City Council
Regular MeetingFresno, CA · June 8, 2023
Minutes
City of Fresno 2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, CA 93721
www.fresno.gov
Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
President - Tyler Maxwell
Vice President - Annalisa Perea
Councilmembers:
Mike Karbassi, Miguel Angel Arias, Luis Chavez,
Garry Bredefeld, Nelson Esparza
City Manager - Georgeanne A. White
City Attorney - Andrew Janz
City Clerk - Todd Stermer, CMC
Thursday, June 8, 2023 9:00 AM Council Chambers (In
Person and/or Electronic)
Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the
date and time above written.
9:15 A.M. ROLL CALL
Councilmember Arias was absent during roll call and joined the meeting at
9:16 A.M.
Present: 7 - Councilmember Nelson Esparza
Council President Tyler Maxwell
Vice President Annalisa Perea
Councilmember Mike Karbassi
Councilmember Miguel Angel Arias
Councilmember Luis Chavez
Councilmember Garry Bredefeld
Invocation by Pastor Jim Franklin of Cornerstone Church
Pastor Jim Franklin gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Councilmember Bredefeld led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE AGENDA
City Clerk Stermer announced the following changes to the agenda:
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Consent Calendar item 1-L (ID 23-891) regarding the North Fresno
Wastewater Reclamation Facility – removed from the agenda by staff and
tabled to June 15, 2023.
Consent Calendar item 1-N (ID 23-902) regarding an agreement for
professional engineering services with Quad Knopf Inc., of Fresno -
removed from the agenda by Council President Maxwell and tabled to June
15, 2023.
Consent Calendar item 1-W (ID 23-932) regarding authority to terminate the
agreement with BW Industries, Inc. – Councilmember Arias was added as a
co-sponsor.
General Administration Item 3-A (ID 23-912) regarding agreement with
Bakman Water Company – removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to
June 15, 2023.
City Council item 4-A (ID 23-923) regarding the naming of the Police
Regional Training Center the “Jerry P. Dyer Regional Police Training
Center” – is subject to Mayoral veto.
Councilmember Arias requested item 4-A (ID 23-923) regarding a resolution
to name the Fresno Police Department Regional Training Center the "Jerry
P. Dyer Regional Police Training Center" be tabled to a future meeting.
Council President Maxwell motioned to keep the item 4-A (ID 23-923) on
the agenda for discussion. Councilmember Karbassi seconded the motion.
The motion FAILED 3-4, Councilmember Arias, Councilmember Chavez,
Councilmember Esparza, Vice President Perea voted no.
Vice President Perea recused herself from Consent Calendar items 1-N (ID
23-902) regarding an agreement for professional engineering services with
Quad Knopf Inc., of Fresno and Consent Calendar item 1-O (ID 23-903)
regarding agreement for professional engineering services with Quad
Knopf, Inc., for design and construction support services.
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Vice President Perea registered a "no" vote on Consent Calendar item 1-U
(ID 23-919) regarding adding Article 21 and Article 22 to chapter 10 of the
Fresno Municipal Code, prohibiting impeding on sidewalks within 500 feet.
ITEMS MOVED TO CONTESTED CONSENT FOR FURTHER
DISCUSSION:
1-G (ID 23-851) regarding actions pertaining to a water connection to serve
Three Palms Mobile Home Park - - moved to contested consent by
Councilmember Arias.
1-O (ID 23-903) regarding agreement for professional engineering services
with Quad Knopf, Inc., for design and construction support services - moved
to contested consent by Councilmember Bredefeld.
1-T (ID 23-875) regarding reject all bids of two-year service contract, for the
purchase of mystery rider program - moved to contested consent by
Councilmember Bredefeld.
On motion of Councilmember Chavez, seconded by Councilmember
Arias, the above agenda was ADOPTED AS AMENDED. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Maxwell, Perea, Karbassi, Arias and Chavez
No: 1 - Bredefeld
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
ID 23-740 Proclamation for “Pride Month”
PRESENTED
ID 23-935 Proclamation for “Hugo Morales Day”
PRESENTED
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Arias Reports and Comments: Acknowledged and
recognized Isai Perez, a resident of Southeast Fresno, who graduated as the
valedictorian of Sunnyside High School. Perez faced the tragedy of his
father being shot and killed while selling food as a mobile food vendor.
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Attended the first Latinx graduation and expressed gratitude to Fresno
Unified and the students of Edison High School for spearheading the event.
Announced and invited the general public to celebrate the Cesar Chavez
Boulevard street signs on June 10, 2023, at Fairgrounds, starting at 10:00
A.M. The event will include the Chavez family, United Farm Workers, farm
workers, and mobile food vendors. Acknowledged the staff for their efforts in
opening the Fresno Chaffee Zoom Kingdoms of Asia exhibit and
commended the zoo's expansion of new exhibits without encroaching on the
green space of Roeding Park.
Councilmember Chavez Reports and Comments: Acknowledged the
sentiments of Councilmember Arias about Isai Perez. Congratulated seniors
who graduated from Roosevelt High School and the first class of Sanger
West High School. Met with Father Jose from Saint Anthony Claret Church
and acknowledged his contributions and collaboration on a cleanup project
in preparation for the Caliwa Trail, which will connect to the 49 Acres
Regional Park.
Councilmember Esparza Reports and Comments: Participation in several
flag raisings, including Fresno City College, Tower District, and the fantastic
parade, and announced the upcoming Pride Flag raising event at City Hall
on Friday, June 9, 2023. Attended the graduation of the Residential Leader
Summit convened by the Fresno County Economic Development
Corporation. Announced the upcoming celebration of the Cesar Chavez
Boulevard at the Fresno Fairgrounds at 10:00 A.M. Staff attended the
retirement reception of the VA Hospital's chaplain, Terry Romerian.
