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Minutes of the Regular Joint Meeting of the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority held September 8, 2020 1) OPENING MATTERS 1.1 Call to Order and Roll Call of the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority Due to technical difficulties with meeting video live-streaming, Mayor Kevin Romick called the meeting to order at 6:42 p.m. in the Oakley City Council Chambers located at 3231 Main Street, Oakley, California, rather than at the 6:30 p.m. meeting start time. Meeting video live-streaming was unavailable during the meeting. In addition to Mayor Romick, Councilmember Randy Pope was present. Vice Mayor Sue Higgins and Councilmembers Claire Alaura and Michael Krieg joined the meeting via teleconference. 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag (Mayor Romick) Mayor Romick led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1.3 Proclamation Recognizing September as National Suicide Prevention + Action Month On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Romick read the proclamation into the record. 1.4 Proclamation Honoring the 100th Anniversary of Disabled American Veterans On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Romick presented the proclamation to Paul Scannell, Commander of the Disabled American Veterans Mt. Diablo Chapter 154. Commander Scannell commented that it has been over 100 years since WWI and they continue to work with Veterans today regarding some of the same issues as then. Mayor Romick thanked him for his work. 2) PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Romick announced there was one online comment submitted which will be summarized into the meeting record. The comment was submitted by Harjit Singhrao whom opposes the City Manager having the ability to purchase property for development and prefers environmental and ecological damage be considered. Mayor Romick called upon Conan Moats for comment via teleconference. Conan Moats mentioned that at the end of the regular City Council meeting held August 11, 2020, the City Council decided to table discussion regarding project labor agreements until 2021 due to difficulties in meeting due to COVID-19. He commented that it does not seem acceptable

to delay the discussion with all of the building happening now in Oakley. He requested the discussion occur before 2021. He also mentioned he would like to see the Planning Commission reinstated and if he is elected to the City Council in November, he will reinstate it so that more people have a say in what goes on. 3) CONSENT CALENDAR 3.1 Approve the Minutes from the Special Meeting of the Oakley City Council held August 11, 2020 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) 3.2 Approve the Minutes from the Regular Joint City Council / City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency and Special Meeting of the Public Financing Authority held August 11, 2020 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) 3.3 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Amending Various Sections of Chapter 3.6 of the Oakley Municipal Code Concerning Purchasing and Enacting Chapter 3.7 of the Oakley Municipal Code Concerning the Implementation of Uniform Cost Accounting Act Procedures (Tim Przybyla, Finance Director) 3.4 Adopt a Resolution to Update the Conflict of Interest Code (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) 3.5 Award of Construction Contract to JD Partners Concrete for the FY 2020/21 Curb, Gutter, & Sidewalk Repair & Replacement Project – Capital Improvement Project Number 241 (Kevin Rohani P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer) 3.6 Adopt Resolutions Approving Regular Joint City Council / City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority Revised Meeting Dates in 2020 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) 3.7 Resolution regarding the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) Methodology (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) It was moved by Councilmember Krieg and seconded by Vice Mayor Higgins to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0) 4) PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 Conduct Public Hearing and Adopt Resolution Approving the Gilbert Ranch Stormwater Improvements Reimbursement Agreement (Kevin Rohani, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer) Public Works Director/City Engineer Kevin Rohani presented the staff report. Vice Mayor Sue Higgins inquired if there interest will be calculated or if the figures are based on the fees now. Mr. Rohani responded the amount is based on the actual costs the developer has paid and staff has audited all of the developer’s expenses.

