lengthier statements and has not levied a charge on candidates for their candidate statement.
3. Deadlines for the November 8, 2022 Election
Included as attachment A to this report is a calendar of deadlines for the election in Santa Clara County, including the requirement for the City to adopt a resolution calling for an election on November 8, 2022, deadlines to submit ballot measures to be on the ballot, the nomination filing period for qualifying City Council Candidates. The Clerk’s Office will place a Resolution on a future Council agenda for adoption and approval before July 6, 2022.
The most notable deadlines for the November 8, 2022 election are as follows:
Before July 6, 2022 City Council must adopt a Resolution Calling for an Election and submit it to the Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters
July 18 – August 12, 2022 Nomination period to qualify candidates for City Council for the ballot
August 13 – 17, 2022 Extension of the Nomination Period if an incumbent does not file
July 28 – August 12, 2022 Measure Resolutions and Tax Rate Statements must be submitted to the Registrar of Voters to be considered on the ballot
October 24, 2022 Last day to register to vote for the November 2022 election
November 8, 2022 Election Day
December 8, 2022 Last day for the Canvass of the Vote and Certification of the election results
FISCAL IMPACT
The Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters (SCCROV) has issued a cost estimate for the 2022 election at $150,927 for the election of three council seats. Additionally, should the City choose to add ballot measures to the November election, the cost estimate would be an additional $79,759 for each ballot measure (this estimate is based on 6-page ballot measure printed in the voter guide).
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In addition to the above costs, the SCCROV has indicated that the cost of Candidate statements is estimated to be $2,949 for the printing costs associated with a 200-word statement and $4,122 for printing a 400-word statement. Historically, although there is no formal policy establishing this process, the City has not charged nor sought reimbursement from candidates for the printing of Candidate Statements within the ballot guide and has absorbed the cost within the Clerk’s Office budget. This cost is separate from the $25 Candidate Nomination filing fee that is included in the adopted fee schedule.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Attachment14.a: Attachment A: Amended Abbreviated Primary General Election - November 8, 2022 (PDF)
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GUBERNATORIAL GENERAL ELECTION CALENDAR
November 8, 2022
County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters
This calendar may not contain all candidate or district filing requirements. The Office of the Registrar of Voters is not open for filings on Saturday, Sunday or holidays. 2 The period covered by any statement begins on the day after the closing date of the last statement filed, OR January 1 st, if no previous statement has been filed. 3 Date falls on a weekend or public holiday; deadlines move forward to the next business day as noted with the respective effected date. 1 Refer to California Elections Code §§9190, 9295, 9380, 9509, 13313, and 13314 for details of public examination periods and writ of mandate.
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88 Friday, August 12, 2022
1 NOMINATION PERIOD CLOSES
Deadline to file (in the Office of the Registrar of Voters only) all required nomination documents.
LAST DAY FOR PROPONENTS TO WITHDRAW AN INITIATIVE
Last day for proponents to withdraw an initiative that qualified for the ballot.
125 Wednesday, July 6, 2022
RESOLUTIONS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE ROV
Date for jurisdictions to submit resolutions calling for a candidate election to meet timeline for a full nomination period. The ROV encourages jurisdictions to provide a resolution as early as possible. 2 CONTRIBUTION / INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURES
Sums of $1,000 or more to/from a single source must be reported within 24-hours. The Independent Expenditure report is required only for committees (not candidate controlled) that make independent expenditures totaling $1,000 or more to support or oppose a single ballot measure or a single candidate.
1 PERIOD FOR MEASURE RESOLUTIONS AND TAX RATE
STATEMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE ROV
Between these dates is the period for jurisdictions to submit a resolution calling for a measure special election, and if applicable, tax rate statements. The ROV encourages jurisdictions to provide a resolution as early as possible.
113 Monday, July 18, 2022
NOMINATION PERIOD OPENS
First day candidates may pick up nomination documents at the office of the Registrar of Voters.
84 Tuesday, August 16, 2022
1 DUE DATE FOR PRIMARY ARGUMENTS
5:00 p.m. is the deadline set by the Registrar of Voters for submitting primary arguments in favor of and against a measure. Arguments for City measures must be filed with the City Clerk's office. Contact the City Clerk's office for filing deadlines.
