Moraga public meetings in 2021

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for December 22, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for December 22, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for January 12, 2022

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission has cancelled its special meeting scheduled for December 16, 2021, and its regular meeting scheduled for December 21, 2021. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 4, 2022.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission has cancelled its special meeting on December 16, 2021, and its regular meeting on December 21, 2021. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. This agenda contains only procedural cancellation notices and no substantive items.

• Special meeting cancelled: Thursday, December 16, 2021
• Regular meeting cancelled: Tuesday, December 21, 2021
• Next regular meeting: Tuesday, January 4, 2022

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting virtually to elect officers, discuss holiday events including Breakfast with Santa, and receive subcommittee reports. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and public comment, with no new business listed.

• Election of officers for the 2021-22 session
• Breakfast with Santa on December 19, 7:00 am – 1:00 pm at Hacienda de las Flores
• Subcommittee reports on Cultural Fair, Ongoing MYIC Events, Teen Events, and 'Forget Me Not' Teen to Senior Connection
• Welcome to Councilmember Makker

1 - Town Council

The Town Council elected Renata Sos as Mayor for 2022 by a 3-2 vote, breaking with the traditional rotation that would have elevated Vice Mayor Steve Woehleke. Sona Makker was unanimously elected Vice Mayor. The Council also approved several consent items, including a $470,736 state tobacco grant for a new juvenile officer position and an amendment to the Canyon Road Bridge design contract.

• Elected Renata Sos as Mayor for 2022 (3-2)
• Elected Sona Makker as Vice Mayor for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $470,736 DOJ Tobacco Grant for juvenile officer (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 6 to Canyon Road Bridge design contract, increasing compensation by $332,556 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1-6.4, 6.6, 6.8, 6.9 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 69-2021 opting into National Opioid Litigation settlement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 63-2021 establishing minimum wage and amending salary schedule (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 297 amending small cell wireless facilities regulations (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold a teleconferenced meeting to consider a consent item for modifications to an existing wireless communication facility at 262 Rheem Boulevard, including installing five new antennas on a PG&E tower. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a design review permit for a new 551-square-foot pergola at Canyon Club Brewery at 1558 Canyon Road. Public comments can be submitted via email or during the Zoom webinar.

• Conditional Use Permit (UP-05-21) for wireless facility modifications at 262 Rheem Boulevard, including five new antennas
• Design Review Permit (DRB-05-21) for a 551 sq ft, 11 ft 3 in tall pergola at 1558 Canyon Road
• Meeting held via teleconference only due to COVID-19 state of emergency
• Public comment via Zoom webinar or email to [email protected]

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for modifications to the existing Verizon wireless communications facility at 262 Rheem Boulevard, including installation of five new antennas on a PG&E tower, under Section 6409(a) of the Spectrum Act. The commission also approved a design review permit for a new 551-square-foot pergola at Canyon Club Brewery at 1558 Canyon Road, despite public comments about noise concerns. Both approvals were subject to findings and conditions of approval.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit UP-05-21 for wireless facility modifications at 262 Rheem Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved Design Review Permit DRB-05-21 for new pergola at Canyon Club Brewery, 1558 Canyon Road (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda includes public comments, a closed session to discuss existing litigation (PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC), and a report on that closed session. No other substantive business is listed.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation, PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC, Case No. CIVMSC C19-02531
• Public comments accepted via Zoom webinar or email before 4:30 p.m.

The Moraga Town Council held a special teleconferenced meeting on December 1, 2021, primarily to recess into a closed session for existing litigation. No reportable action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned the special meeting at 7:27 p.m. (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 24, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint teleconferenced meeting to receive and discuss a report on potential tools for creating affordable housing as part of the town's Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative. The agenda includes presentations on an affordable housing primer and by Eden Housing. No formal decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of potential tools for creating affordable housing
• PowerPoint presentation on Affordable Housing Primer
• PowerPoint presentation by Eden Housing

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to receive and discuss a report on potential tools for creating affordable housing as part of Moraga's Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative. No formal action was taken. The discussion covered zoning tools, density bonuses, inclusionary housing, ADUs, and financial resources, with the goal of informing the upcoming Housing Element update.

• Received and discussed a report on potential tools for creating affordable housing.
• No formal action was taken on any item.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 8:43 p.m. by consensus.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 16, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for December 7, 2021.

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee will review a draft of 'Moraga Presents: The Arts Video #2' and receive updates on ongoing installations. The meeting also includes reports on partnerships with Saint Mary’s College and Campolindo High School.

• Review of 'Moraga Presents: The Arts Video #2' draft
• Update on 'Wings' installation at Rancho Laguna Park
• Status update on 'The Fisherman' by Tony Zorich at West Commons Park
• Progress report on Pear Sculpture by Buddy Brodwin and utility box art
• Liaison updates from Lamorinda Arts Council, Saint Mary’s College, and Campolindo High School

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss new business, including a proposed pear sculpture for Moraga Commons Park and signage for Rancho Laguna Park. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment accepted by email. December and January meetings are canceled.

• Review of Commissioner Park Maintenance Tour in October 2021
• Consider recommendation of a pear sculpture 'Moraga Bartlett Pear' by artist Buddy Brodwin for Moraga Commons Park
• Review proposed signage for Rancho Laguna Park and provide direction to staff

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to conduct a closed-session performance evaluation of the Town Attorney, as permitted under state law. The only substantive action is this evaluation; the rest of the agenda is procedural, including public comment and a report on the closed session.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation of the Town Attorney
• Teleconference-only meeting due to COVID-19 state of emergency
• Public comment via Zoom or email before 4:30 p.m.

The Town Council met in special teleconferenced session and immediately recessed to closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the Town Attorney, as permitted under Government Code Section 54957. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made in open session. The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:25 p.m. (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to the small cell wireless facilities ordinance, and consider appointing an interim police chief. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable, minutes, and a construction contract for the Hacienda ADA Pathway Expansion project.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending small cell wireless facilities standards (Chapter 8.144)
• Resolution authorizing interim police chief employment agreement with Jon King
• Award $97,400 contract to Top Line Engineers for Hacienda ADA Pathway Expansion (CIP 19-104), total not to exceed $107,140
• Approve accounts payable claims totaling $308,536.55
• Re-appoint County Connection Citizens Advisory Committee representative

The Town Council introduced an ordinance updating small cell wireless facility standards, including radio frequency (RF) emissions testing at construction and permit renewal, and voted 5-0 to waive the first reading. The Council also approved consent items, reappointed Jim Yu to the County Connection CAC, appointed James Frankenfield to the Mosquito & Vector Control District, and authorized a retired annuitant agreement for Interim Police Chief Jon King.

• Introduced small cell wireless facilities ordinance with RF testing at construction and renewal (5-0)
• Approved consent items including accounts payable, teleconferencing resolution, COVID-19 emergency renewal, and Hacienda ADA pathway contract (5-0)
• Reappointed Jim Yu to County Connection CAC for two-year term (5-0)
• Approved minutes for September 8 and 22, 2021 meetings (4-0-1, Makker abstained)
• Appointed James Frankenfield to Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District Board (5-0)
• Authorized retired annuitant agreement with Jon King as Interim Police Chief (5-0)
• Requested staff to explore Town-run RF emissions testing program (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting in honor of Norm Veloso (5-0)

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit and Finance Committee will review and consider accepting the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date. Public comments are invited.

• Review and accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for year ending June 30, 2021
• Approval of action minutes from June 2, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

The Audit and Finance Committee reviewed the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the year ending June 30, 2021, and voted unanimously to accept it and forward it to the Town Council for the December 8, 2021 meeting. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes of February 2, 2021 AFC meeting (3-0-1, Huxley absent)
• Accepted CAFR for year ending June 30, 2021 and recommended forwarding to Town Council (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a residential addition at 21 Hammond Place and modifications to an existing wireless communication facility at 1199 Alta Mesa Drive. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Design Review Board Application DRB-04-21 for a 169 sq ft residential addition at 21 Hammond Place (APN 258-210-056)
• Conditional Use Permit UP-02-2021 for wireless facility modifications at 1199 Alta Mesa Drive (APN 258-160-062), including replacing six antennas and adding three new antennas
• Consent agenda includes approval of August 17 and September 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The Moraga Planning Commission approved a 169-square-foot residential addition at 21 Hammond Place and a conditional use permit for T-Mobile to modify its wireless facility at 1199 Alta Mesa Drive, adding three antennas. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0) with two commissioners absent. The wireless permit included an added condition requiring the applicant to assess existing landscaping against the 2001 plan.

• Approved Design Review Board Application DRB-04-21 for a 169 sq ft addition at 21 Hammond Place (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit UP-02-2021 for T-Mobile wireless facility modifications at 1199 Alta Mesa Drive (5-0)
• Added condition to UP-02-2021 requiring landscape assessment against 2001 plan before building permit
• Adopted consent agenda including August 17 and September 7, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider appointing a new council member until the November 2022 election, receive a report on California housing legislation and its impact on the 2023-2031 Housing Element, and vote on awarding a $924,048 design contract for the 2022-23 pavement reconstruction project. They will also discuss future use of Measure K funds and streamlining commission appointments. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19.