Acknowledged and welcomed the new executive director of California Rural
Legal Assistance (CRLA), Jessica Jewell, to Fresno.
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
City Manager White Reports and Comments: Acknowledged the absence of
the Mayor, who is attending the funeral of Police Officer, Ana Chavarin who
passed away after battling cancer. Requested the meeting adjourn in honor
of Scotty Martin, the 18-year-old son of two valued city employees who
passed away. Announced a tray memo was delivered to the Council
regarding the Animal Center transition plan.
CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS AND COMMENTS
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There were no reports or comments by the City Clerk or City Attorney.
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council: Artemis
Gidram; Jen Cruz; Stanley Johnson; Fernando Elizando; Alan M'Cuen (1-N);
Annie M'Cuen (1-N); Shawn Hannan; Jessica Flores (1-U); Patsy Mejia
(1-U); Steve Diddy; April Taylor; Simon Biaseti; Bianca Lopez, Jacquelyn
Pearson (1-U); Kat Fobear; Nasreen Johnson; Alejandro Sanchez; Linda
Tubach (1-U); Robert McCloskey (1-U); Rev. Tim Kutznark (1-U); Gloria
Hernandez (1-U); Socorro Santillan (1-U) Karina Gallardo; Brandi
Nuse-Villegas (1-U); Josefa (1-U); Mary Mason (1-U); Dez Martinez (1-U);
Wes White; Smiley G (1-U); David Willis; Cindy Pimbino (1-U); Robert
Aguirre (1-U); Robin McGenee; D'Aungillique Jackson (1-U); Lourin
Hubbard (1-U); Debbie Darden; Marisa Moraza (1-U); Ky Walker; Ashley
Rojas (1-U); Pedro Navarro Cruz; Ruben Espinoza; Karla Martinez;
Alexandra Alvarado (1-U), and Eric Gray.
ID 23-969 Unscheduled Communication - Public Comment Emails
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember
Karbassi, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the
following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Chavez and Bredefeld
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
1.-A. ID 23-917 Approve the minutes of May 25, 2023, Regular Meeting and the May 25,
2023, Special Meeting.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-B. ID 23-842 Award a consultant services agreement to Chabin Concepts, Inc. to
provide a U.S. Economic Development Administration compliant
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for an amount not to
exceed $100,000, (Bid File 12301676)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-C. ID 23-860 Approve a Consultant Services Contract with Gaetke Medical Corporation
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and 1582, LLC for Annual Fitness/Wellness Evaluations (Annual Physicals)
for the Fresno Fire Department sworn personnel in the amount not to
exceed $261,000
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-D. ID 23-817 Approve the award of a purchase contract to Bauer Compressors,
Inc., California, for the purchase of MSA-G1 Self Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) in the amount of $4,410,060.71 for the Fire
Department (Bid File 12302062).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-E. ID 23-916 Actions pertaining to the replacement of customer relationship
management software (Bid File 12300269) (Citywide):
1. Award a contract to Incapsulate, LLC for the Customer Relationship
Management Replacement solution and implementation services in
the amount of $395,723.80 for one year with the option of four,
five-year extensions.
2. Approve the purchase of Salesforce cloud subscription licenses
from Carahsoft Technology Corporation, at government approved
pricing, in the amount of $610,343.91.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-F. ID 23-451
Actions pertaining to Golden Bell Products, Inc., (“Golden Bell”) as the
Service Provider to purchase Insecta Access Structure Coating (Citywide):
1. RESOLUTION - Adopt a resolution authorizing an exception to the
formal bidding procedures and award a Sole Source Purchasing
Agreement with Golden Bell
2. Approve a multi-year sole source purchasing agreement with Golden
Bell for the annual purchase and Citywide application of Insecta
cockroach pesticide in identified City sanitary sewer access
structures, in a total amount not to exceed $99,000 per year
3. Authorize the Director of Public Utilities, or designee, to execute a
multi-year sole source purchasing agreement with Golden Bell for the
annual purchase and Citywide application of Insecta cockroach
pesticide in identified City sanitary sewer access structures, in a total
amount not to exceed $99,000 per year for the next four years, with
provisions for three one-year extensions.
RESOLUTION 2023-173 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-H. ID 23-882 Actions pertaining to Access Structures Rehabilitation in Fruit Avenue from
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North Avenue to Jensen Avenue (Bid File 12301561) (Unincorporated
Fresno):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section
15301(d)/Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act
Guidelines.
2. Award a construction contract to Floyd Johnston Construction, Inc ., of
Clovis, California, in the amount of $553,700.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-I. ID 23-883 Approve the second amendment to the consultant services agreement with
Carollo Engineers, Inc., for the preparation of a Nitrate Initial Assessment
to extend the term of the agreement (Council Districts 3 and 6).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-J. ID 23-890 Award a Requirements Contract in the amount of $0 to Backflow Solutions
Incorporated, of Chicago Illinois for backflow data management services
and authorize the Director of Public Utilities or his designee, to execute a
contract for a term of three years with the possibility of two one -year
extensions - (Bid File 9664) (Citywide)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-K. ID 23-918 ***BILL B-15 - (Intro’d 5/25/2023)(For Adoption) - Repealing Section 6-516
of the Fresno Municipal Code and amending Section 6-501(ee) relating to
transmission grid mains and associated reimbursements (Subject to
Mayor’s Veto)
ORDINANCE 2023-019 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-L. ID 23-891 Actions pertaining to the North Fresno Wastewater Reclamation Facility
(Council District 6):
1. Adopt a finding of Statutory Exemption pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15262 and a “common sense” exemption under
CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
2. Award a consultant services agreement to Carollo Engineers, Inc., a
Delaware corporation, in the amount not to exceed $148,638, inclusive
of a $15,000 contingency, to conduct a feasibility study for the expansion
of the North Fresno Wastewater Reclamation Facility (Council District
6).
