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not a native species. She said there has been some discussion among botanists about the environmental damage non native species can inflict and wondered whether those impacts are taken into consideration when determining what to do with certain trees. Landscape Architect Mike Fulford explained that the focus is always on preserving as many large healthy trees as possible, regardless of species or native status. He acknowledged that eucalyptus trees in particular can become a problem when planted in mass, but said that one larger tree like this planted in the middle of the park should not be a concern. He assured the Council that every effort will be made to save as many of the parks' trees as possible. He also noted that the trees represented along the First Street planting strip are existing trees that will be preserved. Vice-Mayor Cook-Kallio asked what criteria staff uses when determining what types of tree to plant in a particular environment. Mr. Fulford said they consider the desired function of the tree as well as the maintenance required by that particular species. MOTION: It was m/s by Narum/Brown to direct staff to pursue preliminary Optior A. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Cook-Kallio, Narum, Pentin, Mayor Thorne Noes: None Absent: None MATTERS INITIATED BY COUNCIL Mayor Thorne requested and received Council support for putting together some sort of Council team for the Fireman's Muster on August 17, 2013. COUNCIL REPORTS Mayor Thorne said he would update staff on the latest League of California Cities Board meeting as well as provide copies of the agenda and minutes to any interested members of the Council. Councilmember Narum said she attended the recent Economic Vitality Committee workshop where they had a great discussion on identifying selling points for locating a business; in Pleasanton. The Committee will hold a formal meeting on Thursday. Mayor Thorne asked and staff confirmed that members of the Planning Commission are invited to attend the League's Planning Commission training program. Mr. Fialho stated that Commissioners are offered one conference per year, which is typically this training program or the local government commission. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. The Council extended a tribute to our nation's men and women serving in the military. We wish to honor the memories of those who have died in past wars in defense of our country, including those who have died in the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Respectfully submittec, Karen Diaz City Clerk City Council Minutes Page 13 of 13 July 16,2013