing the City’s traffic and transportation operations programs within the Public Works Department. The position exercises considerable independent judgment in planning, coordinating, and implementing transportation initiatives and operational improvements consistent with departmental policies and City objectives.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• Receives administrative direction from the Director of Public Works/ Director or Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer.

• Exercises direct supervision and supervision through secondary supervisors to assigned, professional, technical and clerical personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Administer, managePlans, organizes, directs, and maintainevaluates traffic and transportation operations programs and related initiatives. • Oversees the operation, coordination, and performance monitoring of the City’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC).

• Administer, manage and maintainManages traffic signal systems (equipment and communication lines) Traffic studies not , communications infrastructure, and 308

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

related operational technologies to development (e.g.,support efficient traffic flow and system reliability.
• Evaluates and implements emerging transportation technologies, including intelligent transportation systems (ITS), data analytics platforms, and artificial intelligence-enabled traffic management tools to improve system performance, safety assessments, stop sign studies, crossing guard evaluation)., and operational efficiency.

• Manage the preparation of DowntownCity’s Traffic Impact Fee (TIF) Updateprogram and associated updates.

Manage General Plan Circulation Element Update.

Reviews and responds to citizens’ complaints and works with homeowner’s associations and neighborhood groups to resolve traffic and safety concerns.

• Assists in the review of private development project improvement plans and encroachment permits related to traffic engineering and transportation planning.
• Performs and reviews transportation–related studies to ensure compliance with adopted transportation safety and level -of -service standardstandards.

• Represents the City on various broadsboards, committees and professional associations in matters relating to transportation, traffic safety and other assigned program areas.

• Administers and manages annual maintenance program budgets using appropriate Federal, State and local guidelines.

Plan work activities, establishing daily, weekly, monthly and annual work programs and schedules.

• Manages reviews and recommends changes and modifies exitingParticipates in development of transportation planning initiatives, including updates to circulation plans, transportation studies, and traffic impact fee programs. • Reviews existing transportation maintenance activities and programs and recommends modifications to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and productivityservice levels.

309

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

• Directs and monitors the City’s streetoperational programs such as signing, striping maintenance and replacement program ensuring the City roadways are properly signed and marked (e.g., faded signs and, pavement markings or obsolete signs)., and traffic calming to support safe and efficient traffic flow.

Prepare signal timing plans for new or modified signals.

Assumes management responsibility on major transportation and research studies and projects.
310

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and the annual budget for the Department in assigned areas of responsibility.

Assists in the development of the City’s Capital Improvement Plan.

Establishes systems to ensure consistency within the Division.

• Monitors and analyzes transportation system performance data including signal timing, traffic volumes, collision trends, and operational metrics to support data-driven decision making and system optimization. • Leads planning, implementation, and oversight of multimodal programs, including bicycle, pedestrian, and transit initiatives. • Integrates transportation operations with capital improvement projects, ensuring effective implementation of infrastructure enhancements. • Reviews and approves engineering plans, specifications and contract documents for capital improvement projects related to traffic and transportation engineering.

• Selects assigned personnelCoordinates transportation operations and provides for their trainingplanning activities with state and regional agencies including Department of Transportation (DOT), Caltrans, Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC), neighboring jurisdictions, and transportation providers. • Manages consultant contracts and professional services agreements related to transportation operations, traffic engineering studies, and signal system improvements.
• Selects, trains, supervises, mentors, and evaluates assigned staff; promotes professional development; interprets City policies and procedures to employees; is responsible for morale and productivity of and a collaborative work environment. • Performs other duties as assigned Staff..

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or related field. A master’s degree in an applicable field is desirable. 311

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

Experience:

• Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in traffic engineering, transportation operations, or transportation system management, including work involving traffic signal systems, traffic control devices, transportation planning, roadway safety, or traffic operations analysis. • Two years of lead or supervisory experience overseeing staff.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements:
• Possession of a valid registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil Engineering or registration as a Traffic Engineer (TE) issued by the State of California.
• Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ License and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Knowledge of:

• Theories, principles,Principles and practices of transportation planning, traffic engineering, and land use, business and public administration.transportation system operations.

• Principles, practices and techniques of civil engineering as applied to municipal engineering projects.

• Operation and management of traffic signal systems, traffic control devices, and transportation infrastructure.
• Transportation system performance analysis and traffic safety evaluation methods.

Applicable local, state and federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations, and standards governing transportation policies and funding sources for a public agency.

• Organization and processes of local, regional state and federal government, including legislativesystems and funding processes and policiestraffic control devices.

Financial, analytical statistical and mathematical methods and procedures.

312

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

• Civil engineering, Municipal public works operations related to roadway and transportation infrastructure.
• Principles and standards contained in the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD).
• Principles and applications of intelligent transportation systems (ITS), traffic system analytics, and emerging transportation management technologies.

Principles and practices and procedures.

Knowledge of techniques and materials commonly used in the construction of project management and maintenance of public projects.

• Publicoperational program administration principles as related to the activities and functions of a municipal government.

Current developments and sources of information regarding public works engineering projects.

• Modern transportation technologies including signal communications systems, traffic monitoring systems, and data management tools. • Principles and practices of roadway safety analysis, traffic calming, and multimodal transportation safety strategies.
• Principles and practices of effective customer service and community engagement.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation, budget administration, goals and objectives development and work planning.

Methods and practices of community organization and citizen participation.

• Supervisory principles and practices including training and evaluation.

Customer service techniques.
313

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

Ability To:

Learn, interpret, and apply City, department and division rules, regulations, policies and practices.

• Plan, organize, and manage transportation operations programs and initiatives. • Analyze complex operational and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action.

Perform engineering work expected of a registered Civil Engineer.

• Evaluate transportation system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and management controls, including the application of project management techniques.

• Review and analyze engineering and capital improvement projects and programs.

• Prepare and review department budgets, contracts, reports and related engineering documents.

Negotiate project conditions of approval.

Work well under the urgency of deadlines.

• PresentCoordinate transportation activities with capital projects and infrastructure planning efforts.
• Prepare clear and concise verbal and writtentechnical reports, analyses, and presentations.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Deal effectively with representatives from public and private agencies and with the general public in coordinating activities and resolving problems.

314

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

• Plan, organize, assign, review and evaluate the work of assigned staff.

Exercise sound, fairBuild and consistent independent judgment; provide technical assistance and staff leadership to various boards and commissions.

• Exemplify and foster an enthusiastic, resourceful andmaintain effective service attitudeworking relationships with City staff, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the public and all who are contacted in the course of the work.

• Participate, foster and encourage all members of the work unit to work as members of a team.

The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or extended hours to meet operational needs, attend meetings, or respond to infrastructure emergencies or urgent project issues.

Physical Standards:Requirements

• An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person, in meetingsSit, stand, and walk for extended periods in both office and 315

EXHIBIT F EXHIBIT F

field environments.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone; use, virtually, and in meetings.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standardcomputers, office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to, bend, and twist to reach files, walk and stand and safely lift and/or maneuver office supplies and construction plansoccasionally field tools during site visits. • Bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch occasionally when conducting site inspections.
• Lift, carry, or transport materials or equipment weighing up to 2025 pounds.

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral occasionally.
• Navigate construction sites, uneven terrain, and areas with traffic or heavy equipment while following safety protocols.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and travel to various City locations.

Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, and communication skills; read and interpret complex data,
316
EXHIBIT F Attachment 3
Exhibit B to the Resolution

information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.

Training and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field.

Master’s degree in an applicable field is desirable.

Experience: Five years’ experience performing progressively responsible professional civil engineering work with registration and one-year experience in supervising engineering staff engaged in a variety of public works projects.

Training: Any recent training classes, such as academic courses and certification programs, which are relevant to this job classification.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Requires Professional Engineer License in the State of California. Possession of a Traffic Engineering license is highly desirable.

Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers’ License and Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability.

• Special Requirements: Must have the willingness and ability to: work the hours necessary to accomplish theperform assigned duties, including evening and week-end hours; attend evening meetings; travel out of town and attend workshops, conferences, seminars during work and non- work hours. safely and effectively.

STAFF REPORT

CITY COUNCIL

Page 1 of 6 ends

Agenda Item 6.1
DATE: March 24, 2026

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers

FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager

SUBJECT:

Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance for Housing Element Implementation (PLPA-004326-2026)
Prepared by: Kristie Wheeler, Special Projects Manager

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The City Council will consider City-initiated amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to implement General Plan Housing Element Program B.15 (Replacement Housing) and Program D.1 (Remove Development Constraints). Amendments are proposed to add Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements) and modify the multi-family residential parking requirements in Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations). In addition, an amendment to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions) and minor clean up items in Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land) and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance) are proposed. The City Council will also consider an exemption from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Conduct a public hearing, deliberate, waive the reading and introduce an Ordinance Approving Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions), Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land), Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations), and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance), and the addition of Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements).

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None.

318

Page 2 of 6 ends

DESCRIPTION:

Background
In November 2022, the City Council approved the draft General Plan 2023-2031 Housing Element and associated General Plan and Specific Plan amendments and rezonings. The draft Housing Element was then submitted for review and certification to the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The Housing Element was certified by HCD on January 19, 2024, and includes a number of programs that are required to be implemented by the City. The City has initiated amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to provide timely and effective implementation of the Housing Element.

Proposed Amendments
Amendments are proposed to add Dublin Municipal Code (DMC) Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements) and modify Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations). The proposed amendments would implement the following Housing Element programs and specific objectives:

 B.15 (Replacement Housing). The City may have existing non-vacant sites included within the Sites Inventory that may contain vacant or demolished residential units that were occupied by lower-income households or households subject to affordability requirements within the last five years.

Objective: Adopt a formal replacement housing program to ensure any units currently occupied by lower-income households, or households subject to affordability requirements within the last five years, that are lost to new housing development are replaced in compliance with the California Government Code.

 D.1 (Remove Development Constraints). Review the Zoning Ordinance to identify standards and requirements that may constrain the development of affordable housing.

Specifically, review requirements such as minimum unit size, setbacks, parking requirements, and height restrictions, to ensure the standards do not impede reasonable development.

Objective: Amend parking requirements for multi-family developments to remove distinctions between for-sale and for-rent residential developments and to remove guest parking requirements.

In addition, an amendment to DMC Chapter 8.08 (Definitions) and minor clean up items in DMC Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land) and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance) are proposed and explained in more detail in the analysis section below.

Analysis
The following is an analysis of the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments by topic – Replacement Housing, Remove Development Constraints, and Clean Up Items.

319

Page 3 of 6 ends

Replacement Housing
The Housing Element is required to identify sites by income category to meet the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). The sites identified in the Housing Element include non-vacant sites that contain existing residential units that could be demolished as a result of future housing development.

The California Legislature adopted three laws – Density Bonus law, Housing Element law, and the Housing Crisis Act of 2019 (also known as SB 330) – to ensure that new housing developments do not reduce the total number of existing residential units and do not reduce the number of units that provide housing to lower income households. In accordance with these laws, a housing development must create at least as many residential units as would be demolished. Projects must also replace units rented to lower income households with units affordable to lower income households and, in some cases, provide relocation and other benefits to lower income households who are displaced by the new construction.

Replacement housing requirements have applied to projects requesting a density bonus since 2015, and those requirements also apply to any site listed in the Housing Element. The Housing Crisis Act of 2019 and amendments effective January 1, 2022, expanded that requirement to any proposed housing development that proposes to demolish existing units.

