Month 1999.11 November.


Day 1999.11.09CC



CITY OF VACAVILLE
City Council Minutes
November 9, 1999


    A meeting of the City Council of the City of Vacaville was held at the City Council Chambers, 650 Merchant Street, November 9, 1999.  Mayor Fleming called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m. (Redevelopment Agency meeting held prior to this meeting.)

1.    ROLL CALL
Present:    Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood, and Mayor Fleming
Absent:    None
Others Present:    City Manager John Thompson, City Attorney Charles O. Lamoree and City Clerk Kathy Andronico

2.    Pastor Dave Patterson, The Father’ s Church, gave the INVOCATION and Council member Augustine led the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3.    APPROVAL OF AGENDA –  Mayor Fleming asked if there were any additions or deletions to the agenda. Council member Clancy, seconded by Council member Slade made a motion “ to approve the agenda as written.”   Motion unanimously approved.

4.    APPROVAL OF MINUTES  -    Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council member Augustine made a motion “ to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 26, 1999, as submitted.”   Motion unanimously approved.

5.    PRESENTATIONS

A.    VETERAN’ S HEALTH CARE IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA INCLUDING NEW VA CLINIC AT TRAVIS AFB –  LARRY JANES AND LORE CATANIA
Kelli Eberle acknowledge the Vacaville core team who worked diligently to bring the Clinic to Travis AFB, and then introduced Department of Veterans’  Affairs staff Lore Catania and Larry Janes.  Ms. Catania and Mr. Janes showed slides and offered information concerning development of the clinic.

B.    “ AMERICA THANKS YOU”  VETERANS DAY CARD PROJECT –  KELLI EBERLE
Kelli Eberle thanked those who participated in the project and Mayor Fleming presented a proclamation.

C.    POODLE RESCUE RECOGNITION
Director of Humane Animal Services Bonnie Marks told about a recent “ poodle rescue” involving 77 dogs that were found living in a Vacaville home under deplorable conditions.  She commended the many City employees and others who were involved in the rescue effort.  Ms. Marks also talked about the City’ s assistance with a recent rescue of a valuable bird from the Elmira Cemetery.  Awards were presented to all involved.

6.    CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Fleming asked if anyone on the Council or in the audience wanted to remove an item from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.  Council member Clancy asked that Item 6d be removed for separate discussion.  Council member Augustine, seconded by Council member Slade, made a motion “ to adopt the ordinance and resolutions, except Item 6d."  Motion approved by the following vote:

AYES:    Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood and Mayor Fleming
NOES:    None
ABSENT:    None

A.    Resolution  No. 1999-139 - RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT ON CITY STREET –  NUT TREE ROAD

B.    Resolution No. 1999-140 - RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT ON CITY STREET –  NUT TREE PARKWAY

C.    Resolution No. 1999-141 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR –  1999 ASPHALT CONCRETE OVERLAY

D.    APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF VACAVILLE AND THE VACAVILLE MANAGERS ORGANIZATION, LOCAL #1 – Removed for separate discussion.

Item 6d -    APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF VACAVILLE AND THE VACAVILLE MANAGERS ORGANIZATION, LOCAL #1
Council member Clancy commended the Local 1 negotiating team and the City’ s negotiating team on the contract, and offered her support for organized labor.  Mayor Fleming asked for public comment and none was noted.  Council member Clancy, seconded by Vice Mayor Wood, made a motion “ to approve the compensation plan for the Vacaville Managers Organization, Local #1.”   Motion unanimously approved.

7.    BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
Larry Killen, owner of Harmony Framing, commented on three issues: Speeding on Parker Street, wrong way drivers on the one-way street, and left turns being made from the right hand lane.  He commented on the recent death of Sacramento Mayor Joe Serna.

Carlos Trevino asked for a moment of silence in remembrance of Vacaville resident Paul Tamburello and Vice Mayor Wood asked that the meeting be adjourned in his memory.

Donna Harr commented on the Solano Steelheads event held at Stars Recreation.  She stated it was one more star in Vacaville’ s cap and added to the excitement Vacaville is currently experiencing.

Recess was taken from 8:22 –  8:35 p.m.