98 Tuesday, August 2, 2022
RUN-OFF CANDIDATES ONLY: REQUEST FOR DIFFERENT
BALLOT DESIGNATION
Last day for run-off candidates to request, in writing, a different ballot designation than that used at the Statement Direct Primary election. For State offices, requests should be made to both the Secretary of State, and the Registrar of Voters offices.
LAST DAY TO AMEND OR WITHDRAW A MEASURE
Deadline for jurisdictions to amend or withdraw a measure from the ballot. The measure must be amended or withdrawn by resolution. 83 Wednesday, August 17, 2022
The below calendar was amended on November 4, 2021 to add run-off candidate information.
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2 F.P.P.C. SEMI-ANNUAL STATEMENT DUE
Deadline for semi-annual financial disclosure report Form 460 covering the reporting period noted below or the day after the closing date of the last statement filed.
Reporting Period: January 1, 2022 June 30, 2022
1 NOMINATION EXTENSION PERIOD
If the incumbent fails to file a Declaration of Candidacy by deadline for their office, there will be a 5-calendar-day extension during which any candidate, other than the incumbent, may file for said office. 4 Arguments and Rebuttal Arguments for City measures must be filed with the City Clerk's office. Contact the City Clerk's office for filing deadlines. 1 Revised 11.4.21 by BL
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GUBERNATORIAL GENERAL ELECTION CALENDAR
November 8, 2022
County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters
This calendar may not contain all candidate or district filing requirements. The Office of the Registrar of Voters is not open for filings on Saturday, Sunday or holidays. 2 The period covered by any statement begins on the day after the closing date of the last statement filed, OR January 1 st, if no previous statement has been filed. 3 Date falls on a weekend or public holiday; deadlines move forward to the next business day as noted with the respective effected date. 1 Refer to California Elections Code §§9190, 9295, 9380, 9509, 13313, and 13314 for details of public examination periods and writ of mandate.
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The below calendar was amended on November 4, 2021 to add run-off candidate information. 4 Arguments and Rebuttal Arguments for City measures must be filed with the City Clerk's office. Contact the City Clerk's office for filing deadlines.
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2 F.P.P.C. 2 nd PRE-ELECTION STATEMENT DUE
Deadline for financial disclosure report Form 460 covering the reporting period noted below or the day after the closing date of the last statement filed.
67 Friday, September 2, 2022
Reporting Period: September 25, 2022 October 22, 2022
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE FOR THIS ELECTION
Deadline to register to be eligible to vote in this election. 3 EARLY VOTING PERIOD AT THE ROV OFFICE
Early voting is available at the Registrar of Voters office for individuals wishing to drop off ballot or vote in person during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., beginning 29 days prior the election.
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1 DUE DATE FOR REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS AND IMPARTIAL
ANALYSES
Deadline set by the Registrar of Voters for submitting rebuttal arguments to primary arguments in favor of and against a measure and impartial analyses.
1 ,4 EXAMINATION PERIOD FOR ALL REBUTTALS AND IMPARTIAL
ANALYSES FILED
The elections official shall make the rebuttal arguments and Impartial Analyses available for public examination during business hours for a period of 10-calendar days immediately following the filing deadline for submission of those documents.
1 ,4 FINAL PRINTING DEADLINE
Any petition for writ of mandate, including any appeals, should be resolved by this date so the Registrar of Voters can meet necessary printing deadlines.
2 F.P.P.C. 1 st PRE-ELECTION STATEMENT DUE
Deadline for financial disclosure report Form 460 covering the reporting period noted below or the day after the closing date of the last statement filed.
40 Thursday, September 29, 2022
WRITE-IN CANDIDACY PERIOD
Between these dates is the period for candidates to obtain and file write- in nomination documents in the Office of the Registrar of Voters. 77 Tuesday, August 23, 2022
July 1, 2022 September 24, 2022Reporting Period:
29 Monday, October 10, 2022
15 Monday, October 24, 2022
12 Thursday, October 27, 2022
FIRST DAY TO BEGIN MAILING VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOTS
First day to begin mailing vote-by-mail ballots.
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RANDOMIZED ALPHABET DRAWING
This day the Secretary of State (SOS) and the local elections official will conduct a drawing of letters of the alphabet to determine the order in which candidates appear on the ballot.