No public comments were submitted for this item. It was moved by Councilmember Pope and seconded by Councilmember Krieg to approve item 4.1. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0) 4.2 Stonewood Units 1A, 1B, and 2A Design Review (DR 03-20) – Request for Design Review approval of architectural plans for 241 single-family residential lots consisting of 70 one-story and 171 two-story homes within the Stonewood subdivision. (Ken Strelo, Principal Planner) Councilmember Claire Alaura recused herself. She indicated she is in an area where she has been noticed for the item; however, she has no financial gain in it. Principal Planner Ken Strelo presented the staff report. Councilmember Krieg inquired how close two-story residences will be if less than 15 feet apart. Mr. Strelo responded they would be no closer than 10 feet apart. Councilmember Krieg inquired if residential design guidelines require the residences to be built with materials that are compatible with solar. Mr. Strelo responded that the residential design guidelines do not require it, but the Building Code does. Vice Mayor Higgins inquired if a traffic signal At Rose Avenue and Simoni Ranch Road may be considered and/or speed humps along the long stretch of road. Public Works Director/City Engineer Kevin Rohani responded that Carpenter Road will be reconnected from Simoni Ranch Road to O’Hara Avenue and there will be speed radar signs installed; however, they cannot place speed humps on collector roads. No public comments were submitted for this item. Item 4.2 was approved. AYES: Higgins, Krieg, Pope, Romick. ABSTENTION: Alaura. (4-0) 4.3 3350 Main Street - Design Review (DR 06-20) for approval of a new 1-story, approximately 10,000 sq. ft. building and associated site improvements. The project is located at the northwest corner of Main Street and Norcross Avenue. APN’s: 037-160-006, 007 and portions of 018 and 027 (Joshua McMurray, Community Development Director) Community Development Director Joshua McMurray presented the staff report. Councilmember Alaura inquired if the Citizen Planning Advisors reviewed the information. Mr. McMurray confirmed the project was sent to the Citizen Planning Advisors and staff received one response; the advisor liked the overall architecture, but preferred a two-story building which is inconsistent with the Downtown Specific Plan and applicant’s preference. Councilmember Krieg inquired if the west side patio is intended for outdoor dining.

Mr. McMurray responded that the patio is available for use by the future tenant. Mayor Romick opened the public hearing. One online comment was submitted by George Fuller whom indicated he would like to speak. George Fuller expressed concern regarding the lack of a CEQA report. He explained it is in the best interest of the community to file this report. He shared that the community does not know why the previous developer pulled out and if it could have been due to environmental reasons. He also expressed concern with the project publicly subsidizing private development. Mr. McMurray responded that the project is located in the Downtown Specific Plan approved in 2010 at which time an Environmental Impact Report was certified. He explained the state provides options to exempt the project from CEQA and this project meets the criteria to have an exemption. Public Works Director/City Engineer Kevin Rohani commented that the City has always had this area envisioned for a parking lot, independent of development. He explained it is part of the Downtown transit area. City Manager Bryan Montgomery commented that the previous developer had a timeline to meet under contract and could not perform after being provided two extensions; therefore, the contract became null and void and the project went out to bid again. The public hearing was closed. Mayor Romick inquired if the westerly wall will be brick like the rest of the building and if it will have any landscaping or pattern. He suggested signs could be painted on the wall at the corner of Norcross to give it a unique vintage look. Councilmember Alaura inquired if he is referring to an art project or mural. Mayor Romick explained that he is thinking more like a stencil or painted sign rather than a sign protruding from the building. Mr. McMurray shared that the architect anticipates 3 blank sections of brick at the Norcross and Main intersection, two of which could be living walls and the applicant could consider the third wall for this type of sign. Mr. Montgomery commented he has seen signs that are faded in such a way as to look historic and some signs may not advertise the business that exists in that location; i.e., a Pepsi® or Coca-Cola™. He mentioned there are sign limitations per business so perhaps it may be better to consider more general designs, but staff will speak with the architect and bring ideas back to the Council. It was moved by Councilmember Krieg and seconded by Councilmember Alaura to approve item 4.3 and bring back design of the wall as discussed. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0)

