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Vice Mayor Pentin noted that, in terms of mass transit and having a fifteen-minute headway, ADUs do not count towards the City's Transit Network Components (TNC). Mr. Weinstein responded affirmatively, stated that follows State rules and noted that mass transit is government- run. Mr. Beaudin reported the State does not define "transit" in their legislation and staff used the City's General Plan in its definition of "transit", extracted the services provided and drafted an appropriate definition for "transit" to facilitate parking relief that come with ADUs. Staff also considered Santa Rita and the City's connection with Livermore as to TNCs. He added that "ride sharing" would relieve a lot of pressure. In response to Vice Mayor Pentin's question, Mr. Beaudin reported that City must submit a final code to the State for its approval. Basing the definition of"transit" on the General Plan is rational. Vice Mayor Pentin opened the public hearing. Angelina Summers reported there is an ADU being built in her neighborhood but she was not made aware of it because she lives within 300 feet of the project. She opined the neighborhood should decide whether they want these units in their area. Additionally, she reported that water is running in the ladies' restroom. Vice Mayor Pentin closed the public hearing. MOTION: It was m/s by Brown/Olson to introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2161 amending the Municipal Code to comply with State legislation for assessor (second) dwelling units. Councilmember Narum offered a friendly amendment to direct staff to return to the City Council and the Planning Commission within a year, with a summary of the status of ADUs relative to transit areas and whether there are any issues of concern. Councilmembers Brown and Olson agreed to accept the amendment. In response to Councilmember Brown's request Mr. Weinstein explained the current notification process according to the type of ADUs or JADUs. Mr. Beaudin asked whether City Council would accept the summary to be presented along with the City's annual housing report. Members of Council agreed with the request. Councilmember Narum stressed the need for the Planning Commission to review the summary as well. Councilmember Brown asked that the summary be presented in a manner that would be clearly understood by the layperson. Discussion followed regarding the City's notification practices. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Narum, Olson, Vice Mayor Pentin Noes: None Absent: Mayor Thorne City Council Minutes Page 5 of 8 April 18, 2017