Moraga public meetings in 2022

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for December 28, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on January 11, 2023. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 20, 2022 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a Density Bonus Ordinance to align local rules with state law, and consider adopting a Development Incentives Policy for affordable housing projects. The consent agenda includes adoption of an Affordable Housing Ordinance for new residential development and acceptance of completed improvements at Los Encinos subdivision.

• Public hearing on Density Bonus Ordinance amending Moraga Municipal Code Sections 8.04.020 and 8.172
• Resolution to adopt a Development Incentives Policy for projects meeting on-site affordable housing requirements
• Consent item: Ordinance adding Chapter 8.180 creating an Affordable Housing Requirement for new residential development
• Consent item: Accepting new playground equipment at Moraga Commons Park (CIP 21-303) from Ross Recreation/Landscape Structures
• Consent item: Accepting as complete the improvements for Subdivision 8444 (Los Encinos) by Los Encinos Moraga Builders Corp.

The Town Council elected Renata Sos as Mayor and Teresa Onoda as Vice Mayor. The Council also approved a new affordable housing requirement for residential development and a corresponding development incentives policy. Additionally, the Council updated the local Density Bonus ordinance to align with state law.

• Elected Renata Sos as Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Teresa Onoda as Vice Mayor (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 303-22 creating affordable housing requirements for new residential development (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 96-2022 approving a Development Incentives Policy for on-site affordable housing (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 304-2022 updating Density Bonus ordinance to conform with state law (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 92-2022 accepting completed playground equipment at Moraga Commons Park (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 93-2022 continuing the COVID-19 local emergency (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 97-2022 accepting the November 8, 2022 General Election vote certification (unanimous)

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a sculpture by Buddy Brodwin, a possible sculpture loan from Orinda, and updates on the Butterfly Mural. They will also plan future events and projects. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and public comments.

• Consider 'Meter Maidens' sculpture by artist Buddy Brodwin
• Consider acceptance of sculpture loan from Orinda
• April Poetry Read planning
• Lamorinda Open Studios brainstorming
• Updated Butterfly Mural design review by artist Robin Harper

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting that consists almost entirely of a closed session. The council will discuss existing litigation (Farmer v. Town of Moraga), negotiate terms for the Hacienda de las Flores property with Wedgewood Weddings, and consider one case of anticipated litigation. After the closed session, the mayor will report on any actions taken.

• Closed session: Farmer v. Town of Moraga, Contra Costa County Superior Court Case No. C20-02566
• Closed session: Real property negotiation for Hacienda de las Flores, 2100 Donald Dr, with Z Golf Food and Beverage Services, LLC dba Wedgewood Weddings
• Closed session: Anticipated litigation (one case, details in Attachment A)

The Town Council met via teleconference to conduct closed session business. No substantive decisions or actions were recorded in open session.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider introducing an ordinance that would create an affordable housing requirement for new residential development, and to provide direction on a proposed development incentives policy. The council will also review and file the audited financial reports for fiscal year 2021/22, adopt an investment strategy for the Section 115 Trust, award a consultant agreement for the Corliss Drive Safe Routes to School project, and discuss state comments on the draft Housing Element. Additionally, the council will consider changing its minutes from summary to action minutes.

• Public hearing on ordinance adding Chapter 8.180 to the Municipal Code for affordable housing requirements
• Review and file audited financial reports for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022
• Adopt passive moderately conservative investment strategy for Section 115 Trust
• Award professional services agreement to Sandis Civil Engineers for up to $211,410 for Corliss Drive Safe Routes to School (CIP 21-404)
• Discuss HCD comments on Moraga's Working Draft Housing Element

The Town Council introduced an ordinance to create affordable housing requirements for new residential developments. The Council also approved a professional services agreement for the Corliss Drive Safe Routes to School project and updated the town's minimum wage.

• Introduced ordinance creating affordable housing requirements for new residential development (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 90-2022 establishing minimum wage consistent with SB 3 (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering contract to Sandis Civil Engineers, Surveyors and Planners up to $211,410 (unanimous)
• Adopted Passive Moderate Investment Strategy Option for Section 115 Trust (unanimous)
• Approved transition from Summary Minutes to Action Minutes for official proceedings (unanimous)
• Reviewed and filed audited Financial Reports for the year ended June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Audit and Finance Committee will review the audited financial reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, including the annual comprehensive financial report and internal control memorandum. They will also receive a presentation on a proposed investment strategy for the Section 115 Trust and a report on the town's cash balances as of October 31, 2022. The meeting is held via teleconference only due to COVID-19.

• Review of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2022
• Review of memorandum on internal control and required communications for FY 2022
• Review of independent accountant's report on Proposition 111 compliance for FY 2021/22
• Report and presentation on proposed investment strategy for Section 115 Trust (PARS)
• Report on town's October 31, 2022 cash balances

The Committee approved the audited financial reports for the year ended June 30, 2022, with two requested changes to the transmittal letter and financial statements. Members also provided varying investment strategy recommendations for the Section 115 Trust to be forwarded to the Town Council. The Committee accepted a report on cash balances as of October 31, 2022.

• Approved action minutes from June 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted 2022 Audited Financial Reports with requested changes to page Xi and page 67 (unanimous)
• Recommended Passive Moderate investment strategy to Town Council (Bob Kennedy, Renata Sos)
• Recommended Passive Capital Appreciation investment strategy to Town Council (Stephen Huxley)
• Accepted October 31, 2022 cash balances report (unanimous)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission will meet via teleconference to consider placing 'Meter Maidens' in West Commons Park, discuss the Parks and Recreation Director placement, and adopt the consent agenda including minutes from August 15, 2022. Public comments can be submitted by email or via Zoom.

• Consider placement of 'Meter Maidens' in West Commons Park
• Parks and Recreation Director placement announcement
• Adoption of minutes from August 15, 2022 meeting
• Liaison reports from Schools, Art in Public Spaces, Trails, and Volunteers

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is meeting to discuss several art-related items, including a proposed sculpture, a poetry event, and an updated mural design. The agenda includes public comments, adoption of minutes, and liaison updates, but the main decisions involve new and existing business items.

• Consider 'Meter Maidens' sculpture by artist Buddy Brodwin
• Updated Butterfly Mural design review by artist Robin Harper
• April Poetry Read planning
• Lamorinda Open Studios brainstorming
• Determine next APSC project

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will meet via teleconference to discuss and review comments from the California Department of Housing and Community Development on the town's draft Housing Element. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Review and discuss HCD comments on Moraga's Working Draft Housing Element
• Meeting conducted by teleconference under COVID-19 emergency provisions
• Public comments accepted via Zoom, phone, or email before 4:30 p.m. on meeting day

The Planning Commission received an informational report regarding comments from the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on the Town's Working Draft Housing Element. Staff discussed plans to respond to HCD by December 21, 2022, with a goal of adopting the Housing Element by January 31, 2023, to avoid 'builders remedy' risks.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for November 23, 2022 has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on December 7, 2022, and the next regularly scheduled meeting will be on December 14, 2022. This agenda contains only procedural notice of cancellation and rescheduling.

• Regular meeting cancelled for November 23, 2022
• Special meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022
• Next regular meeting on December 14, 2022

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special meeting to receive an overview of a proposed affordable housing ordinance for new residential development, accept public comments on the draft Environmental Impact Report for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative, and review state comments on the draft Housing Element. The council will also consider approving an employment agreement for interim town manager services with Brian Dolan. The meeting includes a proclamation honoring Town Clerk Marty McInturf for 13 years of service.

• Overview of proposed ordinance to implement affordable housing requirements for new residential development
• Public comments on Draft Environmental Impact Report for Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative
• Review of HCD comments on Draft Housing Element
• Resolution approving employment agreement for Interim Town Manager Brian Dolan
• Proclamation honoring Town Clerk Marty McInturf for 13 years of service

The Town Council approved an employment agreement for Brian Dolan to serve as Interim Town Manager starting January 3, 2023. The council also received reports on a proposed affordable housing ordinance, a draft environmental impact report, and state comments on the Town's housing element.

• Approved employment agreement for Interim Town Manager Brian Dolan (4-0-1)
• Modified meeting agenda to include housing and environmental reports (4-0-1)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major items: a conditional use permit for a new DISH Wireless facility on an existing PG&E transmission tower near Fay Hill Road, and a proposed ordinance to require affordable housing in new residential developments. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (UP 04-22), Design Review (DR-02-22), and Grading Permit (GR 03-22) for a new DISH Wireless facility on Fay Hill Road (APN 256-040-015)
• Public hearing on Resolution XX-2022 recommending Town Council adopt an ordinance adding Chapter 8.180 to the Moraga Municipal Code for an affordable housing requirement for new residential development
• Consent agenda adoption and routine matters

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Youth Involvement Committee's regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss holiday events and upcoming volunteer opportunities, as well as receive reports on intergenerational programs, support for Ukraine, and the Warm Coat Drive. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Discussion of holiday events and volunteer opportunities
• Report on intergenerational programs
• Report on support for Ukraine
• Report on Warm Coat Drive
• Announcement of new Parks and Recreation Director Mackenzie Brady

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting to receive a report on proposed General Plan and Safety Element amendments that will be part of the Housing Element adoption planned for January 2023. The council will also review and approve a Town Manager recruitment brochure and timeline, and receive a Basis of Design Report for the 2021-2023 Annual Storm Drain Repairs Project. The consent agenda includes routine items such as accounts payable, meeting minutes, and a consultant agreement for a drainage project.

• Proposed Moraga General Plan Amendments and Safety Element Amendments for Housing Element adoption
• Town Manager Recruitment Marketing Brochure and Timeline
• Annual Storm Drain Repairs Project (CIP 21-205) Basis of Design Report
• First Amendment to Consultant Services Agreement with Anchor Engineering for $25,000 (total $76,935) for Moraga Road and Hacienda Drainage Project (CIP 21-206)
• Accounts Payable Claims for 10/21/22 totaling $181,354.93

The Town Council approved the marketing brochure and hiring timeline for a new Town Manager with several specific text modifications. The council also accepted a design report for storm drain repairs and received an informational report on proposed General Plan amendments.

• Approved Town Manager Recruitment Marketing Brochure and hiring timeline (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items 6.1-6.5 (4-0-1)
• Approved $181,354.93 in accounts payable claims (4-0-1)
• Approved continued use of teleconferencing for meetings (4-0-1)
• Authorized Associate Civil Engineer to attend FEMA training in Maryland (4-0-1)
• Approved $25,000 amendment for Moraga Road and Hacienda Drainage Project (4-0-1)
• Modified meeting agenda order for Item 10 (4-0-1)
• Accepted Basis of Design Report for 2021-2023 Annual Storm Drain Repairs Project

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will receive an informational report and public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative. They will also hear an informational report on inclusionary housing requirements and continue a public hearing to recommend an ordinance creating an affordable housing requirement for new residential development.

• Informational report and public comment on Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative
• Informational report on inclusionary housing requirements for new residential development
• Continued public hearing to consider Resolution 12-2022 recommending an ordinance adding Chapter 8.180 to the Moraga Municipal Code for affordable housing requirements

The Planning Commission received an informational report on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative. The commission also discussed a proposed Town-wide Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and voted to continue the public hearing on the matter.

• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
• Tabled adoption of Resolution 12-2022 regarding the Affordable Housing Requirement ordinance until November 14, 2022 (7-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to recess into closed session to discuss the appointment of an Interim Town Manager. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Closed session discussion on appointment of Interim Town Manager
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Mayor's report on closed session

The Town Council met via teleconference for a special session. The meeting was primarily used for a closed session regarding a public employee appointment. No substantive actions were taken in open session.

• Discussed Interim Town Manager appointment in closed session
• Adjourned meeting at 11:45 a.m. (5-0)

1 - Town Council

This Town Council special meeting was cancelled, so no decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda would have included public comments and a closed session to consider appointing an Interim Town Manager.

• Meeting cancelled
• Closed session item: Public Employee Appointment - Interim Town Manager

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The November 1, 2022 regular meeting of the Moraga Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a public hearing on a local density bonus ordinance to align with state law, and consider contracts for town manager recruitment ($28,000) and IT services ($736,136). They will also receive a status report on the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative and act on consent items including a $1.5 million transfer to pre-fund pension benefits.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending density bonus rules to conform with state law
• Resolution to hire Bob Murray & Associates for $28,000 for town manager recruitment
• Resolution to award 5-year IT services contract to Silicon Connections, LLC for up to $736,136
• Consent item: $1,500,000 appropriation from Palos Colorados fund to PARS trust for pension pre-funding
• Consent item: Ordinance prohibiting sale of flavored tobacco and electronic smoking devices

The Town Council authorized a $28,000 contract for a Town Manager search and a $736,136 IT services agreement. The Council also introduced an ordinance to align local density bonus rules with state law and extended the Town Manager recruitment Ad Hoc Committee.

• Approved $28,000 contract with Bob Murray & Associates for Town Manager recruitment (4-0-1)
• Approved $736,136 five-year IT services contract with Silicon Connections, LLC with benchmarking required by September 2023 (4-0-1)
• Waived first reading and introduced ordinance to align Local Density Bonus Ordinance with state law (4-0-1)
• Extended Ad Hoc Committee to provide recommendations on candidate search deliveries and interim Town Manager candidates (3-1-1)
• Approved $1.5M appropriation from One-Time Developer Fees to PARS Post-Employment Benefits Trust (4-0-1)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting sale of flavored tobacco and electronic smoking devices (4-0-1)
• Approved $10,000 contract amendment for Anchor Engineering for street resurfacing inspection (4-0-1)
• Appointed Alexis Maple to the Planning Commission

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for the Planning Commission and then select and appoint one applicant to fill the vacancy. The agenda includes public comments and adoption of the agenda, but the main action is the appointment decision.

• Interview of applicants for the Planning Commission
• Selection and appointment of applicant to the Planning Commission
• Public comments on agenda items

The Town Council interviewed two applicants and appointed Alexis Mapel to the Planning Commission. Mapel will serve the remainder of a two-year term ending in March 2023.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0-1)
• Appointed Alexis Mapel to the Planning Commission for a term ending March 2023 (4-0-1)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the Moraga General Plan. A draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative will be considered in November 2022. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Discussion of proposed Moraga General Plan Amendments
• Program-level Environmental Impact Report (EIR) prepared for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative
• Draft EIR to be considered by the Planning Commission in November 2022

The Planning Commission held an informational presentation regarding Phase 1 of the General Plan Consistency Amendments and the Safety Element. No formal actions were taken on the amendments, as the session was intended for discussion and feedback prior to future votes. The commission discussed maintaining 'semi-rural' language and refining EIR mitigation measures.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission is hosting a roundtable discussion with housing developers, including a staff presentation on inclusionary housing and a feedback session. The meeting is primarily a discussion and listening session, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Inclusionary housing presentation by staff
• Feedback session with housing developers
• Public comments period

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 18, 2022 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 1, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled for October 18, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for November 1, 2022

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 17, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting to handle routine business including adopting the agenda and minutes, and receiving public comment. They will review their bylaws and elect officers, set committee objectives and goals, and discuss rescheduling the November meeting due to the Veteran's Day holiday. The committee will also plan holiday events and volunteer opportunities, and hear reports on intergenerational programs.

• Review of Bylaws and Election of Officers
• Committee Objectives and Goals
• Reschedule November Meeting due to Veteran's Day Holiday
• Holiday Events and Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
• Intergenerational Programs report

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco and electronic smoking devices. They will also receive presentations on a pension rate stabilization program and the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative, and discuss the process for recruiting a new town manager. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving accounts payable, meeting minutes, and several ordinances.

• Public hearing on ordinance to prohibit sale of flavored tobacco and electronic smoking devices
• Presentation on Section 115 Trust Accounts for pension rate stabilization by PARS
• Discussion on recruitment and selection of a new town manager, including resolution to establish ad hoc committee
• Consent item: Ordinance to create expedited permitting for electric vehicle charging stations
• Consent item: Ordinance adopting regulations for trees and landscaping in public right-of-way

The Town Council voted 4-0 to prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products and electronic smoking devices, with the ordinance taking effect January 1, 2023. The Council also formed a two-member Ad Hoc Committee (Mayor Woehleke and Vice Mayor Sos) to interview recruitment firms and recommend a process for hiring a new Town Manager. Consent agenda items were approved, including ordinances for electric vehicle charging stations and landscaping in public rights-of-way.

• Approved Ordinance banning flavored tobacco and electronic smoking devices, effective January 1, 2023 (4-0 vote).
• Appointed Ad Hoc Committee (Mayor Woehleke and Vice Mayor Sos) to interview recruitment firms for Town Manager search (4-0 vote).
• Approved Consent Agenda items 6.1-6.3, 6.5-6.7, including accounts payable ($250,802.68), meeting minutes, teleconferencing, EV charging stations ordinance, landscaping ordinance, and CIP budget amendments (4-0 vote).
• Approved Proclamation for Free and Fair Elections (4-0 vote).
• Modified meeting agenda to consider items 10C, 9A, 10A, and 10B in that order (4-0 vote).
• Received presentation on Pension Rate Stabilization Program via PARS 115 Trust; staff to return with agreement for October 26 meeting.
• Received status report on Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative with revised schedule.
• Adjourned meeting at 9:45 p.m. (4-0 vote).

