Piedmont public meetings in 2024

City Council Meeting

This special meeting focuses on organizational and ceremonial items: certifying the November 5, 2024 general municipal election results, swearing in newly elected Board of Education members and City Councilmembers, and electing a Mayor and Vice Mayor for the upcoming term. No substantive policy decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Certification of election results for the General Municipal Election of November 5, 2024
• Swearing in of new Board of Education members
• Swearing in of new City Councilmembers
• Election of Mayor (conducted by Vice Mayor)
• Election of Vice Mayor (conducted by new Mayor)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider an amendment to increase the authorized total project budget for the Piedmont Community Pool Project and adopt an environmental document for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase 6. Consent items include approval of minutes and an amendment to the electricity services agreement with East Bay Community Energy for the pool project. An informational report on Housing Element program implementation will also be presented.

• Amendment to increase authorized total project budget for Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Resolution to approve Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase 6 with initial study and negative declaration
• First amendment to electricity services agreement with East Bay Community Energy for pool project
• Informational report on Housing Element programs implementation status
• Closed session on anticipated litigation (one case)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider applications for a conditional use permit, variance, and design review to convert a gas station into an EV charging hub at 29 Wildwood Avenue. They will also introduce an ordinance prohibiting parking within 20 feet of crosswalk approaches, consistent with state law. Additionally, the council will discuss an informational report on a $165,000 grant for priority sites and consider appointing an interim finance director.

• Conditional Use Permit, Variance, and Design Review for conversion of gas station to EV charging hub at 29 Wildwood Avenue
• Introduction of Ordinance 776 N.S. to prohibit parking within 20 feet of crosswalk approach (AB 413 implementation)
• Appointment of Lisa Malek-Zadeh as Interim Finance Director and authorization of employment agreement
• Informational report on MTC/ABAG Priority Sites Technical Assistance Grant of $165,000
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024, City Council meeting

The City Council voted 4-0 to approve a conditional use permit, variance, design review, and sign permit to convert a gas station into an EV charging hub at 29 Wildwood Avenue. The council also appointed Lisa Malek-Zadeh as Interim Finance Director (4-0) effective Jan 24, 2025, at $102.81/hr, and introduced a first reading of an ordinance to prohibit parking within 20 feet of crosswalk approaches (4-0). The MTC/ABAG Priority Sites Technical Assistance Grant was presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved consent calendar (minutes of 11/4/2024) (4-0)
• Appointed Lisa Malek-Zadeh as Interim Finance Director, effective Jan 24, 2025, at $102.81/hr (4-0)
• Authorized City Administrator to execute employment agreement with interim finance director (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit, Non-Residential Sign Design Review, Design Review, and Variance for EV charging hub at 29 Wildwood Ave (4-0)
• Adopted Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for EV charging hub project (4-0)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance 776 N.S. prohibiting parking within 20 feet of crosswalk approach side (4-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will consider a request to remove two Liquidambar street trees in front of 343 Magnolia Ave. They will also receive updates on playground equipment replacement at Linda Beach Tot Lot, an overview of the City's Sustainability Division, and progress on Arbor/Earth Day event planning, park signage, and reforestation in Dracena Park. The agenda includes a public forum and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Consideration of request to remove two Liquidambar trees at 343 Magnolia Ave
• Update on Linda Beach Tot Lot playground equipment replacement project
• Overview of City of Piedmont's Sustainability Division
• Update on Arbor/Earth Day event
• Reforestation update in Dracena Park

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hear an appeal of the Planning Commission's conditional approval of a design review permit to renovate and add a second story to a single-family residence at 21 Cambridge Way. The consent calendar includes reclassification of the Aquatics Coordinator to Recreation Program Coordinator with new terms, a side letter agreement revising the SEIU Local 1021 MOU, and purchase of a police vehicle. A closed session will discuss two potential cases of anticipated litigation.

• Appeal of Planning Commission decision (DRPC2023-016) for a second-story addition at 21 Cambridge Way
• Reclassification of Aquatics Coordinator to Recreation Program Coordinator and setting employment terms
• Side letter agreement revising Section 7.11 of the SEIU Local 1021 MOU and rescinding Resolution 02-2023
• Purchase and outfitting of one police vehicle to replace existing vehicle
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (two potential cases)

The City Council approved a consent calendar that included reclassifying the Aquatics Coordinator to Recreation Program Coordinator with certification pay differentials, a side letter agreement with SEIU Local 1021, and the purchase of a police vehicle. The main action was denying an appeal and upholding the Planning Commission's conditional approval of a second-story renovation at 21 Cambridge Way, finding the project complies with design guidelines.

• Approved consent calendar items: minutes, reclassification, SEIU side letter, police vehicle purchase (4-0, Cavenaugh abstaining on minutes)
• Approved reclassification of Aquatics Coordinator to Recreation Program Coordinator with certification pay differentials
• Approved side letter agreement revising MOU with SEIU Local 1021 (Public Works Unit)
• Approved purchase and outfitting of one police vehicle to replace existing
• Denied appeal of design review permit for 21 Cambridge Way; upheld Planning Commission's conditional approval of second-story addition (vote tally not recorded in minutes)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will begin with a closed session on labor negotiations for unrepresented recreation/childcare employees. The consent calendar includes approval of a ReddiNet MOU with Alameda County and amendments to the fee schedule for AB 1332 entitlements and jurisdiction determinations. The regular agenda features a $79,377 contract amendment with JZMK Partners for the Moraga Canyon Specific Plan, adding public meetings and supplemental environmental analysis, and a study session on proposed revisions to wireless communication facility regulations.

