MINUTES OF THE
CITY OF SAN RAMON – COUNCIL MEETING

May 10, 2005

A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of San Ramon was held May 10, 2005 at 7:08 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2222 Camino Ramon, Mayor Wilson presiding.

PRESENT: Councilmembers Hudson, Perkins, and Rowley, Mayor Wilson.

ABSENT: Vice Mayor Livingstone.

STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Herb Moniz, City Attorney Byron Athan, Sgt. Paul O’Mary, Administrative Analyst Darlene Amaral, Senior Civil Engineer Detlef Curtis, Public Works Director Joye Fukuda, CIP Administrative Analyst Amy Amiri, Parks and Community Services Director Jeff Eorio, Olympic Pool Program Manager Chris Chamberlain, Planning Services Director Phil Wong, Dougherty Valley Project Planner Jennifer White, Economic Development Director Marc Fontes and Interim City Clerk Patricia Edwards.

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Sgt. Paul O’Mary led the Council, staff, and those in the audience in the pledge of allegiance.

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Mayor Wilson asked if there were any changes or additions to the agenda. The Interim City Clerk noted there were none.

Mayor Wilson asked if there were any changes or additions to the Boards, Committee and Commission meetings schedule. The Interim City Clerk noted one change that the Monday, May 16^th, Policy Committee meeting will be held at 3:00 p.m. not 2:00 p.m.

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Mayor Wilson remarked that many of the activities enjoyed in San Ramon would not be possible without the cooperation and financial support of corporate sponsors. He acknowledged and thanked Toyota Motor Sales for the financial and manpower support which they have contributed to San Ramon’s Earth Day event for the past three years. Mark Rockwell, PDC Warehouse Operations Administrator, thanked the Council--for this recognition. George Prewitt, PDC Warehouse Supervisor, noted that Toyota is the #2 auto manufacturer in the world and is proud to have this focus on the environment.

Mayor Wilson presented a proclamation to Richard Beaumont, president of the Valley Children’s Museum (VCM). Mr. Beaumont thanked the Council for their support. He recognized Elizabeth Littlesmith, chairperson of the event, and Nicole Beaver, one of the judges. He noted that the VCM plans to incorporate the ideas presented by the children into their permanent site. The Mayor presented certificates to the winners and they displayed their original art work. Mayor Wilson added that it is important to support the VCM and their efforts to enrich the community.

Darlene Amaral, Administrative Analyst, informed the Council that this year’s Bike to Work day is scheduled for Thursday, May 19. San Ramon will have three energizer stations at the Transit Center, San Ramon Valley Conference Center and Bishop Ranch Transportation Center. Snacks and give-aways will be available from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Twin Creeks Elementary School is sponsoring a bike to school day featuring breakfast treats, lunch activities, and an after school bike safety clinic. Ms. Amaral presented the Council with Bike to Work t-shirts. She encouraged everyone to participate and said that additional information is available on the City’s website.

Mayor Wilson presented a plaque to Detlef Curtis on his retirement after 19 years and 8 months with the City. Mr. Curtis thanked the Council. He stated that he was drawn to San Ramon by the challenge of working in a start-up City. He added that what kept him at the City were the opportunities to work on challenging projects with great people.

Public Works Director Joye Fukuda acknowledged Amy Amiri as the City’s Employee of the Month for April 2005. Mayor Wilson presented her with a certificate and a plant.

Ms. Amiri thanked the Council. She stated that she enjoys working for the City and looks forward to new challenges.

Parks and Community Services Director Jeff Eorio introduced the Olympic Pool staff members and explained the two situations that occurred in April. He recognized the skill and expertise that was demonstrated by the staff’s professional emergency response. Mayor Wilson noted that the City can provide training but these staff members actually performed under pressure. They helped to save a life in one instance and provided care and comfort in another. He recognized that these people are special and thanked them for their efforts. The Mayor presented each with a letter of commendation, framed certificate, and gift certificate. Mayor Wilson thanked and acknowledged Olympic Pool Program Manager Chris Chamberlain. He recognized the bond which Dr. Chamberlain has with the staff and his role as their mentor.

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Mayor Wilson called a ten minute recess at 7:46 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:59 p.m. with all Council members in attendance.

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Parks and Community Services Director Jeff Eorio presented the report on the Tri –Valley Community Television Board of Directors Appointment. Mayor Wilson asked if he was comfortable with the applicant’s qualifications. Mr. Eorio responded yes. Cm. Perkins asked if the Board has changed their by-laws regarding membership. Mr. Eorio responded that they are waiting for the Board to make the by-laws changes. Presently, there are 3 at-large members (collectively appointed by the city representatives) and 4 city appointees, one from each agency. This creates a seven member rather than an eleven member Board. Cm. Hudson asked the length of the term. Mr. Eorio noted that it is a
2 year term which will expire in April 2007. Mayor Wilson asked if the Board will have a quorum prior to the by-laws changes. Mr. Eorio stated yes.