• Resolution to appoint a council member until November 2022 election
• Housing legislative update report and impacts to 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Award design contract to Harris and Associates, Inc. for $924,048 (Phase 1 $602,014, Phase 2 $201,506, 15% contingency $120,528) for 2022-23 Pavement Reconstruction Project (CIP 22-401)
• Appropriate $538,000 from Fund 213 – Measure K for pavement project
• Discuss future use of Measure K funds

The Town Council voted 4-0 to appoint Sona Makker to fill the Town Council vacancy until the November 2022 General Municipal Election. The decision followed a substitute motion by Councilmember Sos, which prevailed over a motion to interview a third candidate, Fred Weil. The Council also approved a $924,048 design contract for the 2022-23 Pavement Reconstruction Project and adopted the consent agenda.

• Appointed Sona Makker to Town Council until Nov. 2022 election (4-0)
• Approved $924,048 design contract with Harris and Associates for 2022-23 Pavement Reconstruction Project (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $253,779.96 in accounts payable (4-0)
• Continued discussion of Measure K funds to future meeting
• Directed staff to streamline commission/committee appointment process

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 19, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 2, 2021. No agenda items are discussed in this notice.

• Meeting cancelled for October 19, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for November 2, 2021

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 18, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting that is informational only, featuring a maintenance tour of Rancho Laguna Park and Moraga Commons Park. No action will be taken. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comments, consent agenda adoption, and reports.

• Park maintenance tour of Rancho Laguna Park and Moraga Commons Park
• Public comments and suggestions
• Adoption of meeting agenda and consent agenda
• Liaison/committee reports (Schools, Art in Public Spaces, Trails, Volunteers)

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission conducted a maintenance tour of Moraga Commons Park, Rancho Laguna Park, and Hacienda de las Flores. They identified needed repairs and improvements, including pathway paving, poison oak removal, bench plan updates, bocce court additions, stage repair, turf work, redwood tree topping, and signage updates. No formal decisions were made; the tour was informational.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting by teleconference to handle routine organizational matters. They will review the Brown Act and parliamentary procedure, adopt bylaws and elect officers, set committee objectives and goals, and discuss upcoming holiday events including the Tree Lighting and Breakfast with Santa. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Review of Brown Act and Parliamentary Procedure
• Review of Bylaws and Election of Officers
• Committee Objectives and Goals
• Holiday Events – Tree Lighting and Breakfast with Santa

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will vote to appoint a new councilmember to fill a vacancy until the November 2022 election. The body will also approve a fifth amendment to the ground lease with Mulberry Tree Preschool, LLC, assigning it to Growing Light Montessori School. Additionally, the Council will continue using teleconferencing for meetings under Assembly Bill 361.

• Resolution to appoint one applicant to the Moraga Town Council until the November 2022 General Municipal Election
• Resolution approving assignment and fifth amendment to ground lease with Mulberry Tree Preschool, LLC and Susan E. Allison to Growing Light Montessori School
• Resolution approving continued use of teleconferencing for Town Council and committee meetings pursuant to Assembly Bill 361
• Acceptance of Accounts Payable Claims for 09/24/2021 totaling $100,027.26
• Letter of Protest to Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) regarding Moraga’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA)

The Town Council failed to appoint a new member to fill a vacancy, with two motions (for Kerry Hillis and Sona Makker) each failing on 2-2 votes. A motion to continue the process to the next meeting also failed, as did a motion to conduct a second round of applications. The item will be placed on the October 27, 2021 agenda for further discussion.

• Appointment of Kerry Hillis to Town Council failed (2-2)
• Appointment of Sona Makker to Town Council failed (2-2)
• Motion to continue vacancy process to Oct 27 failed (2-2)
• Motion to conduct second round of applications failed (2-2)
• Adopted Resolution 54-2021 approving Mulberry Tree Preschool ground lease assignment to Growing Light Montessori School (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 55-2021 approving continued teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1, 6.3, 6.4 (4-0)
• Approved Aug 25, 2021 meeting minutes with revisions (4-0)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council interviewed three applicants for the vacant Council seat left by Councilmember Stromberg's resignation. Two motions to appoint candidates (Kerry Hillis and Sona Makker) both failed on 2-2 votes, and a motion to reopen the application period also failed. The Council decided to continue the discussion to the regular meeting on October 13, 2021, with no appointment made.

• Motion to appoint Kerry Hillis to Council vacancy failed (2-2)
• Motion to appoint Sona Makker to Council vacancy failed (2-2)
• Motion to reopen application period failed (no second)
• Council agreed to continue vacancy discussion to Oct. 13 regular meeting
• Meeting adjourned (4-0)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a joint kick-off meeting for Moraga's Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative, which includes the 2023-2031 Housing Element update, rezoning of the Bollinger Canyon Special Study Area, and a General Plan update. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for receiving information and providing feedback. The Town must plan for 1,118 new housing units (a 388% increase from the previous cycle), including 501 units for Low and Very Low Income households, to meet its state-mandated Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA).

• Received presentation on Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative (no vote)
• Adjourned joint special meeting (11-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 5, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for October 19, 2021

1 - Town Council

The Town Council approved the environmental review and 65% design plans for the Laguna Creek Restoration Project, directing staff to submit the package to Cal OES and seek additional funding. The council also adopted the consent agenda, approved a proclamation honoring Kenneth Murakami, and directed the voting delegate on League of California Cities resolutions. All votes were 3-0-1 with Councilmember Onoda absent.

• Adopted Resolution 52-2021 approving Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for Laguna Creek Restoration Project (3-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 53-2021 approving 65% design plans for Laguna Creek Restoration Project and directing staff to submit to Cal OES (3-0-1)
• Adopted consent agenda items including accounts payable ($924,206.39) and Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program extension (3-0-1)
• Approved proclamation honoring Kenneth Murakami for 50 years of contributions (3-0-1)
• Directed voting delegate to vote in favor of both League of California Cities resolutions (3-0-1)
• Modified meeting agenda to combine items 10.B and 10.C (3-0-1)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 21, 2021, has been cancelled. The next scheduled Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for October 5, 2021

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021, has been cancelled because not enough members were present to form a quorum. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

1 - Town Council

The Town Council held a special meeting via teleconference and interviewed two applicants for a Park and Recreation Commission vacancy. The Council appointed Ashley Hemkin to the commission for a term ending in March 2022. No other substantive decisions were made, and there was no reportable action from the closed session.

• Appointed Ashley Hemkin to the Park and Recreation Commission (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:16 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission is holding a study session on a proposed residential second-story addition and first-floor expansion at 1913 Saint Andrews Drive. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19 orders, with public comment available by Zoom or email. No final decisions are expected; the item is for discussion only.

• Study session for residential addition at 1913 Saint Andrews Drive (APN: 257-512-012)
• Proposed second-story addition with balcony and first-floor expansion
• Public comment via Zoom webinar or email before 4:30 p.m. on meeting day

The Planning Commission held a study session for a proposed second-story addition at a Moraga Country Club home, with no formal decision made. Commissioners expressed concerns about the design, variance requirements, and consistency with town guidelines, and provided feedback for the applicant to revise the proposal. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned without any votes on the project.

• Held study session for second-story addition at MCC home; no action taken
• Commissioner Davis recused himself from study session discussion
• Adjourned meeting at 8:03 p.m. unanimously

1 - Town Council

The Town Council denied the appeal of Dobbins Properties, LLC and rejected the proposed General Plan Amendment, pre-zoning, and related entitlements for the South Camino Pablo annexation and residential subdivision, which would have allowed 13 homes on an 8.5-acre site. The vote was 4-1, with Vice Mayor Woehleke dissenting. The Council also approved a hauling permit for the Moraga Country Club with modified hours, adopted a proclamation honoring Al Dessayer, and approved a ground lease assignment to Growing Light Montessori with a clarifying amendment.

• Denied South Camino Pablo subdivision appeal and all project entitlements (4-1)
• Approved Moraga Country Club hauling permit with modified hours (5-0)
• Approved proclamation honoring Al Dessayer for 47 years of service (5-0)
• Approved ground lease assignment to Growing Light Montessori with amendment (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.6, 6.8 (5-0)
• Continued County Connection board vacancy discussion to next meeting

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission approved a grading permit for the Moraga Country Club to expand the outer parking lot and build a new putting green at 1600 St. Andrews Drive, including temporary stockpiling of excess dirt. The approval was unanimous (5-0) with two commissioners absent. The project involves 2,450 cubic yards of earthwork and 1,750 cubic yards of temporary dirt stockpiling, subject to conditions in the resolution.