1 - Town Council

This is a special meeting of the Moraga Town Council. The main item is a closed session to evaluate the performance of the Town Attorney, followed by a report from the mayor on the closed session. The agenda contains no other substantive business.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for the Town Attorney (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Mayor's report on closed session

The Town Council met in a special closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the Town Attorney, as permitted by state law. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 5-0 vote, and the mayor stated the closed session report would be given at the regular meeting later that evening.

• Held closed session for public employee performance evaluation of Town Attorney (5-0)
• Adjourned special meeting at 6:25 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 4, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2022.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating trees, shrubs, and hedges in public rights-of-way, and will discuss using one-time developer fees from the Palos Colorados fund to establish an emergency reserve and reduce future pension liability. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of accounts payable, meeting minutes, and a grant commitment letter.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Municipal Code Title 12, adding Chapter 12.10 on landscaping in rights-of-way
• Discussion on using Fund 100 (Palos Colorados developer fees) for emergency reserve and pension payment
• Approve accounts payable claims totaling $477,997.08
• Authorize letter of commitment to Contra Costa Transportation Authority for Safe Streets and Roads grant
• Approve minutes of June 22, 2022 regular council meeting

The Town Council voted 3-2 to introduce an ordinance clarifying property owner responsibilities for trees, shrubs, and landscaping in the public right-of-way, with a modified definition of 'abutting property owner.' The Council also discussed using $1.5 million from Palos Colorados developer fees to reduce future pension liability and directed staff to return with an analysis, but took no action on establishing an emergency reserve fund.

• Introduced ordinance amending Municipal Code Title 12 on landscaping in right-of-way (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $477,997.08 in accounts payable, June 22 meeting minutes, and letter of commitment for Safe Streets grant (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:03 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will consider updating the Town of Moraga Municipal Code to align with State Density Bonus law. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a design review and variance for a residential fence.

• Proposed ordinance to amend Title 8, Planning and Zoning, regarding State Density Bonus law
• Public hearing for a variance and design review (DRB-04-22) for an 8-foot fence at 301 Constance Place

The Planning Commission approved a design review and variance for a fence at 301 Constance Place, allowing a height of up to 8 feet in the exterior side yard setback within the Canyon Road scenic corridor, with the applicant permitted to vary between 7 and 8 feet. The commission also adopted a resolution recommending the Town Council amend the municipal code to conform with State Density Bonus Law, a procedural update that does not mandate density bonuses but establishes application procedures.

• Approved design review and variance for fence at 301 Constance Place, allowing up to 8 feet height in scenic corridor (6-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending Town Council amend municipal code to conform with State Density Bonus Law (6-0)
• Deferred adoption of September 6, 2022 meeting minutes to next meeting (6-0)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 19, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Town Council voted 5-0 to adopt an ordinance creating expedited permitting for electric vehicle charging stations, and also approved a $250,000 contribution to the John Muir Land Trust for the purchase of Harvey Ranch. The Council received a presentation on new Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) standards and provided direction to staff, but took no final action on that item. The consent agenda was adopted 5-0, including approval of a $402,500 pavement rehabilitation contract and a letter supporting a federal Safe Streets grant application.

• Adopted ordinance creating expedited permitting for EV charging stations (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 contribution to John Muir Land Trust for Harvey Ranch purchase (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $402,500 pavement rehabilitation contract (5-0)
• Authorized letter supporting CCTA Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant application (5-0)
• Approved continued use of teleconferenced meetings via Resolution 77-2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Military Equipment Use Policy for Police Department (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)
• Received report on VMT standards; provided staff direction but took no final action

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is holding a teleconferenced meeting to organize itself. The agenda includes adopting minutes, public comment, and new business items such as reviewing the Brown Act and parliamentary procedure, reviewing bylaws, electing officers, determining future meeting logistics, and setting committee objectives and goals. The meeting is not physically open to the public due to COVID-19 orders.

• Review of Brown Act and Parliamentary Procedure
• Review of Bylaws and Election of Officers
• Determine Future Regular Meeting Logistics
• Committee Objectives and Goals
• Public comment via email or teleconference

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will conduct a study session featuring a staff presentation regarding updates to the Density Bonus Ordinance. The body will also review and adopt minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting.

• Study Session: Density Bonus Ordinance Update

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will discuss inclusionary zoning options for housing and provide direction to staff. The Council will also consider a consent agenda that includes approving a $3.8 million pavement project contract, a legal services agreement for PCB litigation, and a police vehicle purchase. A proclamation for International Overdose Awareness Day and a letter of support for SB 884 are also on the agenda.

• Discuss inclusionary zoning options and provide direction to staff
• Award $3,813,318 construction contract to DeSilva Gates for 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CIP 22-401)
• Approve legal services agreement with Sher Edling LLP for PCB contamination litigation on contingency fee basis
• Authorize purchase of a police vehicle for $44,517.75
• Approve accounts payable claims totaling $2,707,358.26

The Town Council discussed inclusionary zoning options for affordable housing but took no formal action, only providing direction to staff for drafting an ordinance. The Council approved the consent agenda (5-0) including a $3.8M pavement contract and a $44,517 police vehicle purchase. A proclamation declaring August 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day was read.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.8, 6.10, 6.11 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 74-2022 accepting Hacienda ADA Pathway Improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 75-2022 authorizing purchase of police vehicle for $44,517.75 (5-0)
• Directed voting delegate to support Cal Cities bylaw amendments (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting in honor of Parks Director Brandt and Ukraine war anniversary (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a design review and conditional use permit for a business and a local ordinance. The body will also review meeting minutes from June and July 2022.

• Public hearing for Design Review and CUP for 398 Rheem Blvd Stars Gas
• Public hearing for EVCS Ordinance

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and Design Review for Stars Food Mart at 398 Rheem Boulevard, allowing a 10-square-foot addition, a 1,883-square-foot convenience store, and two new wall signs, subject to modified conditions. The Commission also recommended the Town Council adopt an ordinance streamlining permitting for electric vehicle charging stations. Both motions passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved CUP and Design Review for Stars Food Mart at 398 Rheem Blvd (7-0)
• Approved modified Condition 12 for waste oil tank removal compliance
• Approved amended Condition 9 for parking, circulation, and curb changes
• Recommended Town Council adopt EV charging station zoning amendments (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including June 28 and July 5 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and consent calendar, and receiving reports. New business includes reviewing the 2022-2023 Activity Guide, a park project update, and considering relocating 'Helical Wind Spinners' to West Commons Park. The meeting is teleconferenced due to COVID-19, with public comment via email.

• Consider relocation of 'Helical Wind Spinners' to West Commons Park
• 2022-2023 Activity Guide review
• Park Project Update
• Parks and Recreation Director recruitment announcement
• Adoption of minutes from June 20, 2022 meeting

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission unanimously recommended placing two sculptures, 'Wind Spinner' and 'LOL' by Buddy Brodwin, at West Commons Park. The commission also adopted the meeting agenda and June 20, 2022 minutes, and received updates on the Parks and Recreation Director recruitment, summer programs, and the Fall/Winter Activity Guide.

• Recommended 'Wind Spinner' and 'LOL' sculptures for West Commons Park (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted June 20, 2022 minutes as presented (unanimous)

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including a proposed mural, sculpture designs and relocations, and their annual timeline. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• Proposed mural at New Town Bakery by artist Robin Harper
• Review updated design for approved 'Pear' sculpture
• Relocation of 'Helical Wind Spinners' to West Commons Park
• Proposed 'LOL' sculpture by artist Buddy Brodwin
• Adoption of May 16, 2022 special joint meeting minutes

The Art in Public Spaces Committee recommended relocating the Large Helical Wind Spinner and installing the 'LOL' sculpture at West Commons Park, both approved 5-0. They also discussed a proposed butterfly mural for New Town Bakery and reviewed designs for other sculptures. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved recommendation to relocate Large Helical Wind Spinner to West Commons Park (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to install 'LOL' sculpture at West Commons Park (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted May 16, 2022 special joint meeting minutes (unanimous)

1 - Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for August 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on August 24, 2022. No agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: August 24, 2022

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for August 2, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2022.

1 - Town Council

The Town Council's regular meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on August 24, 2022. This agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: August 24, 2022

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2022.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 18, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider approving the submittal of its Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for review. The meeting also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, continuing the COVID-19 local emergency, and awarding contracts for fire abatement and financial software upgrades.

• Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element submittal to HCD
• Fire abatement contract to Wildland Corporation for $34,100 (up to $40,920 with change orders)
• Springbrook Financial Suite upgrade and cloud subscription, $23,310 plus annual fees up to $61,455 by FY 2026/27
• On-call civil engineering services for land development, up to $100,000 per agreement for three years
• Continued use of teleconferenced meetings under AB 361

The Town Council approved submitting the Working Draft of the 2023-2031 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review, following a 30-day public comment period ending July 30, 2022. The council also adopted the consent agenda, including contracts for fire abatement and on-call engineering services, and approved a resolution for the Springbrook financial software upgrade. The meeting was held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Approved submittal of Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to HCD (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1-6.9 and 6.11 (4-0-1, Onoda abstained)
• Approved Resolution 68-2022 for Springbrook financial suite upgrade and cloud subscription (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 66-2022 awarding fire abatement contract to Wildland Corporation for $34,100 (consent)
• Approved Resolution 67-2022 for on-call civil engineering services, total not to exceed $100,000 per agreement (consent)
• Approved Resolution 64-2022 continuing teleconferenced meetings (consent)
• Approved Resolution 65-2022 renewing local COVID-19 emergency (consent)
• Approved minutes for April 13, 20, 26, and 27, 2022 meetings (consent)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting. The only substantive item is a recess to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation with legal counsel, specifically the initiation of one potential case. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with public comment and a report on the closed session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (one potential case)
• Public comments accepted via Zoom or email before 3:30 p.m.
• Teleconference-only meeting due to COVID-19 state of emergency

The Town Council met in a special teleconferenced session and immediately entered closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only action was adjourning the meeting. The mayor announced that a report from closed session would be given at the regular meeting later that evening.

• Adjourned special meeting at 6:24 p.m. (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider adopting the Local Roadway Safety Plan and authorizing grant applications for two safety improvement projects. They will also review the Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element and approve its submittal to the state for review. The meeting is held via teleconference only due to COVID-19.

• Resolution adopting the Moraga Local Roadway Safety Plan (CIP No. 21-409)
• Authorizing Town Engineer to submit HSIP grant applications for two safety projects
• Review and approve submittal of Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to HCD

The Town Council unanimously adopted Resolution 63-2022, approving the Moraga Local Roadway Safety Plan and authorizing the Town Engineer to submit two Highway Safety Improvement Program grant applications. The Council also voted 5-0 to submit the Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for review, with further discussion scheduled for July 13, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution 63-2022, Local Roadway Safety Plan (5-0)
• Authorized Town Engineer to submit two HSIP grant applications (5-0)
• Approved submittal of Working Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to HCD (5-0)
• Voted 5-0 to initiate potential litigation in closed session
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:00 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will review a staff PowerPoint presentation regarding the working draft of the Housing Element. The meeting also includes the adoption of a consent agenda item for a wireless communication facility.

• Public hearing on Working Draft Housing Element
• Consent agenda: DISH Wireless Communication Facility – 1928 St. Mary’s Road

The Planning Commission voted 6-1 to forward the Draft 2023-2031 Moraga Housing Element to the Town Council for a public hearing on July 11, 2022, with a recommendation to submit it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) as a 'Working Draft' for review. The motion included edits summarized by staff, with the exception of a public suggestion for a Real Estate Transfer Tax, which was noted as a public comment only. The actual adoption of the Housing Element will not occur until later in 2022 or early 2023, pending consideration with the Environmental Impact Report (EIR).

• Forwarded Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element to Town Council for July 11 hearing (6-1)
• Recommended submitting Housing Element to HCD as 'Working Draft' for review (6-1)
• Adopted consent agenda including DISH Wireless facility at 1928 St. Mary's Road (6-0-1)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
• Noted Real Estate Transfer Tax suggestion as public comment, not included in motion
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 9:10 p.m. (unanimous)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to gather input and feedback on the HCD Working Draft Housing Element. The discussion focuses on constraints and programs designed to address those constraints.

• Public hearing for input on HCD Working Draft Housing Element: Constraints and Programs Addressing Constraints

The Planning Commission held a study session to receive input on the Working Draft Housing Element, focusing on goals, policies, and programs to address housing constraints. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with commissioners providing feedback on items like inclusionary zoning and density increases. The draft will be reviewed at the July 5 Planning Commission meeting and then forwarded to the Town Council.

• Adopted consent agenda for May 3 and May 24, 2022 minutes (4-0, with 3 absent)
• No action taken on Housing Element; study session only
• Commissioners suggested modifying Program 14 language on inclusionary zoning (10% BMR) to allow flexibility
• Staff to return in August with detailed options on inclusionary housing

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold public hearings on the street lighting assessment district and a military equipment use policy, then consider adopting the FY 2022/23 operating and capital improvement budgets, including the five-year financial plan and capital improvement program, and establishing the annual Gann appropriation limit. The council will also discuss a process to identify potential uses of Fund 100 (Palos Colorados). The consent agenda includes routine items such as accounts payable, meeting minutes, election consolidation, and acceptance of public art sculptures.

• Public hearing: Confirm Engineer's Report for Street Lighting Assessment District 1979-1, levy assessments for FY 2022/23
• Public hearing: Introduce ordinance adopting Military Equipment Use Policy for Moraga Police Department
• Adopt FY 2022/23 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets, including Five-Year Financial Plan and Capital Improvement Program
• Establish annual Gann Appropriation Limit for FY 2022/23
• Discuss approach to identify potential uses of Fund 100 – Palos Colorados

The Town Council adopted the FY 2022/23 operating and capital budgets, including a $250,000 contribution to the John Muir Land Trust for Harvey Ranch acquisition, by a 4-1 vote with Mayor Woehleke dissenting. The council also approved resolutions on teleconferencing, public art, street lighting assessments, and a military equipment use policy. A discussion on potential uses of Palos Colorados funds (Fund 100) was held with direction to staff to continue policy discussions on pensions, reserves, and recreation.

• Adopted FY 2022/23 operating and capital budgets, including $250,000 for Harvey Ranch (4-1, Woehleke no)
• Approved Resolution 58-2022 for continued teleconferencing of meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 59-2022 accepting three public art sculptures (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 60-2022 for street lighting assessments (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance adopting Military Equipment Use Policy (5-0)
• Approved consent items including accounts payable and election consolidation (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 10:45 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission is meeting to gather input and feedback on the HCD Working Draft Housing Element, specifically regarding constraints and programs to address them. The body will also consider a wireless communication facility proposal.

• Public hearing for input on HCD Working Draft Housing Element: Constraints and Programs Addressing Constraints
• DISH Wireless Communication Facility at 1928 St. Mary’s Road (APN 258-150-005)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission will hold a teleconferenced meeting to discuss and receive updates on the recommended Capital Improvement Program for town parks and recreation facilities in fiscal year 2022/23, as well as summer events and activities. The meeting will also include public comments, adoption of minutes, and announcements, including a Town Council meeting on June 22, 2022, regarding proposed uses for Fund 100 – Palos Colorados. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes on specific projects scheduled.

• Update on Recommended Capital Improvement Program and Projects for Town Parks and Recreation Facilities in FY 2022/23
• Summer Events and Activities Update
• Town Council Meeting on June 22, 2022 - Process to Identify Proposed Uses for Fund 100 – Palos Colorados
• Adoption of minutes from April 18, 2022 and May 16, 2022 Special Joint Meeting
• No regular meeting in July 2022 to align with Town Council recess

The Park and Recreation Commission met virtually and received updates on the recommended Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2022/23, summer events, and maintenance projects. No formal decisions were made; the agenda and prior meeting minutes were adopted unanimously. The CIP projects are pending Town Council approval on June 22, 2022.

• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes from April 18 and May 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Received update on CIP projects for FY 2022/23 (no action taken)
• Received update on summer events and activities (no action taken)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a regular meeting to consider the preliminary FY 2022/23 Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets, receive the second presentation of the Local Roadway Safety Plan, and discuss the proposed approach for identifying potential uses of Fund 100 – Palos Colorados. The meeting will be conducted via teleconference only due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The consent agenda includes routine items such as accounts payable and meeting minutes.

• Preliminary FY 2022/23 Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets, including updates to the Five-Year Financial Plan
• Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) second presentation and staff feedback
• Proposed approach to identify potential uses of Fund 100 – Palos Colorados
• Accounts payable claims for 05/20/22 totaling $180,889.77
• Resolution renewing and continuing the local COVID-19 emergency

The Town Council provided preliminary direction to include $250,000 from Palos Colorados funds (Fund 100) in the FY 2022/23 budget for the John Muir Land Trust's acquisition of Harvey Ranch, with final adoption scheduled for June 22. The Council also directed staff to include non-profits in the Small Business Recovery Grant program and to keep the $100,000 additional funding for that program. The Recreation and Open Space Plan Process item was continued to the June 22 meeting.

