Piedmont public meetings in 2022

City Council Meeting

This special meeting focuses on organizational transitions: certifying the November election results, swearing in newly elected Board of Education members and City Councilmembers, and electing the next mayor and vice mayor. The consent calendar also includes a resolution to continue meeting by teleconference. No substantive policy or budget decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of resolution to continue teleconference meetings per Government Code Section 54953
• Certification of results from the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election
• Swearing in of new Board of Education members and new Councilmembers
• Election of Mayor (conducted by Vice Mayor) and election of Vice Mayor (conducted by new Mayor)

The Piedmont City Council approved a consent calendar that included a resolution to continue teleconference meetings and certified the results of the November 2022 municipal election. Newly elected councilmembers and school board members were sworn in. The Council then elected Jennifer Cavenaugh as Mayor and Betsy Smegal Andersen as Vice Mayor, both by unanimous votes.

• Approved consent calendar including teleconference meeting resolution and election certification (5-0)
• Certified election results: Betsy Smegal Andersen, Tom Ramsey, Jennifer Long elected to Council; Ruchi Medhekar, Lindsay Thomasson elected to Board of Education
• Sworn in new Board of Education members Lindsay Thomasson and Ruchi Medhekar
• Sworn in new City Councilmembers Betsy Smegal Andersen, Jennifer Long, and Tom Ramsey
• Elected Jennifer Cavenaugh as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Betsy Smegal Andersen as Vice Mayor (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will vote on a recommendation to remove five Liquidambar street trees on Selborne Drive due to poor condition and a resident petition. They will also receive updates on memorializing the Sidney and Irene Dearing family history at Triangle Park, various park projects including Linda Park lawn renovation and Highland Guilford handrail/stair project, and the Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant funding allocation.

• Consider removal of five Sweetgum trees on Selborne Dr. (trees #184, #182, #190, #192, #191)
• Update on opportunities to memorialize Sidney and Irene Dearing family at Triangle Park (Magnolia & Wildwood Avenues)
• Projects: Linda Park lawn renovation, Highland Guilford handrail/stair, Crocker Park pathways, Piedmont Park irrigation, bottle filling stations
• Update on tree inventory and street trees with Davey Tree Company
• Update on Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant funding for Piedmont Middle School sports court and pedestrian foot bridge

The Park Commission approved the removal of five liquidambar street trees on Selborne Dr. due to safety hazards. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from November 2, 2022. Staff reported on the status of various park projects and the allocation of Proposition 68 grant funding.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved removal of five liquidambar trees on Selborne Dr. (7-0)
• Designated City Council to allocate funding for Sidney Dearing family history recognition
• City Council designated City's share of Proposition 68 Per Capita grant funding to Park Commission projects

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider awarding a $21.7 million construction contract for the Piedmont Community Pool Project, with an overall budget of $23.87 million. They will also receive a pool operational analysis and provide direction to the Community Pool Advisory Committee. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, a resolution on teleconference meetings, a second reading of an ordinance regulating accessory dwelling units and additional bedrooms, and approval of a new fee schedule for related permits.

• Award of construction contract to Wickman Development & Construction for $21,700,000 with a total budget of $23,870,000 for the Community Pool Project
• Receive Community Pool Operational Analysis Report and give direction to the Advisory Committee
• Second reading of Ordinance 768 N.S. to amend Chapter 17 of the City Code regulating accessory dwelling units and additional bedrooms per state law
• Approval of additions to the City of Piedmont Schedule of Fees and Charges for Additional Bedroom Permits and SB 9 related applications
• Presentation of a Proclamation Condemning Antisemitism and Hate Speech

The City Council approved a $21.7 million construction contract for the Piedmont Community Pool to Wickman Development & Construction. The council also approved a $23.87 million overall budget with a 10% contingency and directed staff to return with a pool pass model and fee structure.

• Approved $21.7M pool construction contract (5-0)
• Approved $23.87M overall construction budget with 10% contingency (5-0)
• Directed staff to return with pool pass model and fee structure
• Approved teleconference meeting resolution (5-0)
• Added SB9 application fees: $1,980 for Urban Lot Split, $2,000 for Housing Development (5-0)
• Added $233 fee for Additional Bedroom Permit applications (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the City Code to regulate accessory dwelling units and additional bedrooms in accordance with recent state legislation. The council will also consider allocating Proposition 68 per capita grant funds for upgrades to Piedmont Middle School sport courts and a pedestrian foot bridge in Piedmont Park. A verbal report on the status of the Piedmont Community Pool Project will be given. Consent calendar items include approval of minutes, a resolution on teleconference meetings, adoption of 2022 Building & Fire Codes, and acceptance of improvements for the Oakland Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project.

• 2nd Reading of Ord. 767 N.S. – Adoption of 2022 Building & Fire Codes
• Approval of acceptance of improvements for the Oakland Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Introduction and 1st Reading of Ord. 768 N.S. – Regulation of accessory dwelling units and additional bedrooms
• Consideration of allocating Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant funding for upgrades to Piedmont Middle School sport courts and a pedestrian foot bridge near Bushy Dell Creek
• Verbal report on the status of the Piedmont Community Pool Project

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 768 N.S., updating accessory dwelling unit regulations to comply with state law, with Mayor King recused. The council also accepted the completed Oakland Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project and designated Proposition 68 grant funds for upgrades to Piedmont Middle School sport courts and a pedestrian footbridge replacement.

• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 74-2022 (teleconference meetings) and 2nd reading of Ordinance 767 N.S. (2022 Building & Fire Codes) (5-0)
• Accepted Oakland Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Resolution 75-2022) (5-0)
• Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 768 N.S. regulating accessory dwelling units and additional bedrooms (4-0, King recused)
• Designated Prop. 68 per capita grant funds for Piedmont Middle School sport courts and pedestrian footbridge replacement (Resolution 77-2022) (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution authorizing staff to finalize and submit the Draft 6th Cycle City of Piedmont Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review. This is the only substantive item on the special session agenda. The meeting also includes procedural items such as the call to order and pledge of allegiance.

• Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Staff to Finalize and Submit the Draft 6th Cycle City of Piedmont Housing Element to HCD for Review

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing staff to finalize and submit the Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review. The draft includes a sites inventory of 587 RHNA units distributed across the city, with revisions including expanding the Moraga Canyon Specific Plan study area and redistributing units. The action was taken to meet the January 31, 2023 state deadline for a compliant housing element.

• Approved Resolution No. 73-2022 authorizing submission of Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element to HCD (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance 767 N.S. to adopt the 2022 Building & Fire Codes and consider a resolution to pursue solar and battery energy systems at critical municipal facilities in partnership with East Bay Community Energy. Other items include a resolution amending the salary of the Chief of Police, approval of a crossing guard contract, parcel consolidation for the Piedmont Community Pool Project, and renewed MOU with the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Consent items also cover a street use application for the Turkey Trot and purchase of police radios.

• Introduction and first reading of Ordinance 767 N.S. adopting 2022 Building & Fire Codes
• Resolution to pursue solar and battery energy systems at critical municipal facilities via East Bay Community Energy Power Purchase Agreement
• Resolution amending the salary of the Chief of Police
• Resolution consolidating three parcels into two for the Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Renewed Memorandum of Understanding with Alameda County Sheriff's Office for crime scene investigation and critical incident handling

The City Council approved the 2022 Building and Fire Codes, authorized a 2.74% salary increase for the Police Chief to $245,000, and directed staff to pursue solar and battery systems at critical facilities through a partnership with East Bay Community Energy. The Council also approved a renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Alameda County Sheriff's Office for crime scene investigation.

• Approved 2022 Building and Fire Codes (5-0)
• Authorized Police Chief salary increase to $245,000 (5-0)
• Directed pursuit of solar and battery systems at critical facilities (5-0)
• Approved renewal of MOU with Alameda County Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement radios for Police Department (5-0)
• Approved crossing guard services agreement for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved street use application for 2022 Piedmont Turkey Trot (5-0)
• Deferred approval of resolution consolidating parcels for Piedmont Community Pool Project

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will consider a joint recommendation with the Recreation Commission for using Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant funds to upgrade the Piedmont Middle School sports court with pickleball improvements and replace a pedestrian foot bridge in Piedmont Park. They will also hear updates on park projects including tree removal at Linda Beach Field, the Highland Guilford handrail and stair project, and water bottle filling stations donated by the Piedmont Beautification Foundation. Additionally, an update on the city's tree inventory and monthly maintenance reports for September and October will be presented.

• Update on memorializing the Sidney and Irene Dearing family history at Triangle Park (Magnolia and Wildwood Avenues)
• Recommendation to City Council on Proposition 68 per capita grant for Piedmont Middle School sports court upgrades (pickleball, volleyball, basketball) and replacement of pedestrian foot bridge in Piedmont Park near Bushy Dell Creek
• Tree removal of four flowering pears at Linda Beach Field due to poor condition and fire blight
• Donation of water bottle filling stations in parks by Piedmont Beautification Foundation
• Highland Guilford Handrail and Stair project awaiting finalized contracts

The Park Commission approved the minutes of its October 5, 2022 meeting (6-0-1, Ruby abstained). The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates with no further votes or decisions: a tree inventory update from Davey Tree Company, an update on memorializing the Sidney Dearing family history, project updates at Linda Park and the Highland Guilford handrail/stair project, and a status update on the Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant recommendation to City Council. No other action items were decided.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2022 meeting (6-0-1; Ruby abstained)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss rejecting all bids for the Piedmont Community Pool Project and directing staff to rebid. They will also consider FY 2021-22 year-end appropriations and transfers, and approve a sewer rehabilitation contract worth $569,890. A closed session will evaluate the Chief of Police and discuss labor negotiations.

• Consideration of authorization to reject all bids for the Piedmont Community Pool Project and direction to rebid
• Award of 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Project to Hardiman Construction Inc. in the amount of $569,890
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 766 N.S. adopting 2022 state building standards codes with energy efficiency, photovoltaic, and all-electric construction requirements for new or existing single-family buildings
• Acceptance of the 2022-23 State COPS grant and approval of spending plan
• FY 2021-22 year-end appropriations and carryforwards

The City Council rejected all bids for the Community Pool project due to costs exceeding available funding and authorized a new bidding process. The Council also approved several year-end financial appropriations, transfers, and a sewer rehabilitation contract.

• Rejected all bids for the Piedmont Community Pool Project and authorized modified bid documents (5-0)
• Approved $569,890.00 contract for 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Project to Hardiman Construction Inc. (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021-22 year end appropriations of $285,594 for Public Works and $130,314 for Workers Compensation (5-0)
• Approved carryforwards of $70,000 for tree inventory and $100,000 for Corey Reich Tennis Center lighting (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021-22 year end transfers of $1.7 million to Facilities Capital Fund and $1.0 million to Equipment Replacement Fund (5-0)
• Approved 2022-23 State of California Citizens Option for Public Safety (COPS) Grant and spending plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 766 N.S. regarding 2022 State Building Standards Codes and energy efficiency requirements (5-0)
• Approved resolution to continue using streamlined notice requirements for teleconference meetings (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will hear updates on several park projects including the Highland Guilford handrail and stair project, the Crocker Park ADA pathway, and the Linda Park lawn renovation. They will also receive an update on efforts to memorialize the Sidney Dearing family at Triangle Park, and a report on the city's tree inventory and street tree maintenance. The meeting is primarily informational with no major decisions planned.

• Update on memorializing Sidney Dearing family history at Triangle Park
• Highland Guilford handrail and stair project (approved by City Council)
• Crocker Park pathway project for ADA compliance
• Tree inventory update – 80% of street trees inventoried
• Monthly maintenance report for August 2022

The Park Commission approved the September 7, 2022 meeting minutes with an amendment to the Linda Park section specifying design goals. Staff reported on ongoing projects at Linda Park, Highland Guilford, and Crocker Park, and provided an update on the city's tree inventory.

• Approved September 7, 2022 minutes with amendment to Linda Park section
• Approved minutes 5-0 (Dunlap, Johnson, Moses, Shoshani, Smegal, Wu)
• Scheduled landscaping and sheet mulching for mid-October at Linda Park
• Scheduled Bark in the Park event for November at Piedmont Park
• Scheduled joint Park and Recreation Commission meeting for Oct 19 on Prop 68 funds

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 19, 2022, following a closed session to evaluate the Chief of Police. On the regular agenda, the Council will receive a final report on police call data analysis from the University of Texas at San Antonio, an annual progress report on the Housing Element, and a performance review of the Republic Services collection agreement. The Council will also conduct the first reading of Ordinance 766 N.S., which would adopt 2022 state building codes including energy efficiency measures, photovoltaic systems, and all-electric construction for new and existing single-family buildings. Additionally, a second reading of Ordinance 765 N.S. to prohibit flavored tobacco sales and consideration of fines for tobacco violations are on the consent calendar.

• First reading of Ordinance 766 N.S. – adopting 2022 State Building Standards Codes with all-electric construction requirements
• Second reading of Ordinance 765 N.S. – prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco in Piedmont
• Consideration of fines for violations of the City's tobacco regulations
• Receipt of final report and recommendations on police call data analysis by University of Texas at San Antonio
• Performance review of Republic Services collection agreement by R3 Consulting Group

The City Council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance 765 N.S., prohibiting flavored tobacco sales in Piedmont, and adopted a resolution consolidating fines of $250 per violation for tobacco-related offenses. The Council also introduced the first reading of Ordinance 766 N.S. to readopt Reach Codes for energy efficiency and all-electric construction, with final adoption pending. Additionally, the consent calendar was approved, and reports on police call data analysis, housing progress, and Republic Services audit were received without further action.

• Adopted Ordinance 765 N.S. prohibiting flavored tobacco sales (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 63-2022 approving consent calendar including fines consolidation (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 766 N.S. to readopt Reach Codes (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will receive an update on opportunities to memorialize the Sidney Dearing family at the Triangle Park at Magnolia and Wildwood Avenues. They will also hear updates on city park projects including native garden enhancements at Piedmont Park, lawn renovation at Linda Park, and the Highland Guilford handrail and stair project. Additionally, there will be an update on the city's tree inventory and street trees.

• Update on opportunities to memorialize Sidney Dearing family history at Triangle Park
• Piedmont Garden Club's proposed native garden enhancement at Piedmont Park
• Linda Park lawn renovation project
• Highland Guilford handrail and stair project
• Tree inventory update with first measurement of urban forest benefits

City Council Meeting

The City Council will introduce an ordinance to ban flavored tobacco sales and consider several contracts, including a $296,555 design contract for the dispatch center, a $388,000 project for Highland Guilford Steps, and a $198,076 recreation center reroof. Also on the agenda: an executive search for a city administrator and an overview of pedestrian ramp standards. A verbal update on public safety and disaster preparedness is scheduled.