The purpose of replacement housing requirements is to prevent the loss of housing units and displacement of lower income households. State law does not allow local agencies to approve new housing development that includes demolition of existing housing units unless the proposed development complies with the applicable replacement housing requirements. Below is an overview of the proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance that would implement Housing Element Program B.15 and ensure compliance with state law.

DMC Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements). An amendment is proposed to add a new chapter to the Zoning Ordinance that specifies that housing demolition and new housing development projects must comply with the requirements of state law governing replacement housing units.

Remove Development Constraints
Pursuant to Housing Element Program D.1, Staff reviewed the Zoning Ordinance to identify standards and requirements that may constrain affordable housing development. With the exception of minimum parking requirements, Staff concluded that the development standards provide sufficient flexibility such that they do not present a constraint to the development of affordable housing. The City’s Planned Development (PD) zoning district allows a developer to propose development standards, such as setbacks, lot coverage and building height, tailored to the site and proposed project. In addition, state Density Bonus law allows a developer to request waivers and reductions in development standards for an affordable housing project even if a density bonus is not requested.

To identify an appropriate minimum parking requirement for multi-family developments, the City hired W-Trans to prepare a Multi-Family Residential Parking Requirement Study (Attachment 3). Based on a comparison of the City’s minimum parking requirements for multi- 320

Page 4 of 6 ends

family development with nearby cities and the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Parking Generation Manual, W-Trans concluded that the City’s parking requirements are comparable to some nearby cities but the requirements for condominiums and smaller units are generally higher. W-Trans also found that the City’s parking requirements exceeded ITE’s peak parking demand. To better align the City’s multi-family parking requirements with peak parking demand associated with the number of bedrooms per unit as well as the presence of senior and affordable housing, W-Trans recommended the parking ratios found below.

DMC Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations). Amendments are proposed to DMC Chapter 8.76 to combine for-sale and for-rent residential development in a new multi-family residential use type that includes both apartments and condominiums; add affordable housing as a new residential use type; and modify the minimum parking requirements for multi-family development, consistent with the recommendations contained in the Multi-Family Residential Parking Requirement Study prepared by W-Trans. The following table shows the City’s current parking requirements and proposed modifications where underlined text is proposed to be added and text with a strikethrough is proposed to be deleted:

RESIDENTIAL USE TYPES NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED Multi-family
Apartments/Condominiums

Studio/1 Bedroom 1 space covered or garaged per dwelling plus 1 parking space for unreserved and guest parking.
1 Bedroom 1 covered or garaged per dwelling plus 1 parking space for unreserved and guest parking.
2+ Bedrooms 2 spaces 1 covered or garaged per dwelling plus 1 parking space for unreserved and guest parking.

Condominiums
Studio and 1 Bedroom 1 covered or garaged per dwelling plus 1 guest parking space per dwelling which shall be marked as a guest
parking space
2 or more Bedrooms 2 covered or garaged per dwelling plus 1 guest parking space per dwelling which shall be marked as a guest
parking space
Senior Citizen Apartments
Housing

0.75 spaces 1 covered or garaged per dwelling plus one
guest parking space for every three dwelling units.

Affordable Housing
Studio/1 Bedroom 0.5 spaces per dwelling
2+ Bedrooms 1.5 spaces per dwelling

321

Page 5 of 6 ends

DMC Chapter 8.08 (Definitions). An amendment to DMC Chapter 8.08 is also proposed to change “Senior Citizen Apartments” to “Senior Housing” and update the definition to reflect that senior housing can include rental or condominium units.

Clean Up Items
In February 2025, the City Council approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to implement several programs in the Housing Element. Included was Program B.12 (Single Room Occupancy Units), which required Staff to review the permitting procedures for single- room occupancy units (SROs) and remove potential constraints. As such, Staff recommended and the City Council approved a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to permit SROs in the C-2 (General Commercial) zoning district with a Zoning Clearance rather than a Conditional Use Permit. However, when preparing the amendment to the land use table in DMC Chapter 8.12, Staff inadvertently used the notation P (Permitted) instead of ZC (Zoning Clearance).

Similarly, in July 2025, the City Council approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to implement additional programs in the Housing Element. Included in those amendments was Program E.4 (Low-Barrier Navigation Centers), which required the City to adopt procedures and regulations for Low-Barrier Navigation Centers, including a ministerial approval process.

As such, Staff recommended and the City Council approved a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to permit Low-Barrier Navigation Centers in the Downtown Dublin zoning districts and Planned Development (PD) zoning district, if the approved PD allows mixed-use or is a commercial PD permitting multifamily uses with a Zoning Clearance. However, Staff inadvertently neglected to include a notation that the land use is permitted with a Zoning Clearance.

As part of the Zoning Ordinance Amendments noted above for SROs and Low-Barrier Navigation Centers, amendments to DMC Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance) were included to add the two use types to the list of uses requiring ministerial review and approval of a Zoning Clearance. However, when preparing the amendments to DMC Chapter 8.116, Staff added SROs and Low-Barrier Navigations Centers to DMC Section 8.116.020 (Applications Requiring a Zoning Clearance) but neglected to add the two use types to DMC Section 8.116.030 (Application), Section 8.116.040 (Approval) and Section 8.116.050 (Expiration of Zoning Clearance).

Amendments are proposed in DMC Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land) and DMC Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance) to correct these omissions.

Attachment 1 is draft Ordinance approving the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments. A redlined version of the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments is included as Attachment 2, where underlined text is proposed to be added and text with a strikethrough is proposed to be deleted.

322

Page 6 of 6 ends

Consistency with the General Plan, Specific Plans, and Zoning Ordinance The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments are consistent with the Dublin General Plan in that the amendments are necessary to implement programs identified in the Housing Element.

Specifically, the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments would implement Housing Element Programs B.15 (Replacement Housing) and D.1 (Remove Development Constraints). In addition, the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments would correct previous errors and omissions.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with State Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared. The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments are exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the amendments will have a significant effect on the environment and are not subject to CEQA review.

PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW:

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on February 24, 2026, to consider the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments and unanimously recommended approval to the City Council. Planning Commission Resolution No. 26-02 is included as Attachment 4.

STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:

Strategy 3: Housing Inclusivity and Affordability.

Objective A: Implement the goals, policies, and programs in the 2023-2031 Housing Element.

NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:

In accordance with State law, a public notice was published in the East Bay Times and posted at several locations throughout the City. Additionally, the City Council Agenda was posted.

ATTACHMENTS:

1) Ordinance Approving Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions), Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land), Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations), and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance), and the addition of Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements)
2) Redlined Zoning Ordinance Amendments
3) Multi-Family Residential Parking Requirement Study, W-Trans, October 22, 2025 4) Planning Commission Resolution No. 26-02 (without attachments) 323
Attachment 1

Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 1 of 5 ORDINANCE NO. XX - 26

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN

APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8.08 (DEFINITIONS), CHAPTER 8.12 (ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND), CHAPTER 8.76 (OFF- STREET PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS), AND CHAPTER 8.116 (ZONING CLEARANCE), AND THE ADDITION OF CHAPTER 8.51 (REPLACEMENT HOUSING

REQUIREMENTS)
(PLPA-004326-2026)

The Dublin City Council does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. RECITALS

A. The City occasionally initiates amendments to the Dublin Municipal Code to clarify, add, or amend certain provisions to ensure that it remains current with federal and state law, internally consistent, simple to understand and implement, and relevant to changes occurring in the community.

B. Staff has initiated amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions), Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land), Chapter 8.76 (Off -Street Parking and Loading Regulations) and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance). The proposed amendments also include a new chapter, Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements). The proposed amendments (the “Project”) would implement certain programs contained in the General Plan Housing Element and provide minor clean up.

C. The Project would implement General Plan Housing Element Program B. 15 (Replacement Housing) and Program D.1 (Remove Development Constraints).

D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on February 24, 2026, during which all interested persons were heard, and adopted Resolution No. 26-02 recommending that the City Council approve the Project.

E. A Staff Report was submitted to the Dublin City Council recommending approval of the Project.

F. The City Council held a public hearing on March 24, 2026, at which time all interested persons had an opportunity to be heard.

G. Proper notice of said hearing was given in all respects as required by law.

H. The City Council did hear and consider all said reports, recommendations, and testimony set forth above and used its independent judgement to evaluate the Project.

324

Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 2 of 5 SECTION 2. FINDINGS

A. Pursuant to Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.120.050 .B., the City Council hereby finds that the Project is consistent with the Dublin General Plan in that the amendments are necessary to comply with state law and implement programs identified in the Housing Element. Specifically, the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments would implement Housing Element Program B.15 (Replacement Housing) and Program D.1 (Remove Development Constraints). In addition, the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments would correct previous errors and omissions.

B. The California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), together with the State Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared. The City Council finds that the Project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) as the Project would not result in any physical changes and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Project would have a significant effect on the environment and is not subject to CEQA review.

SECTION 3. AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 8.08

Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.08.020 is amended as follows:

Senior Housing. The term Senior Housing shall mean a multifamily building of three or more residential units where all units are restricted to occupants aged 62 and above.

SECTION 4. AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 8.12

Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.12.050 is amended as follows:

8.12.050 Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Land Uses.

RESIDENTIAL USE
TYPE A R-1 R-2 R-M C-O C-N C-1 C-2 M-P M-1 M-2
Low-Barrier
Navigation Center7
- - - - - - - - - - -
Single Room
Occupancy Units
- - - - - - - ZC - - -
7Permitted with a Zoning Clearance in the Downtown Dublin Zoning Districts, and in the Planned Development (PD) Zoning District, if the approved PD allows mixed-use or is a commercial PD permitting multifamily uses.

SECTION 5. ADDITION OF CHAPTER 8.51

Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.51 is added to read as follows:

325

Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 3 of 5

Chapter 8.51

HOUSING REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

8.51.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter is to prevent the loss of housing units and displacement of lower income households. State law does not allow local agencies to approve new housing developments that include demolition of existing housing units unless the propos ed development complies with the applicable replacement housing requirements. Housing demolition and housing development projects must comply with the requirements of state law governing replacement housing units, including but not limited to Government Code Sections 66300.5 et seq., 65583.2 and 65915(c)(3), as may be amended.

8.51.020 Requirements for Replacement Housing.

A. Unless replacement housing is proposed, a housing development project that includes the demolition of existing housing units shall not be approved on any property that:

1. Includes rental housing units or, if the housing units have been vacated or demolished in the five (5) year period preceding the development application, have been subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to low- or very low-income households;

2. Is subject to any other form of rent or price control through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power; or

3. Is occupied by low- or very low-income households.

B. A housing development project that includes demolition of existing housing units on any property described above shall replace those units in compliance with the provisions of Government Code Section 65915(c)(3).

SECTION 6. AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 8.76

Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.76.080.B is amended as follows:

RESIDENTIAL USE TYPES NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED Multifamily
Apartments/Condominiums

Studio/1 Bedroom 1 space per dwelling
2+ Bedrooms 2 spaces per dwelling
Senior Housing 0.75 spaces per dwelling
Affordable Housing
Studio/1 Bedroom 0.5 spaces per dwelling
2+ Bedrooms 1.5 spaces per dwelling

SECTION 7. AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 8.116

326

Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 4 of 5 Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.116.030 is amended as follows:

8.116.030 Application.

L. Single Room Occupancy Units. If the Zoning Clearance is for Single Room Occupancy Units, the Applicant shall submit a “Zoning Clearance for Single Room Occupancy Units” application form provided by the Community Development Department with such information requested on said form.

