Moraga public meetings in 2024

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled - no agenda items considered

9 - Zoning Administrator, Town of Moraga

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing regarding a project application by Richfield Real Estate Corporation. The proposal involves 20 lots zoned MOSO and Non-MOSO Open Space within the Palos Colorados Subdivision.

• Public hearing for 20 lots in Palos Colorados Subdivision (Lots 16-24, 25-32, and 121-123)

The Zoning Administrator approved a 5-year extension of conditional use permits establishing development standards for 20 lots zoned MOSO and Non-MOSO Open Space in the Palos Colorados Subdivision. The application by Richfield Real Estate Corporation was approved as consistent with the certified 1996 EIR and 2007 addendum. The meeting was brief, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved 5-year extension of conditional use permits for 20 Palos Colorados lots (ZA-04-24)

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee will meet to discuss new and unfinished business. The agenda includes a proposal to collaborate with the Orinda Teen Advisory Council and the selection of subcommittees.

• Collaboration with Orinda Teen Advisory Council
• Volunteer opportunities
• Holiday Tree Lighting
• Intergenerational Bingo
• Subcommittee selection

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council holds its regular meeting to discuss routine consent items, including approval of accounts payable ($640,363.25), an employee salary schedule, and acceptance of the annual financial report. The Council will also consider accepting two public art sculptures for West Commons Park and purchasing a police vehicle. A key action is the reorganization of the Town Council with nomination and election of the Mayor and Vice Mayor for the next year, along with cancellation of January regular meetings and scheduling a special meeting.

• Reorganize Town Council: nominate and elect Mayor and Vice Mayor for 12 months
• Authorize purchase of 2023 Dodge Durango police vehicle for $47,710.39
• Accept two public art sculptures for West Commons Park and appropriate $1,000
• Approve accounts payable claims of $640,363.25
• Adopt resolution approving employee salary schedule effective Jan 1, 2025

The Town Council unanimously elected Steve Woehleke as Mayor and Kerry Hillis as Vice Mayor for 2025, and administered the oath to incoming councilmembers Brian Dolan, Lisa Maglio, and Graham Thiel. The council also approved the consent calendar, including the annual financial report, a new police vehicle purchase, and public art donations, and canceled January 2025 meetings in favor of a special meeting on January 15.

• Elected Steve Woehleke as Mayor for 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Kerry Hillis as Vice Mayor for 2025 (5-0)
• Administered oath to incoming councilmembers Brian Dolan, Lisa Maglio, Graham Thiel
• Approved consent calendar except item 6.5 (5-0)
• Approved consent item 6.5: annual financial report and related documents (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Dodge Durango police vehicle for $47,710.39 (5-0)
• Accepted two public art sculptures for West Commons Park with $1,000 appropriation (5-0)
• Canceled Jan 8 & 22, 2025 meetings; scheduled special meeting Jan 15, 2025 (5-0)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 3, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Audit and Finance Committee will meet to review audited financial reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, including the annual comprehensive financial report and internal control communications. The meeting is procedural with no new decisions expected.

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is a closed session to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the Town Attorney.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for the Town Attorney

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit for a wireless communications facility. The proposal seeks to allow the facility to continue operating for 10 years with new antenna camouflage.

• Conditional Use Permit UP-05-24 for wireless communications facility at 1199 Alta Mesa Drive

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Park and Recreation Commission will discuss public access to trails and facilities, including the Palos Colorados Trail Network. The body will also review the placement of sculptures at West Commons and bench locations along Mulholland.

• Public access to trails and facilities
• Palos Colorados Trail Network
• New trailhead possibilities and existing public trails
• West Commons sculptures: Imagine and Ribbons
• Mulholland bench locations

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss committee goals and volunteer opportunities, and to consider new business items including the Holiday Tree Lighting and Intergenerational Bingo events.

• Discussion of Committee Objectives and Goals
• Volunteer Opportunities update
• Planning for Holiday Tree Lighting event
• Planning for Intergenerational Bingo event
• Subcommittee selection

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing to decide on the adoption of the proposed 2025-2040 Moraga General Plan. The body will also review several consent items including street rehabilitation funds and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for the proposed 2025-2040 Moraga General Plan
• Contract change orders of $612,558 and a $623,000 Measure K budget transfer for Townwide Street Rehabilitation Project (CIP 23-401)
• Contract with Noblewins for recycled content picnic tables not to exceed $95,000
• Purchase of a replacement body worn camera system from Axon, Inc. for $68,270.43
• Accounts payable claims for October 3 to October 31, 2024, totaling $3,162,375.02

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 5, 2024 has been cancelled. No items are being discussed or decided at this meeting.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed four-story, 66-unit multifamily residential building at 1600-1660 School Street, including five very-low-income units. The project requires Design Review, a Grading Permit, and a Density Bonus, and its environmental review is analyzed under the CAPI Programmatic EIR. The Commission will also consider adopting a Prohousing Designation draft application for submission to the state.