8.    PUBLIC HEARING

A.    ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE DOWNTOWN VACAVILLE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (First Reading)
In accordance with the procedures set for establishing a Downtown Vacaville Business Improvement District (BID), Mayor Fleming asked if there were any further protests to be submitted to the City Clerk prior to opening the issue for discussion.  No protests were presented.

Director Learned described the process for forming a BID and stated that the next step in the process is to hold a public hearing and first reading of the ordinance.  He noted that during the first public meeting, the Council raised several concerns after the public comment portion of the meeting.  Director Learned then reviewed benefit districts Zone A and Zone B and the rate schedules for each.  He explained the fee for salon-type workers who are required to pay as independent contractors and the real estate agents who do not obtain separate business licenses, but work for a licensed real estate company.  In consideration of the concerns raised earlier, Director Learned recommended that the beauticians’  and independent contractors’  fee be reduced from what was originally recommended.  He advised that a “ draft”  business plan has been provided to the Council and that if the BID is formed, a more detailed work plan and budget would be adopted and presented as part of the contract arrangement between the City and the BID.

Council asked if there was a requirement to have two separate zones, if there was a sunset for the BID, and the process to be followed should the current Coordinator of the DVBA leave the position.  Staff advised that there is no legal requirement for two separate zones, the Zone A and Zone B were recommended by the DVBA based on the perceived benefit each business owner would receive.  It was also stated that the BID must be renewed each year and that if budget projections indicate an increase is needed, then the Council would be required to go through the entire process used when initially forming the BID.  The City Attorney advised that if the current coordinator were to leave, there would be a Board in place to oversee the operation and the Board would have the responsibility of replacing the Coordinator.

Mayor Fleming opened the public hearing.

The following people presented public testimony in support of the formation of the Business Improvement District. Larry Killen, Harmony Framing; Gordon Kaiser, Community On-line; Yolanda Addiego, owner of the Opera House; John Bowman, Bowman’ s Stationers; Attorney Tom Thurmond, Ginger Norman, G. Norman Hair; Mike and Barbara Swartz, owners of Past and Presents; Jolyn Moiseff, Coast Radio at KUIC; Gary Tatum, Chamber of Commerce; Zella Ochs, Marks Growing Center; Steve Lowry, Heilig Meyers; Joanne Osborne, Simply Sonlight; Sue Addiego, Café Bacci; Gary Montgomery, co-owner of the Flower House, and Bob Tooke, owner of Merchant & Main Restaurant.  Some speakers encouraged business owners who are skeptical about its formation to become active members in the BID and perhaps serve on the Board of Directors.  It was pointed out that the cost would not exceed $1/day, which is a very small price to pay to assure the future success of the downtown, and that if after one year, there was no measurable benefit, the BID could be dissolved if a majority agreed.  The benefits of less costly advertising, health benefits, and organized marketing were also discussed.  It was stated that formation of the BID was the ultimate in democracy, because members can attend the meetings to voice their opinions, the downtown merchants will have strength in numbers, and it will be a united group responsible for what businesses do.

Laura Cole Rowe, Director of the Davis Downtown Business Improvement District, talked about the success Davis has had since forming their BID.  She stated that it is a good opportunity to market the downtown to people going into a new business.  She advised that awareness of the downtown and the opportunities available is half the key to a successful vital downtown.

The following people presented public testimony opposing formation of the Business Improvement District.  Carlos Trevino, Telefax International; Vacaville resident Lou Derfuss; Keith Packer, owner of the Glass Doctors on Davis Street; and Wayne Teeters, Café Carmel. They expressed concern that membership in the BID was not voluntary, did not feel an adequate business plan and advertising had been provided prior to the public hearing, questioned the legality of the assessments, and felt that further study needed to be done prior to its formation.  Some speakers felt that local government should not be involved in private business, and there were questions about the consequences for non-payment.

Vice Mayor Wood asked about the percentage of protest votes received.  The City Clerk advised that a 19% written protest vote was received as of this public hearing.

Council member Augustine asked staff to tabulate the percentage of letters received in support of the BID prior to the second reading.  He also asked if letters of protest would be accepted prior to the second reading of the ordinance.  The City Attorney advised that letters of protest must be received at this hearing and will not be accepted after the first reading of the ordinance, should the Council vote to introduce the ordinance to form the district.  With regard to questions about non-payment, the City Attorney stated that he would review the BID regulations and suggested that it may mean that property could be liened.

