City Council

CITY OF CORNING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2024 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 794 THIRD STREET A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Council: Dave Demo Jose “Chuy” Valerio Shelly Hargens Lisa Lomeli Mayor: Robert Snow All members of the City Council were present. C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the City Manager. D. INVOCATION: Led by Councilwoman Shelly Hargens. E. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS: None. F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR: • Planner II/Recreation Coordinator II Christina Meeds reminded everyone that April 2nd is the first Tuesday Night Market from 5pm to 8pm, the theme is Easter. • Various members of the public spoke in opposition to the removal of the “historic” palm trees on the site of the new Recreation Center and City Plaza, many asking what they can do to prevent the removal of these trees. Mayor Snow stated that no action could be taken tonight as this subject was not agendized for discussion or action. Some asked to have the subject agendized on a future agenda so that possible action could be taken to prevent these trees from being removed. The public was informed that the City Council would take their concerns under advisement. G. CONSENT AGENDA: It is recommended that items listed on the Consent Agenda be acted on simultaneously unless a Councilmember or members of the audience request separate discussion and/or action. 1. Waive reading, except by title, of any Ordinance under consideration at this meeting for either introduction or passage, per Government Code Section 36934. 2. Waive the reading and approve the Minutes of the March 12, 2024 City Council Closed Session and Regular meeting with any necessary corrections. 3. March 21, 2024 Claim Warrant in the amount of $109,811.97. 4. March 21, 2024 Business License Report. 5. Ordinance No. 708, an Ordinance to replace Chapter 5.50 of the Corning Municipal Code relating to permanent and mobile vending in the City of Corning (second reading and adoption). 6. Ordinance No. 709, an Ordinance to amend and add to Chapter 12 of the Corning Municipal Code relating to sidewalk vending in the City of Corning (second reading and adoption). Councilor Valerio moved to approve Consent Items 1-6; Councilor Hargens seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Valerio, Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain/Opposed: None; motion was approved by a 5-0 vote. H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: None. I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS: 7. Public Hearing: Approve proposed Disposal Service CPI Rate Increase of 3.19% to become effective April 1, 2024. City Manager Mesker presented this item stating that the rate increase proposed is 3.19% and includes a decrease of 0.51% for fuel. The proposed increase will raise the monthly charge for a THE CITY OF CORNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER 96-gallon container by $0.91, the 32-gallon Senior Citizen roller cart would increase by $0.45 per month. Residents wishing to reduce from the 96-gallon cart to the 64-gallom cart could save $2.33 per month. City Manager Mesker stated that staff received two responses from residents protesting the rate increase. Mayor Snow then opened the Public Hearing at 6:46pm; with no comments the Public Hearing was closed at 6:46pm. Diana Ramirez from Waste Management announced that residents can opt to receive up to two (2) additional recycling containers at no additional cost. She also stated that although no one likes rate increases, the costs of doing business continues to rise…the County Landfill just increased the tipping fees, fuel prices fluctuate, etc. She stated that in comparison to many of the surrounding communities, Corning’s rates for services provided remain the lowest, they are lower than rates charged in the City of Red Bluff. Councilor Demo moved, having conducted the Public Hearing, and received all protests, to approve the proposed disposal service rate increase of 3.19% as shown on the rate schedule Exhibit C to become effective April 1, 2024. Councilor Valerio seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain: None. Opposed: Valerio; motion was approved by a 4-1 vote with Valerio opposing. J. REGULAR AGENDA: 8. Approve Change Order #2 in the amount of $31,258.70 for Builder Solutions Inc. to remove/repave asphalt at intersection of Hoag and Marin Streets for ADA compliance for the West Street School Connectivity Project. Public Works Director Eli Stanley presented this item explaining that the requested Change Order will allow the removal and replacement of 2,300 sq. ft. of existing asphalt to obtain the proper ADA slope for the crosswalks at the intersection of Hoag and Marin Streets. This change will bring the crosswalk slopes into compliance with ADA and City Standards. The costs associated with this proposed Change Order are available within the allotted grant funds for this project. Councilor Lomeli asked how this was missed, especially since it is related to ADA compliance. Mayor Snow and Councilor Demo concurred with Councilor Lomeli. Public Works Director Elijah Stanley responded stating that the grant only allowed the City to remove one foot off of the gutter pan, however the street slope exceeded current ADA Standards requiring this modification. Councilor Hargens moved to approve Change Order #2 in the amount of $31,258.70 for Builder Solutions, Inc. to pave extra areas for the West Street School Connectivity Project. Councilor Valerio seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Valerio, Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain/Opposed: None; motion was approved by a 5-0 vote. 9. Approve Change Order #3 in the amount of $6,264.88 for Builder Solutions Inc. to add a curb at the southeast corner of West and Marin Streets for the West Street School Connectivity