Planning Commission

FEBRUARY 17, 2026 Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 17, 2026 ________________________________________________________________ REGULAR MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER – The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak at 7:00 pm, held in person at 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. ROLL CALL – Present: Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak and Commissioner Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Nadine Horner, Commissioner Charity Steele. Absent: Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chairperson Kronzak led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. OPEN FORUM Vice Chairperson Kronzak opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR ON THE MOTION OF COMMISSIONER ANDERSON, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HORNER, WITH CHAIRPERSON FINTSCHENKO ABSENT AND CARRIED ON A 4-0-1 VOTE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 3.1, 3.2, 3.5 AND 3.6: 3.1 Approval of the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting calendar. 3.2 Approval of the September 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. 3.5 Approval of the December 2, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. 3.6 Approval of the December 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes.

PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes FEBRUARY 17, 2026 In response to Commissioner Horner, Planning Manager Riley confirmed that a letter was sent to the Pacific and Livermore townhome project neighbors that access through the old Nob Hill commercial center to their backyards would be discontinued. ON THE MOTION OF COMMISSIONER ANDERSON, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STEELE, WITH CHAIRPERSON FINTSCHENKO ABSENT AND COMMISSIONER HORNER ABSTAINING DUE TO INABILITY TO VOTE AND CARRIED ON A 3-0-2 VOTE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 3.3 AND 3.4: 3.3 Approval of the October 7, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. 3.4 Approval of the October 21, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. 4. PROJECT REVIEW – NONE 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION Vice Chairperson 6.2 Resolution to approve a Consistency Determination (CD) 26-001 for the disposition and transfer of City-owned property to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD). Associate Planner Purewal presented the staff report. In response to Commissioner Horner, Associate Planner Purewal and Planning Manager Riley confirmed the Planning Commission’s roll to determine consistency with the General Plan; restrictions to require the property remain open space; that the subject property is separate from the Garaventa Ranch residential project to the south; the subject property is designated Urban Low Residential and Planned Development; and the City’s reason for purchasing the property is due to its significant biological value. Commissioner Anderson indicated support for the consistency determination. In response to Vice Chair Kronzak, Associate Planner Purewal and Planning Manager Riley clarified the designations of the properties to the east and north. ON THE MOTION OF COMMISSIONER HORNER, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AND CARRIED ON A 4-0-1 VOTE, WITH, CHAIRPERSON FINTSCHENKO ABSENT, THE PLANNING COMMISSION ADOPTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:

FEBRUARY 17, 2026 Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION Resolution 01-26 Approving Consistency Determination (CD)26-001 for the disposition of approximately 41 acres of city-owned property (APNS: 99b-5300-2- 13, 99b-5450-10-3) to Livermore Area Recreation and Park District. 6.1 Election of the Planning Commission 2026 Chairperson and Vice- Chairperson. ON THE MOTION OF COMMISSIONER ANDERSON, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STEELE AND CARRIED ON A 4-0-1 VOTE, WITH CHAIRPERSON FINTSCHENKO ABSENT, THE PLANNING COMMISSION VOTED VICE CHAIR KRONZAK AS CHAIRPERSON AND COMMISSIONER STEELE AS VICE CHAIRPERSON. 7. MATTERS INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF – NONE 8. ADJOURNMENT – at 7:18 pm to a Regular Planning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm, Civic Center Meeting Hall, City Council Chambers, 1016 S. Livermore Avenue.

PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING – 7:00 PM MEETING PARTICIPATION INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT THE END OF THE AGENDA IN PERSON INFORMATION: CIVIC CENTER MEETING HALL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1016 S. LIVERMORE AVENUE Yolanda Fintschenko, Chair Tracy Kronzak, Vice Chair Jacob M Anderson, Commissioner Nadine R Horner, Commissioner Charity L Steele, Commissioner Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026

1. CALL TO ORDER 2. OPEN FORUM In conformance with the Brown Act, no Planning Commission action can occur on items presented during Open Forum. To provide public comment, please submit a speaker card. When your name is called, walk to the lectern to address the Planning Commission. Comments are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person, per item. The Chair may reduce the amount of time based on the number of persons wishing to speak. Open Forum will conclude after 30 minutes; however, if there are additional speakers, Open Forum will reconvene after Matters for Consideration. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are considered routine and are acted upon by the Planning Commission with a single action. Members of the audience wishing to provide public input must submit a speaker card. 3.1 Approval of the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting calendar. Recommendation: Staff recommends Planning Commission Approve the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar (see Attachment 1). Staff Report Attachments: 1. 2026 Proposed Meeting Calendar 3.2 Approval of the September 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 09-16-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.3 Approval of the October 7, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: ROLL CALL Commissioner Charity Steele Commissioner Nadine Horner Commissioner Jacob Anderson Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026

Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 10-07-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.4 Approval of the October 21, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 10-21-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.5 Approval of the December 2, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 12-02-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.6 Approval of the December 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 12-16-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 4. PROJECT REVIEW 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6.1 Election of the Planning Commission 2026 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission nominate and vote on candidates for the offices of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Staff Report 6.2 Resolution to approve a Consistency Determination (CD) 26-001 for the disposition and transfer of City-owned property to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD). Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026

Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving Consistency Determination (CD) 26-001, finding the City’s proposed disposition and transfer of approximately 41-acres of land (APNs: 99B-5300-2-13; 99B-5450-10-3) to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) is consistent with Livermore’s 2003-2025 General Plan. Staff Report Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Resolution 7. MATTERS INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION AND STAFF 8. ADJOURNMENT To a regular Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm, Civic Center Meeting Hall, City Council Chamber, 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. 9. HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING You can participate in the meeting in a number of ways: Open Forum is an opportunity for the public to speak regarding items not listed on the agenda. Speakers are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. To address the Planning Commission you must submit a speaker card to the Planning Commission Liaison prior to the start of that item. Please note that the Planning Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any items that are not listed on the agenda. However, if your item requires action, the Planning Commission l may place it on a future agenda or direct staff to work with you and/or report to the Planning Commission on the issue. Public Hearings - The topic of the hearing is typically summarized by staff, followed by a presentation by the applicant, and then questions from the Planning Commission. The Chair will then open the hearing to the public and offer an opportunity for public comments. Speakers are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. To address the Planning Commission, you must submit a speaker card to the Planning Commission Liaison prior to the start of the presentation of the item. Other Agenda Items are also open for public input including Consent Calendar or Matters for Consideration items. These comments are also subject to the 3-minute limit. Special Meetings, Workshops - The public will have the opportunity to address the Planning Commission regarding the item that is the subject of the special meeting or workshop. Public comments are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. Submission of Comments Prior to the Meeting: Email Comments may be submitted by the public to the Planning Commission Liaison (planning@LivermoreCA.gov). Items received no later than 12:00 pm on the day of the meeting will be provided to the Commission and available on the City website prior to the Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026

meeting. These items will NOT be read into the record. eComments may be submitted by the public using the eComment link here. Comments may be up to 1000 characters in length and will be accepted up until 6:00 pm the day of the meeting. These items will NOT be read into the record and are viewable by the the Commission and the public upon submittal. Submission of Comments During the Meeting: Speakers are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. To submit a comment in person, you must complete a speaker card for each item. Speaker cards are available in the Civic Center Meeting Hall lobby. Indicate on the card the item number you wish to comment on and submit the card directly to the Planning Commission Liaison prior to the start of the item. Please note that the Planning Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any items that are not listed on the agenda. However, if your item requires action, the Planning Commission may place it on a future agenda or direct staff to work with you and/or report to the Planning Commission on the issue. If you would like to deliver written materials to the Commission as part of your public comments, please provide 8 copies of to the Planning Commission Liaison with your speaker card. The Planning Commission Agenda and Agenda Reports are prepared by City staff and are available for public review on Friday evening, three days prior to the Planning Commission meeting at 1016 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore. The Agenda is also available on the City’s website, http://livermoreca.gov/agenda. Under Government Code §54957.5, any supplemental material distributed to the members of the Planning Commission after the posting of this agenda will be available for public review at City Hall, 1052 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore, and included in the agenda packet available on the City’s web site at http://livermoreca.gov/agenda. PURSUANT TO TITLE II OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (CODIFIED AT 42 UNITED STATES CODE SECTION 12101 AND 28 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS PART 35), AND SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973, THE CITY OF LIVERMORE DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, DISABILITY, AGE OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION IN THE PROVISION OF ANY SERVICES, PROGRAMS, OR ACTIVITIES. TO ARRANGE AN ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PUBLIC MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE ADA COORDINATOR AT ADACOORDINATOR@LIVERMORECA.GOV OR CALL (925) 960-4170 (VOICE) OR (925) 960-4104 (TDD) AT LEAST THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING. Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026

PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING – 7:00 PM MEETING PARTICIPATION INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT THE END OF THE AGENDA IN PERSON INFORMATION: CIVIC CENTER MEETING HALL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1016 S. LIVERMORE AVENUE Yolanda Fintschenko, Chair Tracy Kronzak, Vice Chair Jacob M Anderson, Commissioner Nadine R Horner, Commissioner Charity L Steele, Commissioner Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026 1

1. CALL TO ORDER 2. OPEN FORUM In conformance with the Brown Act, no Planning Commission action can occur on items presented during Open Forum. To provide public comment, please submit a speaker card. When your name is called, walk to the lectern to address the Planning Commission. Comments are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person, per item. The Chair may reduce the amount of time based on the number of persons wishing to speak. Open Forum will conclude after 30 minutes; however, if there are additional speakers, Open Forum will reconvene after Matters for Consideration. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are considered routine and are acted upon by the Planning Commission with a single action. Members of the audience wishing to provide public input must submit a speaker card. 3.1 Approval of the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting calendar. Recommendation: Staff recommends Planning Commission Approve the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar (see Attachment 1). Staff Report Attachments: 1. 2026 Proposed Meeting Calendar 3.2 Approval of the September 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 09-16-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.3 Approval of the October 7, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: ROLL CALL Commissioner Charity Steele Commissioner Nadine Horner Commissioner Jacob Anderson Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026 2

Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 10-07-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.4 Approval of the October 21, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 10-21-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.5 Approval of the December 2, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 12-02-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 3.6 Approval of the December 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. Staff Report Attachments: 1. 12-16-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes 4. PROJECT REVIEW 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6.1 Election of the Planning Commission 2026 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission nominate and vote on candidates for the offices of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Staff Report 6.2 Resolution to approve a Consistency Determination (CD) 26-001 for the disposition and transfer of City-owned property to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD). Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026 3

Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving Consistency Determination (CD) 26-001, finding the City’s proposed disposition and transfer of approximately 41-acres of land (APNs: 99B-5300-2-13; 99B-5450-10-3) to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) is consistent with Livermore’s 2003-2025 General Plan. Staff Report Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Resolution 7. MATTERS INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION AND STAFF 8. ADJOURNMENT To a regular Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm, Civic Center Meeting Hall, City Council Chamber, 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. 9. HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING You can participate in the meeting in a number of ways: Open Forum is an opportunity for the public to speak regarding items not listed on the agenda. Speakers are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. To address the Planning Commission you must submit a speaker card to the Planning Commission Liaison prior to the start of that item. Please note that the Planning Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any items that are not listed on the agenda. However, if your item requires action, the Planning Commission l may place it on a future agenda or direct staff to work with you and/or report to the Planning Commission on the issue. Public Hearings - The topic of the hearing is typically summarized by staff, followed by a presentation by the applicant, and then questions from the Planning Commission. The Chair will then open the hearing to the public and offer an opportunity for public comments. Speakers are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. To address the Planning Commission, you must submit a speaker card to the Planning Commission Liaison prior to the start of the presentation of the item. Other Agenda Items are also open for public input including Consent Calendar or Matters for Consideration items. These comments are also subject to the 3-minute limit. Special Meetings, Workshops - The public will have the opportunity to address the Planning Commission regarding the item that is the subject of the special meeting or workshop. Public comments are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. Submission of Comments Prior to the Meeting: Email Comments may be submitted by the public to the Planning Commission Liaison (planning@LivermoreCA.gov). Items received no later than 12:00 pm on the day of the meeting will be provided to the Commission and available on the City website prior to the Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026 4

