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<br />5. MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC <br /> <br />Lisa Adamos, Economic Development Specialist introduced police sergeant Michael <br />Collins. Sgt. Collins provided a brief presentation on the school valet program and that <br />approximately 180 school valets participate throughout the School District. He stated that these <br />students exhibit leadership and community character traits and presented commendations to <br />seven students who have exemplified leadership and to two outstanding adult volunteers. <br /> <br />Mr. Sullivan read the commendation for the students being recognized. <br /> <br />Mr. Doug Miller a Pleasanton resident, inquired about the Mayor's recent trip to the U.S. <br />Conference of Mayors. He questioned how the conference relates to community issues. <br /> <br />Mayor Hosterman commented on the trip and the regional work that occurs with several <br />other cities to achieve federal funding for local projects. <br /> <br />Shawn Copenhagen, Vice President of the Friends of Gingerbread Preschool, thanked <br />the City Council for its continued support to Gingerbread Preschool. She presented a $15,000 <br />check to the City of Pleasanton; $3000 is designated for parent education and teacher training, <br />and $12,000 is designated to a new play yard. The preschool will be celebrating 40 years next <br />year and is anticipating a celebration. <br /> <br />Mr. Fialho commented that at the June 20 Council meeting, the CIP budget will be <br />presented. Within the budget, funds will be set aside to begin the process for a new play <br />structure and play area design at Gingerbread Preschool. Funds will be allocated after costs <br />are better identified. <br /> <br />Mr. Jack Dove, Pleasanton resident, commented on his veteran background and that the <br />Pleasanton cemetery is a treasure with founders from the Valley area. In addition, there are <br />almost 500 veterans interned at the site. He considers this a community cemetery; it should not <br />be compared to other projects. He suggested that the City acquire both cemeteries and appoint <br />a separate management company, which would use volunteers to assist in the maintenance. <br />He urged the Council to move forward with this project. <br /> <br />Mayor Hosterman closed the meeting open to the public. <br /> <br />6. PUBLIC HEARINGS & OTHER MATTERS <br /> <br />6a(1l <br />ADDrove of Additional Fundina for Renovation of Donlon Elementary School Athletic <br />Fields (SR 06:161) <br /> <br />Jim Wolfe, Director of Parks and Community Services, presented the staff report. <br /> <br />Mr. Sullivan wanted to discuss how projects are prioritized. The Council's five priority <br />projects have been the focus but, now this is coming forward and it has been funded at <br />$500,000. He is struggling with how Council makes their decision and where the funds come <br />from. Many projects are coming in higher than expected. Many have been suggested to be <br /> <br />Pleasanton City Council <br />Minutes <br /> <br />4 <br /> <br />06/06/06 <br />