Livermore City Council 11/23/2020

 

CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

CITIZENS FORUM

CONSENT CALENDAR

PUBLIC HEARINGS

MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION

COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED

ADJOURNMENT


CITY COUNCIL


NOVEMBER 23, 2020

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CLOSED SESSION

Pursuant to Governor Newsom's Executive Order N-29-20, members of the City Council and staff participated in this meeting via teleconference. In the interest of maintaining appropriate social distancing, members of the public also participated in this meeting electronically.

CALL TO ORDER - The Closed Session of the City Council was called to order by Mayor John Marchand at 6:30 pm, held via teleconference using Zoom and YouTube.

ROLL CALL - Present: Mayor John Marchand, Vice Mayor Bob Woerner, and Council Members Robert W. Carling, Bob Coomber, and Trish Munro.

OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS.

Mayor Woerner opened the public comment portion of the meeting.

There were no speakers and the comment period was closed.

ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION

1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation. To meet with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4) to decide whether to initiate litigation based on existing facts and circumstances. (One case.)

DL Falk Construction Inc., City of Livermore Civic Center Meeting Hall Project No. 2004-039

2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation. To meet with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2) because there is significant exposure to litigation against the City based on existing facts and circumstances. (One Case.)

DL Falk Construction Inc., City of Livermore Civic Center Meeting Hall Project No. 2004-039 (Claim Number: LIVE-2017-2018-0677-01)

§ 54956.9(e)(2) - Facts and circumstances related to an accident, disaster, incident, or transactional occurrence that might result in litigation against the City and that are known to a potential plaintiff or plaintiffs

Note: This closed session may be continued to the end of the regular meeting.

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REGULAR MEETING

1.

CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor John Marchand at 7:00 pm, held via teleconference using Zoom and YouTube.

1.01 ROLL CALL - Present: Mayor John Marchand, Vice Mayor Bob Woerner, and Council Members Robert W. Carling, Bob Coomber, and Trish Munro.

1.02 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

1.03 REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION

City Attorney Jason Alcala said there was no reportable action.

2.

PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

2.01 Certificate honoring James Doggett for his service on the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board.

Mayor Marchand presented the certificate to James Doggett.

3.

CITIZENS FORUM

Mayor Woerner opened the public comment portion of the meeting.

Marion Adams expressed concern regarding the state of the trees in Livermore.

Nancy, Friends of Tesla Park, requested a letter be sent to the Governor to redesignate Tesla Park as a nature reserve.

Brittni Kiick spoke in support of the Community Asset Management Program Committee geo-caching activity.

Jackie Cota spoke regarding misleading information being provided related to COVID-19.

Karl Wente thanked city staff for their work.

There were no more speakers and the comment period was closed.

4.

CONSENT CALENDAR

Mayor Woerner opened the public comment portion of the meeting.

There were no speakers and the comment period was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF CM MURNO, SECONDED BY CM CARLING, AND CARRIED ON A 5-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR.

4.01 Approval of draft minutes for the July 27, 2020 regular meeting.

4.02 Adopted Ordinance 2110 approving Development Code Text Amendments (DCA)18-001; Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA)18-001 to rescind the following Planned Developments (PD) and Planned Unit Developments (PUD): PUD 116, PDI 06-008, PD 17, PDC 00-195, PDR 01-016, PDI 00-188, PDI 03-003, PDI 01-020 and PDR 01- 001, and replace with Isabel Neighborhood Specific Plan (INSP) zoning; and Annexation - Pre-Zoning (APZ) 18-001.

4.03 Adopted Ordinance 2111 approving Planned Development Amendment (PD18-001) to amend PUD 153-84.

4.04 Adopted Ordinance 2112 approving Planned Development Amendment (PD18-006) to amend PDI 00-181.

4.05 Adopt Ordinance 2113 approving Planned Development Amendment (PD18-007) to amend PDI 01-002.

4.06 Adopted Ordinance 2114 approving Planned Development Amendment (PD18-009) to amend PD 16.

4.07 Adopted Ordinance 2115 amending Planned Development Residential (PD-R) 03-004.

4.08 Resolution 2020-212 awarding the contract and authorizing the execution of an agreement with Golden Bay Construction, Inc. for construction of the 2020 Active Transportation Plan (ATP) Bike Lane Improvements Project, Project No. 2020-28 in an amount not-to-exceed $238,675.

