Livermore public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The commission will review a public hearing for the Isabel Crossing project, which includes a site plan, subdivision, conditional use permit, master sign plan amendment, development agreement, specific plan amendment, development code amendment, density bonus waiver, and No Net Loss findings. Staff recommends the commission adopt a consistency determination and forward related resolutions to the City Council. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items to approve May draft minutes.

• Approval of Consistency Determination (CD) 24-004 for Isabel Crossing
• Adoption of Subdivision (SUB) 22-008, Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 24-002, Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 24-003, and Master Sign Plan Amendment (MSP) 24-001
• Approval of Development Agreement (DA) 22-001
• Approval of Specific Plan Amendment (SPPA) 24-001 and Development Code Amendment (DCA) 24-001
• Approval of Density Bonus Waiver and No Net Loss findings

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council approve the Isabel Crossing project, a mixed-use development with residential, commercial, and public spaces. The recommendation includes approvals for the subdivision, conditional use permit, site plan design review, master sign program amendment, development agreement, specific plan amendment, development code amendment, density bonus waiver, and no net loss findings. The commission also approved the consent calendar for prior meeting minutes.

• Approved consent calendar including May 7 and May 21, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 20-24 approving Consistency Determination CD 24-004 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 21-24 for EIR addendum (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 16-24 for subdivision, site plan, CUP, master sign program, density bonus, no net loss, master plan, and alternative affordable plan (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 19-24 for Development Agreement DA 22-001 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 17-24 for Specific Plan Amendment 24-001 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 18-24 for Development Code Amendment 24-001 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve density bonus waiver and incentives, removing waiver no. 9 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending that the City Council find the 2024 Interim Update to the Livermore Active Transportation Plan exempt from CEQA and approve the update. Staff has prepared a draft report and resolution for the commission's review. Other agenda items are routine procedural matters such as the consent calendar and open forum, which do not involve decisions.

• Consideration of the Livermore Active Transportation Plan – 2024 Interim Update (resolution to exempt from CEQA and approve the update)
• Consent Calendar items (routine approvals)
• Open Forum for public comment (no action permitted)

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to adopt resolutions recommending the City Council approve the Livermore Active Transportation Plan – 2024 Interim Update and find it exempt from CEQA. The commission also directed staff to update design guidelines, consider advance funding for Isabel neighborhood projects, collect data there as a pilot, and create a prioritization map. A friendly amendment added outreach attendance numbers and a URL link to the 2018 ATP prioritization.

• Adopted Resolution 12-24 recommending CEQA exemption for ATP interim update (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 13-24 recommending approval of ATP interim update (5-0)
• Directed staff to update Design Guidelines
• Directed staff to consider advance funding for Isabel neighborhood projects
• Directed staff to collect data in Isabel neighborhood as VMT mitigation pilot
• Directed staff to create prioritization map with accomplishable items before next ATP update
• Accepted friendly amendment to add outreach attendance and URL link to 2018 ATP prioritization

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Design Review Modification for a 929-square-foot addition to an existing gas station convenience store at 4530 Las Positas Road, including a drive-through for coffee, drinks, and prepackaged sandwiches. Staff recommends approval and a CEQA exemption.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (CUP 24-005) and Site Plan Design Review Modification (SPDRM 24-011) for a 929 sq ft addition to a gas station convenience store with a drive-through at 4530 Las Positas Road
• Staff recommends finding the project exempt from CEQA under Section 15301(e)(2) (Existing Facilities)
• Project includes sales of coffee, fountain drinks, pastries, and prepackaged sandwiches

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a conditional use permit and site plan design review modification for a 929-square-foot addition to the Rebel Gas convenience store at 4530 Las Positas Road, including a drive-through for coffee, fountain drinks, pastries, and prepackaged sandwiches. The commission also adopted a resolution finding the project exempt from CEQA under Section 15301(e)(2). The approval is subject to conditions of approval and a recommendation to the City Council.

• Approved Resolution 34-24 finding CEQA exemption for Rebel Gas drive-through (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 35-24 approving CUP 24-005 and SPDRM 24-011 for Rebel Gas drive-through (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a development code amendment to include emergency shelters and supportive housing under 'Public and quasi-public' uses, and on two variance requests for a residential fence at 3573 and 3525 Pestana Way. The commission will also consider approving the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes on the consent calendar.

• Development Code Amendment 24-003 to modify the definition of 'Public and quasi-public' use to include emergency shelters and supportive housing
• Variance 24-001 and Variance 24-002 to allow a residential good-neighbor fence within the required driveway setback at 3573 and 3525 Pestana Way
• Approval of the June 4, 2024 Planning Commission draft meeting minutes
• Staff recommends CEQA exemptions for both the code amendment and the variances

The Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve a Development Code Amendment to include emergency shelters and supportive housing in the definition of 'public and quasi-public' use, and approved two fence variances at Pestana Way. The shelter recommendation passed 4-1 with Commissioner Kronzak dissenting, and the fence variances passed 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 28-24 recommending CEQA exemption for DCA 24-003 (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 29-24 recommending approval of DCA 24-003 to include emergency shelters in public/quasi-public use definition (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 30-24 finding CEQA exemption for fence at 3573 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 31-24 approving Variance 24-001 for fence at 3573 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 32-24 approving Variance 24-002 for fence at 3525 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 33-24 finding CEQA exemption for fence at 3525 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Approved June 4, 2024 draft minutes as amended (5-0)

REVISED Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hold a special public hearing to consider a proposed 44-unit single-family residential subdivision called Garaventa Hills. The project includes 38 detached homes and 6 duet/couplet units. Staff recommends the Commission recommend that the City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report and approve the subdivision, subject to conditions including six affordable duet units and an equivalency payment for the remaining affordable housing requirement.

• Public hearing on a Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Site Plan Design Review for the Garaventa Hills project
• 44-unit subdivision: 38 single-family detached and 6 duet/couplet units
• Staff recommends certification of the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) under CEQA
• Proposal includes six affordable duet units and an equivalency payment for the fractional affordable housing requirement
• Planning Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council on approval

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council approve the Garaventa Hills residential project, a 44-unit single-family subdivision with 38 detached units and 6 duet units, along with certifying the Environmental Impact Report. The recommendation includes approving the subdivision and site plan design review, allowing six affordable duet units, and an equivalency payment for the remaining affordable housing requirement. The motion also directs the Planning Manager to file a Notice of Determination.

• Recommended City Council certify the EIR for Garaventa Hills (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Subdivision 13-001 and Site Plan Design Review 13-005 (5-0)
• Recommended allowing six affordable duet units and an equivalency payment (5-0)
• Directed Planning Manager to file Notice of Determination (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Recirculated Partial Draft Environmental Impact Report (RP Draft EIR) for the Garaventa Hills Project, which includes a vesting tentative tract map and site plan design review. No action is required from the commission at this meeting, only acceptance of public input.

• Public hearing to receive comments on the Recirculated Partial Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Garaventa Hills Project (includes Vesting Tentative Tract Map 8094 and Site Plan Design Review 13-005)

The Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive comments on the Recirculated Partial Draft Environmental Impact Report (RP Draft EIR) for the Garaventa Hills Project. No action was taken, as staff recommended only receiving comments. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no consent calendar, project review, or other substantive decisions.

• Received public comments on RP Draft EIR for Garaventa Hills Project (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to demolish, reconstruct, and expand an existing supportive housing facility. Staff recommends approving the project and exempting it from California Environmental Quality Act review.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP22-005) and Site Plan Design Review (SPDR24-007) for supportive housing facility expansion
• Proposed demolition and reconstruction of existing facility
• Installation of new parking lot, landscaping, fencing, lighting, and trash enclosure

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Design Review for the demolition, reconstruction, and expansion of a supportive housing facility by HomeAid Northern California. The project includes landscaping, fencing, lighting, a new parking lot, and a trash enclosure. The commission also adopted a resolution finding the project exempt from CEQA under Class 32 (Infill Development). The vote was 4-0.

• Approved CUP 22-005 and SPDR 24-007 for HomeAid demolition and rebuild (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 15-24 finding CEQA exemption for the project (4-0)

REVISED Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will review the status of its 2024 Work Plan and discuss future facility needs for the Bothwell Arts Center. The body will also consider the termination or transition of various subcommittees and appoint a committee to review Mini Grant applications.

• Discussion of Bothwell Arts Center program offerings and future facility needs
• Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to review Mini Grant applications
• Review of subcommittees to be terminated or forwarded for Council approval
• Update on the 2024 Commission for the Arts Work Plan
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission for the Arts voted to sunset all subcommittees and reestablish them as ad hoc committees as needed, except for the Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee, which staff will assess for virtual or ad hoc support. The Commission also received an update on Bothwell Arts Center programs, reviewed the 2024 Work Plan, and appointed an ad hoc committee for Mini Grant applications.

• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 4 abstentions)
• Sunset all subcommittees and reestablish as ad hoc, except Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee (8-0)
• Appointed ad hoc committee for Mini Grant applications: Kowligi, Milder (chair), Wollard

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review annual grantee accomplishments and a Tri-Valley grant application update. The body will also consider forming an Ad Hoc Committee to update the grants application scoring rubric and approve grant priorities for 2025-2027.

• Approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 City of Livermore Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Report on FY 2023-2024 Housing and Human Services Grant Program accomplishments
• Update on the Housing and Human Services Tri-Valley Grant Application
• Discussion of forming an Ad Hoc Committee for the Human Services Grants Application Scoring Rubric

The Human Services Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2025-2027 Grant Priorities for submission to City Council, with three specific adjustments to the document. The commission also approved the formation of an ad hoc committee to review the grants application scoring rubric and appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner Onadele to serve on it. Consent items, including the July 9, 2024 minutes and the FY 2023-2024 CAPER, were approved.

• Approved FY 2025-2027 Grant Priorities for submission to City Council (6-0, 2 absent)
• Approved formation of ad hoc committee to review grants application scoring rubric (7-0, 1 absent)
• Appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner Onadele to the ad hoc committee (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved July 9, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 3 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Approved draft FY 2023-2024 CAPER (7-0, 1 absent)

Human Services Commission

At its July 9 meeting, the Livermore Human Services Commission will receive staff updates on changes to the Housing and Human Services Grant Program. Commissioners will also discuss forming an ad hoc committee to assist with the Tri-Valley Grant Application and review community outreach plans for FY 2025–2027 grant priorities. The commission is not expected to take final action on funding or policy during this meeting. These items outline how the city plans to gather resident input and structure its next grant application cycle.

• Presentation by Sewa International USA on community services in Livermore
• Approval of draft minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting
• Staff report on upcoming changes to the Housing and Human Services Grant Program
• Discussion on forming an Ad Hoc Committee for the Tri-Valley Grant Application
• Review of community outreach process for FY 2025–2027 grant priorities

The Human Services Commission approved the formation of an ad hoc committee for the Housing and Human Services Tri-Valley Grant Application and appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner McWhorter to serve on it. The commission also approved the June 11, 2024, meeting minutes with a minor wording addition. Staff provided updates on the grant program and community needs outreach, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 11, 2024, minutes with added word 'report' (5-0, 3 absent)
• Approved formation of ad hoc committee for Tri-Valley Grant Application (5-0, 3 absent)
• Appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner McWhorter to ad hoc committee (5-0, 3 absent)

Human Services Commission - Joint Special Meeting

The Human Services Commissions of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton are meeting to receive an oral report on the progress of the 2024 Eastern Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment. Staff is seeking input from commissioners regarding recommendations and priorities for the upcoming implementation plan.

• Oral report on the 2024 Eastern Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment (EACHSNA)
• Discussion of a multi-year Implementation Action Plan for 2024-2034
• Review of nonprofit capacity goals, including a revamped grant application process

The joint special meeting of the Human Services Commissions of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton was held to receive an oral report on the progress of the 2024 Eastern Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment (EACHSNA) and to provide input to staff. No formal decisions were made; the item was informational only. The meeting included public comments from three individuals and adjourned to the next regular Livermore meeting.

• Received oral report on EACHSNA progress (no vote)
• Opened and closed public comment period (no action taken)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review proposed updates to the Grant Application Scoring Rubric. The meeting also includes a presentation on Culinary Angels and an update regarding homelessness, housing assistance, and prevention funding.

• Presentation by Culinary Angels Executive Director Mansoor Sakhiy
• Approval of September 10, 2024, draft meeting minutes
• Discussion and approval of Human Services Grant Application Scoring Rubric updates
• Update on Homeless, Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding
• Update on Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) program

The commission approved updates to the Human Services Grant Application Scoring Rubric, including three specific adjustments to items #7 and #8. The minutes for the September 10, 2024 meeting were also approved with a correction to item 5.3. The commission received presentations on Culinary Angels and homelessness services updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updates to the Human Services Grant Application Scoring Rubric with adjustments to items #7 and #8 (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved September 10, 2024 draft minutes with correction to item 5.3 (6-0, 1 absent, 1 abstention)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and discuss Mobility Element Policy Options, providing feedback to staff. The consent calendar includes approval of draft minutes from September 11 and September 25, 2024 meetings. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Discussion regarding Mobility Element Policy Options for the 2045 General Plan
• Approval of draft minutes from September 11, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of draft minutes from September 25, 2024 special meeting

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved the draft minutes from its September 11 and September 25, 2024 meetings, and received a presentation and discussed Mobility Element Policy Options, providing feedback to staff. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft minutes for September 11, 2024 meeting (8-0, 3 abstaining)
• Approved draft minutes for September 25, 2024 meeting (9-0, 2 abstaining)
• Discussed Mobility Element Policy Options and provided feedback to staff

Commission for the Arts

The Livermore Commission for the Arts will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider appointing a subcommittee to review High School Senior Arts Awards applications. The agenda also includes training on grant review processes and updates on the L-Street Garage Mural Project.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 24, 2024
• Appointment of subcommittee to review High School Senior Arts Awards applications
• Training on grant application review process and best practices
• Staff update on the L-Street Garage Mural Project
• Update from the Partnership Model Subcommittee

The Livermore Commission for the Arts approved the September 24, 2024 meeting minutes and appointed a subcommittee to review High School Senior Arts Awards applications. The commission also received training on grant application review, updates on the L-Street Garage Mural Project, and reports from subcommittees. No public comment was made during the meeting.

• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Gausman (chair), deOrnelas, and Dewhurst to subcommittee for High School Senior Arts Awards
• Received training on grant application review process and best practices
• Received update on L-Street Garage Mural Project
• Received update from Partnership Model Subcommittee
• Received update from City-Owned Artwork Subcommittee

City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies

The Livermore City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies will interview candidates for vacancies on seven local boards and commissions. The subcommittee will also approve the draft minutes from a previous meeting.

• Interview applicants for Livermore Airport Commission
• Interview applicants for Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board
• Interview applicants for Beautification Committee
• Interview applicants for Commission for the Arts
• Interview applicants for Historic Preservation Commission

The City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies interviewed applicants and recommended 12 individuals for appointment to six advisory bodies: Historic Preservation Commission, Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, Commission for the Arts, Livermore Airport Commission, Library Board of Trustees, and Beautification Committee. The recommendations will go to the full City Council for final approval. The subcommittee also approved the draft minutes from the September 26, 2023 special meeting.

• Approved draft minutes from September 26, 2023 special meeting
• Recommended Fred Cullum and Neal Pann for Historic Preservation Commission (terms ending May 1, 2028)
• Recommended Maya Manoharan for Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees (term ending January 1, 2027)
• Recommended Thomasin Dewhurst for Commission for the Arts (term ending January 1, 2025)
• Recommended David Farley for Livermore Airport Commission (term ending November 1, 2027)
• Recommended Richard Hunt for Library Board of Trustees (term ending June 1, 2027)
• Recommended Kat Weiss, Ann Brown, Andrew Wang, Ron Kraft, and Tom Bradley for Beautification Committee (terms ending June 1, 2027 or 2028)

Airport Commission

The Livermore Airport Commission will meet to accept routine draft minutes and review quarterly reports on airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns for June through August 2024. No substantive decisions are scheduled; the body will also receive a staff report on recent aircraft incidents.

• Approval of draft minutes for July 1, 2024 meeting
• Review and acceptance of June–August 2024 activity, operations, and noise reports
• Staff report on aircraft incidents from August and September 2024

The Livermore Airport Commission approved the airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns reports for June, July, and August 2024. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 1, 2024 meeting. Both approvals passed with a 4-0-1 vote, with Commissioner Levine absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 1, 2024 meeting (4-0-1)
• Approved airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports for June, July, and August 2024 (4-0-1)

Commission for the Arts

The Livermore Commission for the Arts will consider several public‑art approvals, including projects at the Livermore Hyatt House, Blacksmith Square Expansion, and the Serenity Project. Commissioners will also review grant funding recommendations for three arts organizations, with amounts up to $10,000. The meeting includes appointing a subcommittee to review Public Art Grants due on October 1, 2024. All items are presented for discussion and possible approval by the commission.

• Approve public art for Livermore Hyatt House
• Approve public art for Blacksmith Square Expansion
• Approve public art for the Serenity Project
• Review grant funding recommendations: Las Positas College Foundation ($10,000), Livermore Art Association ($5,800), Livermore Valley Arts ($10,000)
• Appoint a subcommittee to review Public Art Grants due October 1, 2024

The Commission for the Arts voted to recommend City Council approve funding for three Project & Program Grant applications: Las Positas College Foundation (2025 LPC Literary Arts Festival), Livermore Art Association (2025 Spring Arts Program), and Livermore Valley Arts (four events in the Cultural Celebration Series, with a condition). The Commission also approved public art at three locations: Livermore Hyatt House, Blacksmith Square Expansion, and Serenity Project. Additionally, the Commission appointed a subcommittee to review Public Art Grants due October 1, 2024, and directed staff to contact original artist Deborah Bailey regarding a utility box mural at E. Stanley Boulevard and Wall Street.

