Livermore public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The commission will review a public hearing for the Isabel Crossing project, which includes a site plan, subdivision, conditional use permit, master sign plan amendment, development agreement, specific plan amendment, development code amendment, density bonus waiver, and No Net Loss findings. Staff recommends the commission adopt a consistency determination and forward related resolutions to the City Council. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items to approve May draft minutes.

• Approval of Consistency Determination (CD) 24-004 for Isabel Crossing
• Adoption of Subdivision (SUB) 22-008, Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 24-002, Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 24-003, and Master Sign Plan Amendment (MSP) 24-001
• Approval of Development Agreement (DA) 22-001
• Approval of Specific Plan Amendment (SPPA) 24-001 and Development Code Amendment (DCA) 24-001
• Approval of Density Bonus Waiver and No Net Loss findings

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council approve the Isabel Crossing project, a mixed-use development with residential, commercial, and public spaces. The recommendation includes approvals for the subdivision, conditional use permit, site plan design review, master sign program amendment, development agreement, specific plan amendment, development code amendment, density bonus waiver, and no net loss findings. The commission also approved the consent calendar for prior meeting minutes.

• Approved consent calendar including May 7 and May 21, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 20-24 approving Consistency Determination CD 24-004 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 21-24 for EIR addendum (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 16-24 for subdivision, site plan, CUP, master sign program, density bonus, no net loss, master plan, and alternative affordable plan (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 19-24 for Development Agreement DA 22-001 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 17-24 for Specific Plan Amendment 24-001 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Resolution 18-24 for Development Code Amendment 24-001 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve density bonus waiver and incentives, removing waiver no. 9 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending that the City Council find the 2024 Interim Update to the Livermore Active Transportation Plan exempt from CEQA and approve the update. Staff has prepared a draft report and resolution for the commission's review. Other agenda items are routine procedural matters such as the consent calendar and open forum, which do not involve decisions.

• Consideration of the Livermore Active Transportation Plan – 2024 Interim Update (resolution to exempt from CEQA and approve the update)
• Consent Calendar items (routine approvals)
• Open Forum for public comment (no action permitted)

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to adopt resolutions recommending the City Council approve the Livermore Active Transportation Plan – 2024 Interim Update and find it exempt from CEQA. The commission also directed staff to update design guidelines, consider advance funding for Isabel neighborhood projects, collect data there as a pilot, and create a prioritization map. A friendly amendment added outreach attendance numbers and a URL link to the 2018 ATP prioritization.

• Adopted Resolution 12-24 recommending CEQA exemption for ATP interim update (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 13-24 recommending approval of ATP interim update (5-0)
• Directed staff to update Design Guidelines
• Directed staff to consider advance funding for Isabel neighborhood projects
• Directed staff to collect data in Isabel neighborhood as VMT mitigation pilot
• Directed staff to create prioritization map with accomplishable items before next ATP update
• Accepted friendly amendment to add outreach attendance and URL link to 2018 ATP prioritization

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Design Review Modification for a 929-square-foot addition to an existing gas station convenience store at 4530 Las Positas Road, including a drive-through for coffee, drinks, and prepackaged sandwiches. Staff recommends approval and a CEQA exemption.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (CUP 24-005) and Site Plan Design Review Modification (SPDRM 24-011) for a 929 sq ft addition to a gas station convenience store with a drive-through at 4530 Las Positas Road
• Staff recommends finding the project exempt from CEQA under Section 15301(e)(2) (Existing Facilities)
• Project includes sales of coffee, fountain drinks, pastries, and prepackaged sandwiches

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a conditional use permit and site plan design review modification for a 929-square-foot addition to the Rebel Gas convenience store at 4530 Las Positas Road, including a drive-through for coffee, fountain drinks, pastries, and prepackaged sandwiches. The commission also adopted a resolution finding the project exempt from CEQA under Section 15301(e)(2). The approval is subject to conditions of approval and a recommendation to the City Council.

• Approved Resolution 34-24 finding CEQA exemption for Rebel Gas drive-through (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 35-24 approving CUP 24-005 and SPDRM 24-011 for Rebel Gas drive-through (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a development code amendment to include emergency shelters and supportive housing under 'Public and quasi-public' uses, and on two variance requests for a residential fence at 3573 and 3525 Pestana Way. The commission will also consider approving the June 4, 2024 meeting minutes on the consent calendar.

• Development Code Amendment 24-003 to modify the definition of 'Public and quasi-public' use to include emergency shelters and supportive housing
• Variance 24-001 and Variance 24-002 to allow a residential good-neighbor fence within the required driveway setback at 3573 and 3525 Pestana Way
• Approval of the June 4, 2024 Planning Commission draft meeting minutes
• Staff recommends CEQA exemptions for both the code amendment and the variances

The Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve a Development Code Amendment to include emergency shelters and supportive housing in the definition of 'public and quasi-public' use, and approved two fence variances at Pestana Way. The shelter recommendation passed 4-1 with Commissioner Kronzak dissenting, and the fence variances passed 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 28-24 recommending CEQA exemption for DCA 24-003 (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 29-24 recommending approval of DCA 24-003 to include emergency shelters in public/quasi-public use definition (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 30-24 finding CEQA exemption for fence at 3573 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 31-24 approving Variance 24-001 for fence at 3573 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 32-24 approving Variance 24-002 for fence at 3525 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 33-24 finding CEQA exemption for fence at 3525 Pestana Way (5-0)
• Approved June 4, 2024 draft minutes as amended (5-0)

REVISED Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hold a special public hearing to consider a proposed 44-unit single-family residential subdivision called Garaventa Hills. The project includes 38 detached homes and 6 duet/couplet units. Staff recommends the Commission recommend that the City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report and approve the subdivision, subject to conditions including six affordable duet units and an equivalency payment for the remaining affordable housing requirement.