Cm. Hudson’s motion to appoint Renée Boone to the Community Television Board of Directors for a term ending in April 2007 was seconded by Cm. Perkins and passed 4-0.

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Jim Blickenstaff submitted his resignation to the Open Space and Conservation Advisory Committee (OSCAC). He felt that the recent changes to the OSCAC by-laws have severely restricted the Committee’s breath and scope and that it no longer serves as an effective tool for open space conservation. He commented that the Council’s actions, in accepting these changes, are contrary to the General Plan’s mandate. Mayor Wilson thanked Mr. Blickenstaff for his service.

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Cm. Perkins’ motion to approve the April 12, 2005 minutes was seconded by Cm. Rowley and passed 4-0.

Cm. Hudson requested that staff review the Council’s statements regarding the Urban Limit Line (page 8, lines 27-35) for accuracy and completeness. He was satisfied that the essence of their statements are represented. Cm. Perkins thought that Plan C Plus with East County amendments (line 31) was clear. Cm. Hudson’s motion to approve the April 26, 2005 minutes was seconded by Cm. Rowley and passed 4-0.

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Cm. Hudson’s motion to adopt consent calendar items 8.1 through 8.4 was seconded by Cm. Rowley and
passed 4-0.

Resolution No. 2005-54 – Adopting Findings to Commit Funds in the City’s Traffic Improvement, Child Care, City Beautification, and Creek Mitigation Funds for the Period Ending June 30, 2004.

Resolution No. 2005-55 – Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement with McNevin Cleaning Specialist, Inc. for providing routine carpet and upholstery cleaning services at City maintained facilities in an annual amount not to exceed $55,000.

Resolution No. 2005-56 – Accepting Certain Road and Stormdrain Improvements on Windemere Parkway, Albion Road, Bellingham Square, South Bellingham Way, and Z Street (Rockhampton Road) (RA 1102) for Maintenance (Windemere BLC Land Development Co., LLC).

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By Athan, the City Attorney, gave the report. He prepared a resolution per the Government Code which specifies "identity and apprehension". He noted that Danville has added "conviction" to their resolution. He remarked that the reward can be offered for one year and renewed by the Council if desired. He added that, if the reward is paid, there is a provision that the City can collect funds from the culprit or his/her parents.

Cm. Perkins asked how we determine the "identity" in order to pay the reward and if a conviction is required. The City Attorney replied that a conviction is not required. He added that the Council decides to grant the reward. Cm. Perkins asked, if an arrest is made and due to lack of evidence there is no conviction, what would happen. Mr. Athan replied that the City can decide to provide the reward. Mayor Wilson was curious how Danville included the conviction stipulation. Mr. Athan said that usually the reward is paid on "arrest and conviction".

Cm. Perkins’ motion to approve Resolution No. 2005-57 was seconded by Cm. Hudson and passed 4-0.

Mayor Wilson informed those in the audience about the All Wars Memorial (AWM) paver program. The pavers are available to commemorate a veteran or family members who lost a family member in a war. The pavers are intended to honor the sacrifice of all who participated in keeping the United States free. The pavers cost $250 each. Interested persons should contact the All Wars Memorial or the City.

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Phil Wong, Planning Services Director, gave the report. He noted that State law requires an annual report concerning the progress on implementation of the General Plan and its policies. This report helps the City to set priorities and provides a work plan for future budgeting. With the Council’s acceptance, the report will be forwarded to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research and the Department of Housing. There were no questions from the Council.

Cm. Hudson’s motion to accept the Annual Report was seconded by Cm. Perkins and passed 4-0. Mayor Wilson encouraged the Council to provide staff with additional concerns and feedback.

The staff report was presented by Phil Wong, Planning Services Director. The Settlement Agreement requires the City to cooperate with the annexation of these properties into the City. This includes a portion of Gale Ranch II and Windemere Phase IV. He stated that the prezoning designation is consistent with the City’s zoning. Upon annexation, the City will be able to receive property tax revenues. Mr. Wong asked the Council to take action in two separate motions.

Cm. Perkins asked how long it will take, after the May 24^th Council meeting, for LAFCO to complete the action. Jennifer White, Dougherty Valley Project Planner, responded that the process from Planning Commission to Council to LAFCO to the state takes about six months. Cm. Perkins noted that the City will start getting property taxes associated with this area in July 2006. Ms. White stated that the territory will be within the City’s boundary on January 1, 2006 but the actual funds will not be received until December 2006.

Cm. Hudson clarified the required Council action. The City Attorney noted that this type of resolution (annexation) requires a public hearing. Mayor Wilson opened the public hearing. There was no public comment. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Cm. Hudson moved that the Council has considered the County’s Dougherty Valley Specific Plan (1996) and the 2004 Addendum to the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the purpose of complying with the California Environmental Quality Act and moved the intent to adopt the prezoning 05-600-002 at the May 24, 2005 Council meeting. Cm. Perkins seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.