M. Low-Barrier Navigation Centers. If the Zoning Clearance is for a Low -Barrier Navigation Center, the Applicant shall submit a “Zoning Clearance for Low -Barrier Navigation Centers” application form provided by the Community Development Department with such information requested on said form.

N. Outdoor Live Entertainment. If the Zoning Clearance is for Outdoor Live Entertainment, the Applicant shall submit a “Zoning Clearance for Outdoor Live Entertainment” form along with s uch information requested on said form.

Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.116.040 is amended as follows:

8.116.040 Approval.

L. Single Room Occupancy Units. All Single Room Occupancy Units shall be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 8.46 (Single Room Oc cupancy Units). The Zoning Clearance approval for Single Room Occupancy Units shall be a completed “Zoning Clearance for Single Room Occupancy Units” application form and any pertinent attachments as required on the form with the date and signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

M. Low -Barrier Navigation Centers. All Low -Barrier Navigation Centers shall be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 8.49 (Low-Barrier Navigation Centers). The Zoning Clearance approval for Low-Barrier Navigation Centers shall be a completed “Zoning Clearance for Low -Barrier Navigation Centers” application form and any pertinent attachments as required on the form with the date and signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

N. Outdoor Live Entertainment. All requests for Outdoor Live Entertainment shall be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 8.41 (Outdoor Live Entertainment). The zoning clearance approval for Outdoor Live Entertainment shall be a completed “Zoning Clearance fo r Outdoor Live Entertainment” application form and any pertinent attachments as required on the form with the date and signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

Dublin Municipal Code Section 8.116.050 is amended as follows:

8.116.050 Expiration of Zoning Clearance.

L. Single Room Occupancy Units. A Zoning Clearance issued in conjunction with Single Room Occupancy Units shall expire when the use is no longer operational.

M. Low -Barrier Navigation Centers. A Zoning Clearance iss ued in conjunction with Low -Barrier Navigation Centers shall expire when the use is no longer operational.

327

Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 5 of 5 N. Outdoor Live Entertainment. A Zoning Clearance issued for Outdoor Live Entertainment shall expire when the use is no longer operational.

SECTION 8. POSTING OF ORDINANCE

The City Clerk of the City of Dublin shall cause this Ordinance to be posted in at least three public spaces in the City of Dublin in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of the State of California.

SECTION 9. EFFECTIVE DATE

This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days following its adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this ____ day of ______ 2026, by the following votes:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:

___________________________
City Clerk

328
Attachment 2

Chapter 8.08
Definitions

8.08.020 Definitions (A-Z)
Senior Housing Citizen Apartment. The term Senior Housing Citizen Apartment shall mean a multifamily building of three or more residential units that is under single ownership where all units are restricted to occupants aged 62 and above.

Chapter 8.12
Zoning Districts and Permitted Land Uses

8.12.050 Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Land Uses RESIDENTIAL USE TYPE A R-1 R-2 R-M C-O C-N C-1 C-2 M-P M-1 M-2 Low-Barrier Navigation
Center7
- - - - - - - - - - -
Single Room Occupancy
Units
- - - - - - - PZC - - -
7Permitted with a Zoning Clearance in the Downtown Dublin Zoning Districts, and in the Planned Development (PD) Zoning District, if the approved PD allows mixed-use or is a commercial PD permitting multifamily uses.

Chapter 8.51

REPLACEMENT HOUSING REQUIREMENTS

8.51.010 Purpose.

Housing demolition and housing development projects must comply with the requirements of state law governing replacement housing units, including but not limited to Government Code Sections 66300.5 et seq., 65583.2 and 65915(c)(3), as may be amended.

8.51.020 Requirements for Replacement Housing.

A. Unless replacement housing is proposed, a housing development project that includes the demolition of existing housing units shall not be approved on any property that:
329

2 1. Includes rental housing units or, if the housing units have been vacated or demolished in the five (5) year period preceding the development application, have been subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to low- or very low-income households;

2. Is subject to any other form of rent or price control through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power; or

3. Is occupied by low- or very low-income households.

Chapter 8.76
Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations

8.76.080 Parking Requirements by Use Type.

B. Residential Use Types. Residential Use Types shall provide off-street parking spaces as follows:

RESIDENTIAL USE TYPES NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED Multifamily
Apartments/Condominiums

0.75 spaces 1 covered or garaged per dwelling plus one
guest parking space for every three dwelling units.

Affordable Housing
330

3 RESIDENTIAL USE TYPES NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED Studio/1 Bedroom 0.5 spaces per dwelling
2+ Bedrooms 1.5 spaces per dwelling

Chapter 8.116
Zoning Clearance

8.116.030 Application.

M. Low-Barrier Navigation Centers. If the Zoning Clearance is for a Low-Barrier Navigation Center, the Applicant shall submit a “Zoning Clearance for Low-Barrier Navigation Centers” application form provided by the Community Development Department with such information requested on said form.

N.L. Outdoor Live Entertainment. If the Zoning Clearance is for Outdoor Live Entertainment, the Applicant shall submit a “Zoning Clearance for Outdoor Live Entertainment” form along with such information requested on said form.

8.116.040 Approval.

L. Single Room Occupancy Units. All Single Room Occupancy Units shall be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 8.46 (Single Room Occupancy Units). The Zoning Clearance approval for Single Room Occupancy Units shall be a completed “Zoning Clearance for Single Room Occupancy Units” application form and any pertinent attachments as required on the form with the date and signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

M. Low-Barrier Navigation Centers. All Low-Barrier Navigation Centers shall be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 8.49 (Low-Barrier Navigation Centers). The Zoning Clearance approval for Low-Barrier Navigation Centers shall be a completed “Zoning Clearance for Low-Barrier Navigation Centers” application form and any pertinent attachments as required on the form with the date and signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

331

4 N.L. Outdoor Live Entertainment. All requests for Outdoor Live Entertainment shall be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 8.41 (Outdoor Live Entertainment). The zoning clearance approval for Outdoor Live Entertainment shall be a completed “Zoning Clearance for Outdoor Live Entertainment” application form and any pertinent attachments as required on the form with the date and signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

8.116.050 Expiration of Zoning Clearance.

L. Single Room Occupancy Units. A Zoning Clearance issued in conjunction with Single Room Occupancy Units shall expire when the use is no longer operational.

M. Low-Barrier Navigation Centers. A Zoning Clearance issued in conjunction with Low-Barrier Navigation Centers shall expire when the use is no longer operational.

N.L. Outdoor Live Entertainment. A Zoning Clearance issued for Outdoor Live Entertainment shall expire when the use is no longer operational.

332
Attachment 3
333
334
335
Reso. No. 26-02, Item 6.1, Adopted 02/24/2026 Page 1 of 2 RESOLUTION NO. 26 02

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION

OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN

RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8.08 (DEFINITIONS), CHAPTER 8.12 (ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND), CHAPTER 8.76 (OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS) AND CHAPTER

8.116 (ZONING CLEARANCE), AND THE ADDITION OF CHAPTER 8.51 (REPLACEMENT HOUSING

REQUIREMENTS)
(PLPA-004326-2026)
WHEREAS, the City occasionally initiates amendments to the Dublin Municipal Code to clarify, add, or amend certain provisions to ensure that it remains current with federal and state law, internally consistent, simple to understand and implement, and relevant to changes occurring in the community; and
WHEREAS, Staff has initiated amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions), Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land), Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations) and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance). The proposed amendments also include a new chapter, Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements). The proposed amendments ( would implement certain programs contained in the General Plan Housing Element and provide minor clean up; and WHEREAS, the Project would implement General Plan Housing Element Program B.15 (Replacement Housing) and Program D.1 (Remove Development Constraints); and WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act ( CEQA ), together with the State Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council find the Project exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) as the Project would not result in any physical changes and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Project would have a significant effect on the environment and is not subject to CEQA review; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on February 24, 2026, during which all interested persons were heard; and WHEREAS, proper notice of said hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report dated February 24, 2026, was submitted to the Dublin Planning Commission recommending approval of the proposed amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions), Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land), Chapter 8.76 Attachment 4
336
Reso. No. 26-02, Item 6.1, Adopted 02/24/2026 Page 2 of 2 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations) and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance), and the addition of a new chapter, Chapter 8.51 (Housing Replacement Requirements); and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said reports, recommendations and testimony herein above set forth and used its independent judgment to evaluate the recommendations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and made a part of this Resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission does hereby recommend that the City Council adopt the Ordinance attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of February 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: Han, Prasath, Simuro, Rashid
NOES:

ABSENT: Badami
ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Planning Commission Chair
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Planning Manager
337
Introduction of an Ordinance
Amending the Zoning Ordinance for
Housing Element Implementation
March 24, 2026
338
Housing Element Background
• One of seven mandatory elements of General Plan
• Updated every eight years to demonstrate how existing and projected housing needs would be met
• November 15, 2022 - City Council approved the draft Housing Element
• January 19, 2024 – CA Department of Housing and Community Development certified Housing Element
• Includes numerous programs that must be implemented by City 339
Proposed Project
• City-initiated amendments to Zoning Ordinance
• Implement the following Housing Element Programs:
 B.15: Replacement Housing Requirements
 D.1: Remove Development Constraints
• Minor clean up items
340
Housing Element Programs
• Program B.15: Replacement Housing Requirements
 Ensures that housing lost to new development is replaced • Program D.1: Remove Development Constraints
 Zoning Ordinance review for constraints to development of affordable housing
 Remove distinctions between for-sale and for-rent residential parking requirements
 Remove guest parking requirements
341
Proposed Amendments
• DMC Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements)
 Add New Chapter 8.51
 Demolition and new housing development projects must comply with requirements of state law governing replacement housing 342
Proposed Amendments, 2
• DMC Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading
Regulations)
 Combine for-sale and for-rent housing under new multi-family residential use category
 Remove guest parking requirements
 Add parking requirements for affordable housing
 Modify minimum parking requirements for multi-family housing • DMC Chapter 8.08 (Definitions)
 Change Senior Citizen Apartments to Senior Housing
343
344
Clean Up Items
• February 2025 - City Council adopted amendments to Zoning Ordinance for Single Room Occupancy Units (SROs)
 Allowed in C-2 zoning district with a Zoning Clearance  Staff inadvertently used P (Permitted) instead of ZC (Zoning Clearance) in land use table
• July 2025 - City Council adopted amendments to Zoning Ordinance for Low-Barrier Navigation Centers
 Allowed in Downtown and PD zoning districts with a Zoning Clearance  Staff inadvertently neglected to include ZC notation in land use table 345
Clean Up Items, 2
• SROs and Low-Barrier Navigation Centers amendments
• Included
• Section 8.116.020 (Applications Requiring a Zoning Clearance) • Not Included
• Section 8.116.030 (Application)
• Section 8.116.040 (Approval)
• Section 8.116.050 (Expiration of Zoning Clearance)
346
Clean Up Items - Proposed Amendments
• DMC Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land)
 Correct land use table to include ZC notation for SROs and Low- Barrier Navigation Centers
• DMC Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance)
 Add SROs and Low-Barrier Navigation Centers to DMC Section