• Public hearing on a Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Site Plan Design Review for the Garaventa Hills project
• 44-unit subdivision: 38 single-family detached and 6 duet/couplet units
• Staff recommends certification of the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) under CEQA
• Proposal includes six affordable duet units and an equivalency payment for the fractional affordable housing requirement
• Planning Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council on approval

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council approve the Garaventa Hills residential project, a 44-unit single-family subdivision with 38 detached units and 6 duet units, along with certifying the Environmental Impact Report. The recommendation includes approving the subdivision and site plan design review, allowing six affordable duet units, and an equivalency payment for the remaining affordable housing requirement. The motion also directs the Planning Manager to file a Notice of Determination.

• Recommended City Council certify the EIR for Garaventa Hills (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Subdivision 13-001 and Site Plan Design Review 13-005 (5-0)
• Recommended allowing six affordable duet units and an equivalency payment (5-0)
• Directed Planning Manager to file Notice of Determination (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Recirculated Partial Draft Environmental Impact Report (RP Draft EIR) for the Garaventa Hills Project, which includes a vesting tentative tract map and site plan design review. No action is required from the commission at this meeting, only acceptance of public input.

• Public hearing to receive comments on the Recirculated Partial Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Garaventa Hills Project (includes Vesting Tentative Tract Map 8094 and Site Plan Design Review 13-005)

The Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive comments on the Recirculated Partial Draft Environmental Impact Report (RP Draft EIR) for the Garaventa Hills Project. No action was taken, as staff recommended only receiving comments. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no consent calendar, project review, or other substantive decisions.

• Received public comments on RP Draft EIR for Garaventa Hills Project (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to demolish, reconstruct, and expand an existing supportive housing facility. Staff recommends approving the project and exempting it from California Environmental Quality Act review.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP22-005) and Site Plan Design Review (SPDR24-007) for supportive housing facility expansion
• Proposed demolition and reconstruction of existing facility
• Installation of new parking lot, landscaping, fencing, lighting, and trash enclosure

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Design Review for the demolition, reconstruction, and expansion of a supportive housing facility by HomeAid Northern California. The project includes landscaping, fencing, lighting, a new parking lot, and a trash enclosure. The commission also adopted a resolution finding the project exempt from CEQA under Class 32 (Infill Development). The vote was 4-0.

• Approved CUP 22-005 and SPDR 24-007 for HomeAid demolition and rebuild (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 15-24 finding CEQA exemption for the project (4-0)

REVISED Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will review the status of its 2024 Work Plan and discuss future facility needs for the Bothwell Arts Center. The body will also consider the termination or transition of various subcommittees and appoint a committee to review Mini Grant applications.

• Discussion of Bothwell Arts Center program offerings and future facility needs
• Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to review Mini Grant applications
• Review of subcommittees to be terminated or forwarded for Council approval
• Update on the 2024 Commission for the Arts Work Plan
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

The Commission for the Arts voted to sunset all subcommittees and reestablish them as ad hoc committees as needed, except for the Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee, which staff will assess for virtual or ad hoc support. The Commission also received an update on Bothwell Arts Center programs, reviewed the 2024 Work Plan, and appointed an ad hoc committee for Mini Grant applications.

• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 4 abstentions)
• Sunset all subcommittees and reestablish as ad hoc, except Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee (8-0)
• Appointed ad hoc committee for Mini Grant applications: Kowligi, Milder (chair), Wollard

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review annual grantee accomplishments and a Tri-Valley grant application update. The body will also consider forming an Ad Hoc Committee to update the grants application scoring rubric and approve grant priorities for 2025-2027.

• Approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 City of Livermore Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Report on FY 2023-2024 Housing and Human Services Grant Program accomplishments
• Update on the Housing and Human Services Tri-Valley Grant Application
• Discussion of forming an Ad Hoc Committee for the Human Services Grants Application Scoring Rubric

The Human Services Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2025-2027 Grant Priorities for submission to City Council, with three specific adjustments to the document. The commission also approved the formation of an ad hoc committee to review the grants application scoring rubric and appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner Onadele to serve on it. Consent items, including the July 9, 2024 minutes and the FY 2023-2024 CAPER, were approved.