With no further public testimony, Mayor Fleming closed the hearing.

The City Council reviewed individual reasons for supporting formation of the BID, noting that the BID would be in effect for one year and reviewed for possible renewal at that time.  They also talked about the importance of the business owners involving themselves in order to assure its success.

Council member Slade, seconded by Council member Clancy made a motion “ to introduce the ordinance forming the Downtown Vacaville Business Improvement District with the rate structure modified to reduce the fee to be paid by beauty/barber and independent contractors within salons to $30 per year in Zone A and $25 per year in Zone B.”   Motion unanimously approved.

Recess taken from 10:35 –  10:45 p.m.

The title of the ordinance, “ Ordinance Establishing the Downtown Vacaville Business Improvement District,”  was read by the City Clerk and introduced by Council member Slade.

Council member Clancy, seconded by Council member Slade made a motion “ to move Item 9c forward and entertain testimony at this time.”   Motion unanimously approved.

B.    RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF THE OLD ROCKY ESTATES INTO THE BROWNS VALLEY PARK LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICTS AND ORDERING LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000-01
The City Manager reviewed the staff report for the record, noting that annexing into the existing landscaping and lighting districts is a condition of the final map for Old Rocky Estates.

Mayor Fleming opened and closed the public hearing with no public comment noted.  Council member Clancy, seconded by Council member Slade made a motion “ to adopt the subject resolution.” Resolution No. 1999-142, “ Resolution Approving the Annexation of the Old Rocky Estates into the Browns Valley Park Landscaping and Lighting Districts and Ordering Levy of Assessments for Fiscal Year 2000-01,”  was approved by the following vote:

AYES:    Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood and Mayor Fleming
NOES:    None
ABSENT:    None

C.    RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF VACAVILLE GENERAL PLAN
Director of Community Development Ron Rowland explained that adoption of the proposed resolution would complete a technical update of the City’ s 1990 General Plan.  He reiterated that it is just a technical update incorporating revised factual information in the General Plan, however there are no policy changes.  He stated that the purpose of the update is to maintain a legally sufficient General Plan. Director Rowland stated that General Plan review for executive housing, a new Housing Element, and an update to the master plans for water, sewer and roads would be forthcoming.

Council member Augustine expressed concerns about the update and felt that the Transportation Element should be reviewed. Director Rowland advised that the current schedule envisions addressing the Transportation Element within the next 1-2 years.  The City Manager explained that during the Strategic Plan discussion, Council decided how to phase the General Plan.  It was decided that the technical details of the General Plan would be done first to assure that the General Plan is in conformance with current realities.  Then staff will proceed with the major infrastructure aspects –  water, sewer and roads.  He suggested a study session may be helpful in order to review the schedule and make alterations if the Council so desires.   Vice Mayor Wood asked about the established timeline to address policy issues.  Staff recommended approval of the technical amendments to the General Plan, which would facilitate moving forward with executive housing considerations, and perhaps reviewing the policy issues sooner, if so directed by Council.  Council member Augustine reiterated his desire to have a study session concerning traffic circulation and stated he did not want to delay the Transportation Element discussion for two years.

Mayor Fleming opened the public hearing.  James Williams stated he had attended the Strategic Plan discussion meetings and agreed that it should be reviewed sooner than recommended by staff.  Mayor Fleming closed the public hearing.

Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council member Clancy made a motion “ to adopt the Negative Declaration for the project finding that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment, and to adopt the resolution approving the amendments to the General Plan.”   Motion unanimously approved.  Resolution No. 1999-143, “ Resolution Approving Amendments to the City of Vacaville General Plan,”  was approved by the following vote:

AYES:    Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood and Mayor Fleming
NOES:    None
ABSENT:    None

D.    ORDINANCE RE-NUMBERING TITLE 14, LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE, OF THE VACAVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADMINISTRATIVE TEXT CHANGES RELATED TO THE RE-NUMBERING
The City Manager reviewed the staff report, noting that the proposed ordinance addresses some administrative adjustments to Title 14 of the Municipal Code, mostly to accommodate the City’ s software for codification.

Mayor Fleming opened and closed the public hearing with no public comment noted.

Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council member Clancy made a motion “ to introduce the subject ordinance.”   The title of the ordinance, “ Ordinance Renumbering Title 14, Land Use and Development Code, of the Vacaville Municipal Code, and administrative text change related to the renumber,”  was read by the City Clerk and introduced by Vice Mayor Wood.

E.    RESOLUTIONS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VACAVILLE TO APPROVE THE SALE AND PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VACAVILLE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE BATARSE FAMILY TRUST FOR THE SALE OF 5.1 + ACRE (134-480-010) AND A PORTION OF 134-480-020 PIECE OF THE AUTO CENTER TO THE ANTHONY A. BATARSE TRUST -  Continued to November 23, 1999

    9.    BUSINESS

A.    COMMISSION ON AGING
The City Manager advised that the Commission on Aging selected the second Wednesday of each month, 1:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber as the day, time, and place to hold their regular meetings.  The Vacaville Municipal Code requires that this be set by resolution.  He also explained that staff recommends a monthly stipend of $40/month, which is consistent with the Community Services Commission.  In making this recommendation, staff noticed that the Housing and Redevelopment Commission, which also meets once per month, has a monthly stipend of $25.  Therefore, it is staff recommendation that the Council consider raising that Commission’ s stipend to $40 to make it consistent with the other Council Commissions.

Mayor Fleming asked for public comment and none was noted.

Council member Slade, seconded by Council member Clancy made a motion “ to adopt the subject resolution and to consider increasing the Housing and Redevelopment Commission stipend from $25/month to $40/month at the next Council meeting.”   Resolution No. 1999-144, “ Resolution Setting the Day, Time, and Place for the Commission on Aging Regular Meetings, and Setting a Monthly Stipend,”  was approved by the following vote:

AYES:    Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood and Mayor Fleming
NOES:    None
ABSENT:    None

B.    STRATEGIC PLAN –  STATUS REPORT
Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council member Clancy made a  motion “ to continue this discussion to the meeting of November 23, 1999.”   Motion unanimously approved.  Council member Slade suggested that it be placed earlier on the next agenda.

C.    JEPSON PARKWAY/RELIEVER ROUTE (Issue heard following Item 8a)
The City Manager reviewed the staff report for the record, pointing out that at its meeting of September 14, the City Council voted (3-2) to direct staff to initiate a General Plan amendment to reduce Leisure Town Road from the planned six-lanes to four-lanes, and to work with the Solano Transportation Authority (STA) on a new two-lane road east of Leisure Town Road.  He noted that the purpose of the road was to carry through-traffic away from the homes that back up to Leisure Town Road.  The City Manager stated that staff has had committee meetings and some information discussions with STA about the proposed two-lane bypass and the feedback was generally negative.  Because of staff’ s discussion with STA, and the possibility that they would not approve the alternative as discussed, staff began looking at other alternatives which would meet the goals of the Jepson Parkway project, as well as the needs of area residents.  The City Manager then reviewed the new alternative:  repositioning a new four-lane Leisure Town Road to the east to provide a better buffer to the homes that back up to it.  He stated that this would allow enhanced landscaping and a sidewalk/bicycle path which would also be separated by more landscaping from the face-of-curb.  He stated that staff presented the concept to a gathering of residents at the home of Ernie Tuftt on October 27, and to a larger group at the Christian Life Center on November 4. The City Manager advised that an overwhelming majority supported the new concept.  He asked that the City Council direct staff to propose the redesigned four-lane proposal to the STA Board at their meeting on November 10.

Council member Augustine asked if Leisure Town Road would be a four-lane road or the reliever route. He also asked about removing truck traffic from Leisure Town Road.  The City Manager explained that staff is currently working on an ordinance to eliminate large truck traffic on Leisure Town Road, however he pointed out that the City cannot exclude local truck deliveries.  He then talked about other safety-type improvements that were discussed with the neighborhood representatives, like building a masonry sound wall where the Arbor Oaks subdivision abuts Leisure Town Road, reducing speeds and adding traffic signals, additional street lighting, etc.  The City Manager stated that while the City does not currently have funding for all the safety improvements, obtaining funding from STA for some of the improvements would be desirable.  Council member Slade, who also serves as the City’ s representative on the STA and is currently Chair, stated that she has met with some of the executive board and the initial response regarding the new alternative has been much more favorable than with the bypass as originally suggested. Council member Augustine asked why the STA did not support the original concept and she noted that the Board felt the bypass might be growth inducing.  Council member Clancy noted that there was also concern about land acquisition costs associated with the original concept.  The City Manager added that the STA also questioned whether the bypass would be utilized since the bulk of the traffic on Leisure Town Road is local traffic.

