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