• Approved Grading Permit GR-01-21 for Moraga Country Club parking lot expansion and new putting green (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 7:04 p.m. (unanimous)

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The commission will review a summary of summer recreation programs and community events. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Wedgewood Weddings lease agreement transition and potential reductions to splash feature hours at Moraga Commons Park due to drought.

• Discussion of potential splash feature hour reductions at Moraga Commons Park due to drought
• Update on approved Wedgewood Weddings lease agreement and transition details
• Review of 2021 Fall Activity Guide
• Invitation for the 2021 Pear and Wine Festival Tree Planting Ceremony

The Art in Public Spaces Committee approved proposed artwork designs for a utility box at the Triangle and a pear sculpture by artist Buddy Brodwin, recommending both for Town Council approval. The utility box design is a collaboration between two students, Justine Ellery and Ashley Xu. The pear sculpture's location is to be finalized. Other items, including a video review and fundraising efforts, were postponed.

• Approved utility box artwork designs at the Triangle, recommending Town Council approval (unanimous)
• Approved pear sculpture design by Buddy Brodwin, location to be finalized, recommending Town Council approval (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted May 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The meeting includes discussions regarding summer recreation program summaries and updates on the Wedgewood Weddings lease agreement. The commission will also address potential reductions to splash feature hours at Moraga Commons Park caused by drought conditions.

• Discussion of potential Splash Feature hour reductions at Moraga Commons Park due to drought
• Update on approved Wedgewood Weddings Lease Agreement and transition details
• Summary of Summer Recreation Programs and Community Events
• Review of 2021 Fall Activity Guide
• Invitation to the 2021 Pear and Wine Festival Tree Planting Ceremony

The Commission discussed potential reductions to the splash feature at Moraga Commons Park due to drought conditions but took no action, deciding to continue operating it with a 10% water reduction and reconsider after Labor Day. The Town Council approved a lease agreement with Wedgewood Weddings for the Hacienda de las Flores, starting November 1, 2021. The Commission also adopted the agenda and minutes from May 17, 2021, and received updates on the Fall Activity Guide, COVID testing, and school district news.

• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted May 17, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Discussed splash pad drought reduction, no action taken
• Noted Town Council approved Wedgewood Weddings lease for Hacienda (June 23, 2021)

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 11, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for August 3, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2021.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting set for August 17, 2021

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for July 28, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on August 25, 2021. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 25, 2021

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2021. No agenda items were discussed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting August 3, 2021

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga's regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 19, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items or business items are listed for this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider a professional services agreement for a comprehensive planning initiative covering housing, environmental reports, and general plan updates. The meeting also includes discussions regarding fire tax rates and council procedural amendments.

• Professional services contract for Advanced Planning Initiative not to exceed $939,283
• Discussion of a letter opposing an increase in the Moraga-Orinda Fire Flow Tax Rate
• Resolution to purchase a police vehicle for $39,801
• Acceptance of minor subdivision improvements at 1049 Camino Pablo
• Acceptance of artwork donation from Moraga Garden Club and artist Patrick E.

The Town Council approved a $939,283 professional services agreement with Barry Miller Consulting for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative, covering the Housing Element, EIR, rezoning, and General Plan update. The approval included a caveat to eliminate the proposed Working Group and reallocate those funds to additional community outreach and more touch points with the Planning Commission and Town Council. The council also directed staff to send a letter to the Moraga-Orinda Fire District opposing an increase in Moraga's Fire Flow Tax Rate, with specific language revisions.

• Approved $939,283 contract with Barry Miller Consulting for Advanced Planning Initiative (5-0)
• Directed staff to eliminate Working Group from planning initiative, reallocate funds to outreach (5-0)
• Directed staff to send letter to MOFD opposing Fire Flow Tax Rate increase
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1-6.7 including $286,183.56 and $573,098.24 in accounts payable (5-0)
• Approved $39,801 police vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Accepted Moraga Garden Club's Monarch Butterfly Wings artwork donation (5-0)
• Motion to appoint Renata Sos to County Connection Board failed (no second)
• Received Community Engagement Report, to be considered in next year's goal setting (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council convened a special teleconferenced meeting on July 14, 2021. The agenda focused on a closed session conference with legal counsel regarding the case Farmer v. Town of Moraga et al.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Farmer v. Town of Moraga et al., Case No. C-20-02566

The Town Council met in special session and immediately recessed to closed session to discuss existing litigation in the case Farmer v. Town of Moraga. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made in open session. The meeting adjourned at 6:23 p.m. with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned special meeting at 6:23 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending a town-wide ordinance regulating small cell wireless facilities, which would amend the municipal code's definitions, standards, and procedures. The commission will also adopt the June 15 meeting minutes and review a design review application for a pergola at the Council Chamber. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19 orders.

• Public hearing on ordinance to regulate small cell wireless facilities, amending Sections 8.144.010, 8.144.020, and 8.144.035 of the Moraga Municipal Code
• Design Review Board Application No. DRB-03-21 for a 655 square foot pergola at 335 Rheem Boulevard, partially within the right-of-way
• Adoption of June 15, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the Town Council adopt an ordinance amending the Moraga Municipal Code to regulate small cell wireless facilities. The recommendation includes a provision for radio frequency (RF) emissions testing at the time of a 10-year permit renewal. The Commission also approved the June 15, 2021 meeting minutes and a design review permit for a 655-square-foot pergola at 335 Rheem Boulevard.

• Approved a motion recommending the Town Council adopt an ordinance amending sections of the Moraga Municipal Code to regulate small cell wireless facilities, with an added recommendation for RF emissions testing at 10-year renewal.
• Approved the June 15, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes as submitted.
• Approved Design Review Board Application No. DRB-03-21 for a 655-square-foot pergola at 335 Rheem Boulevard, subject to conditions of approval.
• Adopted the meeting agenda as shown.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a public hearing on the Street Lighting Assessment District and consider several action items, including the FY 2021/22 operating and capital budgets, a street repair contract, and lease agreements for Wedgewood Weddings and Mulberry Tree Preschool. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom or email.

• Street Lighting Assessment District 1979-1: public hearing to confirm engineer's report and levy assessments for FY 2021/22
• Wedgewood Weddings lease: 10-year term at $20,000/month for Hacienda de las Flores, 2100 Donald Drive, with two 5-year options
• Mulberry Tree Preschool: fourth amendment to ground lease for 3-year term
• FY 2021/22 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets, including acceptance of federal coronavirus recovery funds
• 2021 Street Repair Project (Phase I): construction contract to Bear Construction, Inc. for $299,669 (total not to exceed $329,636)

The Town Council approved a 10-year lease with Wedgewood Weddings to operate exclusive events and weddings at the Hacienda de las Flores, with two five-year extension options and a $20,000 monthly rent. The lease includes revised noise restrictions, a $253,000 initial capital investment by the tenant, and a revised assignment provision. The council also approved a modified lease for Mulberry Tree Preschool, extending its term to five years with a five-year renewal option, and adopted the FY 2021/22 operating and capital improvement budgets.

• Approved Resolution 34-2021, authorizing a 10-year lease with Wedgewood Weddings for events at the Hacienda de las Flores at $20,000 per month, with two five-year options.
• Approved Resolution 35-2021, approving the Fourth Amendment to the Mulberry Tree Preschool ground lease, modified to a five-year term with a five-year renewal option.
• Adopted Resolution 36-2021, approving the FY 2021/22 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets, including the Five-Year Financial Plan.
• Adopted Resolution 37-2021, authorizing acceptance of U.S. Treasury Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.
• Awarded a $299,669 construction contract to Bear Construction, Inc. for the 2021 Street Repair Project (Phase I), with change orders up to $29,967.
• Adopted Resolution 33-2021, confirming the Engineer's Report and levying assessments for the Street Lighting Assessment District 1979-1 for FY 2021/22.
• Accepted the RHNA Update Report, with the inclusion of a Letter of Protest related to the pending CAL FIRE Wildfire Hazard Map.
• Adopted the consent agenda, including approval of accounts payable claims totaling $353,595.31.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting. The main item is a closed session to discuss lease price and terms for the property at 1455 St. Mary's Road with Susan E. Allison and Mulberry Tree Preschool LLC. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with public comment and a report on the closed session.

• Closed session: real property negotiations for 1455 St. Mary's Road
• Negotiators: Town Manager Cynthia Battenberg, Town Attorney Michelle Marchetta Kenyon, Assistant Town Attorney Denise Bazzano
• Negotiating parties: Susan E. Allison and Mulberry Tree Preschool LLC
• Under negotiation: lease price and terms

The Town Council met in a special teleconferenced session on June 23, 2021. The only substantive item was a closed-session discussion with real property negotiators regarding lease price and terms for the property at 1455 St. Mary's Road, involving Susan E. Allison and Mulberry Tree Preschool LLC. Upon returning to open session, the mayor reported no action was taken. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Held closed session to discuss lease negotiations for 1455 St. Mary's Road with Mulberry Tree Preschool LLC
• Reported no action from the closed session
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:23 p.m. by a 5-0 vote

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 21, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled

6 - Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District board is meeting by teleconference to consider approving three service agreements (manager, treasurer, clerk) and the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget for the Bellavista development. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19 orders, with public comment available via email or Zoom.