Project. Public Works Director Eli Stanley presented this item stating that the Change Order is to cover the cost of installation of a curb at the southeast corner of the intersection of West and Marin Streets to reduce the current tripping hazard. The costs associated with this proposed Change Order are available within the allotted grant funds for this project. City Manager Mesker explained why the two Change Orders are being presented separately instead of combined. Councilor Demo moved to approve Change Order #3 in the amount of f$6,264.80 for Builder Solutions, Inc. to add a curb at the southeast corner of West and Marin Streets for the West Street School Connectivity Project. Councilor Valerio seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Valerio, Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain/Opposed: None; motion was approved by a 5-0 vote. 10. Approve Contract with Lamb Unlimited for the pulverizing, grading, and compacting of the Clark Park Parking Lot in the amount in the amount of $41,980. Presented by Public Works Director Eli Stanley who stated that the Clark Park Parking Lot pavement is in bad condition and needs repair. He stated staff proposes to repair the parking lot in phases with the first phase consisting of pulverizing, grading, and compacting the lot to provide THE CITY OF CORNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER a quick and effective solution for the upcoming sporting events to be held there. In response to a Request for Bids, staff received two responses with Lamb Unlimited providing the lowest bid at $41,980 for Phase 1 of the Clark Park Parking Lot Reclamation Project; if approved work will commence April 1st. He also stated that within the 2023/2024 Budget, the Council approved $250,000 for the total resurfacing of this parking lot. The resurfacing of the parking lot will take place within the next phase of the Clark Park Parking Lot Reclamation Project. Councilor Demo moved to approve the Agreement with Lamb Unlimited as the lowest responsible bidder for Phase 1 of the Clark Park Parking Lot Reclamation Project at a cost not to exceed $51,980 and authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement. Councilor Hargens seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Valerio, Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain/Opposed: None; motion was approved by a 5-0 vote. 11. Approve contract with Beard’s Custom Cabinets, Inc. for the construction and installation of new cabinets/workstations at the Police Department in the amount of $15,134.64. Presented by Police Chief Craig Bassett who stated the City’s Police Department was awarded $52,110.01 in unencumbered Cal Cops Grant funding to be utilized to remodel a previous filing/storage room into a new patrol office at the Police Department. Presented tonight for approval is the bid received in the amount of $15,134.64 from Beard’s Custom Cabinets for construction and installation of new cabinets/workstations. Beards was the second lowest bidder, coming in $1,470.90 higher than the lowest bidder, Andrew’s Custom Cabinetry, however Andrew’s Custom Cabinetry cannot start construction of the new cabinets/workstations until May and would not meet the required timeline for expenditure of the funds which must be expended in the 23/24 fiscal year. The proposed Resolution requests that the Tehama County Board of Supervisors authorize the County Elections Department to provide election associated services to the City in connection with the Statewide General Election. Councilor Hargens moved to approve the contract with Beard’s Custom Cabinets, Inc. for construction and installation of new cabinets/workstations in the amount of $15,134.64 and authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement/Contract. Councilor Valerio seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Valerio, Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain/Opposed: None; motion was approved by a 5-0 vote. 12. Adopt Resolution 03-26-2024-01 calling for the Municipal Election and requesting it be consolidated with the County’s November 5, 2024 Statewide General Election. Presented by City Manager Brant Mesker who stated in 1995 the Corning City Council adopted Ordinance No. 428 consolidating our elections with the statewide General Election held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November on even number years. The City holds their election for new officers ever two years; this November, the following City elected seats will be up for election: Mayor, two City Council seats, the City Treasurer, and City Clerk. Councilor Demo moved to adopt Resolution 03-26-2024-01 calling for the Municipal Election and requesting that it be consolidated with the County’s Statewide General Election to be held on November 5, 2024; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion. Ayes: Snow, Demo. Valerio, Hargens, and Lomeli. Absent/Abstain/Opposed: None; motion was approved by a 5-0 vote. K. ITEMS PLACED ON THE AGENDA FROM THE FLOOR: None L. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND INFORMATION: None. M. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS: City Councilmembers will report on attendance at conferences/meetings reimbursed at City expense (Requirement of Assembly Bill 1234). Demo: Stated he had no meetings to report on. He invited everyone to attend the Tuesday Night Market and encouraged people to attend the Recreation Ad Hoc Committee meetings. Valerio: Reported on upcoming Chamber of Commerce Events. Thanked Wendy Van Dam and the Parent-Tacher Club for sponsoring/hosting the Fund Filled Family Event at Woodson School last Wednesday, March 22, 2024. THE CITY OF CORNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER  Hargens: Stated he had no reports. Lomeli: Snow: Stated he had no reports. N. ADJOURNMENT: 7:10pm ____________________________ Lisa M. Linnet, City Clerk THE CITY OF CORNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER