Albany public meetings in 2022

Albany City Council

The City Council will discuss transitioning the Social & Economic Justice Commission to a Racial Equity Committee and appointing a new member to an ad hoc committee for a Racial Equity Survey. They will also consider joining the California Asset Management Trust and approving a $130,000 contract for SB 1383 implementation support services. The agenda includes routine consent items such as minutes, payroll, and bill ratification.

• Transition of Social & Economic Justice Commission to Racial Equity Committee
• Appointment of new member to Racial Equity Survey Ad Hoc Committee
• Contract No. C22-77 with R3 Consulting Group for SB 1383 Implementation Support Services, appropriating $130,000 of Measure D funds
• Resolution No. 2022-141 authorizing participation in the California Asset Management Trust
• Ratification of payroll totaling $758,299.51 and bills totaling $671,074.50

The City Council established an ad hoc committee to evaluate the charge, name, and membership of the Social & Economic Justice Commission. The Council also approved several administrative ratifications and updated appointments to regional and county bodies.

• Created ad hoc committee to review Social & Economic Justice Commission charge, name, and membership (5-0)
• Appointed Council Members Hansen-Romero and López to the SEJC ad hoc committee (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member López to the Racial Equity Survey ad hoc committee (5-0)
• Ratified appointments to regional and county bodies, including ABAG and East Bay Community Energy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-141 to join California Asset Management Trust (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-142 and $130,000 in Measure D funds for R3 Consulting Group SB 1383 contract (5-0)
• Ratified payroll for date paid 12/02/2022 totaling $758,299.51 (5-0)
• Ratified bills, claims, and demands totaling $1,212.18, $541,215.18, and $128,647.14 (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Albany Planning & Zoning Commission will consider design review and parking exceptions for second-story additions at 1019 Key Route Ave and 825 San Carlos Ave. The commission will also review preliminary applications for in-street outdoor dining parklets on Solano Avenue and discuss the state's review of the city's draft Housing Element.

• Design Review and Parking Exception for a second-story addition at 1019 Key Route Ave, including a junior ADU
• Design Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Parking Exception for a second-story addition at 825 San Carlos Ave
• Review of preliminary applications for in-street outdoor dining parklets on Solano Avenue
• Discussion of California HCD's review of Albany's draft Housing Element
• Pre-application consultation on potential condominium conversion at 810-812 Masonic Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two residential second-story additions with parking reductions. The body also provided preliminary feedback and direction to staff regarding several outdoor dining parklet applications on Solano Avenue.

• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-1-1)
• Approved Resolution of Appreciation for Christopher Tan (3-0-1-1)
• Approved design review and parking exception for 1019 Key Route Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Approved design review, conditional use permit, and parking exception for 825 San Carlos Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Preliminarily approved parklet applications for Barney’s and Zaytoon
• Directed staff to implement Commission feedback for Solano Avenue parklet applications (3-0-0-2)

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will recognize outgoing board members, administer oaths to newly elected members, and conduct annual board reorganization. The board will also consider ratifying a tentative agreement with the Service Employees International Union, accept the First Interim Financial Report for 2022-23, and approve several consent calendar items including contracts for the Marin Elementary School rebuild project.

• Ratification of tentative agreement between SEIU and AUSD
• Accept First Interim Financial Report (2022-23)
• Piggyback contract with School Specialty, LLC for 21st-century furniture for Marin Elementary School rebuild
• Independent contractor agreement with Virco Inc. for Marin Elementary School rebuild
• Resolution allowing video/teleconference meetings under California AB 361

The Board conducted its annual reorganization, electing Veronica Davidson as President and Melissa Boyd as Vice President. The Board also ratified a tentative agreement with the SEIU and approved the First Interim Financial Report for 2022-23.

• Elected Veronica Davidson as Board President (4-1, 2 advisory yes)
• Elected Melissa Boyd as Board Vice President (5-0, 2 advisory yes)
• Appointed Superintendent Wells as Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar including AB 361 video meetings and Marin Elementary rebuild contracts (unanimous)
• Approved CSBA Policy Development Workshop agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified SEIU agreement providing 9.5% general compensation increase (unanimous)
• Approved Board member school site and committee assignments (unanimous)
• Accepted First Interim Financial Report for 2022-23 (unanimous)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council will hold a special meeting to reorganize and appoint a mayor and vice mayor for a one-year term. The council will also certify the November 8, 2022 election results, appoint Jennifer Hansen-Romero to the council, and respond to a Brown Act demand letter regarding advisory committee sunsets. Ceremonial matters include resolutions of appreciation for outgoing members and administering the oath of office to newly elected and appointed members.

• Council reorganization and appointment of mayor and vice mayor for one-year term
• Certification of General Municipal Election results from November 8, 2022 (Resolution No. 2022-137)
• Appointment of Jennifer Hansen-Romero to City Council for a 2-year term (Resolution No. 2022-138)
• Response to Brown Act demand letter alleging violations related to sunsetting advisory committees
• Oath of office for newly elected members John Anthony Miki, Robin D. López, and appointed member Jennifer Hansen-Romero

The City Council certified the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and appointed Jennifer Hansen-Romero to the City Council for a two-year term. The Council also directed the City Attorney to respond to a Brown Act Demand Letter stating no violations occurred.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-137 certifying the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election results (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-138 appointing Jennifer Hansen-Romero to the City Council for a 2-year term (4-0)
• Directed City Attorney to respond to Brown Act Demand Letter stating no violations occurred (4-0)

Arts Committee Meeting

The Albany Arts Committee will meet virtually to discuss and possibly act on the Poet Laureate Program by reviewing a recommended application from the selection panel. They will also discuss reopening the Call for Artists for the Sculpture Loan Program and receive subcommittee reports on various arts initiatives.

• Review of recommended application for Poet Laureate Program
• Discussion of reopening Call for Artists for Sculpture Loan Program remaining locations
• Subcommittee reports on Sculpture Loan, Fall into Haiku, Mural, Creative Justice Art Project, Community Center Foyer Art Gallery, Poet Laureate, and Art in Public Places Ordinance

The Arts Committee approved the selection panel's recommendation for the Poet Laureate Program. The committee also discussed the call for artists for the sculpture loan program.

• Approved Poet Laureate Program recommendation (7-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 action minutes (7-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will hear a presentation on creeks and open space maintenance funded by Measure M. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on a Community Engagement Subcommittee update and recommendation, and receive subcommittee reports on public restrooms on Ohlone Greenway, Flex Court, and community engagement.

• Public Works presentation on Creeks and Open Space Maintenance (Measure M) by Natural Areas Coordinator Margot Cunningham
• Community Engagement Subcommittee update and recommendation for discussion and possible action
• Subcommittee report on Public Restrooms on Ohlone Greenway (Beall, Kent)
• Subcommittee report on Flex Court (Frank, Kent, Marten)
• Subcommittee report on Community Engagement (Armendariz, Price)

The commission approved the minutes from the November 10, 2022 meeting. Public Works staff provided an update on creeks and open space maintenance related to Measure M. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Social & Economic Justice Commission will discuss and possibly act on several recommendations to the City Council, including replacing the term 'homeless' with 'unhoused' in all city media and documents, and creating a housing forum, an unhoused task force, and a youth task force. The commission will also hear presentations recognizing local parent engagement groups and the Berkeley Food Network, and discuss mental health services.

• Recommendation to replace 'homeless' with 'unhoused' in all city media, departments, and documents
• Recommendation to create a Housing Forum
• Recommendation to create an Unhoused Task Force
• Recommendation to create a Youth Task Force
• Presentation and recognition of Albany API-PEG, Black Parent Advisory Group, and Familias Latinas de Albany

Albany City Council (amended agenda)

The Albany City Council will consider adopting a 2-year Mobile Crisis Team Pilot Program using up to $650,000 in grant funds for mental health crisis response and ambulance transport. They will also vote on awarding a $99,943 contract to prepare a long-term flood protection plan for the Albany Bulb, and on several other consent items including resolutions on solar incentives, a rainbow crosswalk, and advisory body changes.

• Appropriating up to $650,000 for a 2-year Mobile Crisis Team Pilot Program and ambulance transport for mental health holds
• Awarding $99,943 contract to Environmental Science Associates for a Long-Term Flood Protection Plan for the Albany Bulb
• Adopting resolution supporting strong incentives for solar through California's Net Energy Metering program
• Approving $115,965.60 for a rainbow crosswalk at Solano Avenue and Talbot Avenue as part of street rehabilitation
• Amending Green Building Requirements, including increasing electric vehicle charging requirement from 20% to 25%

The Council approved a two-year mobile crisis team pilot program and updated green building requirements to mandate electric appliances for most new buildings. Three advisory committees were sunsetted, and several city contracts and payrolls were ratified. The Council also approved funding for a flood protection plan for the Albany Bulb.

• Approved $650,000 for a 2-year Mobile Crisis Team Pilot Program (4-0)
• Sunsetted Economic Development Committee, Community Media Access Committee, and Charter Review Committee (4-0)
• Amended Green Building Requirements to require electric appliances, exempting restaurants (4-0)
• Approved $99,943 contract with Environmental Science Associates for Albany Bulb Flood Protection Plan (4-0)
• Approved $115,965.60 change order for street rehabilitation and a rainbow crosswalk at Solano and Talbot Avenues (4-0)
• Appropriated $22,000 for Fire Station rollup door replacements (4-0)
• Revised meeting frequency of the Financial Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Ratified payroll of $724,976.99 and bills/claims of $294,363.70 (4-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Albany Economic Development Committee will hear a quarterly report on sales tax and business activity from Finance Director Heather Rowden. The committee will also receive updates from subcommittees focused on economic development strategies, business recruitment and retention, job fairs, and art in commercial areas.

• Quarterly Report on Sales Tax and Business Activity presented by Finance Director Heather Rowden
• Subcommittee report on economic development strategies and consulting with other cities
• Subcommittee report on business uses for vacant properties and recruitment plan for women, BIPOC, and LGBTQA+ owned businesses
• Subcommittee report on best practices for recruiting and hiring, job fair, and web portal for job ads
• Subcommittee report on encouraging art in commercial areas

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will hear presentations on monthly police collision and citation data and shared mobility data. They will consider approving a rainbow crosswalk design at Talbot Avenue and Solano Avenue, and discuss priorities for updating the Active Transportation Plan.

• Presentation of monthly police data on collisions and citations
• Presentation of shared mobility data
• Proposed rainbow crosswalk installation at Talbot Avenue and Solano Avenue
• Discussion of priorities for update to the Active Transportation Plan
• Marin Pavement Rehabilitation Project Phase 1 began November 7

The Commission approved the October 27 meeting minutes and recommended that the City Council approve a rainbow crosswalk design at the southern crossing of Talbot Avenue and Solano Avenue. Commissioners also provided feedback to staff regarding the update of the Active Transportation Plan.

• Approved meeting minutes from October 27, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rainbow crosswalk design at Talbot Avenue and Solano Avenue (4-0)

Poet Laureate Selection Panel

The Poet Laureate Selection Panel will meet virtually to review applications for the Albany Poet Laureate Program and provide a recommendation to the Arts Committee. The public can attend via Zoom or phone and submit comments by email or mail.

• Selection Panel will review applications for the Albany Poet Laureate Program
• Panel will provide a recommendation to the Arts Committee
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom on November 28, 2022 at 5:00 PM
• Public comment accepted by email to KMcCarron@albanyca.org or by mail
• Written comments must be received by 3 PM on meeting day to be provided to panel before meeting

Albany City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Disposition and Development Agreement with Satellite Affordable Housing Associates for the Albany Family Housing project at 755 Cleveland Avenue. The Council will also consider resolutions to authorize a contract with PFM Asset Management for investment services, pursue solar and battery storage at critical facilities with East Bay Community Energy, and establish a policy requiring Council ratification of Board of Education nominations to advisory bodies. A quarterly financial update will be presented for the Council's review.

• Public hearing on amendments to the DDA for the Albany Family Housing project at 755 Cleveland Ave
• Resolution to contract with PFM Asset Management LLC for investment management services
• Resolution to deploy solar and battery storage systems at critical municipal facilities with EBCE
• Resolution establishing policy requiring City Council ratification of BOE nominations to advisory bodies
• Ratification of payroll ($720,115.87) and bills/claims ($153,848.59 and $248,001.10)

The City Council approved amendments to the development agreement for the Albany Family Housing Project at 755 Cleveland Avenue. The Council also authorized a reimbursement agreement for storm drain improvements at 540 San Pablo Avenue and approved several consent calendar items including an investment manager contract.

• Approved amendments to the Disposition and Development Agreement for the Albany Family Housing Project (4-0)
• Approved $1.15M reimbursement agreement for storm drain improvements at 540 San Pablo Avenue (4-0)
• Approved contract with PFM Asset Management LLC for investment management services (4-0)
• Approved deployment of solar and battery storage systems with East Bay Community Energy (4-0)
• Approved policy requiring Council ratification of Board of Education nominations to Advisory Bodies (4-0)
• Ratified payroll for date paid 11/4/2022 totaling $720,115.87 (4-0)
• Ratified bills, claims and demands totaling $153,848.59 and $248,001.10 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 7, 2022 (4-0)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council is holding a special meeting solely to enter closed session. The Council will confer with legal counsel on two pending lawsuits involving the City of Albany and the Albany Lions Club. No public decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(1))
• City of Albany v. Albany Lions Club, Lions International, et al. — Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 22CV010822
• Lions Club of Albany, California v. City of Albany — U.S. District Court, Northern District Case No. C22-05377 WHA

Charter Review Committee

The Albany Charter Review Committee will discuss City Council member wages and receive progress reports on work plan items, including lowering the voting age and Council compensation. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19 guidelines.

• Discussion regarding City Council member wages
• Progress report on lowering the voting age
• Progress report on City Council compensation
• Approval of September 15, 2022 draft minutes

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will receive a presentation on the Albany Unified School District's Environmental Action Plan and discuss proposed changes to California's Net Energy Metering policy (NEM 3). The committee will also receive updates from subcommittees on student outreach, zero-emission transportation, and home electrification.

• Presentation on AUSD Environmental Action Plan by AUSD staff
• Discussion of proposed changes to Net Energy Metering Policy in California (NEM 3)
• Introduction of new committee member Mark Meldgin
• Update on Street Tree Master Plan Phase I: Street Tree Inventory
• Upcoming discussion of Active Transportation Plan Update at Transportation Commission on December 1

The Climate Action Committee voted to send a resolution regarding proposed changes to California's net energy metering policy to the City Council. The committee also received presentations on the Albany Unified School District's Draft Environmental Action Plan and the Street Tree Inventory.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Approved bringing the NEM 3.0 Recommendation Subcommittee’s proposed net energy metering resolution to Council (5-2)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council will consider adopting an urgency ordinance that establishes procedures for filling a vacant City Council seat by appointment. The meeting includes only this single substantive item, along with routine procedural items like call to order and roll call.

• Urgency Ordinance No. 2022-09 adding Section 2-1.3 to the Albany Municipal Code for filling a vacant City Council seat by appointment

The City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2022-09, which establishes the procedures and timeframe for filling a vacant seat on the City Council by appointment. The ordinance was approved with an amendment to Section 3.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2022-09 with amendment to Section 3 (4-0)

Arts Committee

The Albany Arts Committee will discuss and possibly take action on several art programs, including reviewing recommended applications for the Creative Justice Art Project and the Community Center Foyer Art Gallery, and discussing reopening the Call for Artists for the Sculpture Loan Program. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports and future agenda items.

• Review of recommended applications for the Creative Justice Art Project
• Review of applications for the Community Center Foyer Art Gallery
• Discussion of reopening the Call for Artists for the Sculpture Loan Program
• Review of Arts/EDC Subcommittee proposals
• Subcommittee reports on Sculpture Loan Program, Fall into Haiku, Arts/Economic Development, Creative Justice Art Project, Community Center Foyer Art Gallery, Poet Laureate Program, and Art in Public Places Ordinance

The Committee approved several art projects, including the 'Path to Belonging' and the 'Gill Tract Farm Coalition'. It also selected artists for the 2023 Community Center Foyer Art Gallery and renamed the Arts/EDC Subcommittee. The Sculpture Loan Program was tabled.

• Approved 'Path to Belonging' by Susan Moffat (7-0)
• Approved 'Gill Tract Farm Coalition' by Franz Fisher and Sam Mulberry as backup (7-0)
• Approved artwork by Matthew Felix Sun and Roz Ritter for 2023 gallery exhibits (7-0)
• Renamed Arts/EDC Subcommittee to 'Mural Subcommittee' and project to 'Albany Mural Project' (6-0)
• Approved action minutes from September 12 and October 10, 2022 (6-0)
• Tabled Sculpture Loan Program

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the October 13, 2022 regular meeting. Staff provided an update on the street tree master plan, but no other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 13, 2022 regular meeting minutes (6-0)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council will discuss and provide staff direction on the process for filling a vacant City Council seat by appointment, as required by Charter section 5.02. Mayor Jordan recommends preparing an ordinance defining the appointment process and addressing other aspects not suitable for inclusion in an ordinance.

• Discussion of appointment process for vacant City Council seat per Charter section 5.02
• Mayor Jordan recommendation to prepare an ordinance defining the process

The City Council reached a consensus on the procedures for filling a vacant council seat by appointment. The process includes a two-week application period and a public forum with a question-and-answer session and balloting.

• Established 2-week application period for vacant seat
• Required applicant submissions to include a 300-word maximum statement and 2-page resume
• Determined that applicant names and submissions will be published on a specific City webpage
• Set forum structure to include applicant addresses to Council, a Q&A period, and written balloting
• Established balloting process with one vote per member, maximum of ten rounds, and Mayor breaking ties

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will consider a revised policy on administering medication, including Narcan in emergency situations. The board will also hear a presentation on the Marin Elementary School playground and approve several routine consent calendar items, including contracts for the Marin Elementary rebuild project.

• Revised Board Policy 5141.21 on administering medication, including Narcan in emergencies (vote)
• Marin Elementary School playground presentation
• Amendment to Kleinfelder Inc. contract for geotechnical services at Marin Elementary rebuild
• Resolution No. 2022-23-13 allowing board committees to hold video/teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Fiduciary agreement between Cornell Elementary PTA and AUSD

The Board of Education approved a policy update to allow trained staff to administer Narcan during emergency situations. The Board also approved a consent calendar containing several personnel and contractor agreements.

• Approved Revised Board Policy 5141.21 regarding Narcan administration (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved Consent Calendar including personnel orders and contractor agreements (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution No. 20222313 for video/teleconference meetings (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved Fiduciary Agreement between Cornell Elementary PTA and District (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Staples Energy (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved Independent Contractor Services Agreement with R&S Erection of Richmond, Inc. (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to Kleinfelder Inc. agreement for Marin Elementary Rebuild Project (unanimous, 1 absent)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will hold a public hearing to decide an appeal of the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission's decision to allow street tree removals at 1431 and 1433 Washington Avenue. The Council will also consider several consent calendar items, including a $96,900 contract amendment for stormwater inspection support and a $45,000 contract for a street tree inventory. Other items include a temporary street closure for the Holiday Makers Market event and a resolution to continue video/teleconference meetings under AB 361.

• Appeal of tree removal decision for street trees at 1431 and 1433 Washington Avenue
• Amendment to Contract No. C22-19 with CAP Engineering for stormwater inspection support, not-to-exceed $96,900
• Contract No. C22-67 with ArborPro Inc. for a street tree inventory, appropriating $45,000 of Measure M funds
• Temporary street closure for Holiday Makers Market on December 10, 2022, with fee waiver and $2,500 cost absorption for traffic management
• Resolution allowing video and teleconference meetings during COVID-19 state of emergency under AB 361

The City Council denied an appeal to save two street trees at 1431 and 1433 Washington Avenue, upholding a previous commission decision to remove them. The Council also approved several consent calendar items, including a street tree inventory and a temporary street closure for a holiday market.

• Upheld decision to remove street trees at 1431 and 1433 Washington Avenue (4-1)
• Approved street tree inventory contract with ArborPro Inc., splitting costs between Measure M and Utility User Tax (5-0)
• Approved temporary street closure and fee waiver for Holiday Makers Market on Dec 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 city cost for traffic management for Holiday Makers Market (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-112 for stormwater inspection support contract amendment up to $96,900 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-110 allowing video and teleconference meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Mayor and Vice Mayor appointment procedures (4-0-1)
• Ratified payroll of $726,226.68 and bills/claims totaling $629,436.00 (5-0)

Financial Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2022 year-end overview and the first quarter budget review for Fiscal Year 2023. Discussion items include a potential change in meeting frequency, a revenue subcommittee report, and a work plan update.

• Fiscal Year 2022 Year End Overview and Quarterly Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2023 Q1
• Discussion on proposing a change in committee meeting frequency to the City Council
• Review of updated Revenue Subcommittee report
• Review of proposed Work Plan update

The committee approved the draft minutes from May 4, July 26, and September 7, 2022. Other agenda items, including meeting frequency and the work plan update, were discussed or reviewed, but no further formal actions were recorded.

• Approved draft minutes for May 4, July 26, and September 7, 2022 (4-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Albany Social & Economic Justice Commission was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss and possibly vote on installing red curb no-parking zones at five intersections near Memorial Park and Albany Middle School to improve pedestrian safety. They will also review a proposal for a short-term parking green zone at 1185 Solano Avenue and hear draft projects for the Local Road Safety Plan.

• Proposal to install red curb no-parking zones at Portland/Pomona, Portland/Ramona, Portland/Carmel, Thousand Oaks/Carmel, and Brighton/Masonic intersections
• Proposal for a two-car short-term parking green zone (22 feet of green curb, 20-minute limit) adjacent to 1185 Solano Avenue, replacing a parklet for Boss Burger
• Presentation of draft projects for the Local Road Safety Plan by city consultants
• Monthly police data on collisions and citations
• Update on Shared Mobility Services Regulation

The Transportation Commission approved the installation of red curb no-parking zones at several intersections to improve pedestrian safety. The commission also approved a short-term parking green zone on Solano Avenue and a work plan status report.

• Approved installation of red curb no-parking zones at Portland/Pomona, Portland/Ramona, Portland/Carmel, Thousand Oaks/Carmel, and Brighton/Masonic (5-0)
• Approved 22 feet of green curb for 20-minute short-term parking adjacent to 1185 Solano Avenue (5-0)
• Approved the Advisory Body Work Plan status report (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from September 22, 2022 (5-0)
• Authorized the Chair to represent the Committee at a City Council meeting (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two residential addition projects on the consent calendar: a two-level addition at 1490 Posen Avenue and a single-story rear addition at 1019 Ordway Street. Both projects require parking reductions to waive one off-street parking space. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from October 12, 2022.

• Design Review and Parking Reduction for a two-level addition at 1490 Posen Avenue, resulting in a 1,632 sq. ft. house
• Design Review and Parking Reduction for a single-story rear addition at 1019 Ordway Street, resulting in a 1,693 sq. ft. house
• Approval of Planning & Zoning Commission meeting minutes from October 12, 2022

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent calendar, which included two residential design reviews and parking reductions. Both projects involved home additions and were found exempt from CEQA. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from October 12, 2022.

• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Design Review and Parking Reduction for two-level addition at 1490 Posen Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Design Review and Parking Reduction for single-story rear addition at 1019 Ordway Street (4-0-0-1)

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on October 25, 2022, starting with a closed session on personnel and superintendent evaluation. In open session, the board will consider a consent calendar of routine items, hold public hearings on negotiation proposals from the California School Employees Association and the district, and review a financial report and fee analysis for the Albany Aquatic Center.

• Public hearings on negotiation proposals between AUSD and the California School Employees Association (CSEA)
• Albany Aquatic Center financial report and fee analysis (40-minute review and action item)
• Staff report on Fastbridge Assessment Data Results from Fall–Spring 2021-22 and Fall 2022
• Resolution No. 2022-23-12 recognizing November as National Native American Heritage Month
• Consent calendar includes contracts with La Europa Academy, The Speech Pathology Group, and TRIGroup, Inc.

The Board approved a series of rate adjustments for the Albany Aquatic Center to address a deficit existing since 2017-2018. The Board also approved a consent calendar of personnel and contract agreements and recognized National Native American Heritage Month.

• Approved adjusted rates for Aquatic Center programs effective Jan 1, 2023 (4-2)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-23-12 recognizing November as National Native American Heritage Month (unanimous)
• Approved Master Contract with La Europa Academy Residential Treatment Center (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2022-2023 Board of Education meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved student placement and intern teacher agreements with Holy Names University (unanimous)
• Approved additional costs for Elementary History-Social Science instructional materials (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to contract with The Speech Pathology Group (unanimous)
• Approved independent contractor agreement with TRI Group, Inc. (unanimous)

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Albany Police & Fire Pension Board will consider approving November 2022 rate changes for police disability retirees. The board will also hear an investment report from CIBC for the quarter ending September 30, 2022, and ratify pension payments totaling $270,103.02 for July through September 2022.

• Approval of November 2022 rate changes for PD disability retirees
• CIBC investment report for quarters ending September 30, 2022
• Ratification of July 2022 pension payments: $90,596.05
• Ratification of August 2022 pension payments: $90,748.60
• Ratification of September 2022 pension payments: $88,758.37

The Board ratified pension payments for July, August, and September 2022. It also approved rate changes for Police Department disability retirees effective November 2022.

• Ratified July 2022 pension payments of $90,596.05
• Ratified August 2022 pension payments of $90,748.60
• Ratified September 2022 pension payments of $88,758.37
• Approved July 26, 2022 Action Minutes
• Approved November 2022 rate changes for PD disability retirees

Community Media Access Committee

The Community Media Access Committee will meet virtually to discuss and possibly take action on an Advisory Body Status Report. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 25, 2022, and public comment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on Advisory Body Status Report
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2022

Climate Action Committee

The Albany Climate Action Committee will discuss and possibly take action on a home electrification mandate proposal, receive a presentation on CPUC proposed changes to net energy metering, and review the advisory body work plan status. The committee will also consider a proclamation of appreciation for Kate Breeding and receive subcommittee updates.

• Discussion of Home Electrification Mandate Proposal Subcommittee presentation and next steps
• Presentation by Committee Member Peterson on CPUC Proposed Changes to Net Energy Metering (NEM)
• Review of Advisory Body Work Plan Status Report and authorization for Chair to represent at City Council meeting
• Proclamation of Appreciation for Kate Breeding
• Introduction of 2022-2023 CivicSpark Fellow, Natasha Gallatin

The Albany Climate Action Committee unanimously approved a Proclamation of Appreciation for Kate Breeding. The committee also formed a subcommittee to analyze proposed changes to net energy metering (NEM 3) and added a member to the Home Electrification Mandate Subcommittee. Chair Fisun and Committee Member Peterson were designated to represent the committee at the November 7 City Council meeting to discuss the work plan.

• Approved Proclamation of Appreciation for Kate Breeding (unanimous).
• Designated Chair Fisun and Committee Member Peterson to represent the committee at the November 7 City Council meeting (unanimous).
• Created the NEM 3 Position Recommendation Subcommittee with members Chen, Larson, and Peterson (unanimous).
• Added Committee Member Miki to the Home Electrification Mandate Subcommittee (unanimous).
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2022 (unanimous).
• Extended meeting to 9:30 PM (unanimous).
• Extended meeting to 9:45 PM (unanimous).
• Extended meeting to 9:50 PM (unanimous).

Creative Justice Art Project Selection Panel Meeting

The Creative Justice Art Project Selection Panel will meet virtually on October 18, 2022, to review applications received for the Albany Creative Justice Art Project. The panel will provide a recommendation to the Arts Committee. The public may watch via Zoom or YouTube and submit comments by email or mail.

• Selection Panel will review applications for the Albany Creative Justice Art Project
• Panel will provide a recommendation to the Arts Committee
• Meeting is virtual via Zoom; public can watch on YouTube or call in
• Public comments accepted by email to Recreation Supervisor Keenan McCarron or by mail
• Written comments due by 3 PM on meeting day to be provided to panel before the meeting

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council will hold a public hearing on issuing up to $35 million in revenue bonds to finance a 62-unit affordable housing facility on Cleveland Avenue. The council will also vote on a $1.99 million street rehabilitation contract, a zoning ordinance amendment for community benefits on San Pablo Avenue, and a rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell and Solano Avenues.

• Public hearing on $35M revenue bond for Satellite Affordable Housing Associates 62-unit project on Cleveland Avenue
• Award of $1,998,381 construction contract to Bay Cities Paving & Grading for 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2022-07 amending zoning for community benefits in San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan
• Approval of rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell Avenue and Solano Avenue
• Ratification of payroll totaling $708,526.63 and bills totaling $321,616.74

Board of Education Special Workshop: AUSD Environmental Action Master Plan Draft

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special workshop to introduce the draft Environmental Action Master Plan and solicit feedback from the board and the public. No decisions are being made; the meeting is for discussion and input only.

• Workshop on the AUSD Environmental Action Master Plan Draft
• Public and board feedback solicited on the plan

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The City Council approved the issuance of up to $35 million in revenue bonds to finance a 62-unit affordable housing project at Cleveland and Washington Avenues, developed by Satellite Affordable Housing Associates. The Council also awarded a $1.998 million contract for the 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project, approved a rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell and Solano Avenues, and adopted an updated salary schedule for city employees.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-107 authorizing up to $35 million in revenue bonds for a 62-unit affordable housing project at Cleveland and Washington Avenues
• Awarded Contract No. C22-30 to Bay Cities Paving & Grading for $1,998,381 for the 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Approved a rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell Avenue and Solano Avenue
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-109 approving an updated salary schedule for city employees, including a 3% increase for unrepresented employees
• Ratified payroll of $708,526.63 and bills totaling $321,616.74

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The Albany City Council will consider adopting Urgency Ordinance No. 2022-08, which would add a new section to the Municipal Code regulating mobility sharing services like dockless scooters and bikes. The Council is also asked to authorize the City Manager to enter into temporary operating agreements with shared mobility operators before permits are issued. The Transportation Commission recommends adopting the ordinance to permit shared micromobility services.

• Adoption of Urgency Ordinance No. 2022-08 adding Section 5-12 to the Albany Municipal Code for mobility sharing services
• Authorization for the City Manager to enter temporary operating agreements with dockless shared mobility operators
• Transportation Commission recommendation to adopt permitting regulations for shared micromobility services

The Council approved the issuance of up to $35 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to finance a 62-unit affordable housing project at Cleveland and Washington Avenues, developed by Satellite Affordable Housing Associates. The bonds are the sole responsibility of SAHA, with no financial liability for the City. The Council also approved a rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell and Solano Avenues, a $1.998 million street rehabilitation contract, and an updated employee salary schedule.

• Approved Resolution 2022-107 authorizing up to $35 million in revenue bonds for a 62-unit affordable housing project at Cleveland and Washington Avenues.
• Approved the design for a rainbow crosswalk installation at Cornell Avenue and Solano Avenue (4-1 vote, Council Member Gary dissenting).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-105 awarding a $1,998,381 construction contract to Bay Cities Paving & Grading for the 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project.
• Approved a $200,000 construction management contract with Zoon Engineering for the pavement project.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-106 extending the janitorial contract with Karla's Janitorial Services for one year, increasing the amount by $228,159.38.
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-07 amending the Zoning Ordinance regarding community benefits in the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan (second reading).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-109 approving an updated Salary Schedule for City employees, including negotiated increases for APOA and unrepresented staff.
• Approved the consent calendar, including minutes, payroll ($708,526.63), and bills ($321,616.74).

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will review a draft status summary of its work plan items, which will be provided to the City Council at a November meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of September 8, 2022 minutes, public comment, and announcements.

• Review of draft Advisory Body Status Report on Commission work plan items, to be sent to City Council in November

The Commission unanimously approved the Advisory Body Status Report, summarizing its work plan items, as amended. The report will be presented to the City Council at a November meeting. Minutes from the September 8 meeting were also approved with one abstention.

• Approved Advisory Body Status Report (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 regular meeting (6-0, Armendariz abstaining)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review multiple residential design reviews for two-level home additions. The meeting also includes a status report on the advisory body work plan and an overview of new California planning and zoning laws.

• Design Review and Parking Reduction for 1490 Posen Avenue
• Design Review for 1038 Ramona Avenue
• Design Review for 622 Talbot Avenue
• Design Review for 1035 Santa Fe Avenue
• Overview of New Planning & Zoning Laws in California

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved four design review applications for two-level additions at 1490 Posen Avenue (continued), 1038 Ramona Avenue, 622 Talbot Avenue, and 1035 Santa Fe Avenue, all on the consent calendar except the Santa Fe Avenue item which was voted on separately. The commission also discussed an advisory body work plan status report and an overview of new state planning laws, but took no action on those items.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes and three design reviews (4-0-0-1, Reek abstained on minutes)
• Approved design review for second-story addition at 1035 Santa Fe Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Continued design review for two-level addition at 1490 Posen Avenue to a date uncertain
• Discussed advisory body work plan status report; no action taken
• Received overview of new California planning laws; no action taken

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss employee salary amendments and the sufficiency of instructional materials. The meeting includes a public hearing and a review of personnel assignments and contracts.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 2022-23-11 regarding sufficiency of instructional materials
• 2022-2023 salary amendment for confidential, unrepresented, and management employee groups
• Amendment to pay rates for substitute and unrepresented hourly employees
• Ratification of Memorandum of Understanding between AUSD and California School Employees Association (CSEA)
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Garland/DBS, Inc.

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education approved several salary increases, including a 9.5% 'Me-Too' raise for CSEA staff, a 9.5% increase for confidential, unrepresented, and management employees, and pay rate amendments for substitute and hourly employees. The board also approved a resolution declaring sufficient instructional materials (6-1) and a resolution recognizing School Administrator Week. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-23-11 declaring sufficient instructional materials (6-1)
• Approved MOU with CSEA providing 9.5% salary increase (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 salary amendment for confidential, unrepresented, and management employees with 9.5% increase (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to pay rates for substitute and unrepresented hourly employees (unanimous)
• Approved designation of certificated employees to probationary status (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-23-09 recognizing Week of the School Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, teleconference resolution, personnel orders, and contractor agreement (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will review a public art proposal for a new mixed-use residential building at 904 Masonic. Members will also discuss the Sculpture Loan Program and the presence of art information on the City website.

• Public art proposal review for new residential building at 904 Masonic
• Discussion on reopening the Call for artists for the Sculpture Loan Program
• Review of draft status report on work plan items for City Council
• Discussion of "Art in Albany" presence on the City website

The committee voted to reopen the Call for Artists for the Sculpture Loan Program for 90 days (extendable 60 more) with up to $5,000 stipend. They also nominated Member Shah to work on the advisory body work plan status report. A motion to approve the September 12, 2022 action minutes failed on a 2-2 vote with one abstention. Discussion of public art at 904 Masonic and the Art on City Website item were tabled.

