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131 It was moved by Mr. Mercer, and seconded by Mr. Brandes, that a stop sign be installed at the intersection of Tawny Drive and Touriga Drive. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Brandes and Mayor Mercer NOES: Councilmembers Butler, Mohr and Tarver ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None The motion failed. 13. REPORTS OF THE CITY ATTORNEY Item 13a Proposed Amendments to the Pleasanton Municipal Code Concerninq Terms of Office for Elective Officials and Concerning Councilmembers' Runnin~ for Mayor Mr. Roush presented his report (SR 90:449) regarding the matter. Mr. Brandes stated that he had requested the amendments because he felt that anyone who commits himself to running for another office and loses in the election should not continue in office. Mr. Rick Dobbs, 3616 Portsmouth Court, commented that any elected official has the right to run for a higher post and that he would like the official to continue to serve should he lose for that higher post. Ms. Marcelline Mahern, 4364 Fairlands Drive, stated that experience has served well in the past and the opportunity for experienced Councilmembers to run for Mayor should be encouraged without the Councilmember losing his seat. Ms. Sharrell Michelotti, 7873 Olive Court, commended Mr. Brandes for his services to the City. She added that she agreed with Ms. Mahern's comments and inquired how a vacant Council seat would be filled if a Councilmember runs for Mayor and loses. Mr. Mercer replied that Council has the option of either appointing a new Councilmember or holding an election for the vacant seat. Mr. Brandes stated that the comments about experience are relevant and that nothing in the proposed ordinance precludes people with experience from running for a higher seat. - 33 - 11-20-90