• Public hearing on 1600 School Street Project: 66-unit apartment building with five very-low-income units (Design Review DRB-07-22, Grading Permit GR-04-22, Density Bonus)
• Consent agenda: Prohousing Designation draft application to California Housing and Community Development
• Project located at APNs 257-190-050, 051, and 052 (1600, 1640, and 1660 School Street)
• Consistency analysis with CAPI Programmatic EIR (State Clearinghouse No. 2022020106)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council Special Meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda consisted of a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation.

• Closed session regarding Town Attorney performance evaluation was cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a study session on the Draft Moraga General Plan 2040, released for public review on October 10, with a formal adoption vote scheduled for November 13. Consent items include accepting public improvements for the Moraga Town Center Homes subdivision and awarding a $1,236,495 traffic striping contract to E.E. Gilbert, Inc. for the Highway Safety Improvement Project. A draft Pro-Housing Designation application is presented for comment only; no action is requested at this meeting.

• Study session on Draft General Plan 2040 (public review period open until formal adoption on Nov 13)
• Acceptance of public improvements and easements for Subdivision 9381 – Moraga Town Center Homes
• Award of $1,236,495 construction contract to E.E. Gilbert, Inc. for traffic striping under HSIP Cycles 10 and 11
• Presentation of Pro-Housing Designation draft application to HCD (input only, no formal action)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the Draft of General Plan 2040, the town's long-range planning document. A Final Environmental Impact Report for the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative was certified by Town Council in January 2023, and an Addendum has been prepared for this plan. The commission will take public comment and may discuss or act on the draft.

• Public hearing on Draft of General Plan 2040
• CEQA: Final EIR certified January 25, 2023; Addendum prepared for General Plan 2040

1 - Town Council

This is a special tri-agency meeting of the City of Orinda, Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District, and Town of Moraga to discuss community wildfire risk reduction. The main agenda item is an informational presentation and discussion on potentially adopting a Zone Zero requirement, which would mandate removal of all combustible material within 5 feet of structures. No decisions will be made; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion on adopting Zone Zero (0-5 ft non-combustible zone) requirement to reduce structure vulnerability to ember-caused ignition
• Overview of MOFD's existing fire code: 100-foot fuel breaks, 2-foot non-combustible zone, and juniper/eucalyptus removal requirements
• Update on state AB3074 standards, CDI insurance mitigation credits, and catastrophe modeling rate filings
• 2726 inspections conducted in FY24 by MOFD
• Public concerns regarding Ordinance 23-08 fuel break requirements from September 2023

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Commission will review a presentation on the proposed location for the West Commons Sculpture. Members will also receive updates on new trails established by JMLT and discuss Saint Mary’s trail access.

• West Commons Sculpture proposed location presentation
• Trails Subcommittee update on new JMLT trails
• Discussion of AllTrails
• Saint Mary’s Trail Access discussion

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss committee goals and volunteer opportunities. The body is scheduled to review its bylaws and elect officers.

• Review of Bylaws and Election of Officers
• Discussion of Committee Objectives and Goals
• Discussion of Volunteer Opportunities

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Public Draft of Moraga General Plan 2040. This is a discussion item to review the draft plan, which is part of the Comprehensive Advanced Planning Initiative (CAPI) Phase Two. No final action is expected at this meeting. The agenda also includes routine consent items and reports.

• Study session on Public Draft of General Plan 2040
• CEQA Addendum to the previously certified EIR for CAPI Phase One
• Public comments and consent agenda adoption

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The regular Youth Involvement Committee meeting scheduled for October 10, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider a resolution authorizing a total contract amount not to exceed $6,173,959 for the 2023-2024 Townwide Street Rehabilitation Project, including a $379,978 change order and budget transfer. They will also discuss a $1.1 million Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail planning grant application and a proposed amendment to council officer election protocol.

• Resolution to authorize up to $6,173,959 for street rehabilitation (CIP 23-401) including a $379,978 change order and $495,000 budget transfer from annual street repairs
• Accounts payable claims totaling $1,904,190.98 for August 30 – September 27, 2024
• Resolution to submit a $1,100,000 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail planning grant application with 20% local match
• Proposed amendment to Town Council Protocol 3.1 – Election of Council Officers
• Proclamation declaring October 2024 as Community Planning Month

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss ongoing public art projects, including scheduling a ribbon cutting for a mural, updates on sculptures (cow, heart, asymmetrical bench), and the Doug Heine sculpture 'Ribbons'. New business includes a time capsule contribution and a proposal to display sculptures at the Moraga Library. Subcommittee reports on sculpture, events, mural, fundraising, artist directory, general plan, and utility box design will also be presented. No formal votes are anticipated beyond adoption of minutes.

• Mural ribbon cutting timing
• Sculpture updates – Cow, Heart, Asymmetrical Bench
• Doug Heine Sculpture 'Ribbons' update from Parks and Recreation Commission
• Time Capsule contribution from APSC and invitation
• Moraga Library display of sculptures

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 1, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider renewing the Moraga Police Department's Military Equipment Use Policy following an annual update report. The consent calendar includes awarding a two-year, $103,937 janitorial contract to Impec Group and accepting a development agreement compliance review for Camino Ricardo. Council will also interview a candidate for the Contra Costa County Library Commission.