8.116.030 (Application), Section 8.116.040 (Approval) and Section 8.116.050 (Expiration of Zoning Clearance)
347
Planning Commission
• February 24, 2026 Public Hearing
• Resolution No. 26-02
• Unanimous recommendation of approval to City Council
348
Recommendation
• Conduct a public hearing, deliberate, waive the reading and introduce an Ordinance Approving Amendments to Dublin
Municipal Code Chapter 8.08 (Definitions), Chapter 8.12 (Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land), Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations) and Chapter 8.116 (Zoning Clearance), and the addition of Chapter 8.51 (Replacement Housing Requirements)
• Direct Staff to add clarifying language that parking requirement for senior housing include both market rate and affordable units 349
Agenda Item 7.1

STAFF REPORT

CITY COUNCIL

Page 1 of 4 ends

DATE: March 24, 2026

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers

FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager

SUBJECT:

Site Lease Agreement Between the City of Dublin and Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC
Prepared by: Jordan Foss, Senior Management Analyst

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

On April 1, 2025, the City Council provided direction to Staff for the construction of a monopine (faux tree) wireless telecommunication facility at Fallon Sports Park to facilitate improved wireless connectivity through eastern Dublin. Staff reviewed submissions and selected Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC based on the design, proposal, and experience developing and managing wireless telecommunication facilities. The proposed Site Lease Agreement with Wireless Edge, Inc. would allow construction and operation of a facility supporting up to four carriers under a 50-year lease term, generating ongoing revenue for the City while improving wireless coverage and reliability for residents, businesses, and emergency responders.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt the Resolution Approving a Site Lease Agreement Between the City of Dublin and Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC for the Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of a Wireless Telecommunication Facility at Fallon Sports Park.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

The proposed Site Lease Agreement is revenue-generating with no cost to the City. Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC will compensate the City through monthly lease payments as specified in the agreement, with escalators over the 50-year term. Wireless Edge will also provide a one- time community benefit payment of $100,000 at the time construction begins. All costs associated with construction, operation, and maintenance of the telecommunication facility will be the responsibility of the lessee.

350

Page 2 of 4 ends

DESCRIPTION:

Background
Eastern Dublin has experienced persistent gaps in wireless service coverage due to increased demand for data usage and limited existing infrastructure. In response to resident concerns and City Council direction, Staff explored opportunities to facilitate improved wireless connectivity through partnerships with private telecommunication infrastructure providers on City-owned property.

On April 1, 2025, the City Council received a report outlining the history of wireless services in Dublin, results of the November 2024 wireless coverage and service community survey, and potential locations and designs for a future facility based on proposals received from wireless carriers through a call for proposals (Attachment 5). Following evaluation of potential sites, Fallon Sports Park was identified as a suitable location due to its ability to accommodate a facility that blends into the natural surroundings while improving coverage in the surrounding area.

Vendor Selection and Agreement Overview
Staff requested revised proposals from each contractor who submitted a design in the original call for proposals. After reviewing the updated proposals, Wireless Edge was selected based on its design, experience developing and managing wireless telecommunication facilities, and its proposal to enter into a long-term Site Lease Agreement with the City. Under the proposed agreement, Wireless Edge will lease the designated 60-foot by 45-foot plot behind Fallon Sports Park Field C, approximately 50 feet from Fire Station #18 to the west, for the installation of a monopine (faux tree) wireless telecommunication facility designed to support up to four carriers (Attachment 4). The monopine height is proposed at 95 feet to the top of the branches.

This height is required to accommodate space for four carriers, ensure adequate spacing between equipment, and maximize signal range given the topography of the surrounding area.

Key terms of the Site Lease Agreement include:

 A lease term of 50 years, inclusive of initial and extension periods.  A revenue-sharing structure that provides ongoing lease revenue to the City.  Assignment of responsibility to Wireless Edge for all costs associated with construction, operation, maintenance, insurance, and eventual removal of the facility.  Continued City ownership and control of the underlying park property.  Compliance with all City design standards for Fallon Sports Park.  Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The agreement aligns with industry standards for municipal wireless site leases and is consistent with the City’s goal of leveraging public assets to improve services while generating revenue. The City has engaged in a similar agreement in the past for the installation and operation of a smaller wireless telecommunication facility at the Shannon Community Center that houses a single carrier. The site agreement for that facility was executed in November 2001 and has a 40-year term. The City also receives monthly rent payments as part of the agreement, similar to the proposed site lease agreement with Wireless Edge. 351

Page 3 of 4 ends

Site Considerations
The proposed facility will be located within Fallon Sports Park in a manner intended to minimize impacts to park users and surrounding neighborhoods. Final design and construction will be subject to all City permits and applications such as a Site Development Review and Building Permits. The wireless facility will not interfere with existing recreational uses of the park.

Community Benefit
The construction of the wireless facility will enhance wireless coverage and data reliability in the eastern Dublin area, supporting residents, businesses, and emergency responders.

Improved communication infrastructure will also strengthen public safety, ensuring residents and visitors have more reliable 911 service and connectivity during emergencies. The facility also supports Dublin’s long-term goal of expanding access to advanced communication technologies and preparing for future innovations. The City will also receive a one-time Community Benefit Payment of $100,000 upon the issuance of all required federal, state, and local permits.

Next Steps
If the City Council approves the proposed Site Lease Agreement, Staff will work with Wireless Edge on the next phase of the project, which includes completing environmental and regulatory review, preparing detailed engineering plans, and obtaining all required federal, state, and local permits. Key steps include Federal Aviation Administration review, environmental and historic resource clearances, preparation of site and construction plans, City Planning Division approval, geotechnical analysis, and issuance of building permits.

Following building permit issuance, Wireless Edge will fabricate the tower, complete site preparation and foundation work, and install the wireless infrastructure. Based on the preliminary project schedule, these steps are anticipated to take approximately 10 to 12 months from execution of the lease agreement to completion of construction and installation of the facility. Attachment 3 shows the preliminary project schedule and is meant to be used as an estimate only. A final project schedule will be submitted to Staff once the project commences.

STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:

Strategy 4: Inclusive and Effective Government
Objective D: Conduct ongoing outreach and garner feedback on services and programs to meet the community’s needs.

NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:

The City Council Agenda was posted.

352

Page 4 of 4 ends

ATTACHMENTS:

1) Resolution Approving a Site Lease Agreement Between the City of Dublin and Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC for the Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of a Wireless Telecommunication Facility at Fallon Sports Park
2) Exhibit A to the Resolution – Site Lease Agreement with Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC 3) Draft Preliminary Project Schedule
4) Aerial Map and Photo Simulations of Proposed Monopine Wireless Telecommunication Facility at Fallon Sports Park
5) April 1, 2025 Staff Report (without attachments)
353
Attachment 1
Reso. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted 03/24/2026 Page 1 of 2 RESOLUTION NO. XX – 26

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN

APPROVING A SITE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DUBLIN AND WIRELESS

EDGE TOWERS III, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF A

WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITY AT FALLON SPORTS PARK

WHEREAS, eastern Dublin has experienced persistent gaps in wireless service coverage due to increased demand for data usage and limited existing infrastructure; and

WHEREAS, on April 1, 2025, the City Council received a report regarding wireless service coverage in eastern Dublin, including historical context, vendor proposals, results of a community survey on wireless coverage, and potential facility locations and designs; and

WHEREAS, following evaluation of potential sites, Fallon Sports Park was identified as a suitable location for a wireless telecommunication facility due to its size, existing public ownership, and ability to accommodate a facility designed to minimize visual and operational impacts while improving service coverage; and

WHEREAS, the City Council provided direction for the construction of a monopine (faux tree) wireless facility design intended to blend with the surrounding natural environment; and

WHEREAS, after review of revised vendor proposals, Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC was selected based on its proposed design, experience developing and managing wireless telecommunication facilities, and its proposal to enter into a Site Lease Agreement with the City; and

WHEREAS, the proposed Site Lease Agreement provides for the lease of a designated 60-foot by 45 -foot area within Fallon Sports Park for the construction, operation, and maintenance of a monopine (faux tree) wireless telecommunication facility designed to support up to four carriers; and

WHEREAS, the Site Lease Agreement includes a total term of 50 years, provides monthly lease payments with periodic escalators, includes a one-time community benefit payment of $100,000 upon commencement of construction, and requires Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC to be responsible for all costs associated with design, construction, operation, maintenance, insurance, and removal of the facility; and

WHEREAS, the proposed wireless facility will enhance wireless coverage and data reliability in eastern Dublin, benefiting residents, businesses, and emergency responders and improving connectivity during emergencies.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby approve the Site Lease Agreement between the City of Dublin and Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC , in substantially the form attached as Exhibit A.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is authorized to execute the Agreement make any necessary, non-substantive changes to carry out the intent of this Resolution.

354
Reso. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 2 of 2

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this 24th day of March, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:

_________________________________
City Clerk

355
24th
Attachment 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution
356
357
358
359
360
361
362
363
364
365
366
367
368
369
370
Colleen Tribby
City Manager
371
372
373
374
375
376
377
378

Fallon Sports Park - Cell
Tower Preliminary Project
Schedule
Item Description Weeks from
Prerequisite
Prerequisite
Item
Project
Week
A Ground Lease Executed
B Carrier Sublease Executed A, 1A, 4A TBD
1 Engineering Site Visit N/A Completed
1A Title 4 0 4
2 Land Survey and 1-A FAA certification 4 1 4
3 FAA 7460-1 approval 8 2 12
4A Phase 1 ESA 4 1 4
4B Phase 1-A Archaeological Study 3 1 4
6 Site Plans 3 1, 2 7
7 NEPA/SHPO Approval 24 4B, 6 28
8 Planning Approval 24 6 36
9 Geotechnical testing and report 3 8 39
10 Tower and Foundation Design 3 9 41
11 Building Permit 3 6, 10 43
12 Tower Fabrication and Delivery 10 10 47
13 Site Preparation and Tower Foundation 3 7, 11 45
14 City Antenna Installation (if applicable) 1 13 48
Attachment 3
379
Attachment 4
380
381
382
383
384

STAFF REPORT

CITY COUNCIL

Page 1 of 11 ends

Agenda Item 8.2
DATE: April 1, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT: Eastern Dublin Wireless Telecommunication Facility Survey Results and Proposed Next Steps
Prepared by: Jordan Foss, Management Analyst II
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

In spring 2024, following resident complaints about poor cellular service in eastern Dublin, the City Council asked Staff to explore solutions to improve connectivity. In response, Staff solicited proposals from vendors and conducted a community survey to gather feedback on current service levels and potential wireless telecommunication facilities (cell towers). The City Council will receive a report on survey responses and consider a proposed monopine (faux tree) facility at Fallon Sports Park.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the report and provide direction on a monopine (faux tree) wireless telecommunication facility to be located at Fallon Sports Park.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

Under the terms of the proposals received, the City would not bear any financial responsibility for the construction or operation of the facility. Upon approval of the concept plan provided in this Staff Report, the City would enter into either a Site Lease Agreement or a Revenue Sharing Agreement with the selected contractor. These agreements would generate revenue for the City, with the final amount subject to negotiation.

