Livermore public meetings in 2023
20 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several items including a new ordinance for graffiti abatement and updates to airport regulations. The agenda also includes a construction contract for Railroad Avenue street improvements and a low-income housing agreement in the Arroyo Vista neighborhood.
- Low-income housing agreement for a 435-unit subdivision in the Arroyo Vista neighborhood
- $1,849,844 construction contract with Redgwick Construction Company for Railroad Avenue improvements
- Ordinance to add Chapter 8.21 regarding the summary abatement of graffiti
- Contract amendment increasing PlaceWorks, Inc. funding to $3,026,000 for General Plan updates
- Sole sourcing approval for equipment in the Water Reclamation Plant UV project
Commission for the Arts
The Commission for the Arts will review a Dynamic Public Art Series proposal by Trent Thompson. Members will also consider appointing subcommittees for Senior Art Awards and the Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee.
- Dynamic Public Art Series proposal presentation by Trent Thompson
- Appointment of a subcommittee to review Senior Art Awards applications
- Appointment of new Commissioners to the Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee
- Discussion regarding next steps and deliverables for Commission subcommittees
Meeting used for Word Plug in Training
The Livermore City Council will consider an ordinance to allow certain accessory dwelling units to be used as short-term rentals. The council also plans to review several contract amendments, including library carpet replacement and water plant construction support. Additionally, a grant for a conservation easement on Diranne Ranch is up for consideration.
- Ordinance allowing ADUs built before 2020 to be used as short-term rentals
- $430,163 contract for carpet replacement at the Civic Center Library
- Contract increase to $231,026 for Water Reclamation Plant construction support
- $145,810 grant for a conservation easement on Diranne Ranch
- Acceptance of public improvements for 17 homes at 2855 Old First Street
Airport Commission
The Commission will consider a resolution regarding the Surface Mining Permit (SMP) 38, 39, 40 Project. Additionally, members will review aircraft operations and noise concern statistics from July and August 2023.
- Resolution for Surface Mining Permit (SMP) 38, 39, 40 Project compatibility
- Review of July and August 2023 aircraft operations and noise concerns
- Approval of August 7, 2023, draft meeting minutes
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees is reviewing the library's Patron Conduct Policy to provide input on suggested changes. The board will also discuss information for an upcoming City Council update and receive reports on September 2023 library statistics and programs.
- Review of the Library's Patron Conduct Policy
- Preparation for the January 22, 2024 City Council update
- Presentation on Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month activities
- Report on September 2023 library statistics
- Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will review an updated library registration policy. The meeting also includes reports on the 2023 Summer Reading Program, media literacy lectures, and August 2023 library statistics.
- Review of the Library's Registration Policy
- Recap of the Media Literacy Lecture Series
- Report on the 2023 Summer Reading Program
- Report on August 2023 library activities
- Report on August 2023 library statistics
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to amend the development agreement for the Lassen Road townhome project. The commission will also review a consistency determination regarding a public sewer easement vacation for a Chick-fil-A development.
- Amendment of Development Agreement 18-001 for the Lassen Road townhome project
- Vacation of a public sewer easement for the Chick-fil-A development project
- Approval of May 17, 2022, and May 24, 2022, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request for an RV and boat storage facility. The project includes a 1,200 square foot office building on a vacant parcel. Staff recommends approving the site plan design review and finding the project exempt from CEQA.
- Site Plan Design Review for RV and boat storage at 4528 Contractor's Place
- Proposed 1,200 square foot office building
Commission for the Arts
The Commission for the Arts is reviewing grant recommendations for local arts programs and organizations. This includes a mini grant for Cantabella Children's Chorus and larger project grants for City Council approval. The Commission will also discuss establishing a purpose statement for its subcommittees.
- Mini Grant recommendation of up to $1,000 for Cantabella Children's Chorus
- Up to $10,000 grant recommendation for Las Positas College Foundation Literary Arts Festival
- Up to $10,000 grant recommendation for Leandra Ramm's Centuries In The Hours concerts
- Up to $5,800 grant recommendation for Livermore Art Association Spring Art Program
Airport Commission
The Airport Commission will review aircraft operations and noise concerns from April, May, and June 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of draft minutes from the June 5, 2023, meeting.
- Approval of June 5, 2023, draft minutes
- Review of April, May, and June 2023 airport activity and aircraft operations
- Review of noise concerns for April, May, and June 2023
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will review several reports including the 2023 AARP Tax-Aide Initiative. The meeting also includes updates on the 2023 Livermore Reads Together, the Summer Reading Program, and April 2023 library statistics and activities.
- Report on the 2023 American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Tax-Aide Initiative
- Recap report for 2023 Livermore Reads Together
- Report related to 2023 Summer Reading Program
- Library statistics report for April 2023
- Report on library activities for April 2023
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will review a demonstration of the new Topaz OCR system. The meeting includes resolutions to honor Board Members Chopra and Pontau for their service. The board will also receive reports on library statistics and activities from May through July 2023.
- Resolution honoring Board Member Chopra
- Resolution honoring Board Member Pontau
- Demonstration of the new Topaz OCR system
- Report on the Community Connections Initiative
- Library statistics report for May, June, and July 2023
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will receive Brown Act training from the City Attorney's Office. The Board will consider resolutions honoring Board Members Chopra and Pontau for their service. Staff will also present reports on the new Topaz OCR system and May 2023 library statistics.
- Resolution honoring Board Member Chopra
- Resolution honoring Board Member Pontau
- Demonstration of the new Topaz OCR System
- Report on Community Connections Initiative
- May 2023 library statistics and activities
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to develop an industrial building on Armstrong Street featuring approximately 52,140 square feet of warehouse space and 4,000 square feet of office space. The meeting also includes public comments regarding sewer infrastructure for the South Livermore Valley Specific Plan and a review of draft land use alternatives for the General Plan Update.
- Site Plan Design Review for industrial building on Armstrong Street
- Public comment on South Livermore Valley sewer infrastructure SEIR
- Review of Draft Land Use Alternatives for the General Plan Update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposed amendments to the Development Code regarding warehousing and distribution facilities. The commission will also consider changes to exempt certain home occupations from permit requirements.
- Development Code Amendment 22-002 relating to warehousing and distribution facilities
- Amendment to Development Code Section 6.02.060.A regarding home occupation permit exemptions
- Isabel Neighborhood Specific Plan progress update and proposed amendments
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive public comments regarding an Environmental Impact Report for the Surface Mining Permit 38, 39, and 40 Project. The commission will also consider a resolution to vacate a storm drain easement along Veteran’s Way for commercial development. Additionally, members will elect the 2023 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson.
- Public comment on Environmental Impact Report for Surface Mining Permit 38, 39, and 40 Project
- Vacation of storm drain easement along Veteran’s Way
- Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Approval of the 2023 meeting calendar
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation regarding the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The action involves recommending that the City Council adopt the element and find it exempt from CEQA guidelines.
- Hearing to consider recommending adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element (GPA23-002)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a downtown design review to remodel a historic building for a new restaurant with an outdoor dining patio. The commission will also hear a request for a variance regarding a second-story addition setback.
- Downtown Design Review (DDR 22-001) for a historic building at 2324 Second St.
- Variance (VAR 22-001) request for a 10-foot side property line setback
Commission for the Arts
The Commission for the Arts is considering the appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications. Members will also discuss establishing purposes for updated subcommittees.
- Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications
- Discussion regarding the purpose of updated subcommittees
- Approval of July 25, 2023, meeting minutes
Commission for the Arts
The Commission for the Arts will discuss aligning ad hoc committees with its priorities. Members will also consider participation in a library display and receive an update on community events.
- Approval of June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Alignment of ad hoc committees with Commission priorities
- Participation in the Livermore Cultural Arts Council display at the Civic Center Library
- Update on Arts Across the Community events