• Motion to approve September 12, 2022 action minutes failed (2-2, 1 abstention)
• Motion to nominate Member Shah for work plan status update carried (6-0)
• Motion to reopen Call for Artists for Sculpture Loan Program for 90 days (extendable 60) with up to $5,000 stipend carried (5-0)
• Motion to table Art on City Website discussion until next meeting carried (5-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission Special Meeting

The Social & Economic Justice Commission is meeting to discuss mental health service quality and availability. The body will also review subcommittee reports regarding racial equity, housing, and youth leadership.

• Recommendations on the availability and quality of effective mental health services
• Discussion on a resolution to recognize and honor the Lisjan Ohlone Tribe
• Exploration of a homeless task force and a housing forum
• Exploration of a youth task force
• Certificates of Appreciation for Will Beynon, Cory Dostie, Bart Grossman, Sierra Kenoly, and KZ Zapata

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review a draft status report of its work plan to be provided to the City Council in November. The meeting includes a presentation of the new economic development website, www.choosealbany.org, and reports from various subcommittees.

• Presentation of new Economic Development website: www.choosealbany.org
• Review of draft Advisory Body Status Report for City Council
• Subcommittee report on strategies for economic development
• Subcommittee report on business recruitment and vacant property use
• Subcommittee report on hiring best practices, job fairs, and a web portal

The Economic Development Committee approved and forwarded to the City Council an edited Advisory Body Status Report summarizing its work plan items. The committee also received a presentation on the new Economic Development website, choosealbany.org, and reviewed subcommittee reports on business recruitment, vacant properties, hiring support, and art in commercial areas. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved and forwarded Advisory Body Status Report to Council (5-0)

Albany City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on zoning amendments regarding community benefits for the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan. The body will also discuss the continuation of COVID-19 assistance programs funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2022-07 to amend the Zoning Ordinance for the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan
• Proposed Ordinance No. 2022-06 to set a 20 mph speed limit on Solano Avenue between Madison Street and eastern city limits
• Ratification of payroll totaling $852,404.05
• Ratification of bills and claims totaling $291,844.27 and $426,162.92
• Resolution No. 2022-104 to allocate ARPA funding for COVID business assistance and a community engagement specialist

The Council adopted Ordinance No. 2022-07, amending the Zoning Ordinance to establish community benefits for the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, with amendments to add all-electric building design and strike public art. The Council also approved allocating $2,482,000 in remaining ARPA funds for continuation and expansion of COVID assistance programs through December 2026, and appointed Council Member Gary as presiding officer for the October 17 meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-07 amending Zoning Ordinance for community benefits in San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-104 allocating ARPA funds for COVID Business Assistance Program and Community Engagement Specialist through Dec 31, 2026 (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Gary as Presiding Officer for October 17 City Council meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including speed limit reduction to 20 mph on Solano Avenue, proclamations, and AB 361 teleconference resolution (5-0)
• Ratified payroll of $852,404.05 and bills totaling $718,007.19

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will consider ratifying a tentative agreement with the Albany Teachers Association and approving district goals for the 2022-2023 school year. The meeting includes public hearings regarding negotiation proposals with the SEIU and a report on student assessment results.

• Ratification of Tentative Agreement between Albany Teachers Association and AUSD
• Public hearings to sunshine negotiation proposals between AUSD and SEIU
• Approval of 2022-2023 District Goals and Objectives
• Approval of Master Contract with Austin Texas Learning Group (ATX), LLC
• Approval of Elementary Instructional Materials for History Social Science

The Board unanimously ratified the tentative agreement between the Albany Teachers Association and the district, and approved the 2022-2023 District Goals and Objectives with two amendments. The consent calendar, including personnel assignments and instructional materials, was also approved. No action was taken on two public hearings regarding SEIU negotiations.

• Ratified tentative agreement with Albany Teachers Association and designated certain general funds as committed fund balance (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 District Goals and Objectives with amendments to objectives 2.2 and 5.3 (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including personnel assignments, instructional materials, field trip, and contractor agreements (unanimous)
• Held public hearings on SEIU negotiation proposals; no action taken

Transportation Commission

The Commission will discuss a proposed shared electric scooter rollout by Veo and new municipal code regulations for micromobility services. Other items include an accessible parking space application, a rainbow crosswalk design, and updates on sidewalk repairs.

• Appeal of blue curb accessible parking space at 947 Kains Avenue
• Rainbow crosswalk proposal for Cornell Avenue at Solano Avenue
• Veo presentation on proposed shared electric scooter deployment
• Municipal code amendments for regulating shared micromobility services
• Annual Sidewalk Repair Program Phase 5 completion update

The Transportation Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve a rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell and Solano Avenues, and also to adopt new municipal code amendments regulating shared micromobility services like e-scooters. The commission approved consent calendar minutes from July 28, 2022, with two abstentions. No action was taken on a blue curb accessible parking application at 947 Kains Avenue, which was opened for public comment but not voted on.

• Approved meeting minutes of July 28, 2022 (3-0-2)
• Recommended City Council approve rainbow crosswalk design at Cornell and Solano Avenues (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance regulating shared micromobility services (5-0)
• Discussed but took no vote on blue curb accessible parking at 947 Kains Avenue

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss amending the City of Albany green building requirements. The body will also receive presentations on the Inflation Reduction Act and home electrification mandates.

• Recommendation for Council to adopt a resolution amending green building requirements
• Election of a Vice Chair for the remainder of 2022
• Proclamation of Appreciation for CivicSpark Fellow Johnny Menhennet
• Update on Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program
• Update on the Heat Pump Rebate Program

The committee voted unanimously to approve the staff-proposed 2022 green building code update resolution, which includes an all-electric mandate for new construction. They also elected John Miki as vice chair for the remainder of 2022 and adopted a proclamation of appreciation for Johnny Menhennet. Discussion on a home electrification mandate proposal was postponed to the October meeting.

• Approved 2022 green building code update resolution with all-electric mandate (5-0)
• Elected Committee Member Mohammed as Vice Chair for remainder of 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Proclamation of Appreciation for Johnny Menhennet (5-0)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes with minor edit (4-0-1 abstention)
• Postponed home electrification mandate proposal discussion to October meeting

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings

The City Council will discuss establishing a 20 mph speed limit on Solano Avenue and guidelines for an in-street parklet program. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding litigation with the Albany Lions Club.

• Proposed 20 mph speed limit on Solano Avenue between Madison Street and eastern city limits
• Establishment of in-street parklet program guidelines and annual fees
• Contract amendment with Nute Engineering for sewer rehabilitation not to exceed $266,220
• Ratification of payroll totaling $722,129.73 and bills/claims totaling $2,156,599.33
• Adoption of an updated salary schedule for City employees

The Albany City Council met in closed session to discuss existing litigation against the Albany Lions Club, but Mayor Jordan reported no reportable action. The regular meeting included ceremonial matters and reports, with no substantive decisions made.

• Held closed session on City of Albany v. Albany Lions Club litigation (no action reported)
• Presented proclamation for 114th Anniversary of the City of Albany

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to receive progress reports on specific work plan items. The body will discuss and possibly take action regarding the lowering of the voting age and City Council compensation.

• Progress report on lowering voting age
• Progress report on City Council compensation
• Approval of May 19, 2022 draft minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss updating local green building codes, including a proposed all-electric requirement. The body is also reviewing conditional use permits for a tattoo studio and food trucks, as well as a design review for a new home.

• Major Conditional Use Permit for 'Best Day Ever' tattoo studio at 1112 Solano Avenue
• Minor Conditional Use Permit for three food trucks at 545 San Pablo Avenue
• Design Review for a new 2,736 sq. ft. home at 829 Santa Fe Avenue
• Proposed 2022 Green Building Code update including an all-electric requirement
• Discussion on trash and traffic impacts of FoodieLand Night Market at 1100 Eastshore Hwy

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a design review for a new single-family home at 829 Santa Fe Avenue, replacing a 1931 house with a 5-bedroom, 2,736 sq. ft. Modern Mediterranean home. The commission also approved a 2022 Green Building Code Update with an amendment increasing electric vehicle charging requirements from 20% to 25%. A minor conditional use permit for three food trucks at 545 San Pablo Avenue was continued indefinitely for revisions. Consent calendar items were approved, including a major conditional use permit for a tattoo studio at 1112 Solano Avenue.

• Approved design review for new single-family home at 829 Santa Fe Ave (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Green Building Code Update with 25% EV charging requirement (4-0)
• Continued indefinitely minor conditional use permit for three food trucks at 545 San Pablo Ave (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including tattoo studio at 1112 Solano Ave (3-0-1-1)
• Approved Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner Doug Donaldson by acclamation

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will meet to discuss 2022-2023 district goals and objectives. The agenda also includes the adoption of elementary history social science instructional materials and a financial report on unaudited actuals.

• Conference with Albany Teachers Association (ATA) labor negotiators
• Resolution No. 2022-23-05: Recognizing October as Special Education Awareness Month
• Resolution No. 2022-23-06: Virtual meeting continuation resolution
• Resolution No. 2022-23-07: Adoption of Annual Appropriations Limit (Gann Limit)
• Adoption of 2021-2022 Unaudited Actuals Financials Report

The Board unanimously adopted the 2021-2022 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report and a resolution recognizing October as Special Education Awareness Month. The consent calendar, including minutes from five prior meetings and several resolutions, was approved unanimously. A variable term waiver for a teacher librarian was also approved. Discussion items on elementary instructional materials and district goals were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted 2021-2022 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-23-05: Recognizing October as Special Education Awareness Month (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, teleconference resolution, personnel orders, Williams complaints report, and Gann Limit resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Variable Term Waiver Permit for Megan Hickey as Teacher Librarian (unanimous)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will review subcommittee recommendations for the Poet Laureate Program. Members will also discuss potentially extending the submission deadline for the Community Center Foyer Art Gallery.

• Discussion on extending submission deadline for Community Center Foyer Art Gallery
• Review of Poet Laureate Program panel recommendations
• Reports from Sculpture Loan Program Subcommittee
• Reports from Fall into Haiku Subcommittee
• Reports from Art in Public Places Ordinance Subcommittee

The Albany Arts Committee voted to extend the submission deadline for the Community Center Foyer Art Gallery to November 1, 2022, and set the Youth Show application deadline for July 1, 2023. The committee also approved the selection panel for the Poet Laureate Program as recommended by the subcommittee. Minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting were approved with one abstention.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2022 meeting (6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstention).
• Extended Community Center Foyer Art Gallery submission deadline to November 1, 2022 (6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstention).
• Set Youth Show application deadline for July 1, 2023 (6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstention).
• Approved Poet Laureate Program selection panel as submitted by subcommittee (7 ayes, 0 noes, 0 abstentions).

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will receive an update on city park maintenance. The body will also consider applications to remove street trees at three specific addresses.

• Tree removal application: 1431 Washington Avenue (1 Liquidambar)
• Tree removal application: 1433 Washington Avenue (1 Liquidambar)
• Tree removal application: 545 Pierce Street (4 Liquidambars)
• Public Works presentation on operation and maintenance of City Parks
• Subcommittee reports on Ohlone Greenway public restrooms, Flex Court, and community engagement

The commission approved three street tree removal applications for Liquidambar trees at 1431 Washington Ave, 1433 Washington Ave, and 545 Pierce St. The first and third removals were unanimous; the second passed 3-2 with one recusal. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved tree removal at 1431 Washington Ave (1 Liquidambar) (5-0, Frank recused)
• Approved tree removal at 1433 Washington Ave (1 Liquidambar) (3-2, Frank recused)
• Approved tree removal at 545 Pierce St (4 Liquidambars) (6-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on the results of the Albany Employer Survey on Jobs conducted in Summer 2022. Members will also hear updates from various subcommittees regarding economic development strategies, business recruitment, and commercial art.

• Presentation of Results for the Albany Employer Survey on Jobs
• Subcommittee report on economic development research and consultation
• Subcommittee report on vacant property uses and business recruitment/retention
• Subcommittee report on recruiting, hiring, job fairs, and web portals
• Subcommittee report on encouraging art in commercial areas

The committee heard a presentation on the Albany Employer Survey on Jobs, conducted June 15 to July 15, 2022, and received subcommittee reports. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Social & Economic Justice Commission will review reports from four subcommittees. The body will discuss potential policy recommendations, the creation of new task forces, and the election of officers.

• Racial Equity Subcommittee recommendations on policies and reparations
• Proposed resolution to recognize and honor Lisjan Ohlone Tribe
• Mental health services availability and quality recommendations
• Proposed creation of a housing forum and homeless task force
• Proposed creation of a youth task force

Financial Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The Financial Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the city's unfunded pension liabilities and potential revenue enhancements. The committee will also address investment management proposals and provide an update on its Work Plan for the City Council.

• Appointment of a subcommittee for the investment management proposals interview panel
• Discussion of unfunded pension liabilities
• Discussion of potential revenue enhancement items
• Review of Work Plan progress for presentation to City Council

The Financial Advisory Committee voted unanimously to appoint a subcommittee of members Kerr and Priven, with Chair Traynor as backup, to serve on the interview panel for investment management proposals. Staff reported that the EMS tax update was placed on the ballot, while the Business License Tax update and Commercial Vacancy tax were not moved forward. The committee also discussed work plan items including revenue enhancements and an update to the City Council, but took no further action.

• Appointed subcommittee members Kerr and Priven (with Chair Traynor as backup) for investment management interview panel (5-0)

Albany City Council

The Albany City Council is meeting to discuss the implementation of the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan and the submittal of a draft Housing Element to the state. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and administrative appointments.

• Ordinance No. 2022-03 regarding the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan
• Contract No. C22-56 with CSG Consultants for sewer rehabilitation project management: $170,000
• Contract Change Order #1 with MCE for sidewalk rehabilitation: $111,287.50
• FEMA grant of $82,373.21 for fire station exhaust removal system with $8,237.33 city match
• Submittal of Working Draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development

The Council voted 3-2 to authorize submittal of the Working Draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, with the re-addition of a possible Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) program, mandatory non-binding mediation in program 5C, and specific tenant protection bullet points. A substitute motion to remove TOPA failed 2-3. The Council also approved a restated amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement correcting a base salary error (4-1), and adopted Resolution 2022-93 allowing continued video/teleconference meetings under AB 361 (5-0).

• Authorized submittal of Working Draft Housing Element to HCD with TOPA re-added, mandatory non-binding mediation, and tenant protection bullet points (3-2)
• Failed substitute motion to remove TOPA, correct parking requirement, and amend program 5C (2-3)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-93 allowing video/teleconference meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
• Approved Restated Amendment No. 3 to City Manager employment agreement correcting base salary (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar less Item 7-9 (5-0)
• Approved Item 7-9, second reading of Ordinance 2022-03 on San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan (4-1)
• Ratified payrolls totaling $2,920,215.15 and bills totaling $4,514,479.39
• Appointed John Miki to Climate Action Committee and Maria Barakat and Flor Elizabeth Rios to Social & Economic Justice Commission

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will discuss a special education audit response and recognize Latino/Latinx Heritage Month. The meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiations and legal counsel, as well as a consent calendar for various personnel and service contracts.

• Staff report on Special Education Audit Response - Part 1
• Resolution 2022-23:04 recognizing Latino/Latinx Heritage Month
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Joanne Wile for mental health coordination
• Overnight field trips to YMCA Camp Campbell for Marin and Cornell Elementary 4th graders
• Contract renewal with Fulcrum Management Solutions (ThoughtExchange) for 2022-23

The Albany Board of Education approved a Provisional Internship Permit for Remya Manorema to fill a special education teaching vacancy at Ocean View Elementary. The board also adopted a resolution recognizing Latino/Latinx Heritage Month and approved the consent calendar with 13 items, removing one item listed in error. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved Provisional Internship Permit for Remya Manorema as Special Education: Mild-Moderate Teacher at Ocean View Elementary (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-23:04 recognizing Latino/Latinx Heritage Month September 15–October 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar with 13 items, removed item 7-H (Student Teaching Agreement) in error (unanimous)

Board of Education Special Workshop -REVISED

The Board of Education is holding a special workshop to discuss the upcoming school year. Discussion items include the Superintendent's vision and the establishment of measurable objectives.

• Superintendent's Vision for 2022-2023 School Year
• Review of Goals and Objectives for 2022-23 School Year
• Setting Measurable Objectives for the 2022-2023 School Year

Board of Education Special Meeting

The Board of Education will meet to consult with legal counsel regarding two potential court cases. The meeting consists primarily of a closed session, with a brief open session for reporting actions taken.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case of significant exposure to litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case for the initiation of litigation

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education held a special meeting on August 23, 2022, primarily in closed session to discuss potential litigation. The board approved the agenda and adjourned to closed session, but reported taking no action in closed session. No substantive decisions were made during the open session.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session for legal counsel discussions
• Reported no action taken in closed session

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will discuss the 2022 summer school report and decide on personnel assignments. The meeting includes several contract approvals and an amendment for the Marin Elementary Re-Build Project.

• Amendment #06 to Design-Build Services for Marin Elementary Re-Build Project with Alten Construction Inc.
• Purchase of a vehicle from Mobility Works and electric ovens from Douglas Equipment
• Furniture purchase for Cornell Elementary School from School Specialty
• Independent Contractor Services Agreements with Architechnica, Future Flooring Group, and Allied Construction
• Conference with Albany Teachers Association (ATA) in closed session

The Board approved a Certificated and Classified Personnel Assignment Order (PAO) with two exceptions, then separately approved status changes for Michelle Sinclair (to Director of Professional Development) and Ana Delgado (to Ocean View Principal) on a 4-0-1 vote. The Board also approved a Provisional Internship Permit for a 2nd grade teacher, an amendment to the Marin Elementary rebuild contract, and school site and committee assignments for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Approved PAO with two exceptions for Michelle Sinclair and Ana Delgado (unanimous)
• Approved status changes for Michelle Sinclair and Ana Delgado (4-0-1, Davidson absent)
• Approved Provisional Internship Permit for Fiona Rhea as 2nd grade teacher (unanimous, Davidson absent)
• Approved Amendment #06 to Design-Build Agreement with Alten Construction for Marin Elementary rebuild (unanimous, Davidson absent)
• Approved school site assignments for Board members through December 2022 (unanimous, Davidson absent)
• Approved committee assignments for Board members through December 2022 (4-0-1, Davidson absent)

AUSD Special Meeting/Workshop

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to discuss internal governance, board member roles, and meeting structures. The session includes a review of the 2021-2022 self-evaluation results and training on the Governance Handbook.

• Resolution No. 2022-23-01 to allow video/teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Certificated and Classified Personnel Assignment Orders
• Review of 2021-2022 Board of Education self-evaluation results
• Discussion on board meeting structure and AUSD Rules of Order
• Governance training regarding committee and school site appointments

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review the Albany Sidewalk Repair Program, including proposed phases for construction. Discussion also includes potential new regulations for shared scooters and updates on parklet guidelines.

• Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 6 project authorization
• Conditional approval of Sidewalk Repair Phase 7 and Phase 8 projects
• Local Road Safety Plan safety countermeasure presentation
• Draft Parklet Program Guidelines review
• Shared scooter regulations discussion

The commission approved the Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 6 repair locations and conditionally approved Phases 7 and 8 for the 2022-2023 schedule. It also recommended City Council approve the Parklet Program Guidelines with modifications, including rejecting the 40% constraint and allowing temporary parklets under two months to use up to three diagonal and two parallel spaces. The commission received reports on asphalt art safety and dangerous by design, and discussed local road safety and scooter regulations without action.

• Approved Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 6 repair locations and conditionally approved Phases 7 and 8 (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Parklet Program Guidelines with modifications (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 4-2 and 4-3 (asphalt art safety study and dangerous by design report) (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of June 23, 2022 as revised (3-0)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will discuss the submittal of the Working Draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The body will also review Policing Commission applications and discuss storm drain improvements for a specific development.

• Authorization to submit Working Draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development
• Update on applications for the Policing Commission
• Discussion on storm drain improvements for planned housing at 540 San Pablo Avenue

The Council voted 4-1 to select Option B for the Policing Commission appointment timeline, with Vice Mayor Tiedemann dissenting. A motion to release the Draft Housing Element for a 30-day public comment period was withdrawn and will return on September 6, 2022. The Council also received an update on storm drain improvements for the 540 San Pablo Avenue housing development, with no action required.

• Selected Option B for Policing Commission appointments (4-1)
• Withdrew motion to release Draft Housing Element for public comment; item returns 9/6/22
• Received update on storm drain improvements at 540 San Pablo Avenue; no action taken

Financial Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Annual Audit and a tax measure for the November 2022 ballot. Members will also discuss unfunded pension liabilities and updates to the current work plan.

• Fiscal Year 2020-21 Audit Overview
• November 2022 Local Ballot Measures tax measure review
• Discussion on unfunded pension liabilities
• Work Plan update for City Council

The Financial Advisory Committee voted unanimously to postpone discussion of the November 2022 local ballot measures to a special meeting on September 7, 2022, at 4:00 PM. The committee also reviewed the FY 2020-21 audit but took no action on it. The meeting was adjourned early, with pension liability and work plan updates deferred to the special meeting.

• Motion passed to move item 5-2 (November 2022 ballot measures) to a special meeting (5-0)
• Special meeting scheduled for September 7, 2022, at 4:00 PM
• FY 2020-21 audit reviewed, no action taken
• Pension liabilities discussion deferred to special meeting
• Work plan update for Council deferred to special meeting

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Board of Police & Fire Pension Fund Commissioners will meet to ratify pension payments for April, May, and June 2022. The board will also receive an investment report for the quarters ending June 30, 2022.

• Ratification of April 2022 pension payments: $97,968.72
• Ratification of May 2022 pension payments: $97,968.72
• Ratification of June 2022 pension payments: $97,968.72
• Investment report presentation by Dewey Tieu of CIBC
• Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes

The Albany Police & Fire Pension Board met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which ratified pension payments for April, May, and June 2022 (each $97,968.72) and approved the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes. The board also noted and filed an investment report from CIBC for the quarter ending March 31, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Ratified April 2022 pension payments of $97,968.72 (unanimous)
• Ratified May 2022 pension payments of $97,968.72 (unanimous)
• Ratified June 2022 pension payments of $97,968.72 (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted and filed CIBC investment report for quarter ending March 31, 2022

Ranked Choice Voting Information Session

The city is conducting a virtual information session to explain Ranked Choice Voting (RCV). The session covers how the system works and its impact on elections and campaigns.

• RCV 101: explanation of what Ranked Choice Voting is and how it works
• Discussion on how RCV changes election campaigns and vote goals

Climate Action Committee - CANCELLED

The scheduled meeting for the Albany Climate Action Committee on July 20, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included items such as a green building code update and electric vehicle charging pilot program updates.

• 2022 Green Building Code Update
• Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program update
• Heat Pump Rebate Program launch update
• Free Waste Sorting Containers for Businesses and Multifamily Units update

Planning & Zoning Commission - Special Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will receive public comment and provide feedback on the Draft Goals, Policies, and Programs for the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The body may recommend that the City Council submit a working draft to the State Department of Housing and Community Development for initial review.

• Discussion of 2023-2031 Albany General Plan Housing Element Draft Goals, Policies, and Programs

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend that the City Council approve submittal of the Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for initial review. The motion also allowed staff to incorporate comments from the meeting. The action does not adopt the Housing Element; a revised version will be considered after HCD review. Commissioner Donaldson announced his resignation effective August 1, 2022.

• Recommended City Council approve submittal of Working Draft Housing Element to HCD (4-0-0-1, Watty absent)
• Allowed staff to incorporate meeting comments into the draft
• Noted Commissioner Donaldson's resignation effective August 1, 2022

Albany City Council

The City Council is considering the adoption of the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, including zoning ordinance amendments and general plan updates. The body is also discussing the placement of two tax measures on the November 8, 2022, ballot.

• Public hearing for San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments
• Proposed Business License Tax and Emergency Medical Services/Fire Protection Tax for Nov 8 election
• Contract for Swinerton Management & Consulting for Marin Avenue project: $148,246.00
• Contract amendment for CSG Consultants, Inc for drainage design: $88,850
• Community Development Block Grant agreement with Alameda County: $116,065

The Albany City Council adopted the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, including General Plan amendments, design guidelines, and zoning ordinance changes, with Council Member Gary voting no on the plan and zoning items. The council also approved a consent calendar covering payroll, bills, and various contracts, and authorized placing delinquent garbage bills on the county tax roll. A proposed business license tax measure was not placed on the November ballot, with consensus that more work is needed.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-87 amending General Plan and EIR addendum (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-88 adopting San Pablo Specific Plan and design guidelines (4-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 2022-03 amending zoning code (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar less items 7-8 and 7-12 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-83 for CDBG agreement with Alameda County ($116,065) (4-1)
• Directed staff to plan rainbow crosswalk at Solano and Cornell (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-89 authorizing delinquent garbage bills on tax roll (4-1)
• Adopted Resolutions 2022-91 and 2022-92 for election consolidation and argument rules (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will review a street tree removal application and discuss selecting an additional member for the Flex Court subcommittee. The meeting also includes reports on public restrooms at Ohlone Greenway and community engagement.

• Street tree removal application for 824 Ramona Ave.
• Selection of an additional Flex Court subcommittee member
• Public Restrooms on Ohlone Greenway report
• Flex Court subcommittee report
• Community Engagement report

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission approved the removal of a New Zealand Christmas Tree at 824 Ramona Ave. and added Commissioner Frank to the Flex Court Subcommittee. Both motions passed unanimously with no opposition, though one commissioner abstained on the tree removal. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved tree removal application for 824 Ramona Ave. (6-0-1)
• Added Commissioner Frank to Flex Court Subcommittee (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review draft guidelines for the Solano Avenue Outdoor Dining Parklet Program. The agenda also includes several residential projects, including a parcel merger at 540 San Pablo Avenue and new home constructions.

• Merge 9 contiguous parcels into one 2.18-acre parcel at 540 San Pablo Avenue
• Solano Avenue Outdoor Dining Parklet Program Guidelines
• Design Review for a new single-family home at 829 Santa Fe Avenue
• Design Review and Parking Exception for a rear addition at 1146 Evelyn Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Solano Avenue Outdoor Dining Parklet Program Guidelines, with staff to consider commission comments before presenting to the City Council. The commission also continued the tentative parcel map for 540 San Pablo Avenue to a date uncertain to clarify storm drain details, and continued the design review for 829 Santa Fe Avenue for potential redesign. The design review and parking exception for 1146 Evelyn Avenue was approved as proposed with the staff recommendation.

• Approved Solano Avenue Outdoor Dining Parklet Program Guidelines (3-1)
• Continued PA22-039 tentative parcel map for 540 San Pablo Avenue to a date uncertain (4-0)
• Continued PA22-037 design review for 829 Santa Fe Avenue (4-0)
• Approved PA22-038 design review and parking exception at 1146 Evelyn Avenue (4-0)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will meet to discuss adding members to current or new subcommittees. The meeting also includes updates from several active subcommittees.

• Discussion of members joining subcommittees
• Sculpture Loan Program Subcommittee report
• Fall into Haiku Subcommittee report
• Arts / Economic Development Subcommittee report
• Creative Justice Art Project Subcommittee report

The Albany Arts Committee approved adding Member Shah to the Arts/Economic Development Subcommittee. The committee also approved the June 13, 2022 action minutes and received updates from various subcommittees. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 13, 2022 action minutes (6-0)
• Added Member Shah to Arts/Economic Development Subcommittee (6-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss a potential ballot measure to update the city's business license tax. The meeting also includes a presentation on a revised long-term parklet program and the selection of a committee representative for the Albany Creative Justice Project panel.

• Presentation of potential ballot measure to update the Business License Tax
• Revised draft long-term parklet program regarding location, size, and design
• Selection of an EDC representative for the Albany Creative Justice Project Panel
• Subcommittee reports on economic development strategies and business recruitment

The Albany Economic Development Committee met virtually on July 7, 2022, and discussed several items but took no formal votes. They reviewed a potential ballot measure to update the business license tax, a revised draft long-term parklet program, and the selection of a non-voting representative for the Albany Creative Justice Project Panel. Subcommittee reports were also presented. No decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded in the minutes

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Commission will review subcommittee reports covering racial equity, mental health, housing, aging, and youth leadership. The meeting includes a presentation from Alameda County Behavioral Services and potential actions regarding various social justice initiatives.

• Presentation from Alameda County Behavioral Services
• Review of RFQ Response recommendations for City Council Ad Hoc Committee
• Selection of a member for the Albany Creative Justice Project Panel
• Racial Equity Subcommittee reports on policies and reparations
• Housing Subcommittee discussion on a housing forum and homeless task force

Albany City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss placing a special tax for emergency medical services and fire protection on the November 8, 2022 ballot. The body is also deciding on election regulations and a contract extension for waste collection services.

• Public hearing for a new Emergency Medical Services, Advanced Life Support, and Fire Protection Tax
• Calling for a General Municipal Election on November 8, 2022, using ranked-choice voting
• Proposed 5-year extension of the Collection Services Agreement with Waste Management of Alameda County
• Ratification of payroll totaling $763,072.84
• Ratification of bills and claims in the amounts of $1,498,735.65 and $103,944.09

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will vote on the FY 2022-2023 budget and the 2022-23 Local Control Accountability Plan. The meeting includes discussions on student advocacy and achievement, as well as potential rate adjustments for school-age programs.

• FY 2022-2023 Budget Adoption
• 2022-23 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Approval
• Rate Adjustments for School Age (Before and After School) Program
• Restroom renovations at 1216 Solano Ave. (M.R. Christensen Construction)
• Workstations at 1216 Solano Ave. (AAA Business Interiors)

The Albany Board of Education approved several key items, including an amendment to the superintendent's contract extending it by one year and reducing retirement eligibility from seven to five years of service (4-1). The board also unanimously adopted the FY 2022-23 budget, a resolution designating committed fund balances, and approved rate increases for the before/after school program, with an exemption for TK and Kindergarten families (4-1).

• Approved Amendment #4 to Superintendent's Contract (4-1, Durón no)
• Approved 2022-23 LCAP and Local Indicators (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2022-2023 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-22-38 designating committed fund balance (unanimous)
• Approved rate adjustments for School Age Program, exempting TK/K families (4-1, Doss no)
• Approved consent calendar including contracts and agreements (unanimous)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review speed survey data for traffic calming requests and a collision analysis for the Local Road Safety Plan. Staff will also present reconstruction plans for Phase 2 of the Marin Avenue Pavement and Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project.

• Review of Traffic Calming Request Speed Survey Data
• Local Road Safety Plan Collision Analysis and Draft Emphasis Areas
• Marin Avenue Pavement and Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project — Phase 2
• Monthly Police Data on Collisions and Citations

The Transportation Commission voted to proceed to design for traffic calming measures on Masonic, Santa Fe, Key Route, and Taylor streets, directing staff to return with design and cost estimates. The Commission also recommended City Council approval of the Marin Avenue Pavement and Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project Phase 2, including bulb-outs at the Ventura Avenue crosswalk. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and discussion on the Local Road Safety Plan and speed survey data.

• Approved motion to proceed to design for traffic calming on Masonic, Santa Fe, Key Route, and Taylor (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Recommended City Council approve Marin Avenue Pavement and Curb Ramp Rehabilitation Project Phase 2, including bulb-outs at Ventura Avenue crosswalk (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including May 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Extended meeting to 9:50 p.m. (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Albany Planning & Zoning Commission will consider making a recommendation to the City Council on the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, including draft General Plan amendments, Design Guidelines, and Zoning Code changes. The plan aims to guide mixed-use development along San Pablo Avenue. The Commission will also review a design review and parking reduction request for a residential addition.

• San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan: recommendation on draft plan, General Plan amendment, Design Guidelines, and Zoning Code amendments
• PA22-033: Design Review and Parking Reduction for a single-story rear addition at 907 Ventura Avenue
• Consent Calendar: approval of May 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunities via email, video, or phone

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, including General Plan amendments, design guidelines, and zoning code changes, to the City Council. The plan aims to facilitate mixed-use development along San Pablo Avenue. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included design review and a parking reduction for a home addition at 907 Ventura Avenue.

• Approved consent calendar including May 25, 2022 minutes and design review/parking reduction for 907 Ventura Avenue (3-0-1)
• Recommended Resolution 2022-03 (General Plan amendments and EIR addendum) to City Council (4-1)
• Recommended Resolution 2022-04 (San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, Design Guidelines, Community Benefits) to City Council (4-1)
• Recommended Resolution 2022-05 (Planning and Zoning Code amendments) to City Council (4-1)

Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session meeting. The body will meet with labor negotiators to discuss the Superintendent.

• Conference with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented employee (Superintendent)

Albany City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve several fiscal year 2022-23 tax rates and appropriation limits. The body will also consider contracts for library services, homeless outreach, and sidewalk rehabilitation.

• Contract Change Order No. 5 for Marin Avenue Pavement and Curb Ramp Rehabilitation: $1,883,404.00
• Contract with Berkeley Food and Housing Project for Project HOPE: not to exceed $1,252,272
• Contract with County of Alameda for additional library services: $725,440
• Construction Contract No. C22-14 to MCE Corporation for sidewalk rehabilitation: $249,450
• Appropriation Limit for 2022-23 fiscal year: $28,401,163

The Albany City Council approved a two-year contract with Berkeley Food and Housing Project for homeless outreach and housing navigation services at a cost not to exceed $1,252,272, and authorized a $725,440 agreement with Alameda County for additional library services. The council also adopted the FY 2022-23 Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Expenditure Plan with amendments, and approved several resolutions including the appropriation limit, tax rates, and assessment levies. All votes were unanimous except for the beverage tax plan, which passed 4-1.

• Approved $1,252,272 contract with Berkeley Food & Housing Project for Project HOPE (5-0)
• Approved $725,440 agreement with Alameda County for library services (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2022-23 Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Expenditure Plan with amendments (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-64 setting appropriation limit at $28,401,163 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-65 confirming FY 2022-23 special taxes and fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-66 approving pension override tax rate (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-71 levying assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-72 amending Master Fee Schedule (5-0)

AUSD Board of Education Special Closed Session

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education is meeting in a special closed session. The body will conduct a conference with labor negotiators regarding the Superintendent.

• Conference with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented employee (Superintendent)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss a home electrification mandate proposal and determine the future of its Outreach and Engagement Subcommittee. The meeting also includes updates on electric vehicle charging, heat pump rebates, and waste sorting containers.

• Home Electrification Mandate Proposal discussion
• Outreach and Engagement Subcommittee scope and membership discussion
• Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program update
• Heat Pump Rebate Program launch update
• Free Waste Sorting Containers for businesses and multifamily units update

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct a closed session regarding negotiations, personnel, and litigation before moving to an open session. The open session includes discussions on school plans, various service contracts, and public hearings for the budget and LCAP.