For local offices, candidates should refer to the SOS's drawing, and for State or Legislative offices, candidates should refer to the ROV's drawing for order of their name to appear on the ballot. 2 Revised 11.4.21 by BL
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GUBERNATORIAL GENERAL ELECTION CALENDAR
November 8, 2022
County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters
This calendar may not contain all candidate or district filing requirements. The Office of the Registrar of Voters is not open for filings on Saturday, Sunday or holidays. 2 The period covered by any statement begins on the day after the closing date of the last statement filed, OR January 1 st, if no previous statement has been filed. 3 Date falls on a weekend or public holiday; deadlines move forward to the next business day as noted with the respective effected date. 1 Refer to California Elections Code §§9190, 9295, 9380, 9509, 13313, and 13314 for details of public examination periods and writ of mandate.
Activity Periods
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Vote Centers are open to all registered voters in Santa Clara County.
Vote Centers are open to all registered voters in jurisdictions holding special elections. Any voter can go to any Vote Center location throughout the County. Hours may vary by location and locations may vary with each election – please see listing on our website at sccvote.com or click link below.
Official Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center Sites Information Saturday, October 29, 2022 to Tuesday, November 8, 202210 to 0 (The ROV website will be updated for each election.)
2 F.P.P.C. SEMI-ANNUAL STATEMENT DUE
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SIGNATURE VERIFICATION DATE
Last day to turn in unsigned ballots or signature verification statements.Tuesday, December 6, 2022
OFFICIAL CANVASS OF VOTE
Registrar of Voters to certify election results.
LAST DAY TO REQUEST VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOT TO BE MAILED
Deadline at 5:00 p.m. to submit a request for a Vote-by-Mail ballot to be mailed to voter.
ELECTION DAY
All Vote Centers and ROV office are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for dropping off ballot or voting in person. Ballots must be postmarked by this date to ensure eligibility of counted votes.
ELECTIONS OFFICIAL TO NOTIFY VOTER OF VERIFICATION OF
SIGNATURE
In the case of a voter whose signature does not match or is missing, the elections official is required to notify the voter at least 8 days before the certification of the election of an opportunity to update the voter's signature.
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Schedule of Meetings
Published April 28, 2022
This is a courtesy notice only . Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Almost all Palo Alto Council and some Standing C ommittee meetings are cablecast live on Channel 26. If there ha ppens to be concurrent meetings, one meeting will be broadcast on Channel 29.
Persons with disabilities who requ ire auxiliary aids or services in using City facilities or programs, or who would like inform ation on the City’ s compliance with the America ns with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact: ADA Coo rdinator, City of Palo Alto, 650-329-2550 (v oice) or 329-1199 (TDD), [email protected]. Listening assistive devices are available in the Counci l Chambers. S ign language interpreters will be provided upon request with 72 hours advance notice. Please advise the City Clerk's Office (650-329-2571) of meetings or changes by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays for inclusion in the following week’s schedule. 4/28/2022
Meetings are held in-person and by virtual teleconference.
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CITY OF PALO ALTO
Supplemental Report - Item 10
MEETING DATE: MAY 9, 2022
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HONORABLE CITY COUNCIL
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M: JONATHAN LAIT, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SUBJECT: REVIEW AND PROVIDE FEEDBACK ON THE PROPOSED PERMANENT PARKLET STANDARDS AND PROGRAM POLICIES; AND ADOPT AN
INTERIM ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION TO CONTINUE THE PILOT
PARKLET PROGRAM UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2022
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is At-Places Memorandum summarizes three events that occurred after publication of the staff report: (1) A focus group meeting with businesses and property owners regarding parklets; (2) an online business survey; an d, (3 ) comments from the Architectural Review Board . This memo provides a summary of additional feedback received after publication of the staff report and prior to the May 9th City Council Meeting.
Focus
Group
On Wednesday, April 27th, staff met with nine (9) members of the Palo Alto business community to discuss the proposed permanent parklet program standards. The group included restaurant owners and one property owner in the downtown a rea and one restaurant/business owner from California Avenue.
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ff reviewed key areas of change being proposed, including design and operational standards as well as potential program fees. The key topics and corresponding feedback are summarize d below:
Design Standard Feedback:
• Landscaping and Planters . Several individuals voiced concerns with requiring landscaping and/or planters as part of the parklet standards due to required upkeep.
