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35 The roll ea/l vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Dennis, Mohr, Pieo, Scribner and Mayor Tarver NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7:30 p.m. 12. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Pleasanton Railroad Association Ed Churlca with Pleasanton Railroad Association extended an invitation for the Tenth Annual Tulancingo Sister City Train Ride from Sunol. Mr. Churka then referred to the agenda of September 7, 1993 and asked for clarification of Council's request for further public hearings. He reviewed the history of the project since 1991 and all the public hearings that have been held before the Park and Recreation Commission and the Planning Commission. The Railroad Association was led to believe it could procad with organizing a corporation. He further indicated staff recommended that he proceed with the environmental impact report and they are doing that with Alameda County as the lead agency. Funding questions were raised, so they have proceeded to apply for ISTEA funds under the Historical Preservation Act. In order to proceexi, Mr. Churka indicated the Association must have a public agency take responsibility. He indicated the Association had received a favorable rating in April 1993 but there were no funds available. A second application is being prepared and it is critical that the City adopt the resolution requested. Without City support, the entire project is in jeopardy. If the City wants another public hearing, he urged that it be as soon as possible. There was discussion regarding the date to schedule the hearing. Mr. Swift explained that in order to give finai City approval, it is necessary to have design review and use permit approval, depending on the final details of the plan. If the Planning Commission approves, the decision can be appealed. The staff has been waiting until the County finishes its environmental study in order to use its material. Ms. Seribner indicated the route of the train has never been discussed. 09/21/93 5