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Landscape Architect Gruber confirmed three of the playgrounds at Ken Mercer Park are already scheduled to be renovated. The public hearing resumed due to a technical issue with a speaker being resolved. Stephanie Rauscher expressed her support for the item. She noted Patelco Park has extensive parking issues and agrees it would be challenging. Mayor Thorne closed the public hearing. Councilmember Pentin expressed his support for the item and noted it is overdue for Pleasanton. He motioned to approve the item. Councilmember Testa commented it would have been a wonderful addition to Patelco when it was built but supports the decision to place the all-abilities playground at Ken Mercer Sports Park and seconded Councilmember Pentin's motion. Councilmember Narum expressed her support for the item and feels it is a logical progression from the Sunflower Hill Development. Councilmember Brown expressed her support for the item and noted Pleasanton is an all-inclusive community. Mayor Thorne expressed his support for the item. MOTION: It was m/s by Pentin/Testa to approve staff's recommendation to begin the design process for an all-abilities playground at Ken Mercer Sports Park. Motion passed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Brown, Pentin, Testa, Narum, Mayor Thorne Noes: None Absent: None MATTERS INITIATED BY COUNCIL In response to Councilmember Brown's inquiry, City Manager Fialho explained Parks Maintenance Superintendent Brandon Stewart maintains the Lions Wayside Park and is also the Arborist who oversaw the analysis that led to the conclusion associated with the tree's removal. He noted Parks Maintenance Superintendent Stewart consulted with an outside Arborist who agreed the tree is diseased and will be removed this week. Landscape Architect Gruber reported the tree has been monitored for years and the hazards and liability outweigh the benefits itself. He reported the plan is to take a cut of the tree and keep it at Alviso Adobe Park to acknowledge its history in Pleasanton and will also try to make some benches out of the wood. Councilmember Narum reported her attendance at the Tri-Valley Mayors' Summit and noted there are over 100 years of collective service from the outgoing Mayors. Councilmember Testa requested agendizing face mask enforcement. Mayor Thorne seconded the request. The request failed for a lack of a third. COUNCIL REPORTS - None ADJOURNMENT—The meeting adjourned at 9:36 p.m. City Council Minutes Page 8 of 9 September 1. 2020