• Approved FY 2025-2027 Grant Priorities for submission to City Council (6-0, 2 absent)
• Approved formation of ad hoc committee to review grants application scoring rubric (7-0, 1 absent)
• Appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner Onadele to the ad hoc committee (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved July 9, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 3 abstentions, 1 absent)
• Approved draft FY 2023-2024 CAPER (7-0, 1 absent)

Human Services Commission

At its July 9 meeting, the Livermore Human Services Commission will receive staff updates on changes to the Housing and Human Services Grant Program. Commissioners will also discuss forming an ad hoc committee to assist with the Tri-Valley Grant Application and review community outreach plans for FY 2025–2027 grant priorities. The commission is not expected to take final action on funding or policy during this meeting. These items outline how the city plans to gather resident input and structure its next grant application cycle.

• Presentation by Sewa International USA on community services in Livermore
• Approval of draft minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting
• Staff report on upcoming changes to the Housing and Human Services Grant Program
• Discussion on forming an Ad Hoc Committee for the Tri-Valley Grant Application
• Review of community outreach process for FY 2025–2027 grant priorities

The Human Services Commission approved the formation of an ad hoc committee for the Housing and Human Services Tri-Valley Grant Application and appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner McWhorter to serve on it. The commission also approved the June 11, 2024, meeting minutes with a minor wording addition. Staff provided updates on the grant program and community needs outreach, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 11, 2024, minutes with added word 'report' (5-0, 3 absent)
• Approved formation of ad hoc committee for Tri-Valley Grant Application (5-0, 3 absent)
• Appointed Chair Nakamura and Commissioner McWhorter to ad hoc committee (5-0, 3 absent)

Human Services Commission - Joint Special Meeting

The Human Services Commissions of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton are meeting to receive an oral report on the progress of the 2024 Eastern Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment. Staff is seeking input from commissioners regarding recommendations and priorities for the upcoming implementation plan.

• Oral report on the 2024 Eastern Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment (EACHSNA)
• Discussion of a multi-year Implementation Action Plan for 2024-2034
• Review of nonprofit capacity goals, including a revamped grant application process

The joint special meeting of the Human Services Commissions of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton was held to receive an oral report on the progress of the 2024 Eastern Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment (EACHSNA) and to provide input to staff. No formal decisions were made; the item was informational only. The meeting included public comments from three individuals and adjourned to the next regular Livermore meeting.

• Received oral report on EACHSNA progress (no vote)
• Opened and closed public comment period (no action taken)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review proposed updates to the Grant Application Scoring Rubric. The meeting also includes a presentation on Culinary Angels and an update regarding homelessness, housing assistance, and prevention funding.

• Presentation by Culinary Angels Executive Director Mansoor Sakhiy
• Approval of September 10, 2024, draft meeting minutes
• Discussion and approval of Human Services Grant Application Scoring Rubric updates
• Update on Homeless, Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding
• Update on Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) program

The commission approved updates to the Human Services Grant Application Scoring Rubric, including three specific adjustments to items #7 and #8. The minutes for the September 10, 2024 meeting were also approved with a correction to item 5.3. The commission received presentations on Culinary Angels and homelessness services updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updates to the Human Services Grant Application Scoring Rubric with adjustments to items #7 and #8 (7-0, 1 absent)
• Approved September 10, 2024 draft minutes with correction to item 5.3 (6-0, 1 absent, 1 abstention)

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and discuss Mobility Element Policy Options, providing feedback to staff. The consent calendar includes approval of draft minutes from September 11 and September 25, 2024 meetings. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Discussion regarding Mobility Element Policy Options for the 2045 General Plan
• Approval of draft minutes from September 11, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of draft minutes from September 25, 2024 special meeting

The General Plan Advisory Committee approved the draft minutes from its September 11 and September 25, 2024 meetings, and received a presentation and discussed Mobility Element Policy Options, providing feedback to staff. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft minutes for September 11, 2024 meeting (8-0, 3 abstaining)
• Approved draft minutes for September 25, 2024 meeting (9-0, 2 abstaining)
• Discussed Mobility Element Policy Options and provided feedback to staff

Commission for the Arts

The Livermore Commission for the Arts will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and consider appointing a subcommittee to review High School Senior Arts Awards applications. The agenda also includes training on grant review processes and updates on the L-Street Garage Mural Project.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 24, 2024
• Appointment of subcommittee to review High School Senior Arts Awards applications
• Training on grant application review process and best practices
• Staff update on the L-Street Garage Mural Project
• Update from the Partnership Model Subcommittee

City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies

The Livermore City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies will interview candidates for vacancies on seven local boards and commissions. The subcommittee will also approve the draft minutes from a previous meeting.

• Interview applicants for Livermore Airport Commission
• Interview applicants for Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District Board
• Interview applicants for Beautification Committee
• Interview applicants for Commission for the Arts
• Interview applicants for Historic Preservation Commission

Airport Commission

The Livermore Airport Commission will meet to accept routine draft minutes and review quarterly reports on airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise concerns for June through August 2024. No substantive decisions are scheduled; the body will also receive a staff report on recent aircraft incidents.

• Approval of draft minutes for July 1, 2024 meeting
• Review and acceptance of June–August 2024 activity, operations, and noise reports
• Staff report on aircraft incidents from August and September 2024

Commission for the Arts

The Livermore Commission for the Arts will consider several public‑art approvals, including projects at the Livermore Hyatt House, Blacksmith Square Expansion, and the Serenity Project. Commissioners will also review grant funding recommendations for three arts organizations, with amounts up to $10,000. The meeting includes appointing a subcommittee to review Public Art Grants due on October 1, 2024. All items are presented for discussion and possible approval by the commission.