• Contract amendment with JZMK Partners for $79,377 for Moraga Canyon Specific Plan work
• Study session on City Code Chapter 17 and design standards for wireless communication facilities
• Memorandum of Understanding with Alameda County for ReddiNet utilization
• Amendments to 2024/2025 fee schedule for AB 1332 entitlement and jurisdiction applications
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Aquatics Program Coordinator and Recreation Program Coordinator groups

The City Council approved amendments to the 2024/2025 Schedule of Fees and Charges to include costs for AB 1332 entitlement applications and jurisdictional determinations. The Council also approved a contract amendment for the Moraga Canyon Specific Plan and held a study session on wireless communication facility guidelines.

• Approved MOU for ReddiNet Utilization with Alameda County (4-0)
• Approved $7,986 fee for AB 1332 Zoning/Design Standards amendments (4-0)
• Approved $2,000 fee for Jurisdictional Determination applications (4-0)
• Approved $79,377 contract amendment with JZMK Partners for Moraga Canyon Specific Plan (4-0)
• Held study session on City Code Chapter 17 wireless facility revisions; no action taken

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including playground equipment replacements at Piedmont Park and Linda Beach, signage, pedestrian bridge repair, and fountain restoration. No votes on new policies are scheduled; the meeting focuses on staff reports and future agenda planning.

• Update on Piedmont Park swing set replacement
• Update on Linda Beach Tot Lot equipment and replacement project
• Update on Piedmont Park pedestrian bridge repair
• Update on repair of City ornamental fountains at City Hall and Piedmont Park
• Monthly maintenance report for park, open space, and street trees for September

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 4, 2024 meeting. Members received updates on playground equipment, park signage, and the Piedmont Pedestrian Bridge. The Commission also agreed to combine Arbor Day and Earth Day celebrations into a single event moving forward.

• Approved September 4, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to combine Arbor Day and Earth Day as a single event going forward

City Council Meeting

The Council will vote on a resolution to apply for a $1 million Alameda County Transportation Commission grant for the Moraga Avenue Pedestrian Safety Project. They will also consider awarding an $89,000 contract for the annual sidewalk repair program and accepting the 2024/25 COPS grant. A study session on proposed sign code amendments and an appointment to the Pool Advisory Committee are also on the agenda. The meeting begins with a closed session on existing and anticipated litigation.

• Resolution to apply for $1,000,000 ACTC CIP grant for Moraga Avenue Pedestrian Safety Project
• Award of $89,000 contract to Precision Concrete Cutting for 2024-25 Annual Sidewalk Repair Program with $97,900 total budget
• Acceptance of 2024/25 COPS grant from State of California and approval of expenditure plan
• Appointment to the Pool Advisory Committee
• Study session on proposed amendments to the Sign Code

The City Council approved a $89,000 sidewalk repair contract and appointed Sara Ironside to the Pool Advisory Committee. Additionally, the council authorized an application for $1,000,000 in grant funds for the Moraga Avenue Pedestrian Safety Project.

• Approved 09/16/2024 meeting minutes
• Awarded $89,000 contract to Precision Concrete Cutting for sidewalk repairs
• Accepted 2024/25 State of California COPS Grant and expenditure plan
• Appointed Sara Ironside to the Pool Advisory Committee
• Authorized application for $1,000,000 in ACTC grant funds for Moraga Avenue safety project

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session to evaluate the City Attorney, followed by public forum and presentations. The consent calendar includes adoption of building code revisions, approval of park pathway improvements, and a sewer contract amendment. Regular agenda items feature an update on the Piedmont Community Pool project, review of unaudited financial results, consideration of year-end appropriations, and contracts for hazard mitigation and disaster preparedness consulting.

• Second reading of Ordinance 775 N.S. for building code revisions
• Approval of $140,343 increase for sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract (total $843,882)
• Update on Piedmont Community Pool project
• Review of FY 2023-24 unaudited financial results
• Consideration of $144,863 contract for Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City Council approved the Piedmont Community Pool project update, disaster preparedness consulting contracts, and the hiring of a retired police commander for a critical dispatch center role. They also accepted the completion of the Crocker Park Pathway Renovation Project.

• Accepted Crocker Park Pathway Renovation Project completion (5-0)
• Approved $843,882 contract for sewer rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $144,863 for Local Hazard Mitigation Plan consulting (5-0)
• Approved $79,900 for disaster preparedness consulting (5-0)
• Approved hiring retired Police Commander Lisa Douglas (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 year-end appropriations (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will hear updates on several park projects: the Linda Beach Tot Lot equipment replacement, a fall reforestation planting in Dracena Park, city park improvements including Crocker Park ADA upgrades and Piedmont Park irrigation and bridge work, and a collaboration with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for wildlife cameras. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a monthly maintenance report.