• Recommended City Council approve funding for Las Positas College Foundation for 2025 LPC Literary Arts Festival (8-0)
• Recommended City Council approve funding for Livermore Art Association for 2025 Spring Arts Program (8-0)
• Recommended City Council approve funding for Livermore Valley Arts for four events in Cultural Celebration Series, with condition (8-0)
• Approved public art at Livermore Hyatt House (8-0)
• Approved public art for Blacksmith Square Expansion (8-0)
• Approved public art for Serenity Project (8-0)
• Appointed Commissioners deOrnelas, Kowligi (chair), and Ohnemus to Public Art Grants Subcommittee
• Directed staff to contact original artist Deborah Bailey for utility box mural at E. Stanley Blvd and Wall Street

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive reports on several youth-focused initiatives and monthly operational data. The body will discuss the Tween Book Club, the Livermore Youth Council launch, and the 2024 Summer Learning Program.

• Report on the Tween Book Club and its future
• Presentation on the launch of the Livermore Youth Council
• Report on the 2024 Summer Learning Program
• August 2024 library statistics and activities reports
• Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Library Board of Trustees approved the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes on a 4-0 vote. The board received reports on the Tween Book Club, the Livermore Youth Council launch, the 2024 Summer Learning Program, and library statistics and activities for August 2024. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 22, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and discuss policy options for the Public Services and Infrastructure elements of the Draft 2045 General Plan. The committee is asked to provide feedback on these options.

• Discussion of Public Services Element policy options
• Discussion of Infrastructure Element policy options
• Review of Draft 2045 General Plan Outline

The General Plan Advisory Committee held a special meeting to discuss Public Services and Infrastructure Element policy options. Staff presented the options, and committee members provided feedback, but no formal motions or votes were taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Discussed Public Services and Infrastructure Element policy options
• Provided feedback to staff on General Plan elements
• No public comments received
• No formal votes or approvals recorded

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review a presentation and discuss policy options for the Safety Element and the Open Space & Natural Resources Element. The committee is seeking to provide feedback on these components of the Draft 2045 General Plan.

• Discussion of Open Space & Natural Resources Element policy options
• Discussion of Safety Element policy options
• Approval of July 17, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Approval of August 14, 2024, regular meeting minutes

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved draft minutes from its July 17 and August 14, 2024 meetings, each on a 7-0 vote with two abstentions. The committee also received a presentation and discussed policy options for the Open Space & Natural Resources Element and Safety Element, providing feedback to staff. No public comments were received during open forum, though one comment was made during the discussion item.

• Approved draft minutes for July 17, 2024 special meeting (7-0, 2 abstaining)
• Approved draft minutes for August 14, 2024 regular meeting (7-0, 2 abstaining)
• Discussed Open Space & Natural Resources Element and Safety Element policy options and provided feedback

General Plan Advisory Committee

The Livermore General Plan Advisory Committee will approve draft minutes from the March 13, March 20 and April 10 regular meetings. It will then receive a presentation on Community Identity Element policy options and discuss the options to provide feedback. No action will be taken on items raised during the Open Forum.

• Approve draft minutes – March 13, 2024 regular meeting
• Approve draft minutes – March 20, 2024 adjourned regular meeting
• Approve draft minutes – April 10, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion of Community Identity Element policy options (presentation and feedback)
• Adjournment of the meeting

The committee approved draft minutes from three previous meetings in March and April 2024. Members received a presentation on Community Identity Element Policy Options and provided feedback to staff.

• Approved March 13, 2024 draft minutes (10-0)
• Approved March 20, 2024 draft minutes (7-0, 3 abstaining)
• Approved April 10, 2024 draft minutes (8-0, 2 abstaining)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The Livermore General Plan Advisory Committee will hold a special workshop to receive a presentation on the working draft outline of the 2045 General Plan and associated Land Use Element policy options. The committee will consider staff recommendations and review the attached GPAC Staff Report, Draft GP Outline, and GPAC Land Use Policy Options. Public comments may be submitted by email, eComment link, or in‑person speaker cards before the meeting. No formal actions can be taken on items not listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting workshop item: presentation on the 2045 General Plan draft outline
• Review of Land Use Element policy options recommended by staff
• Staff report and attachments (GPAC Staff Report, Draft GP Outline, GPAC Land Use Policy Options)
• Public comment submission methods: email, eComment link, speaker cards
• Committee prohibited by state law from taking action on items not on the agenda

The General Plan Advisory Committee held a special meeting to review Land Use Element Policy Options presented by staff. The committee asked questions, discussed the options, and provided feedback to staff. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and workshop-style.

• Reviewed Land Use Element Policy Options presentation
• Opened and closed public comment period with three speakers
• Provided feedback to staff on policy options
• Adjourned to next meeting on August 14, 2024

REVISED General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review updated population projections and draft citywide land use scenarios. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. A request to rezone a property on Vasco Road is included in supplemental materials.

• Approval of draft GPAC minutes from October 18, 2023
• Approval of draft GPAC minutes from November 8, 2023, and December 13, 2023
• Presentation on draft citywide land use scenarios
• Review of updated population and employment projections
• Request to re-zone 3 acre parcel at 2072 S Vasco Road to Residential Medium Density Zone

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved a recommendation for the Vasco Row Preferred Scenario Focus Area, forwarding it to the Planning Commission and City Council. The committee also received informational updates on population and employment projections and draft citywide land use scenarios. Meeting minutes from prior sessions were approved, and the meeting was continued to March 20, 2024.

• Approved Vasco Row Focus Area recommendation (12-1)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2023 special meeting (13-0)
• Approved minutes from November 8 and December 13, 2023 meetings (11-0, 2 abstentions)
• Continued meeting to March 20, 2024 (10-3)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review draft citywide land use scenarios and confirm recommendations for the Planning Commission and City Council. The committee will also receive an informational update on population and employment projections.

• Review and confirmation of draft citywide land use scenarios (Scenario A and Scenario B)
• Informational update to the Economic Conditions Report regarding population and employment projections
• Approval of draft minutes from October 18, November 8, and December 13, 2023

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved the refined land use recommendations for the Laughlin, Vasco Row, and Midtown focus areas on an 8-0 vote. Las Positas was removed as a focus area, and East of Greenville requires additional analysis before a recommendation can be made.

• Approved refined land use recommendation for Laughlin, Vasco Row, and Midtown focus areas (8-0)
• Removed Las Positas as a focus area
• Deferred recommendation on East of Greenville pending additional analysis

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review existing goals and policies and identify additional policy topics for the General Plan update. The body will also consider draft minutes from January and February 2024.

• Discussion of General Plan goals and policies
• Approval of January 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of supplemental materials regarding ways to support agriculture in Livermore

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved the draft minutes from its January 10 and February 14, 2024 regular meetings, each by a 9-0 vote with one abstention. The committee also held a discussion on General Plan goals and policies, with no public comments received. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 10, 2024 draft minutes (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved February 14, 2024 draft minutes (9-0, 1 abstention)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to review aircraft operations and noise reports from May 2024. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 3, 2024.

• Review of May 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports
• Approval of June 3, 2024 draft minutes

The Livermore Airport Commission approved the airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns reports for May 2024. The commission also directed staff to explore removing duplicated noise concerns from reports and to bring the matter back for future discussion. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no public comments.

• Approved minutes for June 3, 2024 (4-0-1, Schellenberger abstaining)
• Approved May 2024 airport activity, operations, and noise reports (5-0)
• Directed staff to study removing duplicated noise concerns from reports and agendize for future discussion (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive reports on early literacy workshops, professional development from the American Library Association, and a 2023 public library technology survey. The board will also review library statistics and activity reports for June and July 2024.

• Review of 2023 Public Library Technology Survey Summary Report
• Report on Early Literacy and Early Language Development Workshop for Parents & Caregivers
• Report on 2024 American Library Association Annual Conference takeaways
• Library statistics and activity reports for June and July 2024
• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Library Board of Trustees approved the minutes from their June 27, 2024, meeting. The Board also received several informational reports regarding library programs, professional development, and library statistics.

• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Received report on Early Literacy and Early Language Development Workshop
• Received report on 2024 American Library Association Annual Conference
• Reviewed 2023 Public Library Technology Survey Summary Report
• Received library statistics report for June and July 2024
• Received library activities report for June and July 2024

Commission for the Arts

The Livermore Commission for the Arts will discuss forming subcommittees to review grant applications and manage city-owned artwork. The meeting will also address a draft communication toolkit for partnerships and mural criteria. No formal decisions are scheduled, only discussions and direction.

• Appoint subcommittee to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications
• Create subcommittee to plan management of city-owned artwork
• Review Partnership Model subcommittee's draft communication toolkit and community partnership list
• Discuss and provide input on Commission for the Arts' mural criteria
• Receive training on grant application review process and best practices

The Commission for the Arts appointed two subcommittees: one to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications, and another to create a plan for managing City-owned artwork. The Commission also discussed the Partnership Model subcommittee's draft communication toolkit and mural criteria, directing that feedback be incorporated and brought back to future meetings. A training item on grant application review was moved to a future meeting.

• Appointed Milder, Ohnemus, and Wollard (chair) to grant review subcommittee
• Appointed Custodio, Dewhurst (chair), and Kowligi to artwork management subcommittee
• Updated partnership list: Dewhurst replaces Hickman for LVJUSD; Gausman volunteered for Livermore Downtown Inc.; deOrnelas volunteered for Livermore Area Recreation and Park District
• Directed Partnership Model subcommittee to incorporate feedback and return toolkit to future meeting
• Directed Ohnemus to create mural request flowchart and bring back to future meeting
• Moved grant application review training to a future meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Livermore Library Board of Trustees meets to discuss and potentially approve the draft annual work plan, receive updates on revised display/exhibit and meeting room policies, and hear reports on library statistics, programs, and a 20th anniversary celebration. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond routine approvals.

• Review and discuss draft annual work plan
• Receive report on updated Display/Exhibit Policy, Meeting Room Policy, and Meeting Room Use Permit form
• Review Civic Center Library’s 20th Anniversary Celebration and Summer Learning Program Kick-Off report
• Review April–May 2024 library statistics and programs

The Library Board of Trustees approved the draft Annual Work Plan with a change to one bullet in section #5, removing 'independent research and' from the wording. The board also approved the April 25, 2024 meeting minutes. All other items were informational reports with no decisions.

• Approved April 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved draft Annual Work Plan with revised section #5 wording (4-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances including new regulations for short-term rentals and a development agreement for the Lassen Road Townhome Project. The body will also discuss filling a City Council vacancy and appointing a Vice Mayor.

• Municipal Code Amendment 20-001 and Development Code Amendment 20-007 establishing short-term rental regulations
• Development Agreement (DA) 18-001 for the Lassen Road Townhome Project
• Agreement with Triangle Properties, Inc. for landscape mitigation maintenance not to exceed $450,000
• Appropriation of $385,000 for COVID-19 Hardening for City Buildings (Project 2020-36)
• Expenditure of $762,500 from the Small Business Assistance Grant Program for the Alameda County CARES Act grant program

The City Council accepted the November 3, 2020 election canvass, recognized outgoing members, and administered oaths to new Mayor Bob Woerner and Council Members Brittni Kiick and Robert Carling. The council also approved filling a vacancy by appointment, adopted a recruitment timeline, and made several appointments to subcommittees and intergovernmental agencies.

• Accepted election canvass and recognized outgoing Council Members (5-0)
• Administered oath of office to Mayor Bob Woerner, CM Robert Carling, and CM Brittni Kiick
• Appointed Trish Munro as Vice Mayor for 2020-2021
• Approved filling City Council vacancy by appointment (4-0)
• Approved recruitment timeline for vacancy (4-0)
• Directed staff to modify application questions and create three new questions
• Appointed CM Carling and CM Kiick to subcommittee to craft application and interview questions
• Appointed Council Members to intergovernmental agencies and subcommittee on advisory bodies

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider approving the 2024 Work Plan and a $1,000 mini grant for 'The Transit Trilogy'. The body will also discuss a recommendation for the City's Poet Laureate and receive an update on the Isabel Crossing art program.

• Proposed 2024 Commission for the Arts Work Plan
• Mini Grant funding recommendation of up to $1,000 for Calvin Ray Shawler - The Transit Trilogy
• Recommendation of Peggy Schimmelman for appointment as Poet Laureate
• Update on the art program for the Isabel Crossing project in the Isabel Neighborhood Specific Plan area

The Commission approved its 2024 Work Plan and awarded a $1,000 mini grant for a musical theater piece. The body also recommended a candidate for Poet Laureate to the City Council and received an update on the Isabel Crossing art program.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0, 4 abstentions)
• Approved 2024 Work Plan with suggested edits (7-0)
• Approved $1,000 mini grant to Calvin Ray Shawler for 'The Transit Trilogy' (7-0)
• Recommended Peggy Schimmelman for City Council appointment as Poet Laureate (7-0)
• Received update on Isabel Crossing project art program

Human Services Commission

The Livermore Human Services Commission met to receive three oral reports: the 2024 Alameda County homeless Point-in-Time Count results, an update on the 2023–2024 Winter Relief Hotel Voucher Program, and the final allocations for the FY 2024–25 Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs. No formal decisions were made; the Commission only received information.

• Receive 2024 Alameda County Homeless Point-in-Time Count results
• Receive 2023–2024 Winter Relief Hotel Voucher Program update
• Receive FY 2024–25 CDBG and HOME grant allocations

The Human Services Commission approved the draft minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting (6-0, with one abstention and one absence). The commission received oral reports on the 2024 Alameda County Homeless Point-in-Time Count, the 2023-2024 Winter Relief Hotel Voucher Program, and the FY 2024-25 CDBG and HOME grant allocations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 14, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention, 1 absent)
• Received oral report on 2024 Alameda County Homeless Point-in-Time Count
• Received oral report on 2023-2024 Winter Relief Hotel Voucher Program
• Received oral report on FY 2024-25 CDBG and HOME grant allocations

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on Land Use Alternatives Evaluation materials. The body will also discuss the planned outreach schedule to gather community feedback on the preferred land use scenario.

• Presentation of Land Use Alternatives Evaluation materials
• Review of Community Outreach Schedule for land use feedback

The General Plan Advisory Committee held a special workshop to review land use alternatives evaluation materials and the community outreach schedule. Public comments were heard from 12 speakers, but no formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting. The meeting was adjourned to the next session on November 8, 2023.

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and review alternative maps regarding the East of Greenville Focus Area. The committee is also considering the approval of meeting minutes from May 10, 2023.

• Presentation and discussion of Land Use Alternatives for the East of Greenville Focus Area
• Approval of draft minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved the draft minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting on a 9-0 vote with one abstention. The committee also received a presentation on land use alternatives for the East of Greenville Focus Area and heard public comments, but took no action on this item.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Received presentation on East of Greenville land use alternatives (no action)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on Citywide Land Use Alternatives and evaluation results, then discuss and provide input on a preferred scenario. The meeting also includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes and standard public participation procedures.

• Approval of draft minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
• Presentation and discussion on Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario

The committee approved the draft minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting by a 9-0 vote with two abstentions. The committee received a presentation on Citywide Land Use Alternatives and heard public comments on a preferred land use scenario, but the minutes do not record a formal decision or vote on the scenario itself.

• Approved draft minutes for June 14, 2023 meeting (9-0, 2 abstaining)
• Received presentation on Citywide Land Use Alternatives
• Heard public comments on preferred land use scenario (no vote recorded)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on community feedback and previous committee input regarding draft land use alternatives. The body will discuss and confirm recommended changes to establish a preferred citywide land use scenario.

• Presentation on community input and feedback on draft land use alternatives
• Discussion of recommended changes for a preferred citywide land use scenario

The General Plan Advisory Committee received a presentation on community input and prior feedback regarding draft land use alternatives, and discussed recommended changes to create a preferred citywide land use scenario. No formal decision or vote was recorded on this item. The meeting was adjourned to the next meeting on January 10, 2024.

• Received presentation on community input and draft land use alternatives (no vote)
• Discussed recommended changes for preferred citywide land use scenario (no action taken)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will consider the Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II for the Las Positas, Laughlin Road, and Midtown focus areas, reviewing staff reports and public input. The committee will discuss and potentially confirm recommended changes to these General Plan focus areas. Routine consent‑calendar items will also be acted on, and the public may comment during the open forum.

• Consent calendar (routine items)
• Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II – Las Positas Focus Area
• Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II – Laughlin Road Focus Area
• Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II – Midtown Focus Area
• Open forum for public comments on agenda items

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved a recommendation for the preferred land use scenario for the Midtown Focus Area, part of the citywide General Plan update. The motion carried 8-3. No decisions were made on the Las Positas or Laughlin Road focus areas, which were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved Midtown Focus Area land use recommendation (8-3)

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a new hazardous waste "10-day Exempt Transfer Facility" at 5730 Naylor Avenue. Staff recommends approving the permit under CEQA exemptions, with an eight-year term and attached conditions.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-001) for hazardous waste transfer facility at 5730 Naylor Avenue
• Project includes new loading dock and use of existing buildings; containers stay on-site max 10 days
• Staff recommends CEQA Section 15332 exemption and permit approval
• Permit valid for eight years with Conditions of Approval
• Public hearing scheduled for November 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM in Civic Center Meeting Hall

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a hazardous waste transfer facility at 5730 Naylor Avenue. The facility will collect sealed containers of hazardous waste and assemble them for transport, with a maximum on-site storage limit of 10 days. The permit is valid for a term of eight years.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 23-001 for a hazardous waste transfer station at 5730 Naylor Avenue (4-0)
• Adopted resolutions finding the project exempt under CEQA Section 15332, Class 32, Infill Development (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to subdivide a parcel into four single-family residential lots at the Sunset Homes Cabana Club site (1777 Cordoba Street). Staff recommends approving the project under CEQA exemptions and adopting a vesting tentative parcel map, subject to conditions.

• Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 11367 for 1777 Cordoba Street (SUB 22-007)
• CEQA exemption under Class 32, Infill Development
• Approval of October 3 and 17, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a request to subdivide the Sunset Homes Cabana Club site into four single-family residential lots. The project was found exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act as infill development.

• Approved Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 11367 for 1777 Cordoba Street (5-0)
• Adopted resolution finding the Cordoba Street project exempt under CEQA Section 15332 (5-0)
• Approved October 3 and October 17, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Environmental Impact Report for the Livermore General Plan 2045. The body will also consider revisions to the city's policy for leasing city-owned properties for wireless telecommunication facilities.

• Public hearing on Notice of Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for Livermore General Plan 2045 (Imagine Livermore 2045)
• Proposed resolution for City Council to approve Policy (POL) 23-001 regarding leasing City-Owned Property for Wireless Communication Facilities
• Election of the 2023 Vice-Chairperson

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a revised policy for leasing city-owned property for wireless communication facilities. The commission also elected a new Vice-Chairperson. No action was taken regarding the Imagine Livermore 2045 public comment hearing.

• Recommended City Council approve Policy (POL) 23-001 to revise wireless facility leasing, including encouraging alternative fuel for backup generators (5-0)
• Elected CM Anderson as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Received public comments on the Notice of Preparation for the Livermore General Plan 2045 (no action required)

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will meet to decide on a residential loft and ADU variance for a commercial building at 2240 Third Street, approve three right-of-way vacation consistency determinations, and confirm the FY 2023-2025 Capital Improvement Plan aligns with the city’s General Plan. The meeting also includes routine approvals of past meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Adopt CEQA exemption and approve variance/DDR for 2240 Third Street loft and ADU
• Approve Consistency Determination CD23-001 for Las Positas Road/Bennett Drive right-of-way vacation
• Approve Consistency Determination CD23-002 for Isabel Neighborhood storm drain easement vacation
• Approve Consistency Determination CD23-003 for FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Plan

The Commission approved a variance and design review for a second-story residential loft and ADU at 2240 Third Street. It also approved three consistency determinations regarding the Capital Improvement Plan and the vacation of public easements.

• Approved Variance (VAR22-002) and Downtown Design Review (DDR22-012) for residential loft and ADU at 2240 Third Street (4-0)
• Approved Consistency Determination (CD) 23-003 for FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved Consistency Determination (CD) 23-002 to vacate a storm drain easement at Shea Portola site (4-0)
• Approved Consistency Determination (CD) 23-001 to vacate right-of-way at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive (4-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 and May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Continued February 28, 2023 meeting minutes to next meeting due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hear a staff presentation on the progress of the Imagine Livermore 2045 Comprehensive General Plan Update. No action is required by the Commission. The meeting also includes procedural items such as public comment, consent calendar, and adjournment.

• Imagine Livermore 2045 - Comprehensive General Plan Update Project Status Report

The Planning Commission received a status report on the Imagine Livermore 2045 Comprehensive General Plan Update. No formal actions were taken during the meeting, which served as a preparatory session for future land use discussions.

• Received staff presentation on Imagine Livermore 2045 progress (No action required)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for comments on an Environmental Impact Report for the East of Greenville Project. The body will also consider a roadway safety plan and a public right-of-way vacation on South Livermore Avenue.

• Public hearing for Notice of Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for the East of Greenville Project (POLI23-003)
• Consistency Determination (CD) 23-005 regarding the vacation of public right-of-way on South Livermore Avenue for Blacksmith Square
• Approval of the Livermore Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Recommendation that the Local Roadway Safety Plan be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act

The Commission unanimously approved a consistency determination to vacate a portion of public right-of-way at Blacksmith Square. It also recommended that the City Council approve the Livermore Local Roadway Safety Plan and find it exempt from CEQA. The Commission received public comments on the East of Greenville Project EIR but took no action.

• Approved Consistency Determination (CD) 23-005 to vacate public right-of-way on South Livermore Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve the Livermore Local Roadway Safety Plan (5-0)
• Recommended City Council find the Local Roadway Safety Plan exempt from CEQA (5-0)
• Received public comments on East of Greenville Project EIR; no action taken

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will meet to review draft minutes from April 23, 2024. The body is also considering the appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant applications.

• Approval of April 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant applications

The Commission appointed three members to a subcommittee tasked with reviewing Mini Grant applications. The body also approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024, meeting.

• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Dewhurst, Milder, and Wollard to the Grants Application Review Subcommittee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a draft preferred land use scenario as part of the Comprehensive General Plan Update. This includes focus areas for Laughlin, Vasco Row, and Midtown. The commission is asked to provide feedback on this draft to the City Council.

• Review of Draft Preferred Land Use Scenario (Laughlin, Vasco Row, and Midtown)
• Request for additional analysis in the East of Greenville focus area

The Planning Commission reviewed and approved recommendations for the Comprehensive General Plan Update. The commission modified several focus areas regarding housing density and study requirements before forwarding the proposal to the City Council.

• Forwarded General Plan recommendations to City Council (5-0)
• Removed Las Positas Court Focus Area by consensus
• Directed a more granular study for Vasco Row Focus Area, including reduced density and wine country commercial designation on the east side
• Agreed by consensus to evaluate techniques to increase small businesses in the Vasco Row area
• Reduced zoning to medium density housing for the Laughlin Road Focus Area by consensus
• Recommended a specific plan for the Midtown Focus Area by consensus

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to develop vacant land southwest of the Portola Avenue and Tranquility Circle intersection. The proposal includes a Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Site Plan Design Review for the Shea Aura residential condominium project.

• Shea Aura residential condominium development near Portola Avenue and Tranquility Circle
• Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) 8612 – Subdivision (SUB) 21-007
• Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 21-006
• Consistency Determination (CD) 24-005

The Livermore Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a Consistency Determination and recommend City Council approval for the Shea Aura condominium project. The recommendation includes adopting a CEQA exemption and approving the Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Site Plan Design Review. The Commission also directed staff to consider specific design improvements regarding parking, crosswalks, and heat mitigation.

• Approved April 16, 2024 draft minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 09-24 approving Consistency Determination CD24-005 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 10-24 recommending CEQA exemption for Shea Aura (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 11-24 recommending approval of VTTM 8612 and SPDR 21-006 (5-0)
• Directed staff to consider wider garage openings, raised crosswalks, and heat mitigation strategies

Airport Commission

The Commission will review April 2024 aircraft operations, activity, and noise reports. Members will also receive a presentation on the Brown Act and consider approving the 2024 Work Plan.

• Review of April 2024 aircraft operations, activity, and noise reports
• Presentation on the Brown Act and Rules of Procedure
• Review and approval of the Airport Commission 2024 Work Plan
• Approval of May 6, 2024, draft meeting minutes

The Commission approved the 2024 Work Plan after removing specific pages and title text. The body also approved the May 6 meeting minutes and the April 2024 airport activity and noise reports.

• Approved Airport Commission 2024 Work Plan with title and page amendments (3-1)
• Approved April 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports (4-0)
• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for several land use requests. These include a proposed hazardous waste transfer facility and two new animal care facilities in existing buildings. Staff recommends approval for the veterinary clinic and animal hospital projects.

• Hazardous waste transfer facility request (continued from previous meetings)
• 2,800 square-foot veterinary clinic at Well at Sunset center
• 1,960 square-foot animal hospital in Las Positas Shopping Center

The Commission approved conditional use permits for a veterinary clinic at the Well at Sunset center and an animal hospital at the Las Positas Shopping Center. Both projects were found exempt under CEQA. A request for a hazardous waste transfer facility was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved CUP 23-005 for a 2,800 sq ft veterinary clinic at 1338 Concannon Blvd with conditions for two emergency parking spaces and animal waste cleanup (5-0)
• Approved CUP 23-006 for a 1,960 sq ft animal hospital at Las Positas Rd and N Livermore Ave with amended waste removal and dumpster requirements (5-0)
• Continued hearing for hazardous waste transfer facility request to a future meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider consistency determinations for the acquisition of three properties intended for open space and conservation. These items include the Hartford Hills, Altamont Hills, and Greenville Road properties.

• Acquisition of 82 acres at Hartford Hills Property (CD 24-001)
• Acquisition of 32 acres at Altamont Hills Property (CD 24-002)
• Acquisition of 125.5 acres at Greenville Road Property (CD 24-003)

The Livermore Planning Commission approved the March 5, 2024 meeting minutes and adopted three resolutions finding that the city's acquisition of three properties for open space and conservation is consistent with the General Plan. Commissioners also discussed trail planning, wildlife crossings, and property details during the meeting.