• Directed $250,000 from Palos Colorados funds for Harvey Ranch acquisition (preliminary, 4-1)
• Kept $100,000 additional funding for Small Business Recovery Grant program
• Directed staff to include non-profits in Small Business Recovery Grant program
• Continued Recreation and Open Space Plan Process to June 22, 2022
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1-6.4 (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as shown (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:24 p.m. (5-0)

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit & Finance Committee will review the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2022/23. The committee will also consider the proposed capital improvement program budget for the same period.

• Consider proposed Fiscal Year 2022/23 operating budget
• Consider proposed Fiscal Year 2022/23 capital improvement program budget
• Approval of action minutes from February 1, 2022, AFC meeting

The Audit and Finance Committee reviewed the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Mid-Year Revenue and Expenditure Report and recommended forwarding it to the Town Council for its February 9, 2022 meeting. The report includes a General Fund revenue adjustment of $161,370 and expenditure increase of $61,100, projecting a year-end fund balance of $5,077,741. The committee also approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes with a 4-0-1 vote.

• Approved AFC meeting minutes of November 3, 2021 (4-0-1, Sos abstained)
• Accepted FY 2021/22 Mid-Year Budget Report and recommended forwarding to Town Council

6 - Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) Board will meet via teleconference to discuss the upcoming fiscal year. The primary action item is a resolution to approve the budget for the Bellavista Development.

• Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 for the Bellavista Development

The Moraga Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD) Board unanimously adopted Resolution 01-2022, approving the $84,000 budget for the Bellavista development for fiscal year 2022-2023. The budget includes an estimated assessment levy of $4,566 per residential unit and a contribution of $43,170 to reserves. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including the minutes from the June 16, 2021 meeting, and discussed future items such as cattle grazing and controlled burns.

• Adopted GHAD Resolution 01-2022 approving the FY 2022-23 budget (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from June 16, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as shown (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:02 p.m. (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider direction for the Bollinger Canyon Special Study Area rezoning and a resolution regarding the St. Mary's Road double roundabouts project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the FY 2022/23 Master Fee Schedule.

• Direction on General Plan Amendment and Rezoning of Bollinger Canyon Special Study Area
• Resolution for St. Mary’s Road Roundabouts at Rheem Boulevard and Bollinger Canyon Road involving $37,000 in appropriations
• Public hearing for the FY 2022/23 Master Fee Schedule
• Approval of an interagency agreement with Contra Costa County Animal Services
• Amendment to the FY 2022/23 Salary Schedule for four part-time classifications

The Town Council adopted the FY 2022/23 Master Fee Schedule and approved several consent items, including a resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings. It provided direction to staff to move forward with a new Rural Residential (RR) zoning district for the Bollinger Canyon Study Area, allowing one dwelling unit per five acres. The Council also adopted a mitigated negative declaration for the St. Mary's Road roundabouts project but decided not to allocate further funds for it, effectively shelving the project. A request to discuss including non-profits in the Small Business Grant Program was denied.

• Adopted FY 2022/23 Master Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 49-2022 continuing teleconferenced meetings (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 51-2022 establishing FY 2022/23 RMRA street list (5-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with RR zoning (1 unit/5 acres) for Bollinger Canyon Study Area
• Adopted Resolution 53-2022 for St. Mary's Road roundabouts CEQA document (5-0)
• Decided not to carry over funds for further roundabout work
• Denied request to add non-profits to Small Business Grant Program discussion (2-3)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting. The main item is a recess to closed session for real property negotiations with Verizon Wireless regarding town property at various locations, including 1425 and 1504 St. Mary's Road. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with public comment and a report on the closed session.

• Closed session: real property negotiations with GTE Mobilnet of California dba Verizon Wireless
• Properties: town right-of-way at 1425 St. Mary's Road and 1504 St. Mary's Road
• Negotiating price and terms for wireless leases

The Town Council met in a special teleconferenced session and entered closed session to discuss price and terms for real property negotiations with Verizon Wireless regarding town-owned properties, including 1425 and 1504 St. Mary's Road. No decisions were made in open session; the only action was to adjourn the meeting unanimously. The report on the closed session was deferred to the regular council meeting later that evening.

• Adjourned special meeting (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding FY2022-23 CIP General Plan Conformance. The meeting also includes a study session focused on Bollinger Canyon.

• Public hearing: FY2022-23 CIP General Plan Conformance
• Study session: Bollinger Canyon

The Planning Commission voted to accept the draft General Plan Amendment and Zoning Regulations for the Bollinger Canyon Study Area, recommending the Town Council approve the proposed Rural Residential (RR) zoning with a modified definition of agriculture. The commission also adopted a resolution finding the FY 2022/23 Capital Improvement Plan consistent with the General Plan. The meeting was a study session for the Bollinger Canyon rezoning, with no final decision made on that item.

• Adopted Resolution finding FY 2022/23 CIP consistent with General Plan (5-0)
• Accepted draft Bollinger Canyon General Plan Amendment and Zoning Regulations with modified agriculture definition (5-0)
• Recommended Town Council approve proposed CIP with noted conditions
• Recommended Town Council approve Bollinger Canyon rezoning with revised agriculture definition

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding FY2022-23 CIP General Plan Conformance and a study session for Bollinger Canyon. The meeting includes standard procedures such as the adoption of the consent agenda and meeting agenda.

• Public hearing: FY2022-23 CIP General Plan Conformance
• Study session: Bollinger Canyon

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Park and Recreation Commission and Art in Public Spaces Committee will hold a special joint meeting. The agenda includes a tour of West Commons Park and consideration of potential locations for sculptures by artists Tony Zurich and Buddy Brodwin.

• Tour of West Commons Park
• Consideration of 'The Fisherman' sculpture by artist Tony Zurich
• Consideration of 'Helical Wind Spinners' by artist Buddy Brodwin

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission and Art in Public Spaces Committee held a joint special meeting at West Commons Park. They toured the newly acquired 2.53-acre park and unanimously recommended two sculptures for installation: 'The Fisherman' by Tony Zurich and 'Pear' by Buddy Brodwin. The recommendations will go to the Town Council for final approval.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended 'The Fisherman' by Tony Zurich for West Commons Park (unanimous)
• Recommended 'Pear' by Buddy Brodwin for West Commons Park (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:49 p.m. (unanimous)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 16, 2022, has been cancelled.

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee and Park and Recreation Commission will conduct a tour of West Commons Park. The committee will also discuss the location and placement recommendations for two potential sculptures: 'The Fisherman' by Tony Zurich and 'Helical Wind Spinners' by Buddy Brodwin.

• Tour of West Commons Park
• Consideration of sculpture 'The Fisherman' by artist Tony Zurich
• Consideration of sculpture 'Helical Wind Spinners' by artist Buddy Brodwin

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The regular Art in Public Spaces Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, May 16, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The committee will discuss upcoming spring festival details and conduct recruitment for the 2022-2023 term. The meeting also includes updates from the Town Council Liaison and reports from various subcommittees.

• Spring Fest at Moraga Commons Park
• 2022-2023 Committee Recruitment & Term
• Review of 2021/2022 Term
• Cultural Fair / Event Subcommittee report
• Events for Teens Subcommittee report

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will discuss the preliminary FY 2022/23 budget and provide direction to staff. They will also receive presentations on a town facilities energy generation study and a fire abatement draft report. The Council will consider approving employment agreements and compensation packages for town employees, including memoranda of understanding with the Moraga Employees Association and Moraga Police Officers Association. The consent agenda includes routine items like accounts payable claims and meeting minutes.

• FY 2022/23 Preliminary Budget Discussion
• Town Facilities Energy Generation Study presentation
• Fire Abatement Draft Report findings
• Fourth Amendment to Employment Agreement for Town Manager Cynthia Battenberg
• Compensation packages and MOUs for town employees effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025

The Town Council approved resolutions establishing compensation packages and memoranda of understanding for Department Directors, Mid-Management/Professional Employees, the Moraga Employees Association, and the Moraga Police Officers Association, effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025, with a 3-1 vote (McCluer dissenting, Makker absent). The Council also approved a 4% salary increase for the Town Manager, adopted the consent agenda (including street lighting assessments), and accepted the Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee report. The meeting included extensive discussion on the FY 2022/23 preliminary budget, with direction to staff on several items, but no final budget adoption.

• Adopted Resolution 44-2022 (Department Directors compensation) 3-1-1
• Adopted Resolution 45-2022 (Mid-Management/Professional compensation) 3-1-1
• Adopted Resolution 46-2022 (MEA MOU) 3-1-1
• Adopted Resolution 47-2022 (MPOA MOU) 3-1-1
• Adopted Resolution 48-2022 (Salary Schedule amendment) 3-1-1
• Adopted Resolution 43-2022 (Town Manager 4% salary increase) 4-0-1
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.3, 6.5 (including street lighting assessments) 4-0-1
• Accepted Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee Report as modified 4-0-1

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss existing litigation involving PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC. The council will also meet in closed session with legal counsel and provide a report on that session during the open meeting.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC litigation

The special meeting was called to order and immediately moved into a closed session to discuss existing litigation (PWRP-Moraga LP v. Stars Holding Co. LLC). No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made in open session. The council adjourned at 6:15 p.m. with a 4-0-1 vote (Makker absent).

• Held closed session on existing litigation (4-0-1, Makker absent)
• Adjourned special meeting at 6:15 p.m. (4-0-1, Makker absent)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council and Planning Commission are holding a special joint teleconferenced meeting to discuss and provide input on the 2023-2031 Moraga Housing Element. The discussion will cover inclusionary housing, transfer of development rights, parking, floor area ratio/density, density bonuses, and height standards. No final decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and input item only.

• Discussion of 2023-2031 Moraga Housing Element
• Inclusionary housing policies
• Transfer of development rights
• Parking standards
• Floor area ratio/density, density bonuses, and height standards

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session to discuss tools to facilitate housing development, including inclusionary housing, transfer of development rights, parking standards, floor area ratio, and building heights. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with staff receiving feedback to inform the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element. The only action taken was to adjourn the meeting.

• Adjourned special joint meeting (11-0-1, Helber absent)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will conduct a regular meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes the adoption of previous meeting minutes and continued discussion regarding Bay Area Ballplayers.

• Approval of April 19, 2022, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
• Continued discussion of Bay Area Ballplayers

The Planning Commission held a routine teleconferenced meeting, adopting the consent agenda (including the April 19, 2022 minutes and the Bay Area Ballplayers item) and the meeting agenda. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with a correction noted to the April 19 minutes and an announcement of a joint meeting on the Housing Element.

• Adopted consent agenda including April 19, 2022 minutes and Bay Area Ballplayers item (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as shown (5-0)
• Corrected April 19, 2022 minutes: Chairperson Luster was not absent but abstained
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 6:44 p.m. (unanimous)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider the preliminary draft of the five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and provide direction to staff. They will also vote on the final map for the Hetfield Estates subdivision, accept the West Commons Park improvements, and continue discussing the future use of Measure K funds. The agenda includes several routine consent items, such as approving accounts payable and proclamations.

• Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget - preliminary draft for direction
• Hetfield Estates Final Map - Resolution approving final map and subdivision improvement agreement
• West Commons Park Camino Ricardo Landscape Improvements - acceptance of park improvements
• Measure K funds - continued discussion on future use
• Donation of $21,000 for Commons Park Enhancement Project from Moraga Community Foundation

The Town Council approved the final map for the 7-lot Hetfield Estates subdivision (3-1-1, with Councilmember McCluer recused) and accepted the West Commons Park Camino Ricardo landscape improvements (5-0). The Council also adopted the consent agenda (5-0), which included approving accounts payable of $318,580.63 and several resolutions. The Council discussed the preliminary Five-Year Capital Improvement Program budget and heard public comments requesting a sidewalk at the top of Corliss Drive, but took no final action on the budget.

• Approved Resolution 39-2022 for Hetfield Estates final map and subdivision improvement agreement (3-1-1, Onoda no, McCluer recused)
• Approved Resolution 40-2022 accepting West Commons Park Camino Ricardo landscape improvements (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including accounts payable of $318,580.63 and resolutions on teleconferencing and lighting district engineering (5-0)
• Modified meeting agenda to hear Hetfield and West Commons Park items before CIP budget (5-0)
• Discussed preliminary Five-Year CIP budget; no formal action taken
• Discussed future use of Measure K funds; no formal action taken

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting in special session to recess into closed session for a performance evaluation of the Town Manager and for labor negotiations with the Town Manager and employee organizations. The open session includes public comments and a report on the closed session. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation (Town Manager)
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with unrepresented employee (Town Manager)
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with Mid-Management/Professionals and Moraga Employees' Association

The Town Council met in special session on April 26, 2022, primarily for closed session discussions on the Town Manager's performance evaluation and labor negotiations. No reportable action was taken from the closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions. A public comment letter was read into the record raising concerns about conflicts of interest in these matters.

• Adjourned special meeting at 12:15 p.m. (4-0-1, Makker absent)
• No reportable action from closed session on Town Manager evaluation
• No reportable action from closed session on labor negotiations

1 - Town Council

This is a special meeting with a closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Verizon Wireless regarding town property at various locations, including 1425 and 1504 St. Mary's Road. The council will also hear public comments and receive a report on the closed session. No other substantive action is on the agenda.

• Closed session on real property negotiations with GTE Mobilnet of California dba Verizon Wireless
• Properties include town right-of-way at 1425 St. Mary's Road and 1504 St. Mary's Road
• Negotiation topics: price and terms

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee is meeting by teleconference to review and discuss its independent report to the Town Council on transaction and use tax revenues and expenditures for fiscal year 2020/21. The committee will also approve minutes from its March 8, 2022 meeting and set the next meeting date. Public comments are accepted via email or Zoom.

• Review independent report on Transaction and Use Tax revenue/expenditures for FY 2020/21
• Approve action minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting
• Public comment via email to publicworks@moraga.ca.us or Zoom webinar

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding Bay Area Ballplayers. The Commission will also consider the nomination and selection of a new Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Public hearing for Bay Area Ballplayers
• Nomination and selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair

The Planning Commission voted to approve a revised Temporary Conditional Use Permit (UP-03-22) for Bay Area Ballplayers' outdoor sports facility at 1325 Moraga Way, extending the use until October 31, 2023, with modified conditions. The decision was not final; the resolution will be brought back on May 3, 2022, for final compliance determination. The Commission also selected Kerry Hillis as Chair and Brenda Luster as Vice-Chair for the upcoming term.

• Approved Temporary Conditional Use Permit UP-03-22 for Bay Area Ballplayers, with revisions to Conditions 4, 6, 12, 13, 15, and 16 (6-0, Luster abstained)
• Continued item to May 3, 2022, for final compliance determination
• Extended facility operation until October 31, 2023, instead of staff's recommended six months
• Denied expansion of facility and turf field, camps, adult fitness classes, birthday parties, lacrosse goals, and portable medicine ball wall
• Selected Kerry Hillis as Planning Commission Chair for April 19, 2022, through March 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Selected Brenda Luster as Planning Commission Vice-Chair for April 19, 2022, through March 1, 2023 (unanimous)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The meeting includes discussions on Earth Day 2022 recognition and recommendations for the 2022 Five-Year Capital Asset Replacement Program. The Commission will also conduct nominations and selections for the Chair and Vice Chair positions.

• Recognition of Earth Day 2022 initiatives
• 2022 Five-Year Capital Asset Replacement Program Recommendations
• Nomination and selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Hacienda Open House announcement for May 12

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission unanimously re-elected Christina Pelchat as Chair and Tara Crain as Vice Chair. The commission also adopted the meeting agenda and the March 21, 2022 minutes. Staff reported on summer programs and the Town Council's acceptance of West Commons Park into the park system.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted March 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Christina Pelchat as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Tara Crain as Vice Chair (unanimous)

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The committee will discuss unfinished business regarding the Cultural Fair scheduled for May 14, 2022. Members will also address new business concerning a return to in-person meetings.

• Cultural Fair at Moraga Commons Park on May 14, 2022
• Discussion on returning to in-person meetings
• Moraga Town Council Liaison update from Councilmember Onoda

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will discuss and potentially act on several items, including providing direction on housing opportunity sites and rezoning for the 2023-2031 Housing Element, receiving an initial presentation on the Local Roadway Safety Plan, and considering a resolution to appropriate $150,000 from American Rescue Plan Act funds for a Small Business Recovery Grant Program. The council will also review a five-year capital asset replacement plan and consider consent items including accounts payable and a continued local emergency declaration due to COVID-19.

• Housing Element: Direction on Housing Opportunity Sites and Rezoning (2023-2031)
• Resolution to appropriate $150,000 from ARPA Fund 102 for Moraga Small Business Recovery Grant Program
• Receive Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) initial presentation
• Consider Capital Asset Replacement Five-Year Plan
• Consent: Accounts payable claims of $152,027.77; continue NPDES rate of $35 per Equivalent Runoff Unit; renew COVID-19 local emergency

The Town Council gave direction on housing opportunity sites and rezoning for the 2023-2031 Housing Element, accepting most consultant recommendations for the Moraga and Rheem Centers, including density increases to 24 units per acre in several zones. The Council also approved a $150,000 small business recovery grant program funded by ARPA and renewed the local COVID-19 emergency. A future agenda item on a noise ordinance was requested.