Mayor Wilson opened the public hearing for the initiation of proceedings to LAFCO. There was no public comment. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Cm. Hudson’s motion to adopt resolution No. 2005- (next in line) authorizing the Mayor to sign and submit the necessary application and fees to the Local Agency Formation Commission was seconded by Cm. Perkins and passed 4-0.

Repeal of Debt Establishment Time Limit for the San Ramon Redevelopment Plan Amendment.

The staff report was presented by Marc Fontes, Economic Development Director. He informed the Council that the Redevelopment Plan has three time elements: the life of the Plan, the time limit to incur debt, and the time limit to repay the debt. He noted that the Redevelopment Plan is undergoing a Plan Amendment. He added that repeal of the debt establishment time limit would provide the Agency with additional time to incur debt. The current time limit is
May 27, 2007.

Cm. Perkins asked what happens to the tax increment at the end of the Plan. Mr. Fontes responded that the distribution of the property tax reverts to the original taxing agency. Mayor Wilson asked if all of the taxes will come to the City. Mr. Fontes responded that the City will receive only its original share as though there were no Redevelopment project area. Cm. Rowley clarified that the new date for the redevelopment plan would be
May 27, 2027. Mayor Wilson asked if this date could be extended. Mr. Fontes responded that there are a few possibilities. The City could select a ten year option which requires increasing the affordable housing fund to 25% of annual tax increment revenue instead of the 20% currently required. Cm. Hudson questioned the ordinance procedure. Mr. Fontes responded that the procedure is to introduce the ordinance at the May 10^th meeting and adopt it at the May 24^th Council meeting.

Mayor Wilson opened the public hearing for the initiation of proceedings to LAFCO. There was no public comment. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Cm. Hudson’s moved that the Council repeal the debt establishment time limit for the San Ramon Redevelopment Plan by introducing for adoption the attached summary ordinance at the
May 24, 2005 meeting. The ordinance approves and adopts the Third Amendment to the San Ramon Redevelopment Project Area Plan. The motion was seconded by Cm. Rowley and passed 4-0. Reading of the ordinance text was waived unanimously by the Council.

The City Manager asked the Council to review the September 2005 special event calendar and notify Jeff Eorio or Sue Brooks of any schedule conflicts. Cm. Perkins requested that the grand opening of the Community Center/Library be changed to September 27, 2005 due to his business conflicts the week of September 18-22, 2005.

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Cm. Rowley reported that she was pleased to attend the May 5, 2005 Knights of Columbus dinner which honored Officers Jeff Schultz and Denton Carlson. The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District honored fire fighter/paramedic Mike Mohun. The Knights recognized police and fire fighters in the five cities of Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon and Danville.

Cm. Perkins stated that the City is sponsoring a Household Hazardous Waste event on May 14, 2005. Information is available on the City’s website. He informed the Council that the City is also planning six e-waste (electronic waste) events during June through September. Three events will be scheduled for weekends and three events on week days. There will be no charge for San Ramon residents but an appointment is required. San Ramon businesses will also be accommodated. He encouraged residents to properly dispose of their e-waste.

Cm. Hudson reported that staff will present the San Ramon Transit Plan to the CCCTA Board of Directors on
May 19, 2005. He requested that the Council submit comments to either Cm. Perkins or to him. Cm. Hudson told the Council that Lisa Bobadilla and he attended the California Transit Legislative Conference. He distributed copies of pending legislation to the Council. He directed the Council to read Torlakson’s 571 which deals with circumventing local control. No definition for "transit village" is provided but Cm. Hudson thought that ¼ mile is a key factor.

Cm. Hudson asked the Council to make a decision regarding their support for Proposition 42. He suggested that this be accomplished through the Mayors’ Conference.

He also reviewed the Urban Limit Line (ULL) issues discussed at the Board of Supervisor’s meeting. He felt that the Board is not being reasonable. He added that the next issue will be whether CCTA will vote to fund the EIR.

Cm. Perkins reminded the Council that the Board of Supervisors approved the Dougherty Valley plan for 11,000 homes and approved 800-1,000 homes for Tassajara. The County has also approved other areas in the County but now then states that they "need to hold the ULL" and restrict cities from approving their projects.

Cm. Hudson clarified that the only supervisor who got it "right" is Mary Piepho. She supported what the cities voted for in terms of the Plan C Plus Plus option. The Mayor remarked that 19 cities voted one way and four Supervisors ignored their that vote.

Mayor Wilson reminded the Council of the Mayor’s Cup Fitness Challenge which will be held on May 15th at ClubSport at 1:00 p.m. He invited the Council to watch San Ramon defeat Danville. The purpose of the Challenge is to promote physical fitness month. He thanked ClubSport for giving San Ramon the opportunity to promote physical fitness and good health.

There being no further business, Mayor Wilson adjourned the meeting at 8:48 p.m.

Signed:
H. Abram Wilson, Mayor
Patricia Edwards, Interim City Clerk

Approved as corrected at the May 10, 2005 City Council meeting, 3-0, Councilmember Rowley absent, Vice Mayor Livingstone abstain.