Mayor Fleming asked for public comment.

Gary Tatum, representing the Vacaville Chamber of Commerce, stressed the importance of the City moving forward with an acceptable alternative so that funding would also be available to improve the Leisure Town Road overpass, which would be important to the industrial parks as well.

Ernie Tuftt, resident on Leisure Town Road, read a prepared letter from Theodore R. Bynum, Jr., Consensus Chairperson for Families for Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods (the group that met with staff regarding their concerns about Leisure Town Road as a reliever route). The letter supported the alternative previously explained by staff and set forth 11 components1 1 Mr. Bynum’ s letter listing the 11 components, with clarification notes from the City Manager, is incorporated into this permanent record as Exhibit A (see page 6).  which should be included in the future planning for Leisure Town Road.  Mr. Tuftt stated that he would be willing to do what he can to support the plan when it is presented before the STA on November 10.  Charlie Thorpe who lives on Leisure Town Road near the golf course, was pleased with the new plan and applauded staff’ s efforts.  He felt the planned traffic signal at Sequoia would be helpful and the increased landscaping would be beneficial to the area.  Stonegate resident Frank Weber advised he attended the neighborhood meeting and stated that, for safety, if nothing else, it is inevitable that Leisure Town Road will be expanded to four lanes.  He felt that the landscape buffer proposed would reduce the noise level and offered his support for the proposal. Nick Papin advised that he lives on the corner of Leisure Town Road and Elmira, near the industrial park. He stated that if Leisure Town Road is realigned it may come very close to his home and asked to be included in any land acquisition discussions.  The City Manager stated that the realignment of Leisure Town Road is conceptual at this point, but meetings will be held with the property owners on the east side. James Williams supported the concept and the removal of large truck traffic from Leisure Town Road.  He also stated that he likes the name “ Leisure Town Road”  better than renaming it Jepson Parkway.  Larry Greenslade supported Mr. Bynum’ s letter and expressed concern for residents on the east side of Leisure Town Road.  He stated that Leisure Town Road should not be designated as the reliever route without at least the quality of improvements previously mentioned.

There were no further public comments.

The City Council asked questions about the ensuing process, the use of federal funding for City streets, and what local authority would be retained.  Concern was expressed about Mr. Papin’ s request as well as the preservation of a large tree that was planted many years ago on the corner of Elmira Road.  Staff advised that the alternative concept will be presented to the STA on November 11.  If approved by the Board, the plan will go into a concept plan for further presentation to the Board in January.  An Environmental Impact Review process will begin and once that starts, the concept will be locked in.  Staff noted that there will be several opportunities for Council to review the design as it progresses.  The City Manager advised that even if federal funding is used, the local jurisdiction has the authority to oversee traffic control signals, etc.  The City Manager cautioned that approval does not mean the realigned Leisure Town Road will get built right away, as it will come up for funding in 2002.

Council member Slade, seconded by Vice Mayor Wood made a motion “ to direct staff to propose to the STA’ s study process the redesigned four-lane Leisure Town Road option rather than the bypass concept, and to include Mr. Bynum’ s comments, including the City Manager’ s comments that are highligted, in the planning.”   Motion unanimously approved.

10.    REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER
The City Manager advised that staff held an EOC exercise on November 3, coordinated by Fire Chief Moore.  He stated that the exercise disclosed some needed procedural adjustments and additional needed equipment.  He stated that he would provide the Council with an overview of the plan, as well as a description of the Council’ s role during an emergency.

The City Manager noted that November 16 is a regularly scheduled study session and asked if the Council would like to take advantage of this date.  The consensus was that no study session would be scheduled on November 16.

11.    REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
The City Council members provided information regarding recently attended meetings/events, as well as upcoming fundraisers.  Staff was asked to prune trees on Parker Street so people can more easily see the Community Clinic entrance.

