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Mr. Swift presented the staff report recommending the Planning Commission find the Draft Capital Improvement Program, as a whole and as individual projects, is consistent with the General Plan; and that the Commission recommend as the priorities for funding those projects identified in the Draft Program. He advised that Assistant City Manager Steven Bocian and Assistant Director of Public Works Roger Higdon were present to respond to questions. In response to Commissioner Hovingh's question, Mr. Higdon advised that a computer software program is utilized to rate and prioritize reconstruction and maintenance needs. Commissioner Wright asked for clarification regarding the fire track for the Presley, Garms, and Moiler developments which is shown as 'funded* in the report. Mr. I-Iigdon advised that the truck will not be purchased until funds are actually received. Commissioner Horan expressed concern about the 1992-93 revenue projections and the large reserve and questioned whether reserves build up in areas. Mr.. Bocian explained that reserves result primarily from beginning balances and that funding comes from those reserves. Mr. Bocian advised that the City has recently instituted a water replacement fund and also a sewer fund program. Commissioner Horan asked a number of questions related to the accounting aspects of the. Capital Improvement Program. Commissioner Michelotti asked if the General Fund contribution on page 6 is consistent with ~ous experience. Mr. Bocian stated that the General Fund transfer has been reduced, but reflects the Gen~ Fund money that has been needed in the past. Commissioner Horan stated that he would like to see the expenditure of funds for the Arroyo Trail System to be coordinated with the priorities established txy the Centennial Committee, which recommend the trail begin near the Pleasanton Hotel and Cheese Factory. Mr. Swift responded to Commissioner McGuirk's question regarding how numbers are calculated for determining revenue resulting from construction activity stating they are based on a modified scenario. Commissioner Mahem aslaxi about the plan for Main Street, Mr. Higdon advised that funds have been allocated for the street reconslruction project as if there were no Task Force. He added that on May 6 a presentation will be made to the Design Review Board on the Task Force's proposal and this will include information related to costs. Commissioner Hovingh expressed concern about unknown additional costs that may be associated with inst~lling the sewer line on Main Street and about closing the street for a long time. Mr. Higdon stated that all work will be coordinated with PG&E and other April 22, 1992 ~9