• Approved Resolution 34-2022 renewing local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 35-2022 appropriating $150,000 from ARPA for small business recovery grants (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1-6.4, including accounts payable of $152,027.77 (5-0)
• Directed staff on housing opportunity sites, including density increases to 24 DUA in several Moraga Center zones
• Directed staff on Rheem Center rezoning, including new Mixed Commercial-Residential district
• Consensus to carve out Moraga Nursery as Retail-Residential mix
• Requested future agenda item on noise ordinance (5-0)
• Adjourned in memory of former Mayor Merle Gilliland (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council met for a special session to conduct business in closed session. The agenda included a conference with labor negotiators and a performance evaluation of the Town Manager.

• Conference with labor negotiators representing various employee organizations
• Public employee performance evaluation for the Town Manager

The Town Council met in special session and immediately went into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with employee organizations and to evaluate the Town Manager's performance. No reportable action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Adjourned special meeting at 8:31 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 5, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2022.

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider allocating ARPA funds for Chamber of Commerce support and a business grant program. The meeting also includes reviews of pavement rehabilitation strategies and annual housing reports.

• $25,000 ARPA appropriation for Moraga Chamber of Commerce support
• Up to $15,000 additional appropriation for Chamber Community Faire sponsorship
• $193,635 construction agreement for Commons Park Irrigation Project
• $400,000 grant application for Hacienda Flood Control Project
• Acceptance of 2021 Street Resurfacing Project completion

The Town Council adopted Resolution 32-2022, appropriating $37,000 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for Moraga Chamber of Commerce financial support and sponsorship of the 2022 Community Faire. The Council also directed staff to develop a $150,000 Moraga Business Recovery Grant Program, with grants of up to $5,000 per business, to be administered by the Town. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 32-2022 appropriating $37,000 from ARPA funds for Chamber support and Community Faire sponsorship (5-0)
• Directed staff to create a $150,000 Moraga Business Recovery Grant Program with grants up to $5,000 per business (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Chamber assistance for this year and $10,000 for 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 sponsorship for the 2022 Community Faire (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $629,646.16 in accounts payable claims (5-0)
• Awarded $193,635 construction contract for Commons Park Irrigation Project (5-0)
• Accepted 2021 Street Resurfacing Project as completed (5-0)
• Authorized $400,000 grant application for Hacienda Flood Control Project (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Tri-City Council will hear a presentation regarding the Lamorinda Action Plan Update. The session includes discussion and direction from councilmembers on this policy matter.

• Presentation by John Hoang, Director of Planning at Contra Costa Transportation Authority, on the Lamorinda Action Plan Update

The Moraga Town Council joined Lafayette and Orinda in a special joint meeting to receive a presentation from the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) on the Lamorinda Action Plan update. No formal decisions were made; the councils discussed the plan's goals, routes of regional significance, and public outreach, and offered feedback. The meeting also included discussion of potential topics for a future joint meeting, such as wildfire evacuation and drought resilience.

• Adopted meeting agenda (15-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:46 p.m. (15-0)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss park maintenance, receive an update on the Commons Park restroom replacement (CIP 21-301), review proposed designs for new play equipment (CIP 21-303), and consider options for virtual versus in-person meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review proposed designs for Commons Park play equipment (CIP 21-303)
• Receive update on Commons Park restroom replacement (CIP 21-301)
• Park maintenance tour debrief from February 28, 2022 meeting
• Discuss virtual meetings and in-person meeting options
• Nomination and selection of Chair and Vice Chair

1 - Town Council

The March 16, 2022, special meeting is scheduled via Zoom webinar due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda includes a closed session for the Council to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The Moraga Town Council held a special teleconferenced meeting on March 16, 2022, with no public comments and no reportable action from closed session. The only action taken was adjournment, which passed 5-0.

• Adjourned the special meeting at 7:04 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for April 5, 2022.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee (MYIC) is holding a teleconferenced meeting on March 10, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, adoption of agenda and minutes, and public comment. Under unfinished business, the committee will discuss the Teddy Bear Tea (held February 13, 2022) and the upcoming Cultural Fair on April 23, 2022. Subcommittee reports will cover the Cultural Fair, ongoing MYIC events, events for teens, and the 'Forget Me Not' teen-to-senior connection.

• Cultural Fair – Saturday, April 23, 2022 – Moraga Commons Park
• Teddy Bear Tea – Sunday, February 13, 2022 – Hacienda de las Flores
• Teleconference-only meeting due to COVID-19 executive orders
• Public comment via email to jbateson@moraga.ca.us

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider awarding a professional services agreement to Harris & Associates for engineering design services for the 2021-2023 Annual Road Rehabilitation and Storm Drain Repairs Project, with a total amount not to exceed $344,573 including a 15% contingency. The meeting also includes proclamations, a presentation on SB 1383, and routine consent items such as approving accounts payable and continuing the local COVID-19 emergency.

• Resolution to award $344,573 contract to Harris & Associates for road and storm drain design (CIP 21-205)
• Resolution to award $59,725 contract to AnchorCM for construction management on Moraga Road and Hacienda Drainage Project (CIP 21-206)
• Proclamation honoring Brian South for 20 years of service to the Town
• Presentation on SB 1383 reducing short-lived climate pollutants by Judith Light, RecycleSmart
• Letter from Moraga Community Foundation confirming $100,000 donation for Moraga Commons Enhancement Program

The Town Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Harris & Associates for engineering design services for the 2021-2023 Annual Road Rehabilitation and Storm Drain Repairs Project, not to exceed $344,573. The council also adopted the consent agenda (5-0), including a resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under AB 361, and approved several other routine items. No public hearings or discussion items were held.

• Approved $344,573 engineering design contract with Harris & Associates for road/storm drain repairs (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6, 6.7 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 27-2022 continuing teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-2022 renewing local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-2022 awarding $59,725 construction management contract to AnchorCM (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-2022 amending purchasing policy for SB 1383 compliance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-2022 participating in Mayors' Monarch Pledge (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as shown (5-0)

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee is meeting via teleconference to receive a status presentation on Measure K funds, approve prior meeting minutes, and appoint a subcommittee to perform an audit report to the Town Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• FY 2021-21 Measure K Status Presentation
• Approve action minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting
• Appoint subcommittee to perform audit report to Town Council
• Establish next meeting date

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee met and adopted the meeting agenda and the June 8, 2021 action minutes, both with 4-0 votes (1 absent). Members Bill Faoro and Laszlo Bonnyay volunteered to prepare the committee's audit report for presentation to the Town Council. No other substantive decisions were made; the next meeting date was not set.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved June 8, 2021 action minutes (4-0, 1 absent)
• Volunteered Faoro and Bonnyay to perform audit report for Town Council

1 - Town Council

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a special joint meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative. The session included a presentation regarding housing opportunity sites and various rezoning options.

• Discussion on housing opportunity sites and rezoning options

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop to discuss housing opportunity sites and rezoning options to meet the state-mandated RHNA of 1,118 units. No formal decisions were made; members provided preliminary feedback on density options, with some supporting increases to 24 units per acre and others favoring further study. The meeting was informational, with next steps including community engagement and future study sessions.

• Adjourned meeting in solidarity with Ukraine (12-0)
• No formal action taken on housing rezoning options; discussion only

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new baseball stadium at St. Mary's College. The Commission will also review the 2021 General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Report.

• Public hearing for St. Mary’s College to approve a permitted use determination (UP-01-22) and design review permit (DRB-01-22) for a 4,324 square-foot baseball stadium and entry plaza at 1928 St. Mary's Road
• Review of the Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Report for 2021
• Discussion of Planning Department 2022/23 Work Program Priorities

The Planning Commission approved a permitted use determination and design review permit for a new 4,324-square-foot, 21-foot-10-inch-tall baseball stadium at Saint Mary's College, including a new entry plaza and landscaping, subject to conditions. The commission also recommended the Town Council accept the Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Reports and authorize staff to submit them to state agencies, with minor amendments. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Permitted Use Determination (UP-01-22) and Design Review Permit (DRB-01-22) for Saint Mary's College baseball stadium (7-0)
• Recommended Town Council accept Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Reports and authorize submittal to state (7-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including February 1, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Commission will hold a special meeting for an informational park maintenance tour of Hacienda de las Flores Park. No official action or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Park Maintenance Tour of Hacienda de las Flores Park, 2100 Donald Drive

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider approving a $4,254,072 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditure plan and discuss future allocation of those funds. The council will also vote on a salary adjustment for the Police Lieutenant position, setting it to the median of comparable cities. Several routine consent items are on the agenda, including contracts for drainage projects, a road safety plan, and a police vehicle purchase.

