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2026-06-22 City Council Meeting
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Livermore Youth Council Reports on Successful Year of Events and Future Initiatives
The Livermore Youth Council provided their annual update, highlighting their role as representatives for the youth of Livermore. They collaborate with city officials and decision-makers, contributing to projects like the new teen space at the library. The council hosted several successful events throughout the year, including a Halloween costume contest, a turkey trot with a canned food drive, a holiday carnival, a talent show, middle school visits to discuss high school transitions, a World's Fair, and an Easter Egg Hunt. They also rebooted a mental health fair, taking it to local high schools. Future plans include continuing these events, expanding the turkey trot, launching a mental health campaign, and initiating a community piano project downtown.
Open Forum: Resident Concerns on Hacked Computer, Praise for Alternative Response Teams, and STR Permit Complaints
During the open forum, Connie Copps sought assistance regarding a hacked computer in summer 2009 and issues with her Comcast account, stating she needs help backtracking her steps for a business plan related to unfunded liabilities. She has contacted her congressman and governor without response and is looking for direction on how to proceed. Alan Marling commented on Pleasanton's Police Alternative Response Unit winning an award and noted that Livermore has a similar program, the Livermore Mobile Evaluation Team (LMET), comprised of a counselor and an officer, emphasizing the benefits of de-escalation and community-based solutions. Alice expressed frustration over the city granting a short-term rental (STR) permit to a property at 975 Dickens Court, alleging the tenant caused significant disturbances, and requested the permit be rescinded due to alleged lack of accountability for STR landlords and potential negative impact on neighborhood quality of life.
Livermore Adopts 2025 Urban Water Management and Water Shortage Contingency Plans
The City Council adopted the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP). The UWMP outlines the city's long-term water use and supply strategies, including demand forecasting, supply assessment, and reliability analysis. Livermore receives 100% of its water from Zone 7 Water Agency. While the city met its conservation goals (under 192 gallons/person/day) in 2020 and 2025, projections show potential shortfalls (14-20%) in multiple dry years by 2045-2050 if a five-year drought occurs. The WSCP provides actionable local plans for drought management, including six shortage stages and various demand-reduction measures like public education. The plan remains adequate and aligns with statutes.
Council Appointments Made; Committee Reports Highlight Community Events and Potential Transit Budget Impacts
The City Council confirmed the appointment of Councilmembers Dunbar and Barrientos to the City Council Subcommittee on Advisory Bodies, following a rotation system. The council also discussed committee reports, noting recent community events like the rodeo parade, a bike pump track ribbon cutting, and a fundraiser. Councilmember Dunbar mentioned potential budget impacts for LAVTA if a transit measure fails. Vice Mayor Wong highlighted the Tri-Valley Juneteenth Festival and a ribbon cutting for a butterfly garden at Alden Lane Nursery, related to the Mayor's monarch challenge. A memorial for David Hearst, co-founder of Livermore Pride, was noted.
City Council Confirms Levy of Assessments for 92 Landscape Maintenance Districts
The City Council conducted a public hearing and adopted the resolution confirming the levy of assessments for 92 landscape maintenance districts. These districts are organized under the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and their maintenance costs must be fully covered by the assessments collected. The costs are reset annually with an approved escalator (CPI or CPI plus 1%). The proposed assessments are within voter-approved caps, ensuring that the levels meet both short-term and long-term maintenance needs for each district.
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