• Resolution No. 2021-22-33: Proclaiming June 19 (Juneteenth Day) as an annual holiday
• 2022-23 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSAs) for elementary and high schools
• Measure B Parcel Tax Rate Increase for 2022-23
• Public Hearing: 2022-23 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
• Public Hearing: FY 2022-23 Budget

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions for Juneteenth as an annual holiday, video/teleconference meetings under AB 361, and a Measure B parcel tax rate increase. The board also unanimously approved the State Facilities Funding Grant Plan and three independent contractor contracts for playground construction at Cornell Elementary. Public hearings were held on the 2022-23 LCAP and budget, with final approval scheduled for June 28, 2022.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-22-33 proclaiming Juneteenth as an annual holiday (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including AB 361 video meeting resolution and Measure B tax increase (5-0)
• Approved State Facilities Funding Grant Plan (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Gates and Associates for Cornell playground design (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Pacific Site Management for playground landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved contract with KYA Services LLC for playground hardscape (unanimous)
• Held public hearings on 2022-23 LCAP and FY 2022-23 budget; final approval set for June 28, 2022

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will meet to discuss several community art programs. Discussion items include the Poet Laureate Program deadline, Community Center Foyer Art Gallery schedules, and the Creative Justice Art Project.

• Poet Laureate Program submission deadline extension discussion
• Community Center Foyer Art Gallery schedule and program fee review
• Creative Justice Art Project panel recommendation review

The Albany Arts Committee approved a motion to rescind the application and marketing fees for the Community Center Foyer Art Gallery for the 2023 calendar year, with the city covering those costs (6-1). The committee also approved Chair Gach's recommendation of panelists for the Creative Justice Art Project and authorized creation of a subcommittee if any recommended panelists cannot join. The May 9, 2022 action minutes were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were discussions or updates.

• Approved May 9, 2022 action minutes (6-0)
• Rescinded gallery application and marketing fees for 2023, city to cover costs (6-1)
• Approved Chair Gach's panelist recommendations for Creative Justice Art Project (6-0)
• Authorized subcommittee for Creative Justice Art Project if panelists can't join (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Commission will consider several applications for street tree removals. They will also discuss comments from the City Council regarding an amendment to the 2021-2023 Work Plan.

• Street tree removal application: 1249 Marin Ave.
• Street tree removal application: North side of Marin Ave. between Masonic Ave. and Key Route Blvd.
• Street tree removal application: 1435 Thousand Oaks Blvd.
• Discussion of 2021-2023 Work Plan amendment and subcommittee selection

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission approved three street tree removal applications at 1249 Marin Ave., the north side of Marin Ave. between Masonic Ave. and Key Route Blvd., and 1435 Thousand Oaks Blvd. It also approved the creation of two subcommittees: one for a flex court and one for research community engagement, as part of an amendment to the 2021-2023 Work Plan. All motions passed with no opposition, though some commissioners abstained or were absent.

• Approved tree removal at 1249 Marin Ave. (4-0-1, Price abstaining)
• Approved tree removal on north side of Marin Ave. between Masonic and Key Route Blvd. (4-0-1, Price abstaining)
• Approved tree removal at 1435 Thousand Oaks Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved creation of flex court subcommittee with Commissioners Frank and Kent (5-0)
• Approved creation of research community engagement subcommittee with Commissioners Armendariz and Price (5-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Social & Economic Justice Commission will review reports from several subcommittees. Discussion topics include racial equity actions, mental health services, housing forums, and youth leadership.

• Berkeley Food & Housing Project – Project HOPE Presentation/Report
• Establishment of a subcommittee to review Racial Equity and Next Actions RFQ responses
• Racial Equity Subcommittee: recommendations on policies and reparations
• Mental Health Subcommittee: availability and quality of services
• Housing Subcommittee: creation of a housing forum and homeless task force exploration

Albany City Council

The City Council is seeking direction on several potential tax measures for the November 8, 2022 election, including a commercial vacancy tax and a fire protection tax. The body is also reviewing various infrastructure contracts and public art funding.

• Proposed voter measures for Business License Tax, commercial vacancy tax, and EMS/Fire Protection Tax
• Appropriation of $368,526.17 for Fire Department monitor/defibrillators and radios
• Marin Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project using $410,530 in RMRA allocation
• Construction contract for Kains Avenue/Adams Street Bicycle Boulevard Pilot Project for $138,058
• Proposed waiver of permit fees for replacing gas-fired appliances with electric appliances

The Albany City Council approved the consent calendar, which included ratifying payroll and bills, adopting resolutions for fire department equipment purchases, road rehabilitation projects, and proclamations. The council also approved the Kains Avenue/Adams Street Bicycle Boulevard Pilot Project contract. Council directed staff to prepare a fee waiver for gas-to-electric appliance conversions.

• Approved consent calendar with amendments to Resolution 2022-62 (5-0)
• Approved Kains Avenue/Adams Street Bicycle Boulevard Pilot Project contract to Bayside Stripe & Seal, Inc. for $138,058 (4-1)
• Authorized $368,526.17 from reserve funds for new fire department monitor/defibrillators and radios
• Authorized $410,530 RMRA allocation for Marin Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Directed staff to prepare Master Fee Schedule amendment waiving permit fees for gas-to-electric appliance conversions (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District 1988-1, setting public hearing for June 21, 2022
• Approved $1,500 in stipends for Albany Creative Justice Art Project panelists
• Ratified payroll of $716,789.95 and bills totaling $1,568,241.13

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review a revised draft for a long-term parklet program, including design and location regulations. The body will also elect a Vice Chair and receive reports from various economic development subcommittees.

• Revised draft long-term parklet program regulations for location, size, and design
• Election of Vice Chair
• Subcommittee report on business recruitment and retention for women, BIPOC, and LGBTQA+ owned businesses
• Subcommittee report on job fair and web portal for business hiring
• Subcommittee report on encouraging art in commercial areas

The Albany Economic Development Committee approved the May 5, 2022 minutes (4-0-1) and elected Jennifer Hansen-Romero as Vice Chair (5-0). Staff presented a revised draft long-term parklet program, but no action was taken on it. The committee also dissolved the subcommittee on collaboration with other city committees and local organizations (5-0).

• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Elected Hansen-Romero as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Dissolved Subcommittee to Look for Ways to Collaborate with Other City Committees and Local Organizations (5-0)

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed 12-unit mixed-use housing project. The body will consider a categorical exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act, a design review, and a conditional use permit for the site.

• Public hearing for 12-unit mixed-use housing project (PA#21-015) at 1600 Solano Avenue
• Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 2022-51

The Albany City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-51, granting a categorical exemption from CEQA, design review, and a conditional use permit for a new 12-unit mixed-use housing project at 1600 Solano Avenue, pursuant to California Density Bonus Law. The project includes two low-income units, a ground-floor medical office, and reduced parking. The vote was 4-0, with Council Member Gary absent.

• Approved Resolution 2022-51 for 12-unit mixed-use project at 1600 Solano Ave (4-0)
• Approved categorical exemption from CEQA for the project
• Approved design review for the project
• Approved conditional use permit for ground-floor medical space
• Approved density bonus with 50% increase (8 to 12 units) and waivers for FAR, height, open space, and parking

Board of Education Closed Session

The Board of Education is holding a special closed session meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the evaluation of the Superintendent.

• Personnel: Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation

Transportation Commission

The Commission will discuss citywide pavement conditions and projected costs for repairs. They are reviewing specific street rehabilitation designs and a revised draft for a long-term parklet program to recommend for City Council approval.

• Pavement designs for Jackson Street, Kains Avenue, Cornell Avenue, Evelyn Avenue, Masonic Avenue, and Carmel Avenue
• Revised draft long-term parklet program regulations for location, size, and design
• Citywide Pavement Condition Evaluation and Program Planning update
• Monthly Police Data on Collisions and Citations
• Shared Mobility Data presentation

The Transportation Commission recommended City Council approve the 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Program, adding a change to replace sharrows with bicycle boulevard stencils on Kains Avenue. They also approved edits to the long-term parklet program, removing the two-space-per-applicant limit and clarifying annual fee reductions for publicly accessible areas. The consent calendar, including April minutes, was approved with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended City Council approve 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Program with bicycle boulevard stencils on Kains Avenue (4-0)
• Approved edits to parklet guidelines removing two-space limit and clarifying fee reductions (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including April 28, 2022 minutes (3-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a temporary use permit for a large-scale food festival and review design requests for two residential additions. The body will also review meeting minutes from May 11, 2022.

• Temporary Use Permit for FoodieLand Night Market at Golden Gate Fields (1100 Eastshore Hwy) for August and October 2022
• Design Review and Parking Reduction for a rear addition at 614 Kains Avenue
• Design Review for a second story addition at 631 Carmel Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a design review for a second-story addition at 631 Carmel Avenue, a temporary use permit for the FoodieLand Night Market at Golden Gate Fields, and a consent calendar item for a rear addition at 614 Kains Avenue. The minutes from May 11, 2022, were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved design review for second-story addition at 631 Carmel Avenue
• Approved temporary use permit for FoodieLand Night Market at Golden Gate Fields
• Approved design review and parking reduction for rear addition at 614 Kains Avenue
• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes

AUSD Board of Education Special Meeting: Closed Session Only

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special closed session meeting. The board is scheduled to discuss the evaluation of the Superintendent.

• Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will review comprehensive school safety plans and hold a public hearing regarding the sufficiency of instructional materials. The meeting also includes recognition of retiring employees and a spotlight on Albany High School and MacGregor High School.

• Resolution No. 2021-22-31: Proclaiming June 2022 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
• Services Agreement with Bay City Surplus for disposal of surplus items
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Pacific Site Management
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with SyTech Solutions
• Public Hearing and Review of Resolution No. 2021-22-32: Sufficiency of Instructional Materials

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education approved the consent calendar, including personnel orders and service agreements, and ratified a Memorandum of Understanding with the SEIU. The board also approved the Comprehensive School Safety Plans and Resolution No. 2021-2022-32 on sufficiency of instructional materials. A resolution proclaiming June 2022 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month was adopted. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved agenda with change to pull Albany High School and MacGregor High School spotlight (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-22-31 proclaiming June 2022 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent calendar including personnel orders, service agreements, and donation report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-2022-32 on sufficiency of instructional materials (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Ratified MOU between SEIU and AUSD (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (4-0, 1 abstention)

AUSD Board of Education Special Workstudy Session: School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) - Elementary Schools

The Board of Education will hold a special workstudy session to review and discuss student achievement plans. The discussion focuses on the 2022-2023 plans for three local elementary schools.

• Review of 2022-2023 School Plans for Student Achievement for Cornell Elementary
• Review of 2022-2023 School Plans for Student Achievement for Marin Elementary
• Review of 2022-2023 School Plans for Student Achievement for Ocean View Elementary

Albany City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a performance evaluation for City Manager Nicole Almaguer in closed session. The Council will also consider a resolution to allow adjustments to the starting time of regular meetings.

• Resolution No. 2022-50: Authorizing the starting time of Regular Meetings of the City Council to be adjusted when necessary
• Closed session to discuss performance evaluation of City Manager Nicole Almaguer

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-50, as amended, allowing regular meeting start times to vary between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM when necessary. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a closed session item on a public employee performance evaluation.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-50, as amended, allowing regular meeting start times between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM (5-0)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet virtually to receive progress reports on specific work plan items. The committee is discussing and may take action on matters regarding the voting age and City Council compensation.

• Progress report on lowering voting age
• Progress report on City Council compensation
• Approval of March 17, 2022 draft minutes

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review staff presentations regarding the City of Albany All-Electric Ordinance and a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update. The committee will also receive reports from its Engagement and Outreach and Zero Emission Transportation subcommittees.

• City of Albany All-Electric Ordinance presentation
• Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Home Electrification Mandate Subcommittee presentation
• Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program update
• Local Road Safety Plan website launch

The Albany Climate Action Committee discussed and provided feedback on the draft all-electric ordinance, recommending no restaurant exemptions and using the fire sprinkler trigger for remodels. They also supported requiring electric appliances in detached ADUs or any new ADU appliances. The committee received updates on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and a home electrification mandate proposal, but took no formal votes on these items. The meeting was extended to 9:15 PM and adjourned at 9:05 PM.

• Approved April 20, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended no restaurant exemptions in all-electric ordinance
• Recommended fire sprinkler trigger for remodels in all-electric ordinance
• Supported electric requirements for detached ADUs or any new ADU appliances
• Extended meeting to 9:15 PM (4-0)

Albany City Council (Virtual Meeting)

The City Council will discuss sewer rehabilitation funding and pedestrian improvements on San Pablo Avenue. The body is also reviewing city employee salary schedules and staffing updates for FY2022-2023.

• Contract Change Order No. 1 for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project: not-to-exceed $1,378,994
• Appropriation of $3,000,000 from Sewer Capital Fund for Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program
• Contract with Zoon Engineering for San Pablo Avenue Pedestrian Improvements: not-to-exceed $90,960
• Police radio encryption using grant funds: $42,629.63
• Appropriation of $28,250 from general fund reserves for Sogorea Te’ Land Trust

The Albany City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-48, appropriating funds for Fiscal Year 2022-23 staffing changes, and Resolution No. 2022-49, updating the salary schedule for City employees, with the second recreation coordinator position removed from the motion. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included several resolutions and contract awards, and approved amendments to the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission work plan. Additionally, the council appropriated $28,000 of general fund reserve monies for a contribution to the Sogorea Te' Land Trust.

• Approved FY 2022-23 staffing changes and salary schedule updates, less the second recreation coordinator position (3-1)
• Approved consent calendar including payroll, bills, and multiple resolutions (3-0)
• Approved amendments to Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission work plan (3-1)
• Appropriated $28,000 of general fund reserve monies for Sogorea Te' Land Trust contribution (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-42 allowing video/teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-43 approving $42,629.63 for police radio encryption
• Authorized contract C22-32 with Zoon Engineering for $90,960.00 for San Pablo Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
• Approved Contract Change Order No. 1 for sewer rehabilitation in not-to-exceed amount of $1,378,994

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will receive an update on the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project and natural areas maintenance. The body will also discuss and possibly act on several applications for the removal of street trees.

• Update on Eucalyptus Project on Albany Hill and Natural Areas Maintenance
• Tree removal application: 620 Curtis St (Chinese Pistache)
• Tree removal application: 654 San Gabriel Ave (Coast Live Oak)
• Tree removal application: 841 Santa Fe (2 Liquidambar)
• Tree removal applications: 1435 Thousand Oaks Blvd, 1000 San Pablo Ave, and 1350 Washington Ave

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session on the 2023-2031 Housing Element focusing on fair housing. The body will also consider design reviews and parking exceptions for two residential additions and a conditional use permit for a dog play yard.

• Design Review and Parking Exception for lower level conversion at 813 Santa Fe Avenue
• Design Review and Parking Exception for second story addition at 1046 Pomona Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for East Bay Dog Service Play Yard at Caltrans Buchanan Parcel
• 2023-2031 City of Albany Housing Element work session on fair housing

The Albany Planning & Zoning Commission approved three items: a consent calendar including minutes and a lower-level conversion at 813 Santa Fe Avenue, a second-story addition at 1046 Pomona Avenue, and a conditional use permit for a dog service play yard at a Caltrans parcel. The commission also held a work session on the 2023-2031 Housing Element, discussing fair housing and zoning changes, but took no action on it.

• Approved consent calendar including April 27 minutes and lower-level conversion at 813 Santa Fe Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Approved second-story addition at 1046 Pomona Avenue with aluminum clad windows condition (4-0-0-1)
• Approved conditional use permit for East Bay Dog Service Play Yard with modifications: max 8 employees, 30 dogs, 7 days/week, 5-year permit (4-0-0-1)
• Held work session on 2023-2031 Housing Element; no action taken

AUSD Board of Education Special Workstudy Session: School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) - Secondary Schools

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special workstudy session to review and discuss student achievement plans. The discussion focuses on secondary school planning for the 2022 period.

• Review of 2022 School Plans for Student Achievement for Albany Middle School
• Review of 2022 School Plans for Student Achievement for Albany High School
• Review of 2022 School Plans for Student Achievement for MacGregor High School

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will review a contract for track and turf replacement at Cougar Field and the 2023-2024 school calendar. The meeting includes public hearings for negotiation proposals between the district and the Albany Teachers Association.

• Contract with KYA Services, LLC to remove and replace track and turf at Cougar Field
• Review and action on the 2023-2024 School Calendar
• Public hearings for Sunshine Negotiation Proposals between AUSD and Albany Teachers Association
• Special Education Audit Report
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Kimberly Cohn, MA, MFT, RDT-BCT

The Board approved the Independent Contractor Services Agreement with KYA Services, LLC to remove and replace track and turf at Cougar Field, along with Resolution No. 2021-22-27 authorizing the contract through the California Multiple Award Schedule. The motion passed 4-1, with Vice President Durón voting no, and two student advisory votes in favor. The Board also approved the 2023-2024 school year calendar, adopted resolutions for Jewish American Heritage Month and Classified Employees Appreciation Week, and approved the consent calendar including personnel orders and several agreements.

• Approved Independent Contractor Services Agreement with KYA Services, LLC for track and turf replacement at Cougar Field (4-1, Durón no; 2 student advisory yes)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-22-27 authorizing contract through California Multiple Award Schedule (4-1, Durón no)
• Approved 2023-2024 School Year Calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-22-28 proclaiming May 2022 as Jewish American Heritage Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-22-29 for Classified Employees Appreciation Week (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, Resolution No. 2021-22-30 (AB 361), personnel orders, and agreements (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (4-1, Doss absent)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will vote on submissions for the 2022 Community Center Foyer Gallery calendar. Members will also discuss funding for panelists for the Albany Creative Justice Art Project.

• Vote on submissions for Community Center Foyer Gallery 2022 shows
• Discussion on funding for Albany Creative Justice Art Project panelists
• Reports from Sculpture Loan Program Subcommittee
• Reports from Fall into Haiku Subcommittee
• Reports from Art in Public Places Ordinance Subcommittee

The Albany Arts Committee approved two submissions for the Community Center Foyer Gallery for the remainder of 2022 and voted to waive the entry fee for a third submission if resubmitted next year. They also decided to bring a funding request for three panelists for the Creative Justice Art Project to the City Council. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Member Wraxall absent.