While most people voiced an appreciation for plantings and vegetation adding positively to the urban environment, there were concerns that the standard would not necessarily be achieved to the expected aesthetic quality in practice. “Not everyone has a green thumb”, was one remark we got on this topic. One individual also voiced concerns over planters collec ting trash and debris, whi ch would likely be addressed through operational standards for cleanliness.
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closure and Sidewalls. Several business owners felt that not allowing side walls along the street facing e dges of the parklet would be a serious problem with patrons. Several businesses have erected tents, tent-like structures, or three-sided enclosures during the temporary program period and this standard would stray from those existing conditions.
The need for side walls as expressed by focus group attendees is motivated by the need for protection from sun, wind, and other elements. As voiced by one business owner, “Not allowing side walls feels like a program killer.” Further information on side walls and safety requirements can be found in the primary staff report.
Power Supply Feedback:
Several attendees expressed serious concern over the proposed requirement for electric only connections for parklets including lighting and heaters. Most individuals that sp oke to this concern felt that businesses that have space to store propane in compliance with fire code should be permitted to do so. The primary reason for the concern over electric connectivity is the potential for electrical system retrofitting if the busin ess is already c lose to or at the capacity for electrical output for their space. Upgrading electrical service to their business to power heaters and parklet lighting may be cost prohibitive and require too much time.
Program Fee & Space Charge Feedback:
Initial feedback from focus group attendees on the topic of a parking space charge was divided.
A few individuals felt strongly that there should be no additional space charge in addition to permitting fees as they felt the tax revenues generated by the ir operations suffi ciently compensate the public for the use of the space. However, a few other attendees expressed that the idea that there would be no fee or cost to businesses for utilizing public space for a private business was ‘ridiculous’ and felt that requesting a space charge was reasonable and expected.
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n addition to focused feedback, there were a few general comments for staff and decisionmakers to consider moving forward in the drafting process. A few attendees mentioned that it would be helpful to have the standards provided through example plans for businesses to utilize for their respective applications. The business owner in the group suggested having design guidelines that were flexible enough for a future tenant to take over the parklet without too much trouble or need for retrofitting.
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rvey
In addition to a focus group, staff sent an online survey out to businesses and property owners to answer specific questions and provide feedback on the parklet program.
The following provides a review of the results from 24 total survey responses:
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stion 1: Do you currently have a parklet?
Out of 24 total responses, 16 individuals have a parklet (67%) and 8 do not (33%).
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stion 2: If you have a parklet, how many parking spaces are being utilized for the parklet? O
f the 16 individuals who indicated that they currently have a parklet, 17% are utilizing one (1) space, 44% are utilizing two (2) spaces, 11% are utilizing three (3) spaces, and 28% are utilizing more than three (3) spaces.
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tion 3: We are con sidering an annual charge to compensate for the private use of public space for revenue generating activities. If you had to pay a monthly charge for use of the public right of way, which of the following fee ranges would you be wi lling to pay to continue to have a parklet (please check all that apply):
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stion 4: From your perspective, what has been the most successful outcome of having parklets in Palo Alto?
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majority of the respondents, 20, indicated a positive outcome from having the parklets including continued business throughout the pandemic, increasing foot traffic and beautifying Palo Alto, and allowing for an opportunity for guests to enjoy the fantastic climate and weather of Palo Alto.
Three respondents we re less fa vorable: tw o respondents expressed not liking the parklets and one respondent liked the parklets during the height of the pandemic but feel they are no longer necessary.
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stion 5: What would you change about your parklet?
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he majority of responses (10) indicated that they would make minor changes with the implementation of a permanent program such as investing in a roof structure, improving heating, adding signage, adding more seating, or upgrading materials and installing better plants.
The remaining respon ses w ere split between individuals expr essing they like there parklet as is and two individuals who expressed the desire to have all parklets removed.
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stion 6: Do you have any other general or specific feedback for the permanent parklet program?
We received a wide range o f feedback from respondents. Feedback received is summarized below in key categories:
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o Provide Pre-approved parklet plans to streamline process for businesses o Parklets should have a uniform look and aesthetic
o Wind, sun, and rain protection is imperative
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ees:
o If fees need to be imposed, keep them low
o Parklets should be free
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erations:
o Keep parklets, clean, safe, and convenient for the community o More maintenance and cleaning of areas around parklet o Look at program management and the effect on different areas of the city (i.e. how many parklets per block)
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iscellaneous:
o End the parklet program
o Reopen Ramona
o Drive lanes should be minimized and parklets expanded. o No permanent parklets
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s indicated by the variety of comments, business owners should and will continue to be engaged during the update process to capture valuable feedback.
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rchitectural Review Board (ARB) Feedback
The ARB had a robust discussion of the proposed standards on May 5, 2022. The motion, supported unanimously, was to forward their feedback (described below) to the City Council for its consideration and request the City Council extend the temporary program to allow more time for an ARB subcommittee to discuss and deliberate on the standards.
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he ARB took a series of informal “straw polls” to gauge members opinions on as pects of the standards. These straw polls are summarized below. Minutes from this meeting are not yet available.
1. Color – 4 of 5 members support removing from the standards references to limiting colors and req uiring neutral and/or earth tones. Most membe rs felt the limitation on color as proposed was overly restrictive. One member, however, did prefer to have flexibility for color of non -fixed items (furnishings, chairs, pillows, etc.) while limiting color for fixed elements (platform, enclosure, etc).
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2. Lights – 5 of 5 members supported no restriction on ambient lighting, except prohibiting flood lighting or other such harsh lighting. The ARB wanted to allow for creative and attractive lighting with fewer limit ations. Staff can research how best to phrase this minimizing any lighting that might be detrimental to motorists. Initially staff do have concerns around how omnidirectional lighting may impact motorists.
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’ Setbacks (at the ends of parklets) Wheel Stops, Delineators – ARB members recognized the i mportance of providing these safety features, yet also wanted to study more aesthetically please alternatives to meet the intent of these devices. This includes exploring the option for bike parking in the 4’ setback or other safety devices.
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H eight o f Enclosure and Periodi c Barrier (+/ - a few inches) - The ARB noted that seeing into and out of the parklet is key to their success for patrons as well as for pedestrians, motorists, and others. They felt the height of the enclosure should be a maximum of 36” (as opposed to the proposed 42”), with some allowance for additional height to allow flexibility. They did not want the enclosure and/or periodic barrier to be 42” tall. The height of 36” is common in other jurisdictions.
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e Covering/Side walls – The ARB acknowledged this topic is critical. Providing some protection from wind and other elements is important for parklets. ARB members generally supported some type of side wall/covering. The ARB wanted more time to discuss appropriate materials f or side walls t hat are good qual ity and maintain transparency. 3 of 5 members did not support opaque side walls or coverings. Yet the members agreed they need more time to discuss appropriate materials and other characteristics of sidewalls and coverings.
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uality of Materials – All members supported prohibiting the use of vinyl, soft plastics, or tarps for parklet coverings or as any part of the enclosure.
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ric Roofs – ARB members supported allowing fabric roofs or c overings over parklets.
In such cases , ARB agr eed heaters would not be allowed under fabric roofs. If Council concurs, staff recommend requiring flame retardant and resistant materials to limit danger of ignition. Even if heaters are prohibited, parklet permit holders may violate the standards and place portable heaters under fabric coverings.
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minum – All ARB members supported allowing the use of aluminum. They noted this material can be attractive, durable, and low cost.
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also permissible. They wanted more time for a subcommittee to discuss this. One general idea, that received some verbal support, was to allow propane heaters in accordance with any applicable rules and codes. Where a code could not be met, the propane heater would not be allowed.
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ot Require Design Professional – The supported rephrasing the standards regarding wind load with requiring compliance with the a pplicable code for wind load and verifying that, but not specifically requiring an engineer or other specific design professional t o do so. The ARB pointed out that prefabricated structures may already meet the standards and not require a design pro fessional to v erify compliance. Staff remain concerned about ensuring that the parklets are sturdy and will not pose a threat to patrons, motorist, or others.
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egetation – ARB members spoke in support of requiring vegetation as part of the parklets, as proposed. This topic was not included in a straw poll, either because there were a number of topics and the ARB needed to get on to other i tems, or because the ARB members generally spoke in favor of the current standard. In contrast, the items included in the str aw poll differed from the proposed standards. If the Council does extend the temporary program, this can be further explored.
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nally, the ARB members touched on other topics as well, and likely more discussion will develop if a subcommittee is created to work with staff on the standards.
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