meeting. These items will NOT be read into the record. eComments may be submitted by the public using the eComment link here. Comments may be up to 1000 characters in length and will be accepted up until 6:00 pm the day of the meeting. These items will NOT be read into the record and are viewable by the the Commission and the public upon submittal. Submission of Comments During the Meeting: Speakers are limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per person. To submit a comment in person, you must complete a speaker card for each item. Speaker cards are available in the Civic Center Meeting Hall lobby. Indicate on the card the item number you wish to comment on and submit the card directly to the Planning Commission Liaison prior to the start of the item. Please note that the Planning Commission is prohibited by State law from taking action on any items that are not listed on the agenda. However, if your item requires action, the Planning Commission may place it on a future agenda or direct staff to work with you and/or report to the Planning Commission on the issue. If you would like to deliver written materials to the Commission as part of your public comments, please provide 8 copies of to the Planning Commission Liaison with your speaker card. The Planning Commission Agenda and Agenda Reports are prepared by City staff and are available for public review on Friday evening, three days prior to the Planning Commission meeting at 1016 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore. The Agenda is also available on the City’s website, http://livermoreca.gov/agenda. Under Government Code §54957.5, any supplemental material distributed to the members of the Planning Commission after the posting of this agenda will be available for public review at City Hall, 1052 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore, and included in the agenda packet available on the City’s web site at http://livermoreca.gov/agenda. PURSUANT TO TITLE II OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (CODIFIED AT 42 UNITED STATES CODE SECTION 12101 AND 28 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS PART 35), AND SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973, THE CITY OF LIVERMORE DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, DISABILITY, AGE OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION IN THE PROVISION OF ANY SERVICES, PROGRAMS, OR ACTIVITIES. TO ARRANGE AN ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PUBLIC MEETING, PLEASE CONTACT THE ADA COORDINATOR AT ADACOORDINATOR@LIVERMORECA.GOV OR CALL (925) 960-4170 (VOICE) OR (925) 960-4104 (TDD) AT LEAST THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING. Livermore Planning Commission Agenda February 17, 2026 5

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. 3.1 DATE: February 17, 2026 TO: Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Steve Riley, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Approval of the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting calendar. RECOMMENDED ACTION Staff recommends Planning Commission Approve the 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar (see Attachment 1). DECISION TYPE Administrative SUMMARY DISCUSSION ATTACHMENTS 1. 2026 Proposed Meeting Calendar Prepared by: Michele Donley Division Clerk 6

MEMORANDUM DATE: February 17, 2026 TO: Planning Commission FROM: Stephen Riley, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Approval of the Planning Commission 2026 Meeting Calendar Below are the scheduled dates for Planning Commission meetings in 2026. January 6 July 7 January 20 July 21 February 3 August 4 February 17 August 18 March 3 September 1 March 17 September 15 April 7 October 6 April 21 October 20 May 5 November 3 May 19 November 17 June 2 December 1 June 16 December 15ATTACHMENT 1 7

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. 3.2 DATE: February 17, 2026 TO: Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Steve Riley, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Approval of the September 16, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. RECOMMENDED ACTION Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. DECISION TYPE Administrative SUMMARY DISCUSSION ATTACHMENTS 1. 09-16-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes Prepared by: Michele Donley Division Clerk 8

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 Draft Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 ________________________________________________________________ REGULAR MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER – The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko at 7:00 pm, held in person at 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. ROLL CALL – Present: Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko, Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak and Commissioner Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Nadine Horner, Commissioner Charity Steele. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Fintschenko led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR – NONE. 4. PROJECT REVIEW – NONE. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS – NONE. 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6.1 Planning Commission Training: 2025 Land Use and Housing Legislation Update by Eric S. Phillips from the law firm of Burke, Williams and Sorenson, LLP. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission receive the training and ask any clarifying questions. Eric Phillips, land use attorney, provided an update on 2025 Land Use and Housing laws including an update on California’s housing crisis; Housing Element concept; Housing Accountability Act; Density Bonus Law; Housing Crisis Act; IntensifiedATTACHMENT 1 9

PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 Single-Family Zones; AB (Assembly Bill) 130; SB (Senate Bill) 131; SB1395; SB1361; AB3093; AB2023; AB2667; AB2580; new civil penalties; AB1893; AB1801; AB2694; AB2430; AB3122; SB450; SB1123; AB2243; AB3057; SB477; AB3057; SB477; AB2533; SB1211; AB2663; AB2553; AB1820; SB1210; AB3177; SB937; and AB2729. In response to Commission questions, Mr. Phillips and Planning Manager Riley explained the use of objective standards; example of City of Livermore projects utilizing density bonus laws; ministerial review versus Planning Commission / Council approval; use of objective design standards for multi-family housing and project streamlining; funds for Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT) mitigation; mitigation under CEQA; State’s review of Housing Element certifications; Homeowner Association (HOA) reform; and ministerial approvals. Vice Chairperson Kronzak requested a list of legislators supporting HOA reform. Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 7. MATTERS INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF Vice Chair Kronzak asked about reimbursements for the APA conference. Planning Manager Riley and Division Clerk Michele Donley encouraged carpooling and reimbursement process. Commissioner Horner announced that she would not be at the two meetings in October. Planning Manager Riley mentioned future higher density housing based on the State’s housing laws. 8. ADJOURNMENT – at 8:05 pm to a Regular Planning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 7:00 pm, Civic Center Meeting Hall, City Council Chambers, 1016 S. Livermore Avenue.ATTACHMENT 1 10

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. 3.3 DATE: February 17, 2026 TO: Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Steve Riley, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Approval of the October 7, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. RECOMMENDED ACTION Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. DECISION TYPE Administrative SUMMARY DISCUSSION ATTACHMENTS 1. 10-07-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes Prepared by: Michele Donley Division Clerk 11

OCTOBER 7, 2025 Draft Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 7, 2025 ________________________________________________________________ REGULAR MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER – The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko at 7:00 pm, held in person at 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. ROLL CALL – Present: Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko, Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak and Commissioner Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Charity Steele. Absent – Commissioner Nadine Horner PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Fintschenko led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. ON THE MOTION OF COMMISSIONER ANDERSON SECONDED BY CHAIRPERSON FINTSCHENKO, WITH VICE CHAIR KRONZAK ABSTAINING, AND CARRIED ON A 4-0-1 VOTE, WITH COMMISSIONER HORENER ABSENT, THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED ITEM 3.1: * “Per section 26.3 of the adopted Planning Commission Rules of Procedure; Vice Chair Kronzak did not announce their intention to abstain from the vote at the beginning of the item; therefore the abstention must rule in-favor of the motion.”ATTACHMENT 1 12

PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes OCTOBER 7, 2025 3.1 Approval of the September 2, 2025, Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. ON THE MOTION OF VICE CHAIR KRONZAK, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AND CARRIED ON A 4-0-1 VOTE, WITH COMMISSIONER HORNER ABSENT, THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED ITEM 3.2: 3.2 Resolution to approve Consistency Determination (CD) 25-003 for the disposition of a City-owned parcel to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District. In response to Commissioner Anderson, Planning Director Riley explained that Consistency Determinations could be considered on the Consent Calendar. 4. PROJECT REVIEW – NONE 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5.1 Hearing to receive public comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Pacific and Livermore Avenue Townhomes Project for a Subdivision and Site Plan Design Review (SUB 23-004, SPDR 23-006). Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission: receive public comments regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Pacific and Livermore Townhomes Project (Project). No action is required by the Planning Commission at this meeting. The Planning Commission will review and make a determination on the Project and the related EIR at a future public hearing. Associate Planner Jennifer Ackerman presented the staff report. Florentina Craciun, LSA Associates, explained the focus areas of the Draft EIR and Mitigation Measures. Planning Director Riley noted the comment emails that had been received and provided to the Commission. Commissioner Anderson clarified that any comments would be addressed in the Final EIR. Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. Jason Lowery addressed the easement by the 15 homes on Cabrillo Avenue, concern about the impact of headlights and lack of bollards, need for greater setback to provide privacy, and remediation of any chemicals leached into the soil by the dry cleaners; and expressed excitement about revitalization and the design.ATTACHMENT 1 13

OCTOBER 7, 2025 Draft Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION Adam Thompson, representing the Oak Door, expressed concern about the number of significant impact items and removal of contaminated soil. Commissioner Steele expressed concern about the soil contamination and removal; and appreciation for the concerns raised by Mr. Lowery and Mr. Thompson. Commissioner Anderson encouraged questions and comments be submitted to staff; questioned the lack of study for use of the parking lot for bicycle cut through; previous request for the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) to include loss of existing commercial, which was not included in the EIR; analysis of the alternatives and possible other alternatives such as minimal commercial and mostly housing; and addressing of comments during notice of preparation. Ms. Craciun explained that comments received on the Notice of Preparation were summarized in the Draft EIR. Vice Chair Kronzak suggested using the comments from Lisjan Nation on tribal cultural resources; inclusion of the current rodent and pest population as part of the project impacts in the hazard evaluation; and consideration of the relationship between the proposed mitigation measures and effect of CEQA related to Section 4.6.3, Haz 1 and Haz 2, mitigation measures. There were no more speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION – NONE 7. MATTERS INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF Chairperson Fintschenko reminded the Commission of the change in process for Matters Initiated. Vice Chair Kronzak expressed appreciation for the replaced bus bench on Portola Avenue. Planning Director Riley reminded the Commissioners of the required ethics training. 8. ADJOURNMENT – at 7:41 pm to a Regular Planning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00 pm, Civic Center Meeting Hall, City Council Chambers, 1016 S. Livermore Avenue.ATTACHMENT 1 14

