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There was discussion about neo-traditional design elements and-the various interpretations of what is neo-traditional. There will be a number of plans from various sources for the community to review. Ms. Micheloff was not in support of spending the money for the consultant. She is trying to work on a plan by walking the property and working with individuals. Ms. Dennis commended her for the work but felt it was appropriate to also hire an expert to assist. It was moved by Mr. Tarver, seconded by Ms. Dennis, to approve the staff recommendation to hire Calthorpe and Associates and to include the streetscape Task 6. Th~ roll Call vO~¢ was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers - Dennis, Pico and Mayor Tarver NOES: Councilmember Micheloff ABSENT: Councilmember Mohr ABSTAIN: None San Joaa_uin Rail Ms. Michelotti indicated she had attended a San Joaquin Rail Commission hearing which was very exciting. She described the proposed plan and the estimated cost of $12 million and the fact that it could be done within one year. She wanted to request a report from staff and Council discussion regarding the funding for this project. Mr. Pieo felt it more appropriate to direct the Congestion Management Agency representatives to continue to pursue this for funding on a county-wide basis. Mr. Tarver indicated this was discussed at the end of the last cycle of funding for the county transportation plan. One of the objections at the time was the way this came up at the last minute. CMA said it would consider it the next time and weigh it against other alternatives. There are other major projects competing for funds: 580/680 flyover, Highway 84, West DubllrdPleasanton BART station, etc. The question is what must be given up to establish the rail project. There are many issues such as, frequency of service, will it be used, a demonstration project. He agreed these issues will come to Council through its representative to CMA. tie also indicated there are no CMA funds left and the questions are where do new funds come from, when are priorities set, etc. He believed the CMA should address the issues. Ms. Dennis indicated there had been a long unpl~_~nt discussion about how the money would be spent because there was not enough. If Council asks CMA to change the previous priorities, there should be a discussion. 02/06/96 18