• Agreement with ENGEO for GHAD Manager Services
• Agreement with GHAD Treasurer, Inc. for Treasurer Services
• Agreement with Town of Moraga for Clerk Services
• Budget for FY 2021-2022 for Bellavista Development
• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) Board unanimously approved four resolutions: an agreement with ENGEO for GHAD Manager services, an agreement with GHAD Treasurer Inc. for treasurer services, an agreement with the Town of Moraga for clerk services, and the budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. All votes were 5-0. The board also requested a future agenda item to schedule a meeting in May 2022 to discuss the next fiscal year's budget.

• Approved Resolution 3-2021: Agreement with ENGEO for GHAD Manager services, with amendments including a conflict-of-interest notification provision and a mediation clause (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 4-2021: Agreement with GHAD Treasurer Inc. for treasurer services, with revisions to the resolution and investment policy language (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 5-2021: Agreement with the Town of Moraga for GHAD Clerk services, with a revised authorization clause (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 6-2021: Budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 for the Bellavista Development, including $575 for Directors and Officers insurance (5-0).
• Requested a future agenda item to schedule a GHAD Board meeting in the second half of May 2022 to finalize the FY 2022/2023 budget (5-0).

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on the South Camino Pablo annexation and residential subdivision, continued from May 25. The project involves a Mitigated Negative Declaration, General Plan Amendment, Pre-Zoning, Conceptual and General Development Plans, Vesting Tentative Map, and Grading Permit. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19 orders.

• Public hearing on South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision (APN 256-040-025)
• Project includes Mitigated Negative Declaration, General Plan Amendment, Pre-Zoning, and Vesting Tentative Map
• Continued from May 25, 2021 meeting
• Consent agenda includes May 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Teleconferenced meeting with public comment via Zoom or email

The Planning Commission voted 4-2 to recommend that the Town Council deny the South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision project, which proposed a General Plan Amendment from 1 to 2 dwelling units per acre. The recommendation includes denial of the pre-zoning, conceptual development plan, vesting tentative map, and grading permit. The motion was made by Commissioner Bode and seconded by Commissioner Thiel, with Commissioners Davis and Helber voting no. The item is tentatively scheduled for Town Council consideration on July 14, 2021.

• Adopted the May 25, 2021 meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda (unanimous).
• Adopted the meeting agenda as shown (unanimous).
• Recommended denial of the General Plan Amendment from 1-DUA to 2-DUA for the South Camino Pablo project (4-2 vote).
• Recommended denial of the pre-zoning, conceptual development plan, general development plan, vesting tentative map, and grading permit for the project (4-2 vote).
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 7:40 p.m. (unanimous).

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider authorizing a 10-year lease with Wedgewood Weddings for exclusive events at Hacienda de las Flores at 2100 Donald Drive, at $20,000 per month with two five-year options. The Council will also review preliminary FY 2021/22 operating and capital improvement budgets and provide direction to staff. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19 orders.

• Wedgewood Weddings lease: 10-year term, $20,000/month, two 5-year options, at 2100 Donald Drive
• FY 2021/22 Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets, including Five-Year Financial Plan updates
• Accounts payable claims for 05/21/2021: $214,419.30
• Resolution accepting 2020 Pavement Overlay Project (20-402) as complete by Bay Cities Paving and Grading, Inc.
• Amend on-call construction management agreements with CSG Consultants, Ghirardelli Associates, and Harris & Associates, up to $150,000

The Town Council voted 5-0 to continue the Wedgewood Weddings lease agreement for the Hacienda de las Flores to the June 23, 2021 meeting. The decision followed public concerns about the 20-year term, public notification, and lease terms. The Council also received the draft FY 2021/22 operating and capital budgets, with formal adoption scheduled for June 23.

• Continued Wedgewood Weddings lease agreement to June 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, and 6.6 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 27-2021 accepting 2020 Pavement Overlay Project as complete (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation Recognizing June 2021 as Pride Month (5-0)
• Modified meeting agenda to move Item 8.A after Item 12 (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 11:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Requested future agenda item on Measure K fund use for storm drains and capital assets (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:52 p.m. (5-0)

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet via teleconference to discuss and potentially act on its independent report to the Town Council regarding the Transaction and Use Tax for Fiscal Year 2019/20. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date. Public comments are invited via Zoom or email.

• Review and discuss independent report on FY 2019/20 Transaction and Use Tax revenue and expenditures
• Approve action minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting
• Establish next meeting date

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee unanimously approved presenting its Independent Report on the Transaction and Use Tax (Measure K) revenue and expenditures for FY 2019/20 to the Town Council on June 23, 2021. The report includes a reclassification of Fund 711 and a corrected Measure K fund balance to reflect a zero balance. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and the April 13, 2021 action minutes, all by unanimous votes.

• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 13, 2021 action minutes (7-0)
• Approved presenting Independent Report on Measure K funds to Town Council on June 23, 2021 (7-0)

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit and Finance Committee will consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2021/22 operating budget and the preliminary capital improvement budget, both presented via PowerPoint. The meeting is held by teleconference due to COVID-19 orders, with public comment available via Zoom or email. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Consider proposed FY 2021/22 operating budget
• Consider preliminary FY 2021/22 capital improvement budget
• Approve action minutes from February 2, 2021 AFC meeting
• Public comments via Zoom or email before 4:00 p.m.

The Audit and Finance Committee reviewed the proposed FY 2021/22 operating budget and capital improvement program, discussed ARPA funding, CalPERS liability, and street priorities, then by consensus recommended both budgets be forwarded to the Town Council for its June 9, 2021 meeting. The committee also approved the February 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0). No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved February 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended FY 2021/22 Operating Budget to Town Council (consensus)
• Recommended FY 2021/22 Capital Improvement Budget to Town Council (consensus)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 1, 2021, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting of June 1, 2021 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for June 15, 2021

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider several action items, including approving an interagency agreement with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office for police dispatching services and a third amendment to the Town Manager's employment agreement. They will also review a revised trail design for West Commons Park and consider appointments to the Library Commission. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Resolution approving interagency agreement with Contra Costa County Sheriff for police dispatching services
• Third amendment to Town Manager Cynthia Battenberg's employment agreement
• Revised trail design for West Commons Park Camino Ricardo improvements (Subdivision 9321)
• Appointments to Moraga Library Commission, including re-appointing alternate commissioner
• Accounts payable claims totaling $189,056.92

The Moraga Town Council approved a third amendment to Town Manager Cynthia Battenberg's employment agreement, setting her annual salary at $247,983 plus cost-of-living adjustments. The council also approved a revised trail design for West Commons Park, an interagency agreement with the Contra Costa County Sheriff for police dispatching services, and appointed Sarah Morgan to the Contra Costa County Library Commission. All votes were 4-0-1 with Mayor Mike McCluer absent.

• Approved Resolution 25-2021, third amendment to Town Manager employment agreement with $247,983 salary (4-0-1)
• Approved revised trail design for West Commons Park Camino Ricardo Landscape Improvements (4-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 26-2021, interagency agreement with Contra Costa County Sheriff for police dispatching (4-0-1)
• Appointed Sarah Morgan to Contra Costa County Library Commission, re-appointed Janette Maher as alternate (4-0-1)
• Adopted consent agenda including accounts payable of $189,056.92, minutes, street lighting assessment, Measure J checklist, and proclamation (4-0-1)
• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0-1)

6 - Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to discuss and provide direction on a proposed management structure, including the roles of an administrative liaison and GHAD manager/engineer. This item was continued from the March 24, 2021 meeting. The board will also consider approving the minutes from that meeting and set a tentative date for the next meeting.

• Discussion of proposed GHAD management structure and administrative liaison/GHAD manager-engineer roles
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2021 GHAD meeting
• Tentative next meeting set for June 16, 2021 at 6:00 pm

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) Board discussed and provided direction on the GHAD management structure. The Board did not favor creating an Administrative Liaison position, and directed that the GHAD Manager be a Geotechnical Engineer. The Board also directed staff to extend the Clerk Services Agreement and form an Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a new agreement with ENGEO.

• Rejected the proposed Administrative Liaison position (consensus, 4-0-1)
• Directed GHAD Manager be a Geotechnical Engineer (consensus)
• Directed staff to extend Clerk Services Agreement, removing legal costs (consensus)
• Formed Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate ENGEO agreement (consensus)
• Approved meeting agenda modification adding Item 4 Reports (4-0-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 1, accepting March 24, 2021 minutes (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:54 p.m. (4-0-1)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission is holding a special teleconferenced meeting with one public hearing: the South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision. The project includes a Mitigated Negative Declaration, General Plan Amendment, Pre-Zoning, Conceptual and General Development Plans, Vesting Tentative Map, and Grading Permit for APN 256-040-025. The Commission will also consider adopting the May 4, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision (APN 256-040-025)
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project
• General Plan Amendment and Pre-Zoning (Zoning Code Amendment) requested
• Vesting Tentative Map and Grading Permit included in the proposal
• Adoption of May 4, 2021 meeting minutes on consent agenda

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision, which proposed 13 single-family homes on an 8.5-acre development area with a requested General Plan Amendment (GPA) to increase density from 1 to 2 dwelling units per acre (DUA). After discussion, the Commission voted 6-1 to direct staff to prepare a resolution denying the GPA and recommending the site retain the 1-DUA designation. The item was continued to June 15, 2021, for staff to bring back the draft resolution.

• Directed staff to prepare resolution denying General Plan Amendment for 2-DUA density (6-1)
• Recommended retaining 1-DUA zoning designation for the site (6-1)
• Requested Town Council policy guidance on future General Plan variance metrics (6-1)
• Requested Town Council clarity on two-story consecutive home design guidelines (6-1)
• Continued public hearing to June 15, 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted May 4, 2021 meeting minutes with correction (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including reviewing public art applications for a Monarch Butterfly Sculpture and works by artist Buddy Brodwin, as well as an ad-hoc committee report on the Pear Sculpture. They will also welcome new members, consider changing meeting dates, and discuss fundraising efforts. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19.

• Review of public art application for Monarch Butterfly Sculpture by artist Patrick E
• Review of public art applications (Kinetic and Meter Maidens) by artist Buddy Brodwin
• Ad-Hoc Committee report on Pear Sculpture – concepts, designs, and costs
• Discussion on fundraising efforts for 2021-2022
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The Park and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the Public Artwork Application for the 'Wings' sculpture by artist Patrick E., donated by the Moraga Garden Club, for placement near the Moraga for Monarchs garden at Rancho Laguna Park. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Art in Public Spaces Committee and Town Council. The commission also adopted the meeting agenda and the April 19, 2021 minutes, and received updates on the skatepark fence, summer events, and the Laguna Creek Restoration survey.

• Approved 'Wings' sculpture for Rancho Laguna Park, forwarded to Art in Public Spaces Committee and Town Council (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted April 19, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for May 18, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be a special meeting held on May 25, 2021. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting of May 18, 2021 cancelled
• Special meeting scheduled for May 25, 2021

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is meeting by teleconference to discuss and receive updates on several items, including summer community events, a landscape design survey for Laguna Creek restoration, and the 'Moraga for Monarchs' habitat at Rancho Laguna Park. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and a skatepark fence installation announcement.

• Status update on summer community events and activities
• Laguna Creek Restoration Landscape Design Survey
• Design and progress update on 'Moraga for Monarchs' habitat at Rancho Laguna Park, including review of a public art application
• Skatepark fence installation scheduled to commence week of May 17-21
• Adoption of minutes from April 19, 2021 meeting

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission unanimously approved a public artwork application for the 'Wings' sculpture by artist Patrick E., donated by the Moraga Garden Club, for placement near the Moraga for Monarchs habitat at Rancho Laguna Park. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Art in Public Spaces Committee and Town Council. The commission also adopted the meeting agenda and the April 19, 2021 minutes, and received updates on the skatepark fence installation, summer events, and the Laguna Creek Restoration survey.

• Approved 'Wings' sculpture for Rancho Laguna Park, forwarded to Art in Public Spaces Committee and Town Council (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted April 19, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is holding a teleconferenced meeting to discuss unfinished business, including the Student/Senior Pen Pal Program and thank-you gifts for healthcare workers, and new business such as reviewing 2020-2021 accomplishments, planning 2021-2022 recruitment, and discussing future terms. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Student/Senior Pen Pal Program update
• Notes of Gratitude and Thank You Gifts for Healthcare Workers
• Review 2020-2021 Committee Accomplishments
• 2021-2022 Committee Recruitment
• Discussion of Future MYIC Terms

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold public hearings on adopting the updated Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2021/22 and granting a one-year extension for the Hetfield Estates project, a seven-lot residential development. The Council will also discuss a potential letter opposing a consolidation study for the Moraga-Orinda Fire District, receive updates on ARPA funding and budget assumptions, and review a preliminary draft of the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program budget. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19 orders.

• Public hearing: Resolution adopting FY 2021/22 Master Fee Schedule, effective July 11, 2021
• Public hearing: Resolution granting one-year extension for Hetfield Estates (Subdivision 9051), seven-lot single-family development on 58.2 acres
• Discussion: Possible letter to MOFD Board opposing consolidation/dissolution study
• Discussion: ARPA update and budget assumptions
• Consent: Accounts payable claims for 04/23/2021 totaling $152,025.34

The Town Council approved a letter to the Moraga-Orinda Fire District (MOFD) Board of Directors opposing a study of consolidation/dissolution, with a 4-1 vote. The Council also adopted the FY 2021/22 Master Fee Schedule, granted a one-year extension for the Hetfield Estates project, and discussed ARPA fund allocation and the five-year Capital Improvement Program.

• Approved letter opposing MOFD consolidation/dissolution study (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 20-2021, FY 2021/22 Master Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Granted one-year extension for Hetfield Estates project (3-1-1, McCluer recused)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for SB 612 (4-1)
• Modified agenda to move MOFD study to public hearings (5-0)
• Requested future agenda item for Town Council retreat (4-1)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to continue a study session on streamlining the three-step planned development process, which was continued from April 28, 2021. The council will provide policy direction on this project. Public comment is available via Zoom or in writing.

• Study session on streamlining the three-step planned development process (continued from April 28, 2021)

The Town Council held a study session to provide policy direction on streamlining the three-step Planned Development (PD) process, continuing a discussion from April 28, 2021. No formal decision was made; instead, the Council directed staff to conduct further analysis, taking into account all viewpoints expressed, including considerations of state laws like SB 330 and the need for public input. The Council did not vote on any specific changes to the process.

• Directed staff to proceed with further analysis of streamlining the PD process, considering all Council input (no vote)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 7:35 p.m. (5-0)

1 - Town Council

This is a special teleconferenced meeting of the Moraga Town Council. The agenda consists of public comment, a recess to closed session for a conference with labor negotiators regarding the unrepresented Town Manager employee, and a return to open session for the mayor's report on that closed session. No other substantive business is listed.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators (Gov. Code 54957.6) regarding Town Manager
• Designated negotiators: Vice Mayor Woehleke and Councilmember Sos
• Public comment via Zoom webinar or email before 3 p.m.

The Moraga Town Council held a special teleconferenced meeting on May 4, 2021, with all members present. Public comments were received, and the council recessed to closed session for labor negotiations with the Town Manager. No reportable action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m. (5-0)
• No reportable action from closed session on labor negotiations

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider renewing a conditional use permit for an existing wireless communications facility on a PG&E transmission tower near Fay Hill Road, including adding a diesel generator. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19, with public comment via Zoom or email.

• Renewal of Conditional Use Permit (UP 08-2020) for wireless facility on PG&E tower
• Installation of diesel generator within existing ground-level equipment enclosure
• Location: Northeast of Fay Hill Road, adjacent to EBMUD Fay Hill Reservoir (APN 256-040-025)
• Adoption of March 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar; public comments accepted before 4:30 p.m. on meeting day

The Planning Commission approved a 10-year renewal of a Conditional Use Permit for an existing AT&T wireless communications facility on a PG&E tower near Fay Hill Road, including installation of a diesel generator. The approval was subject to modified conditions, including a 90-day timeline for fence slats and landscaping, and a requirement for staff to work on a performance bond. The motion passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved 10-year CUP renewal for AT&T wireless facility with diesel generator (7-0)
• Modified Condition 2: RF testing within 30 days of new antenna installation and every 5 years
• Modified Condition 4(a): 90 days to install light brown slats to match adjacent enclosure
• Modified Condition 4(c): 90 days to plant three 24-inch coast live oaks, subject to MOFD approval
• Added Condition 4(d): staff to work on performance bond for fence slats and landscaping
• Adopted consent agenda including March 2, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a regular meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19. They will receive updates on the new town website, discuss the preliminary Capital Asset Replacement Five-Year Plan and Traffic Safety Program Five-Year Plan, and conduct a study session on streamlining the three-step planned development process. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving accounts payable claims and continuing the local emergency declaration.

• Receive update on implementation of Town's new website (continued from April 14, 2021)
• Consider preliminary Capital Asset Replacement Five-Year Plan
• Discuss Traffic Safety Program Five-Year Plan
• Study session on streamlining three-step Planned Development Process
• Approve accounts payable claims for 04/09/2021 ($160,438.26)

The Town Council unanimously adopted the consent agenda, including continuing the local COVID-19 emergency, and received presentations on the Capital Asset Replacement and Traffic Safety Program Five-Year Plans, providing input for future development. The council also continued the Three-step Planned Development Process to a date uncertain. No formal decisions were made on the capital or traffic plans, which were discussion items.

