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Recent updates from Governing Board
Council reintroduced Ordinance 2506 to update zoning rules allowing larger convenience markets at gas stations via use permits, discussed pedestrian orientation, fresh food expectations, safety data, and related Chevron site improvements including an EV charger and a creekside observation deck with a dedication offer.
City Manager announced a joint $500,000 SS4A planning grant with Moraga for Moraga Way bike/ped/evacuation safety, PG&E approval for the Crossroads Plaza entry sign, and launch of OrindaReady.com with the LADRA evacuation/fire modeling tool.
Councilmembers reported on the Infrastructure Subcommittee’s discussion of models for private road support (e.g., San Anselmo grants), Orinda Woods road maintenance agreements, drainage mapping updates, and a future framework to update adoption of public roads policy.
Council adopted an agenda change to move reports earlier, approved the Consent Calendar, and adopted the 2026 committee and liaison list.
Council elected Brandyn Iverson as Mayor and Darlene Gee as Vice Mayor for 2025–2026 via unanimous roll-call votes and administered the oath of office.
Assistant City Manager explained a proposed 6% rate increase for Rate Year 12 to build reserves and smooth larger increases anticipated under a new contract. Discussion covered vehicle impact fees, their use for public road maintenance, and potential legislative updates.
Staff and council discussed creating two removable-barrier openings in the Camino Pablo median to provide additional freeway access during evacuations. Caltrans right-of-way constraints limited landscaping choices to plants under three feet; the Garden Club will assist with in-field plant selection. Council approved the project and contract.
The Mayor's Award of Excellence honored the Moraga-Orinda Fire District for enhanced disaster readiness, interagency training, a dedicated local ambulance, public education, and fuel reduction efforts.
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