• Approve public art for Livermore Hyatt House
• Approve public art for Blacksmith Square Expansion
• Approve public art for the Serenity Project
• Review grant funding recommendations: Las Positas College Foundation ($10,000), Livermore Art Association ($5,800), Livermore Valley Arts ($10,000)
• Appoint a subcommittee to review Public Art Grants due October 1, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive reports on several youth-focused initiatives and monthly operational data. The body will discuss the Tween Book Club, the Livermore Youth Council launch, and the 2024 Summer Learning Program.

• Report on the Tween Book Club and its future
• Presentation on the launch of the Livermore Youth Council
• Report on the 2024 Summer Learning Program
• August 2024 library statistics and activities reports
• Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and discuss policy options for the Public Services and Infrastructure elements of the Draft 2045 General Plan. The committee is asked to provide feedback on these options.

• Discussion of Public Services Element policy options
• Discussion of Infrastructure Element policy options
• Review of Draft 2045 General Plan Outline

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review a presentation and discuss policy options for the Safety Element and the Open Space & Natural Resources Element. The committee is seeking to provide feedback on these components of the Draft 2045 General Plan.

• Discussion of Open Space & Natural Resources Element policy options
• Discussion of Safety Element policy options
• Approval of July 17, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Approval of August 14, 2024, regular meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The Livermore General Plan Advisory Committee will approve draft minutes from the March 13, March 20 and April 10 regular meetings. It will then receive a presentation on Community Identity Element policy options and discuss the options to provide feedback. No action will be taken on items raised during the Open Forum.

• Approve draft minutes – March 13, 2024 regular meeting
• Approve draft minutes – March 20, 2024 adjourned regular meeting
• Approve draft minutes – April 10, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion of Community Identity Element policy options (presentation and feedback)
• Adjournment of the meeting

General Plan Advisory Committee

The Livermore General Plan Advisory Committee will hold a special workshop to receive a presentation on the working draft outline of the 2045 General Plan and associated Land Use Element policy options. The committee will consider staff recommendations and review the attached GPAC Staff Report, Draft GP Outline, and GPAC Land Use Policy Options. Public comments may be submitted by email, eComment link, or in‑person speaker cards before the meeting. No formal actions can be taken on items not listed on the agenda.

• Special meeting workshop item: presentation on the 2045 General Plan draft outline
• Review of Land Use Element policy options recommended by staff
• Staff report and attachments (GPAC Staff Report, Draft GP Outline, GPAC Land Use Policy Options)
• Public comment submission methods: email, eComment link, speaker cards
• Committee prohibited by state law from taking action on items not on the agenda

REVISED General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review updated population projections and draft citywide land use scenarios. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. A request to rezone a property on Vasco Road is included in supplemental materials.

• Approval of draft GPAC minutes from October 18, 2023
• Approval of draft GPAC minutes from November 8, 2023, and December 13, 2023
• Presentation on draft citywide land use scenarios
• Review of updated population and employment projections
• Request to re-zone 3 acre parcel at 2072 S Vasco Road to Residential Medium Density Zone

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review draft citywide land use scenarios and confirm recommendations for the Planning Commission and City Council. The committee will also receive an informational update on population and employment projections.

• Review and confirmation of draft citywide land use scenarios (Scenario A and Scenario B)
• Informational update to the Economic Conditions Report regarding population and employment projections
• Approval of draft minutes from October 18, November 8, and December 13, 2023

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review existing goals and policies and identify additional policy topics for the General Plan update. The body will also consider draft minutes from January and February 2024.

• Discussion of General Plan goals and policies
• Approval of January 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of supplemental materials regarding ways to support agriculture in Livermore

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to review aircraft operations and noise reports from May 2024. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from June 3, 2024.

• Review of May 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports
• Approval of June 3, 2024 draft minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive reports on early literacy workshops, professional development from the American Library Association, and a 2023 public library technology survey. The board will also review library statistics and activity reports for June and July 2024.

• Review of 2023 Public Library Technology Survey Summary Report
• Report on Early Literacy and Early Language Development Workshop for Parents & Caregivers
• Report on 2024 American Library Association Annual Conference takeaways
• Library statistics and activity reports for June and July 2024
• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Commission for the Arts

The Livermore Commission for the Arts will discuss forming subcommittees to review grant applications and manage city-owned artwork. The meeting will also address a draft communication toolkit for partnerships and mural criteria. No formal decisions are scheduled, only discussions and direction.

• Appoint subcommittee to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications
• Create subcommittee to plan management of city-owned artwork
• Review Partnership Model subcommittee's draft communication toolkit and community partnership list
• Discuss and provide input on Commission for the Arts' mural criteria
• Receive training on grant application review process and best practices

Library Board of Trustees

The Livermore Library Board of Trustees meets to discuss and potentially approve the draft annual work plan, receive updates on revised display/exhibit and meeting room policies, and hear reports on library statistics, programs, and a 20th anniversary celebration. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond routine approvals.