4.4 Resolution Approving a Fee Study Regarding a Fire-Facilities Fee; Introduction and Waiver of First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 9.2 of the Oakley Municipal Code Concerning the Fire-Facilities Impact Fee; and Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Administration Agreement with the East Contra Costa County Fire Protection District concerning the Fire-Facilities Fee (Derek Cole, City Attorney) City Attorney Derek Cole provided correction to the use of “County” in reference to the District’s name and apologized for his error. He requested the item to be continued to October 13, 2020 as matters are still being discussed. He mentioned a Fee opposition letter was submitted by Shartisis Friese, LLP, counsel for a developer, of which the Council received a copy. It was moved by Councilmember Pope and seconded by Councilmember Krieg to continue item 4.4 to the regular October 13, 2020 City Council meeting. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0) 5) REGULAR CALENDAR 5.1 Authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sales Agreement with the Thomas Seeno Trust to purchase approximately 17,267 square feet of a portion of real property located at 4960 Fuschia Way in Oakley (APN 035-090-080). (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) City Manager Bryan Montgomery presented the staff report. No public comments were submitted for this item. Councilmember Alaura inquired if the residences behind the property were noticed of this item. Mr. Montgomery explained that the acquisition is happening now, but there is no project yet; when that happens, staff will notice the neighbor to the east. He suggested staff could provide notice now to new buyers of the adjacent lot that the area the City is acquiring will be for a public facility/police parking lot. Councilmember Alaura inquired if the other purchaser is aware of the item being discussed tonight. Mr. Montgomery confirmed the buyer is aware; both the trust and other buyer are dealing directly with the broker. Councilmember Krieg commented that since his CERT volunteer training, he really thinks the City needs to purchase this property. He explained that the current lot is inadequate for Police equipment and this is an opportunity to provide a safer and more adequate way for Police to enter and exit. Mayor Romick shared that he and Mr. Montgomery met with the property owner years ago and he was not ready to sell at that time. He mentioned this property provides alternate ingress and egress for Police, rather than one way in front of Black Bear Diner.

Vice Mayor Higgins agreed with Councilmember Krieg, indicating in her CERT volunteer training, the current parking lot was a challenge. She mentioned that the City is trying to grow its Police Department and it needs space for their vehicles and equipment. It was moved by Councilmember Krieg and seconded by Councilmember Alaura to approve item 5.1. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0) 5.2 Adopt a Resolution Continuing the Declaration of the Existence of an Emergency Affecting the Public Health and Safety due to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) City Manager Bryan Montgomery presented the staff report. No public comments were submitted for this item. It was moved by Vice Mayor Higgins and seconded by Councilmember Alaura to approve item 5.2. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0) 6) REPORTS 6.1 CITY MANAGER (a) City Manager City Manager Bryan Montgomery announced that the City has selected a new Chief of Police, Dean Capelletti. He shared that Capelletti has been serving as a Captain in La Habra, California and will begin employment with Oakley later this month. He also announced that the City will hold a community meeting dialogue on September 15, 2020, beginning at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom to discuss recent events of racism throughout the country. He mentioned registration for the meeting is available on the City’s website and through its social media, participants will be sent information how to join the meeting, and he hopes many in the community will participate. 6.2 OAKLEY CITY COUNCIL/OAKLEY CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE OAKLEY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (a) Reports from Council Liaisons to Regional Committees, Commissions and Boards AND Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency Vice Mayor Higgins announced that information can be found on Facebook for the Oakley Out of Darkness Experience which will occur On October 10, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. She also announced Cal Fresh and the Contra Costa Food Bank are providing food distribution at St. Anthony Church next on September 19, 2020, 10:00 a.m. until noon and food distribution is also offered at the Oakley Senior Center every Friday, 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. She reported she attended a League of California Cities forum regarding racial inequality in the Bay Area. She also reported she attended a Tri-Delta meeting and Tri-Delta is offering hand sanitizer on all of its buses and wi-fi was approved. She also reported she attended an Ironhouse Sanitary District (ISD) meeting and ISD approved to sell 1.3 acres to Diablo Water District (DWD) for $9,000 which will provide DWD more room for office space.

