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Frank Capilla stated he feels happy the City and PGS will still be doing business, together. He shared background on the company and its owners and commented on their contributions to the City. He thanked the City and PGS for all their years of service and dedication to the City. Bill Lenson shared his experience with the owners of PGS and noted they have been giving to the community for many years. He reported he is a member of the California Refuse and Recycling Council (CRRC) and stated the PGS operation is one of the best he has ever seen. He urged Council to consider PGS and what it has done for the community. Doug Miller commented positively on the community involvement by the owners of PGS. John Sensiba commented positively regarding the accomplishments and generosity of the owners of PGS. He addressed the negotiation process and expressed appreciation to staff for their work and creativity on this project. Mayor Thorne closed public comment. Councilmember Pentin thanked the speakers and agreed the City and PGS took great effort in reaching a solution. He noted it was important to find common ground and expressed concerns regarding organics and recycling, but believed there will be a solution to that, as well. Councilmember Olson was pleased with what has been agreed to and the fact the item will not go out for bid. Councilmember Brown commended PGS for coming to the table and stated they did not only become another business in the City but have been involved members of the community. She expressed appreciation for the bulk pickup and commented on the use of indices for price adjustments. Councilmember Narum congratulated the subcommittee for its work and commented positively that the City is extending the franchise agreement, without having to go back out to bid. She added residents will see a dramatic reduction to their garbage, will receive added services and addressed PGS's community participation. She thanked PGS and City staff for working on this project to find a mutually- beneficial solution. Mayor Thorne expressed his appreciation to PGS and the City and stated he was glad not to have to go back out to bid. The owners of PGS have been a part of the community and a part of its history. MOTION: It was m/s by Pentin/Olson authorizing staff to finalize a tentative Franchise Agreement with Pleasanton Garage Service to provide recycling and refuse services; authorizing the Subcommittee to working with staff on a new collection rate schedule and for staff to conduct a public bidding process to secure the services to process organic and recyclable material collected by PGS; approving a second amendment to the contract with HF&H Consultants, LLC in the amount of $149,600 to complete negotiations, conduct the public bidding process, and assist in completing the franchising process. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Narum, Olson, Pentin, Mayor Thorne Noes: None Absent: None 16. Presentation and discussion of the City's unfunded pension liabilities Director of Finance Tina Olson introduced and deferred to Consultant John Bartell for a report. City Council Minutes Page 5 of 10 December 19, 2017