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Vice-Mayor Brown acknowledged the value of the fire department to this community. She said she appreciated the sacrifices made in the previous contract and acknowledged that employees have accepted what are essentially only cost of living increases in this contract. She encouraged employees to remember and take advantage of the fact that their pension contributions can be used for things such as home purchases, college tuition and emergency medical expenses—all of which offer them a certain level of security while also protecting the city against greater liability to CaIPERS. Mr. Fialho acknowledged the efforts of Human Resources Manager Deborah Gill, who served as chief negotiator for the first time with this agreement. He thanked Ms. Yuan-Miu who, like Ms. Wagner will soon be vacating her position, for her leadership. He also acknowledged the many ways in which the fire employees contribute to this community including spearheading the Toys for Tots program each year, promoting cancer awareness through their foundation, providing scholarships and generally volunteering to improve the quality of life in the broader Tri Valley. MATTERS INITIATED BY COUNCIL COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Olson reported attending an orientation for new Council members and Mayors at the League of California Cities. Councilmember Pentin reported attending the League of California Cities Policy Committee meeting on Transportation, Public Works and Communication. Gas tax increases, which are being discussed at both the state and federal levels, were one of the primary topics. Decreasing gas consumption and falling prices has greatly reduced the amount of funding available to local jurisdictions, which are responsible for maintaining approximately 80% of all streets infrastructure throughout the state. There was also some discussion on the 811 — Call Before You Dig program and how its lack of use has become a concern for many communities throughout the state. Councilmember Narum reported attending a recent School District Liaison Committee meeting where the city provided an update on the East Pleasanton Specific Plan process. The District is updating its demographers report to reflect new projects and to account for changes in the East Side planning process. They also discussed use of the District's tennis courts and she felt there was an agreement to work together on making them more accessible to the public. A joint meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 27 to discuss the demographer's report and options for the East Side. Councilmember Pentin also reported that Bike PTown, the Tri Valley representative of Bike East Bay, is working with him and staff to arrange a local ride for those who are concerned and wish to be involved with bike safety in Pleasanton. The ride is scheduled for February 7`h, time to be determined. Vice-Mayor Brown reported that the Mayor is in Washington, DC with the other Mayors to lobby on behalf of the Tri Valley. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:28 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 submitted, Karen Diaz City Clerk City Council Minutes Page 12 of 12 January 20, 2015