Councilmember Alaura reported she attended the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) Town Hall virtual meeting and commented they are doing a continuous job to get the word out about needed services and funding. She thanked them for the efforts they are making. Councilmember Krieg reported he attended a virtual meeting of the Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District in July. He shared information from the District meeting that the West Nile mosquito is about same as last year. He mentioned the District requests no standing water on properties and if residents swat mosquitoes, they can be placed in a bag and brought to the District office for evaluation if there is concern. He also shared that the District adopted a budget of $8.4 million with healthy reserves so they committed to fund initial engineering work for a capital improvement program. He also reported he attended a virtual meeting for the Delta Protection Commission and they discussed the draft environmental impact report for the tunnel project and reports on design studies for Locke and Walnut Grove as part of the Delta National Heritage areas and how to help develop tourism in these areas. Councilmember Pope announced the next Habitat Conservancy meeting will be held virtually August 21 at 10am and information about how to participate in the Habitat Conservancy meeting can be found on Contra Costa County’s website. Mayor Romick reported he attended the Mayors’ Conference and as Vice Mayor Higgins mentioned, RHNA was the topic. He explained RHNA determines how many new housing units need to be produced in the state and where. He shared that the Los Angeles area was assigned a 213% increase, and the nine Bay Area counties, including ours, may see a 130% increase in the next 8 years. He explained they are going through an evaluation process and the City must await our numbers which will come out later this year. He also reported he participated in the ECCFPD Town Hall virtual meeting. He also reported he attended a Reclamation District 2137 meeting this morning regarding the Dutch Slough Tidal Restoration Project. He mentioned the project grading is complete, a survey is nearly complete, the irrigation installation is complete, the tulees are doing well with about 1/3 of plants in the ground and another shipment will arrive in the fall. He also mentioned the Anderson parcel is being restored, they will eradicate non- native species and replace with native species in which the plants should self-sustain. He shared that the trucks going to the levee project are to provide dirt to the levee which will protect the future city park and property on the Gilbert side of which construction should be complete by mid-November. He commented that the trucks are paid by the load but need to slow down and obey traffic laws which has been addressed. He mentioned the design of the bridges and breeches of the levee continue through the spring and they hope to open the area in the winter of 2022. He added that Department of Water Resources, East Bay Regional Park District and the City of Oakley still have work to be done for access to the property as agreements will need to be made between the parties. (b) Requests for Future Agendas Councilmember Alaura requested a future agenda item for a work session with the Contra Costa County Building and Trade Council for project labor agreements for future projects. She mentioned it is difficult to have a large discussion by phone and suggested it be addressed when everyone can assemble in person. Mayor Romick commented that Vice Mayor Higgins has been corresponding with them.

Vice Mayors Higgins commented that she has indicated to them that this climate is difficult to get together and it is something that the City will need to budget for as a study would be needed; therefore, it would be best to look at the next budget cycle in 2021. Mayor Romick requested the item be agendized for 2021. City Manager Bryan Montgomery commented that hopefully the spring of 2021 will be the best time. 7) WORK SESSION None. 8) CLOSED SESSION None. 9) ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:46 p.m. Respectively Submitted, Libby Vreonis City Clerk

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AGENDA REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE OAKLEY CITY COUNCIL/OAKLEY CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE OAKLEY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/ OAKLEY PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY Tuesday, September 08, 2020 6:30 PM Oakley City Council Chambers, 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA How to View: BE ADVISED that this meeting will be live-streamed on the City's website at www.oakleyinfo.com. Due to the order of the County Health Officer, no one will be allowed to attend the meeting in person. How to Participate: Telephone: You may participate via telephone by calling (925) 809-9201 and using Conference ID#: 921207. Please call or text (925) 787-8454 with any difficulties with the call-in number or ID. The meeting host will call on you when it is your turn to speak. Please mute your phone until then. E-mail: Public comments can be submitted until 5 p.m. the day of the meeting by completing an online comment form through the City's website, https://www.ci.oakley.ca.us/agendas-minutes-videos-archive/ . Comments will be distributed to the City Council via email and summarized in the meeting minutes. Please indicate on the comment form if you wish to speak during the meeting. Public comments are public records. MISSION STATEMENT: The City of Oakley exists to build and enhance a quality community and to serve the public in a friendly, efficient, responsive manner. VISION STATEMENT: The City of Oakley will be recognized as a model of civic participation and a vibrant Delta community where families live, work, play, shop and visit. Agendas are posted in Oakley at Oakley City Hall-3231 Main Street, outside the gym at Delta Vista Middle School-4901 Frank Hengel Way and outside the Library at Freedom High School-1050 Neroly Road; agendas are also posted on the City’s Internet Website www.ci.oakley.ca.us. A complete packet of information containing staff reports and exhibits related to each item is available for public review prior to an Oakley City Council and/or City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority meeting at Oakley City Hall, 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Oakley City Council, Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency or Oakley Public Financing Authority regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection, 1