4.09 Resolution 2020-213 authorizing an appropriation of $100,000 of General Funds and authorizing the execution of an agreement with Mydatt Services Inc. dba Block By Block to provide the Livermore Community Ambassador Program, Bio-hazard Clean-up, and Overnight Attendant Services for the Safe Parking Program.

4.10 Resolution 2020-214 approving Parcel Map 10589 (Avance) located at 4260 First Street and authorizing execution of a Subdivision Improvement Agreement.

4.11 Resolution 2020-215 appropriating an additional $621,000 from the General Fund and authorizing the acceptance for permanent maintenance and reduction of the Labor and Materials Bond, and execution of a Notice of Completion for the Livermore Civic Center Meeting Hall, Project No. 2004-39.

4.12 Resolution 2020-216 authorizing the execution of an additional 10 percent in change orders with Granite Rock Company for construction of the Iron Horse Trail - Isabel Avenue to Murrieta Boulevard, Project No. 2017-24.

4.13 Resolution 2020-217 to Supersede City Council Resolution No. 2020-112, authorizing the submission of an application to the State of California Housing and Community Development Department for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds and the approval of an Amended Five-Year Plan for funding allocation years 2019-2023.

4.14 Resolution 2020-218 of intention to dispose of property and authorizing signing of an Negotiating Rights Agreement with Michael Messinger to negotiate a sales agreement for the property located at 2324 Second Street.

4.15 Resolution 2020-219 accepting the Altamont Landfill Open Space Committee's recommendation to fund the Nature Conservancy's grant request to contribute $200,000 toward an option for the acquisition of the N3 Cattle Ranch.

4.16 Resolution 2020-220 authorizing the execution of Project and Program Grant Agreements with Livermore Shakespeare Festival, Livermore Art Association, Livermore Valley Opera, and the Pacific Chamber Orchestra.

4.17 Approval of the La Botica Tequila Bar Mural at 2086 First Street.

5.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

5.01 Hearing to consider development of 186 town home units ranging from two and three stories. The project proposes to change the General Plan designation of two vacant parcels totaling approximately 35 acres from the existing land use designations of Low Intensity Industrial, Service Commercial, and Limited Agriculture to Urban Medium High Residential and Open Space. The proposed residential project includes roads, street lighting, landscaping, and other public improvements, and the preservation of 23 acres of open space.

. Location: Lassen Road, northwest of I 580 and the First Street overpass (APNs: 902 000800202 and 099 002300800)

. Site Area: 35± acres

. Applicant: Adam Tennant, WestGate Ventures

. Application Numbers: General Plan Amendment (GPA) 18 003; Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) 8454, Subdivision (SUB) 18 001; Planned Development Residential (PD R) 18 003; Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 18 003; Development Agreement (DA) 18 001; and Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 20 001.

. Zoning: Planned Unit Development (PUD) 105 80 and PUD 88 81

. General Plan: Limited Agriculture (LDAG) and Service Commercial (SC)

. Historic Status: None

. CEQA: A Mitigated Negative Declaration under the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) will be considered.

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Recommendation: The Planning Commission and staff recommended the City Council take the following actions to authorize the future development of 186 townhomes on a portion of the project site:

1. Adopt a Resolution adopting the Lassen Road Townhomes Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);

2. Adopt a Resolution approving General Plan Amendment (GPA18-003), Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) 8454 (SUB18-001), and Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 18-003;

3. Introduce an ordinance adopting Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 20-001, establishing Planned Development Residential (PD-R) 18-003; and

4. Introduce an ordinance approving Development Agreement (DA) 18-001.

Senior Planner Andy Ross presented the staff report.

Applicant Adam Tenant, Westgate Ventures, provided a presentation.

Mayor Marchand opened the public hearing.

John Dalrymple spoke regarding concerns related to equity and sustainability and requested the Council not approve the item and requested a full Environment Impact Report (EIR) be completed.

Tamera Reus, Friends of Open Space and Vineyards, expressed support for the project and praised the consideration of open space, vineyards, and the urban growth boundary.

William Mumby, Adams Broadwell, urged the Council not to approve the project and said a full EIR should be done before being considered for approval.

David Lunn expressed support for the project and the added trail element.

Matt Chaidez expressed support for the project and the housing it would provide.

Lori Souza expressed support for the project including the open space and trail connections.

Karl Wente expressed support for the item and the housing it would provide.