The above item was removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to June
15, 2023.
TABLED
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1.-M. ID 23-876 Actions pertaining to on-call professional engineering services for the
Public Works Traffic Operations and Planning Division for bicycle facilities
planning (Citywide)
1. Approve an On-Call Consultant Services Agreement with TJKM
Transportation Consultants, in the amount of $100,000
2. Approve an On-Call Consultant Services Agreement with Peters
Engineering Group, in the amount of $100,000
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-N. ID 23-902 Approve an agreement for professional engineering services with Quad
Knopf Inc., of Fresno, California for $108,750, with a $10,000 contingency,
for design and construction support services for the Vinland Park Pickleball
Court Project (Council District 4)
The above item was removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to June
15, 2023.
TABLED
1.-P. ID 23-904 RESOLUTION - Of Intention to Annex Final Tract Map Number 6283 as
Annexation Number 145 to the City of Fresno Community Facilities District
Number 11 and to Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes; and setting the
Public Hearing for Thursday, July 20, 2023, at 10:00 am (located on the
southeast corner of North Fowler Avenue and East Dakota Avenue)
(Council District 4)
RESOLUTION 2023-175 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-Q. ID 23-897 Authorize a three (3) year, with two (2) one (1) year options agreement
between the City of Fresno and the Fresno Economic Opportunities
Commission to fulfill the Consolidated Transportation Service Agency
requirement for social service transportation in Urban Fresno County for a
projected FY2024 Operations Program & Budget amount of $1,485,704.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-R. ID 23-844 RESOLUTION - Authorizing submission of funding requests to the Low
Carbon Transit Operations Program for bus service operating support and
hydrogen fuel cell bus purchase, execution of grant award documents if
awarded, and execution of related certifications and assurances and
authorized agent forms.
RESOLUTION 2023-176 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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1.-S. ID 23-838 Reject all proposals for Product Requirements Contract 12301979 for the
procurement of fare media to be used by the Department of
Transportation/Fresno Area Express (FAX).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-U. ID 23-919 ***Bill B-16 - (Intro’d 5/25/2023)(For Adoption) Adding Article 21 and
Article 22 to Chapter 10 of the Fresno Municipal Code, Prohibiting
Impeding on Sidewalks Within 500 Feet from Sensitive Areas Including
Schools, Childcare Facilities, Public Parks, Public Libraries, Warming and
Cooling Centers, and City-Permitted Shelters for the Unhoused (Subject to
Mayor’s Veto)
Vice President Perea registered a "no" vote. As such, the item PASSED 5-1
by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Karbassi, Arias, Chavez, Bredefeld, Esparza
No: 1 - Perea
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
ORDINANCE 2023-020 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-V. ID 23-920 Approve the appointment of Elizabeth McBee to the District 2 Project
Review Committee to serve a term which is at the pleasure of the
Councilmember
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-W. ID 23-932 ***RESOLUTION - Granting Authority to the City Manager or
Designee to Terminate the Agreement with BW Industries,
Inc., Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to
Aid in the Covid-19 Recovery Effort (Subject to Mayor’s
Veto)
RESOLUTION 2023-177 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-X. ID 23-934 Approve the appointment of Olivia Adams to the City of Fresno Women’s
Commission for a term ending June 8, 2025.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
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1.-G. ID 23-851 Actions pertaining to a water connection to serve Three Palms Mobile
Home Park (Council District 3)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section
15301/Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines;
2. ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of the Department of Public
Utilities or designee to accept funds and execute the financial
assistance agreement and any amendments thereto with the California
State Water Resources Control Board on behalf of the City of Fresno
for a water connection to serve Three Palms Mobile Home Park.
(Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Councilmember Arias moved this item to Contested Consent to get further
clarification of what the item would result in and the timeline. Upon call,
there was no Council discussion.
RESOLUTION 2023-174 ADOPTED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember
Esparza, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Chavez and Bredefeld
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
1.-O. ID 23-903 Approve an agreement for professional engineering services with Quad
Knopf Inc., of Fresno, California for $105,550, with a $10,000 contingency,
for design and construction support services for the Rotary East Park
Pickleball Court Project (Council District 6)
Councilmember Bredefeld moved this item to Contested Consent to get
more information on the status of Woodward Park.
Council discussion on this item included: The status of Woodward Park as it
pertains to pickleball; the length of time to get construction done with
Woodward Park, and the construction cost for Rotary and Finland Park.
APPROVED
On motion of Councilmember Bredefeld, seconded by
Councilmember Esparza, that the above Action Item be APPROVED.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Esparza, Karbassi, Arias, Chavez and Bredefeld
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Absent: 1 - Maxwell
Recused: 1 - Perea
1.-T. ID 23-875 Reject all bids of a two-year service contract, with options for three
one-year extensions for the purchase of mystery rider program (RFP File
12300134)
Councilmember Bredefeld moved this item to Contested Consent to get
more information mystery rider program. Upon call, there was no further
Council discussion.
APPROVED
On motion of Councilmember Bredefeld, seconded by
Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be APPROVED.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 - Esparza, Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Chavez and Bredefeld
Absent: 1 - Maxwell
2. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
9:00 A.M. RESUMED BUDGET HEARINGS
City Council resumed the budget hearings in open session at 1:55 P.M.
REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION WAS MADE DURING THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Karbassi requested a memo outlining the expected costs
adapting current Department of Public Utilities fleet to meet new CARB
Advance Clean Fleet Standards., what technologies are permissible (e.g.
electric, hydrogen, etc), include a phased in plan, estimated costs of
infrastructure (charging stations), parking space, and the potential impacts
on rates.
Councilmember Chavez requested more information regarding Senate Bill
1383 and asked how many central valley cities are complying in California
and what are the percentage requirements.
Councilmember Arias requested more information regarding the sensitive
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use (Card room) text amendment for a council motion $100,000 budgeted in
Fiscal Year 2023 carried over into Fiscal Year 2024.
Councilmember Arias requested more information regarding the smoke
shop text amendment for a council motion $100,000 budgeted in 2023
carried into Fiscal Year 2024.
Councilmember Arias asked why the Mayor support division was not
Supervisor and support division.
THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS WERE MADE DURING THE DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC UTILITIES DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Arias motioned to reappropriate $200,000 from Fiscal Year
23’s Smoke Shop and Card Room text amendments and CEQA to cover the
funding gap for the Tower District Specific Plan. Councilmember Karbassi
seconded the motion.
Councilmember Arias motioned to allocate $500,000 for the Hinton Center
renovations. Councilmember Karbassi seconded the motion.
Councilmember Arias motioned to fund capital improvements remaining in
the Northpointe Settlement Agreement. Councilmember Chavez seconded
the motion.
Councilmember Arias motioned to fund and execute legislative charter
officers’ welcome message and council district profile at Airport within 30
days. Councilmember Karbassi seconded the motion.
Councilmember Arias motioned to award $200,000 from Measure P funds to
Storyland Board for the installation of 2 cultural arts exhibits. Vice President
Perea seconded the motion.
Councilmember Arias motioned to allocate $3 million for a Mobile Home
Park Renovation Fund from 2023 ARPA Housing Funds. Councilmember
Esparza seconded the motion.
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Councilmember Arias motioned to repurpose $2.5 million from ARPA
Mobile Food Vendor Commercial Kitchen for Cultiva La Salud to purchase
and renovate a facility, and operate a commercial kitchen for mobile food
vendors in Downtown Fresno. Councilmember Esparza seconded the
motion.
Councilmember Bredefeld motioned to fund Rotary East Parks Pickleball
construction costs in the amount of $695,000 and to fund Vinland Parks
Pickleball construction costs in the amount of $850,000. Vice President
Perea seconded the motion.
Councilmember Bredefeld motioned to allocated $1 million to fund
upgrades (including HVAC system, patio and kitchen remodel) for the Garo
and Alice Gureghian Armenian Cultural Center located on Ventura. Vice
President Perea seconded the motion.
Councilmember Bredefeld motioned to fund $100,000 to assist with
updating and improving the ADA parking at Woodward Park. Vice President
Perea seconded the motion.
Councilmember Karbassi motioned to allocate $240,000 to fund the design
of lighting (20 poles) at Oso de Oro park. Funding will be from non General
Fund sources at the greatest extent possible. Vice President Perea
seconded the motion.
Councilmember Karbassi motioned to allocate $1.075 million for the design
and construction of soccer field lighting at Koligian Park. Funding will be
from non General Fund sources at the greatest extent possible. Vice
President Perea seconded the motion.
Councilmember Karbassi motioned to allocate $315,000 for the design and
construction of volleyball court lighting at Koligian Park. Funding will be
from non General Fund sources at the greatest extent possible. Vice
President Perea seconded the motion.
Councilmember Karbassi motioned to allocate $500,000 toward the
reconstruction of the Milburn Overlook. Funding will be from non General
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Fund sources at the greatest extent possible. Vice President Perea
seconded the motion.
A. ID 23-798 Office of the City Clerk / Copy Center
The Office of the City Clerk budget overview was presented to Council by
City Clerk Stermer. There was no discussion held, no direction and no
directions or motions were made.
B. ID 23-799 City Attorney’s Office
The City Attorney's Office budget overview was presented to Council by City
Attorney Janz.
Discussion was held between Council and the City Attorney's Office.
THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS WERE MADE DURING THE CITY
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Esparza motioned to allocate $40,000 to the City Attorney's
budget for demolition and abatement site property preservation and
restoration. Councilmember Arias seconded the motion.
Councilmember Esparza motioned to fund a Senior Lawn Care Assistance
Program for low-income seniors who are unable to maintain their yards and
incur costs related to Code citations for $250,000. Councilmember Chavez
seconded the motion.
Vice President Perea motioned to allocate $656,000 to City Attorney’s
Office to create a six-person evening hours Code Team. Councilmember
Karbassi seconded the motion.
C. ID 23-800 General City Purpose
The General City Purpose budget overview was presented to Council by
Director Fierro.
Discussion was held between Council and the administration.
THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS WERE MADE DURING THE GENERAL CITY
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PURPOSE DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Bredefeld motioned to fund $50,000 for the Obria Medical
Clinic. Councilmember Karbassi seconded the motion.
Vice President Perea motioned to allocate a $100,000 to EOC LGBTQ
Center. Councilmember Esparza seconded the motion.
Vice President Perea motioned to allocate a $100,000 for grant program for
local LGBTQ+ non-profits. Councilmember Esparza seconded the motion.
Vice President Perea motioned to allocate $25,000 to form an LGBTQ
commission. Councilmember Chavez seconded the motion.
D. ID 23-801 Office of Mayor & City Manager
The Office of the Mayor & City Manager budget overview was presented to
Council by Mayor Dyer and City Manager White.