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. 3.4 DATE: February 17, 2026 TO: Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Steve Riley, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Approval of the October 21, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. RECOMMENDED ACTION Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. DECISION TYPE Administrative SUMMARY DISCUSSION ATTACHMENTS 1. 10-21-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes Prepared by: Michele Donley Division Clerk 15

OCTOBER 21, 2025 Draft Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 21, 2025 ________________________________________________________________ REGULAR MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER – The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko at 7:00 pm, held in person at 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. ROLL CALL – Present: Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko, Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak and Commissioner Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Charity Steele. Absent – Commissioner Nadine Horner PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Fintschenko led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. Chairperson Fintschenko pulled Item 3.2 from the Consent Calendar to allow staff to make a presentation. Associate Planner Ackerman presented slides clarifying the item. In response to Commissioner Anderson, Planning Manager Riley clarified Section 20.1 regarding approval of minutes. Vice Chair Kronzak confirmed that Item 3.2 was consistent with General Plan objectives and requested clarification on Item 3.1, Section 21.5.D. Planning Manager Riley explained the intent regarding consensus of matters initiated.ATTACHMENT 1 16

PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes OCTOBER 21, 2025 3.1 Recommendation that the City Council approve the Planning Commission revised Rules of Procedure. 3.2 Resolution to approve Consistency Determination (CD) 25-003 for the disposition of a City-owned parcel to the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District. ON THE MOTION OF COMMISSIONER ANDERSON SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STEELE AND CARRIED ON A 4-0-1 VOTE, WITH COMMISSIONER HORENER ABSENT, THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR. 4. PROJECT REVIEW – NONE 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION – NONE 7. MATTERS INITIATED BY PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF 8. ADJOURNMENT – at 7:17 pm to a Regular Planning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 7:00 pm, Civic Center Meeting Hall, City Council Chambers, 1016 S. Livermore Avenue.ATTACHMENT 1 17

PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. 3.5 DATE: February 17, 2026 TO: Chairperson and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Steve Riley, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Approval of the December 2, 2025 Planning Commission Draft Meeting Minutes. RECOMMENDED ACTION Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the draft minutes. DECISION TYPE Administrative SUMMARY DISCUSSION ATTACHMENTS 1. 12-02-2025 Draft Meeting Minutes Prepared by: Michele Donley Division Clerk 18

DECEMBER 2, 2025 Draft Minutes PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION DECEMBER 2, 2025 ________________________________________________________________ REGULAR MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER – The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko at 7:00 pm, held in person at 1016 S. Livermore Avenue. ROLL CALL – Present: Chairperson Yolanda Fintschenko, Vice Chairperson Tracy Kronzak and Commissioner Jacob Anderson, Commissioner Nadine Horner, Commissioner Charity Steele. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairperson Fintschenko led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. OPEN FORUM Chairperson Fintschenko opened the public comment period. There were no speakers, and the public comment period was closed. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR - NONE 4. PROJECT REVIEW – NONE 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION 6.1 Planning Commission Training 2025: California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Recommendation: Staff recommends the Planning Commission receive a training on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and ask any clarifying questions. Senior Planner Shannon Pagan provided an overview of CEQA and training for the Planning Commission.ATTACHMENT 1 19

PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes DECEMBER 2, 2025 In response Chairperson Fintschenko, Senior Planner Pagan and Outside Legal Counsel Christie Crowl explained required findings for an adequate determination and finding of substantial evidence. In response to Vice Chairperson Kronzak, Planning Manager Steve Riley, Senior Planner Pagan and Outside Legal Counsel Christie Crowl explained that CEQA does not consider the impact of the environment on the project, but instead focuses on the project’s potential to cause physical environmental impacts. Environment-on-project risks are addressed through other city documents such as