DESCRIPTION:

Background
The gap in wireless telecommunications coverage has long been a concern for residents of eastern Dublin, despite the existence of various wireless carriers in that area. Currently, Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) has three leases with carriers for structures Attachment 5
385

Page 2 of 11 ends

adjacent to the water tower off Fallon Road in the northeastern portion of the City. At this location, AT&T, Dish, and T-Mobile have wireless telecommunication equipment installed.

Additionally, the City has permitted the installation of wireless telecommunication facilities (cell towers) on privately owned businesses, facilities, or land in Dublin. However, even with these existing facilities, significant coverage and service reliability issues remain, and the need will continue to grow as the planned, nearby development projects are completed.

The City first considered options to address this gap in 2014; however, for various reasons, there was a lack of community support to install a wireless telecommunication facility (cell tower) in the area at that time. Over the past two years, both residents and cellular carriers have become more vocal about the need to improve service in eastern Dublin. The issue came up again at the April 16, 2024 City Council meeting during a presentation on the five-year Capital Improvement Program.

Since that meeting, Staff has worked on addressing this issue, which included soliciting proposals from vendors to gauge carrier interest, identify potential site locations, and determine the type of facility that could best address service gaps in eastern Dublin. In addition, Staff completed a community survey to better understand residents’ concerns and gather input on preferences related to wireless infrastructure. This Staff Report presents the results of the work that has been done and Staff’s recommended solution.

City Actions and Findings

Vendor Proposals
In July 2024, Staff issued a Notice Accepting Proposals on the City’s website, inviting interested contractors to submit proposals for constructing a cell tower in eastern Dublin, specifically in and around Fallon Sports Park. The City received four proposals focused on two preferred locations: Dublin Fire Station #18 and Fallon Sports Park. The proposals included options for both single-carrier and multi-carrier structures, and identified various facility types, including a flagpole, stadium lights, and monopine (faux tree) for the City’s consideration.

Community Survey
In November 2024, a postcard with a link to a community survey (Attachment 1) was mailed to 9,424 residences in the defined study area (Figure 1 below). The survey closed on December 10, 2024. Additionally, the survey was announced via the City’s social media channels and was included in the Dublin Digest weekly newsletter.

386

Page 3 of 11 ends

Figure 1. Study Area

A total of 2,127 survey responses were received, with 2,108 submitted by Dublin residents (1,899 of which, or 93%, came from the defined study area). Those who indicated they were not Dublin residents were not allowed to complete the survey, so only data from Dublin residents was collected.

In summary, the survey results show that the respondents are overwhelmingly in favor of a wireless telecommunication facility (cell tower) being installed in the eastern Dublin study area. Most respondents find that coverage and service are extremely or very important to them, and there is a significant lack of service within the study area. The following section provides a summary of the data collected through the survey.

387

Page 4 of 11 ends

a. Residents’ Carriers. The chart below shows the different carriers currently utilized by the survey respondents. The percentages total over 100%, as the survey allowed for the selection of multiple carriers. Note that Xfinity cellular services utilize the Verizon cellular network.

b. Coverage Concerns. The chart below reflects that respondents highly value coverage quality and a strong majority have issues with both signal strength and call service quality.

388

Page 5 of 11 ends

c. Community Support. The survey reflects overwhelming support (92%) among respondents for the construction of a cell tower if it enhances cellular coverage and connectivity in the study area.

d. Design Preferences. Respondents were also asked to select their preferred design for a potential new cell tower and its location. A flagpole, stadium lights, and monopine (faux tree) were the top three choices. Note that the survey allowed for multiple responses to the design and location preference questions.

62.20%

54.80% 50.80%

42.30% 37.80%

F L A G P O L E S T A D I U M

L I G H T S

M O N O P I N E
( F A U X T R E E )

T R E E T O P C O N C E A L E D

M O N O P O L E

PERCENTAGE

FACILITY TYPE
389

Page 6 of 11 ends

e. Location Preferences. Respondents indicated a strong preference for a cell tower located near Fire Station #18, with open space and a City park also scoring over 50%.

Analysis

Location:

In assessing potential locations for the facility, Staff utilized the vendor proposals received and considered resident feedback from the survey. Staff also surveyed the area in person and via the City’s Geographic Information System and considered the feasibility of construction.

Staff’s findings are summarized below.

- Location 1: Near a Government Building identified as Fire Station #18 Assessment: This location is not ideal due to aesthetic concerns. Vendor proposals placed the facility directly adjacent to the Fire Station located along Fallon Road. However, there are few large trees and natural topography that help screen the facility from view. Staff’s assessment is that this location is not ideal.

- Location 2: Open Space
Assessment: The open space land owned by Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) north of Dublin Ranch Golf Course along Fallon Road is not a suitable location for the facility due to three main concerns:
• Its proximity to the southern region of the study area would limit coverage and service levels.
• The required height of any structure to meet service needs would exceed that of other proposed locations.
• A facility here would not require a Site Lease Agreement with the City, resulting in no revenue for the City.
390

Page 7 of 11 ends

- Location 3: City Park
Assessment: The identified location is the strongest option for the following reasons:
• It allows the facility to blend into the natural surroundings. • It is sufficiently removed from street frontage.

Most importantly, it is centrally located, offering the best coverage and service.

Based on the analysis, Staff believes that the preferred location for a wireless telecommunication facility in eastern Dublin is the northern part of Fallon Sports Park, near Field C (Figure 2).

Figure 2. Proposed Location

Facility Type:

In addition to evaluating potential locations, Staff reviewed and analyzed the design options presented in the proposals, including a flagpole, stadium lights, monopine (faux tree), monopole, and tree top. Staff focused on aesthetics, height concerns, site impact, and the 391

Page 8 of 11 ends

number of facilities required to achieve adequate service levels. Images of the facility types are provided in Figure 3, and a detailed analysis of each proposed wireless design is provided in Attachment 2.

Figure 3. Facility Types

After careful review and consideration of the proposed designs and locations, Staff recommends the monopine (faux tree) as the preferred option for the wireless facility, based on its aesthetic compatibility, functional capacity, and minimal visual impact. The monopine blends more naturally into the surrounding landscape and can support three to four carriers on a single structure, reducing the need for multiple towers. The proposed location – near Field C at the northern edge of Fallon Sports Park – would be partially screened by trees from view from Fallon Road and out of view from Gleason Road, limiting visibility for both pedestrians and drivers. While the facility would be visible from the nearby ball fields, the carrier equipment would be concealed within the tree’s canopy, preserving visual harmony within the park. The structure would also be set back from adjacent residential neighborhoods, further minimizing its impact. Figures 4 and 5 below show two different perspectives of the proposed monopine – one from Fallon Road, traveling north, and the other from within Fallon Sports Park.

392

Page 9 of 11 ends

Figure 4. Proposed Monopine
(view travelling north on Fallon Road past Fire Station 18)

393

Page 10 of 11 ends

Figure 5. Proposed Monopine
(view from within Fallon Sports Park – Field C)

Community Benefits:

Beyond addressing infrastructure needs, the proposed wireless telecommunication facility will deliver meaningful benefits to eastern Dublin. As the area continues to grow, reliable wireless service has become increasingly important for residents, businesses, and visitors.

The new facility will improve service by addressing existing coverage limitations, reducing dropped calls, and increasing data speeds.

An additional community benefit would be the generation of revenue through a lease or revenue sharing agreement with the selected contractor. The City has seen similar benefits in the past. For example, in 2001, the City entered into a site lease agreement with Sprint (now STC Five LLC) for the construction and operation of a wireless telecommunication facility at Shannon Park. Beginning July 2002, the City began receiving monthly lease payments, which included annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustments. In 2020, the City executed a third amendment to the agreement, increasing the monthly rent to $2,653 and securing a one-time community benefit payment of $10,000.

394

Page 11 of 11 ends

Next Steps
Depending on City Council’s direction, Staff is prepared to move forward with the selection of a contractor from the submitted proposals and begin negotiations on a site lease or revenue sharing agreement, which will also include a community benefit payment. The finalized agreement will be brought to a future City Council meeting for approval.

STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:

None.

NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:

The City Council agenda was posted.

ATTACHMENTS:

1) Community Survey Example
2) Wireless Design Facility Matrix

395
Site Lease Agreement
Between the City of
Dublin and Wireless
Edge Towers III, LLC
March 24, 2026
396
Background
• Eastern Dublin has experienced persistent gaps in wireless service • Apil 1, 2025 – City Council Report:
• History
• November 2024 community survey
• Review of potential locations and designs
• Site selection – Fallon Sports Park
• Design – Monopine (faux tree)
397
Vendor Selection
• Staff requested updated proposals from original proposing contractors.
• Proposals were for monopine structures located at Fallon Sports Park. • Staff reviewed updated proposals and selected Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC based on:
• Design
• Experience
• Proposal for Site Lease Agreement
398
Proposed Location
Location
• Fallon Sports Park
• 60ft x 45ft plot
• Approximately 50ft from Fire
Station #18 to the west
399
Proposed Facility
Design
• Plot includes:
• Monopine facility
• 3 carrier equipment areas
• Municipal equipment shed
• Staging area
• Plot is fenced off; includes proposed
landscaping
400
Proposed Facility, 2
Design
• Monopine (faux tree) structure
• 95ft to the top of the branches
• 4 carriers
• 1 municipal mount
401
Proposed Facility, 3
Traveling Southeast on Fallon Road
402
Proposed Facility, 4
Traveling Northwest on Fallon Road
403
Proposed Facility, 5
Looking Southeast on Gleason Drive
404
Proposed Facility, 6
North Parking Lot – Field C
405
Agreement Overview
Key Terms include:
• 50-year term: includes initial and extension periods
• Revenue sharing structure – ongoing lease revenue
• Wireless Edge responsible for all costs related to construction, operation, maintenance, insurance, and eventual removal • City ownership/control of underlying park property
• Compliance with all City design standards
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations 406
Considerations
Site Considerations
• Minimize impact to surrounding
neighborhoods
• Minimize impacts to park users
• Design and construction subject
to all permitting and application
processes
• Will not interfere with park uses
Community Benefit
• Enhance wireless coverage and
reliability
• Improved public safety
• Expands access to advanced
communication technologies
• One-time Community Benefit
Payment - $100,000
407
Financial Impact
• Revenue generating – no cost to the City
• Monthly lease payments specified in the agreement
• Revenue sharing: co-location rent
• Minimum annual co-location rent: $40,000
• One-time Community Benefit Payment: $100,000
• Sublease ($5,000 each) and renewal term ($10,000 each) bonuses 408
Next Steps
If approved, Wireless Edge will work with Staff on the next phase of the project, including:
• Environmental and regulatory review
• Preparation of detailed engineering plans, and site and construction plans, and geotechnical analysis
• Obtaining required federal, state, and local permits
• Federal Aviation Administration review
• Environmental and historic resource clearances
• City Planning approval
• Issuing of building permits
409
Next Steps, 2
Following building permit issuance, Wireless Edge will:
• Fabricate the tower
• Complete site preparation and foundation work
• Install wireless infrastructure
Total timeline is estimated at 10-12 months from execution of the Site Lease Agreement to completion of construction and installation of the facility.
410
Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution Approving a Site Lease Agreement Between the City of Dublin and Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC for the Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of a Wireless Telecommunication Facility at Fallon Sports Park
Questions?
411
Agenda Item 7.2
(Updated March 23, 2026)

STAFF REPORT

CITY COUNCIL

Page 1 of 4 ends

DATE: March 24, 2026

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers

FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager

SUBJECT:

Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) of the Dublin Municipal Code
Prepared by: Jordan Foss, Senior Management Analyst

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The City Council will consider introducing an Ordinance amending the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) to improve clarity, define appropriate uses of both illegal and safe and sane fireworks, create a social host liability for improper use of fireworks, and support the City’s enforcement efforts by including administrative citations as part of the penalties for violations. The changes are informed by best practices and a review of other municipalities’ fireworks ordinances.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the reading and introduce an Ordinance Approving Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks).

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None.

DESCRIPTION:

Background
The City of Dublin has allowed the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks within the City since 1982. The sale of safe and sane fireworks is currently regulated by DMC Chapter 5.24.

The chapter prohibits illegal fireworks, allows limited sale of safe and sane fireworks through permitted nonprofit-operated stands during the specified period of June 28 through July 5, and establishes permitting, safety requirements, and penalties for violations of the code. As currently written, the chapter does not clearly regulate the use of safe and sane fireworks or establish penalties related to improper use.
412

Page 2 of 4 ends

On January 13, 2026, the City Council received a report on Dublin’s safe and sane fireworks program. The presentation included a review of financial impact, notable historical context, and an overview of regulations in Dublin Municipal Code (DMC) Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks). At the meeting, the City Council requested amendments to the DMC that would address the use of illegal and safe and sane fireworks, social host liability, and the use of administrative citations as a penalty for any violation of the code.

Proposed Amendments
In developing the proposed amendments, Staff reviewed neighboring jurisdictions’ fireworks social host ordinances, as well as the City’s existing Social Host Ordinance (DMC Chapter

5.94), which addresses property owner liability related to underage drinking.

Based on this review, Staff recommends incorporating fireworks-related social host liability provisions into Chapter 5.24, with no amendments to Chapter 5.94 at this time. This approach is consistent with other Bay Area jurisdictions, including the cities of Newark and Livermore, which incorporate social host liability provisions within their fireworks regulations and further define permitted and prohibited uses of fireworks. These jurisdictions also authorize administrative citations for violations of their fireworks codes.

Staff will return at a future meeting with a report on the Social Host Ordinance that addresses the City Council’s broader requested updates to Chapter 5.94, including e-bikes and other potential areas of concern.

The following is an overview of all proposed amendments:

 Section 5.24.010 (Amendment to Existing Section)
o Adds the definition of “Social Host” to include any owner of private property; any person who has the right to use, possess, or occupy public or private property under a lease, permit, license, rental agreement, or contract; or any person who hosts, organizes, supervises, officiates, conducts, sponsors, or is in charge of a gathering on public or private property, and if such person is a minor, then that person’s parents or guardians.

 Section 5.24.030 (Amendment to Existing Section)
o Removes language providing an exception for the use of fireworks in motion picture, theatrical, or opera productions. As Section 5.24.040 establishes permitting requirements for public displays, this change eliminates the exemption and clarifies that such productions are subject to the same permit requirements. 413

Page 3 of 4 ends

 Section 5.24.070 (Amendment to Existing Section)
o Replaces the specific amount of the deposit with language tying the deposit amount to the City’s Master Fee Schedule.

 Section 5.24.080 (Amendment to Existing Section)
o Consolidates existing language to specify that only the permittee shall operate the stand unless receiving assistance from another organization that meets the requirements of Section 5.24.060 and the Fire Chief is notified in writing no later than June 27.
o Replaces “the parents, wives or husbands or adult children of such members” with “volunteers” of the permitted organization. This clarification is in line with current practices.

 Section 5.24.140 (New Section)
o Defines permitted uses of fireworks in Dublin, including the possession, storage, sale, and use of both illegal and safe and sane fireworks. To enhance clarity, the amendment includes permitted use of safe and sane fireworks on private property and at designated parks within the City.

 Section 5.24.150 (New Section)
o Adds social host liability provisions stating that property owners will be held liable for the use of illegal fireworks on their property. It further provides that any property owner who initiates contact with law enforcement to assist in removing any person from the property or terminating improper activity will not be held liable.

 Section 5.24.160 (Amendment to Existing Section)
o Clarifies penalties for violations, including the authorization of City code enforcement officers to utilize administrative citations for the violation of DMC Chapter 5.24. The amendment further clarifies that nothing in the chapter shall limit the City’s ability to pursue other remedies to violations under the code or state law.

The draft Ordinance is included as Attachment 1. A redline version of the proposed changes to DMC Chapter 5.24 is included as Attachment 3 where underlined text is proposed to be added and text with a strikethrough is proposed to be deleted. Minor, non-substantive changes were also made and are reflected in the redlined version.

414

Page 4 of 4 ends

Procedural Changes
Separately, Staff incorporated City Council-directed updates to the fireworks booth application process. The 2026 application now requires applicants who operated a booth in 2025 to report their revenues and expenditures from 2025 sales. This update is reflected in Attachment 4 and was available to the public earlier this month, when the application period opened.

The City Council also requested that Staff evaluate the equitable placement of nonprofit organizations at higher-traffic booth locations. Under the current process, nonprofit organizations independently secure and lease booth sites from private property owners, and the City is not involved in this process. Assigning locations would represent a significant shift from this practice and would require Staff to directly negotiate with property owners, resulting in a substantial increase in Staff time. Additionally, this regulative approach could result certain booths being placed in areas in which they are not equipped to manage the foot traffic efficiently. As a result, Staff is not recommending this option and would prefer to leave booth placement to the non-profit organizations and private property owners.

Next Steps
If the proposed amendments are adopted, Staff will incorporate the revisions into DMC Chapter 5.24, update internal procedures, and conduct outreach to notify impacted nonprofit organizations of the changes. Updated forms and website content will also be developed to inform residents and nonprofit organizations and ensure a smooth transition.

STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:

None.

NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:

The City Council Agenda was posted.

ATTACHMENTS:

1) Ordinance Approving Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) 2) Exhibit A to the Ordinance – Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks)
3) Redline Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) 4) 2026 Fireworks Booth Application (Added March 23, 2026)

415
Attachment 1
Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 1 of 2 ORDINANCE NO. XX – 26

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN

APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO DUBLIN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.24 (FIREWORKS)

WHEREAS, the City of Dublin allows for the use and sale of safe and sane fireworks within its jurisdiction in accordance with Chapter 5.24 of the Dublin Municipal Code; and

WHEREAS, the City administers its fireworks booth sales program through the Community Development Department and Alameda County Fire Department, including booth permitting, operational requirements, and safety requirements; and

WHEREAS, on January 13, 2026, the City Council requested amendments to the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 to provide clarity on uses of fireworks, provision for the use of administrative citations in the penalty process, and address the need for social host liability language ; and

WHEREAS, City staff conducted a review of Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 and surrounding agencies to determine improvements that align with the City Council directio n and create clarity and operational efficiencies.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Dublin does ordain as follows:

Section 1. Chapter 5.24 of the Dublin Municipal Code is hereby amended to revise the City’s fireworks requirements as shown in Exhibit A.

Section 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced 30 days following its final adoption.

Section 3. Posting. The City Clerk of the City of Dublin shall cause this Ordinance to be posted in at least three public places in the City of Dublin in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of the State of California.

{Signatures on the following page}

416
Ord. No. XX-26, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2026 Page 2 of 2 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY the City Council of the City of Dublin, on this th day of March, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

______________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:

_________________________________
City Clerk

417
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 2
Exhibit A

Page 1 ends

Chapter 5.24
FIREWORKS*
Sections:

5.24.010 Definitions.

5.24.020 Prohibitions.

5.24.030 Exceptions.

5.24.040 Public display —Permit required.

5.24.050 Number of permits limited.

5.24.060 Permit —Prerequisites for issuance.

5.24.070 Safe and sane fireworks—Permit procedure.

5.24.080 Operation of stand —Permittee only.

5.24.090 Fireworks stands —Requirements.

5.24.100 General requirements for permittees.

5.24.110 Temporary sales tax permit required.

5.24.120 Permit display required.

5.24.130 Seizure of fireworks.

5.24.140 Use of fireworks.

5.24.150 Social host liability.

5.24.160 Violation —Penalty.

5.24.170 Supplement to state statutes.
* Prior ordinance history: Alameda County Ord. 76 -34.

5.24.010 Definitions.

For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:

The words and phrases “fireworks” and “safe and sane fireworks” shall have the respective meanings ascribed to them in Sections 12500 et seq. of the Health and Safety Code of the state of California. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 1, 1982). “Social host” means a person who is either:

1. Any owner of private property as listed on the most recent assessment roll;

2. Any person who has the right to use, possess, or occupy public or private property under a lease, permit, license, rental agreement, or contract; or

3. Any person who hosts, organizes, supervises, officiates, conducts, sponsors, or is otherwise in charge of a gathering on public or private property and, if such person is a minor, then that person’s parents or legal guardians.

5.24.020 Prohibitions.

A. The manufacture of fireworks is prohibited within the jurisdiction.

B. No person shall possess, sell, deliver, deal in, use, explode or fire, or cause to be used, exploded or fired, any form of fireworks designated as “dangerous fireworks” by Section 12505 of the Health and Safety Code of the state of California.

C. The possession, sale, delivery, dealing in, use, exploding or firing o f any form of fireworks designated as “safe and sane fireworks” by Section 12529 of the Health and Safety Code of the state of California is expressly permitted, except as limited by this chapter. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 2, 1982)
418
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 2
Exhibit A

Page 2 ends

5.24.030 Exceptions.

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting the use of torpedoes, flares, or fuses by transportation agencies for signal purposes of illumination; or the sale or use of blank cartridges for ceremonial purposes, athletic, or sports events or military ceremonials or demonstrations; or the sale, discharge or display of fireworks by permittees having a permit as hereinafter provided; or the transportation of fireworks through the city in regular course, and in original packages or containers from any point outside the city to any other point outside the city. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part):

Ord. 10 § 3, 1982)

5.24.040 Public display—Permit required.

A. Any person desiring to hold a public display of fireworks within the city shall submit an application for permit to the office of the city’s Fire Chief at least two (2) months prior to the event. In the event a permit is granted, sale, possession, use and distribution of fireworks for such display shall be lawful for that purpose only. No permit granted hereunder shall be transferable.

B. The Fire Chief shall have power to adopt reasonable rules and regulations for granting of permits for supervised public displays of fireworks by a jurisdiction, fair association, amusement park or other organization for the use of fireworks by artisans in pursuit of their trade. Every such use or display shall be handled by a competent operator approved by the Fire Chief and shall be of such character and so located, discharged or fired as in the opinion of the Fire Chief shall not be hazardous to persons or property.

C. The permittee shall furnish a bond or certificate of insurance in an amount deemed adequate by the Fire Chief for the payment of all damages which may be caused to a person or per sons or to any property by reason of the permitted display and arising from any acts of the permittee, his agents, employees or subcontractors. By accepting a permit, permittee agrees to indemnify and hold the city harmless from any such damages.

D. All fireworks that remain unfired after the display is concluded shall be immediately disposed of in an approved manner for the particular type of fireworks remaining. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 2-99 §§ 3A, 3B; Ord. 2-89 § 1(a); Ord. 10 § 4, 1982)

5.24.050 Number of permits limited.

The maximum number of permits to sell safe and sane fireworks which may be issued pursuant to this chapter during any one calendar year shall not exceed one (1) permit per each three thousand (3,000) residents of the city of Dublin. The number of residents shall be based on population estimate data available from the California Department of Finance at the time of the random drawing. The most recent estimate of total city population will be adjusted by subtracting the most recent estimate of the group quarters population to equal the estimated household population. If the number of applications received up to and including the last day for making applications pursuant to this chapter exceeds the number of permits to be issued for the city, the Fire Chief shall immediately thereafter supervise an impartial drawing to determine an order of priority for each application. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 5-96 § 1 (part); Ord. 10 § 5, 1982)

5.24.060 Permit—Prerequisites for issuance.

A. No permit to sell safe and sane fireworks shall be issued to any person except nonprofit organizations with an active 501(c)(3) status or corporations which have obtained tax exempt status from the State Franchise Tax Board under Section 23701(b), (d), (f), (g), or (l) of the Revenue and Taxation Code. Only one (1) organization per ID number shall apply. Proof shall be provided at application.

B. Each such organization must have its principal and permanent meet ing place in the city limits and must maintain a bona fide membership of at least twenty (20) Dublin resident members, and must have been organized and established within the city for a minimum of one (1) year continually preceding the filing of the application for the permit.

C. Each such organization must have an active business license within the city of Dublin at the time of application.
419
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 2
Exhibit A

Page 3 ends

D. Each such organization must serve, in whole or in part, the Dublin community and its residents and must pledge to reinvest a portion of the proceeds from its sale of fireworks for the benefit of the Dublin community and its residents. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 6, 1982)

5.24.070 Safe and sane fireworks—Permit procedure.

A. Any non profit organization desiring to sell or to offer for sale safe and sane fireworks shall first make a written application to the Fire Chief for a permit to sell fireworks at a fireworks stand.

B. Every application for a permit shall be accompanied by a f ee in an amount as fixed by the City Council by resolution to cover reasonable costs of investigation and administration. If the application is denied for any reason, one-half (1/2) of said fee shall be refunded.

C. The application shall state the name of the applicant, the address of the organization, and its principal or permanent meeting place.

D. The application shall state the date and time on which it is proposed that fireworks be sold, which in no event shall be for a period of time not within twelve p.m. (12:00 p.m.) on June 28th to twelve p.m. (12:00 p.m.) on July 5th of each year; however, no fireworks shall be sold after ten p.m. (10:00 p.m.) or before eight a.m. (8:00 a.m.) during these periods.

E. The application shall set forth the pr oposed location of the fireworks stand, including a map or plot plan of the lot or premises on which the stand is to be located depicting the stand and other structures on the premises. Any such stand must be located on private property located within comm ercially zoned districts, and must otherwise conform to zoning and other applicable laws and regulations. The written permission of the owner of record or lessees must also accompany the application.

F. Fireworks stands shall be located only in an area bearing a commercial zoning designation.

G. Each applicant shall post a deposit as outlined in the city’s current fee schedule for the purposes set forth herein. If the requirements of Section 5.24.100(E) are met by the dates and times set forth therein, the deposit shall be returned on or before July 15th. If the requirements of Section 5.24.100(E) are not met by the times and dates set forth therein, the Fire Chief shall order the cleanup and/or removal of the stand and the deposit will be forfeited in full. Each applicant shall pay the required amount for the purposes of inspection services as outlined in the city’s current fee schedule.

H. Two (2) or more nonprofit organizations meeting the requirements of Section 5.24.060 may jointly apply for a permit to sell fireworks at a fireworks stand. The application shall conform to all of the provisions of this section. (Ord. 2-18 § 1(E); Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 21-99 §§ 1, 3; Ord. 2-99 §§ 1, 3C; Ord. 4-97 § 1; Ord. 2-89 § 1 (b); Ord. 2-88 § 1; Ord. 10 § 7, 1982)

5.24.080 Operation of stand—Permittee only.

A. No person other than the permittee shall operate the stand for which the permit is issued.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, a permittee may receive assistance in operating the stand from, and share the profits of the operation of the stand with, any nonprofit organization which meets the requirements of Section 5.24.060; provided, that advance written notice is given to the Fire Chief no later than June 27th. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 4-97 § 2; Ord. 10 § 8, 1982) B. No person other than the authorized individuals who are members or volunteers of the permittee organization shall sell or otherwise participate in the sale of fireworks at such stand.

5.24.090 Fireworks stands—Requirements.

All retail sales of safe and sane fireworks shall be permitted only from within a temporary fireworks stand and sales from any other building or structure is prohibited. Temporary stands shall be subject to the following provisions:

A. No fireworks stan d shall be located within twenty-five (25) feet of any other building nor within one hundred (100) feet of a gasoline pump;
420
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 2
Exhibit A

Page 4 ends

B. Each stand in excess of twenty -four (24) feet in length must have at least two (2) exits; and each stand in excess of forty (40) feet in length must have at least three (3) exits spaced approximately equidistant apart; providing, however, that in no case shall the distance between exits exceed twenty -four (24) feet;
C. Permittee shall provide each stand with one (1) two -and-one-half (2 1/2) gallon water fire extinguisher suitable for class A fires. The extinguishers shall be serviced and tagged by a licensed State Fire Marshal’s authorized technician within the past year and be easily accessible for use in case of fire and approved as to type by the Fire Chief and conforming to the provisions of this code. (Ord. 18 -12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 9, 1982)

5.24.100 General requirements for permittees.

A. All weeds and combustible material shall be cleared from t he location of the stand including a distance of at least twenty (20) feet surrounding the stand.

B. “No smoking” signs shall be prominently displayed on the fireworks stand.

C. The sale of fireworks shall not (1) be made to any person under the age of eighteen (18), (2) begin before twelve p.m. (12:00 p.m.) on the twenty-eighth day of June of each year nor continue after twelve p.m. (12:00 p.m.) on the 5th of July each year.

D. An information brochure concerning instructions as to the use of safe and sane fireworks and the hazards attendant with their use by minors shall be furnished each purchaser by the permittee. No fireworks, or other explosives of any nature, shall be discharged upon the premises or lot upon which a fireworks stand is located.

E. For any stands permitted to sell fireworks during any period from June 28th through July 5th, all unsold stock and accompanying litter shall be removed from the location of the stand by five p.m. (5:00 p.m.) on the fifth day of July, and the fireworks stand shall be removed from the location no later than five p.m. (5:00 p.m.) on the eighth day of July. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 21-99 §§ 2, 3; Ord. 2-99 § 2; Ord. 2-89 § 1 (c); Ord. 12 § 1, 1982; Ord. 10 § 10, 1982)

5.24.110 Temporary sales tax permit required.

Organizations licensed for the selling of fireworks are required to obtain a temporary sales tax permit from the Regional Office of the State Board of Equalization. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 11, 1982)

5.24.120 Permit display required.

The permit to sell fireworks and temporary sales tax permit shall be displayed in a prominent place in the fireworks stand. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 12, 1982)

5.24.130 Seizure of fireworks.

The Fire Chief shall have the authority to seize, take, remove, or cause to be removed at the expense of the owner all stocks of fireworks offered or exposed for sale, stored, or held in violation of this chapter. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 14, 1982)

5.24.140 Use of fireworks.

5.24.020, are prohibited. Except as permitted by the City, it is unlawful for any person, corporation, or entity to possess, store, display, offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail or wholesale, use, discharge, or explode, or allow the use on their property or property under their control, any fireworks except safe and sane fireworks. For purposes of this section, “possess” means actual possession, constructive possession, or joint possession.

5.24.150 Social host liability.
421
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 2
Exhibit A

Page 5 ends

Any social host shall be strictly liable for any unlawful ignition, use, discharge or display of any dangerous fireworks, or safe and sane fireworks in violation of this code, at their property, gathering, or on any adjacent public or private right-of-way.

A. It is unlawful for a host to allow a parcel of property that the host owns, possesses, or controls to be used in a manner prohibited by Section 5.24.140, whether the violation is caused by the host or by any other person.

B. A host is strictly liable for any violation of Section 5.24.140 that occurs during a gathering on property that the host owns, possesses, or controls, or in the public right-of-way immediately adjacent to the parcel of property that the host owns, possesses, or controls.

C. Notwithstanding the prohibitions in subsections A and B of this section, the provisions of this section shall not apply to a host who initiates contact with law enforcement or fire officials to assist in removing any person from the property or terminating the activity in order to comply with this chapter, if the request for assistance is made before any other person contacts law enforcement or fire officia ls to complain about the violation of this chapter.

5.24.160 Violation—Penalty.

A. Persons violating this chapter shall be deemed guilty of an infraction, and, upon conviction, shall be punished as provided in Section 36900(b) of the Government Code, or its successor statute. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 6-02 § 1: Ord. 10 § 15, 1982) B. In addition to any other remedies authorized by law, violations of this chapter may be enforced through the administrative citation procedures set forth in Chapter 1.06 of this code. Any enforcement officer authorized under Chapter 1.06 may issue an administrative citation to any responsible person who violates this chapter, including any social host, property owner, tenant, occupant, or other responsible person who causes, permits, or allows a violation of this chapter to occur on property under their ownership, possession, or control.

C. The remedies provided in this section are cumulative and not exclusive. Nothing in this chapter shall limit the City’s ability to pursue any other remedy available under this code or under state law, including but not limited to civil, administrative, or criminal enforcement.

5.24.170 Supplement to state statutes.

The provisions of this chapter shall supplement and be construed in harmony with the State Fireworks Law (Part 2, Division 11 of the Health and Safety Code of the state of California) and other applicable provisions of the laws of the state of California. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 13, 1982)

422
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 3

Page 1 ends

Chapter 5.24
FIREWORKS*
Sections:

5.24.010 Definitions.

5.24.020 Prohibitions.

5.24.030 Exceptions.

5.24.040 Public display —Permit required.

5.24.050 Number of permits limited.

5.24.060 Permit —Prerequisites for issuance.

5.24.070 Safe and sane fireworks —Permit procedure.

5.24.080 Operation of stand —Permittee only.

5.24.090 Fireworks stands —Requirements.

5.24.100 General requirements for permittees.

5.24.110 Temporary sales tax permit required.

5.24.120 Permit display required.

5.24.130 Seizure of fireworks.

5.24.140 Use of fireworks.

5.24.150 Social host liability.

5.24.160 Violation —Penalty.

5.24.1740 Supplement to state statutes.

5.24.150 Violation —Penalty.
* Prior ordinance history: Alameda County Ord. 76 -34.

5.24.010 Definitions.

For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:

Tthe words and phrases “fireworks” and “safe and sane fireworks” shall have the respective meanings ascribed to them in Sections 12500 et seq. of the Health and Safety Code of the state of California. (Ord. 18- 12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 1, 1982). “Social host” means a person who is either:

1. Any owner of private property as listed on the most recent assessment roll;

2. Any person who has the right to use, possess, or occupy public or private property under a lease, permit, license, rental agreement, or contract; or

5.24.020 Prohibitions.

A. The manufacture of fireworks is prohibited within the jurisdiction.

Page 2 ends

C. The possession, sale, delivery, dealing in, use, exploding or firing of any form of fireworks designated as “safe and sane fireworks” by Section 12529 of the Health and Safety Code of the state of California is expressly permitted, except as limited by this chapter. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 2, 1982)

5.24.030 Exceptions.

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as prohibiting the use of torpedoes, flares, or fuses by railroads or other transportation agencies for signal purposes of illumination; or the sale or use of blank cartridges for ceremonial purposes, athletic, or sports events or military ceremonials or demonstrations; or the sale, discharge or display of fireworks by permittees having a permit as hereinafter provided; or the use and display of fireworks of whatever nature by any person engaged in the production o f motion pictures, theatricals, or operas when such use and display is a necessary part of such production ; or the transportation of fireworks through the city in regular course, and in original packages or containers from any point outside the city to any other point outside the city. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 3, 1982)

5.24.040 Public display—Permit required.

C. The permittee shall furnish a bond or certificate of insurance in an amount deemed adequate by the Fire Chief for the payment of all damages which may be caused to a person or persons or to any property by reason of the permitted display and arising from any acts of the permittee, his agents, employees or subcontractors. By accepting a permit, permittee agrees to indemnify and hold the city harmless from any such damages.

