Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Presiding: Mayor Butt · Called to order: 6:34 p.m. · 4 items · 14 votes · 10 public comments
What happened
- Approved updated zoning rules and environmental review for General Plan 6-1 (Bates dissenting).
- Approved 9 routine items including $500,000 contract with NEMA Construction for traffic signals.
- Approved $80,000 contract for Point Molate engineering work and paid $21,365 to existing firm.
- Approved limits on landlords using criminal history to screen tenants.
- Heard gas station request to extend alcohol sales until 2 AM.
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Zoning(1 item)
Adopt updated zoning rules and environmental review for General Plan
In Plain English
The city's current zoning code needs updates to match its long-term development plan. This creates an environmental addendum and rewrites Article XV of the zoning rules. If approved, new zoning standards take effect for future development projects.
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Votes
Continue the matter two weeks to allow staff to work with the business community
Approved the item as presented with changes to include addendums and the Coastal/Commercial section for Instructional Services, Community Assembly, Cultural Facilities, Lodging Hotel/Motel; that the IS Overlays 2 and 1 require an AUP, rather than a CUP; and to research the bird safe window glazing
6 to 1
Contracts(2 items)
Pay engineering firm $21,365 and approve new $80,000 contract for Point Molate work
In Plain English
The city owes Nichols Consulting Engineers for past work at Point Molate, the former naval fuel depot being redeveloped. The firm completed engineering studies and site analysis. If approved, the city pays the outstanding bill and hires the same firm for additional Point Molate development work worth $80,000.
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Votes
Approved the payment of $21,364.55 and not extend the contract
7 to 0
Purchase 2 used Ford trucks for parks and facilities maintenance
In Plain English
The city needs replacement vehicles for maintaining parks and city buildings. These 2017 Ford F350 trucks will be used by maintenance crews for hauling equipment and materials. The purchase helps keep city services running smoothly.
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Votes
Approved the purchase of two trucks for $190,000
7 to 0
Governance(1 item)
Review gas station request to extend alcohol sale hours to 2 AM
In Plain English
The ARCO AM/PM at 12890 San Pablo Avenue petitioned the state to sell alcohol until 2 AM instead of the current midnight cutoff. State law requires cities to be notified when businesses request extended hours. The city council can oppose the extension if they have concerns about public safety or neighborhood impacts.
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Housing(1 item)
Limit landlords' use of criminal history in tenant screening
In Plain English
Many landlords currently reject rental applicants based on past criminal convictions. The proposed law restricts what conviction information landlords can consider when screening tenants. If approved, people with criminal records gain better access to rental housing throughout the city.
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Votes
Directed staff to develop an ordinance and review this matter in 12 months
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.