• Approved 2 submissions for 2022 Foyer Gallery exhibits (5-0)
• Approved waiving entry fee for third submission if resubmitted next year (5-0)
• Approved bringing funding request for 3 Creative Justice Art Project panelists to City Council (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review a draft for a long-term parklet program, including rules for installation size, design, and location. The committee will also hear reports from various subcommittees regarding business recruitment, employment, and economic strategies.

• Draft long-term parklet program regulations
• Subcommittee report on business recruitment and retention for women, BIPOC, and LGBTQA+ owned businesses
• Subcommittee report on job fair and web portal for business hiring
• Subcommittee report on encouraging art in commercial areas
• Subcommittee report on economic development strategies and city consultations

The committee heard a staff presentation on a draft long-term parklet program, including proposed regulations for location, size, and design, but took no formal action. Subcommittee reports were also presented, outlining work on economic development strategies, business support for underrepresented groups, and other initiatives. The meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Heard staff presentation on draft long-term parklet program (no action)
• Received subcommittee reports on economic development, business support, and other topics (no action)

Financial Advisory Committee

The Financial Advisory Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2021-22 third quarter financial report. Members will also discuss potential new revenue sources and three tax measures under consideration for the November 2022 ballot.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2021-22 Third Quarter Financial Report
• Discussion of three tax measures for the November 2022 ballot
• Chair and Vice Chair election

The Financial Advisory Committee voted to recommend that the City Council use all available FY2020-21 surplus to pay down unfunded pension liability, with an amendment to allocate funds for high-priority asset replacement. The committee also approved removing items already under Council discussion from its revenue report and preparing a memo to Council. Additionally, the committee elected new officers and scheduled its next meeting for July 26, 2022.

• Recommended Council pay down unfunded pension liability with all available FY2020-21 surplus (3-1)
• Amended motion to add allocation for high-priority asset replacement
• Approved removing items already discussed by Council from revenue report and preparing memo to Council (4-0)
• Appointed Vice Chair Traynor as Chair (4-0)
• Appointed Member Priven as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 2, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Commission will hear a presentation from the Berkeley Food Network. Members will also receive updates and recommendations from several subcommittees regarding racial equity, mental health, housing, aging, and youth leadership.

• Berkeley Food Network Presentation
• Racial Equity Subcommittee reports on policies, practices, and reparations
• Mental Health Subcommittee reports on service availability and quality
• Housing Subcommittee discussion on a housing forum and homeless task force
• Aging/Disabled/Homebound Subcommittee reports on the Strategic Plan on Aging in Place

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meeting

The Council will hold a study session regarding the expenditure of FY2023 proceeds from the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax. The meeting also includes discussions on various city programs, including sidewalk rehabilitation, sewer projects, and wildfire resilience grants.

• Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax status update and FY2023 expenditure planning
• Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program Phase 5 call for bids
• Sewer Rehabilitation Project contract change order up to $754,531.20
• Wildfire Resilience Grant application of $230,000 for Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project
• Temporary street closures for Juneteenth, July 4th, and Solano Stroll

The Albany City Council approved a one-time $28,000 donation to the Sogorea Te' Land Trust as a Shuumi Land Tax payment, with annual reconsideration during future budget discussions. The council also adopted resolutions for a Policing Commission amendment, a Coastal Conservancy grant application for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project, and approved the consent calendar including a military equipment use policy. No substantive decisions were made on the sugar-sweetened beverage tax study session, which was only a discussion.

• Approved $28,000 one-time Shuumi Land Tax donation to Sogorea Te' Land Trust (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-31 amending Policing Commission establishment (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-41 authorizing Coastal Conservancy grant application for Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Ordinance 2022-02 (Military Equipment Use Policy) and resolutions for sidewalk, sewer, and street closures (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare amendment waiving candidate's statement fee in Voter Information Guide (5-0)
• Forwarded Aging in Place recommendations 1 and 3 to next Council Strategic Plan (5-0)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review a draft of a long-term parklet program including regulations for design and location. The meeting also includes a presentation on monthly police data regarding collisions and citations.

• Draft long-term parklet program presentation
• Monthly police data on collisions and citations
• Approval of March 24, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission discussed a draft long-term parklet program, covering regulations for location, size, design, fees, and accessibility, but took no final action. They also approved the Resolution of Appreciation for Ben Fong and the March 24, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution of Appreciation for Ben Fong (4-0)
• Approved March 24, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a design review and density bonus for a new 12-unit mixed-use building. Additionally, the body will discuss a conditional use permit and parking waiver for Bright Start Montessori Preschool at the same address.

• Design Review & Density Bonus for a new 60 ft. tall mixed-use building at 1600 Solano Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit & Parking Waiver for Bright Start Montessori Preschool at 1600 Solano Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a resolution recommending City Council approval of a mixed-use development at 1600 Solano Avenue, including a density bonus, with conditions such as enlarged balconies and a larger bike room. The commission also approved a separate resolution finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA. Additionally, the commission approved a conditional use permit and parking waiver for Bright Start Montessori Preschool at the same address, with a condition to relocate the bike rack.

• Approved Resolution for PA21-015 (1600 Solano Ave mixed-use) with conditions (3-1, Donaldson dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 finding CEQA categorical exemption for PA21-015 (3-1, Donaldson dissenting)
• Approved PA22-005 Conditional Use Permit and Parking Waiver for Bright Start Montessori Preschool with bike rack relocation condition (4-0)

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss a services agreement with KYA Services, LLC for field improvements. The board will also review bond audit reports and teacher recruitment and retention.

• Contract with KYA Services, LLC to remove and replace track and turf at Cougar Field
• FY 2020-21 Bond Measure B and E Financial and Performance Audit Reports
• Resolution No. 2021-22-25 proclaiming May 2022 as AAPI Heritage Month
• District reimbursement to City of Albany for Board of Education candidate statement fees
• Conference with Albany Teachers Association (ATA) in closed session

The Board voted down the proposed contract with KYA Services, LLC to replace the track and turf at Cougar Field, with a 3-2 vote against (plus two student advisory votes in favor). The Board directed staff to bring the item back on May 10 with a comparison of natural grass versus artificial turf, including expert input and detailed cost information. All other agenda items were approved, including resolutions for AAPI Heritage Month and Certificated Employees Appreciation Week, the consent calendar, and the FY 2020-21 bond audits.

• Rejected KYA Services track and turf contract (3 no, 2 yes, 2 student advisory yes)
• Directed staff to return with natural grass vs. turf comparison on May 10
• Approved Resolution 2021-22-25 proclaiming AAPI Heritage Month (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-22-26 for Certificated Employees Appreciation Week (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and personnel orders (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2020-21 Bond Measure B and E audit reports (unanimous)
• Approved Board self-evaluation tool (unanimous)
• Approved District reimbursement to City of Albany for candidate statement fees (unanimous)

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Board will review pension payments and investment reports. The agenda includes the ratification of monthly pension payments and updates regarding retiree pension payments.

• Ratification of February 2022 pension payments ($97,968.72)
• Ratification of March 2022 pension payments ($97,968.72)
• Approval of January 25, 2022, meeting action minutes
• Investment report presentation by Dewey Tieu of CIBC
• Discussion on updates to retiree pension payments

The Albany Police & Fire Pension Board approved updates to retiree pension payments and ratified pension payments for February and March 2022, each totaling $97,968.72. The board also approved the January 25, 2022 meeting minutes and noted the CIBC investment report for the quarter ending March 31, 2022. All votes were unanimous among the three members present, with two members absent.

• Approved updates to retiree pension payments (3-0)
• Ratified February 2022 pension payments of $97,968.72 (3-0)
• Ratified March 2022 pension payments of $97,968.72 (3-0)
• Approved January 25, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Noted and filed CIBC investment report for quarter ending March 31, 2022

Community Media Access Committee

The Community Media Access Committee will meet virtually to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also discuss the 2021-2023 Work Plan and receive updates from subcommittees.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• 2021-2023 Community Media Access Committee Work Plan
• Bulletin Board and Advisory Body Delegate Subcommittee updates
• Communications Update presentation

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss the Home Electrification Subcommittee mandate and review key performance indicators for the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. The meeting also includes updates on Earth Day 2022, a multifamily electric vehicle charging pilot program, and an all-electric ordinance.

• Proclamation of Appreciation for Laura Merchant
• Home Electrification Subcommittee Mandate presentation
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Key Performance Indicators
• Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program update
• All-Electric Ordinance update

AUSD Board of Education Special Workshop: AUSD Budget

The Board of Education will conduct an in-depth discussion regarding the district budget. The workshop covers how money is received and spent, including site allocations and district-wide programs.

• Workshop on AUSD budget including district-wide programs and site allocations

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings

The Council will hold a study session on collection services agreement negotiations with Waste Management of Alameda County. The regular meeting includes discussions on various ballot measures, including EMS/ALS funding and business license taxes.

• Waste Management of Alameda County (WMAC) collection services negotiation study session
• Washington Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project Phase 2 contract change order for $105,305.98
• FY 2022-23 Paratransit Program Plan Application for $77,670.82
• Potential EMS/ALS tax measure to fund emergency medical services and staffing
• Juneteenth celebration financial support up to $7,500

The Albany City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2022-02, establishing a Military Use Equipment Policy per AB 481, and approved the consent calendar. Council directed staff to prepare a land-area-based tax measure for EMS/ALS funding and discussed potential business license and vacancy tax ballot measures. The Council also approved up to $7,500 for the Juneteenth celebration and directed staff to waive bike parking installation fees.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-02, Military Use Equipment Policy per AB 481 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including payroll, bills, and resolutions (4-0)
• Directed staff to prepare EMS/ALS tax measure based on land area
• Approved up to $7,500 for Juneteenth celebration (4-0)
• Directed staff to draft resolution for Progress Pride Flag during June only (3-1)
• Directed staff to waive bike parking installation fee, funded by Measure DD reserve (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission is meeting to discuss the use of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax proceeds. The body will finalize a recommendation for the City Council regarding fund allocation for Fiscal Year 2023.

• Recommendation for use of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Proceeds for Fiscal Year 2023 (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023)

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission voted unanimously to finalize its recommendations for the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Council Study Session. The recommendations include adding outdoor recreational equipment on the Ohlone Greenway, installing water bottle filling stations at several locations, purchasing BikeLink lockers at the Albany Waterfront, and funding garden talks. The motion carried with all seven commissioners voting in favor.

• Approved recommendation to add outdoor recreational equipment on Ohlone Greenway (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to install water bottle filling stations along Ohlone Greenway, Solano Avenue, and near the freeway offramp (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to purchase four BikeLink lockers at Albany Waterfront (~$16,000 per quad) (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to allocate $1,000 for four 'Healthy Garden Talks' by Berkley Garden Club (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to install water bottle filling station at Waterfront Park (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss multiple residential projects involving second-story additions and basement conversions. These items include design reviews and requests for parking or conditional use exceptions.

• Second story addition at 1046 Pomona Avenue
• Two-level addition at 628 Talbot Avenue
• Second story addition at 805 Evelyn Avenue
• Second story addition and basement conversion at 1038 Peralta Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three residential projects: a second-story addition at 805 Evelyn Avenue (4-0, with one recusal), a two-story addition and basement conversion at 1038 Peralta Avenue (5-0), and a consent calendar that included a second-story addition at 1046 Pomona Avenue and a two-level addition at 628 Talbot Avenue (5-0). The commission also approved the March 23, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes and projects at 1046 Pomona Ave and 628 Talbot Ave (5-0)
• Approved design review and parking exception for 805 Evelyn Ave second-story addition (4-0, Watty recused)
• Approved design review and conditional use permit for 1038 Peralta Ave addition with bay window revision (5-0)

Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss the reduction of classified services and the need for fully qualified educators. The body will also consider a contract for fifth grade puberty education and review COVID-19 protocols.

• Resolution No. 2021-22-24: Reduction of Classified Services
• Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators
• Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Ivy Chen, MPH, for Fifth Grade Puberty Education
• Resolution No. 2021-22-21: Proclaiming April 2022 as Arab American Heritage Month
• Resolution No. 2021-22-22: Proclaiming May 2022 as Mental Health Awareness Month

The Albany Board of Education approved the A-G Improvement Grant (4-1), the annual Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators (unanimous), and Resolution 2021-22-24 reducing classified services (unanimous with one student advisory no). The board also adopted resolutions for Arab American Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, and approved the consent calendar. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved A-G Improvement Grant (4-1, Durón no)
• Approved Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-22-24: Reduction of Classified Services (unanimous, 1 student advisory no)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22-21: Arab American Heritage Month (4 yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22-22: Mental Health Awareness Month (4 yes, 1 absent)
• Approved consent calendar including AB 361 teleconference resolution, personnel orders, contractor agreement, and February reports (4 yes, 1 absent)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will discuss extending submission deadlines for the Albany Creative Justice Art Project, the Poet Laureate Program, and the Community Center Foyer Gallery. Members will also discuss the Art in Public Places Ordinance and receive subcommittee reports.

• Deadline extension consideration: Albany Creative Justice Art Project
• Deadline extension consideration: Poet Laureate Program
• Deadline extension consideration: Community Center Foyer Gallery
• Discussion of Art in Public Places Ordinance
• Subcommittee reports: Sculpture Loan Program, Fall into Haiku, and Arts/Economic Development

Economic Development Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly take action on reports from five subcommittees. These groups are researching economic development strategies, vacant property use, inter-committee collaboration, employment support, and commercial art.

• Research on economic development strategies
• Business recruitment and retention plan for vacant properties, focusing on women, BIPOC, and LGBTQA+ owned businesses
• Collaboration with other City committees and local organizations
• Employment support via a job fair and web portal for job ads and resumes
• Encouragement of art in commercial areas

The Albany Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from its March 3, 2022 meeting, with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on subcommittee reports and future agenda items.

• Approved March 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1, Shrestha abstaining)

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Social & Economic Justice Commission will review the Albany 2023-2031 Housing Element and discuss recommendations for a sugar-sweetened beverage tax. The body will also receive reports from subcommittees regarding racial equity, mental health, housing, aging, and youth leadership.

• Albany 2023-2031 Housing Element presentation
• Recommendation for Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Council Study Session
• Proposed resolution to recognize and honor Lisjan Ohlone Tribe
• Discussion on creating a housing forum and a homeless task force
• Exploration of a youth task force

The commission voted to recommend that the City Council mandate sugary-sweetened beverage tax programs administered through an equity lens, targeting lower-income areas and language minorities. It also passed a substitute motion recommending a mental health listening session when the city considers alternatives to current services. The meeting was extended to 10:00 PM.

• Approved motion to recommend equity-focused sugary drink tax programs (4-0)
• Approved substitute motion for mental health listening session (5-0)
• Approved motion to extend meeting to 10:00 PM (3-2)

Albany City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on using eminent domain to acquire an easement for the removal of a cross at Albany Hill Park. The body is also discussing financial support for Juneteenth and the elimination of residential disabled parking fees.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2022-32 regarding eminent domain for cross removal at Albany Hill Park (700 block of Taft Street)
• Proposed $7,500 in financial support for the Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration
• Proposed elimination of fees for establishing on-street residential disabled parking spaces
• Contract award of $172,954.00 to Bellecci & Associates for Cleveland Avenue Paving, Storm Drain, and Bikeway Project
• Purchase of two 2022 Hybrid Ford Police Utility vehicles at $45,613.17 each plus $16,583.00 per vehicle for outfitting

The Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-32, declaring the acquisition of an easement for the removal of a cross on Albany Hill Park by eminent domain is necessary. The Council also approved the Kains Avenue/Adams Street Bicycle Boulevard Pilot Project call for bids, tabled the police fleet vehicle purchase, and directed staff to prepare a resolution eliminating fees for residential disabled parking.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-32 for eminent domain of cross easement on Albany Hill Park (5-0)
• Approved call for bids for Kains Avenue/Adams Street Bicycle Boulevard Pilot Project (3-2)
• Tabled police fleet vehicle purchase for additional information (3-1-1)
• Forwarded Policing Commission resolution to Community Task Force on Policing (4-1)
• Directed staff to prepare resolution eliminating fees for residential disabled parking (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items except 7-4, 7-6, 7-8 (5-0)

AUSD Board of Education Special Workshop: AHS Math Dept.

The Board of Education and district leaders will discuss Albany High School math course outcome data. The discussion will focus on data trends, root causes, and support strategies to improve student achievement.

• Review and discussion of Albany High School Math Department data

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review draft goals for the Local Road Safety Plan and discuss potential grant applications for street projects. The body is also considering parking restrictions at 721 Hillside Avenue and the use of sugar-sweetened beverage tax revenue.

• Proposed installation of ~70 feet of red curb (west side) and ~100 feet (east side) at 721 Hillside Avenue
• Grant applications for San Pablo and Buchanan Complete Streets Project Phases 2 and 3
• Grant application for Pierce Street Path Segment II
• Discussion on spending sugar-sweetened beverage tax revenue for Fiscal Year 2023
• Review of draft goals and objectives for the Local Road Safety Plan

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a work session regarding the 2023-2031 City of Albany Housing Element. The meeting also includes a proposed proclamation for Planning Manager Anne Hersch.

• 2023-2031 City of Albany Housing Element Work Session
• Proclamation of Appreciation for Planning Manager Anne Hersch
• Approval of March 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session on the 2023-2031 Housing Element, focusing on constraints to housing production. No formal action was taken on the housing element; the item was for discussion only. The Commission also approved the consent calendar and a proclamation of appreciation for Planning Manager Anne Hersch, both by unanimous 5-0 votes.