• Introduction and first reading of Ordinance 765 N.S. prohibiting sale of flavored tobacco in Piedmont
• Consideration of $296,555 agreement with COAR Design Group for architecture and engineering design services for the Piedmont Dispatch Center Project
• Consideration of $388,000 tender agreement with ARCH Insurance Company and Bay Construction for Highland Guilford Steps and Handrail Project
• Award of $198,076 contract to Andy's Roofing Company for Recreation Center Reroof Project, with overall budget of $222,884
• Consideration of actions related to executive search for city administrator and authorization to retain executive recruitment firm

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 765 N.S. prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products in Piedmont (4-0). It also authorized a $35,000 contract with Bob Murray & Associates to recruit a new city administrator and approved a $296,555 agreement with COAR Design Group for the dispatch center project. The consent calendar, including teleconference meeting authority, was adopted. No decisions were made on public safety updates or the Manor Drive curb ramp concerns raised in public forum.

• Approved consent calendar (Resolution 57-2022) including minutes and teleconference meeting extension (4-0)
• Authorized city administrator to contract with Bob Murray & Associates for executive search, appropriating $35,000 from General Fund Reserve (Resolution 58-2022, 4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 765 N.S. banning flavored tobacco sales (Resolution 59-2022, 4-0)
• Approved agreement with COAR Design Group for dispatch center architecture and engineering services, not to exceed $296,555 (Resolution 60-2022, 4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider three related items for the Piedmont Community Pool: a resolution to levy a voter-approved property tax for general obligation bonds, authorization to solicit bids for construction, and an amendment to the project management contract with Griffin Structures. Consent items include the appointment of a voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and a resolution to continue meeting by teleconference.

• Resolution requesting Alameda County to levy a tax on all real and personal property for the 2020 voter-approved General Obligation Bonds for the Piedmont Community Pool.
• Authorization to solicit bids for the Piedmont Community Pool project and direction to staff to proceed with fundraising efforts.
• Amendment to the city's agreement with Griffin Structures for project management/owner's representative services and approval of an amended overall budget for the contract.
• Appointment of a voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference.
• Resolution proclaiming the continuing need to meet by teleconference under Government Code Section 54953.

The City Council unanimously approved four main actions: adopting the consent calendar (including continued teleconference meetings), levying the Measure UU pool bond tax at $23.17 per $100,000 assessed value, authorizing staff to solicit bids for the community pool construction, and amending the contract with Griffin Structures for project management services up to $350,000. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Long absent.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, voting delegate appointment, and teleconference meeting resolution (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 54-2022 levying pool bond tax at $23.17 per $100,000 assessed value for FY 2022-23 (4-0)
• Authorized staff to solicit bids from pre-qualified contractors for the Piedmont Community Pool project via Resolution 55-2022 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Griffin Structures agreement for project management services not to exceed $350,000, increasing total contract to $962,700 (4-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will decide on a resident's request to remove a Coast Live Oak tree on the pedestrian pathway between Mountain and Sierra Avenues. They will also receive updates on several park projects including Linda Park lawn renovation, St. James Island planting, and a subcommittee's efforts to commemorate Sidney Dearing. Other items include approval of June 1 meeting minutes and monthly maintenance reports.

• Consideration of tree removal request for a 29-inch-diameter Coast Live Oak on pedestrian pathway between Mountain and Sierra Avenues
• Update on subcommittee to commemorate Sidney Dearing family at Triangle Park (Magnolia and Wildwood Avenues)
• Linda Park lawn renovation and neighborhood meeting
• St. James Island planting and irrigation installation
• Highland Guilford handrail and stair project

The Park Commission approved the removal of a Coast Live Oak tree along the pedestrian pathway between Mountain and Sierra Avenues, based on staff and arborist recommendations citing safety hazards and defects. The Commission also approved the minutes of the June 1, 2022 meeting as amended. Other agenda items were discussed but no further decisions were made.

• Approved removal of public tree on pedestrian pathway between Mountain and Sierra Avenues (7-0, Ruby recused)
• Approved Park Commission meeting minutes of June 1, 2022, as amended (5-0, Wu absent, Shoshani abstain)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will receive a presentation on the Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element and provide direction to staff on the sites inventory. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, a salary range for an administrative position, a revised SB1 road maintenance resolution, and a $154,787 backhoe purchase for Public Works.

• Presentation and direction on Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element sites inventory
• Approval of $154,787 for a replacement backhoe for Public Works
• Approval of a revised resolution designating SB1 road maintenance projects for FY 2022-23
• Approval of salary range for Administrative Services Technician I position
• Approval of Council meeting minutes from July 18, 2022

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included approving salary ranges for an Administrative Services Technician I position and a $154,787.07 backhoe purchase. The Council also directed staff to conduct analyses and planning for the Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element, specifically regarding the Moraga Canyon Specific Plan and redistributing housing units from the Civic Center to Grand Avenue.

• Approved salary ranges for Administrative Services Technician I (5-0)
• Approved $154,787.07 backhoe purchase (5-0)
• Directed staff to expand Moraga Canyon Specific Plan area (5-0)
• Directed staff to analyze relocating 74 lower-income units from Civic Center to Grand Avenue (5-0)
• Directed staff to analyze relocating 18 moderate-income units from Civic Center to Zones C & D (5-0)
• Directed staff to analyze relocating above moderate-income units from Grand Avenue (5-0)
• Directed staff to maximize ADU count (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will consider an appeal of the Planning Commission’s denial of a design review permit for a stylistic remodel at 116 Fairview Avenue. Other business includes a presentation from East Bay Municipal Utility District on water conservation and a report on the city’s 2020 greenhouse gas emissions inventory and Climate Action Plan 2.0 implementation. The council will also vote on amendments for the community pool project and a contract for ADA self-evaluation services. Several consent items, including meeting minutes and election procedural details, are on the agenda.

• Appeal of Planning Commission's denial of design review permit for a stylistic remodel at 116 Fairview Avenue
• Amendment to agreement with ELS Architecture & Urban Design for frontage and right-of-way improvements at the Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Agreement with Disability Access Consultants for ADA self-evaluation and transition plan services
• Presentation from East Bay Municipal Utility District regarding water conservation
• Report on 2020 greenhouse gas emissions inventory and Climate Action Plan 2.0 implementation status

The City Council approved a resolution to hold the November 8, 2022 municipal election and continued teleconference meetings. The Council also denied an appeal to overturn a Planning Commission decision regarding a design review permit at 116 Fairview Avenue.

• Approved General Municipal Election resolution (4-0)
• Continued teleconference meetings via Resolution 48-2022
• Denied design review appeal at 116 Fairview Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2022-2023 operating budget, other funds budget, and schedule of fees and charges. The council will also consider levying the Municipal Services Special Tax and the Special Municipal Sewer Tax. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution to submit the draft 6th Cycle Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for review.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-2023 operating budget and other funds budget
• Approval of FY 2022-2023 schedule of fees and charges
• Levy of Municipal Services Special Tax and Special Municipal Sewer Tax for FY 2022-2023
• Confirmation of City's annual appropriation (Gann) limit
• Resolution to submit draft 6th Cycle Housing Element to HCD

The Piedmont City Council adopted the 2022-23 operating budget of $34.9 million and levied special taxes for municipal services and sewer services. The council also directed staff to revise the draft Housing Element.

• Adopted 2022-23 Operating Budget ($34,897,770)
• Adopted 2022-23 Other Funds Budget ($18,561,942)
• Approved updated fees and charges
• Set 2022-23 appropriation limit at $30,278,160
• Levied Municipal Services Special Tax ($2,518,000)
• Levied Special Municipal Sewer Tax ($2,919,000)
• Directed staff to revise draft Housing Element
• Directed staff to consider alternatives for Moraga Canyon development

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2022-23 budget, fee proposals, and the levy of the Municipal Services Tax and Sewer Tax, along with a report from the Budget Advisory and Financial Planning Committee. The council will also consider a 12-month extension of an IT support services agreement with Computer Courage for $329,400 per year. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes, a resolution on teleconference meetings, designation of SB1 road projects, and appointments to commissions.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-23 budget, fee proposals, and tax levies (Municipal Services Tax and Sewer Tax)
• Twelve-month extension of IT support agreement with Computer Courage for $329,400 per year
• Resolution designating projects for Senate Bill 1 Road Maintenance for FY 2022-23
• Approval of appointments to Park Commission and Public Safety Committee
• Proclamations for June 2022 as Pride Month and Gun Safety Awareness Month

The council approved a one-year extension of its contract with Computer Courage for IT support services at $329,400 annually. The consent calendar was approved, including a resolution to continue teleconference meetings, adoption of a road maintenance project list for SB 1 funding, and appointments to the Park Commission and Public Safety Committee. A public hearing was held on the proposed FY 2022-23 budget, but no vote was taken.

• Approved fourth amendment to Computer Courage IT support contract, extending 12 months at $329,400/year (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including teleconference meeting resolution, SB 1 road maintenance project list, and appointments of Sharon Shoshani to Park Commission and Georgina Russell to Public Safety Committee (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will consider establishing a subcommittee to explore ways to memorialize the Sidney Dearing family, Piedmont's first Black homeowners who were forced out in 1924, at Triangle Park. Commissioners will also receive updates on drought restrictions from EBMUD, city park projects including St. James Island planting and the Highland Guilford handrail and stair project, and street tree inventory and pruning contracts. The meeting includes election of a chair and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Consideration of a subcommittee to explore memorializing the Sidney Dearing family at Triangle Park (Magnolia and Wildwood Avenues)
• Election of Park Commission Chair
• Update on drought restrictions from East Bay Municipal Utility District and City response
• Update on City Park Projects: St. James Island planting and irrigation installation, and Highland Guilford handrail and stair project
• Update on Street Tree projects: inventory, pruning contract, and planting

The Park Commission elected Patty Dunlap as Chair and approved the May 4, 2022 meeting minutes. The Commission also established a subcommittee to explore memorializing the Sidney Dearing family history at the Triangle Park intersection.

• Elected Patty Dunlap as Commission Chair (6-0)
• Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Established Dearing Commemoration Subcommittee (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Discussed EBMUD water restrictions and irrigation upgrades
• Received updates on St. James Island, Linda Park, and Highland Guilford Steps projects
• Received monthly maintenance report for parks and street trees

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on a second reading of an ordinance adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy, approve a $145,370 street tree pruning contract, and authorize $107,811 for a new animal services vehicle. The regular agenda includes naming Triangle Park as Dearing Family Memorial Park and allocating an additional $30,000 for electric vehicle charging stations and ADA improvements.

• 2nd reading of Ord. 764 N.S. adopting Military Equipment Use Policy
• Award of FY2021-2022 Street Tree Pruning Project to Arborworks LLC for $145,370
• Purchase of an Animal Services Vehicle and upfitting for $107,811.23
• Consideration of naming Triangle Park at Magnolia and Wildwood Avenues as Dearing Family Memorial Park
• Appropriation of $30,000 for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations on Magnolia Avenue and ADA improvements

The City Council approved a $145,370 contract for street tree pruning, a $107,811.23 replacement animal services vehicle, and an additional $30,000 for electric vehicle charging stations on Magnolia Avenue. The Council also directed the Park Commission to explore options for memorializing the Dearing family history.

• Approved $145,370 street tree pruning contract (5-0)
• Approved $107,811.23 animal services vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 appropriation for EV charging stations (5-0)
• Directed Park Commission to explore Dearing family memorial (5-0)
• Directed staff to agendize proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will hear an informational report on Piedmont's Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element, a state-mandated update. Commissioners will also receive updates on electric vehicle charging stations on Magnolia Avenue, tree inventory software procurement, and several park projects including Linda Park lawn renovation and St. James Island planting. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and an Arbor Day celebration update.

• Receipt of Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element report (informational)
• Update on installation of EV charging stations on Magnolia Avenue adjacent to Piedmont Park
• Update on procurement of tree inventory and management software
• Linda Park lawn renovation with sheet mulching and Piedmont Garden Club donation
• St. James Island planting and irrigation installation

The Piedmont Park Commission approved the minutes of its April 6, 2022 meeting (6-0). No substantive decisions were made; the commission received informational reports on the Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element, installation of EV charging stations, procurement of tree inventory software, and city park projects.

• Approved Park Commission minutes for April 6, 2022 (6-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy. The council will also consider design modifications to the Recreation Pool and an additional $300,000 for sidewalk replacement. Consent items include a tree pruning contract, a donation policy, and minutes approval.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 764 N.S. – Adoption of Military Equipment Use Policy
• Receipt of Piedmont Community Pool Design Development Package and authorization to advance to construction documents
• Consideration of additional appropriation of $300,000 for sidewalk replacement and repair for FY 21-22
• Award of FY2021-2022 Street Tree Pruning Project to Arborworks LLC in the amount of $145,370
• Approval of a Donation Policy for the City of Piedmont

The City Council approved design modifications for the Piedmont Community Pool and authorized an additional $300,000 for sidewalk repair. They also approved a resolution to continue meeting by teleconference and adopted a Donation & Naming Policy.

• Approved $300,000 additional funds for sidewalk repair (5-0)
• Approved design modifications for Piedmont Community Pool (5-0)
• Authorized staff to advance pool project to construction documents phase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 28-2022 to continue teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Approved Donation & Naming Policy (5-0)
• Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance 764 N.S. for Military Equipment Use Policy (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a presentation by the Mayor. The agenda consists solely of the State of the City Address followed by an adjournment.

• State of the City Address

The special City Council meeting consisted solely of Mayor Teddy Gray King's State of the City address, highlighting achievements in public safety, infrastructure, housing, recreation, and environmental sustainability. No ordinances, resolutions, or other formal actions were considered or voted on. The meeting adjourned after the presentation.

Park Commission Meeting

The Piedmont Park Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair, consider 2022 Heritage Tree nominations, and receive updates on Arbor Day, tree-related projects (including inventory and pruning contract), Linda Park lawn renovation, St. James Island, and the Highland-Guilford steps and handrail project. The meeting includes public forum and approval of previous minutes.

• Election of Park Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Consideration of Heritage Tree Nominations for 2022
• Update on City Tree Related Projects: Heritage Tree signage, tree inventory, street tree pruning contract, integrated pest management
• Update on Linda Park Lawn Renovation
• Update on Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail Project

The Park Commission elected Amber Brumfiel as Chair and Robin Wu as Vice-Chair. The body approved the designation of four new heritage trees and approved minutes from previous meetings. The commission discussed upcoming Arbor Day events and maintenance projects.

• Elected Amber Brumfiel as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Robin Wu as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Approved January 5, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 2, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Deodar Cedar at Alta and Scenic Island as heritage tree
• Approved Melaleucas on Linda Ave. as heritage tree
• Approved Northern Catalpa in front of 46 Nace Ave. as heritage tree
• Approved Autumn Blaze Maples on 400 Block of Wildwood Ave. as heritage tree

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider directing staff to proceed with full electrification of the Piedmont Community Pool through design development, receive an update on pool design modifications including lane length, and review traffic safety. The council is also set to award a $1,649,700 contract for the 2021 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to McGuire and Hester, with a total project budget of $2,012,170.

• Direction to staff to proceed with full electrification of Piedmont Community Pool through design development
• Update on community pool design modifications, including review of 20 vs 25 yard recreation pool lanes referred to Community Pool Advisory Committee
• Direction to staff to prepare a donation policy for the Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Update on traffic safety
• Resolution awarding 2021 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to McGuire and Hester for $1,649,700, with total construction budget of $2,012,170

The City Council approved a $1.65 million contract for street resurfacing and directed staff to proceed with full electrification of the community pool. The Council also referred lane length options to an advisory committee.

• Approved $1.65M road resurfacing contract (5-0)
• Directed pool electrification through design phase (5-0)
• Referred 20-yard vs 25-yard pool lanes to advisory committee (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare donation policy for pool project (5-0)
• Continued teleconference meetings per state emergency (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will receive an update on the Piedmont Community Pool schematic design process, including updated cost estimates and proposed design modifications, and may give direction to move into design development. The Council will also accept the 2020-2021 audited financial statements and receive a verbal update on the effects of the COVID-19 emergency. Other items include approval of meeting minutes and an Arbor Day celebration update.

• Update on Piedmont Community Pool schematic design, cost estimates, and possible direction to proceed into design development
• Receipt of energy use report for the pool conceptual design
• Acceptance of the 2020-2021 audited financial statements
• Verbal update on the effects of the COVID-19 emergency on the city
• Introduction of new employees

The City Council approved a modified schematic design for the Piedmont Community Pool and directed staff to maintain 25-yard lap lanes and explore private and grant funding. The Council also accepted the Independent Auditor's reports for the fiscal year 2020-2021.

• Approved 2022-03-07 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Independent Auditor's reports for fiscal year 2020-2021 (5-0)
• Directed staff to advance modified pool schematic design to design development (5-0)
• Directed staff to maintain 25-yard lap lane length and explore private/grant funding (5-0)
• Deferred decision on pool electrification to April 4, 2022 meeting

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on a Facility Use Agreement with the Piedmont Center for the Arts for the Main Hall at 801 Magnolia Avenue, including establishing community use fees and authorizing termination of the existing lease. The consent calendar includes a fee waiver for the Piedmont Community Pool Project and a resolution to continue teleconference meetings. A verbal update on COVID-19 effects is also scheduled.

• Approval of a Facility Use Agreement with Piedmont Center for the Arts for 801 Magnolia Avenue and new community use fees
• Fee waiver for planning and building fees for the Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Resolution proclaiming continuing need to meet by teleconference under Government Code Section 54953
• Verbal update on the effects of the COVID-19 emergency on Piedmont
• Closed session to evaluate performance of the City Administrator

The City Council approved a five-year Facility Use Agreement with the Piedmont Center for the Arts for the Main Hall at 801 Magnolia Avenue, as amended to include a 90-day release of unscheduled time and good faith meetings after 18 months. The vote was 3-2. The Council also approved a fee schedule for hall rentals and directed issuance of a 30-day lease termination notice effective April 11, 2022. Consent items approved included a fee waiver for the Piedmont Community Pool Project and a resolution continuing teleconference meetings.

• Approved Facility Use Agreement with Piedmont Center for the Arts, as amended (3-2)
• Approved fee schedule for Main Hall: $0-$125/hour depending on user type (5-0)
• Directed City Administrator to issue 30-day lease termination notice to PCA on April 11, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Planning & Building fee waiver for Piedmont Community Pool Project (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 13-2022 continuing teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Extended meeting to midnight and then to 12:05 a.m. (unanimous)
• Deferred verbal COVID-19 update to March 21, 2022
• Proclaimed March 7, 2022 as PHS Boys Soccer Team Day

Park Commission Meeting

The Piedmont Park Commission will receive updates on several park projects, including the Linda Park lawn renovation involving removal of ivy-covered chain-link fencing, Arbor Day 2022 plans with a movie in the park on April 28, and the Heritage Tree nomination process. They will also hear reports on the EBMUD pipeline replacement on Manor Drive, the Highland-Guilford steps and handrail project, tree inventory and pruning contracts, field maintenance at Coaches Field and Hampton Park, and a sustainability update.

• Heritage Tree nominations for 2022 – first application received, interactive map on city website
• Linda Park lawn renovation – extensive repair, removal of ivy-covered chain-link fencing and gates
• EBMUD pipeline replacement on Manor Drive – pipe installed, full repaving scheduled summer 2022
• Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail project – preconstruction meeting held, notice to proceed pending
• Arbor Day 2022 – movie 'Intelligent Trees' on April 28 in Piedmont Park, gratitude trees in parks

The Park Commission approved the minutes from the February 2, 2022 meeting. The group discussed upcoming projects including the Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail project, the EBMUD Pipeline Replacement on Manor Drive, and Arbor Day 2022 events.

• Approved Park Commission minutes for February 2, 2022 (7-0)
• Announced Arbor Day 2022 Movie in the Park for April 28, 2022
• Announced Heritage Tree Winners pinning ceremony at Community Hall
• Announced Gratitude Trees event in four parks during week of April 25-29
• Announced chalk art contest for younger residents during Arbor Day week
• Noted City Council rejected street tree pruning bids and will rebid
• Noted Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail project to begin next Monday
• Noted EBMUD Pipeline Replacement on Manor Drive is complete

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will consider employment resolutions for management employees (including department heads) for the period July 2021 through June 2025. They will also receive the 2021 year-end police department report and hear a verbal update on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Consent items include rejecting all bids for the Street Tree Pruning project and approving cost-sharing agreements with EBMUD for paving on Manor Drive and portions of Wildwood Avenue and Sylvan Way.