• Adopted consent agenda including accounts payable, minutes, and COVID-19 emergency continuation (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as shown (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 11:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Continued Three-step Planned Development Process to a date uncertain (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:46 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 20, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2021. No agenda items are listed for this cancelled meeting.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is meeting via teleconference to discuss park maintenance, capital improvement projects for fiscal year 2021/22, and to nominate and select a new chair and vice chair. The agenda also includes public comments, consent agenda approval, and reports from staff and committee liaisons.

• Update on park maintenance, asset replacement, and capital improvement projects
• Recommended Capital Improvement Program projects for Town Parks and Recreation Facilities in FY 2021/22
• Nomination and selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Report on April 14, 2021 Town Council closed session regarding Wedgewood Weddings letter of intent
• Summer Mini Activity Guide release

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission unanimously adopted the meeting agenda and the March 15, 2021 minutes. They received updates on the Summer Mini-Activity Guide, a proposed Wedgewood Weddings lease for the Hacienda de las Flores, and park maintenance and capital improvement projects. The Commission unanimously appointed Commissioner Pelchat as Chair and Tara Crain as Vice-Chair.

• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted March 15, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Pelchat as Chair and Tara Crain as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a regular teleconferenced meeting on April 14, 2021, with public participation via Zoom or written comments. The agenda includes presentations on the Canyon Road Bridge Project and EBMUD's flood control project, a discussion on installing solar panels on Town Hall and the Library, and several action items including accepting road improvements and amending the accessory dwelling units ordinance. The meeting is conducted under COVID-19 executive orders, with no physical public access.

• Presentation on Canyon Road Bridge Project Phase 2 construction beginning April 15, 2021
• Discussion of solar installation on Town Hall (329 Rheem Boulevard) and Moraga Library (1500 St. Mary's Road)
• Resolution accepting SummerHill RL, LLC improvements for Lower Rheem Boulevard Stabilization and Road Repair (CIP Project No. 16-103)
• Ordinance amending Moraga Municipal Code for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) regulations
• Resolution continuing NPDES drainage assessment rate of $35 per Equivalent Runoff Unit for FY 2021/22

The Town Council unanimously adopted Resolution 18-2021 accepting the Lower Rheem Boulevard Stabilization and Road Repair Off-Site Improvements completed by SummerHill RL, LLC, and authorized the Town Manager to record the resolution with the county. The council also approved the consent agenda, including an ordinance updating accessory dwelling unit regulations and a resolution continuing the $35 per ERU drainage/NPDES rate. Several agenda items were continued to future meetings, including a discussion on installing solar panels on Town Hall and the Moraga Library, which failed to be tabled in a 2-3 vote.

• Adopted Resolution 18-2021 accepting SummerHill RL, LLC's Lower Rheem Boulevard improvements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ADU Ordinance 296 and $35/ERU NPDES rate (5-0)
• Continued discussion of solar installation on Town Hall and Library to future meeting (2-3 vote to table failed)
• Continued website update and Town Council Protocols Amendment items (5-0)
• Retained Lower Rheem Boulevard project on agenda (5-0)
• Tabled Communications item to future meeting (5-0)
• Approved revised agenda including Items 9.A, 11.B, and 12 (5-0)

1 - Town Council

This is a special meeting of the Moraga Town Council, held via teleconference due to COVID-19. The only substantive item is a closed session to evaluate the Town Manager's performance. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with public comment and a report on the closed session.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for Town Manager (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Public comment via Zoom or email before 3 p.m. on meeting day
• Teleconferenced meeting per Governor's executive orders and Contra Costa County health orders

The Town Council held a special teleconferenced meeting on April 14, 2021, with no public comments. The council recessed into closed session to conduct a performance evaluation for the Town Manager, and upon returning to open session, the mayor reported no reportable action. The meeting was adjourned at 10:33 p.m. with a 5-0 vote.

• Continued closed session to after regular meeting adjourned (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:33 p.m. (5-0)

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet via teleconference to review the status and performance of the 2019 Joint Moraga-Lafayette Pavement Resurfacing Project, which is funded by Measure K sales tax proceeds. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes, appoint a subcommittee to perform an audit report to the Town Council, and set the next meeting date.

• Review status and performance of 2019 Joint Moraga-Lafayette Pavement Resurfacing Project funded by Measure K
• Appoint subcommittee to perform Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee Audit Report to Town Council
• Approve action minutes from March 30, 2021 meeting
• Establish next meeting date for May 2021

The committee reviewed the 2019 Joint Moraga-Lafayette Pavement Resurfacing Project, noting the town's pavement condition index improved from 49 (poor) in 2011 to 75 (good) currently. They appointed a subcommittee to perform the audit report for Town Council review, and approved the March 30, 2021 minutes as amended.

• Adopted meeting agenda (6-0-1)
• Approved March 30, 2021 minutes as amended (6-0-1)
• Appointed subcommittee for audit report (6-0-1)
• Set next meeting for late May or early June 2021

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The committee will hold a teleconferenced meeting to discuss various youth-focused initiatives and subcommittee reports. The agenda includes discussions on The Children's Movement, GENup, and the Student/Senior Pen Pal Program.

• Discussion of The Children's Movement
• Discussion of GENup
• Discussion of Empowerment Collective
• Discussion of Student/Senior Pen Pal Program
• Reports from Youth Wellness, Teens Helping Teens, and COVID-19 Care Packages subcommittees

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting in a special teleconferenced session. The agenda consists of public comments, a closed session to discuss existing litigation and two real property lease negotiations, and a report on the closed session. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session on litigation: PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC, Case No. CIVMSC C19-02531
• Closed session on lease for Hacienda de las Flores, 2100 Donald Drive, with ZGolf Food and Beverage Services, LLC dba Wedgewood Weddings
• Closed session on lease for 1455 St. Mary's Road with Growing Light Montessori of Moraga, Inc.

The Town Council met in closed session to discuss existing litigation and real property negotiations for two properties: Hacienda de las Flores and 1455 St. Mary's Road. They provided direction to staff on the litigation and on lease negotiations with Wedgewood Weddings and Growing Light Montessori. No public decisions were made in open session.

• Gave direction to staff regarding existing litigation in PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC.
• Discussed a proposed lease with Wedgewood Weddings for Hacienda de las Flores and provided negotiation direction.
• Provided direction to staff on lease negotiations for 1455 St. Mary's Road with Growing Light Montessori.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:03 p.m. by a 5-0 vote.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 6, 2021, has been cancelled. The next scheduled Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. This agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting cancelled for April 6, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for April 20, 2021

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee is meeting to approve past meeting minutes, appoint a subcommittee to perform an audit report to the Town Council, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approve action minutes from January 23, 2020 and August 19, 2019 meetings
• Appoint subcommittee to perform audit report to Town Council
• Establish next meeting date for April 2021

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee met and approved minutes from two prior meetings. The committee voted unanimously to delay appointing a subcommittee to perform an audit report until April 13, 2021, to allow staff to present an overview of the 2019 Pavement Management Project first. The next meeting was set for April 13, 2021 at 5:30 PM.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved January 23, 2020 action minutes (5-2 abstentions)
• Approved August 19, 2019 action minutes (4-3 abstentions)
• Moved subcommittee appointment to April 13, 2021 (7-0)

1 - Town Council

The Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda councils meet jointly to receive updates on proposed state legislation, the American Rescue Plan Act, local business assistance, and major development projects. The agenda is primarily informational with no decisions scheduled.

• Presentation on American Rescue Plan Act COVID-19 relief funds
• Updates on local business assistance initiatives from each city
• Updates on advanced planning and major development projects
• Senator Glazer and Assemblymember Bauer-Khan to discuss proposed legislation

The Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda city councils held a joint special meeting to hear presentations from State Senator Steve Glazer and Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan on state legislation, and from Townsend Public Affairs on the American Rescue Plan Act. No formal decisions were made by the councils; the meeting was informational, with discussion on wildfire prevention, housing, and COVID-19 relief funding.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0-1, Burks absent)
• Heard presentation from Senator Glazer on legislative priorities
• Heard presentation from Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan on legislative priorities
• Heard presentation on American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Received updates on local business assistance programs from each city
• Received updates on planning initiatives and development projects from each city

1 - Town Council

The Town Council introduced an ordinance updating Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, aligning them with state law, and approved a resolution appropriating $20,000 from General Fund reserves for legal fees to amend the Small Cell Wireless Facilities Ordinance. The council also adopted the consent agenda, including the annual review of the Camino Ricardo development agreement, and received an update on the Laguna Creek Restoration Project.

