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Councilmember Balch expressed support for item 10 and noted he is happy to support the adoption of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for AFSCME Local 955. He expressed concern that item 13 is duplicative with existing state law. He a strongly believes that gun owners have a duty and a burden to the community to exercise responsible gun ownership including safely securing firearms. He noted it is critical to keep guns away from children and adults who should be prohibited from possessing a firearm. He noted if a gun is stolen, residents should report it immediately. Councilmember Testa expressed support for approving the ordinance. She advised it sends an important message and tightens the law and noted unsecured guns pose a significant health and safety risk to residents. Councilmember Narum is pleased to support the MOU between the City and AFSCME Local 955 for a new three-year contract. She believes the timing is great given the recent review of the community satisfaction survey that gave high praise to the ongoing dedication of City staff throughout the pandemic and in many cases far better than other cities. Councilmember Arkin explained the purpose of the gun storage ordinance is to bridge the gap in state law and to define what safe storage means in Pleasanton. Mayor Brown expressed support for the MOU between the City and AFSCME Local 955 and thanked them for negotiating in good faith. She noted it is fair to all parties and looks forward to the continued good relationship moving forward. She reported the state law does not apply to gun owners who do not have children. She explained the hazard can occur with visiting children. She advised residents can obtain a free gun trigger lock through PPD or purchase a container for safe and secure gun storage. She expressed support for the ordinance. City Council 1. Proclaimed November 14-20, 2021, as United Against Hate Week 2. Approved and authorized Mayor Brown to execute third amendment to employment contract of City Attorney Daniel Sodergren to provide a $2,100 monthly salary adjustment City Attorney 3. Adopted by minute order the findings regarding public health related to the COVID-19 pandemic to support continued virtual public city meetings per Resolution No. 21-1249 City Manager 4. Public Hearing: Adopted and waived second reading of Ordinance No. 2226 adding a new Chapter 9.23 Organics Reduction and Recycling to the Municipal Code, adopting by reference the Alameda County Waste Management Authority Organics Reduction and Recycling Ordinance 2021-02 and adopting conforming amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 9.20 and 9.22 and Sections 20.26.20, 20.26.050 and 20.26.070 5. Approved meeting minutes of September 7, 2021 Community Development 6. Actions of the Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission 7. Adopted and waived full reading of Resolution No. 21-1253 approving a Preannexation Agreement with Zolu LLC for a sanitary sewer connection for an existing residence with a failing City Council Minutes Page 3 of 19 November 2, 2021