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THE CITY OF 13 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT pL'EASANTON. September 6, 2011 Economic Development TITLE: APPROVE A PROCESS FOR COORDINATING PARTICIPATION ON AN AD HOC DOWNTOWN HOSPITALITY GUIDELINES TASK FORCE SUMMARY The City Council is being asked to consider and approve a process for coordinating participation on an ad hoc Downtown Hospitality Guidelines Task Force. This task force will develop a set of guidelines that addresses key elements in creating a positive and responsible environment for downtown vitality, including consistency in hours of operation for venues, allowance of indoor and outdoor music, and acceptable noise levels. RECOMMENDATION Approve the formation of an 11 member ad hoc Downtown Hospitality Guidelines Task Force comprised of two members from the City Council, two members from the Planning Commission, two members appointed by the Pleasanton Downtown Association Board of Directors, and five Pleasanton residents to carry out the task as set forth in this report. City Council and Planning Commission representatives will be selected from their body's members. The Pleasanton Downtown Association Board of Directors will appoint two representatives from among its membership. The Pleasanton residents will be selected through the City's normal application and selection process, whereby the Mayor and each City Council member make one selection to the task force. FINANCIAL STATEMENT While the process is being lead by City staff, there are some costs associated with developing the guidelines. Professional services related to reviewing and defining noise levels along with costs related to preparing for and holding the public meetings should not exceed $22,500 and funding is provided in the Planning Department's 2011/12 FY Budget.