• Review and discuss draft annual work plan
• Receive report on updated Display/Exhibit Policy, Meeting Room Policy, and Meeting Room Use Permit form
• Review Civic Center Library’s 20th Anniversary Celebration and Summer Learning Program Kick-Off report
• Review April–May 2024 library statistics and programs

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances including new regulations for short-term rentals and a development agreement for the Lassen Road Townhome Project. The body will also discuss filling a City Council vacancy and appointing a Vice Mayor.

• Municipal Code Amendment 20-001 and Development Code Amendment 20-007 establishing short-term rental regulations
• Development Agreement (DA) 18-001 for the Lassen Road Townhome Project
• Agreement with Triangle Properties, Inc. for landscape mitigation maintenance not to exceed $450,000
• Appropriation of $385,000 for COVID-19 Hardening for City Buildings (Project 2020-36)
• Expenditure of $762,500 from the Small Business Assistance Grant Program for the Alameda County CARES Act grant program

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider approving the 2024 Work Plan and a $1,000 mini grant for 'The Transit Trilogy'. The body will also discuss a recommendation for the City's Poet Laureate and receive an update on the Isabel Crossing art program.

• Proposed 2024 Commission for the Arts Work Plan
• Mini Grant funding recommendation of up to $1,000 for Calvin Ray Shawler - The Transit Trilogy
• Recommendation of Peggy Schimmelman for appointment as Poet Laureate
• Update on the art program for the Isabel Crossing project in the Isabel Neighborhood Specific Plan area

Human Services Commission

The Livermore Human Services Commission met to receive three oral reports: the 2024 Alameda County homeless Point-in-Time Count results, an update on the 2023–2024 Winter Relief Hotel Voucher Program, and the final allocations for the FY 2024–25 Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs. No formal decisions were made; the Commission only received information.

• Receive 2024 Alameda County Homeless Point-in-Time Count results
• Receive 2023–2024 Winter Relief Hotel Voucher Program update
• Receive FY 2024–25 CDBG and HOME grant allocations

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on Land Use Alternatives Evaluation materials. The body will also discuss the planned outreach schedule to gather community feedback on the preferred land use scenario.

• Presentation of Land Use Alternatives Evaluation materials
• Review of Community Outreach Schedule for land use feedback

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation and review alternative maps regarding the East of Greenville Focus Area. The committee is also considering the approval of meeting minutes from May 10, 2023.

• Presentation and discussion of Land Use Alternatives for the East of Greenville Focus Area
• Approval of draft minutes from the May 10, 2023 meeting

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on Citywide Land Use Alternatives and evaluation results, then discuss and provide input on a preferred scenario. The meeting also includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes and standard public participation procedures.

• Approval of draft minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
• Presentation and discussion on Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on community feedback and previous committee input regarding draft land use alternatives. The body will discuss and confirm recommended changes to establish a preferred citywide land use scenario.

• Presentation on community input and feedback on draft land use alternatives
• Discussion of recommended changes for a preferred citywide land use scenario

General Plan Advisory Committee

The General Plan Advisory Committee will consider the Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II for the Las Positas, Laughlin Road, and Midtown focus areas, reviewing staff reports and public input. The committee will discuss and potentially confirm recommended changes to these General Plan focus areas. Routine consent‑calendar items will also be acted on, and the public may comment during the open forum.

• Consent calendar (routine items)
• Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II – Las Positas Focus Area
• Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II – Laughlin Road Focus Area
• Preferred Citywide Land Use Scenario Part II – Midtown Focus Area
• Open forum for public comments on agenda items

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a new hazardous waste "10-day Exempt Transfer Facility" at 5730 Naylor Avenue. Staff recommends approving the permit under CEQA exemptions, with an eight-year term and attached conditions.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP 23-001) for hazardous waste transfer facility at 5730 Naylor Avenue
• Project includes new loading dock and use of existing buildings; containers stay on-site max 10 days
• Staff recommends CEQA Section 15332 exemption and permit approval
• Permit valid for eight years with Conditions of Approval
• Public hearing scheduled for November 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM in Civic Center Meeting Hall

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to subdivide a parcel into four single-family residential lots at the Sunset Homes Cabana Club site (1777 Cordoba Street). Staff recommends approving the project under CEQA exemptions and adopting a vesting tentative parcel map, subject to conditions.

• Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 11367 for 1777 Cordoba Street (SUB 22-007)
• CEQA exemption under Class 32, Infill Development
• Approval of October 3 and 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Environmental Impact Report for the Livermore General Plan 2045. The body will also consider revisions to the city's policy for leasing city-owned properties for wireless telecommunication facilities.