A.    MILLENNIUM-SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE
Mayor Fleming asked that each Council member nominate at least two citizens to serve on the Millennium-Sesquicentennial Committee.  He envisioned that the committee would coordinate events similar to those celebrated during the City’ s 100th birthday, like a logo for the Sesquicentennial, public art project, and some type of public celebration.  He stated he would be preparing a letter to send to every organization who might be interested in participating on the committee.  Vice Mayor Wood suggested that the Council members not be limited to two citizens and the Council agreed.  Mayor Fleming asked that the names be submitted to the City Clerk.

12.    PAYMENT OF CLAIMS –  Council member Clancy, seconded by Vice Mayor Wood made a motion “ to order the payroll register dated October 29, 1999, and check register dated November 5, 1999 paid.”   Motion unanimously approved.

13.    CLOSED SESSION –  None

14.    ADJOURNMENT –  There being no further business before the City Council, Mayor Fleming adjourned the meeting at 12:20 a.m., November 10, 1999, in memory of Paul Tamburello.

Respectfully submitted,


Kathleen  M. Andronico
City Clerk


Exhibit “ A”  –  Attachment incorporated into permanent record –  see Item 9c

November 7, 1999

City of Vacaville
City Hall
650 Merchant Street
Vacaville, California 95688

Dear Mayor Fleming and Members of the Vacaville City Council:

City staff have conceived a different plan for the I-80 Reliever Route and Leisure Town Road as it traverses Vacaville.  The nearly 1000 homeowners and Families for Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods continues in its opposition to the I-80 Reliever Route, fail to see its necessity, its value for the citizens of Vacaville and believe that there are more viable alternatives.  Yet, while far from ideal, our community does support this new plan.  Developed by John Thompson and his staff, the plan proposes to move Leisure Town Rd eastward, adding a 35-foot to 55-foot landscaped parkway behind homes from Alamo Road to the Vacaville Christian Life Center.  This project involves more than the movement of the roadway.  City officials Thompson, Pfeiffer and Roland (correct spelling is Rowland) and our community agree other integral and imperative components of this plan must include:

1.    the prohibition and monitoring of large commercial trucks from the street, this pertains to through trucks only..can’ t prohibit local deliveries
2.    the construction of masonry sound walls, the addition of landscaping and other sound reduction techniques at appropriate and the most effective locations, soundwalls go along Arbor Oaks neighborhood to replace the wood fences…we can work with the committee on designing the planting material to give best sound attenuation
3.    the addition of traffic signals at Sequoia and Elmira initially, and at other intersections as the traffic flow dictates,
4.    the imposition of speed controls and/or speed reduction along Leisure Town Road and perhaps intersecting streets as traffic patterns change,
5.    that funding  come from the STA or other source for the road project, including landscaping,
6.    that maintenance of the new  (perhaps should be underlined to show that homeowners will continue to be charged for the portion they are now paying for) landscaping and parkland improvements be a City expense not the homeowners,
7.    that other improvements, including  additional street lighting and safety measures be implemented,
8.    that maximum efforts be undertaken with homeowners east of Leisure Town Road, who may be impacted adversely, to meet their needs esthetically and financially to minimize the impact of the project.  (Director of Public Works Pfeiffer suggested that one alternative may be the option of the City purchasing land behind existing homes and then relocating them eastward to accommodate the road expansion),
9.    that there be a permanent committee of individuals (perhaps a minimum of 10), chosen by the community along Leisure Town Road, to act as advisors to the project through planning, any needed refinements, related EIR and other approvals, construction and final completion.  This committee and other community involvement would be an additional part of the EIR process.
10.    that the City adopt necessary ordinances, regulations, resolutions and other measures necessary to implement this plan as outlined, and
11.    that the City amend its General Plan to effect the plan components and concepts.

Finally, should the Solano Transportation Authority not approve this modification of the I-80 Reliever Route as it pertains to its involvement and necessary financing, our community would ask that the Vacaville City Council reassert and adopt a position that the Reliever Route not run along Leisure Town Road.  We cannot over emphasize the importance these components have in the maintenance of the quality of life in our community and our ultimate support for this plan, as partners, in its successful implementation.  Thank you for your concern, interest and support for our community.  Also, thanks and appreciation are due John Thompson, Dale Pfeiffer, Ronald Roland and their staff for their hard work attempting to meet the community’ s needs.

Sincerely,
    /S/
Theodore R. Bynum, Jr.
Consensus Chairperson
Families for Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods