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Community Services 8. Approved the appointment of Cynthia Bryant as City Poet Laureate for 2011-2013 Finance 9. Accepted the Monthly Disbursements and Investment Report for August 2011 Operations Services 10. Waived full reading and adopted Resolution No. 11-479 encouraging the Zone 7 Board of Directors to adopt a water rate alternative that does not result in a 2012 water rate increase In response to Councilmember McGovern's request, Director of Operation Services Smith spoke of staff's work with Zone 7 and its Finance Committee on the proposed increase. He reported an additional meeting has been scheduled with the full Board to discuss the matter. They are proposing a 5% to 10% increase, and Pleasanton is working towards no increase. The Zone supports a plan for replacing infrastructure and in this economy, it is the City's belief that the work should be deferred; however, it stands alone as the only retailers pushing for no increase. Councilmember McGovern pointed out that the projection is also a cumulative increase of 37% up to 2016 which is over and above the 41%. MOTION: It was M/S by Thorne/Cook-Kallio to approve Consent Calendar as submitted. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers McGovern, Thorne, Mayor Hosterman Noes: None Absent: Councilmembers Cook-Kallio, Sullivan MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 11. Presentation by Ayn Wieskamp, Ward 5 Board Member, East Bay Regional Park District Ayn Wieskamp, Ward 5 Board Member, East Bay Regional Park District, discussed the Park District's work in adding just over 3,000 acres; 2,210 acres of which are in the Pleasanton Ridge. They have also received funds to assist in Measure WW which she briefly outlined, described work on funding and design of trails, Healthy Parks/Healthy People, and an upcoming event at Pt. Pinole in Richmond. 12. Recognition of Deborah Grossman, 2009 - 2011 Poet Laureate Councilmember McGovern introduced and recognized Deborah Grossman for her work as the City's Poet Laureate from 2009-2011 and described the many readings, programs, and accomplishments given to the City by Ms. Grossman during this time. Deborah Grossman provided outgoing comments and accepted a commendation from the Council. 13. Poetry reading by Cynthia Bryant, 2011-2013 Poet Laureate Councilmember McGovern introduced and recognized Cynthia Bryant, was the City's 4`h Poet Laureate from 2005 to 2007 who has volunteered to return. She provided a brief background of Ms. Bryant and asked her to read a poem to the community. Cynthia Bryant read a poem by Charlene Villella, the City's 1st Poet Laureate, called Momento. City Council Minutes Page 2 of 5 October 4, 2011