• Public hearing on Notice of Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for Livermore General Plan 2045 (Imagine Livermore 2045)
• Proposed resolution for City Council to approve Policy (POL) 23-001 regarding leasing City-Owned Property for Wireless Communication Facilities
• Election of the 2023 Vice-Chairperson

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will meet to decide on a residential loft and ADU variance for a commercial building at 2240 Third Street, approve three right-of-way vacation consistency determinations, and confirm the FY 2023-2025 Capital Improvement Plan aligns with the city’s General Plan. The meeting also includes routine approvals of past meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Adopt CEQA exemption and approve variance/DDR for 2240 Third Street loft and ADU
• Approve Consistency Determination CD23-001 for Las Positas Road/Bennett Drive right-of-way vacation
• Approve Consistency Determination CD23-002 for Isabel Neighborhood storm drain easement vacation
• Approve Consistency Determination CD23-003 for FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Plan

Planning Commission

The Livermore Planning Commission will hear a staff presentation on the progress of the Imagine Livermore 2045 Comprehensive General Plan Update. No action is required by the Commission. The meeting also includes procedural items such as public comment, consent calendar, and adjournment.

• Imagine Livermore 2045 - Comprehensive General Plan Update Project Status Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for comments on an Environmental Impact Report for the East of Greenville Project. The body will also consider a roadway safety plan and a public right-of-way vacation on South Livermore Avenue.

• Public hearing for Notice of Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for the East of Greenville Project (POLI23-003)
• Consistency Determination (CD) 23-005 regarding the vacation of public right-of-way on South Livermore Avenue for Blacksmith Square
• Approval of the Livermore Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Recommendation that the Local Roadway Safety Plan be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will meet to review draft minutes from April 23, 2024. The body is also considering the appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant applications.

• Approval of April 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant applications

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a draft preferred land use scenario as part of the Comprehensive General Plan Update. This includes focus areas for Laughlin, Vasco Row, and Midtown. The commission is asked to provide feedback on this draft to the City Council.

• Review of Draft Preferred Land Use Scenario (Laughlin, Vasco Row, and Midtown)
• Request for additional analysis in the East of Greenville focus area

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to develop vacant land southwest of the Portola Avenue and Tranquility Circle intersection. The proposal includes a Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Site Plan Design Review for the Shea Aura residential condominium project.

• Shea Aura residential condominium development near Portola Avenue and Tranquility Circle
• Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) 8612 – Subdivision (SUB) 21-007
• Site Plan Design Review (SPDR) 21-006
• Consistency Determination (CD) 24-005

Airport Commission

The Commission will review April 2024 aircraft operations, activity, and noise reports. Members will also receive a presentation on the Brown Act and consider approving the 2024 Work Plan.

• Review of April 2024 aircraft operations, activity, and noise reports
• Presentation on the Brown Act and Rules of Procedure
• Review and approval of the Airport Commission 2024 Work Plan
• Approval of May 6, 2024, draft meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for several land use requests. These include a proposed hazardous waste transfer facility and two new animal care facilities in existing buildings. Staff recommends approval for the veterinary clinic and animal hospital projects.

• Hazardous waste transfer facility request (continued from previous meetings)
• 2,800 square-foot veterinary clinic at Well at Sunset center
• 1,960 square-foot animal hospital in Las Positas Shopping Center

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider consistency determinations for the acquisition of three properties intended for open space and conservation. These items include the Hartford Hills, Altamont Hills, and Greenville Road properties.

• Acquisition of 82 acres at Hartford Hills Property (CD 24-001)
• Acquisition of 32 acres at Altamont Hills Property (CD 24-002)
• Acquisition of 125.5 acres at Greenville Road Property (CD 24-003)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review several reports including a literacy program update and the transition of the Youth Advisory Commission to a library program. The meeting also includes reviews of March 2024 library statistics and activities.

• Update report on the Livermore Public Library's Literacy Program
• Report on the Livermore Area Youth Advisory Commission Transition to a Library Program
• Report on Genealogy Resources at Livermore Public Library
• Library statistics report for March 2024
• Library activities report for March 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive public comments on a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Surface Mining Permit 38, 39, and 40 Project. The Commission will also consider a consistency determination regarding the vacation of a public right-of-way at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive.

• Public hearing for Draft Environmental Impact Report: Surface Mining Permit (SMP) 38, 39, and 40 Project
• Consistency Determination (CD) 23-004 regarding vacation of public right-of-way at Las Positas Road and Bennett Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the SMP 39 and 40 Project. The request involves annexation, rezoning, and development agreements to allow light industrial uses near the northwest part of the city. The Commission's action is a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing for SMP 39 and 40 Project light industrial development
• Request for annexation, rezoning, and development agreements
• Proposed General Plan and Zoning Map amendments
• Certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report

Human Services Commission

The commission will discuss the proposed 2024 Work Plan and receive training on the Brown Act and Rules of Procedure. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from February and March 2024.

• Discussion of the proposed 2024 Work Plan
• Brown Act and Rules of Procedure training presentation
• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

General Plan Advisory Committee

The Livermore General Plan Advisory Committee will review and discuss recommended updates to the city’s land use plan for three specific areas: Las Positas, Laughlin Road, and Midtown. Staff will present public feedback and committee maps for discussion before potentially confirming changes. These focus areas guide future zoning, infrastructure, and development decisions that affect local residents.

• Discussion of Part II preferred citywide land use scenario for Las Positas, Laughlin Road, and Midtown focus areas
• Review of staff report, GPAC feedback maps, and summary of community input
• Consent calendar for routine committee actions
• Public comment period (Open Forum) with 3-minute time limits per speaker
• Next meeting scheduled for February 14, 2024, at the Civic Center Meeting Hall

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will receive presentations from applicants seeking Fiscal Year 2024-25 grants. These include programs for rental assistance, housing and homeless services, and various public services. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the January 9, 2024, meeting.

• Presentations for Capital Projects and Rental Assistance Programs grants
• Presentations for Housing and Homeless Services Programs grants
• Presentations for Public Services Programs grants
• Approval of January 9, 2024, meeting minutes

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will discuss grant scoring results and funding recommendations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The meeting also includes a presentation on Vineyard 2.0 Resource Center operations and a review of revised commission rules of procedure.

• Housing and Human Services Grant funding recommendations for FY 2024-2025
• Discussion regarding revised Human Services Commission Rules of Procedure
• Presentation on Vineyard 2.0 Resource Center operations
• Approval of February 13, 2024, meeting minutes

Human Services Commission

The Commission will review the application scoring process for the 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grants. The meeting also includes a presentation from La Familia and an oral report on the Alameda County 2021 Homeless Mortality Report.

• Presentation by The Alliance for Community Wellness Dba La Familia
• Overview of FY 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grant scoring process
• Oral report on the Alameda County 2021 Homeless Mortality Report
• Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review reports regarding aircraft operations and noise statistics from March 2024. The commission will also discuss the proposed 2024 Work Plan and consider approving draft minutes from April 1, 2024.

• Review of March 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports
• Discussion of the 2024 Airport Commission Work Plan
• Approval of April 1, 2024, draft minutes

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider approving up to ten $600 awards for high school seniors. The meeting also includes appointing a Poet Laureate selection subcommittee and receiving Brown Act training.

• Approval of up to ten $600 High School Senior Arts Awards totaling up to $6,000
• Appointment of the Poet Laureate selection subcommittee
• Brown Act training presented by Deputy City Attorney Katherine Mirassou
• Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies

The City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies will meet to review draft minutes from June 22, 2023. The primary focus of the meeting is conducting interviews for several municipal appointments.

• Approval of draft minutes from the June 22, 2023 Special Meeting
• Interviews for the Livermore Airport Commission
• Interviews for the Livermore Housing Authority
• Interviews for the Human Services Commission

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several contract amendments, including a funding increase for the Livermore Village Parking Garage project. The agenda also includes updates to airport fuel regulations and a framework for installing small cell antennas on streetlights. Additionally, the council will review real property negotiations in closed session.

• Increase Gannett Fleming, Inc. contract to $2,052,000 for parking garage construction management
• Amend Schaaf & Wheeler agreement from $400,000 to $1,000,000 for storm repair design and stream maintenance
• Authorize a master license agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for small cell antennas on streetlights
• Adopt an ordinance requiring airport fuel providers to provide unleaded aviation fuel by 2025
• Approve Caltrans agreement for trash capture devices with up to $1,480,000 in reimbursements

Airport Commission

The commission will review airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports from February 2024. The meeting also includes the approval of draft minutes from the March 4, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of March 4, 2024, draft minutes
• Review of February 2024 airport activity and aircraft operations reports
• Review of February 2024 noise concern statistics

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will review several grant applications for mini grants and project/program grants. The body will also discuss direction regarding the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee.

• Two Mini Grants of up to $1,000 each for Alliance for the Visual Arts and Livermore Drum Circle
• Project & Program Grant recommendations of up to $10,000 each for Bay Area Wood Limited Liability, Livermore Pride, Livermore Valley Arts, Livermore Valley Opera, and Thomasin Dewhurst
• Discussion regarding deliverables for the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review reports on library statistics and activities for February 2024. The meeting also includes discussions regarding library technology upgrades and the use of generative AI in library systems.

• Report on 2024 Black History Month recognition
• Report on Library Technology Upgrades
• Discussion on Generative AI for Library Systems
• February 2024 library statistics report
• February 2024 library activities report

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider several items regarding subcommittee appointments and award approvals. This includes reviewing grant applications and selecting winners for local art exhibitions.

• Approval of seven $100 awards for the 2024 Livermore Art Association Spring Art Show
• Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant and Project & Program Grant applications
• Selection of volunteers to judge the 2024 Teen Art Expo presented by the Livermore Public Library
• Discussion regarding the Alignment of Funding Model subcommittee
• Appointment of a subcommittee for the development of the 2024 Workplan

Human Services Joint Commission Workshop

The Human Services Commissions of Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton are reviewing an update on the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment. The meeting includes an oral report from JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc regarding community findings. Staff recommends that the commission receive this report and provide feedback.

• Oral report by JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc on human needs assessment
• Review of community challenges including housing affordability and healthcare access
• Discussion of mental health service gaps and substance use needs

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will discuss the scoring process for Housing and Human Services Grant applications for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The meeting also includes a training on Brown Act and Rules of Procedures and an oral report on homelessness. Members will also consider approving minutes from the May 9, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Brown Act and Rules of Procedures training
• Housing and Human Services Grant application scoring process discussion
• Homelessness update report

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will receive a presentation from Livermore Police Department Homeless Liaison Officers regarding outreach services. The agenda also includes oral reports on homelessness and the status of the Social Opportunity Endowment (SOE) Fund. Additionally, staff will provide an update on Community Needs Outreach for FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities.