Ord. 2-99 §§ 3A, 3B; Ord. 2-89 § 1(a); Ord. 10 § 4, 1982)

5.24.050 Number of permits limited.

The maximum number of permits to sell safe and sane fireworks which may be issued pursuant to this chapter during any one calendar year shall not exceed one (1) permit per each three thousand (3,000) residents of the city of Dublin. The number of residents shall be based on population estimate data available from the California Department of Finance at the time of the random drawing. The most recent estimate of total city population will be adjusted by subtracting the most recent estimate of the group quart ers population to equal the estimated household population. If the number of applications received up to and including the last day for making applications pursuant to this chapter exceeds the number of permits to be issued for the city, the Fire Chief shall immediately thereafter supervise an impartial drawing to determine an order of priority for each application. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 5-96 § 1 (part); Ord. 10 § 5, 1982)

5.24.060 Permit—Prerequisites for issuance.

Page 3 ends

Franchise Tax Board under Section 23701(b), (d), (f), (g), or (l) of the Revenue and Taxation Code. Only one (1) organization per ID number shall apply. Proof shall be provided at application.

B. Each such organization must have its principal and permanent meeting place in the city limits and must maintain a bona fide membership of at least twenty (20) Dublin resident members, and must have been organized and established within the city for a minimum of one (1) year continually preceding the filing of the application for the permit.

C. Each such organization must have an active business license within the city of Dublin at the time of application.

5.24.070 Safe and sane fireworks—Permit procedure.

A. Any nonprofit organization desiring to sell or to offer for sale safe and sane fireworks shall first make a written application to the Fire Chief for a permit to sell fireworks at a fireworks stand.

B. Every application for a permit shall be accompanied by a fee in an amount as fixed by the City Council by resolution to cover reasonable costs of investigation and administration. If the application is denied for any reason, one-half (1/2) of said fee shall be refunded.

C. The application shall state the name of the applicant, the address of the organization, and its principal or permanent meeting place.

E. The application shall set forth the proposed location of the fireworks stand, including a map or plot plan of the lot or premises on which the stand is to be located depicting the stand and other structures on the premises. Any such stand must be located on private property located within commercially zoned districts, and must otherwise conform to zoning and other applicable laws and regulations. The written permission of the owner of record or lessees must also accompany the application.

F. Fireworks stands shall be located only in an area bearing a commercial zoning designation.

G. Each applicant shall post a deposit in the amount of two hundred dollars ($200) as outlined in the city’s current fee schedule for the purposes set forth herein. If the requirements of Section 5.24.100(E) are met by the dates and times set forth therein, the deposit shall be returned on or before July 15th. If the requirements of Section 5.24.100(E) are not met by the times and da tes set forth therein, the Fire Chief shall order the cleanup and/or removal of the stand and the deposit will be forfeited in full. Each applicant shall pay the required amount for the purposes of inspection services as outlined in the city’s current fee schedule.

5.24.080 Operation of stand—Permittee only.

A. No person other than theNo person other than theThe permittee shall operate the stand for which the permit is issued or share or otherwise participate in the profits of the operation of such stand .. 425
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 3

Page 4 ends

Notwithstanding the foregoing, a permittee may receive assistance in operating the stand from, and share the profits of the operation of the stand with, any nonprofit organization which meets the requirements of Section 5.24.060; provided, that advance written notice is given to the Fire Chief no later than June 27th. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 4-97 § 2; Ord. 10 § 8, 1982) B. No person other than the authorized individuals who are members or volunteers of the permittee organization, or the parents, wives or husbands or adult children of such members , shall sell or otherwise participate in the sale of fireworks at such stand.

C. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a permittee may receive assistance in operating the stand from, and share the profits of the operation of the stand with, any nonprofit organization which meets the requirements of Section 5.24.060; provided, that advance wri tten notice is given to the Fire Chief no later than June 27th. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 4-97 § 2; Ord. 10 § 8, 1982)

5.24.090 Fireworks stands—Requirements.

A. No fireworks stand shall be located within twenty -five (25) feet of any other building nor within one hundred (100) feet of a gasoline pump;
B. Each stand in excess of twenty -four (24) feet in length must have at least two (2) exits; and each stand in excess of forty (40) feet in length must have at least three (3) exits spaced approximately equidistant apart; providing, however, that in no case shall the distance between exits exceed twenty-four (24) feet; C. Permittee shall provide each stand with one (1) two -and-one-half (2 1/2) gallon water fire extinguisher suitable for class A fires. The extinguishers shall be serviced and tagged by a licensed State Fire Marshal’s authorized technician within the past year and be easily accessible for use in case of fire and approved as to type by the Fire Chief and conforming to the provisions of this code. (Ord. 18 -12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part):

Ord. 10 § 9, 1982)

5.24.100 General requirements for permittees.

A. All weeds and combustible material shall be cleared from the location of the stand including a distance of at least twenty (20) feet surrounding the stand.

B. “No smoking” signs shall be prominently displayed on the fireworks stand.

Page 5 ends

5.24.110 Temporary sales tax permit required.

Organizations licensed for the selling of fireworks are required to obtain a temporary sales tax permit from the Regional Office of the State Board of Equalization. (Ord. 18 -12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 11, 1982)

5.24.120 Permit display required.

The permit to sell fireworks and temporary sales tax permit shall be displayed in a prominent place in the fireworks stand. (Ord. 18-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 12, 1982)

5.24.130 Seizure of fireworks.

The Fire Chief shall have the authority to seize, take, remove, or cause to be removed at the expense of the owner all stocks of fireworks offered or exposed for sale, stored, or held in violation of this chapter. (Ord. 18 - 12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 10 § 14, 1982)

5.24.140 Use of fireworks.

No person shall use safe and sane fireworks except on private property with property owner permission and at designated City parks on July 4 during designated times as established by the City. Fireworks other than safe and sane fireworks, including but not limited to dangerous fireworks as defined in Section 5.24.020, are prohibited. Except as permitted by the City, it is unlawful for any person, corporation, or entity to possess, store, display, offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail or wholesale, use, discharge, or explode, or allow the use on their property or property under their control, any fireworks except safe and sane fireworks. For purposes of this section, “possess” means actual possession, constructive possession, or joint possession.

5.24.150 Social host liability.

Any social host shall be strictly liable for any unlawful ignition, use, discharge or display of any dangerous fireworks, or safe and sane fireworks in violation of this code, at their property , gathering, or on any adjacent public or private right-of-way.

B. A host is strictly liable for any violation of Section 5.24.140 that occurs during a gathering on property that the host owns, possesses, or controls, or in the public right -of-way immediately adjacent to the parcel of property that the host owns, possesses, or controls.

C. Notwithstanding the prohibitions in subsections A and B of this section, the provisions of this section shall not apply to a host who initiates contact with law enforcement or fire officials to assist in removing any person from the property or terminating the activity in order to comply with this chapter, if the request for assistance is made before any other person contacts law enforcement or fire officials to complain about the violation of this chapter.

5.24.160 Violation—Penalty.

A. Persons violating this chapter shall be deemed guilty of an infraction, and, upon conviction, shall be punished as provided in Section 36900(b) of the Government Code, or its successor statute. (Ord. 18 -12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 6-02 § 1: Ord. 10 § 15, 1982) B. In addition to any other remedies authorized by law, violations of this chapter may be enforced through the administrative citation procedures set forth in Chapter 1.06 of this code. Any enforcement officer authorized under Chapter 1.06 may issue an administrative citation to any responsible person who violates this chapter, including any social host, property owner, tenant, occupant, or other responsible person who 427
Dublin Municipal Code
Chapter 5.24 FIREWORKS*
Attachment 3

Page 6 ends

causes, permits, or allows a violation of this chapter to occur on property under their ownership, possession, or control.

5.24.1740 Supplement to state statutes.

5.24.150 Violation—Penalty.

Persons violating this chapter shall be deemed guilty of an infraction, and, upon conviction, shall be punished as provided in Section 36900(b) of the Government Code, or its successor statute. (Ord. 18 -12 § 1 (part): Ord. 1-12 § 1 (part): Ord. 6-02 § 1: Ord. 10 § 15, 1982) 428
Attachment 4
Added March 23, 2026
429
430
431
432
Introduction of an
Ordinance Amending
Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) of
the Dublin Municipal Code
March 24, 2026
433
Background
• 1982 – allowed sale of safe and sane
fireworks
• Dublin Municipal Code (DMC) Chapter

5.24 (Fireworks):
• Prohibits illegal fireworks
• Allows use of safe and sane fireworks
• Permits sale of safe and sane fireworks
• Establishes permitting for display and use
• Sets safety requirements
• Sets penalties for violations of the code
434
Proposed Amendments
• January 13, 2026 City Council Meeting - Council requested amendments to Chapter 5.24:
• Define and address use of illegal and safe and sane fireworks • Create social host liability
• Utilization of administrative citations for violation of code • Staff reviewed neighboring jurisdictions fireworks social host ordinances, addressing property owner liability
• Recommend no amendments to Chapter 5.94 (Social Host Ordinance) • Social host liability incorporated into Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) 435
Proposed Amendments, 2
• Section 5.24.010 (Amendment)
• Adds “Social Host” definition
• Section 5.24.030 (Amendment)
• Removes language providing exceptions for productions • Section 5.24.040 addresses public display permitting requirements • Section 5.24.070 (Amendment)
• Removes deposit amount and ties to Master Fee Schedule • Section 5.24.080 (Amendment)
• Consolidates language
• Clarifies current practice allowing volunteer support 436
Proposed Amendments, 3
• Section 5.24.140 (New)
• Defines permitted use of fireworks in Dublin
• Section 5.24.150 (New)
• Adds social host liability provisions
• Section 5.24.160 (Amendment)
• Clarifies penalties for violations, including use of administrative citations 437
Procedural Changes
• Fireworks booth application process
update - 2026
• Requires applicants to report previous year
revenues and expenditures
• Application period opened in March 2026
• City Council Request – equitable
placement of nonprofits at higher-traffic
booths:
• City not involved in current process
• City involvement would be significant shift in
process
• Not recommending City involvement in this
process
438
Next Steps
• If amendments are adopted,
Staff will:
• Incorporate revisions into DMC
Chapter 5.24
• Update internal procedures
• Conduct outreach to nonprofits
• Update forms and website
content to inform residents and
nonprofits
439
Recommendation
Waive the reading and introduce the Ordinance Approving Amendments to Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.24 (Fireworks) Questions?
440

Dublin City CouncilMarch 24, 2026

Dublin City Council
March 24, 2026