• Approved March 5, 2024 draft meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 06-24 approving Consistency Determination CD 24-001 for the 82-acre Hartford Hills Property (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 07-24 approving Consistency Determination CD 24-002 for the 32-acre Altamont Hills Property (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 08-24 approving Consistency Determination CD 24-003 for the 125.5-acre Greenville Road Property (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review several reports including a literacy program update and the transition of the Youth Advisory Commission to a library program. The meeting also includes reviews of March 2024 library statistics and activities.

• Update report on the Livermore Public Library's Literacy Program
• Report on the Livermore Area Youth Advisory Commission Transition to a Library Program
• Report on Genealogy Resources at Livermore Public Library
• Library statistics report for March 2024
• Library activities report for March 2024

The Board approved the draft minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting. Members received reports on the literacy program, genealogy resources, library statistics, and the Youth Advisory Commission transition.

• Approved March 28, 2024 draft minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive public comments on a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Surface Mining Permit 38, 39, and 40 Project. The Commission will also consider a consistency determination regarding the vacation of a public right-of-way at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive.

• Public hearing for Draft Environmental Impact Report: Surface Mining Permit (SMP) 38, 39, and 40 Project
• Consistency Determination (CD) 23-004 regarding vacation of public right-of-way at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive

The Planning Commission approved Consistency Determination 23-004, finding that vacating a 1,305-square-foot portion of public right-of-way at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive is consistent with the city's 2003-2025 General Plan, while retaining the existing public utility easement. The vote was 5-0. The commission also received public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Surface Mining Permit 38, 39 and 40 Project; no action was taken. A hearing on a conditional use permit for a hazardous waste transfer facility was continued to October 17, 2023.

• Approved Consistency Determination 23-004 for right-of-way vacation at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive (5-0)
• Received public comments on Draft EIR for Surface Mining Permit 38, 39 and 40 Project; no action taken
• Continued hearing on conditional use permit for hazardous waste transfer facility to October 17, 2023
• Approved consent calendar minutes for October 4, 2022 and December 20, 2022 (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the SMP 39 and 40 Project. The request involves annexation, rezoning, and development agreements to allow light industrial uses near the northwest part of the city. The Commission's action is a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing for SMP 39 and 40 Project light industrial development
• Request for annexation, rezoning, and development agreements
• Proposed General Plan and Zoning Map amendments
• Certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report

The Planning Commission approved a comprehensive development package to allow light industrial uses on the SMP 39 and 40 properties. The approval includes the certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report and various zoning and map amendments.

• Certified Final Environmental Impact Report via Resolution 02-24 (5-0)
• Approved Annexation/Prezoning (APZ) 21-003 (5-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendment (GPA) 21-001 (5-0)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 21-002 (5-0)
• Approved Development Code Amendment (DCA) 21-005 (5-0)
• Approved Planned Development-Industrial (PD-I) 22-001 (5-0)
• Approved Vesting Tentative Parcel Map (SUB) 21-008 and Tract Map (SUB) 21-009 (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 21-008 with condition for paved ramps from buildings to parking lots at trail access gates (5-0)

Human Services Commission

The commission will discuss the proposed 2024 Work Plan and receive training on the Brown Act and Rules of Procedure. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from February and March 2024.

• Discussion of the proposed 2024 Work Plan
• Brown Act and Rules of Procedure training presentation
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the 2024 Work Plan with amendments to the grant allocation process and the addition of funding identification efforts. The body also approved meeting minutes from February and March 2024.

• Approved 2024 Work Plan with adjustments to grant cycles and SOE funding identification (8-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The Livermore General Plan Advisory Committee will review and discuss recommended updates to the city’s land use plan for three specific areas: Las Positas, Laughlin Road, and Midtown. Staff will present public feedback and committee maps for discussion before potentially confirming changes. These focus areas guide future zoning, infrastructure, and development decisions that affect local residents.

• Discussion of Part II preferred citywide land use scenario for Las Positas, Laughlin Road, and Midtown focus areas
• Review of staff report, GPAC feedback maps, and summary of community input
• Consent calendar for routine committee actions
• Public comment period (Open Forum) with 3-minute time limits per speaker
• Next meeting scheduled for February 14, 2024, at the Civic Center Meeting Hall

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved recommended land use scenarios for two city focus areas. The committee decided to eliminate the Las Positas Court Focus Area and established specific zoning recommendations for the Laughlin Road Focus Area.

• Approved recommendation for Las Positas Focus Area to maintain existing land use and eliminate it as a Focus Area (10-0)
• Approved land use recommendations for Laughlin Road Focus Area, including General Industrial, medium density residential, and Open Space (10-0)
• Approved motion to continue the meeting to February 14, 2024 (10-0)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will receive presentations from applicants seeking Fiscal Year 2024-25 grants. These include programs for rental assistance, housing and homeless services, and various public services. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the January 9, 2024, meeting.

• Presentations for Capital Projects and Rental Assistance Programs grants
• Presentations for Housing and Homeless Services Programs grants
• Presentations for Public Services Programs grants
• Approval of January 9, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission received oral presentations from numerous grant applicants for Capital Projects, Rental Assistance, Housing and Homeless Services, and Public Services programs. The only formal action taken was the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved January 9, 2024 draft minutes (6-0)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will discuss grant scoring results and funding recommendations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The meeting also includes a presentation on Vineyard 2.0 Resource Center operations and a review of revised commission rules of procedure.

• Housing and Human Services Grant funding recommendations for FY 2024-2025
• Discussion regarding revised Human Services Commission Rules of Procedure
• Presentation on Vineyard 2.0 Resource Center operations
• Approval of February 13, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission approved funding recommendations for Housing and Human Services Grants for the 2024-25 fiscal year, which now move to the City Council for final approval. The body also adopted revised Rules of Procedure. Approval of the February 13 minutes was postponed.

• Approved revised Human Services Rules of Procedure (6-0)
• Approved Housing and Human Services Grant Funding Recommendations FY 2024-25 for City Council final approval (6-0)
• Postponed approval of February 13, 2024, draft minutes until April 9, 2024

Human Services Commission

The Commission will review the application scoring process for the 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grants. The meeting also includes a presentation from La Familia and an oral report on the Alameda County 2021 Homeless Mortality Report.

• Presentation by The Alliance for Community Wellness Dba La Familia
• Overview of FY 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grant scoring process
• Oral report on the Alameda County 2021 Homeless Mortality Report
• Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the draft minutes from the December 12, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of oral reports and staff updates regarding community services and homelessness.

• Approved December 12, 2023 draft minutes (6-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review reports regarding aircraft operations and noise statistics from March 2024. The commission will also discuss the proposed 2024 Work Plan and consider approving draft minutes from April 1, 2024.

• Review of March 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports
• Discussion of the 2024 Airport Commission Work Plan
• Approval of April 1, 2024, draft minutes

The Livermore Airport Commission approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting and the reports on airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns for March 2024. The 2024 Work Plan was discussed but not approved; Vice Chair Dombrowski directed staff to bring it back for approval at the next meeting. Staff provided a verbal update on gate and fencing repairs related to 2023 floods.

• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0-1-1)
• Approved March 2024 airport activity and noise reports (4-0-1)
• 2024 Work Plan tabled for next meeting
• Staff provided verbal update on flood-damaged gates and fencing

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider approving up to ten $600 awards for high school seniors. The meeting also includes appointing a Poet Laureate selection subcommittee and receiving Brown Act training.

• Approval of up to ten $600 High School Senior Arts Awards totaling up to $6,000
• Appointment of the Poet Laureate selection subcommittee
• Brown Act training presented by Deputy City Attorney Katherine Mirassou
• Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission approved funding for nine high school senior arts awards. The body also appointed a subcommittee to select a Poet Laureate and received Brown Act training.

• Approved nine $600 High School Senior Arts Awards totaling $5,400 (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Custodio, deOrnelas, and Wollard to the Poet Laureate selection subcommittee
• Approved March 26, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Received Brown Act training presented by Deputy City Attorney Katherine Mirassou

City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies

The City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies will meet to review draft minutes from June 22, 2023. The primary focus of the meeting is conducting interviews for several municipal appointments.

• Approval of draft minutes from the June 22, 2023 Special Meeting
• Interviews for the Livermore Airport Commission
• Interviews for the Livermore Housing Authority
• Interviews for the Human Services Commission

The City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies interviewed applicants and recommended individuals for appointment to three city commissions. The subcommittee also approved the draft minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 22, 2023 draft minutes
• Recommended Darrin Bishop for reappointment to Livermore Airport Commission
• Recommended Marvin Evans for reappointment to Livermore Housing Authority
• Recommended Carla Welch for appointment to Livermore Housing Authority
• Recommended Elizabeth McWhorter for reappointment to Human Services Commission
• Recommended Umashankar Meda for reappointment to Human Services Commission
• Recommended Marti Sutton for reappointment to Human Services Commission
• Recommended Maxwell Nelson and Ashley Onadele for appointment to Human Services Commission

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several contract amendments, including a funding increase for the Livermore Village Parking Garage project. The agenda also includes updates to airport fuel regulations and a framework for installing small cell antennas on streetlights. Additionally, the council will review real property negotiations in closed session.