• Presentation by Police Department Homeless Liaison Officers on outreach services
• Update on Community Needs Outreach for FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities
• Status update on the Social Opportunity Endowment (SOE) Fund
• Oral report on homelessness
• Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes

Human Services Commission

The Commission will discuss results from a Housing and Human Services Community Needs Assessment Survey. They will also consider approving grant priorities for Fiscal Year 2024-25 to be submitted to the City Council. Additionally, staff will present an annual report on the Winter Hotel Voucher Program.

• Approval of FY 2024-25 Grant Priorities
• Review of Housing and Human Services Community Needs Assessment Survey Results
• Annual Report of the FY 2022-2023 Winter Hotel Voucher Program
• Approval of draft FY 2022-2023 CAPER report
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Human Services Commission

The Commission will hear presentations from Partners for Change Tri-Valley and the Lions Center for the Visually Impaired. Staff will also provide oral reports regarding the 2022-2023 Housing and Human Services Grant Program and the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant Program.

• Presentation by Partners for Change Tri-Valley
• Presentation by Lions Center for the Visually Impaired
• Annual Report of Grantee Accomplishments for the 2022-2023 Housing and Human Services Grant Program
• Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant Program update

Airport Commission

The commission will review January 2024 reports regarding aircraft operations, airport activity, and noise statistics. Members will also provide feedback on the Airport Commission Rules of Procedure.

• Approval of February 5, 2024, draft minutes
• Review of January 2024 airport activity, aircraft operations, and noise reports
• Feedback regarding Airport Commission Rules of Procedure

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review reports regarding aircraft operations and noise statistics for November and December 2023. The commission will also consider approving the draft minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting.

• Review of November and December 2023 airport activity and aircraft operations reports
• Review of November and December 2023 noise concerns statistics
• Approval of December 4, 2023, draft meeting minutes

Commission for the Arts

The Commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024. Members will also receive updates on the Public Art Fund budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25.

• Election of 2024 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Update regarding changes to City Council Advisory Bodies
• Staff update on the Public Art Fund budget for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25
• Discussion of Alignment of Funding Model and Community Outreach Subcommittees
• Approval of the 2024 Commission for the Arts meeting calendar

Library Board of Trustees - Special Meeting

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss recommended changes to City Council Advisory Bodies and review redlined rules of procedure. Members will also provide feedback on a draft presentation for the 2024 annual update to the City Council. The meeting includes reports on library statistics and activities from October 2023.

• Proposed changes to City Council Advisory Bodies
• Review of 'Not Your Mother's Library' article
• Feedback on 2024 annual update to the City Council
• October 2023 library statistics report
• October 2023 library activities report

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for the upcoming term. The meeting includes reviews of winter reading program results, library statistics, and upcoming summer programming.

• Election of a chairperson and vice chairperson to serve until January 2025
• Report and recap on the 2023/2024 Winter Reading Program
• Presentation on 'Building Equity Based Summers' training
• Plans for Summer 2024 and the Civic Center Library's 20th Anniversary Celebration
• Library statistics and activity reports for November 2023, December 2023, and January 2024

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review monthly operational data. The discussion includes aircraft operations, general airport activity, and noise concern statistics for October 2023.

• Approval of November 6, 2023, draft minutes
• Review of October 2023 airport activity and aircraft operations
• Review of October 2023 noise concern statistics

Commission for the Arts

The Commission will receive updates regarding the Public Art Fund budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25. Members will also discuss changes to City Council Advisory Bodies and provide direction for subcommittees. The meeting includes approval of the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Public Art Fund budget update for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25
• Changes to City Council Advisory Bodies and Rules of Procedure
• Direction for Alignment of Funding Model and Community Outreach Subcommittees
• Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar

Commission for the Arts

The Commission for the Arts will consider several administrative actions including subcommittee appointments. The meeting includes a presentation on library arts and an update on a public art series proposal.

• Appointment of a subcommittee to review Mini Grant applications
• Livermore Public Library Arts & Programming presentation
• Staff update regarding the Dynamic Public Art Series proposal by Trent Thompson
• Discussion regarding the Alignment of Funding Model Subcommittee
• Appointment of new Commissioners to the Developer Initiated Art Subcommittee

Human Services Commission

The commission will elect its 2024 Chair and Vice Chair. Staff will also present critical dates for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grant Program and discuss next steps for the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment.

• Election of the 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Report on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Housing and Human Services Grant Program critical dates
• Discussion regarding the Eastern Alameda County Human Needs Assessment timeline
• Approval of the 2024 meeting calendar

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review September 2023 activity and noise reports. Members will also elect officers for 2024 and approve the annual meeting calendar. Additionally, the commission will discuss updating standards to require unleaded aviation fuel provision by FBOs.

• Approval of October 2, 2023, draft minutes
• Review of September 2023 airport activity and noise reports
• Approval of the 2024 Annual Meeting Calendar
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024
• Discussion on requiring unleaded aviation fuel provision by FBOs