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associated with a commission, it did not seem appropriate in this context nor would it satisfy the purpose as stated by Mr. Norman. She said she liked Option 4 for its flexibility, both in terms of membership and scope, and felt it supported the type of inclusive environment she would like to see. Councilmember McGovern said she has given this considerable thought, but still finds herself unprepared to make a decision. She acknowledged that there are a number of community organizations, including Pleasantonians for Peace that promote the various goals identified by Mr. Norman. She said she wished there were a larger organization within the community that looked at these as a whole rather than the compartmentalized approach that currently exists. She said she could not envision what the next steps of such a commission or committee would be. She could support a round table discussion or community meeting on the topic and believed the new Council deserves an opportunity to consider this in its priority setting exercise. Councilmember Cook-Kallio requested clarification on Option 4. Mr. Fialho explained that the City's role would be the same as that used with the Community of Character collaborative. The City would set up the documents that would allow the group to register as a non-profit and provide some legal support in regards to drafting its bylaws. Beyond that, the foundation would be self-administered by an elected or selected board, meet off site, establish its own agendas and execute its mission without City involvement. Councilmember Cook-Kallio asked and Mr. Fialho confirmed that a future Council could choose to interact with the foundation at a later date, if deemed appropriate. Councilmember Thorne said he agreed with the concept but noted that the City is still very much involved with the Community of Character collaborative. Given this, the next Council deserves the opportunity to examine this in the context of its other commitments and determine whether this stands out as a priority. Mayor Hosterman said she believed a good portion of the Pleasanton community has long hungered for an opportunity to have a voice in all things related to a more peaceful world, whether that means here in Pleasanton or beyond. She said she liked Option 4, which she did not believe would hamstring the next Council in any way, and thought the City should maintain some level of involvement with the newly birthed organization. She suggested the name "Foundation for Peace" and thought it could have the potential to lead to a full time commission. Councilmember Sullivan said that while not his preference, he could support Option 4, provided the City offer some limited outreach assistance. MOTION: It was M/s by Sullivan/Hosterman to approve Option 4 to Facilitate Creation of a Foundation with a Peace Based Focus, with limited outreach assistance to be provided by the City. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Cook-Kallio, Sullivan, Mayor Hosterman Noes: Councilmembers McGovern, Thorne Absent: None BREAK Mayor Hosterman called a brief recess at 8:55 p.m. and reconvened the regular meeting at 9:06 p.m. 12. Consideration of a General Plan Amendment to the Housing Element to Amend Program 9.1 and Background Section on Potential Governmental Constraints to Housing City Council Minutes Page 8 of 12 October 16,2012