• Introduced by title only an ordinance amending the Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), with a 4-0-1 vote.
• Approved Resolution 16-2021, appropriating $20,000 from General Fund reserves for legal fees related to amending the Small Cell Wireless Facilities Ordinance.
• Adopted the consent agenda, including approval of accounts payable, meeting minutes, a COVID-19 remembrance proclamation, and the annual review of the Camino Ricardo development agreement.
• Adopted Resolution 15-2021, accepting the 2020 Annual General Plan and Housing Element Report and authorizing submission to state agencies.
• Received an update on the Laguna Creek Restoration Project and provided direction to staff to proceed with the preferred design alternative.
• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:22 p.m.

6 - Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)

The Moraga GHAD Board approved Resolution 1-2021, transferring Plan of Control responsibilities for Subdivision 9330 (Bellavista) from Summerhill Homes LLC to the GHAD, but with conditions: the GHAD Manager must confirm that all ownership and documentation issues for Parcels A and B are resolved and that the minimum reserve balance has been received. The board also approved Resolution 2-2021, adopting the budget for the remainder of fiscal year 2020/2021. The discussion on the GHAD management structure was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution 1-2021 transferring Plan of Control responsibilities for Subdivision 9330 (Bellavista) from Summerhill Homes LLC to the GHAD, subject to conditions on Parcels A and B title and minimum reserve balance.
• Approved Resolution 2-2021 adopting the budget for the remainder of fiscal year 2020/2021 for the Bellavista development.
• Continued discussion of the GHAD management structure to a future meeting.
• Requested future agenda items on D&O insurance and audit of stamped drawings.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 16, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2021.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission will receive an update on the Laguna Creek Restoration Project (CIP 16-201) and provide feedback to staff. They will also nominate and select a representative for the Art in Public Spaces Committee. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19, with public comment accepted via email.

• Laguna Creek Restoration Project update (CIP 16-201)
• Nomination and selection of Art in Public Spaces Committee representative
• Report on March 10, 2021 Town Council meeting regarding Skatepark Fence
• Welcome new Commissioner Stone
• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting

The Commission unanimously appointed Commissioner Pelchat as its representative to the Art in Public Spaces Committee. It also received an update on the Laguna Creek Restoration Project and provided feedback for Town Council consideration. The Commission adopted the meeting agenda and the January 19, 2021 minutes as presented.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented, unanimously.
• Adopted the January 19, 2021 minutes as presented, unanimously.
• Appointed Commissioner Pelchat as the Park and Recreation Commission Representative on the Art in Public Spaces Committee, unanimously.
• Received an update on the Laguna Creek Restoration Project and provided feedback to staff for Town Council consideration.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is holding a regular teleconferenced meeting with no substantive action items listed. The agenda includes call to order, public comment, adoption of agenda and minutes, announcements, subcommittee reports, and adjournment. Public participation is limited to emailed comments due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Public comment via email to [email protected], max 500 words
• Announcements: Invitation to join The Children's Movement, GENup
• Subcommittee reports: Youth Wellness, Teens Helping Teens, COVID-19 Care Packages
• Council Liaison Report from Councilmember Stromberg

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a teleconferenced regular meeting on March 10, 2021, to discuss and act on several items. Key actions include awarding a contract for a perimeter fence at the Lamorinda Skatepark, providing direction on a comprehensive planning initiative, and receiving a report on small wireless facility regulations. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable and meeting minutes.

• Resolution to award contract to Calco Fence Inc. for $56,490 to install perimeter fence at Lamorinda Skatepark
• Discussion and direction on Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative (Housing Element, EIR, Rezone, General Plan Update)
• Report on regulatory process for small wireless facility installation in public right-of-way
• Ordinance to change regular Town Council meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Consent agenda: accounts payable claims totaling $147,091.48

The Town Council approved a contract with Calco Fence Inc. to install a perimeter fence at the Lamorinda Skatepark for up to $56,490, with a 3-2 vote. The council also adopted Ordinance 295 to change regular meeting start time to 6:30 p.m., and directed staff to issue an RFP for a comprehensive planning initiative covering the Housing Element, EIR, rezone, and General Plan update.

• Approved Resolution 14-2021 awarding $56,490 fence contract to Calco Fence Inc. (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 295 changing meeting start time to 6:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 13-2021 amending Town Council protocols (5-0)
• Received accounts payable claims of $147,091.48 (5-0)
• Continued Item 11.C on small wireless facility installation to a future date (5-0)
• Directed staff to issue RFP for Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative (consensus)
• Authorized future agenda item to review Small Cell Wireless Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved discussion item on solar for 329 Rheem Boulevard and Moraga Library (4-1)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting with a closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Verizon Wireless regarding town property at 1425 and 1504 St. Mary's Road. The public can observe and comment via Zoom or email. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.

• Closed session: real property negotiations with GTE Mobilnet dba Verizon Wireless
• Properties: 1425 St. Mary's Road and 1504 St. Mary's Road
• Negotiators: Town Attorney Michelle Kenyon and Assistant Town Attorney Denise Bazzano
• Under negotiation: price and terms

The Town Council held a special teleconferenced meeting and recessed to closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Verizon Wireless for town-owned properties, including 1425 and 1504 St. Mary's Road. After returning to open session, the mayor reported that the Council provided direction to the agency negotiators regarding price and terms. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Provided direction to negotiators on price and terms for Verizon Wireless property negotiations (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission is meeting via Zoom to hold public hearings on replacing the fence around the Lamorinda Skatepark, reviewing the annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Report, and appointing a representative to the Art in Public Spaces Committee. They will also consider extending the temporary outdoor sports training facility at 1325 Moraga Way and receive an update on the Laguna Creek Restoration Project.

• Public hearing on replacing 2.5-foot fence with 6-foot fence at Lamorinda Skatepark, 1425 St. Mary's Road
• Review of 2020 General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Report
• Consideration to extend temporary outdoor sports training facility at 1325 Moraga Way
• Appointment of Planning Commission representative to Art in Public Spaces Committee
• Update on Laguna Creek Restoration Project (CIP 16-201)

The Planning Commission approved a modification to the temporary outdoor sports training facility at 1325 Moraga Way, extending its operation until either indoor gyms reopen at 100% capacity for 60 consecutive days or a development application is submitted, with a final deadline of April 1, 2022. The commission also approved a new 6-foot fence around the Lamorinda Skatepark, recommended acceptance of the Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Reports, and appointed Commissioner Thiel to the Art in Public Spaces Committee.

• Approved extension of temporary outdoor sports facility at 1325 Moraga Way until April 1, 2022 or earlier trigger (7-0)
• Approved 6-foot fence replacement at Lamorinda Skatepark (5-2)
• Adopted resolution recommending Town Council accept Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Reports (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Thiel to Art in Public Spaces Committee (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including January 4, 2021 meeting minutes (4-1-2)

1 - Town Council

This agenda is a notice that the Town Council's regular meeting of February 10, 2021 was continued to an adjourned regular meeting on February 24, 2021, to be held by teleconference at 7:00 p.m. No substantive agenda items are listed; the document only provides the adjournment notice and contact information for the Town Clerk.

• Meeting continued from Feb 10 to Feb 24, 2021
• Teleconferenced meeting at 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, 335 Rheem Boulevard, Moraga, CA

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a teleconferenced regular meeting on February 24, 2021, to discuss and adopt the 2021 Town Council and Community Goals, consider an ordinance to change regular meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and discuss amending a protocol on the use of council titles for non-town business. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving accounts payable, awarding contracts for lighting assessment and park irrigation design, continuing the local COVID-19 emergency, and opposing SB 9 unless amended. The meeting is conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation via Zoom or written comments.

• Adopt 2021 Town Council and Community Goals (continued from Feb 10)
• Ordinance to change regular meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Award $40,570 contract to GATES+Associates for Moraga Commons Park Irrigation Project design
• Award $12,200 contract to LCC Engineering for lighting assessment district services
• Approve letter opposing SB 9 (Atkins) unless amended

The Moraga Town Council approved the 2021 Town Council and Community Goals, awarded a $40,570 design contract for the Moraga Commons Park Irrigation Project, and adopted a letter opposing SB 9 unless amended. The council also introduced an ordinance to change regular meeting start times from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and continued the local COVID-19 emergency declaration.

• Approved 2021 Town Council and Community Goals (5-0)
• Awarded $40,570 design contract for Moraga Commons Park Irrigation Project to GATES+Associates (5-0)
• Adopted letter of opposition to SB 9 (Atkins) with amendments (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to change regular meeting start time to 6:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Continued local COVID-19 emergency declaration (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1, 6.2, and 6.4 (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable claims of $186,656.60 (5-0)
• Request for future agenda item on Town Council Protocols modifications denied (2-3)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The special meeting of the Moraga Planning Commission tentatively scheduled for Monday, February 22, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Tuesday, March 2, 2021.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to interview applicants and make appointments to five committees: Art in Public Spaces, Audit and Finance, Local Sales Tax Oversight, Park and Recreation, and Planning Commission. The meeting is conducted remotely due to COVID-19 orders, with public comment available via Zoom or email.