Evan Branning spoke in support of the project including the housing, trail improvements, and open space.

Drew Felker stated that the project seemed like a good use of land for Livermore.

Gregory Davis thanked the City and developer for incorporating the trail crossing.

Anna Belaustegui did not support the project, she asked what the town homes would cost and expressed concerns over traffic.

Allie Felker expressed support of the project and its design.

Lynn Naylor, Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership group, expressed support for the project, along with the affordable housing, trail crossing, and open space components.

JJR expressed concerns about the timing of the traffic analysis and the trees in the median.

Brittni Kiick expressed support for the development.

Kyle Kline expressed support for housing that younger families can afford.

Lex Kline expressed support for the project, trails, and affordable housing.

There were no more speakers and the hearing was closed.

In response to questions from CM Munro, Mr. Ross confirmed that this development would only minorly affect traffic; existing traffic issues would need a separate solution.

In response to questions from the Mayor, Mr. Ross confirmed that substantial revisions had not been made to the project that would require a new CEQA document.

In response to questions from the Mayor, Mr. Tenant confirmed he had spoken with Mr. Dalrymple early in the process and informed him that his company was an advisor to the property owner and not a builder and therefore not in a position to discuss subcontractors and labor. When Mr. Dalrymple reached back out to Mr. Tenant more recently, Mr. Tenant stated he had spent time to address his concerns and was confident in the CEQA document.

In response to questions from VM Woerner, Mr. Alcala stated the City believes the environmental document is strong and City Council could vote on the item. Adams Broadwell could take legal action if they disagree.

CM Carling, VM Woerner and Mayor Marchand expressed support for the project.

ON THE MOTION OF CM MUNRO, SECONDED BY CM CARLING AND CARRIED ON A 5-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS AND INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES:

Resolution 2020-221 adopting the Lassen Road Townhomes Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)

Resolution 2020-222 approving General Plan Amendment (GPA18-003), Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) 8454 (SUB18-001), and Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 18-003

Ordinance introduced adopting Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 20-001, establishing Planned Development Residential (PD-R) 18-003.

Ordinance introduced approving Development Agreement (DA) 18-001.

CM Coomber had a medical emergency and excused himself from the meeting.

5.02 Hearing to consider a request to amend Development Agreement No. 05-004 between the City of Livermore and Adventus Corporation to extend the terms for five years for the Catholic High School Project located at 3658 Las Colinas Road.

Recommendation: Introduce an ordinance authorizing the First Amendment to the Development Agreement between the City of Livermore and Adventus Corporation for development of a Catholic High School, extending the terms of the Agreement for five years.

Senior Planner Andy Ross presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand opened the public hearing.

There were no speakers and the hearing was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF VM WOERNER, SECONDED BY CM MUNRO AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE:

Ordinance introduced authorizing the First Amendment to the Development Agreement between the City of Livermore and Adventus Corporation for development of a Catholic High School, extending the terms of the Agreement for five years.

5.03 Hearing to consider amending Livermore Development Code section 6.03.130 regarding solid waste enclosures.

Recommendation: Introduce an ordinance finding the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and approving Development Code Amendment 19-005, Solid Waste and Recycling Container Enclosures.

Recycling Specialist Marisa Gan presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand opened the public hearing.

There were no speakers and the hearing was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF CM CARLING, SECONDED BY VM WOERNER AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE:

Ordinance introduced finding the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and approving Development Code Amendment 19-005, Solid Waste and Recycling Container Enclosures.

5.04 Hearing to consider amending the Livermore Municipal Code and Livermore Development Code to establish short term rental regulations, including permit and noticing requirements and noise standards.

Recommendation: The Planning Commission and staff recommended the City Council introduce an ordinance finding the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and approving Municipal Code Amendment 20-001 and Development Code Amendment 20-007 establishing regulations for short term rentals.

Senior Planner Andy Ross presented the staff report.

In response to questions from the Mayor, Mr. Ross stated that staff did not know how many people have more than one short term rental property. He stated that suspension of a permit would be an administrative task but that permits would be monitored and tracked by a consultant. He also clarified that TOT tax is not currently collected for short term rentals but that this ordinance would require the tax to be paid.

CM Carling spoke in support of limiting each resident to one short term rental, increasing the TOT from 8% to 10% to cover enforcement costs, and limiting rentals to a certain number of days per month/year.