• Approval of Park Commission minutes from June 5 and August 7, 2024
• Update on Linda Beach Tot Lot Equipment and Replacement Project
• Update on Fall Volunteer Project: Reforestation Planting in Dracena Park
• Update on Crocker Park Pathway and ADA Improvements, Piedmont Park Irrigation Rehabilitation and Pedestrian Bridge
• Update on collaboration with California Department of Fish and Wildlife for wildlife cameras at four park locations

The Park Commission unanimously approved minutes from its June 5 and August 7, 2024 meetings. Staff gave updates on the Linda Beach tot lot replacement, Dracena Park reforestation, Crocker Park ADA improvements, and a pedestrian bridge project awarded under Prop 68. A wildlife camera partnership with California Department of Fish and Wildlife was also reported. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 5, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 (7-0) with a correction to note Vice-Chair Moses closed the meeting

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of an ordinance to remove all-electric construction requirements for single-family buildings, and will consider the second reading of an ordinance to add emergency shelters to the zoning code and implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The consent calendar includes acceptance of street improvements on Oakland Avenue, an exception to the CalPERS waiting period for a retired annuitant in the police department, and a policy for processing specific residential projects per HCD. A presentation from the Piedmont Unified School District on Measure P is also scheduled.

• First reading of Ordinance 775 to remove all-electric construction requirements for new or existing single-family buildings
• Second reading of Ordinance 774 to add emergency shelters to zoning code and implement 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Approval of acceptance of improvements for the Oakland Avenue Bulb-outs and Nova/Magnolia Island Project
• Authorization to employ retired annuitant Lisa Douglas for critical need in police department dispatch renovation project
• Establishment of a policy for processing specific residential projects as requested by California HCD

The City Council approved a policy to allow by-right development for specific residential projects, including those with at least 20% lower-income units and mixed-use projects requiring 50% residential square footage. The action clarifies compliance with state housing requirements.

• Accepted Oakland Avenue bulb-out and Nova/Magnolia Island project improvements
• Authorized release of performance bond for Oakland Avenue bulb-out project
• Approved exception to CalPERS waiting period for Police Department hire
• Authorized employment agreement for Lisa Douglas at $89.10/hour
• Approved First Amendment to agreement with Ava Community Energy for EV charging
• Established policy for processing specific residential projects per state law
• Directed staff to allow by-right development on lower-income housing sites
• Directed staff to require 50% residential square footage on mixed-use sites

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will consider awarding a $188,000 contract for the Linda-Beach Courts Renovation Project and approving a $250,000 consulting agreement with Good City Company to develop objective design standards for residential buildings. The council also holds a study session on proposed revisions to City Code Chapter 17 regarding permitted commercial uses and conditional use permits, and will appoint a member to the Planning Commission. Consent items include amendments for stormwater compliance and EV charging stations.

• Award of $188,000 contract to Vintage Contractors, Inc. for Linda-Beach Courts Renovation Project (total budget $206,800)
• Approval of $250,000 consulting agreement with Good City Company for objective design standards for residential buildings
• First amendment with Kimley-Horn for $53,200 (amended budget $596,725) for Clean Water Program and stormwater compliance
• First amendment with Ava Community Energy for installation of EV charging stations on Magnolia Avenue
• Study session on proposed revisions to City Code Chapter 17 concerning commercial uses and conditional use permits

The City Council approved a contract with Vintage Contractors Inc. for $188,000 to renovate the Linda-Beach Courts, including painting and improvements, with a total construction budget of $206,800, finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA. The Council also approved a $250,000 consulting agreement with Good City Company to develop Objective Design Standards for residential buildings, and appointed Raffi Zaroukian as Alternate Planning Commissioner. The Consent Calendar was approved unanimously, including contracts for stormwater compliance and EV charging stations, and acceptance of the 2023-24 Sidewalk Repair Project.

• Approved $188K contract for Linda-Beach Courts renovation with $206,800 overall budget (5-0)
• Approved $250K consulting agreement with Good City Company for residential Objective Design Standards (5-0)
• Appointed Raffi Zarucchi as Alternate Planning Commissioner (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including stormwater compliance amendment with Kimley-Horn ($53,200) (5-0)
• Authorized first amendment with Ava Community Energy for EV charging stations on Magnolia Ave (Consent)
• Accepted 2023-24 Annual Sidewalk Repair Project as complete (Consent)
• Voted to add proposed voter roll resolution to next agenda (Public Forum, no action taken)

Park Commission Meeting

The Piedmont Park Commission will consider requests from residents at 185 Wildwood Ave. to remove three eucalyptus street trees and at 224 Ricardo Ave. to remove a Chinese pistache street tree for a new garage and driveway. The commission will also receive updates on several park projects, including the Linda Beach Tot Lot equipment replacement, Shakespeare in the Park, and a fall reforestation volunteer project.

• Request to remove three eucalyptus street trees at 185 Wildwood Ave.
• Request to remove a Chinese pistache street tree at 224 Ricardo Ave. for a new garage and driveway
• Update on Linda Beach Tot Lot equipment and replacement project
• Update on Shakespeare in the Park event on August 11, 2024
• Update on fall volunteer reforestation planting project in Dracena Park

The Park Commission approved the removal of a Chinese Pistache tree at 224 Ricardo Ave. and directed staff to follow arborist recommendations for three Eucalyptus trees at 185 Wildwood Ave. The commission also discussed upcoming projects including the Linda Beach playground replacement and pedestrian bridge construction.

• Approved removal of Chinese Pistache tree at 224 Ricardo Ave. (5-0)
• Directed staff to follow arborist recommendations for Eucalyptus trees at 185 Wildwood Ave.
• Set agenda for September 4, 2024 meeting
• Approved funding for Linda Beach playground replacement in FY2024-25 budget

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider approving a fourth amendment to the agreement with Griffin Structures (up to $199,777) and a third amendment with ELS Architecture (up to $205,620) for the Piedmont Community Pool Project, totaling $405,397 in additional costs. They will also receive an informational overview from Matrix Consulting on staffing and fee studies for the Planning & Building Department. Consent items include renewal of Proposition 218 tax collection certification, election procedures, and a property tax levy for pool bonds. A closed session on two lawsuits is scheduled.

• Approval of $199,777 fourth amendment with Griffin Structures for Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Approval of $205,620 third amendment with ELS Architecture for Piedmont Community Pool Project
• Informational overview of Planning & Building Department staffing and fee studies by Matrix Consulting
• Resolution for general municipal election of November 5, 2024 procedural details
• Resolution for property tax levy for general obligation bonds from Proposition 218 for Community Pool

The City Council approved contract amendments for the Piedmont Community Pool project and set procedural details for the November 5, 2024, municipal election. The Council also authorized a tax levy for pool general obligation bonds and renewed a Proposition 218 certification.

• Approved Fourth Amendment to Griffin Structures agreement (max $199,777) and Third Amendment to ELS Architecture agreement (max $205,620) (5-0)
• Approved resolution for November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election procedural details (5-0)
• Authorized Alameda County to levy a tax for Piedmont Community Pool General Obligation Bonds at $21.00/$100,000 for secured property and $21.80/$100,000 for unsecured property for FY 2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved renewed Proposition 218 Certification with Alameda County for Collection of Taxes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of Ordinance No. 774 N.S. to add emergency shelter regulations and amend zoning divisions as part of the 2023-2031 Housing Element implementation. Consent items include approving election procedural details, a jurisdiction agreement with Oakland for 183 Somerset Road, a revised SB-1 road maintenance project budget, and a three-year auditing contract with Badawi & Associates for up to $169,940. Regular agenda also includes extending EMS agreements with Alameda County, receiving a greenhouse gas emissions report, making appointments to the Park Commission and Pool Bond Oversight Committee, and amending the Community Pool project contingency budget.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 774 N.S. adding Division 17.56 Emergency Shelters and amending seven zoning divisions to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Approve auditing services contract with Badawi & Associates for three years, not to exceed $169,940, with optional two-year extension up to $122,035
• Extend Emergency Medical Services agreements with Alameda County for First Responder Advanced Life Support and ambulance transport
• Amend authorized total project budget for the Piedmont Community Pool project to increase contingency funds
• Approve revised SB-1 road maintenance project designations for FY 2024-25 and authorize budget modification

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included procedural details for the November 5, 2024 municipal election and a two-year extension for Alameda County emergency medical services. The Council also introduced an ordinance to add emergency shelter provisions to the municipal code.

• Approved election resolution for November 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved EMS agreement extension with Alameda County (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 774 N.S. for emergency shelter zoning (5-0)
• Approved contract for auditing services with Badawi & Associates (5-0)
• Approved SB-1 road maintenance project list for FY 2024-25

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed 2024-25 operating and other funds budgets, the levy of the Municipal Services Special Tax and Special Municipal Sewer Tax, and the schedule of fees and charges. Additionally, the council will receive a report on a staffing study for the Police Department, consider a $1.9 million contract for pavement rehabilitation, and vote on IT support service extensions totaling over $679,000.

• Public hearing on 2024-25 budget and proposed special tax levies
• Award of $1,729,200 contract (total budget $1,902,120) to QA Constructors, Inc. for pavement rehabilitation on FY 23/24 projects
• Twelve-month extension of IT support services agreement with Computer Courage for $385,325 per year
• Amendment to consulting agreement with ClientFirst Technology Consulting for up to $294,160
• Informational report on Piedmont Police Department staffing study by Matrix, Inc.

The City Council unanimously approved the 2024-25 operating budget ($40,837,416) and other funds budget ($30,599,089), along with updates to the fee schedule, appropriations limit, and levies for the Municipal Services Special Tax ($2.69M) and Special Municipal Sewer Tax ($3.14M). The council also approved a 12-month IT support extension with Computer Courage ($385,325) and an amendment to the ClientFirst consulting agreement ($294,160). A contract for the FY 23/24 pavement rehabilitation project was tabled without action, and an informational report on a police staffing study was received.

• Approved $40,837,416 2024-25 operating budget (5-0)
• Approved $30,599,089 2024-25 other funds budget (5-0)
• Approved updates to Schedule of Fees and Charges (5-0)
• Set annual appropriations limit at $32,425,416 for 2024-25 (5-0)
• Levy of Municipal Services Special Tax estimated at $2,690,000 (5-0)
• Levy of Special Municipal Sewer Tax estimated at $3,140,000 (5-0)
• Approved 12-month IT support extension with Computer Courage at $385,325 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to ClientFirst Technology Consulting agreement not to exceed $294,160 (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Piedmont Park Commission will meet to approve minutes and receive updates on several park and tree-related items, including heritage tree signage, the 4th of July celebration, camphor street trees, and multiple park and open space projects. No votes on new initiatives or expenditures are scheduled.