• Adopt resolution renewing Military Equipment Use Policy for Moraga Police Department
• Award $103,937 janitorial services contract to Impec Group for two years
• Annual review of Camino Ricardo (Harvest Court) development agreement for compliance
• Adopt resolution for Business and Travel Expense Reimbursement Policy
• Interview and appoint applicant to Contra Costa County Library Commission

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for September 17, 2024, has been cancelled.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee will hold a regular meeting to organize for the upcoming year. New business includes a review of the Brown Act and parliamentary procedure, adoption of bylaws, election of officers, and setting committee objectives. The committee will also discuss volunteer opportunities. No substantive policy or fiscal decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of officers for the committee
• Review and adoption of committee bylaws
• Setting committee objectives and goals
• Review of Brown Act and parliamentary procedure
• Discussion of volunteer opportunities

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss zoning amendments for the Moraga Center Specific Plan R-6 Multi-Family Residential District. The body will also review accounts payable claims and authorize agents for post-disaster financial assistance.

• Ordinance to amend Moraga Center Specific Plan R-6 Multi-Family Residential District zoning
• Accounts payable claims for July 11–25, 2024 ($1,296,167.21) and August 8–22, 2024 ($1,991,401.03)
• Resolution authorizing agents for post-disaster financial assistance under the Natural Disaster Assistance Act
• Update to the Town of Moraga’s Conflict of Interest Code
• Designation of delegates for the October 18, 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session to review the draft Moraga 2040 General Plan goals and policies, receiving a staff presentation and public comments. No formal action was taken; the item was received for feedback purposes only. The adoption draft is scheduled for publication in October.

• Received draft Moraga 2040 General Plan goals and policies (no formal action)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council and Planning Commission will hold a study session to review the Draft Moraga 2040 General Plan Goals and Policies across all elements. They will provide feedback to staff before the formal adoption draft is published in October. No decisions will be made at this session.

• Review of Draft Moraga 2040 General Plan Goals and Policies (all elements)

The Town Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session to review the draft Moraga 2040 General Plan Goals and Policies, receiving a staff presentation and public comments. No formal action was taken; the session was for feedback only, ahead of the Adoption Draft publication in October.

• Received draft Moraga 2040 General Plan Goals and Policies (no formal action)

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Park and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on the West Commons Sculpture from the Art in Public Spaces Committee and discuss plans for the Pear and Wine Festival, including a crape myrtle tree planting and pie contest. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from August 19, 2024, and reports from various subcommittees.

• West Commons Sculpture presentation by Art in Public Spaces Committee
• Pear and Wine Festival: Crape Myrtle tree planting at 12 noon near new bathrooms
• Pear and Wine Festival: Pie contest
• Reports from subcommittees: Volunteer Organization Liaison, Events, Art in Public Spaces, Trails, Parks Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, 50th Anniversary
• Rescheduling of October 14 meeting

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The regular Art in Public Spaces Committee meeting scheduled for September 5, 2024, has been cancelled.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a landscaping modification for the Br. Ronald Gallagher Baseball Stadium at Saint Mary's College. They will also vote on a consent item approving a fence and gates along the Rheem Boulevard Scenic Corridor, and discuss amending the meeting start times in their rules and procedures.

• Consent agenda: Design Review Board Permit for a 6-foot redwood fence with 6-foot metal gates at 350 Rheem Boulevard
• Public hearing: Landscaping modification (UPM-01-24) for the baseball stadium at 1928 Saint Mary's Road
• Routine matter: Proposed amendment to Planning Commission Rules and Procedures to change meeting times

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Moraga Center Specific Plan R-6 zoning to implement Housing Element Program 4(b) and facilitate housing production. Consent items include amending the Art in Public Spaces Committee charter and accepting a donated public art sculpture for West Commons Park with a $500 budget appropriation. Department reports cover a $86,250 contract amendment for solar microgrids at town facilities and a presentation of draft Rheem Park Illustrative Design Standards for comment.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending MCSP R-6 zoning to implement Housing Element Program 4(b)
• Resolution accepting a public art sculpture for West Commons Park and appropriating $500
• Amendment to Art in Public Spaces Committee charter (meetings monthly, add staff, update purpose)
• Amendment No. 1 to Clean Coalition agreement for solar microgrids: total $86,250
• Draft Rheem Park Illustrative Design Standards presented for comment (no formal action)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a study session to review proposed Transportation Element goals and policies for the General Plan 2040. Council members will provide feedback to staff on the draft policies. No formal action is expected; this is a discussion-only item.

• Review of Draft General Plan 2040 Transportation Element goals and policies

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to consider a resolution to fill three Councilmember seats by appointment. If approved, the November 5, 2024 Moraga Town Council election will be cancelled.

