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Joe Cravotta reported the project would address all the concerns relative to landscaping and adds value to the neighborhood. He addressed his qualifications and experience and noted he has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. Mr. Cravotta stated the applicant has worked closely with staff and reported a condition requiring parking in the garage, noting the Robles's are clearing it out. Mayor Thorne closed the public hearing. Councilmember Brown noted the house is currently approximately 1600 square feet and asked regarding the number of existing bedrooms. Associate Planner Luchini reported the house currently, has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Councilmember Brown stated neighbors are concerned with the number of people coming and going now. Councilmember Pentin referenced the tree report and asked if the City has agreed. Associate Planner Luchini responded, affirmatively. Councilmember Pentin stated the project needs more time to be vetted. Councilmember Brown thanked the public for attending and noted the importance of public feedback but noted some of the comments received cannot be used in Council's decision process. She expressed concern with the scale of the proposed project and stated when the two heritage trees are removed, it will increase the visual impact to neighborhood. She appreciated the applicant wanting to improve their home, but did not believe this is a good project for the neighborhood. She hoped the applicant will improve the plans, landscape the site and make it a project which the neighbors will also be proud of. Mayor Thorne agreed with Councilmember Brown's comments and stated the Planning Commission made the right decision. His primary concerns are massing and parking and Mayor Thorne noted support for the motion. MOTION: It was m/s Pentin/Olson to adopted and waive full reading of Resolution No. 17-968 upholding the Planning Commission decision denying a Design Review to convert an existing unconditioned loft into an approximately 720 -square -foot second -story addition and to increase the roof height of the existing residence from 20 feet to 25 feet. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Olson, Pentin, Mayor Thorne Noes: None Absent: Councilmember Narum 9. Introduction of proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Pleasanton and the Pleasanton Police Officers' Association for term of June 1, 2017 through May 31, 2020 City Manager Nelson Fialho introduced the item, addressed the terms and process and reported final approval will be scheduled for the next meeting, pending Council's action, tonight. Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations Debra Gill presented the staff report addressing details of the MOU between the City and the Police Officers' Association. She presented background, key elements of the tentative agreement, other proposed changes, and staff recommendations. Mayor Thorne invited comments from the public. City Council Minutes Page 7 of 9 October 3, 2017