• Approved consent calendar including March 9, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation of Appreciation for Planning Manager Anne Hersch (5-0)

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will meet to discuss student behavior and academic grants. The board will also review personnel assignments and salary amendments for interns.

• Review and action on Albany Middle School Behavior Matrix
• Review and action on A-G Improvement Grant
• Salary amendments for Mental Health and School Psychologist Interns
• Resolution No. 2021-22-20 regarding video/teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Approval of Albany High School overnight field trip to UC Davis Model UN Conference

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education approved the Albany Middle School Behavior Matrix and the consent calendar, which included minutes, personnel orders, salary amendments, and a field trip. The board also discussed the A-G Improvement Grant, which was changed to a review item and will return for approval on April 12, 2022. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved AMS Behavior Matrix (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, personnel orders, salary amendments, and field trip (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with item 11-B changed to review and discussion (unanimous)
• No action taken in closed session

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings

The City Council will discuss a financial contribution for Solano Avenue business events and a study session on the 2023-2032 Housing Element. The meeting includes a closed session with the Albany Peace Officers Association and a review of the City Council Strategic Plan implementation.

• Proposed $57,500 financial contribution to the Solano Avenue Association
• Proposed $29,000 contract with PlaceWorks for Park and Landscaped Areas GIS Support Services
• Proposed 3.16% annual rate adjustment for Waste Management of Alameda County
• Ratification of total payroll for 3/11/2022 in the amount of $668,850.63
• Discussion on the 2023-2032 Housing Element and San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan

The Albany City Council approved a $25,000 financial contribution to the Solano Avenue Association for upcoming events, with $15,000 from Council Discretionary Funds and $10,000 from ARPA funds, and a fallback to ARPA if discretionary funds are insufficient. The council also authorized an additional meeting of the Community Task Force on Policing (4-1). The consent calendar was approved, including ratification of payroll and bills, and several resolutions. A study session on the Housing Element and San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan was held for discussion only, with no action taken.

• Approved $25,000 for Solano Avenue Association events (4-0, Gary recused)
• Authorized additional Community Task Force on Policing meeting (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including payroll ratification of $668,850.63
• Ratified bills and claims totaling $727,720.80
• Adopted Resolution 2022-22 for video/teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Accepted Waste Management rate adjustment of 3.16%
• Extended financial audit services contract with Chavan & Associates
• Awarded $29,000 contract to PlaceWorks for GIS support services

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will discuss updates regarding its current work plan. This includes reports on lowering the voting age and City Council compensation.

• Progress report on lowering voting age
• Progress report on City Council compensation

The Albany Charter Review Committee met virtually on March 17, 2022, and approved the minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting with an amendment. Members reported research on lowering the voting age for School Board elections and reviewing City Council compensation, but no decisions were made on these items; both were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved January 20, 2022 meeting minutes with amendment (4-0)
• Continued work plan items on voting age and council compensation to next meeting

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will receive updates on electrification programs and urban forestry planning. The body will also hear a presentation from East Bay Community Energy and receive reports from three subcommittees.

• Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program update
• Electrification Rebate Program Proposal update
• Natural Gas Ordinance update
• Urban Forestry Master Planning Process update
• East Bay Community Energy presentation

The Albany Climate Action Committee met virtually on March 16, 2022, and approved the February 16, 2022 minutes. The committee received updates on sustainability events, the multifamily EV charging pilot, the electrification rebate program, and East Bay Community Energy enrollment. Staff will bring back an Albany-specific natural gas ordinance in summer/fall, and the committee discussed future items like an EV police car pilot and an all-electric ordinance.

• Approved February 16, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Extended meeting to 9:30 PM (4-0)
• Staff to bring back Albany-specific natural gas ordinance in summer/fall

AUSD Board of Education Special Workshop on D/F Grades at AUSD Secondary Schools

The Board of Education will conduct a special workshop to review and analyze student grade data. The discussion will include trends, root causes, and support strategies for secondary school students.

• Report on D/F Grades at AUSD Secondary Schools

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will meet to discuss possible actions based on reports from various subcommittees. The meeting includes a review of minutes from February 14, 2022, and a period for public comment.

• Community Center Foyer Gallery Subcommittee report
• Poet Laureate Program Subcommittee report
• Creative Justice Art Project Subcommittee report
• Sculpture Loan Program Subcommittee report
• Fall into Haiku Subcommittee report

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Commission will review an overview of the Urban Forestry Master Planning process. Members will also discuss recommendations for using Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax proceeds for Fiscal Year 2023 and review proposed amendments to the 2021-2023 Work Plan.

• Introductory Overview of Urban Forestry Master Planning Process
• Recommendation for use of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Proceeds (FY 2023)
• Review of proposed amendments to the 2021-2023 Work Plan

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission approved amendments to its 2021-2023 work plan and the associated amendment form request. The commission also discussed an introductory overview of urban forestry master planning and a recommendation for the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Council Study Session, but took no formal action on those items. Minutes from the February 10, 2022 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved amendments to the 2021-2023 work plan and amendment form request (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 10, 2022 regular meeting (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a study session regarding the draft San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan. Additionally, they will consider a request for a conditional use permit and parking waiver for a new tattoo parlor.

• Study Session: Draft San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan
• Conditional Use Permit and Parking Waiver: Great Wave Tattoo Parlor at 1057 Solano Avenue
• Approval of January 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 23, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent calendar, which included meeting minutes and a conditional use permit and parking waiver for a tattoo parlor at 1057 Solano Avenue. The commission also held a study session on the draft San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, receiving public comments and discussing potential changes, but took no formal action on the plan.

• Approved consent calendar including Jan 26 and Feb 23 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit and parking waiver for Great Wave Tattoo Parlor at 1057 Solano Avenue (5-0)

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss indoor mask requirements and COVID-19 progress. The body is also reviewing the 2021-2022 2nd Interim Financial Report and various personnel resolutions.

• AUSD COVID-19 Protocols & Progress Update/Indoor Mask Requirements
• 2021-2022 2nd Interim Financial Report
• Amendment to the Independent Contractor Services Agreement with IMEG for the Cornell Ventilation/HVAC Upgrade Project
• Master Contract between Elevations Academy Rehabilitation Center (RTC) and Albany Unified School District
• Resolution No. 2021-22-18 and 2021-22-19 regarding the release and non-reelection of certificated employees

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education voted to approve the consent calendar, including a master contract with Elevations Academy and personnel orders, and approved several resolutions and reports. The board also discussed and supported the superintendent's announcement that indoor masking would become strongly recommended (not required) starting March 14, 2022, aligning with state and county guidelines. All votes were unanimous except for one no vote on the Elevations Academy contract.

• Approved consent calendar with edits to prior minutes (unanimous)
• Approved master contract with Elevations Academy RTC (6-1, Doss no)
• Approved certificated/classified personnel assignment orders (unanimous)
• Approved CSBA 2022 Delegate Assembly candidates (unanimous)
• Approved IMEG contract amendment for Cornell HVAC project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-22-18 releasing temporary certificated employees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-22-19 non-reelecting probationary certificated employees (unanimous)
• Approved CSEA MOU salary range updates (unanimous)

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings (AMENDED)

The City Council will discuss awarding construction contracts for the Masonic Intersections safety project and a proposal for an electrification rebate program. The body is also reviewing a memorandum of understanding with SEIU Local 1021 and various city proclamations.

• Masonic Intersections (Ohlone Trail Safety Improvements) construction contract for Ray’s Electric not to exceed $742,546
• Swinerton Management and Consulting contract for construction management services not to exceed $128,780
• Proposal to create an electrification rebate program using up to $25,000 per fiscal year
• 2022 Street Tree Planting contract with Arborist Now, Inc. not to exceed $38,366
• Washington Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project change order with McGuire and Hester not to exceed $68,129

The Albany City Council approved a new electrification rebate program funded with $40,000 from Measure DD for the current fiscal year. The program offers rebates for heat pump HVAC installations, electrical panel upgrades, and contractor incentives, with doubled subsidies for low-income households. The council also approved the consent calendar, including contracts for street tree planting and the Masonic Intersections safety project, and referred a Community Task Force on Policing request to staff for further analysis.

• Approved electrification rebate program with $40,000 budget (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar except items 7-10 and 7-11 (5-0)
• Approved consent items 7-10 and 7-11 (4-1)
• Referred crisis response options to staff for presentation (5-0)
• Approved $742,546 construction contract for Masonic Intersections project
• Approved $38,366 contract for 2022 street tree planting
• Approved $68,129 change order for Washington Avenue pavement project
• Approved SEIU MOU and updated salary schedule

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the GIS Planning Zoom Prospector platform for business recruitment. Members will also discuss reorganizing a subcommittee focused on vacant properties and new developments, as well as a report regarding art in commercial areas.

• Review of GIS Planning’s Zoom Prospector platform
• Reorganization of subcommittee for business uses and recruitment/retention plan
• Subcommittee report on encouraging art in commercial areas

The Albany Economic Development Committee approved the February 3, 2022 meeting minutes with a 4-0 vote (one abstention). They also reorganized a subcommittee to focus on business uses for vacant properties and a recruitment/retention plan, and received a subcommittee report on encouraging art in commercial areas. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Reorganized subcommittee for vacant property business uses and recruitment/retention plan (members: Hansen-Romero, Petrilli)
• Received subcommittee report on art in commercial areas (members: Greene, Hansen-Romero)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review plans for the Marin Avenue pavement project and discuss potential speed limit reductions on Solano Avenue. The meeting also includes selecting a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2022.

• Marin Avenue pavement reconstruction between Cornell Avenue and Key Route Boulevard
• Traffic survey data regarding lowered speed limits on Solano Avenue
• Selection of 2022 Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Monthly police data on collisions and citations
• Shared mobility data presentation

The Transportation Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the Marin Avenue Pavement Project plans, with noted corrections including removal of stop lines at Evelyn Avenue and adjustments at Masonic Avenue. The Commission also discussed lowering the Solano Avenue speed limit, expressing support for a 20 mph limit with 15 mph advisory signage, but took no formal action. Chair McCroskey and Vice-Chair Graham were re-selected for 2022.

• Approved January 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Marin Avenue Pavement Project plans to City Council with corrections (4-0)
• Re-selected McCroskey as Chair for 2022 (4-0)
• Re-selected Graham as Vice-Chair for 2022 (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to review potential locations for housing opportunity sites. The body will also consider design reviews for residential projects and a permit for a new preschool.

• Work session on 2023-2031 Housing Element Site Inventory
• Design Review Amendment for a two-level addition at 840 Masonic Avenue
• Design Review for a new two-story home at 1014 Santa Fe Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit and Parking Waiver for Bright Start Montessori Preschool at 1600 Solano Ave.
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Albany Planning and Zoning Commission approved a design review amendment for a two-level addition at 840 Masonic Avenue and a new two-story home at 1014 Santa Fe Avenue, both with conditions. The commission continued indefinitely a conditional use permit and parking waiver for Bright Star Montessori Preschool at 1600 Solano Avenue, requiring more details. It also held a work session on the 2023-2031 Housing Element site inventory and reorganized leadership, electing Pilch as Chair and MacLeod as Vice Chair.

• Approved design review amendment for 840 Masonic Avenue with modification to remove one kitchen window (5-0)
• Approved design review for new home at 1014 Santa Fe Avenue with conditions on windows, landscape plan, and permeable driveway (5-0)
• Continued indefinitely conditional use permit and parking waiver for Bright Star Montessori Preschool at 1600 Solano Avenue (5-0)
• Elected Pilch as Chair (5-0)
• Elected MacLeod as Vice Chair (5-0)

Albany City Council

The City Council will review the annual comprehensive financial report and audit for fiscal year 2020-21. The agenda includes several consent calendar items regarding payroll, bills, and local resolutions.

• Contract with TJKM Transportation Consultants for the Albany Local Road Safety Plan
• Ordinance No. 2022-01 amending municipal code to add 'Safe Storage of Firearms' section
• Ratification of payroll totaling $658,716.23
• Ratification of bills and claims totaling $459,733.48
• Sculpture Loan Program artist stipends set at $2,000

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review a draft ten-year municipal fleet electrification roadmap and proposed elements for the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting also includes updates on electric vehicle charging pilots and point-of-sale electrification mandates.

• Draft Ten Year Municipal Fleet Electrification Roadmap
• 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Multifamily Electric Vehicle Charging Pilot Program update
• Point-of-Sale Electrification Mandate update

The Albany Climate Action Committee met virtually on February 16, 2022, and approved the minutes from the January 19, 2022 meeting. The committee received updates on sustainability events, EBCE rate changes, and the multifamily EV charging pilot program. They discussed and provided feedback on the Draft Ten Year Municipal Fleet Electrification Roadmap, the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and a proposed point-of-sale electrification mandate pilot. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were discussion and feedback sessions.

• Approved the January 19, 2022 meeting minutes.
• Received updates on StopWaste.org events and EBCE rate changes.
• Discussed the Draft Ten Year Municipal Fleet Electrification Roadmap and provided feedback.
• Discussed the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and provided feedback.
• Heard an update on the Point-of-Sale Electrification Mandate pilot program analysis.
• Received subcommittee updates on engagement and zero-emission transportation.

Community Task Force on Policing

The Community Task Force on Policing is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on two subcommittee reports. These documents are being prepared for final submission to the City Council.

• Review of Reimagining Albany Public Safety Subcommittee Memorandum on Public Safety Reform Initiative
• Status updates on the Budget & Data Subcommittee Report

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will review the Albany Middle School Behavior Matrix and discuss outdoor masking requirements. The meeting also includes a review and action regarding AUSD Comprehensive School Safety Plans.

• Resolution 2021-22-16: Proclaiming March 2022 as Women's Herstory Month
• Albany Middle School Behavior Matrix review
• AUSD COVID-19 Outdoor Masking Requirements discussion
• AUSD Comprehensive School Safety Plans review and action
• 2022-2023 Local Control Accountability Plan Supplement report

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 15, 2022. The board initially rejected the agenda but then approved it with an amendment to move the Comprehensive School Safety Plans item from action to discussion. The board also unanimously approved the consent calendar and a resolution proclaiming March 2022 as Women's Herstory Month. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved agenda with 13-A moved to Review and Discussion (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-22-16: Women's Herstory Month (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
• No action taken in closed session

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will review reports from several subcommittees and discuss potential actions. Members are scheduled to consider extending the submission deadline for the Social Justice Art Project.

• Social Justice Art Project deadline extension discussion
• Community Center Foyer Gallery Subcommittee report
• Poet Laureate Program Subcommittee report
• Sculpture Loan Program Subcommittee report
• Fall into Haiku Subcommittee report

The Albany Arts Committee approved extending the Albany Creative Justice Art Project application deadline by 60 days. They also approved Member Bowers to serve on the Community Center Foyer Gallery and Sculpture Loan Program subcommittees for 2022. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no other substantive decisions.

• Extended Albany Creative Justice Art Project application deadline by 60 days (unanimous)
• Approved Member Bowers as Community Center Foyer Gallery Subcommittee member for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Member Bowers as Sculpture Loan Program Subcommittee member for 2022 (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will meet virtually to conduct internal business. The body will nominate and elect a Vice Chair and review items from the 2021-2023 Commission Work Plan.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Review of 2021-2023 Commission Work Plan

The commission elected Commissioner Kent as Vice Chair (6-1, with Kent voting no). It also voted unanimously to add two items to its 2021-2023 work plan: developing standards for flex court integration and creating a process for community expert groups to help maintain parks and open spaces. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Commissioner Kent as Vice Chair (6-1)
• Added flex court integration standards research to work plan (7-0)
• Added community expert groups process research to work plan (7-0)

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will discuss construction amendments for the Marin Elementary Re-Build project and a ventilation upgrade for Cornell. The board is also reviewing the 2020-21 financial audit report and considering Juneteenth as an annual paid holiday for staff.

• Amendment #04 and #05 to Design-Build Services agreement with Alten Construction, Inc. for Marin Elementary Re-Build Project
• Amendment to Independent Contractor Services Agreement with IMEG for Cornell Ventilation/HVAC Upgrade Project
• 2020-21 AUSD Financial Audit Report
• Proposal to observe Juneteenth Day as an annual paid holiday for AUSD staff
• Resolution No. 2021-22-15 regarding video/teleconference meetings under AB 361

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 8, 2022. In closed session, the Board voted 5-0 not to expel a student in a confidential matter. In open session, the Board unanimously approved making Juneteenth an annual paid holiday for staff, accepted the 2020-21 financial audit report, and approved two amendments to the Marin Elementary Re-Build Project design-build agreement with Alten Construction, including authorization to proceed with Phase 2. An item on the Cornell ventilation/HVAC project was tabled.

• Voted 5-0 not to expel student in Confidential Student Matter #2021-22-01
• Approved Juneteenth as annual paid holiday for AUSD staff (unanimous)
• Accepted 2020-21 Financial Audit Report (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #04 to Marin Elementary design-build agreement with Alten Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #05 and authorized Notice to Proceed with Phase 2 of Marin Elementary construction (unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to IMEG contract for Cornell ventilation/HVAC project

Albany City Council Special & Regular Meetings

The City Council will discuss allocating $1 million in ARPA funds for a temporary small business assistance program. The body is also holding a first reading for a new ordinance regarding the safe storage of firearms.