during regular business hours, at the front counter in the Main Lobby of the Oakley City Hall located at 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561. Agendas may be picked up at the Oakley City Hall located at 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561 for no charge. To request information regarding placement on the City’s agenda e-mail distribution list, please contact us at (925) 625-7000. We provide social media options to stay connected to City Hall through Facebook, Twitter, Next Door and Instagram. Other opportunities to connect with City Hall include Engage In Oakley, Oakley OnDemand on the city's website; and by emailing info@ci.oakley.ca.us. Constant Contacts. Please contact us at (925) 625-7000 for additional information or at www.oakleyinfo.com. If you have a physically challenging condition and require special accommodations, please call the City Clerk’s office at (925) 625-7013. Please keep cell phones/electronic devices turned off during the meeting. Please be advised that City Council meetings are video recorded and attendees may appear on video. Members of the public may address the Council on items of interest that are within the City’s jurisdiction. Public comment on items not listed on the agenda will be heard under the Public Comments section of the agenda. In compliance with State law, the Council may not take action on an item that is not specifically listed on the agenda. If you would like to speak on any agenda item, please fill out a blue speaker card available in the lobby and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the agenda item being called. The Mayor will call you by name to the podium to hear your comments and you have up to 3 minutes to speak. 1.OPENING MATTERS Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority 1.1 Call to Order and Roll Call of the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag (Mayor Romick) 1.3 Proclamation Recognizing September as National Suicide Prevention + Action Month Proclamation 1.4 Proclamation Honoring the 100th Anniversary of Disabled American Veterans 2

Proclamation 2.PUBLIC COMMENTS At this time, the public is permitted to address the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority on non-agendized items. PUBLIC COMMENTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES. In accordance with State Law, however, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Oakley City Council/ Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority may respond to statements made or questions asked or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting on the matter. The exceptions under which the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority MAY discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code §54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3). Members of the public should submit any Speaker Cards for Public Comments in advance of the Mayor calling for Public Comments. 3.CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are typically non-controversial in nature and are considered for approval by the Oakley City Council/ Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority with one single action. Members of the audience, Staff or the Oakley City Council/ Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority who would like an item removed from the Consent Calendar for purposes of public input may request the Mayor remove the item. Members of the public should submit any Speaker Cards related to the Consent Calendar in advance of the Consent Calendar being considered. 3.1 Approve the Minutes from the Special Meeting of the Oakley City Council held August 11, 2020 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) Minutes 08-11-20 Special Meeting 3.2 Approve the Minutes from the Regular Joint City Council / City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency and Special Meeting of the Public Financing Authority held August 11, 2020 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) Minutes 08-11-20-Regular Meeting 3.3 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Amending Various Sections of Chapter 3.6 of the Oakley Municipal Code Concerning Purchasing and Enacting Chapter 3.7 of the Oakley Municipal Code Concerning the Implementation of Uniform Cost Accounting Act Procedures (Tim Przybyla, Finance Director) Ordinance 3.4 Adopt a Resolution to Update the Conflict of Interest Code (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) Staff Report 1. Resolution 3

