a. Adopt a resolution adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and certifying the environmental document to subdivide land and construct 49 single-family homes adjacent to Central Avenue;

b. Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment (GPA) 15-004;

c. Introduce an ordinance establishing development standards for Planned Development - Residential District 15-001 and amending the Zoning District Map of the City of Livermore and approving a development agreement between the City of Livermore and Signature Homes to subdivide land and construct 49 single-family homes adjacent to Central Avenue;

d. Adopt a resolution approving Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM 8277) (Subdivision 15-004), Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 15-014; Certificate of Appropriateness 16-001; and the summary vacation of a portion of the public right-of-way on Northfront Road adjacent to the project.

Senior Planner Benjamin Murray presented the staff report.

Vice Mayor Gary opened the public hearing.

John Stein, Livermore, spoke regarding density, small lots, set-backs, lack of greenery, and the need for a better design and open space; and said the development should be more compatible with surrounding developments in the area.

Andrew Barker, Livermore, spoke regarding the housing affordability crisis in Livermore and said the high fees charged to developers were ultimately passed on to the homebuyer. He supported approval of the project.

Connie Kopps, Livermore, said she didn't like building in that area being so close to the Springtown area and said density in that area should be addressed.

There were no more speakers and the hearing was closed.

In response to questions by VM Gary, Mr. Murray said it was typical for a small lot, single family development to have higher floor-area ratios and smaller set-backs and yards than traditional developments. He said the project went through design review before the Planning Commission; there were a number of design comments that were reflected in the conditions of approval. He said the project was located approximately one mile west of the Springtown Golf Course.

In response to questions by CM Woerner, Mr. Murray said the project was similar to The Vines, Magnolia Place, and The Reserve projects. He added that the project would have a homeowner's association to maintain the internal landscape.

In response to questions by CM Spedowfski, Mr. Murray said Signature Homes had hosted two neighborhood meetings prior to the project going before the Planning Commission. Signature Homes responded to comments by replacing duplex units with single family detached homes, and had shifted the open space towards Central Avenue for greater community benefit. He said there were no speakers at the Planning Commission public hearing and remaining funds were an estimate of specific improvements to the tot lot at the park.

CM Spedowfski said the project would be an improvement to the site.

In response to questions by CM Turner, Mr. Murray said the shortest driveway in the project was four feet and the narrowest set-back between houses was six feet.

CM Woerner requested there be adequate landscaping to minimize the visual effect of the sound wall and discourage graffiti.

VM Gary spoke in support of the project. He said the City was trying to balance economic constraints, including the cost of land and permits, to the cost of housing. He said there would be tradeoffs as the City did infill projects. He said the project became better through the process of public and Planning Commission input and the project would be an improvement to the area. He said the project would bring about a different housing product type that the City was trying to diversify.

IT WAS MOVED BY CM SPEDOWFSKI AND SECONDED BY CM WOERNER TO APPROVE STAFF RECOMMENDATION AND TO AMEND THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO INCLUDE THE APPLICANT SHALL MODIFY THE LANDSCAPE PLAN TO HIDE THE SOUND WALLS WITH LANDSCAPE TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PRACTICAL.

CM Turner said the project would be good for the community; however, she could not support a project where it was impossible to park in your driveway and said it was a disservice to the neighborhood. She didn't want a neighborhood where cars were all parked on the street.

In response to questions by CM Woerner and CM Turner, Mr. Murray said the project had a very shallow apron off of the driveways that provided access into the garages. He said staff had not received any complaints from the Shea project.

In response to questions by CM Spedowfski, Mr. Murray said there were dedicated on-street parking spaces in addition to garage parking. He said there would be approximately three parking spaces for each home that included parking on-street and on the frontage of the project.

VM GARY CALLED FOR THE VOTE.

ON THE MOTION OF CM SPEDOWFSKI, SECONDED BY CM WOERNER AND CARRIED ON A 3-1 VOTE (CM TURNER VOTING NO), THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS AND INTRODUCED THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCE WITH THE AMENDMENT TO THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO INCLUDE "THE APPLICANT SHALL MODIFY THE LANDSCAPE PLAN TO HIDE THE SOUND WALLS WITH LANDSCAPE TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PRACTICAL" IN THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.

Resolution 2016-078 adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and certifying the environmental document to subdivide land and construct 49 single-family homes adjacent to Central Avenue. General Plan Amendment (GPA) 15-004; Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM 8277 (SUB15-004); General Plan Consistency Determination 16-001; Planned Development - Residential (PD-R) 15-001; Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 15-014; Development Agreement (DA) 15-002; and Certificate of Appropriateness 16-001.

Resolution 2016-079 approving General Plan Amendment GPA 15-004).

Ordinance introduced establishing development standards for Planned Development - Residential (PD-R) District 15-001 and amending the Zoning District Map of the City of Livermore and approving a Development Agreement (15-002) between the City of Livermore and Signature Homes to subdivide land and construct 49 single-family homes adjacent to Central Avenue.

Resolution 2016-080 approving Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM 8277 (SUB15-004); Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 15-014; Certificate of Appropriateness 16-001; and the summary vacation of a portion of the public right-of-way on Northfront Road adjacent to the project.

VM GARY REORDERED THE AGENDA TO HEAR ITEMS 6.02 AND 7.01 PRIOR TO ITEMS 6.01 AND 6.03.

6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION

6.02 Discussion and direction regarding the Asset Management Program for pavement.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council direct staff to utilize a risk-based prioritization approach for pavement management in the development of the Asset Management Program.

