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MOTION: It was m/s by Cook-Kallio/McGovern to approve Consent Calendar with amendments. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Cook-Kallio, McGovern, Thorne, Mayor Hosterman Noes: None Absent: . Councilmember Sullivan MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 16. Legislative Update by Senator Mark DeSaulnier, 7th District Senator DeSaulnier explained the effects of the upcoming redistricting and provided the Council with a legislative update memorandum. He assured the Council and public that he would work to ensure as seamless a transition as possible. He introduced Senator Ellen Corbett and thanked her for allowing him to speak in front of her current district. 17. Presentation by Tulancingo Sister City Association Jorge Victoria, Pleasanton Tulancingo Sister City Association President, shared highlights from the recent 29l" anniversary visit to Tulancingo, Mexico. This year's delegation consisted of 17 Pleasanton residents, all of whom were warmly welcomed by their sister city. He extended personal greetings from Tulancingo's new Presidente and presented the Mayor with a sculpture, titled "Amistad del Corazon," from Tulancingo. 18. Removed from the agenda — Presentation of Sustainability Partners Awards 19. Proclamation of July 4, 2012 "Celebrating Freedom and its Evolution since the Revolution" Mayor Hosterman introduced Ward Belding and members of the Celebrating July 4`" organization. Mr. Belding introduced fellow members Jerry Long, Jack Dove and Les Damon. He urged all citizens to join them for a wonderful program starting at noon on the 41h at Wayside Park. On behalf of his colleagues, he thanked the Council for the proclamation. Mayor Hosterman read the proclamation. 20. Public Comment Greg Titus was introduced by the Mayor and then welcomed Voices in Harmony, Northern California's premier men's a cappella chorus, who provided a brief performance. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND OTHER MATTERS 21. a. Concurrent City Council / Library Board of Trustees item: Adopt a resolution accepting the 2012/13FY Mid-Term Operating Budget Director of Finance Wagner presented the Mid-Term Operating Budget update. She stated that while net revenues increased only $40,000 over original projections, many major changes occurred within individual categories. While the Hotel/motel tax, business license tax, and development revenues increased a total of nearly $1.1 million, the City experienced significant decreases in the following areas: Property tax revenues ($700,659), Recreation revenues, Interest earnings ($190,000), and Vehicle License Fees. The City experienced a Sales Tax revenue increase of nearly $800,000; however, this is offset by payments made to the City of Livermore for a reallocation of taxes collected in City Council Minutes Page 3 of 10 June 19,2012