Exhibit A 3.5 Award of Construction Contract to JD Partners Concrete for the FY 2020/21 Curb, Gutter, & Sidewalk Repair & Replacement Project – Capital Improvement Project Number 241 (Kevin Rohani P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer) Staff Report 1. Resolution 2. Bid Summary 3.6 Adopt Resolutions Approving Regular Joint City Council / City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority Revised Meeting Dates in 2020 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) Staff Report 1. Revised List of 2020 Meeting Dates 2. City Council Resolution 3. Successor Agency Resolution 4. Public Financing Authority Resolution 3.7 Resolution regarding the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) Methodology (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) Staff Report 1. Resolution 2. August 6, 2020 letter from Mayors' Conference to ABAG 4.PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 Conduct Public Hearing and Adopt Resolution Approving the Gilbert Ranch Stormwater Improvements Reimbursement Agreement (Kevin Rohani, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer) Suggested Action: Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the Public Hearing, 2) Receive the Staff Report, 3) Receive Questions from the City Council, 4) Receive Comments from the Applicant, 5) Receive Public Testimony, 6) Close the Public Hearing, 7) Deliberate, 8) Summarize the Deliberation, and 9) Adopt the Resolution. Staff Report 1. Signed Application 2. Reimbursement Agreement 3. Resolution Approving the Gilbert Ranch Reimbursement Agreement 4.2 Stonewood Units 1A, 1B, and 2A Design Review (DR 03-20) – Request for Design Review approval of architectural plans for 241 single-family residential lots consisting of 70 one-story and 171 two-story homes within the Stonewood subdivision. (Ken Strelo, Principal Planner) Suggested Action: Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the Public Hearing, 2) Receive the Staff Report, 3) Receive Questions from the City Council, 4) Receive Comments from 4

the Applicant, 5) Receive Public Testimony, 6) Close the Public Hearing, 7) Deliberate, 8) Summarize the Deliberation, and 9) Adopt the Resolution. Staff Report 1. Vicinity Map 2. Public Hearing Notice 3. Applicant's Plans 4. Draft Resolution 5. City Council Power Point Presentation 4.3 3350 Main Street - Design Review (DR 06-20) for approval of a new 1-story, approximately 10,000 sq. ft. building and associated site improvements. The project is located at the northwest corner of Main Street and Norcross Avenue. APN’s: 037-160-006, 007 and portions of 018 and 027 (Joshua McMurray, Community Development Director) Suggested Action: Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the Public Hearing, 2) Receive the Staff Report, 3) Receive Questions from the City Council, 4) Receive Comments from the Applicant, 5) Receive Public Testimony, 6) Close the Public Hearing, 7) Deliberate, 8) Summarize the Deliberation, and 9) Adopt the Resolution. Staff Report 1. Vicinity Map 2. Public Hearing Notice 3. Project Plans 4. Proposed City Council Resolution 5. PowerPoint Presentation 4.4 Resolution Approving a Fee Study Regarding a Fire-Facilities Fee; Introduction and Waiver of First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 9.2 of the Oakley Municipal Code Concerning the Fire-Facilities Impact Fee; and Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Administration Agreement with the East Contra Costa County Fire Protection District concerning the Fire-Facilities Fee (Derek Cole, City Attorney) Staff Report 5.REGULAR CALENDAR 5.1 Authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sales Agreement with the Thomas Seeno Trust to purchase approximately 17,267 square feet of a portion of real property located at 4960 Fuschia Way in Oakley (APN 035-090-080). (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) Staff Report 1. Description of the Parcel 2. Purchase and Sales Agreement 3. Resolution 5

5.2 Adopt a Resolution Continuing the Declaration of the Existence of an Emergency Affecting the Public Health and Safety due to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) Staff Report 1. Resolution 6.REPORTS 6.1 CITY MANAGER (a) City Manager 6.2 OAKLEY CITY COUNCIL/OAKLEY CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE OAKLEY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (a) Reports from Council Liaisons to Regional Committees, Commissions and Boards AND Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency (b) Requests for Future Agendas 7.WORK SESSIONS 8.CLOSED SESSION 9.ADJOURN 6

PROCLAMATION September Is National Suicide Prevention + Action Month WHEREAS; September is known around the United States as “National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month”, most of us are quite aware of suicide. National Suicide Prevention + Action Month is intended to help promote and give attention to the Suicide Prevention services available to us and our community. The goal is to speak openly about the topic of suicide to help erase the stigma surrounding it, and to direct those in need to the appropriate support services; and WHEREAS; Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, race, orientation, income level, religion, or background; and WHEREAS; According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), more than 40,000 people die by suicide each year; and WHEARAS; Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death among adults in the US, and nearly 20% of all suicides were completed by people ages 45-54; and WHEREAS; Oakley, California is no different than any other community in the country, but chooses to publicly state and place our full support behind local educators, mental health professionals, athletic coaches, pack leaders, police officers, and parents, as partners in supporting our community in simply being available to one another; and WHEREAS; local organizations like Suicide Prevention Services (SPS), national organizations like the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and international groups like Hope For The Day (HFTD) are on the front lines of a war that many still refuse to discuss, as suicide and mental illness remain too uncomfortable of a topic to talk about; and WHEREAS, every member of our community should understand that throughout life’s struggles we all need the occasional reminder that we are all fighting our own battles; and WHEREAS, I encourage all residents to take the time to check in with their family, friends, and neighbors on a regular basis and to honestly communicate their appreciation for their existence by any gesture they deem appropriate. A simple phone call, message, handshake, or hug can go a long way towards helping someone realize that suicide is not the answer. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Kevin Romick, Mayor of the City of Oakley do hereby proclaim the month of September 2020, as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in the City of Oakley, California. _________________ Kevin Romick, Mayor 7

P r o c l a m a t i o n for Disabled American Veterans Day 2020 Honoring the 100th anniversary of Disabled American Veterans WHEREAS, Disabled American Veterans (DAV) was founded by World War I veterans on September 25, 1920, and was chartered by an Act of Congress on June 17, 1932; WHEREAS, in 2020, DAV celebrates 100 years of serving veterans of the Armed Forces, their families and survivors, and communities; WHEREAS, DAV is dedicated to a single purpose: empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity; WHEREAS, DAV accomplishes this by ensuring veterans and their families have access to the full range of benefits available to them, by fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes, and by educating the public about the needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life; WHEREAS, DAV provides free, professional assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies; WHEREAS, DAV also provides outreach concerning its programs and services to the American people generally, and to disabled veterans and their families specifically; WHEREAS, DAV represents the interests of disabled veterans, their families, their widowed spouses and their orphans before the federal government, as well as state and local governments; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Kevin Romick, Mayor of the City of Oakley on behalf of the City Council, do hereby proclaim September 8 th as “Disabled American Veterans Day” in Oakley, California. Dated: September 8, 2020 ____________________ Kevin Romick, Mayor 8

Minutes of the Oakley City Council Special Meeting held August 11, 2020 1) Call to Order Mayor Kevin Romick called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. in the Oakley City Council Chambers located at 3231 Main Street, Oakley, California. He led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2) Roll Call Mayor Romick, Vice Mayor Sue Higgins and Councilmember Randy Pope were present. Councilmembers Claire Alaura and Michael Krieg joined the meeting via teleconference. 3) Public Comments None. 4) Regular Calendar 4.1 Adopt a Resolution Appointing a Representative to the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging to fill a Vacancy Seat with Term Expiring October 10, 2021 (Libby Vreonis, City Clerk) Mayor Romick read the agenda item and invited the applicants to take time to tell more about why they are qualified for the position. Applicant Oleksii Chuiko mentioned he had been thinking about the position for a while. He shared the AARP vision of accessibility, affordability, recreation and partnerships for seniors. He mentioned there are many resources online, but he would bring an extra layer of accessibility to resources, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. In relation to affordability, he mentioned there may be cuts in programs affecting senior citizens and he would like to create partnerships with programs to support seniors. In relation to recreation, he indicated it is important to keep seniors agile and active, and he sees cross-generational programs as positive relationships and role models for youth. In relation to partnerships, he mentioned he would create bridges between the Advisory Council and programs helping seniors. Applicant Megan Casey shared she has been working in health care for over 16 years, 6 years of which have been specific to senior care in Contra Costa County and is aware of resources available to seniors. She commented that in the Bay Area affordable senior housing is almost impossible to find. She mentioned she has experience with seniors and can lend information and advocacy for housing, transportation, food and health care. She added that she talks to seniors daily and is very passionate about her work. Applicant James D'Amico agreed with the comments made by previous applicants. He added that it is important for seniors to do and go because they need to stay connected. He mentioned he is retired and able to help. City Councilmembers submitted their votes to the City Clerk. 9

The City Clerk tallied the votes and announced Megan Casey was selected. It was moved by Councilmember Pope and seconded by Vice Mayor Higgins to adopt the resolution appointing Megan Casey to the Contra Costa Advisory Council on Aging to fill a vacancy seat with the term expiring October 10, 2021. Motion was unanimous and so ordered. (5-0) 5) Adjourn There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:46 p.m. Respectively Submitted, Libby Vreonis City Clerk 10