• Consideration of employment resolutions for management employees (Assistant City Administrator/City Clerk, Finance Director, Fire Chief, Planning & Building Director, Police Chief, Public Works Director, Recreation Director) for 07/01/21-06/30/25
• Receipt of the 2021 Year End Police Department Report
• Rejection of all bids for FY2021-2022 Street Tree Pruning Project
• Approval of agreements with EBMUD for cost sharing on paving Manor Drive, portions of Wildwood Avenue and Sylvan Way
• Verbal update on City's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts

The Council approved Resolution No. 12-2022, establishing compensation and benefits for management employees from July 2021 through June 2025, including 3% raises in the first two years and 3.25% in years three and four. It also rejected all bids for the FY2021-2022 Street Tree Pruning Project and authorized agreements with EBMUD for cost-sharing on paving work on Manor Drive, Wildwood Avenue, and Sylvan Way. Additionally, the Council approved liaison assignments for 2022 and swore in newly appointed Councilmember Jennifer Long.

• Approved Resolution No. 12-2022 for management employee compensation and benefits (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for the FY2021-2022 Street Tree Pruning Project (consent calendar)
• Authorized City Administrator to execute EBMUD cost-sharing agreements for paving on Manor Drive, Wildwood Avenue, and Sylvan Way (consent calendar)
• Approved Council Liaison Assignments for February 22 through December 31, 2022 (5-0, with one abstention on prior minutes)
• Administered oath of office to newly appointed Councilmember Jennifer Long

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will hear updates on several ongoing projects, including the Linda Park Lawn Renovation, the EBMUD Pipeline Replacement on Manor Drive, and the Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail Project. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of informational reports.

• Update on Linda Park Lawn Renovation
• Update on EBMUD Pipeline Replacement Project on Manor Drive
• Update on Heritage Tree Nominations for 2022
• Update on Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail Project
• Update on Tree Inventory and Street Tree Pruning Contract

The Park Commission approved the minutes from November and December 2021. Staff reported on the status of the Highland-Guilford Steps project and the EBMUD pipeline replacement on Manor Drive. The Commission discussed plans for Arbor Day 2022 and tree nominations.

• Approved November 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Discussed Arbor Day 2022 movie event
• Discussed street tree pruning contract proposals
• Discussed Highland-Guilford Steps project preconstruction

City Council Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)

The City Council will hold a closed session for labor negotiations with unrepresented employees, then consider a consent calendar including approval of minutes, a teleconference resolution, and a change to health funding for the school district from ARPA. Regular agenda items include a final conceptual plan for the community pool, a public hearing for a Shell service station conditional use permit modification, mid-year budget appropriations, a joint application for the state Homekey housing program, and a verbal COVID-19 update.

• Closed session for labor negotiations with unrepresented employees
• Approval of change to ARPA health funding for Piedmont Unified School District
• Consideration of Piedmont Community Pool final conceptual plan
• Public hearing on modification of conditional use permit for Shell service at 29 Wildwood Avenue
• Resolution authorizing joint application for state Homekey program for housing

The City Council approved the Piedmont Community Pool Final Conceptual Plan and authorized flexible use of $100,000 in ARPA funds for the Piedmont Unified School District. Additionally, the Council approved the consent calendar and considered a permit request for 29 Wildwood Avenue.

• Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
• Amended ARPA funding to allow $100,000 for various health-related positions at PUSD (4-0)
• Approved Piedmont Community Pool Final Conceptual Plan (4-0)
• Considered Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for 29 Wildwood Avenue

City Council Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)

The City Council will hold a special session to discuss the process for filling the council seat vacated by the resignation of Councilmember Tim Rood.

• Consideration of the process for filling the vacancy left by Councilmember Tim Rood

The City Council decided to appoint a new member to fill a vacancy left by Tim Rood. They approved a process to solicit applications and hold a special meeting for interviews.

• Directed City Clerk to post vacancy notice and solicit applications
• Set application deadline to Monday, January 31, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
• Scheduled Special Meeting for Monday, February 7, 2022 for interviews

Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)

The Park Commission will receive updates on several projects, including the Highland-Guilford Steps, Proposition 68 grants, Arbor Day 2022, Heritage Tree nominations, the EBMUD pipeline replacement on Manor Drive, and a tree inventory contract. They will also consider appointing a commission representative to the Capital Improvement Program Review Committee. No decisions are expected on the update items.

• Update on Highland-Guilford Steps and Handrail Project
• Update on Proposition 68 Per Capita and Competitive Grants
• Update on Arbor Day 2022
• Update on Heritage Tree Nominations for 2022
• Consideration of appointment of Park Commission representative to CIP Review Committee

The Commission approved Commissioner Eileen Ruby to serve as the representative to the CIP Review Committee. Staff provided updates on tree pruning contracts, the EBMUD pipeline project, and grant statuses.

• Approved Commissioner Eileen Ruby as Representative to the CIP Review Committee (6-0)