City Engineer Cheri Sheets presented the staff report.

THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED STAFF TO:

1. Proceed with incorporating a risk based prioritization approach for pavement management.
2. Consider the costs and consequences of incorporating a minimum PCI for residential/local streets.
3. Include in future reports not just the average PCI of the entire network but rather the actual distribution of PCI in each category of roadway segment.
4. Review the modality rating (bikes in particular) reflect the higher consequence of failure if a bike hits a pothole or encounters degraded pavement.

7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS AND MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY MANAGER, CITY ATTORNEY, STAFF, AND COUNCIL MEMBERS

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

Wheels CM Spedowfski said on June 27, 2016 he attended the Projects and Services committee meeting. He reported that two Livermore schools had been selected for a Measure BB pilot program for student transit.

Recycled Water Program The City Council directed staff to prepare a future agenda item regarding the recycled water program.

League of California Cities (LOCC) CM Turner said on June 22-23, 2016 she attended the executive forum, saying medicinal marijuana had been a hot topic of discussion.

Mayor's State of the City Address CM Turner said on June 23, 2016 she attended the presentation.

Relay For Life CM Turner said on June 25, 2016 she represented the City at the Livermore Relay for Life at Livermore High School.

Responding to comments made during Citizens Forum, the City Council indicated that they were not experiencing difficulty downloading electronic meeting materials. City Clerk Susan Neer said the City was evaluating a new agenda management system that would help address any issues.

Mayor's State of the City Address VM Gary said on June 23, 2016 he attended the presentation. He suggested posting the video recording on the City's website.

Livermore Downtown Inc. VM Gary said he attended the monthly meeting where there was discussion regarding the Fourth of July fireworks celebration.

Assistant City Manager Jenny Haruyama City Manager Marc Roberts expressed appreciation to Ms. Haruyama for her service at the City of Livermore and wished her well as City Manager for the City of Scotts Valley.

AT 8:37 PM CM WOERNER RECUSED HIMSELF FROM ITEMS 6.01 AND 6.03 AND LEFT THE MEETING.

6.01 Discussion and direction regarding the First Street Land Study.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council provide direction to staff to initiate a General Plan Amendment to transition the central portion of the First Street Corridor Land Use Study Area from service commercial to residential.

Senior Planner Christine Rodrigues presented the staff report.

Vice Mayor Gary invited public comment.

Andrew Barker, Livermore, spoke in support of changing the land use to residential. He said First Street should be narrowed in this area and pedestrian improvements should be added.

John Stein, Livermore, said there were no parks or school access for children close to the parcel and the financial analysis understated the cost to the City. He said residential wasn't compatible with the site and did not support dual use.

Guy Houston, Valley Oak Partners, spoke regarding the study and community outreach for the project. He said the recommended action for a partial general plan amendment would best address the objectives of the community and the study area of the stakeholders in addition to benefitting the downtown.

Connie Kopps, Livermore, said Livermore's infrastructure was too old to handle new development, existing neighborhoods didn't want high density housing, and the entire population needed to be considered.

In response to questions by CM Spedowfski, Community and Economic Development Director Stephan Kiefer said the general plan amendment could return to the City Council in Fall 2016. As this was an active application, entitlement for the project could occur between late 2016 and early 2017.

CM Spedowfski said he supported approval of this item.

CM Turner spoke regarding her concerns for improved safety on First Street and especially the intersection at Portola. She requested bike lanes on both sides of First Street. She supported fast-tracking the application as it had been submitted in 2013.

VM Gary said this was the right overlay or dual zone to consider for the site. He said within Livermore's infill housing standards, converting all or part would be better social use for quality of life in Livermore. He spoke regarding safe pedestrian and bicycle access over the railroad overpass for access to the downtown and traffic safety. He questioned the dual land use designation over the auto businesses. He spoke regarding the urban growth boundary and the development of land within the limits.

ON THE MOTION OF VM GARY, SECONDED BY CM SPEDOWFSKI AND CARRIED ON A 3-0 VOTE, THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED STAFF TO PROCEED WITH THE RECOMMENDED ACTION.

6.03 Discussion and direction regarding the Community Council Energy Joint Powers Authority.

Recommendation: Staff recommended the City Council provide direction.

City Attorney Jason Alcala presented the staff report. He requested the City Council direct staff to incorporate any changes at this time; the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) agreement would return for final Council approval in October at which time no further amendments could be made.

CM Spedowfski described the process of the JPA's development. He requested that clarification be made as to who could withdraw from the JPA. He said he supported the City joining the JPA.

CM Turner said she was in favor of joining the JPA.

VM Gary said the deal was very complicated. He requested more information including the City's obligations and what the exit strategy would be. He referred to the JPA and expressed concerns regarding the stated policy for the cause of removal of directors (4.2.2) and the policy for the Executive Committee (4.6).

THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED STAFF TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY.

8. ADJOURNMENT - at 9:22 pm to a regular City Council meeting on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 7:00 pm, Council Chambers, 3575 Pacific Avenue, Livermore.

APPROVED:
JOHN P. MARCHAND, MAYOR

ATTEST:
SUSAN NEER, CITY CLERK

The above are brief summary minutes of the June 27, 2016 City Council meeting. A complete recording of the meeting is available at the City Clerk's Office and at the following web site: www.cityoflivermore.net/citygov/clerk/archive/default.htm