• Proposed appointment of Brian Dolan, Lisa Maglio, and Graham Thiel to Councilmember seats
• Proposed cancellation of the November 5, 2024 Moraga Town Council election

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 20, 2024 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Park and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss new business regarding a sculpture at West Commons and a bench proposal for Mulholland View Trail. The body will also review Pear and Wine Festival details, including tree planting and a pie contest.

• West Commons Sculpture
• Mulholland View Trail Bench Proposal
• Pear and Wine Festival tree planting
• Pear and Wine Festival pie contest

9 - Zoning Administrator, Town of Moraga

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a design review and variance for a 400-square-foot deck at 728 Moraga Road. The deck would be partially located within the southern side yard setback, up to the property line, to stabilize a landslide and restore usable yard area. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Public hearing on ADR-29-24 & VAR-03-24 for a 9-foot 3-inch by 43-foot detached deck (400 sq ft) partially in side yard setback.
• Deck location at 728 Moraga Road, with applicant Ali and Brooke Zavvar.
• Purpose: stabilize a landslide from future rain events and recreate lost yard area.
• Project is categorically exempt from CEQA under Sections 15303 and 15305.
• Zoning: One Dwelling Unit per Acre (1-DUA).

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is meeting to review updates on murals and sculptures. The body will discuss the "Ribbons" sculpture by Doug Heine and the recommendation of new subcommittees.

• Update on Flyer mural
• Updates on Cow and Heart sculptures
• Discussion of Doug Heine sculpture "Ribbons"
• Recommendation of new subcommittees
• Reports from eight existing subcommittees including Fundraising and Website

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Park and Recreation Commission will meet to nominate a Chair and Vice Chair and discuss the timeline for the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan. The body will also receive updates on Rancho Laguna Park and Moraga Commons Park.

• Chair and Vice Chair nominations and reorganization
• Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan timeline and subcommittee formation
• Heart Sculpture discussion
• Updates on Rancho Laguna Park and Moraga Commons Park
• 50th Anniversary Parade/Event update

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider a contract for storm drain repairs and an amendment for bridge replacement engineering services. A public hearing is scheduled regarding street lighting assessments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The council will also interview a candidate for the CCCTA Advisory Committee.

• Storm drain repairs contract award to A3 Pipeline for $763,565.50
• Public hearing for FY 2024-2025 Street Lighting Assessment District 1979-1 levy
• Contract amendment with NV5 for Canyon Road Bridge Replacement and Riparian Remediation Project
• Interview of Peggy Hall for the CCCTA Advisory Committee seat
• Approval of accounts payable claims totaling $785,337.15

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council has scheduled a special closed session meeting for July 10, 2024. The council will meet with legal counsel to discuss the litigation case Lorie et al. v. Town of Moraga et al.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation (Lorie et al. v. Town of Moraga et al., Case No. C23-03262)

1 - Town Council

The joint Town Council and Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding the 2040 General Plan. The discussion focuses on sustainability, organizational adjustments, and the draft Community Design Element.

• Sustainability in the 2040 General Plan
• Proposed adjustments to the General Plan Organization
• Draft 2040 General Plan Community Design Element

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee is holding a special meeting to review various art initiatives. The agenda includes discussions on West Commons signage, sculpture placement, and updates to the committee's policy.

• West Commons Signage and Sculpture Placement
• Art in Public Spaces Policy Update
• Asymmetric Loveseat Location and Powder Coating
• Mural update/flyer for artist hand out
• Recommendation of New Subcommittees

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 2, 2024, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided upon.

9 - Zoning Administrator, Town of Moraga

The Zoning Administrator will consider a use permit to relocate a Goodwill Industries donation drop off center to 562 Center Street. The project includes interior improvements and replacing the main entry door for ADA compliance. There will be no on-site retail sales at this location.

• Use Permit UP-04-24 for a Goodwill Industries donation drop off center
• Interior improvements and ADA entry door replacement at 562 Center Street

1 - Town Council

The Council will review updates to the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The agenda includes funding for the Mulholland Ridge Slide Rehabilitation Project and a contract for tree remediation on Bollinger Canyon Road. Additionally, the Council will consider proposed budget adjustments and changes to meeting start times.

• Update to the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Funding for Mulholland Ridge Slide Rehabilitation Project design phase
• Contract for Bollinger Canyon Road Tree Remediation Project up to $74,763
• Approval of safety improvements for the 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project
• Ordinance to change Town Council meeting start time to 5:30 p.m.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding MCSP R-6 zoning code amendments. The commission will also discuss illustrative design standards for the Rheem Park Area.

• Public hearing for MCSP R-6 Zoning Code Amendments
• Discussion of Illustrative Design Standards for Rheem Park Area

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit and Finance Committee will review updates to the Fiscal Year 2024/25 budget. The meeting also includes receiving reports on the Section 115 Trust investment strategy and the town's cash and investment balances as of March 31, 2024.

• Review of updates to the Fiscal Year 2024/25 budget
• Report on the Section 115 Trust investment strategy
• Report on cash and investment balances as of March 31, 2024
• Approval of action minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting

1 - Town Council

The Council will adopt a resolution regarding the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election. The agenda also includes reviewing street lighting assessments and a public art donation for the library.

