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also a small addition in back of the house to expand one of the areas for eating and gathering, so the rest of the house could be used for lodging families. Ms. Ayala was concerned about spending so much for renovation, when it is not known if there are funds for continued operation of the facility. She was concerned that if the house does have to go back onto the market, that the agencies would not get their money back. Ms. Michelotti said a piece of property that is not maintained will indeed cost a lot in the long run. But the improvements proposed will make this operation more efficient. Mr. Wolfe said there are additional improvements necessary for the appearance. The neighbors in the area of the shelter have been supportive over the years and it is important to make the facility an inviting asset to the neighborhood because of their support. There are play areas in the back, and fencing and landscaping issues that need to be addressed. Mayor Pico felt Council will have to deal with operating issues. He felt strongly that this valuable asset needed to be protected for this region. He was confident that an inter-regional cooperation with the County, cities, and non-profit organizations will make it possible to find the operating funds to keep the facility going. Ms. Ayala asked how many people are served by this facility. Mr. Wolfe said last year 150 people were assisted and there was a waiting list. Mayor Pico invited public testimony. There were no speakers. Ms. Michelotti said that since this facility was recently closed, the churches in Livermore and Pleasanton have been working to provide a place for families to come for assistance. She said she had carefully reviewed this situation and felt the overriding consideration was that if this facility is lost, it will be very difficult to find another location that would be as accepted by the neighborhood. It was moved by Ms. Michelotti, seconded by Ms. Dennis, to adopt Resolution No. 02-017, authorizing the City of Pleasanton to join with the City of Livermore and the County of Alameda to purchase and rehabilitate a family crisis shelter in Livermore. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers - Ayala, Campbell, Dennis, Michelotti, and Mayor Pico NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Ms. Ayala wanted to make certain there was accountability and records for the operation of this facility. Pleasanton City Council 23 02/05/02 Minutes