Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Presiding: Vice Mayor Boozé · Called to order: 6:51 p.m. · 7 items · 23 votes · 17 public comments
What happened
- Approved 14 routine items including $800,000 increase for Transit Village parking structure contract.
- Approved ban on alcohol billboards within 500 feet of schools.
- Rejected all bids for stormwater treatment upgrades and will restart bidding process.
- Heard proposal to rename Western Drive north of I-580 to Stenmark Drive with no vote.
- Approved contract with Godbe Research for public opinion polling services.
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Governance(4 items)
Respond to county grand jury report on city's financial risk assessment
In Plain English
The county grand jury investigated how well the city manages financial risks and issued recommendations. State law requires cities to formally respond to grand jury reports within 90 days. If approved, the city accepts some recommendations and explains why it disagrees with others.
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Votes
Refer item to Finance Committee or hold study session with full City Council to hear full report and come up with resolution
6 to 0
Ban alcohol billboards within 500 feet of schools
In Plain English
The city currently allows alcohol advertising on billboards throughout town, including near schools. This new law prohibits alcohol billboards within 500 feet of any school property. If approved, existing billboards near schools must be removed or changed to non-alcohol advertising.
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Votes
Introduce ordinance for first reading to ban alcohol billboards near schools
6 to 0
Rename Western Drive north of I-580 to Stenmark Drive
In Plain English
The city proposes honoring Captain J. O. Stenmark by renaming part of Western Drive after him. The change affects only the portion of Western Drive north of Interstate 580. If approved, residents and businesses on that stretch get new addresses and must update their information with banks, employers, and delivery services.
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Oppose appeals to modify alcohol license conditions at 2 local markets
In Plain English
Val Mar Market and Family Market want to change or remove restrictions on their alcohol licenses. The city previously placed conditions on these licenses, likely limiting hours or requiring security measures. If the city's opposition succeeds, the current restrictions remain in place at both stores.
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Votes
Direct city manager to send letter opposing appeals to modify or remove conditions of Alcohol Beverage Licenses for Val Mar Market and Family Market
6 to 0
Contracts(2 items)
Reject all bids for stormwater treatment upgrades and restart bidding process
In Plain English
The city received bids to install new stormwater treatment systems at 1st Street and Cutting Boulevard. All submitted bids failed to meet city requirements or pricing expectations. The city will restart the bidding process to find qualified contractors for these water quality improvements.
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Votes
Reject all bids received for Urban Runoff Treatment Retrofits at 1st Street and Cutting Boulevard and re-advertise project
6 to 0
Contract with Godbe Research for public opinion polling services
In Plain English
The city wants to hire a research firm to conduct surveys and polls about public opinion on city issues. Godbe Research specializes in measuring what residents think about local government policies and services. If approved, the city can commission polls to gauge community support before making major decisions.
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Votes
Approve contract with Godbe Research for public opinion survey research and polling services
6 to 0
Budget(2 items)
Approve annual housing report for federal Housing and Urban Development agency
In Plain English
The city receives federal grants for affordable housing and community development programs. Federal law requires cities to submit an annual performance report showing how grant money was spent and what was accomplished. This report covers the 2012-2013 fiscal year and must be approved before sending to HUD.
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Votes
Close public hearing
6 to 0
Adopt Resolution No. 93-13 approving 2012-2013 CAPER
6 to 0
Authorize borrowing money through short-term notes until tax revenue arrives
In Plain English
Cities collect most tax revenue in spring but need cash year-round for operations. These notes let the city borrow against expected tax income to cover expenses like payroll and utilities. The city appoints Tamalpais Advisors to help manage this routine borrowing process.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 94-13 authorizing issuance and sale of Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes and appointing Tamalpais Advisors Inc. as Financial Advisor
6 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.