• Resolution for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
• $500 appropriation for a public art sculpture at Moraga Library
• FY 2024-25 Street Lighting Assessment District No. 1979-1 report
• Accounts payable claims totaling $435,135.70
• Interview for Art in Public Spaces Committee appointment

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 10, 2024, has been cancelled. Further information may be obtained from the Town Clerk.

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular meeting of the Moraga Planning Commission scheduled for June 4, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this date.

9 - Zoning Administrator, Town of Moraga

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a design review and variance request. The proposal involves constructing a new front entry portico on an existing stoop.

• Design Review (ADR-20-24) and Variance (VR-02-24) for a 44 square foot front entry portico at 57 San Pablo Court

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to evaluate the Town Manager's performance and to confer with labor negotiators regarding the unrepresented Town Manager position. No public action or decision is scheduled; the meeting is limited to these two closed-session items.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for Town Manager
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented employee (Town Manager)
• Agency designated representative: Michelle Marchetta Kenyon, Town Attorney

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to discuss and provide direction on the Draft 2040 General Plan Community Design Element. This is a discussion item only, with no formal decisions expected. Public comments will be taken on this agenda item.

• Joint study session on Draft 2040 General Plan Community Design Element
• Public communications period for agenda items
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, 355 Rheem Blvd., Moraga, CA

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, public comment, and consent items. The main action is introducing an ordinance to change the regular meeting start time from 6:30 PM to 6:00 PM. The council will also interview a candidate for the Art in Public Spaces Committee and review a sales tax oversight report.

• Interview Darlene Bennett for Art in Public Spaces Committee seat
• Introduce ordinance to change meeting start time to 6:00 PM
• Accept Measure K sales tax oversight report for FY 2022/23
• Approve minutes of May 8, 2024 meeting
• Presentations from Assemblymember's office and Fire Department

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review permit for a 257-square-foot addition to a home at 3744 Campolindo Drive. The commission will also receive an informational presentation on a proposed 66-unit apartment building at 1600-1660 School Street and an update on the Local Hazards Mitigation Plan public comment period.

• Public hearing on Design Review Board Permit (DRB-11-23) for 257 sq ft addition at 3744 Campolindo Drive
• Informational session on 66-unit apartment building at 1600, 1640, 1660 School Street
• Local Hazards Mitigation Plan Update presentation
• Consent agenda adoption

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee will review and approve its independent report on Measure K sales tax sources and uses for FY 2022/23, which will then be presented to the Town Council. The committee will also approve minutes from its May 7, 2024 meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Approve independent report on Measure K (Transactions and Use Tax) sources and uses for FY 2022/23
• Approve action minutes from May 7, 2024 meeting
• Establish next meeting date

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The committees will review current projects and activities for both the Park and Recreation Commission and the Art in Public Spaces Committee. The agenda includes a sculpture tour of West Commons Park and a request for approval regarding the West Commons Entrance Sculpture by Doug Heine.

• West Commons Entrance Sculpture Approval (Doug Heine)
• West Commons Park Sculpture Tour
• Overview of Park and Recreation Commission Projects/Activities
• Overview of Art in Public Spaces Committee Projects/Activities

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business and new initiatives. The body will review potential collaborations and community service projects.

• Collaboration with Orinda Teen Advisory Council
• Floral Bouquet Making Event with Moraga Royale
• Moraga’s 50th Anniversary Parade and Celebration
• Towel Drive for Covenant House
• Senior Recognition

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting to adopt the FY 2024-2025 Townwide Goals and Priorities, approve consent items including contracts and proclamations, and receive reports from the mayor, councilmembers, and town manager. The agenda includes routine items such as accounts payable, minutes, and proclamations, as well as a construction contract for fence projects and a mural design acceptance.

• Adopt FY 2024-2025 Townwide Goals and Priorities
• Award construction contract to Bailey Fence Company for Hacienda Fence Projects (CIPs 22-314 and 23-304) not to exceed $64,288 including contingency
• Accept Josue Rojas' mural design for Public Works Corp Yard/Town Chambers wall
• Purchase replacement Public Works Engineering vehicle from Freeway Toyota for $45,000
• Approve accounts payable claims totaling $664,074.56 for April 4-30, 2024

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee will review and discuss its independent report to the Town Council on Transaction and Use Tax revenues and expenditures for FY 2022/23. The committee will also approve minutes, appoint a vice chair, and set the next meeting date.

• Review of independent report on FY 2022/23 Transaction and Use Tax revenue and expenditures
• Approve action minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting
• Appoint committee member as vice chair

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Further information is available from the Planning Department.

• Regular meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Lafayette City Council is holding a joint session with the Moraga Town Council and Orinda City Council. They will receive updates from each city and hear a presentation on the Contra Costa County Transportation Authority's evacuation study scope of work, followed by a status update on the CCTA Smart Signals Project. The meeting is largely informational, with no votes scheduled on these items.