• Increase Gannett Fleming, Inc. contract to $2,052,000 for parking garage construction management
• Amend Schaaf & Wheeler agreement from $400,000 to $1,000,000 for storm repair design and stream maintenance
• Authorize a master license agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for small cell antennas on streetlights
• Adopt an ordinance requiring airport fuel providers to provide unleaded aviation fuel by 2025
• Approve Caltrans agreement for trash capture devices with up to $1,480,000 in reimbursements

The City Council approved a rate adjustment for Livermore Sanitation, Inc. effective July 1, 2024. The council also passed several resolutions regarding infrastructure contracts, municipal code updates for airport fueling, and the purchase of electric vehicles.

• Approved 3.68% rate adjustment for Livermore Sanitation, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2158 requiring fixed base operators to provide certain aviation fuels by Dec 12, 2025 (4-0)
• Increased Schaaf & Wheeler Consulting Engineers contract to $1M for storm repair design (4-0)
• Increased Gannett Fleming, Inc. contract to $2,052,000 for parking garage construction services (4-0)
• Approved purchase of six Ford F150 AWD EV Lightning pickup trucks for $451,117 (4-0)
• Approved $1.48M reimbursement agreement with Caltrans for trash capture devices (4-0)
• Authorized display of the Philadelphia rainbow pride flag for June 2024 (4-0)
• Called for General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024 (4-0)

Airport Commission

The commission will review airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports from February 2024. The meeting also includes the approval of draft minutes from the March 4, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of March 4, 2024, draft minutes
• Review of February 2024 airport activity and aircraft operations reports
• Review of February 2024 noise concern statistics

The Airport Commission approved the minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting. The commission also approved reports on airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns for February 2024.

• Approved March 4, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved February 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns reports (4-0-1)

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will review several grant applications for mini grants and project/program grants. The body will also discuss direction regarding the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee.

• Two Mini Grants of up to $1,000 each for Alliance for the Visual Arts and Livermore Drum Circle
• Project & Program Grant recommendations of up to $10,000 each for Bay Area Wood Limited Liability, Livermore Pride, Livermore Valley Arts, Livermore Valley Opera, and Thomasin Dewhurst
• Discussion regarding deliverables for the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee

The Livermore Commission for the Arts approved two $1,000 Mini Grants and recommended that the City Council approve three Project & Program grants totaling $30,000. A motion to recommend $10,000 for Bay Area Wood Limited Liability Co (dba Bay Area Redwood) failed on a 4-4 vote, and no motion was made on the Livermore Valley Arts application. The commission also accepted a revised purpose statement and deliverables for the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee.

• Approved $1,000 Mini Grant to Alliance for the Visual Arts for Tri Valley Artist Studio Tour (8-0, deOrnelas abstained)
• Approved $1,000 Mini Grant to Livermore Drum Circle for Downtown Summer Series (8-0)
• Recommended City Council approve $10,000 for Livermore Pride arts programming at 5th Annual Livermore Pride Fest (7-1, Ohnemus no)
• Recommended City Council approve $10,000 for Livermore Valley Opera Education and Community Engagement Program (7-0, Gausman absent)
• Recommended City Council approve $10,000 for Thomasin Dewhurst with stipulation that commercial branding not be used as part of the artwork (7-0, Gausman absent)
• Motion to recommend $10,000 for Bay Area Wood Limited Liability Co dba Bay Area Redwood for interactive pop-up public visual art at Altamont Summer Series failed (4-4)
• No motion made on Livermore Valley Arts Project & Program grant application
• Accepted revised purpose statement and revised deliverables for Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review reports on library statistics and activities for February 2024. The meeting also includes discussions regarding library technology upgrades and the use of generative AI in library systems.

• Report on 2024 Black History Month recognition
• Report on Library Technology Upgrades
• Discussion on Generative AI for Library Systems
• February 2024 library statistics report
• February 2024 library activities report

The Library Board of Trustees approved the draft minutes from the February 22, 2024, meeting. The board received reports on Black History Month, technology upgrades, generative AI, and February library statistics and activities.

• Approved February 22, 2024 draft minutes (4-0)

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider several items regarding subcommittee appointments and award approvals. This includes reviewing grant applications and selecting winners for local art exhibitions.

• Approval of seven $100 awards for the 2024 Livermore Art Association Spring Art Show
• Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications
• Selection of volunteers to judge the 2024 Teen Art Expo presented by the Livermore Public Library
• Discussion regarding the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee
• Appointment of a subcommittee for the development of the 2024 Workplan

The Livermore Commission for the Arts approved seven awards of $100 each for the 2024 Livermore Art Association Spring Art Show, voting 7-0 with none opposed and none abstaining. The commission also appointed several subcommittees: one to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications, one to judge and select the seven Spring Art Show winners, and one to work with staff on the 2024 Workplan. It selected volunteers to judge the 2024 Teen Art Expo and updated its subcommittee list. The Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee will reconvene to refine deliverables and present them at the next meeting.

• Approved seven $100 awards for the 2024 Livermore Art Association Spring Art Show (7-0, no abstentions)
• Appointed Commissioners Custodio, Kowligi and Wollard to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications
• Appointed Commissioners Gausman, Kowligi and Wollard to judge and select seven Spring Art Show winners
• Selected Commissioners Gausman, Milder and Lane to judge the 2024 Teen Art Expo
• Appointed Vice Chair Milder to Grants Program Review, Commissioner Lane to Community Outreach, and Commissioner Wollard to Livermore Murals subcommittees
• Appointed Commissioners deOrnelas, Kowligi and Ohnemus to work with staff on the 2024 Workplan
• Directed the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee to refine deliverables and present at the next meeting
• Approved the January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5 ayes, 0 noes, 2 abstentions)

Human Services Joint Commission Workshop

The Human Services Commissions of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton are reviewing an update on the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment. The meeting includes an oral report from JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc regarding community findings. Staff recommends that the commission receive this report and provide feedback.

• Oral report by JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc on human needs assessment
• Review of community challenges including housing affordability and healthcare access
• Discussion of mental health service gaps and substance use needs

The Livermore Human Services Commission held a joint special meeting workshop with the Dublin and Pleasanton commissions on November 14, 2023. Staff recommended the commission receive an oral report from JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. and provide feedback on the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment. Consultants Deanna Lewis, Bex Reno, and Anupam Sharma gave the oral report, and one public comment was provided by Barbara Walton. No decisions, votes, or formal actions are recorded in these minutes; the meeting adjourned to a regular meeting on December 12.

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will discuss the scoring process for Housing and Human Services Grant applications for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The meeting also includes a training on Brown Act and Rules of Procedures and an oral report on homelessness. Members will also consider approving minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Brown Act and Rules of Procedures training
• Housing and Human Services Grant application scoring process discussion
• Homelessness update report

The Commission approved the draft minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports and discussions regarding Brown Act training, grant scoring processes, and homelessness updates.

• Approved May 9, 2023 draft minutes (5-0)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will receive a presentation from Livermore Police Department Homeless Liaison Officers regarding outreach services. The agenda also includes oral reports on homelessness and the status of the Social Opportunity Endowment (SOE) Fund. Additionally, staff will provide an update on Community Needs Outreach for FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities.

• Presentation by Police Department Homeless Liaison Officers on outreach services
• Update on Community Needs Outreach for FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities
• Status update on the Social Opportunity Endowment (SOE) Fund
• Oral report on homelessness
• Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the draft minutes from the June 13, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff presentations and oral reports regarding homelessness and grant priorities.

• Approved June 13, 2023 draft minutes (6-0-1)

Human Services Commission

The Commission will discuss results from a Housing and Human Services Community Needs Assessment Survey. They will also consider approving grant priorities for Fiscal Year 2024-25 to be submitted to the City Council. Additionally, staff will present an annual report on the Winter Hotel Voucher Program.

• Approval of FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities
• Review of Housing and Human Services Community Needs Assessment Survey Results
• Annual Report of the FY 2022-2023 Winter Hotel Voucher Program
• Approval of draft FY 2022-2023 CAPER report
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Human Services Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. The commission also approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Grant Priorities with specific adjustments to the section order and wording. Draft minutes from July 11, 2023, were not approved due to a lack of present commissioners.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities with adjustments to section ordering and wording (5-0)
• Did not approve July 11, 2023 draft minutes due to lack of commissioners present

Human Services Commission

The Commission will hear presentations from Partners for Change Tri-Valley and the Lions Center for the Visually Impaired. Staff will also provide oral reports regarding the 2022-2023 Housing and Human Services Grant Program and the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant Program.

• Presentation by Partners for Change Tri-Valley
• Presentation by Lions Center for the Visually Impaired
• Annual Report of Grantee Accomplishments for the 2022-2023 Housing and Human Services Grant Program
• Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant Program update

The Human Services Commission approved the draft minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. Commissioners received oral reports from Partners for Change Tri-Valley and the Lions Center for the Visually Impaired. Staff presented updates on the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Housing and Human Services Grant Program and the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant Program. Commissioners requested staff follow-ups on grantee performance metrics and hospital policies for unhoused patients.