• Update on Crocker Park Pathway and ADA Improvements
• Update on Piedmont Park Bridge
• Update on Dracena Park Reforestation Project
• Update on landscape upgrades for Piedmont Fire Department and Veteran’s Hall along Vista Ave.
• Monthly maintenance report for parks, open space, and street trees for May 2024

The Park Commission approved the May 1 meeting minutes. Staff reported on the status of the Piedmont Park Bridge replacement, Crocker Park ADA improvements, and the Dracena Park reforestation project. The meeting also included updates on the 4th of July Celebration and the Heritage Tree signage.

• Approved May 1 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Piedmont Park Bridge replacement awarded to GSW Construction
• Dracena Park reforestation project over 30 dead trees removed
• July 3 meeting cancelled

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024-25 budget, which includes the potential addition of full-time personnel and proposed levies for the Municipal Services Special Tax and the Special Municipal Sewer Tax. The council will also consider awarding a contract for the Piedmont Park Bridge Replacement Project to GSW Construction for $189,025, approve a second reading of an ordinance for a property lease amendment with Gulf South Towers at 898 Red Rock Road, and receive an update on the Piedmont Community Pool Project. Consent calendar items include approval of meeting minutes and a crossing guard services contract with All City Management Services totaling $372,377 over two years.

• Public hearing on 2024-25 budget with potential new full-time personnel and special tax levies
• Award of $189,025 contract to GSW Construction for Piedmont Park Bridge Replacement Project (total budget $207,928)
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 773 N.S. for first amendment to property lease with Gulf South Towers at 898 Red Rock Rd.
• Approval of two-year crossing guard contract with All City Management Services for $372,377 total
• Update on the Piedmont Community Pool Project

The City Council approved a $189,025 contract for the Piedmont Park Bridge Replacement Project and a lease amendment for Gulf South Towers. The 2024-25 budget was presented for public hearing with adoption scheduled for June 17.

• Approved $189,025 bridge contract (5-0)
• Approved lease amendment for Gulf South Towers (5-0)
• Received 2024-25 budget for public hearing
• Approved consent calendar items (5-0, 1 abstain)

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will meet to consider consent calendar items including approval of minutes, a road maintenance funding resolution, and acceptance of the Dracena Park ADA Pathway project. The regular agenda includes receiving the Park Commission's 2024 annual report and the 2023 annual Housing Element progress report. The council will then adjourn to closed session for anticipated litigation, a city administrator performance evaluation, and real property negotiations for 898 Redrock Road.

• Resolution designating projects for SB-1 road maintenance funding for FY 2024-25 and authorizing budget modification
• Resolution accepting improvements for the Dracena Park ADA Pathway project
• Receipt of the Park Commission's 2024 annual report
• Receipt of the 2023 annual Housing Element progress report to HCD
• Closed session: Conference with Real Property Negotiations for 898 Redrock Road (price and terms of payment)

The City Council voted 4-0 to approve the consent calendar, which included a resolution designating Senate Bill 1 road maintenance projects for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (estimated $288,144 in funding) and a resolution accepting the Dracena Park ADA Pathway Project improvements. The regular agenda consisted of receiving the Park Commission's 2024 Annual Report and the 2023 Annual Progress Report on the 6th Cycle Housing Element; no action was required on either.

• Approved minutes of April 29 and May 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Designated SB-1 road maintenance projects for FY2024-25 with $288,144 estimated revenue (Resolution 24a-2024, 4-0)
• Accepted Dracena Park ADA Pathway Project improvements and authorized release of bonds and filing of Notice of Completion (Resolution 24b-2024, 4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a first amendment to the agreement with Coastland Engineering LLP, increasing the contract not-to-exceed amount by $303,539 for the Piedmont Police Dispatch Center Modernization Project, bringing the total to $703,539. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes and adoption of resolutions for job classification and compensation changes. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss two existing litigation cases.

• First amendment to Coastland Engineering LLP contract for Police Dispatch Center Modernization: increase of $303,539 to new total $703,539
• Adoption of resolutions for new Public Dispatch Supervisor classification and revised Recreation Supervisor classification
• Revised job classification for Police Captain and Support Services Commander
• Proclamations recognizing Jewish American Heritage Month, Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Wildwood Elementary School's 100th Anniversary
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding two cases: Anant Ahuja, et al. v. City of Piedmont

The City Council unanimously approved a first amendment to the contract with Coastland Engineering LLP for the Piedmont Police Dispatch Center Modernization Project, increasing the not-to-exceed amount by $303,539 to a total of $703,539. The consent calendar was also approved unanimously, including approval of meeting minutes and job classification resolutions.