• Joint session with Moraga Town Council and Orinda City Council
• CCTA Evacuation Study – Scope of Work presentation and feedback
• CCTA Smart Signals Project status update
• Public comments accepted via email or Zoom

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Planning Commission is holding a community workshop regarding the General Plan 2040 and the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting will take place at Saint Mary’s College.

• General Plan 2040 community workshop
• Local Hazard Mitigation Plan community workshop

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee will meet to approve an artist and review mural designs. The committee will also discuss sculpture donations from Bobbie Preston and a joint meeting with the Park and Recreation Commission.

• Review of Mural Subcommittee design choices and artist approval
• Discussion of sculpture donations from Bobbie Preston
• Discussion regarding a joint Park and Recreation Commission meeting

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will hold a public hearing on a revised Street Rehabilitation Cost Sharing Policy, which would reimburse property owners for eligible sidewalk repairs. The Council will also consider awarding a $5,346,177 construction contract for the 2023 and 2024 Street Rehabilitation Projects to Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. Other items include approving minutes and changing pension trust administration services.

• Public hearing on ordinance to amend Municipal Code Title 12, Chapter 12.04 (Sidewalks) to incorporate Revised Street Rehabilitation Cost Sharing Policy
• Resolution to appropriate $174,780 from FY 2024-2025 Measure K Fund to reimburse property owners for eligible sidewalk repairs
• Resolution awarding $5,346,177 street rehabilitation construction contract to Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. (CIP 23-401 & 24-401)
• Authorize change orders up to $534,617 (10% of contract) and balancing change order to remove Alternative A work scope ($124,811), resulting in revised contract amount of $5,221,366
• Resolution to change Section 115 Pension Trust administration services from PARS/U.S. Bank to Shuster Advisory Group LLC/Charles Schwab Trust Bank/Alta Trust Company

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business and subcommittee reports. The agenda includes coordination with the Orinda Teen Advisory Council and a floral event with Moraga Royale.

• Collaboration with Orinda Teen Advisory Council
• Floral Bouquet Making Event with Moraga Royale
• Moraga’s 50th Anniversary Parade and Celebration

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider a revised Street Rehabilitation Cost Sharing Policy that would allow Measure K sales tax funds to pay for sidewalk repairs tied to street projects, while keeping property owner obligations. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as accounts payable of $454,756.91, proclamations for Citizen of the Year and Business of the Year, and a $22,000 engineering services agreement. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Revised Street Rehabilitation Cost Sharing Policy allowing Measure K funds for sidewalk repairs
• Accounts payable claims for March 20-28, 2024 totaling $454,756.91
• Proclamations for Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, and Nonprofit of the Year
• Consultant services agreement for Street Lighting District engineering, not to exceed $22,000 plus 20% contingency
• EBMUD settlement agreement for $57,713.83 to fund street restoration

5 - Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee, Town of Moraga

The Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee is meeting to receive a status presentation on Measure K funds for FY 2023-24, and to take action on appointing a committee chair and a subcommittee to perform the audit report to the Town Council. The agenda also includes public comments, adoption of the agenda, and setting the next meeting date.

• FY 2023-24 Measure K Status Presentation
• Appoint Committee Member as Chair
• Appoint Local Sales Tax Oversight Subcommittee to perform audit report to Town Council
• Establish next meeting date

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 8, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items or business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

9 - Zoning Administrator, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on three residential property modification requests. The board will decide whether to approve floor area ratio changes and setback variances for homes at Corte Yolanda, Saint Andrews Drive, and Sanders Drive. These determinations establish compliance with local zoning density rules and lot coverage limits.

• Public hearing for a 515-square-foot second-story addition at 72 Corte Yolanda (UP-02-24, HDP-02-24, ADR-01-24)
• Public hearing for a 154-square-foot residential addition at 1913 Saint Andrews Drive (UP-03-24, ADR-07-24)
• Public hearing for a 330-square-foot covered patio and 557-square-foot additions at 1064 Sanders Drive requiring a side-yard variance (ADR-08-24, VR-01-24)

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided; this notice serves only to inform the public of the cancellation.

• Regular meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider a resolution opposing the November 2024 state ballot initiative 'Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act' and approve mid-year adjustments to the FY 2023/24 budget. The agenda also includes consent items such as a new police vehicle purchase and a contract change order for the Commons Park restroom project, plus an interview for a Park & Recreation Commission appointment.

• Resolution opposing the 'Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act' state ballot initiative
• Mid-year budget adjustments for FY 2023/24
• Purchase of a 2024 Dodge Durango police vehicle for $51,434.59
• Contract change order for Commons Park Restroom Replacement Project, increasing amount by $10,015 to $334,776
• Interview of Rob Pierson for Park & Recreation Commission appointment

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting to discuss collaboration with the Orinda Teen Advisory Council, a presentation on the Town of Moraga 2040 General Plan, a floral bouquet making event with Moraga Royale, and Moraga's 50th Anniversary Parade and Celebration. New business includes a presentation on the Keep Animals Wild Campaign by Zayden and Jacqueline Bronson. The agenda is largely routine, with subcommittee reports and public comment.