Discussion was held between Council and the administration.
REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION WAS MADE DURING THE OFFICE
OF THE MAYOR & CITY MANAGER BUDGET OVERVIEW:
Councilmember Chavez requested a copy of EPA letter.
THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS WERE MADE DURING BUDGET
HEARINGS:
Councilmember Arias motioned to reallocate funding and positions of the
Office of Community Affairs under the City Council support services
division. Councilmember Esparza seconded the motion.
Vice President Perea motioned to add a full time LGBTQ+ Liaison position
housed with the Community Affairs Team. Councilmember Esparza
seconded the motion.
E. ID 23-803 City Council Offices
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There was no staff presentation and no Council discussion.
THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS WERE MADE DURING THE CITY COUNCIL
OFFICES DISCUSSION:
Councilmember Esparza motioned to add 1 FTE (council assistant) to the
PAR for each council district office, 7 in total. Councilmember Karbassi
seconded the motion.
Councilmember Esparza motioned to add $350,000 to Council Support
budget to continue legislative intern program (service aides).
Councilmember Chavez seconded the motion.
Councilmember Esparza motioned to add 1 FTE (Chief of staff) to the PAR
in council support division. Councilmember Chavez seconded the motion.
Councilmember Chavez motioned to add $100,000 for each council office
operating budget. Councilmember Esparza seconded the motion.
JOINT MEETING OF THE FRESNO REVITALIZATION CORPORATION AND CITY OF
FRESNO IN ITS CAPACITY AS HOUSING SUCCESSOR TO THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
F. ID 23-895 Receive Annual Report and Approve FY 23/24 Program Income Budget for
the City of Fresno in its capacity as Housing Successor to the
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Fresno
The above item was presented to Council by Redevelopment Administrator
Murphey. There was no Council discussion and no directions or motions
were made.
City Council recessed the June 8, 2023, Budget Hearing and is scheduled to
resume Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 9:00 A.M.
10:00 A.M. #1
ID 23-854 Appearance by Mary Padilla to discuss who we are representing. (District
2 Resident)
UPON CALL, MARY PADILLA DID NOT APPEAR.
10:00 A.M. #2 (CONTINUED TO JUNE 15, 2023, AT 10:05 A.M.)
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ID 23-914 Adoption of the Central Southeast Specific Plan (CSESP)
The above item was removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to June
15, 2023.
TABLED
10:05 A.M. (CONTINUED TO JUNE 15, 2023, AT 10:10 A.M.)
ID 23-913 HEARING to Consider Plan Amendment and Rezone Application No.
P22-00507, Development Permit Application No. P22-00505, and related
Environmental Assessment No. P22-00507/P22-00505 pertaining to ±1.23
acres of property located on the west side of North Sugar Pine Avenue
between West Fir Avenue and West Beechwood Avenues. (Council
District 2) - Planning & Development Department.
1. ADOPT the Mitigated Negative Declaration as prepared for
Environmental Assessment No. P22-00505/P22-00507, dated
December 9, 2022, for the proposed project pursuant to the State of
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and,
2. RESOLUTION - Approving Plan Amendment Application No. P22-
00507, requesting authorization to amend the Fresno General Plan
to change the planned land use designation for the subject property
from Residential - Medium Density (±1.23 acres) to Commercial -
General (±1.23 acres); and,
3. BILL - (For introduction and adoption) - Approving Rezone
Application No. P22-00507, requesting authorization to amend the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Fresno to rezone the subject
property from the RS-5 (Residential Single Family, Medium
Density) (±1.23 acres) zone district to the CG (Commercial -
General) (±1.23 acres) zone district in accordance with the Plan
Amendment Application; and
4. APPROVE - Development Permit Application No. P22-00505,
requesting authorization to construct an 11,664-square-foot medical
clinic and associated parking, circulation, and infrastructure
improvements on the approximately 1.23-acre site, subject to
compliance with Conditions of Approval dated March 1, 2023.
The above item was removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to June
15, 2023.
TABLED
3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
3.-A. ID 23-912
Approve a grant agreement with Bakman Water Company allocating up to
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$2,700,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for the
construction of water infrastructure necessary to meet safety standards and
fire suppression requirements for the development of affordable housing at
the Fancher Creek Town Center development.
The above item was removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to June
15, 2023.
TABLED
4. CITY COUNCIL
4.-A. ID 23-923 Resolution - Naming the Fresno Police Department Regional Training
Center the “Jerry P. Dyer Regional Police Training Center”
The above item was removed from the agenda by staff and tabled to June
15, 2023.
TABLED
5. CLOSED SESSION
During open session, City Attorney Janz announced the items that would be
discussed in closed session.
Council withdrew to closed session at 1:35 p.m.
5.-A. ID 23-906
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Lester Renard Parham, Sr. v. City of Fresno, et al; Fresno Superior Court
Case
No.: 22CECG00243
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open
session announcements regarding this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-B. ID 23-907
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Henry Torres v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case
No.: 22CECG00596
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open
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session announcements regarding this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-C. ID 23-908
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Case Name(s): City of Fresno v. Shell Oil Company, et al.;
San Francisco Superior Court Case No. CGC-22-600974
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open
session announcements regarding this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-D. ID 23-922 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code
Section 54957.6
City Negotiators: TJ Miller
Employee Organizations:
1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers, Local
39 (Local 39); 2. Fresno City Employees Association (FCEA); 3.
Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Basic), Unit 4; 4.
International Association of Firefighters, Local 753, Unit 5 (Fire Basic);
5. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1027 (ATU); 6. International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 100 (IBEW); 7. Fresno Police
Officers Association (FPOA Management); 8. International Association
of Firefighters, Local 753, Unit 10 (Fire Management); 9. City of Fresno
Professional Employees Association (CFPEA); 10. City of Fresno
Management Employees Association (CFMEA); 11. Operating
Engineers, Local Union No. 3, Fresno Airport Public Safety Supervisors
(FAPSS); 12. Operating Engineers, Local Union No. 3, Fresno Airport
Public Safety Officers (FAPSO)
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open
session announcements regarding this item.
DISCUSSED
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned from Open Session at 4:23 P.M. in memory of Scotty Martin.
The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the
June 22, 2023, regular meeting.
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Agenda
City of Fresno
2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, CA 93721
www.fresno.gov
Meeting Agenda - Final
Thursday, June 8, 2023
9:00 AM
Regular Meeting
Council Chambers (In Person and/or Electronic)
City Council
President - Tyler Maxwell
Vice President - Annalisa Perea
Councilmembers:
Mike Karbassi, Miguel Angel Arias, Luis Chavez,
Garry Bredefeld, Nelson Esparza
City Manager - Georgeanne A. White
City Attorney - Andrew Janz
City Clerk - Todd Stermer, CMC
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9:00 A.M. ROLL CALL
Invocation by Pastor Jim Franklin of Cornerstone Church
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
APPROVE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
ID 23-740 Proclamation for “Pride Month”
Sponsors: Vice President Perea
ID 23-935 Proclamation for “Hugo Morales Day”
Sponsors: Councilmember Arias
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS AND COMMENTS
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
PLEASE NOTE: UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION IS NOT SCHEDULED FOR A
SPECIFIC TIME AND MAY BE HEARD ANY TIME DURING THE MEETING
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
1.-A. ID 23-917 Approve the minutes of May 25, 2023, Regular Meeting and
the May 25, 2023, Special Meeting.
1.-B. ID 23-842 Award a consultant services agreement to Chabin Concepts,
Inc. to provide a U.S. Economic Development Administration
compliant Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
for an amount not to exceed $100,000, (Bid File 12301676)
Sponsors: Economic Development Department
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1.-C. ID 23-860 Approve a Consultant Services Contract with Gaetke
Medical Corporation and 1582, LLC for Annual
Fitness/Wellness Evaluations (Annual Physicals) for the
Fresno Fire Department sworn personnel in the amount not
to exceed $261,000
Sponsors: Fire Department
1.-D. ID 23-817 Approve the award of a purchase contract to Bauer
Compressors, Inc., California, for the purchase of MSA-G1
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) in the amount
of $4,410,060.71 for the Fire Department (Bid File
12302062).
Sponsors: Fire Department
1.-E. ID 23-916 Actions pertaining to the replacement of customer
relationship management software (Bid File 12300269)
(Citywide):
1. Award a contract to Incapsulate, LLC for the Customer
Relationship Management Replacement solution and
implementation services in the amount of $395,723.80 for
one year with the option of four, five-year extensions.
2. Approve the purchase of Salesforce cloud subscription
licenses from Carahsoft Technology Corporation, at
government approved pricing, in the amount of $610,343.91.
Sponsors: Information Services Department
1.-F. ID 23-451 Actions pertaining to Golden Bell Products, Inc., (“Golden
Bell”) as the Service Provider to purchase Insecta Access
Structure Coating (Citywide):
1. RESOLUTION - Adopt a resolution authorizing an
exception to the formal bidding procedures and award a Sole
Source Purchasing Agreement with Golden Bell
2. Approve a multi-year sole source purchasing agreement
with Golden Bell for the annual purchase and Citywide
application of Insecta cockroach pesticide in identified City
sanitary sewer access structures, in a total amount not to
exceed $99,000 per year
3. Authorize the Director of Public Utilities, or designee, to
execute a multi-year sole source purchasing agreement with
Golden Bell for the annual purchase and Citywide application
of Insecta cockroach pesticide in identified City sanitary
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sewer access structures, in a total amount not to exceed
$99,000 per year for the next four years, with provisions for
three one-year extensions.
Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-G. ID 23-851 Actions pertaining to a water connection to serve Three
Palms Mobile Home Park (Council District 3)
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to
Section 15301/Class 1 of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines;
2. ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Director of the
Department of Public Utilities or designee to accept funds
and execute the financial assistance agreement and any
amendments thereto with the California State Water
Resources Control Board on behalf of the City of Fresno for
a water connection to serve Three Palms Mobile Home Park.
(Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-H. ID 23-882 Actions pertaining to Access Structures Rehabilitation in
Fruit Avenue from North Avenue to Jensen Avenue (Bid File
12301561) (Unincorporated Fresno):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to
Section 15301(d)/Class 1 of the California Environmental
Quality Act Guidelines.
2. Award a construction contract to Floyd Johnston
Construction, Inc., of Clovis, California, in the amount of
$553,700.
Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-I. ID 23-883 Approve the second amendment to the consultant services
agreement with Carollo Engineers, Inc., for the preparation
of a Nitrate Initial Assessment to extend the term of the
agreement (Council Districts 3 and 6).
Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-J. ID 23-890 Award a Requirements Contract in the amount of $0 to
Backflow Solutions Incorporated, of Chicago Illinois for
backflow data management services and authorize the
Director of Public Utilities or his designee, to execute a
contract for a term of three years with the possibility of two
one-year extensions - (Bid File 9664) (Citywide)
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Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-K. ID 23-918 ***BILL B-15 - (Intro’d 5/25/2023)(For Adoption) - Repealing
Section 6-516 of the Fresno Municipal Code and amending
Section 6-501(ee) relating to transmission grid mains and
associated reimbursements (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-L. ID 23-891 Actions pertaining to the North Fresno Wastewater
Reclamation Facility (Council District 6):
1. Adopt a finding of Statutory Exemption pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15262 and a “common sense” exemption
under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
2. Award a consultant services agreement to Carollo
Engineers, Inc., a Delaware corporation, in the amount not to
exceed $148,638, inclusive of a $15,000 contingency, to
conduct a feasibility study for the expansion of the North
Fresno Wastewater Reclamation Facility (Council District 6).
Sponsors: Department of Public Utilities
1.-M. ID 23-876 Actions pertaining to on-call professional engineering
services for the Public Works Traffic Operations and
Planning Division for bicycle facilities planning (Citywide)
1. Approve an On-Call Consultant Services Agreement with
TJKM Transportation Consultants, in the amount of
$100,000
2. Approve an On-Call Consultant Services Agreement with
Peters Engineering Group, in the amount of $100,000
Sponsors: Public Works Department
1.-N. ID 23-902 Approve an agreement for professional engineering services
with Quad Knopf Inc., of Fresno, California for $108,750, with
a $10,000 contingency, for design and construction support
services for the Vinland Park Pickleball Court Project
(Council District 4)
Sponsors: Public Works Department, Parks, After School and
Recreation and Community Services Department
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1.-O. ID 23-903 Approve an agreement for professional engineering services
with Quad Knopf Inc., of Fresno, California for $105,550, with
a $10,000 contingency, for design and construction support
services for the Rotary East Park Pickleball Court Project
(Council District 6)
Sponsors: Public Works Department, Parks, After School and
Recreation and Community Services Department
1.-P. ID 23-904 RESOLUTION - Of Intention to Annex Final Tract Map
Number 6283 as Annexation Number 145 to the City of
Fresno Community Facilities District Number 11 and to
Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes; and setting the Public
Hearing for Thursday, July 20, 2023, at 10:00 am (located on
the southeast corner of North Fowler Avenue and East
Dakota Avenue) (Council District 4)
Sponsors: Public Works Department
1.-Q. ID 23-897 Authorize a three (3) year, with two (2) one (1) year options
agreement between the City of Fresno and the Fresno
Economic Opportunities Commission to fulfill the
Consolidated Transportation Service Agency requirement for
social service transportation in Urban Fresno County for a
projected FY2024 Operations Program & Budget amount of
$1,485,704.
Sponsors: Department of Transportation
1.-R. ID 23-844 RESOLUTION - Authorizing submission of funding requests
to the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program for bus
service operating support and hydrogen fuel cell bus
purchase, execution of grant award documents if awarded,
and execution of related certifications and assurances and
authorized agent forms.
Sponsors: Department of Transportation
1.-S. ID 23-838 Reject all proposals for Product Requirements Contract
12301979 for the procurement of fare media to be used by
the Department of Transportation/Fresno Area Express
(FAX).
Sponsors: Department of Transportation
1.-T. ID 23-875 Reject all bids of a two-year service contract, with options for
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three one-year extensions for the purchase of mystery rider
program (RFP File 12300134)
Sponsors: Department of Transportation
1.-U. ID 23-919 ***Bill B-16 - (Intro’d 5/25/2023)(For Adoption) Adding Article
21 and Article 22 to Chapter 10 of the Fresno Municipal
Code, Prohibiting Impeding on Sidewalks Within 500 Feet
from Sensitive Areas Including Schools, Childcare Facilities,
Public Parks, Public Libraries, Warming and Cooling
Centers, and City-Permitted Shelters for the Unhoused
(Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Sponsors: Councilmember Bredefeld and Councilmember Arias
1.-V. ID 23-920 Approve the appointment of Elizabeth McBee to the District 2
Project Review Committee to serve a term which is at the
pleasure of the Councilmember
Sponsors: Councilmember Karbassi
1.-W. ID 23-932 ***RESOLUTION - Granting Authority to the City Manager or
Designee to Terminate the Agreement with BW Industries,
Inc., Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to
Aid in the Covid-19 Recovery Effort (Subject to Mayor’s
Veto)
Sponsors: Councilmember Karbassi, Councilmember Esparza and
Office of Mayor & City Manager
1.-X. ID 23-934 Approve the appointment of Olivia Adams to the City of
Fresno Women’s Commission for a term ending June 8,
2025.
Sponsors: Councilmember Esparza
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
2. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
9:00 A.M. RESUMED BUDGET HEARINGS
A. ID 23-798 Office of the City Clerk / Copy Center
B. ID 23-799 City Attorney’s Office
C. ID 23-800 General City Purpose
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D. ID 23-801 Office of Mayor & City Manager
E. ID 23-803 City Council Offices
JOINT MEETING OF THE FRESNO REVITALIZATION CORPORATION AND CITY
OF FRESNO IN ITS CAPACITY AS HOUSING SUCCESSOR TO THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
F. ID 23-895 Receive Annual Report and Approve FY 23/24 Program
Income Budget for the City of Fresno in its capacity as
Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Fresno
10:00 A.M. #1
ID 23-854 Appearance by Mary Padilla to discuss who we are
representing. (District 2 Resident)
Sponsors: Office of Mayor & City Manager
10:00 A.M. #2 (CONTINUED TO JUNE 15, 2023, AT 10:05 A.M.)
ID 23-914 Adoption of the Central Southeast Specific Plan (CSESP)
Sponsors: Planning and Development Department
10:05 A.M. (CONTINUED TO JUNE 15, 2023, AT 10:10 A.M.)