• Approved draft minutes for July 11, 2023 meeting (5-0-2 abstentions)
• Received oral report from Partners for Change Tri-Valley
• Received oral report from Lions Center for the Visually Impaired
• Received oral report on FY 2022-2023 Housing and Human Services Grant Program
• Received oral report on HHAP Grant Program
• Commissioner Arora requested review of grantees with higher-than-expected client counts
• Commissioner Antonio requested follow-up on Abode Services rental assistance success rates
• Commissioner Nakamura requested explanations from grantees missing annual goals

Airport Commission

The commission will review January 2024 reports regarding aircraft operations, airport activity, and noise statistics. Members will also provide feedback on the Airport Commission Rules of Procedure.

• Approval of February 5, 2024, draft minutes
• Review of January 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports
• Feedback regarding Airport Commission Rules of Procedure

The Livermore Airport Commission approved the minutes of its February 5, 2024 meeting and approved the Airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns reports for January 2024, both by 4-0 votes. The Commission also reviewed and received feedback on its Rules of Procedure, with no action recorded. Commissioner Levine directed staff to provide a 'Cliff Notes' version of the five-year strategic plan to help the Commission create an annual workplan.

• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved January 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations and noise concerns reports (4-0)
• Reviewed Airport Commission Rules of Procedure; no action recorded
• Commissioner Levine directed staff to provide a 'Cliff Notes' version of the five-year strategic plan for the annual workplan

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review reports regarding aircraft operations and noise statistics for November and December 2023. The commission will also consider approving the draft minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting.

• Review of November and December 2023 airport activity and aircraft operations reports
• Review of November and December 2023 noise concerns statistics
• Approval of December 4, 2023, draft meeting minutes

The Commission approved the airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports for November and December 2023. Staff presented plans for an Airport Development Land Use Analysis.

• Approved December 4, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved November and December 2023 airport activity, operations, and noise reports (3-0-1)
• Directed staff to provide milestone updates on the Airport Development Land Use Analysis

Commission for the Arts

The Commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024. Members will also receive updates on the Public Art Fund budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25.

• Election of 2024 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Update regarding changes to City Council Advisory Bodies
• Staff update on the Public Art Fund budget for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25
• Discussion of Alignment of Funding Model and Community Outreach Subcommittees
• Approval of the 2024 Commission for the Arts meeting calendar

The Commission elected Commissioner DeOrnelas as Chairperson and Commissioner Milder as Vice-Chairperson. The body also approved its 2024 meeting calendar and previous meeting minutes. Discussions regarding subcommittee purpose statements were continued to the next meeting.

• Elected Commissioner DeOrnelas as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Commissioner Milder as Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Meeting Calendar (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved December 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 3 abstain)
• Continued discussion on Funding Model and Community Outreach Subcommittees to next month

Library Board of Trustees - Special Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss recommended changes to City Council Advisory Bodies and review redlined rules of procedure. Members will also provide feedback on a draft presentation for the 2024 annual update to the City Council. The meeting includes reports on library statistics and activities from October 2023.

• Proposed changes to City Council Advisory Bodies
• Review of 'Not Your Mother's Library' article
• Feedback on 2024 annual update to the City Council
• October 2023 library statistics report
• October 2023 library activities report

The Library Board of Trustees approved the draft minutes from their October 26 meeting with a minor clarification. They provided feedback to the City Council regarding proposed changes to city advisory bodies, expressing concerns about workload impacts and youth engagement. The board also reviewed library statistics, activities, and an article on library evolution, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved October 26 draft minutes with clarification (4-0 vote)
• Provided feedback to City Council on advisory body changes
• Received reports on October library statistics and activities
• Reviewed article 'Not Your Mother's Library'

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for the upcoming term. The meeting includes reviews of winter reading program results, library statistics, and upcoming summer programming.

• Election of a chairperson and vice chairperson to serve until January 2025
• Report and recap on the 2023/2024 Winter Reading Program
• Presentation on 'Building Equity Based Summers' training
• Plans for Summer 2024 and the Civic Center Library's 20th Anniversary Celebration
• Library statistics and activity reports for November 2023, December 2023, and January 2024

The Library Board of Trustees re-elected its leadership for the coming year. The board also approved minutes from a previous special meeting and received several staff reports on library programs and statistics.

• Re-elected Richard Hunt as Chair and Lainie Pascall as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved December 7, 2023 Special Meeting minutes with one correction (4-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review monthly operational data. The discussion includes aircraft operations, general airport activity, and noise concern statistics for October 2023.

• Approval of November 6, 2023, draft minutes
• Review of October 2023 airport activity and aircraft operations
• Review of October 2023 noise concern statistics

The Livermore Airport Commission met on December 4, 2023, with Chair Darin Bishop and Commissioners Jon Levine and Victoria Schellenberger present; Vice Chair Christopher Dombrowski was absent. The commission approved the minutes of the November 6, 2023 regular meeting and approved the airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns reports for October 2023, both by 3-0-1 votes with Dombrowski absent. Acting Airport Manager Stuth announced that updates to Advisory Bodies Rules of Procedures would go to Council on December 11, 2023, with comments due by December 8, 2023. Commissioner Levine directed staff to share additional findings beyond the initial Reid-Hillview study regarding leaded aviation fuel, and Chair Bishop directed staff to provide an update on repairs to North Gate 4 and fencing damaged by 2023 floods.

• Approved minutes of the November 6, 2023 regular meeting (3-0-1, Vice Chair Dombrowski absent)
• Approved airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns reports for October 2023 (3-0-1, Vice Chair Dombrowski absent)
• Commissioner Levine directed staff to share additional findings beyond the initial Reid-Hillview study regarding leaded aviation fuel
• Chair Bishop directed staff to provide an update on repairs to North Gate 4 and fencing damaged by 2023 floods

Commission for the Arts

The Commission will receive updates regarding the Public Art Fund budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25. Members will also discuss changes to City Council Advisory Bodies and provide direction for subcommittees. The meeting includes approval of the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Public Art Fund budget update for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25
• Changes to City Council Advisory Bodies and Rules of Procedure
• Direction for Alignment of Funding Model and Community Outreach Subcommittees
• Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar

The meeting was called to order at 4:35 p.m. and adjourned at 4:36 p.m. because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made.

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider several administrative actions including subcommittee appointments. The meeting includes a presentation on library arts and an update on a public art series proposal.

• Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant applications
• Livermore Public Library Arts & Programming presentation
• Staff update regarding the Dynamic Public Art Series proposal by Trent Thompson
• Discussion regarding the Alignment of Funding Model Subcommittee
• Appointment of new Commissioners to the Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee

The Commission appointed members to the Mini Grant review and Developer Initiated Art subcommittees. The body also received updates on library programming and a public art series proposal.

• Approved October 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-2)
• Appointed Commissioners Custodio, Milder (Chair), and Hickman to the Mini Grant review subcommittee
• Appointed Commissioners Gausman, Ohnemus, and Wollard (Chair) to the Developer Initiated Art subcommittee
• Received update on Livermore Public Library Arts & Programming
• Received update on Dynamic Public Art Series proposal by Trent Thompson
• Continued discussion on Alignment of Funding Model Subcommittee to December meeting

Human Services Commission

The commission will elect its 2024 Chair and Vice Chair. Staff will also present critical dates for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grant Program and discuss next steps for the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment.

• Election of the 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Report on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grant Program critical dates
• Discussion regarding the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment timeline
• Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar

The Commission appointed Vice Chair Nakamura as Chair and Commissioner Antonio as Vice Chair for 2024. The body also approved the 2024 meeting calendar and several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Appointed Vice-Chair Nakamura as Chair for 2024 (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Antonio as Vice Chair for 2024 (7-0)
• Approved 2024 Human Services Commission Meeting Calendar (7-0)
• Approved September 12, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved November 14, 2023 special meeting workshop minutes (7-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review September 2023 activity and noise reports. Members will also elect officers for 2024 and approve the annual meeting calendar. Additionally, the commission will discuss updating standards to require unleaded aviation fuel provision by FBOs.

• Approval of October 2, 2023, draft minutes
• Review of September 2023 airport activity and noise reports
• Approval of the 2024 Annual Meeting Calendar
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024
• Discussion on requiring unleaded aviation fuel provision by FBOs

The Commission elected Darin Bishop as Chair and Christopher Dombrowski as Vice Chair for 2024. Members approved the 2024 meeting calendar and September 2023 activity and noise reports. The Commission also provided advisory recommendations regarding unleaded aviation fuel requirements.

• Approved October 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 2023 airport activity, operations, and noise reports (4-0)
• Approved 2024 annual meeting calendar (4-0)
• Elected Darin Bishop as Chair and Christopher Dombrowski as Vice Chair for 2024 (4-0)
• Recommended that unleaded fuel requirements use generic language regardless of brand or octane