• Orinda Teen Advisory Council collaboration discussion
• Town of Moraga 2040 General Plan presentation
• Floral Bouquet Making Event with Moraga Royale
• Moraga's 50th Anniversary Parade and Celebration
• Keep Animals Wild Campaign presentation by Zayden and Jacqueline Bronson

1 - Town Council

The Town Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session to review a draft General Plan Economic Vitality White Paper and proposed economic development policies. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The CEQA analysis for this phase will be conducted as part of the Phase II scope of work.

• Review of Draft General Plan Economic Vitality White Paper
• Proposed Economic Development Policies
• CEQA: Final EIR certified Jan 25, 2023; Phase II analysis to come

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission is holding an informational session for a proposed 49-unit, 100% senior affordable housing project at the Park Street vacant lot (APN 255-140-052). The item is listed as a public hearing, and staff will give a PowerPoint presentation. The agenda also includes routine items like public comments, consent agenda adoption, and reports.

• Informational session for 49-unit 100% senior affordable housing project at Park Street vacant lot (APN 255-140-052)
• CEQA review not required per Section 15378 of Public Resources Code
• Public comments received after agenda posting to be considered

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The committee is meeting to review and select the top three candidates from mural RFP choices. Members will also discuss public art policy, utility box wraps, and potential sculpture donations and loans.

• Selection of top 3 mural RFP choices
• Review and discussion of Public Art Policy
• Discussion of utility box wraps
• Sculpture donations from Bobbie Preston and loan from Douglas Heine
• Magical Monarchs display and event at Moraga Library

4 - Audit & Finance Committee, Town of Moraga

The Audit and Finance Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2023/24 mid-year revenue and expenditure report, including proposed mid-year adjustments, and receive a report on the town's cash and investment balances as of January 31, 2024. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Review of FY 2023/24 mid-year revenue and expenditure report
• Proposed mid-year budget adjustments
• Cash and investment balances report as of January 31, 2024
• Approval of December 6, 2023 meeting minutes

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Youth Involvement Committee regular meeting scheduled for March 14, 2024, has been cancelled.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee and Orinda Teen Advisory Committee are holding a special joint meeting. The committees will engage in networking and discuss potential collaborative opportunities for the remainder of the 2023/24 term.

• Networking and informal discussions
• Collaborative opportunities for MYIC and OTAC

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will consider accepting the 2023 Annual General Plan Implementation Report and Housing Element Annual Report for submission to state agencies, along with FY 2024/25 work program priorities. The council will also review and potentially revise the proposed FY 2024-2025 Townwide Community Goals and Priorities in a study session. The agenda includes routine consent items for accounts payable and meeting minutes, plus a Firewise presentation and public comment period.

• Acceptance of 2023 Annual General Plan Implementation Report and Housing Element Annual Report for state submission
• Review of proposed FY 2024-2025 Townwide Community Goals and Priorities
• Accounts payable claims totaling $194,664.73 across four dates
• Approval of minutes from February 27 and 28, 2024 meetings
• Firewise presentation

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider and appoint applicants for two committees: the Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee (1 community member) and the Planning Commission (1 community member). The agenda includes public comment and the appointments, with no other substantive business.

• Appointment to Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee (1 Moraga Community Member)
• Appointment to Planning Commission (1 Moraga Community Member)
• Public comment period for agenda items

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider permits for a new 1,000-square-foot accessory dwelling unit at 90 Greenfield Drive, including conditional use, design review, hillside, and grading approvals. The commission will also vote on consent items for a sign program change at 533 Moraga Rd and a backup generator at a T-Mobile facility on Alta Mesa Drive, plus nominate a new chair and vice-chair.

• Public hearing on ADU permit (ADU-06-23), CUP, DRB, hillside, and grading permits for 90 Greenfield Drive
• Consent item: proposed changes to Master Sign Program at 533 Moraga Rd (SGN-02-23)
• Consent item: new emergency backup generator for T-Mobile facility at 1199 Alta Mesa Drive
• Nomination and selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation, citing significant exposure to litigation under Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2)(e)(1). No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is limited to this closed session and public communications.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation
• Public communications period for agenda items

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will consider adding a full-time Senior Engineer position and updating related job descriptions. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable claims and a contract amendment for pavement rehabilitation projects.

• Resolution to add one full-time Senior Engineer position and revise Senior and Associate Engineer job descriptions
• Accounts payable claims totaling approximately $667,000 for various dates
• Sixth Amendment to Harris and Associates agreement for pavement rehabilitation, increasing contract by $26,970 to $918,611
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2024 meeting

1 - Town Council

This is a special meeting of the Moraga Town Council, held primarily as a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Lorie et al. v. Town of Moraga et al. The agenda includes public communications for items on the agenda, but the main item is the closed session discussion. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Lorie et al. v. Town of Moraga et al., Case No. C23-03262)

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider and appoint applicants to five committees and commissions: the Advisory Council on Aging, Art in Public Spaces Committee, Mosquito & Vector Control, Park & Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission. The agenda includes public communications and the appointments, with no other substantive business listed.