Minutes of the Regular Joint Meeting of the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority held August 11, 2020 1) OPENING MATTERS 1.1 Call to Order and Roll Call of the Oakley City Council/Oakley City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Oakley Redevelopment Agency/Oakley Public Financing Authority Mayor Kevin Romick called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the Oakley City Council Chambers located at 3231 Main Street, Oakley, California. In addition to Mayor Romick, Vice Mayor Sue Higgins and Councilmember Randy Pope were present. Councilmembers Claire Alaura and Michael Krieg joined the meeting via teleconference. 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag (Mayor Romick) Mayor Romick led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1.3 Proclamation honoring K-9 "Koda" on his retirement (Mayor Romick) On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Romick presented the proclamation to Officer Joshua Del Prado on behalf of Koda. Mayor Romick announced the Work Session, agenda item 7.1, would be heard following agenda item 1.4. 1.4 Update provided by East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (Brian Helmick, Fire Chief) Fire Chief Brian Helmick provided an update to the City Council including background information regarding East Contra Costa Fire Protection District, current challenges (serving existing population and preparing to serve projected future growth), paths to correct challenges (funding, prepare infrastructure to increase services for stations # 4, 5 and 6, increase services if revenue increases, assessments, taxes, exploring alternatives, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures for Stations # 7, 8, 9 and possibly more, developer agreements, impact fees, community facility districts, and shared investments including help from State, County, Cities and residents), recent service level reductions (public education events and station tours have been canceled indefinitely and all firefighters as of July 1, 2020, have changed a defensive stance unless there is a life safety risk), and locations for additional ECCFPD information (virtual town halls and the Facebook Live schedule are on the ECCFPD website). Councilmember Alaura commented she is glad to hear the attendance is increasing at the Facebook Live events and suggested city staff share those links on the City’s Facebook page. Chief Helmick responded that he will send the links to City Manager Bryan Montgomery. 11

7) WORK SESSIONS 7.1 Work Session regarding East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Fee Study and Proposed Increase in Fire Facilities Impact Fee charged to New Development (Bryan Montgomery, City Manager) City Manager Bryan Montgomery presented the staff report. Mayor Romick announced a letter of opposition was submitted by Shartsis Friese LLP on behalf of Discovery Builders, Inc. and West Coast Home Builders, Inc. which will be made part of the meeting record. East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Chief Brian Helmick explained the District developed a study of fees in cooperation with the cities of Oakley and Brentwood, the County and Building Industry Association (BIA) before it went to the Fire Board for approval. He explained the fees will be continuous; however, the fees will be reviewed periodically every 3-5 years as to the amount. He introduced Joe Colgan and Nicole Kissam with NBS as well as legal counsel whom joined the call remotely. He mentioned without these fees, there will be no new stations or equipment for stations. He commented that he is aware of the criticism from Discovery Builders and for the record, the District submitted responses to the criticism. He shared that the District paused for a month and half to try and work with Discovery Builders but could not reach middle ground. He explained that the District can support its numbers and has justification it could be higher; therefore, it did not dismiss the criticism, but rather addressed it and is well-positioned to express that it could not reduce the fees to make it work. Mayor Romick commented that he is familiar with the Fire District’s situation and his concern is not fees for new housing, but rather fees for commercial property. He explained that Oakley is not comparable to Brentwood; Brentwood has a larger downtown and revenue stream coming from those businesses. He further explained that revenue from sales tax is only 8% in Oakley; therefore, it is lacking sales tax funding to provide to the General Fund. He mentioned the City is struggling now to bring commercial businesses to Oakley, Oakley does not have a large shopping mall like Brentwood, Oakley has a population less than 50,000, there are a number of competitors for shopping/sales tax in Brentwood and Antioch, and there is no major highway that goes through Oakley as there is in Antioch and Brentwood. He explained that adding more fees will make it more difficult to attract retail and commercial businesses. He commented that the City is lucky to have the Oakley Logistics Center under construction, but if it expands, the fees could mak

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