• Resolution No. 2022-09 to allocate $1,000,000 in ARPA funds for a Temporary COVID Small Business Assistance Grant Program
• Ordinance No. 2022-01 to add Section 8-22 'Safe Storage of Firearms' to the Municipal Code
• Ratification of payroll totaling $673,389.96 (1/14/2022) and $698,948.03 (1/28/2022)
• Ratification of bills, claims, and demands totaling $177,205.73, $48,350.90, and $288,181.52
• Request for temporary street closure and fee waiver for the Albany Move'n'Groove event on April 24, 2022

The Albany City Council approved a $1 million ARPA-funded Temporary COVID Small Business Assistance Grant Program, with grants up to $20,000 for eligible local businesses. The council also approved the first reading of a firearm safe storage ordinance, supported the Farm System Reform Act via letter, and made appointments to the Police and Fire Pension Fund Board. All votes were unanimous except for the firearm ordinance, which passed 4-1.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-09 allocating $1,000,000 in ARPA funds for a Temporary COVID Small Business Assistance Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2022-01 adding Section 8-22 'Safe Storage of Firearms' to the Municipal Code (4-1)
• Directed Mayor Jordan and Council Member Gary to send a letter of support for the Farm System Reform Act (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member McQuaid as alternate to the Board of Police and Fire Pension Fund Commissioners (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items excluding Item 7-6 (5-0)
• Approved Item 7-6 with added condition for temporary bike racks (4-0-1 abstention)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review survey results regarding a potential long-term parklet program. Members will also receive a status update on subcommittee efforts to support local businesses through hiring best practices, job fairs, and a web portal.

• Long-Term Parklet Program presentation
• Subcommittee status update on business recruitment and hiring support

The Albany Economic Development Committee met virtually and discussed a potential long-term parklet program based on survey results, but took no formal action. The committee also received a status update from a subcommittee on business hiring support. The only formal action was approving the minutes from the January 6, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2022 meeting (5-0-1)

Financial Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2021-22 second quarter financial report. Members will also discuss potential additional sources of revenue for the City.

• Fiscal Year 2021-22 Second Quarter Update
• Revenue Oversight: Additional Sources of Revenue for the City

The Albany Financial Advisory Committee approved minutes from November 3, 2021, and established two subcommittees: one to review pensions and another to explore additional revenue sources for the city. The revenue subcommittee will include Chair Kerr and Member Papalia, who will report back at the next meeting.

• Approved November 3, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Established pension review subcommittee with Priven and Traynor (5-0)
• Created subcommittee to investigate additional revenue sources (5-0)
• Appointed Kerr and Papalia to revenue subcommittee (5-0)

Social & Economic Justice Commission

The Social & Economic Justice Commission will discuss a draft request for qualifications to characterize equity in Albany through surveying. The body will also hear reports from various subcommittees and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Review of Draft Request for Qualifications for characterizing Albany’s equity through surveying
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Reports from Racial Equity, Mental Health, Housing, Aging/Disabled/Homebound, and Youth Leadership subcommittees
• Approval of December 7, 2021 draft minutes

The Social and Economic Justice Commission elected Commissioner Zapata as Chair and Commissioner Beynon as Vice Chair, with Garrett-Pinguelo voting no. It also approved minutes from December 7, 2021, added commissioners to subcommittees, and discussed a draft request for qualifications for an equity survey. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Elected Zapata as Chair and Beynon as Vice Chair (5-1)
• Approved Beynon to Mental Health Subcommittee (6-0)
• Approved Lindsay to Aging/Disabled/Homebound Subcommittee (6-0)

Community Task Force on Policing

The Community Task Force on Policing will hear presentations regarding the CATT pilot program and community engagement. The body will also receive status updates from its Reimagining Albany Public Safety and Budget & Data subcommittees.

• Presentation from Bonita House on CATT Pilot Program
• Presentation from Professor Kathy Oborn on policing and community engagement
• Reimagining Albany Public Safety Subcommittee status update
• Budget & Data Subcommittee status update

Transportation Commission

The Commission will review conceptual design changes for Key Route Boulevard. Discussion also includes a potential long-term parklet program and 2022 sidewalk repair plans funded by Measure P1.

• Pavement Management Program conceptual plans for Key Route Boulevard
• Long-Term Parklet Program survey results
• Albany Sidewalk Program 2022 repairs via Measure P1 parcel tax
• Selection of 2022 Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Transportation Commission approved a motion to proceed with design for buffered and parking-protected bicycle lanes on Key Route Boulevard, with added considerations for the Solano Avenue intersection and speed humps. The commission also recommended City Council authorize the Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 5 project, with one dissenting vote. The selection of Chair and Vice Chair was rescheduled to a future meeting.

• Approved motion to proceed with design for buffered bike lanes on Key Route Blvd (southbound full, northbound Solano-Portland and Thousand Oaks-north city limits) and parking-protected bike lane (northbound Portland-Thousand Oaks) (5-0)
• Recommended City Council authorize Sidewalk Rehabilitation Phase 5 project (4-1, Fong dissenting)
• Rescheduled selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022 to a future meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold elections for its Chair and Vice Chair positions. The agenda also includes design reviews for residential dormers and a garage conversion, a study session for a mixed-use development, and a housing site inventory discussion.

• Design Review for new second story dormers at 1082 Tevlin Street
• Design Review and Parking Exception for garage conversion and addition at 1145 Evelyn Avenue
• Study Session for proposed mixed-use development at 1600 Solano Avenue
• Work Session regarding 2023-2031 Housing Element Site Inventory
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Albany Planning and Zoning Commission approved a design review and parking exception for a garage conversion and second-story addition at 1145 Evelyn Avenue, with conditions requiring the deck footprint be retained or cantilevered and permeable pavers in the front parking setback. The commission also approved design review for new dormers at 1082 Tevlin Street and held a study session on a proposed mixed-use development at 1600 Solano Avenue, taking no action. Two agenda items were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved PA22-004 design review for dormers at 1082 Tevlin Street (4-0)
• Approved PA21-080 design review and parking exception for 1145 Evelyn Avenue with conditions (4-1)
• Continued agenda items 7-3 and 8-1 to February 23, 2022

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police & Fire Pension Board will meet to elect a Chairperson and a Secretary. The board will also review several months of pension payments and an investment report from CIBC.

• Approval of January 2022 pension payments ($97,968.72)
• Ratification of December 2021 pension payments ($97,968.72)
• Ratification of November 2021 pension payments ($99,203.83)
• Ratification of October 2021 pension payments ($99,863.89)
• Election of Board Chairperson and Secretary

The Albany Police & Fire Pension Board approved routine pension payments for October through December 2021 and January 2022, totaling about $394,000, and ratified the October 2021 meeting minutes. The board also re-elected Heather Rowden as Chairperson and Anne Hsu as Secretary. An investment report from CIBC was noted and filed.

• Approved January 2022 pension payments of $97,968.72
• Ratified December 2021 pension payments of $97,968.72
• Ratified November 2021 pension payments of $99,203.83
• Ratified October 2021 pension payments of $99,863.89
• Approved October 26, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0-1, Jordan abstained)
• Re-elected Heather Rowden as Chairperson and Anne Hsu as Secretary
• Noted and filed CIBC investment report for quarters ending Sept 30 and Dec 31, 2021

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will review the return to full-day Transitional Kindergarten and full-day Kindergarten for the 2022-2023 school year. The board will also consider safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and tie-breaking criteria for certificated employees.

• Return to Full-Day Transitional Kindergarten and Full-Day Kindergarten for 2022-2023 School Year
• Memorandum of Understanding with Albany Teachers Association regarding COVID-19 safety measures
• Resolution No. 2021-22-14: Tie-breaking criteria for certificated employees
• Resolution No. 2021-22-13: Proclaiming February 2022 as African-American History Month
• Amendment to the Master Contract between AUSD and RO Health

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Albany Teachers Association outlining additional COVID-19 safety measures, including supplemental paid sick leave and testing protocols. The board also approved a resolution establishing tie-breaking criteria for certificated layoffs, and adopted a resolution proclaiming February 2022 as African-American History Month. No action was taken on returning to full-day kindergarten, as the superintendent withdrew his recommendation.

• Approved MOU with ATA on COVID-19 safety measures (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22-14 on tie-breaking criteria for certificated layoffs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22-13 proclaiming February 2022 as African-American History Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including personnel orders, contracts, and reports (unanimous)
• Approved stipulated student expulsion agreement in closed session (unanimous)
• No action taken on full-day kindergarten; superintendent withdrew recommendation

Community Media Access Committee

The Community Media Access Committee will meet virtually to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also discuss the 2021-2023 Work Plan and receive updates from subcommittees.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of 2021-2023 Community Media Access Committee Work Plan
• Updates from Bulletin Board and Advisory Body Delegate subcommittees
• Approval of October 25, 2021 meeting minutes

Charter Review Committee

The Committee will nominate and elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022. Members will also provide progress reports on work plan items and consider reorganizing subcommittees.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Discussion on lowering voting age subcommittee
• Discussion on City Council compensation subcommittee
• Approval of September 16, 2021 draft minutes

The Albany Charter Review Committee met virtually on January 20, 2022, and approved the minutes from the September 16, 2021 meeting. The committee elected Member Bowman as Chair and Member Chomsky as Vice Chair. Work plan items on lowering the voting age for School Board and City Council compensation, as well as subcommittee reorganization, were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 16, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Elected Member Bowman as Chair (2-0)
• Elected Member Chomsky as Vice Chair (2-0)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022. The agenda includes discussions on the 2021-2023 Climate Action Committee Work Plan and updates regarding point-of-sale electrification.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2021-2023 Climate Action Committee Work Plan priority items
• Point-of-Sale Electrification Mandate update
• Presentation on Advancing Equity Through Climate Action and Adaptation Projects
• Update on City-Owned Electric Vehicle Charging

The Albany Climate Action Committee approved the creation of a Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee and elected new officers. The committee also discussed its 2021-2023 work plan and received updates on sustainability programs, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved December 15, 2021 minutes with minor edit (unanimous)
• Created Zero Emission Transportation Subcommittee with Larson and Peterson (unanimous)
• Elected Fisun as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mira Venkatesh as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Albany City Council

The City Council will consider approving the final draft of the 2021 Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan. The body will also discuss a contract for community satisfaction and racial equity survey services.

• Proposed contract with Probolsky Research for survey services not to exceed $57,500
• Ratification of payroll totaling $771,349.67
• Ratification of bills and claims totaling $833,038.39 across three dates
• Application for Caltrans Clean California Program grant for Eastshore Access Improvement & Litter Abatement Project
• Closeout of Lower Solano Avenue Curb Ramps and Washington Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation projects

The Albany City Council adopted the final draft of the 2021 Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan (Resolution No. 2022-08), with additions to include the Albany Waterfront Trail in the inventory and show the route being constructed between Codornices Creek and the Bay Trail. The Council also directed staff to prepare a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) survey instead of awarding a contract to Probolsky Research. The consent calendar was approved, including resolutions for grant applications and project closeouts.

• Adopted Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan (Resolution No. 2022-08) (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare RFQ for DEI survey (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including payroll, bills, proclamations, and resolutions (5-0)
• Authorized Caltrans Clean California grant application for Eastshore Access Improvement & Litter Abatement Project (Resolution No. 2022-05) (5-0)
• Authorized SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant Program application (Resolution No. 2022-04) (5-0)
• Approved closeout of Lower Solano Avenue Curb Ramps Project (Resolution No. 2022-06) (5-0)
• Approved closeout of Washington Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project Phase I (Resolution No. 2022-07) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution allowing video/teleconference meetings under AB 361 (Resolution No. 2022-03) (5-0)

AUSD Board of Education Equity Workshop

The Board of Education will conduct a special workshop focused on equity. The session includes reviewing an equity statement, recommending a sample policy, and identifying priority areas for 2022.

• Approve AUSD Board of Education Statement on Equity
• Recommend CSBA Sample Policy on Equity to the AUSD Board Policy Committee
• Identify Priority Areas for Equity Focus in 2022

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education held a special equity workshop. The board unanimously voted to send the CSBA sample equity policy to the Board Policy Committee with added guidance to include students with disabilities, gender bias, LGBTQIA+ communities, and religious communities. The board did not vote on the draft equity statement, instead deciding to seek public feedback first. The board also identified priority areas for equity focus in 2022, including grading policies, academic achievement gaps, and school climate.

• Approved agenda (4-0-1, Doss absent)
• Sent CSBA Sample Policy 0415 'Equity' to Board Policy Committee with expanded guidance (unanimous, Doss absent)
• Tabled draft equity statement for public feedback via Thoughtexchange
• Identified priority areas for equity focus in 2022, including grading policies, academic supports, and teacher diversity

Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission will nominate and elect its Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes an informational update on urban forestry and the review of street trees that died over the past year.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Urban Forestry Update by Urban Forester John Hawkridge regarding street tree mortality

The Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission approved the December 9, 2021 minutes and elected new officers. Commissioner Beall was elected Chair (5-2), and Commissioner Marten was elected Vice Chair unanimously. The commission also received an urban forestry update on tree mortality.

• Approved December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Elected Beall as Chair (5-2)
• Elected Marten as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to review potential locations for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Site Inventory. The body will also consider design reviews and permits for home additions on Talbot Avenue and Evelyn Avenue.

• Design Review and Parking Reduction for a two-level rear addition at 404 Talbot Avenue
• Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for a two-level addition at 1023 Evelyn Avenue
• Work session on 2023-2031 Housing Element Site Inventory
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two residential projects: a two-level rear addition at 404 Talbot Avenue and a two-level addition with a conditional use permit at 1023 Evelyn Avenue, both with conditions. The commission also held a work session on the 2023-2031 Housing Element site inventory, taking public comment but taking no action. The meeting minutes from November 11, 2021, were approved with amendments.

• Approved minutes of November 11, 2021, with corrections (4-0-0-1)
• Approved design review and parking reduction for 404 Talbot Avenue, with condition for fascia on gable eave (4-0-0-1)
• Approved design review and conditional use permit for 1023 Evelyn Avenue, with conditions including garage door narrowed to 12 feet, maintaining curb cut, and returning for review if modifications unacceptable (4-0-0-1)
• Held work session on 2023-2031 Housing Element site inventory; no action taken
• Moved chair/vice chair reorganization to a future meeting

AUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education will meet to review the deadline for student COVID-19 vaccinations and the district's governance handbook. The board will also consider several independent contractor agreements and a resolution regarding teleconference meetings.

• Extension of deadline for COVID-19 vaccinations for students
• Resolution No. 2021-22-12 regarding video/teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Contractor agreements with The Challenge Day Program, Ting Sui, and Kimberly Cohn
• Contract amendments for 3 Chords, Inc. (Therapy Travelers) and Psyched Services
• Award of RFP #2020-21M to Konica Minolta Business Solutions

The Albany Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 11, 2022. The board unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included contracts and a resolution for remote meetings. An item to extend the COVID-19 vaccination deadline for students was pulled from the agenda by the superintendent, so no action was taken on it. The board also unanimously approved updates to the Governance Handbook.

• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2021-22-12 for remote meetings (unanimous)
• Approved personnel assignment orders and independent contractor agreements (unanimous)
• Approved RFP award to Konica Minolta Business Solutions (unanimous)
• Pulled item 12-A on COVID-19 vaccination deadline extension; no action taken
• Approved updates to Board of Education Governance Handbook (unanimous)

Arts Committee

The Arts Committee will nominate and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also receive status updates on several city art initiatives and gallery scheduling.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on the Poet Laureate program
• Update on the Sculpture Loan Program
• Review of Community Center Foyer Art Gallery schedule and 2022–2023 applications
• Update on the Albany Creative Justice Art Project

The Albany Arts Committee held a virtual meeting on January 10, 2022, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The committee elected Member Gach as Chair and Member Samonsky as Vice Chair for the 2022 calendar year. Several program updates were provided, including the Poet Laureate, Sculpture Loan Program, Community Center Foyer Art Gallery, and Albany Creative Justice Art Project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Elected Member Gach as Chair for 2022 (5-0, Gach abstained)
• Elected Member Samonsky as Vice Chair for 2022 (5-0, Samonsky abstained)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review a grant program for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Members will also establish meeting times for several subcommittees focused on economic development, business recruitment, and local employment.

• Review of grant program for small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 pandemic
• Establishment of subcommittee meeting times for research, business recruitment, and community collaboration
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair

The committee approved the December 2, 2021 minutes and elected Tod Abbott as Chair and Michael Petrilli as Vice Chair, both unanimously. Members also reviewed the small business COVID-19 grant program and established subcommittees with assigned members for various economic development tasks.

• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-1)
• Elected Tod Abbott as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Petrilli as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Established subcommittees for economic development research, vacant property business uses, inter-committee collaboration, hiring support, and art in commercial areas

Albany City Council

The City Council will review several items including a community satisfaction and racial equity survey contract. The agenda also includes payroll ratification, salary schedule amendments, and updates to council procedures.

• Community Satisfaction & Racial Equity Survey Services Contract: up to $57,500
• Ratification of Payroll for 12/17/2021: $730,961.94 total
• Amendments to the Salary Schedule for various hourly employee classifications
• Update to City Council Procedures & Policies regarding agenda item submittal
• Appointment of Anthony Gray to the Charter Review Committee

The Albany City Council approved a consent calendar including minutes, payroll ratification, an appointment, and salary schedule amendments. The council also approved a $57,500 contract with Probolsky Research for community satisfaction and racial equity survey services, despite public concerns about the firm's diversity. Additionally, the council approved an amendment to its procedures and policies regarding agenda item submissions.

• Approved consent calendar including Dec. 20, 2021 minutes, payroll totaling $730,961.94, Anthony Gray appointment to Charter Review Committee, and Resolution 2022-01 for salary schedule amendments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02 authorizing City Manager to execute Contract No. C22-01 with Probolsky Research for survey services not to exceed $57,500 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to City Council Procedures & Policies adding policy language on agenda item submissions (5-0)