• Approved $303,539 increase for police dispatch center modernization contract (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Piedmont Park Commission agenda focuses on staff updates and reports rather than formal votes. Staff will present updates on Crocker Park ADA improvements, the Piedmont Park Bridge, Dracena Park reforestation, and Vista Ave landscape upgrades. The meeting also covers a draft annual report to the City Council, a report on Acacia tree removal in Piedmont Park, and April maintenance activities. These items track the maintenance and improvement of local parks and street trees that residents use.

• Update on Crocker Park ADA improvements and Piedmont Park Bridge
• Dracena Park reforestation project and Vista Ave landscape upgrades
• Draft annual report to the City Council
• Report on Acacia tree removal in Piedmont Park
• April monthly maintenance report for parks and street trees

The Piedmont Park Commission approved the amended April 3, 2024 minutes and authorized a subcommittee to finalize and submit the draft annual report to the City Council. Commissioners also received updates on Arbor Day, acacia removal, and several park projects, but took no votes on those items.

• Approved amended April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, Giuffre abstained)
• Approved delegation of subcommittee to move forward with draft annual report to City Council (7-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on consent items including certification of the March 5 special election results, renewal of the military equipment policy (Ordinance 764), and a $143,415 contract for Microsoft Office 365 licenses. On the regular agenda, they will consider a conditional use permit for Project Glow at 1235 Grand Avenue and introduce an ordinance to amend a property lease agreement for city-owned land at 898 Red Rock Road. They will also receive the Bond Oversight Committee's annual report and the Crime Response Plan and 2023 Annual Report.

• Conditional use permit for Project Glow at 1235 Grand Avenue
• Introduction of Ordinance 773 N.S. amending lease with Gulf South Towers for land at 898 Red Rock Road
• Renewal of Ordinance 764 N.S. adopting Military Use Equipment Policy
• Award of contract to CDW Government for Microsoft Office 365 licenses, $143,415
• Receipt of Crime Response Plan and 2023 Annual Report

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for Project Glow beauty salon at 1235 Grand Avenue. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a software contract and a street tree pruning project.

• Approved conditional use permit for Project Glow beauty salon at 1235 Grand Avenue
• Approved $143,415 contract to CDW Government, LLC for Microsoft Office 365 licenses (5-0)
• Approved Resolution accepting improvements for FY 2023-2024 Street Tree Pruning Project (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Ordinance 764 N.S. Military Use Equipment Policy (5-0)
• Certified election results for the March 5, 2024 Special Municipal Election (5-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes for 4/1/2024 (5-0)
• Approved receipt of the Crime Response Plan and 2023 Annual Report (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will elect a new chair and vice chair and vote on 2024 Heritage Tree nominations. Commissioners will also receive updates on the city's Arbor and Earth Day celebration, the draft annual report to City Council, and progress on park projects including the temporary opening of the Linda Off Leash Dog Park, ADA ramp construction at Dracena Park, ADA improvements at Crocker Park, and riparian planting at Bushy Dell Creek.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Consideration and vote on 2024 Heritage Tree nominations
• Update on Linda Off Leash Dog Park temporary opening
• Update on Dracena Park ADA ramp construction and tree replanting
• Update on Crocker Park ADA improvements (construction starting in April)

The Park Commission re-elected Tom Smegal as Chair and Kimberly Moses as Vice-Chair. The body approved the minutes from March 6, 2024, and designated four oak trees and six eucalyptus trees as 2024 Heritage Trees. Staff provided updates on ongoing park projects including Dracena Park and Crocker Park.

• Re-elected Tom Smegal as Chair (6-0)
• Re-elected Kimberly Moses as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Heritage Tree nominations (6-0)
• Approved Arbor and Earth Day Celebration on April 26, 2024
• Confirmed Dracena Park ADA pathway and ramp are complete
• Confirmed Crocker Park ADA improvements are in final contract stages
• Confirmed Linda Off Leash Dog Park reopened on March 8, 2024

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider two appeals of the Planning Commission's conditional approval of a design review permit for a new single-family residence at 139 Lexford Road. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes, a resolution for hazard mitigation plan grant funds, a deed restriction for a pedestrian bridge at Piedmont Park, a $149,665 consulting agreement for disaster preparedness, and a letter of support for Assembly Bill 2346. Ceremonial matters include presentation of the Betty C. Howard Award and swearing-in of a police sergeant and officer.

• Two appeals of Planning Commission's conditional approval for a design review permit at 139 Lexford Road
• Agreement with Tamarack Management for disaster preparedness consulting, total $149,665
• Resolution approving deed restriction on Piedmont Park for Proposition 68 grant for pedestrian bridge replacement
• Letter of support for Assembly Bill 2346 to the California Legislature
• Swearing in of Police Sergeant David Cutler and Police Officer Jehan Liles

The City Council denied two appeals challenging the Planning Commission's conditional approval of a design review permit for a new 4,573-square-foot single-family residence at 139 Lexford Road. The Council upheld the Planning Commission's findings, finding that the appellants did not meet the burden of proof that errors were made. The Council also approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions for a deed restriction on Piedmont Park, a disaster preparedness consulting contract, and a letter of support for Assembly Bill 2346.