• Resolution approving $4,254,072 ARPA expenditure plan and designating funds to Fund 102
• Resolution adjusting Police Lieutenant salary to median of comparable cities, effective April 1, 2022
• Purchase of ADA restroom structure for Moraga Commons Park for $324,761
• Award construction contract to Kerex Engineering for Moraga Road and Hacienda Drainage Project, not to exceed $252,098
• Purchase of a police vehicle for $35,800

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for February 21, 2022, has been cancelled.

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The regular Art in Public Spaces Committee meeting scheduled for February 21, 2022, has been cancelled.

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to interview applicants and make appointments to the Art in Public Spaces Committee, Park and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission, as well as the Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee. The meeting is conducted remotely under COVID-19 emergency provisions and includes public comment opportunities via Zoom or email. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Interview applicants for Art in Public Spaces Committee, Park and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission
• Select, appoint, and re-appoint members to Art in Public Spaces Committee, Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Park and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar only due to COVID-19 state of emergency
• Public comment accepted during meeting via Zoom or before 4:30 p.m. by email

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place on March 1, 2022.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The committee is meeting via teleconference to discuss upcoming holiday and seasonal events. The agenda includes updates on the Teddy Bear Tea, a Cultural Fair, and the election of officers.

• Election of Officers
• Breakfast with Santa at Hacienda de las Flores
• Teddy Bear Tea at Hacienda de las Flores
• Cultural Fair at Moraga Commons Park

1 - Town Council

The Town Council met in special teleconferenced session, recessed to closed session to discuss two existing lawsuits, and returned to open session with no reportable action. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:25 p.m. (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of a resolution for the Hetfield Estates subdivision. The body will review a Precise Development Plan, Grading Permit, and Design Review for the project.

• Public hearing for Hetfield Estates (PDP 01-21, GR 02-21, DRB 07-21) at the Southern Terminus of Hetfield Place
• Proposed 7 unit single family residential development
• Review of landscaping, bridge, retaining walls, and design guidelines for Hetfield Estates

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the Hetfield Estates Precise Development Plan, Grading Permit, and Design Review for a 7-unit single-family residential development at the southern terminus of Hetfield Place. The approval includes conditions adding a new design guideline limiting buildable pad elevation change to 4-5 feet, clarifying building heights (19 ft single-story, 28 ft two-story, 35 ft aggregate max), amending a guideline to limit two-story units side-by-side to two, and removing the stone veneer specification for the bridge. The project has been in process since 2005 and this was the final step before the Final Map and home construction.

• Approved Hetfield Estates PDP, Grading Permit, and Design Review (7-0)
• Added design guideline: buildable pad elevation change no greater than 4-5 feet
• Clarified building heights: 19 ft single-story, 28 ft two-story, 35 ft aggregate max
• Amended Design Guideline 1 to limit two-story units side-by-side to two
• Removed stone veneer specification for bridge; applicant may choose from natural veneers
• Adopted January 4, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit and Finance Committee will meet via teleconference to review the fiscal year 2021/22 mid-year revenue and expenditure report. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the November 3, 2021, meeting.

• Review and acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2021/22 mid-year revenue and expenditure report
• Approval of action minutes from the AFC Meeting of November 03, 2021

The Audit and Finance Committee reviewed the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Mid-Year Revenue and Expenditure Report and recommended forwarding it to the Town Council for its February 9, 2022 meeting. The report includes a General Fund revenue adjustment of $161,370 and expenditure adjustments of $61,100, resulting in a projected year-end fund balance increase to $5,077,741. The committee also approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes with a 4-0-1 vote (Abstain: Sos). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 3, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0-1, Sos abstained)
• Accepted FY 2021/22 Mid-Year Budget Report and recommended forwarding to Town Council

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a teleconferenced regular meeting on January 26, 2022. The main actions are reviewing and prioritizing proposed 2022 Town Council and Community Goals, and considering a resolution to create a new Senior Accountant classification with a salary range effective February 1, 2022. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable claims and meeting minutes.

• Review and prioritize proposed 2022 Town Council and Community Goals
• Resolution to approve new Senior Accountant job description and salary range, effective Feb 1, 2022
• Approve accounts payable claims for 01/14/2022 totaling $265,193.19
• Approve minutes for Oct 12 and Oct 13, 2021 meetings
• Confirm Town Council committee appointments for 2022

The Town Council adopted Resolution 10-2022 creating a new Senior Accountant classification and adding it to the salary schedule, effective February 1, 2022, with a 4-1 vote (McCluer dissenting). The council also approved consent agenda items including accounts payable claims and committee appointments, and discussed but did not formally adopt the 2022 Town Council Goals, which will return for a formal vote at the next meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 10-2022 creating Senior Accountant position (4-1)
• Approved accounts payable claims of $265,193.19 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for October 13, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Town Council committee appointments (5-0)
• Approved amended minutes for October 12, 2021 special meeting (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Discussed 2022 Town Council Goals; formal vote deferred to next meeting

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 1, 2022.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, January 17, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting by teleconference to handle routine business: electing officers, discussing holiday events, and planning the upcoming Teddy Bear Tea. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items.

• Election of officers
• Breakfast with Santa recap (Dec 19, Hacienda de las Flores)
• Teddy Bear Tea planning (Feb 13, 2022, Hacienda de las Flores)
• Subcommittee reports: Cultural Fair, Ongoing MYIC Event, Events for Teens, Forget Me Not Teen to Senior Connection

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a new Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance. The Council will also review the town's SWOT analysis and the AB 1600 Development Impact Fees annual report.

• Public hearing for Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance
• Review of AB 1600 Development Impact Fees Annual Report for FY ended June 30, 2021
• Contract amendment with MIG Incorporated to increase compensation by $100,000
• PlaceWorks GIS contract amendment increasing compensation by $41,020
• Professional services agreement with Clean Coalition for energy study up to $66,000

The Town Council unanimously adopted a Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to align with state requirements, and approved a resolution affirming Renata Sos as Mayor and appointing Steve Woehleke as Vice Mayor, with roles to swap by May 25, 2022. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a $66,000 contract for a town facility energy generation study and a grant application for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements on Camino Pablo. A motion to approve the October 12, 2021 special meeting minutes was continued to the next meeting pending staff review of comments.

• Adopted Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 6-2022 affirming Sos as Mayor, Woehleke as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7-2022 authorizing TDA grant application for Camino Pablo safety improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 8-2022 amending PlaceWorks GIS contract, adding $41,020 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 9-2022 awarding $66,000 energy study contract to Clean Coalition (5-0)
• Continued approval of October 12, 2021 special meeting minutes to next meeting (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 6.1, 6.4-6.7, 6.10, 6.12 (5-0)
• Requested future agenda items for Monarch Pledge proclamation and diversity committee extension (5-0)

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special teleconferenced meeting to discuss and provide direction on the selection of the 2022 Mayor and Vice Mayor. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, with public participation available via Zoom or livestream. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and direction on 2022 Mayor and Vice Mayor selections
• Teleconferenced meeting under AB 361 due to COVID-19 emergency
• Public comment via Zoom webinar or email to townclerk@moraga.ca.us

The Town Council directed staff to place an item on the January 12, 2022 agenda to appoint Councilmember Steve Woehleke as Vice Mayor, effective that date, and to switch the Mayor and Vice Mayor positions no later than May 2022, with Woehleke becoming Mayor and Renata Sos becoming Vice Mayor. The decision follows community controversy over the December 8, 2021 election of Sos as Mayor and Makker as Vice Mayor. No formal vote was taken at this special meeting; the council provided direction to staff.

• Directed staff to place item on Jan 12, 2022 agenda to appoint Woehleke as Vice Mayor effective Jan 12
• Agreed Mayor and Vice Mayor positions to switch no later than May 2022, with Woehleke as Mayor and Sos as Vice Mayor
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will receive an informational report on new Vehicle Miles Traveled standards for evaluating transportation impacts. The Commission will also consider a resolution recommending that the Town Council adopt an ordinance establishing model water efficient landscaping and irrigation practices.

• Informational report on new Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) standards
• Resolution recommending adoption of Chapter 8.178 regarding Model Water Efficient Landscaping

The Planning Commission held an informational study session on new Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) standards for evaluating transportation impacts under SB 743, receiving guidance from consultants and providing feedback. The Commission then voted unanimously to adopt a resolution recommending the Town Council adopt the Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (MWELO) to comply with state law. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted resolution recommending Town Council adopt MWELO ordinance (7-0)
• Received informational report on VMT standards; no formal action taken