• Appoint 1 delegate to Advisory Council on Aging
• Appoint 2 community members to Art in Public Spaces Committee
• Appoint 1 delegate to Mosquito & Vector Control
• Appoint 3 community members to Park & Recreation Commission
• Appoint 3 community members to Planning Commission

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to an existing Master Sign Program at 533 Moraga Rd and on the 2023 Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Report, which will be recommended to the Town Council. The commission will also consider approving the 2024 meeting calendar. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, public comments, and consent agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed changes to Master Sign Program at 533 Moraga Rd (File SGN-02-23)
• Review of 2023 Annual General Plan and Housing Element Implementation Report for recommendation to Town Council
• Approve 2024 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will review reports from the Town Manager and Mayor regarding recent conferences. The meeting includes the adoption of several consent agenda items, including project completions and committee appointments.

• Resolution accepting the Canyon Road Bridge Replacement Project as completed by Bridgeway Civil Constructors, Inc.
• Amendment to the Art in Public Spaces Committee Charter regarding membership numbers and roles
• Approval of accounts payable claims totaling $320,820.75
• Appointment of Mayor Onoda, Julie Stagg, and Elyse Marr to the Art in Public Spaces Committee

3 - Park & Recreation Commission, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Park and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the General Plan update and review a shade structure quote, model, and renderings. The agenda also includes public comments, adoption of minutes, and various subcommittee reports. Most items are for discussion, with no final decisions listed.

• General Plan Update discussion
• Shade Structure Quote, Model, and Renderings
• Adoption of November 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Subcommittee reports on volunteers, funding, events, art, and trails

7 - Art in Public Spaces Committee, Town of Moraga

The Art in Public Spaces Committee will meet to judge the Magical Monarchs Mini Poster Contest in artwork and prose categories. The committee will also receive updates on the General Plan, murals, and the Pillars of Support project.

• Judging of Magical Monarchs Mini Poster Contest (Artwork and Prose categories)
• General Plan Update
• Mural and RFP Update
• Pillars of Support Update
• Liaison updates from Lamorinda Arts Council, Saint Mary’s College, and Campolindo High School

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting to review a presentation on the Town of Moraga 2040 General Plan. The body will also discuss the town's 50th anniversary celebration and a floral bouquet event with Moraga Royale.

• Town of Moraga 2040 General Plan Presentation
• Moraga’s 50th Anniversary Parade and Celebration
• Floral Bouquet Making Event with Moraga Royale
• Collaboration proposal from Orinda Teen Advisory Council
• Holiday events and volunteer opportunities

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The Town of Moraga Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 6, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council is meeting to consider endorsing the Moraga School District's ballot Measure D, a local funding measure for classroom and lab safety and updates. The Council will also consider a resolution to apply for a Transportation Development Act grant for the Corliss Drive Safe Routes to School Improvements Project and direct the Town Manager to develop a funding strategy. The agenda includes routine consent items such as approving accounts payable claims and a professional services agreement for pavement rehabilitation projects.

• Endorsement of Moraga School District Ballot Measure D ("Local Funding to Keep Classrooms & Labs Safe and Up to Date")
• Resolution supporting application for 2024-2025 TDA Article 3 Grant for Corliss Drive Safe Routes to School Improvements Project (CIP 21-404)
• Professional Services Agreement with Substrate, Inc. for $635,000 (up to $730,250 with 15% contingency) for 2023 and 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Projects
• Accounts payable claims totaling $170,726.56 for four claim periods
• Presentation on Painted Rock Trailhead and Crosswalk Improvements at Chalda Way and Rheem Boulevard

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

8 - Youth Involvement Committee, Town of Moraga

The Moraga Youth Involvement Committee is meeting to discuss new and unfinished business. The agenda includes a proposal for collaboration with the Orinda Teen Advisory Council and a review of holiday events and volunteer opportunities.

• Collaboration proposal from Orinda Teen Advisory Council
• Review of holiday events and upcoming volunteer opportunities
• Moraga Town Council Liaison update

1 - Town Council

The Moraga Town Council will review and potentially accept the audited financial reports for fiscal year 2022/23, including the annual comprehensive financial report and related compliance documents. They will also consider adopting a resolution to accept the AB 1600 development impact fees annual report. Additionally, the council will discuss appointments to committees and boards for 2024 and ratify the appointment of Cheryl Teixeira as Acting Support Services Coordinator in the Police Department. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable claims totaling about $299,157 and the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Review audited financial reports for FY ended June 30, 2023
• Adopt resolution accepting AB 1600 development impact fees annual report
• Appoint Cheryl Teixeira as Acting Support Services Coordinator in Police Department
• Approve accounts payable claims: $1,955.95, $94,476.93, $202,724.58
• Approve 2024 Town Council meeting calendar

2 - Planning Commission, Town of Moraga

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 2, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.