• Denied two appeals of the Planning Commission's conditional approval for a new single-family residence at 139 Lexford Road (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including resolution designating City Administrator and Finance Director as agents for Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant Funds (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar resolution approving deed restriction on Piedmont Park to meet Proposition 68 grant requirement for pedestrian bridge replacement (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar agreement with Tamarack Management for disaster preparedness consulting services, total $149,665 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar submission of letter of support for Assembly Bill 2346 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider awarding a $1.8 million contract for the Piedmont Emergency Dispatch Center Modernization Project to Giant Construction LLC, with a total construction budget of $2,087,710. Other agenda items include a resolution to refine the draft Moraga Canyon Specific Plan, updates on the community pool project, and approval of several consent items such as audited financial statements, a consulting services agreement for a staffing study, and amendments to pool project agreements. The meeting begins with a closed session on anticipated litigation.

• Award of contract for Emergency Dispatch Center Modernization to Giant Construction LLC for $1,815,400, with $2,087,710 total construction budget
• Resolution directing staff to refine the approach to preparation of Draft Moraga Canyon Specific Plan
• Approval of consulting agreement with Matrix Consulting Group for $69,955 for staffing and fee study for Planning & Building Department
• Third amendment to agreement with Griffin Structures for pool project not to exceed $248,433, total budget $1,462,448
• Second amendment to agreement with ELS Architecture for pool project not to exceed $34,324.25, total budget $2,585,118.25

The City Council awarded a $1,815,400 contract to Giant Construction LLC for the Piedmont Emergency Dispatch Center Modernization, with an overall construction budget of $2,087,710. The Council also directed staff to refine the Moraga Canyon Specific Plan by including two site plan options (1 and 3), exploring an increase in market-rate units to up to 139, eliminating a skating facility, and adding community amenities like a soccer field and batting cages. The consent calendar was approved as a block, including audited financial statements, a consulting agreement for a staffing assessment, and amendments for the Community Pool Project.

• Awarded contract for Emergency Dispatch Center Modernization to Giant Construction LLC for $1,815,400 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to refine Moraga Canyon Specific Plan: include options 1 and 3, exclude 2 and 4, explore up to 139 market-rate units
• Eliminated skating facility from plan; seek dog park, playground, or pickleball court as community amenities
• Include community benefits: under-14 soccer field, youth baseball/softball field, batting cages, artificial turf, ballfield seating
• Approved consent calendar: minutes, audited financials, $69,955 Matrix Consulting agreement, pool project amendments totaling $282,757.25

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will consider appointing members to a subcommittee for drafting an annual report to City Council and discuss replacing a tree at the Mountain and Bellevue traffic island. They will also receive updates on park projects including ADA improvements, tree removals, and a donation from Piedmont Garden Clubs for native plantings.

• Piedmont Garden Clubs Civic Projects Donation for native plantings at Fire Department and Veteran’s Hall
• Consideration of replacement tree for traffic island at Mountain and Bellevue Avenues
• Appointment of members to subcommittee for drafting annual report to City Council
• Dracena Park ADA Ramp Construction Project and drought-related tree removals and replanting
• Crocker Park ADA Improvements and Pine Removal

The Commission approved the planting of an island oak tree at the intersection of Mountain and Bellevue Avenues. It also established a subcommittee to draft an annual report for the City Council and approved the February 7, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Approved island oak tree for traffic island at Mountain and Bellevue Avenues (7-0)
• Approved subcommittee for drafting annual report to City Council consisting of Commissioners Hall, Giuffre, and Smegal (7-0)
• Approved February 7, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate lease terms with wireless companies for property at 120 Vista Avenue. During the open meeting, they will consider second reading of an ordinance adding density bonus and urban lot split provisions (SB 9) to the municipal code, and approve a fire department ambulance purchase for $379,335.19.

• Closed session: negotiate lease terms with Cingular Wireless and DISH Wireless for portion of 120 Vista Avenue
• Second reading of Ordinance 772 N.S. adding Density Bonus and Urban Lot Splits (SB 9) to the Piedmont Municipal Code
• Resolution to set salary and employment compensation for the Aquatics Supervisor classification
• Renewal of amended support and maintenance agreement with New World Public Safety/Tyler Technologies for three years through March 2027
• Purchase of one Fire Department Leader Ambulance and associated outfitting for $379,335.19

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the second reading of Ordinance 772 N.S. implementing state housing laws (density bonus and SB 9 urban lot splits). The Council also approved the purchase of a new ambulance for $379,335.19 and renewed a three-year support maintenance agreement with Tyler Technologies for public safety software.

• Approved consent calendar (5-0), including second reading of Ordinance 772 N.S. for housing element implementation and salary resolution for aquatics supervisor
• Approved purchase of one Fire Department Leader ambulance and outfitting at $379,335.19 (5-0)
• Approved three-year renewal of support and maintenance agreement with New World Public Safety/Tyler Technologies, effective April 1, 2024 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on certifying the 2023-2031 Housing Element Implementation EIR and adopting related General Plan amendments and an ordinance adding density bonus and urban lot split (SB 9) provisions. It will also consider mid-year FY 2023-24 budget appropriations and a fiscal report. Consent items include a $128,370 contract for the Crocker Park Pathway Renovation and a $14,800 contract amendment for the Moraga Canyon Specific Plan. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations and potential litigation initiation.

• Public hearing on Housing Element EIR certification and ordinance adding Density Bonus (Div. 17.52) and Urban Lot Splits/Two-Unit Housing (Div. 17.54) per SB 9
• Award of contract for Crocker Park Pathway Renovation to South Bay Grading for $128,370 (total budget $141,207)
• Amendment of contract with JZMK Partners for Moraga Canyon Specific Plan, adding $14,800 and two public meetings
• Mid-year FY 2023-24 General Fund appropriations and fiscal report
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators (Aquatics Supervisor) and initiation of litigation (1 potential case)

The City Council certified the 2023-2031 Housing Element EIR and adopted General Plan amendments to implement the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The Council also introduced Ordinance No. 772 N.S. to add density bonus and SB 9 provisions to the zoning code.

• Certified 2023-2031 Housing Element Implementation EIR (5-0)
• Adopted General Plan amendments to implement Housing Element (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 772 N.S. for density bonus and SB 9 provisions (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items including Crocker Park and Moraga Canyon contracts (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The Park Commission will receive an informational update on the Urban Forestry Inventory and Analysis, the first comprehensive count of public trees in over 30 years, covering 8,839 trees. The agenda also includes updates on the annual report to city council, Heritage Tree nominations for 2024, and several park projects including the Selborne Dr. Liquidambar street tree removal, Linda Off Leash Dog Park temporary closure, and ADA accessibility improvements at Dracena and Crocker parks.

• Urban Forestry Inventory and Analysis: 8,839 public trees inventoried and data entered into TreeKeeper software
• Selborne Dr. phased Liquidambar street tree removal update
• Linda Off Leash Dog Park temporary closure due to erosion damage to hay bale waddles
• Dracena Park ADA ramp construction project and drought-related tree removals and replanting
• Crocker Park ADA improvements and removal of a pine tree reviewed by consulting arborist

The Park Commission approved the amended January 3, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1, Johnson abstained). All other agenda items were informational updates: the city's urban forestry inventory was completed (8,839 trees), plans for Arbor/Earth Day and heritage tree nominations were discussed, and status reports were given on park projects including the Linda Off Leash Dog Park closure extension and ADA improvements. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended January 3, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1, Johnson abstained)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to eliminate the planning permit application fee for ADU permit applications using pre-approved plans under Piedmont City Code section 17.38.075. Other notable items include approving the temporary closure of the Linda Beach off-leash area and purchasing two police patrol vehicles to replace end-of-life units. The meeting also features proclamations for Black History Month and Lunar New Year, as well as an update on greenhouse gas reduction programs.

• Resolution to remove ADU planning permit fee for pre-approved plans (item 7)
• Temporary closure of Linda Beach off-leash area until safe conditions determined (item 2)
• Purchase of two police patrol vehicles with outfitting, $ amount not specified (item 3)
• New job classification for Community Service Officer and reclassification of Animal Control Officer (item 4)
• Proclamations for Black History Month and Lunar New Year (Ceremonial Matters)

The City Council approved a fee waiver for planning permit applications for rent-restricted accessory dwelling units using pre-approved plans. The council also authorized the purchase of three police patrol vehicles and approved a new job classification for Community Service Officers.

• Waived planning permit application fees for rent-restricted ADUs under PCC Section 17.38.075 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of three police patrol vehicles and associated outfitting (4-0)
• Approved new job classification for Community Service Officer (4-0)
• Approved temporary closure of Linda Beach Off-Leash Area (4-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes for 1/16/2024 (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The Piedmont City Council will vote on consent items including rejecting all bids for the Linda-Beach Courts renovation and the Piedmont Park Bridge replacement, authorizing re-bidding. The council will also consider a resolution supporting Measure F and discuss the special meeting calendar for fiscal year 2024-2025 budget preparation.

• Rejection of all bids for Linda-Beach Courts Renovation Project and authorization to re-bid
• Rejection of all bids for Piedmont Park Bridge Replacement and authorization to re-bid
• Acceptance of City Council liaison assignments for January 2024 through December 2024
• Consideration of a resolution supporting the City of Piedmont's Measure F
• Consideration of special meeting calendar for FY 2024-2025 budget preparation

The City Council endorsed Measure F, a proposed 20 percent increase and 12-year renewal of the Municipal Services Parcel Tax. The council also authorized the re-bidding of two infrastructure projects after rejecting previous bids. Additionally, the council accepted liaison assignments for 2024.

• Endorsed Measure F to renew Municipal Services Parcel Tax (5-0)
• Authorized re-bidding of Piedmont Park Bridge replacement project (5-0)
• Authorized re-bidding of Linda Beach Courts Renovation Project (5-0)
• Approved City Council Liaison Assignments for Jan 16, 2024, through Dec 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved City Council Minutes for 12/18/2023 (5-0)

Park Commission Meeting

The commission is reviewing several city park projects, including tree removal and replanting efforts at Dracena Park and Crocker Park. Discussions also cover the temporary closure of the Linda Off Leash Dog Park and upcoming Arbor and Earth Day celebrations.

• Dracena Park drought-related tree removals and replanting
• Crocker Park ADA improvements and pine removal
• Removal of Sequoia at Bellevue and Mountain Avenues traffic circle
• Heritage Tree nominations for 2024
• Temporary closure of Linda Off Leash Dog Park