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The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Dennis, Mohr, Pico, Scribner and Mayor Tarver --. NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Item 8e Le_t, lslation Concerning Multi-AgenCy Agr~ments Affecting Regional Resources (SR94:83) Mayor Tarver presented a summary of the staff report. Mr. Roush clarified that the intent of this discussion was not to concede that the City had acted illegally; it merely is to strengthen the authority of public agencies to enter into these kinds of agreements. Frank Neu, 18210 Carreel Drive, presented a letter addressed to the Hayward City Council that was requesting Hayward to withdraw from this MOU. He stated that Johan Klehs has introduced legislation to solve this problem. He pointed out that the taxpayers of Pleasanton would save money by withdrawing from the MOU. Larry Butler, 7325 Altura Place, Oakland, also spoke in opposition to the MOU. He stated that the other property owners feel that this MOU is illegal. He listed the reasons they are suing Pleasanton, Hayward and the County. Marie Cronin, 8989 Dublin Canyon Road, agreed with the previous speakers. She believed that the MOU was unconstitutional and illegal. She believed Pleasanton should control only what is within the city limits. Ms. Mohr asked for clarification on the staff recommendation. Mayor Tarver stated that the Attorney General' s opinion mentioned the lack of enabling legislation. He would like to pursue such legislation. Mr. Pico reminded the audience and Council that in November, 1993 this matter went to the voters of Pleasanton had approved general plan amendments for the Ridge. It was moved by Mr. Pico, and seconded by Ms. Dennis, authorizing staff to seek legislation clarifying the authority of local agencies to enter into a cooperative multi-agency agreement for regional planning. Ms. Mohr was unwilling to concede what she thought were Pleasanton's proper powers to another jurisdiction. She did not support the motion. 03/15/94 10