• Interviews for Art in Public Spaces Committee applicants
• Interviews for Audit and Finance Committee applicants
• Interviews for Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee applicants
• Interviews for Park and Recreation Commission applicants
• Interviews for Planning Commission applicants

The Town Council interviewed applicants and made appointments to five committees: Art in Public Spaces, Audit and Finance, Local Sales Tax Oversight, Park and Recreation, and Planning Commission. All appointments were approved unanimously (5-0) with terms ending in March 2023 or 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Re-appointed Bob Kennedy and Stephen Huxley to Audit and Finance Committee (5-0)
• Re-appointed Grant Rusk and appointed Suzanne D'Arcy to Art in Public Spaces Committee (5-0)
• Re-appointed Christina Pelchat, Tara Crain, Christopher Kolm and appointed Lauren Stone to Park and Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Re-appointed Brenda Luster, Kerry Hillis and appointed Karl Davis, Marcus Bode to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Re-appointed Bill Faoro, Laszlo Bonnyay and appointed Nate Levine, Ursula Schilling to Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee (5-0)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular meeting of the Moraga Park and Recreation Commission scheduled for February 16, 2021, has been cancelled.

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to discuss new business, including a draft art video, potential sculptures (Pear, Butterfly), and 2021 fundraising efforts. The agenda also includes public comments, adoption of minutes, and liaison updates. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• View draft video for art collaboration
• Discuss potential sculptures: Pear, Butterfly
• Discuss fundraising efforts for 2021
• Poetry reading collaboration for April (National Poetry Month)
• Next meeting scheduled for May 18, 2021

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 22, 2021. No agenda items are discussed in this notice.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting on February 22, 2021

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is holding a regular meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and reports from subcommittees, but no specific action items or discussions are detailed.

• Public comment via email to [email protected], max 500 words or 3 minutes
• Subcommittee reports: Youth Wellness, Teens Helping Teens, COVID-19 Care Packages
• Meeting adjourned to 03/11/21

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a teleconferenced regular meeting with several discussion and action items. Key items include a public hearing on an Accessory Dwelling Units ordinance, a mid-year budget review with amendments, accepting the Bellavista subdivision improvements, and setting 2021 council goals. The council will also discuss engaging community groups via Zoom and consider changing regular meeting start times from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

• Public hearing on Accessory Dwelling Units ordinance (Moraga Municipal Code Section 8.04.020 and Chapter 8.124)
• Fiscal Year 2020/21 Mid-Year Budget Review and amendments
• Resolution accepting Bellavista Subdivision (Subdivision 9330) improvements from SummerHill Homes LLC
• Ordinance to change regular Town Council meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Accounts payable claims for 01/30/2021 totaling $814,876.25

The Town Council adopted an Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance with amendments, approved the FY 2020/21 mid-year budget adjustments, and accepted the Bellavista subdivision improvements. The meeting was continued to a future date for remaining agenda items due to technical difficulties.

• Adopted ADU ordinance with height and courtesy notice amendments (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020/21 mid-year budget adjustments (5-0)
• Accepted Bellavista subdivision improvements (3-1-1, Onoda no, Sos recused)
• Continued remaining agenda items to a special meeting
• Adopted consent agenda including accounts payable claims (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting with a closed session to discuss existing litigation in the case Farmer v. Town of Moraga et al. (Case No. C-20-02566). The only public action is the mayor's report on the closed session, followed by adjournment. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Farmer v. Town of Moraga, Case No. C-20-02566)
• Public comments accepted via Zoom or email before 4:30 p.m.
• Meeting conducted under COVID-19 executive orders; not physically open to the public

The Town Council met in a special teleconferenced session and recessed to closed session to discuss existing litigation in Farmer v. Town of Moraga. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council only provided direction to legal counsel and adjourned.

• Held closed session on Farmer v. Town of Moraga litigation (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 p.m. (5-0)

6 - Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) Board will hold a special teleconferenced meeting to receive and discuss a survey on GHAD management structures. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the consent agenda and minutes from the December 9, 2020 meeting. Public comment is available via Zoom or email before the meeting.

• Discussion of GHAD Survey on Management Structures
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2020 meeting
• Public comment via Zoom webinar or email to [email protected]

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit and Finance Committee will review and accept the Fiscal Year 2020/21 mid-year revenue and expenditure report, and consider recommending mid-year budget adjustments. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19 orders, with public comment available by Zoom or email. The committee will also set its next meeting date.

• Review and accept FY 2020/21 mid-year revenue and expenditure report
• Review and recommend mid-year adjustments to FY 2020/21 budget
• Approve action minutes from November 2, 2020 meeting
• Tentative next meeting June 1, 2021 to consider FY 2021/22 operating budget and preliminary capital improvement program budget

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Monday, February 1, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. No agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: February 16, 2021

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will discuss and prioritize Mayor McCluer's proposed 2021 goals and consider awarding a consultant services agreement to WRECO for design of the Moraga Road and Hacienda de las Flores Parking Lot Storm Drain Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $80,000. The council will also discuss whether to use first names or formal titles during business. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving accounts payable claims, meeting minutes, committee appointments, and a sales tax oversight report.

• Consider Resolution awarding $80,000 contract to WRECO for storm drain design
• Review and prioritize Town Council and Community Goals for 2021
• Discussion of Council use of first names or formal titles
• Approve accounts payable claims of $1,082,276.21
• Adopt ordinance changing Planning Commission meeting dates and times

The Town Council adopted Resolution 6-2021, awarding a consultant services agreement to WRECO for design of the Moraga Road and Hacienda de las Flores Parking Lot Storm Drain Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $80,000. The Council also continued the discussion of the 2021 Town Council Goals to the February 10, 2021 meeting without finalizing or prioritizing them. Consent agenda items were adopted, including approval of accounts payable claims and committee appointments, with one item (minutes from November 18, 2020) removed and later approved as amended.

• Adopted Resolution 6-2021 awarding $80,000 storm drain design contract to WRECO (5-0)
• Continued 2021 Town Council Goals discussion to February 10, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2020 special meeting as amended (3-0-2)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 11:30 p.m. and then to 11:45 p.m. (5-0 each)
• Requested future agenda item on virtual mini Town Hall (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:35 p.m. (5-0)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposal from the Moraga Garden Club for a monarch habitat at Rancho Laguna Park, continued discussion on potential fencing at the Lamorinda Skatepark, and a resolution to change the commission's meeting date to the third Monday of the month. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment accepted by email.

• Proposal from Moraga Garden Club for Monarch Habitat at Rancho Laguna Park
• Continued discussion on potential fencing at the Lamorinda Skatepark
• Resolution 01-2021 to change meeting date to third Monday, effective March 2, 2021
• Commission vacancy listing for 2021, application deadline extended to January 28, 2021
• Adoption of minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to change its meeting night to Mondays starting in March, while maintaining the 7:00 pm start time. The commission also discussed a potential 6-foot fence at the Lamorinda Skatepark to address vandalism and COVID-19 compliance issues, but postponed action for further review. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved recommendation to change meeting night to Mondays starting March (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted September 15, 2020 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Postponed discussion on Lamorinda Skatepark fencing to future meeting

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Monday, February 1, 2021. No agenda items are listed for this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 1, 2021

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting by teleconference due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a presentation on COVID-19 by Contra Costa County Health Services and discussion of the Lamorinda Teen Talent Showcase. Public comment is allowed via email, and the meeting is not physically open to the public.

• Presentation: 'What is COVID-19?' by Contra Costa County Health Services
• Discussion: Lamorinda Teen Talent Showcase – A Brighter Day
• Meeting held by teleconference only due to COVID-19 orders
• Public comment via email to [email protected], max 500 words

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a teleconferenced meeting on January 13, 2021, due to COVID-19 restrictions. They will consider an ordinance to change the schedule of regular Planning Commission meetings and provide direction on the time of Town Council meetings. The agenda also includes reports, appointments, and consent items.

• Ordinance to amend MMC Section 2.12.060 to change Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Resolution to establish a Diversity and Inclusion Ad Hoc Committee
• Report on Five-Year Capital Improvement Program budget strategy
• Janitorial services contract with Universal Building Services and Supply Co. (Richmond) not to exceed $128,950
• Accounts payable claims totaling $1,553,725.80 for December 2020

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold a second study session on the proposed South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision (APN: 725-829-001). They will discuss whether project revisions address design comments from a September 2020 session and review the Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration and responses to public comments. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19 orders.

• Second study session on South Camino Pablo Annexation and Residential Subdivision (Camino Pablo Road, APN: 725-829-001)
• Review of Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/DMND) and responses to public comments
• Public comments accepted via Zoom, phone, or email before and during the meeting
• Consent agenda includes approval of December 7, 2020 meeting minutes