ID 23-913 HEARING to Consider Plan Amendment and Rezone
Application No. P22-00507, Development Permit Application
No. P22-00505, and related Environmental Assessment No.
P22-00507/P22-00505 pertaining to ±1.23 acres of property
located on the west side of North Sugar Pine Avenue
between West Fir Avenue and West Beechwood Avenues.
(Council District 2) - Planning & Development Department.
1. ADOPT the Mitigated Negative Declaration as prepared
for Environmental Assessment No. P22-00505/P22-00507,
dated December 9, 2022, for the proposed project pursuant
to the State of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
and,
2. RESOLUTION - Approving Plan Amendment Application
No. P22-00507, requesting authorization to amend the
Fresno General Plan to change the planned land use
designation for the subject property from Residential -
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Medium Density (±1.23 acres) to Commercial - General (±
1.23 acres); and,
3. BILL - (For introduction and adoption) - Approving
Rezone Application No. P22-00507, requesting authorization
to amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Fresno to
rezone the subject property from the RS-5 (Residential
Single Family, Medium Density) (±1.23 acres) zone district to
the CG (Commercial - General) (±1.23 acres) zone district in
accordance with the Plan Amendment Application; and
4. APPROVE - Development Permit Application No. P22-
00505, requesting authorization to construct an 11,664
-square-foot medical clinic and associated parking,
circulation, and infrastructure improvements on the
approximately 1.23-acre site, subject to compliance with
Conditions of Approval dated March 1, 2023.
Sponsors: Planning and Development Department
3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
3.-A. ID 23-912 Approve a grant agreement with Bakman Water Company
allocating up to $2,700,000 in American Rescue Plan Act
(ARPA) funding for the construction of water infrastructure
necessary to meet safety standards and fire suppression
requirements for the development of affordable housing at
the Fancher Creek Town Center development.
Sponsors: Finance Department
4. CITY COUNCIL
4.-A. ID 23-923 Resolution - Naming the Fresno Police Department Regional
Training Center the “Jerry P. Dyer Regional Police Training
Center”
Sponsors: Councilmember Bredefeld, Council President Maxwell and
Councilmember Karbassi
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5. CLOSED SESSION
5.-A. ID 23-906 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING
LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Lester Renard Parham, Sr. v. City of Fresno, et al; Fresno
Superior Court Case
No.: 22CECG00243
Sponsors: City Attorney's Office
5.-B. ID 23-907 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING
LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Henry Torres v. City of Fresno; Fresno Superior Court Case
No.: 22CECG00596
Sponsors: City Attorney's Office
5.-C. ID 23-908 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING
LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1)
Case Name(s): City of Fresno v. Shell Oil Company, et al.;
San Francisco Superior Court Case No. CGC-22-600974
Sponsors: City Attorney's Office
5.-D. ID 23-922 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -
Government Code Section 54957.6
City Negotiators: TJ Miller
Employee Organizations:
1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary
Engineers, Local 39 (Local 39); 2. Fresno City Employees
Association (FCEA); 3. Fresno Police Officers Association
(FPOA Basic), Unit 4; 4. International Association of
Firefighters, Local 753, Unit 5 (Fire Basic); 5. Amalgamated
Transit Union, Local 1027 (ATU); 6. International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 100 (IBEW); 7.
Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Management); 8.
International Association of Firefighters, Local 753, Unit 10
(Fire Management); 9. City of Fresno Professional
Employees Association (CFPEA); 10. City of Fresno
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Management Employees Association (CFMEA); 11.
Operating Engineers, Local Union No. 3, Fresno Airport
Public Safety Supervisors (FAPSS); 12. Operating
Engineers, Local Union No. 3, Fresno Airport Public Safety
Officers (FAPSO)
Sponsors: Office of Mayor & City Manager
ADJOURNMENT
UPCOMING SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
JUNE 15, 2023
10:00 A.M. - A resolution of the Council of the City of Fresno, California, approving
the issuance by the California Municipal Finance Authority of multifamily housing
revenue bonds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $20,000,000 for
the purpose of financing or refinancing the acquisition, construction, improvement
and equipping of Hotel Fresno Apartments and certain other matters relating
thereto
JUNE 22, 2023
10:00 A.M. -HEARING to adopt resolutions and ordinance to annex territory and
levy a special tax regarding City of Fresno Community Facilities District No. 11,
Annexation No. 144 (Final Tract Map No. 6276) (located on the northwest corner
of North Parc West Drive and North Grantland Avenue) (Council District 1)
JUNE 29, 2023
10:05 A.M. - HEARING to consider the proposed Annual Assessment for the City
of Fresno Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 (Citywide)
JULY 20, 2023
10:00 A.M.-HEARING to adopt resolutions and ordinance to annex territory and
levy a special tax regarding City of Fresno Community Facilities District No. 11,
Annexation No. 145 (Final Tract Map No. 6283) (located on the southeast corner
of North Fowler Avenue and East Dakota Avenue) (Council District 4)
UPCOMING EMPLOYEE CEREMONIES
EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER - 9:00 A.M.
• July 19, 2023 (Wednesday) - Employee of the Summer Quarter
• October 18, 2023 (Wednesday) - Employee of the Fall Quarter
EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS - 10:00 A.M.
• November 15, 2023 (Wednesday) - Employee Service Awards
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2023 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
June 14, 2023 - Vote on Motions
June 15, 2023 - 9:00 A.M.
June 22, 2023 - 9:00 A.M./Final Budget Vote
June 29, 2023 - 9:00 A.M./Reserved for Final Budget Vote
July 20, 2023 - 9:00 A.M.
August 10, 2023 - 9:00 A.M.
August 24, 2023 - 9:00 A.M.
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