In response to questions from CM Carling, Mr. Roberts recommended monitoring issues that may require enforcement and staff could return to Council in the future to address any issues during the next calendar year. CM Carling suggested returning to City Council after six months.

In response to questions from VM Woerner, Community Development Director Paul Spence confirmed that the City can investigate complaints and revoke the permit if needed.

Mayor Marchand opened the public hearing.

There were no speakers and the hearing was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF VM WOERNER, SECONDED BY CM MUNRO AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE AND DIRECTED STAFF TO CHANGE THE LIMIT TO ONE SHORT TERM RENTAL PER OWNER AND TO RETURN TO COUNCIL FOR REVIEW IN 6 MONTHS:

Ordinance introduced finding the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and approving Municipal Code Amendment 20-001 and Development Code Amendment 20-007 establishing regulations for short term rentals.

5.05 Hearing to consider the second Substantial Amendment to the FY 2019-20 Annual Action Plan, approval of participation in and allocation of the Community Development Block Grant Coronovirus Round 3 funds program in the amount of $549,388, and the appropriation of $806,257 from fund 613.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council adopt a resolution:

1. Approving the Second Substantial Amendment to the FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan;

2. Approving participation in the Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Round 3 (CDBG-CV3) Funds Program in the amount of $549,388;

3. Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Related Documents, Agreements, and Modifications with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the recommended subgrantees; and

4. Appropriating $806,257 of CDBG-CV funds to implement the $256,869 Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) award and the $549,388 CDBG-CV3 award.

Human Services Program Manager Claudia Young presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand opened the public hearing.

Heather Greaux spoke in support of the work done by Open Heart Kitchen.

There were no more speakers and the hearing was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF CM MUNRO, SECONDED BY VM WOERNER AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:

Resolution 2020-223 approving a second substantial amendment to the fiscal year 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan; approving participation in the Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Round 3 (CDBG-CV3) Funds Program in the amount of $549,388; allocating the CDBG-CV3 Funds to respond to COVID-19; appropriating $806,257 from Fund 613; and authorizing the execution of all related documents.

5.06 Hearing to approve the Housing and Human Services Grant priorities.

Recommendation: The Human Services Commission and staff recommend the City Council adopt a resolution approving the Housing and Human Services Grant Priorities.

Management Analyst Grace Streltzov presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand opened the public hearing.

Evan Branning spoke regarding an increased need moving forward due to the COVID-19 pandemic and hoped the City Council would work to meet those needs in the future.

Gina Bonanno expressed appreciation to staff for their work during this time to support vulnerable members of the community.

There were no more speakers and the hearing was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF CM CARLING, SECONDED BY VM WOERNER AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:

Resolution 2020-224 approving the Housing and Human Services Grant Priorities.

6.

MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION

6.01 Oral report from the Director of Emergency Services regarding the COVID-19 emergency, its impacts, and the governmental operations in response to that emergency, as well as discussion and direction regarding the City's emergency operations in response to that emergency.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council receive the report and provide direction regarding governmental operations in response to the COVID-19 emergency.

Director of Emergency Services Marc Roberts presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand invited public comment.

Jackie Cota stated the orders imposed upon the public are illegal and asked if the City has plans in place for businesses who don't comply with the orders. She asked if the City Council has informed businesses that it is illegal to require anyone to wear a mask or to prohibit anyone to enter an establishment based on non-discrimination laws.

Gina Bonanno asked for data on local hospital data and capacity.

Brittni Kiick requested for clarification on the rules for wearing masks during youth sports.

There were no more speakers and the comment period was closed.

THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVED THE UPDATE.

6.02 Resolution ratifying the Director of Emergency Services' Emergency Order 20-8 that rescinded Order No. 20-1 (March 23, 2020) that suspended and extended the time to hear appeals.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council adopt a resolution ratifying the Director of Emergency Services' Emergency Order 20-8 that rescinded Order No. 20-1 (March 23, 2020) that suspended and extended the time to hear appeals.

Director of Emergency Services Marc Roberts presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand invited public comment.

There were no speakers and the comment period was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF VM WOERNER, SECONDED BY CM MUNRO AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:

Resolution 2020-225 ratifying the Director of Emergency Services' Emergency Order 20-8 that rescinded Order No. 20-1 (March 23, 2020) that suspended and extended the time to hear appeals.

6.03 Discussion and appointment of Planning Commission applicant.

Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council discuss and appoint an applicant to the Planning Commission and direct the City Clerk to administer the oath of office at a future date.

Mayor Marchand opened the public comment period.

There were no speakers and the comment period was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF VM WOERNER, SECONDED BY CM CARLING AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINTED STEVEN DUNBAR TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION

6.04 Discussion and direction regarding the process to fill the anticipated City Council vacancy.

Recommendation: Staff recommended City Council provide direction.

City Attorney Jason Alcala presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand opened the public comment period.

There were no speakers and the comment period was closed.

THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVED THE PRESENTATION AND STATED THE NEW COUNCIL WOULD MAKE DECISIONS ON THE PROCESS AT THE DECEMBER 14, 2020 MEETING. THE COUNCIL DIRECTED STAFF TO SOLICITE APPLICATION QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC AND RETURN WITH A LIST OF QUESTIONS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AT THE DECEMBER 14, 2020 MEETING.

6.05 Resolution authorizing an extension of the Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreements (ENRA) with Shakespeare's Associates, Inc. for the development of a black box theater.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing an extension of the Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreements (ENRA) with Shakespeare's Associates, Inc. for the development of a black box theater. Hearing to approve the Housing and Human Services Grant

Deputy City Manager Christine Martin presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand invited public comment.

Katie Marcel, Managing Director of Shakespeare Associates, thanked the City Council for considering the extension of the ENRA.

There were no more speakers and the comment period was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF CM MUNRO, SECONDED BY VM WOERNER AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:

Resolution 2020-238 authorizing an extension of the Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreements (ENRA) with Shakespeare's Associates, Inc. for the development of a black box theater.

6.06 Small Business Assistance Grant Program update and potential changes to eligibility requirements.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council discuss and provide direction regarding potential changes to the Citywide Small Business Assistance Grant Program.

Director of Innovation and Economic Development Adam Van de Water presented the staff report. He provided three possible changes: 1. Eliminating the minimum employee requirement; 2. Reducing the minimum expenditure requirement to $1000 ($500 City reimbursement); and 3. Taking advantage of the Alameda County CARES Act matching funds with a City allocation of up to $1 million.

Mayor Marchand invited public comment.

Brittni Kiick asked if the County funds must be paid by December 30, 2020.

Jesus Orozco asked if the County only has $5 million in funds how they would match all Cities if everyone contributed $1 million.

There were no more speakers and the comment period was closed.

Mr. Roberts clarified that not all City's are applying for the matching funds and the City is confident that the County won't run out of money.

ON THE MOTION OF VM WOERNER, SECONDED BY CM MUNRO AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED STAFF TO IMPLEMENT ALL THREE CHANGES AND AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY.

6.07 Discussion and direction regarding a follow-up letter to Alameda County regarding the development and adoption of solar policies.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council provide direction on draft correspondence to Alameda County regarding solar policies.

Deputy City Manager Christine Martin presented the staff report.

Mayor Marchand invited public comment.

Mike Fredrich urged City Council to adopt the letter and expressed concerns over the Alameda County Aramis project.

Tamara Reus agreed with Mr. Fredrich and urged City Council to send the letter.

Merlin Newton Sr. thanked the City Council for asking Alameda County to create a solar policy before moving forward on solar projects.

Jean King agreed with prior speakers and supported the need for Alameda County to create a solar policy.

Tyler O'Brien agreed with prior speakers and supported the letter being sent to the County of Alameda.

Marisa Mitchell expressed appreciation for the City Council's thoughts and criteria provided in the letter. She stated the Aramis project fulfills the suggested criteria.

Gina Bonanno spoke in support of the letter and recommended criteria.

Brian Yoxall spoke in support of Aramis solar project.

There were no more speakers and the comment period was closed.

ON THE MOTION OF VM WOERNER, SECONDED BY CM MUNRO AND CARRIED ON A 4-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED STAFF TO SEND THE LETTER TO ALAMEDA COUNTY.

7.

COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED

7.01 Council Committee Reports and Matters Initiated by City Manager, City Attorney, Staff, and Council Members.

8.

ADJOURNMENT - at 11:23 pm to special City Council meetings on December 7th at 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM and a regular City Council meeting on December 14, 2020 at 7:00 pm, virtually using Zoom.

APPROVED:

BOB WOERNER, MAYOR

ATTEST:

MARIE WEBER, CITY CLERK