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City of Hercules 111 Civic Drive Hercules, CA 94547 Meeting Agenda Tuesday, July 9, 2024 6:00 PM CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 P.M., REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M. In-Person in Council Chambers or to Listen only: Zoom ID: 892 5252 5361 Zoom Passcode: 157491 Zoom Phone Number: 1-669-900-6833 City Council Mayor Dan Romero Vice Mayor Dion Bailey Council Member Alex Walker-Griffin Council Member Chris Kelley Council Member Tiffany Grimsley Dante Hall, City Manager Patrick Tang, City Attorney Eibleis Melendez, City Clerk City Council Meeting Agenda July 9, 2024 See last pages of agenda for information regarding meeting procedures To view webcast of meetings, live or on demand, go to the City's website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us I. CLOSED SESSION – CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - 6:00 P.M. II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS III. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION The Hercules City Council will meet in Closed Session regarding the following: 1. 22-912 Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - Title:City Attorney 2. 22-913 Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Conference With Labor Negotiators - City Negotiators: Dante Hall, City Manager; Edwin Gato, Director of Finance; relative to the following employee groups: a. Teamsters Local 315 Employee Organizations b. Hercules Police Officers Association c. Hercules Senior Manager Employee Group d. Confidential Unrepresented Employee Group e. Mid Management Employee Group IV. REGULAR MEETING – CONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - ROLL CALL - 7:00 P.M. V. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE VII. MOMENT OF SILENCE VIII. INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/COMMISSION REPORTS IX. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS City of Hercules Page 2 City Council Meeting Agenda July 9, 2024 X. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This time is reserved for members of the public to address issues not included in the agenda. In accordance with the Brown Act, Council will refer to staff any matters brought before them at this time, and those matters may be placed on a future agenda. Individuals wishing to address the City Council are asked to complete a form indicating the name and address of the speaker and the general topic to be addressed. Speakers must make their comments from the podium and will be allowed 3 minutes to discuss their concerns. All public comments are recorded and become part of the public record. A limit of 30 minutes will be devoted to taking public comment at this point in the agenda. If any speakers remain at the conclusion of the initial 30 minute period, time will be reserved at the conclusion of the meeting to take the remaining comments. XI. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 22-877 Mandatory Garbage/Solid Waste Disposal - Delinquent Accounts RECOMMENDATION: Conduct a Public Hearing and upon conclusion, consider adopting a Resolution confirming the report of delinquent accounts and placing liens on said properties and special assessments upon property taxes pursuant to City of Hercules Municipal Code Section 5-2.01 to 5-2.16, Mandatory Garbage/Solid Waste Disposal. Attachments: Staff Report - Garbage Liens Attach 1 - Resolution Attach 2- Lien List XII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. 22-904 Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting of June 25, 2024 Attachments: Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meeting of June 25, 2024 2. 22-909 Hercules Hub - Resolution of Support for Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Grants RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution of support for the filing of joint Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) grants with the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) as the lead agency. Attachments: Staff Report - Hercules Hub Project TIRCP App Attach 1 - Hercules Hub Resolution Local Support TIRCP City of Hercules Page 3 City Council Meeting Agenda July 9, 2024 XIII. DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION ITEMS 1. 22-905 Redevelopment Housing Successor and Business Loan Administration RECOMMENDATION: Provide direction on the administration of housing and business loans issued by the former Hercules Redevelopment Agency. Authorize writing off loans that are uncollectible due to foreclosure, bankruptcy, or business closure. Authorize staff to restructure non-performing loans that have overdue balances by negotiating amended loan agreements. Attachments: Staff Report - Housing Loan Administration Direction Attach 1 - Resolution Attach 2 - Appendix 1-Loan Program Summary 2. 22-914 Authorization To Contract with Tripepi Smith For General Communications Support RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for an amount not to exceed $85,000 with Tripepi Smith for General Communications Support. Attachments: Staff Report - Contract With Tripepi Smith For General Communciations Support Attach 1 - Resolution Attach 2 - TS Proposal for 2024-05 Hercules General communications 3. 22-906 Queen Anne House Disposition RECOMMENDATION: Receive an informational update from staff; authorize staff to obtain an updated Historic Resource Evaluation (HRE) using existing funding from the Facility Maintenance fund; and provide any desired additional direction to staff regarding the disposition of the structure following completion of the HRE. Attachments: Staff Report - Queen Anne House Disposition Attach 1- Queen Anne Historic Home for Removal Flyer Attach 2 - Bill of Sale - Rockhead and Quarry Attach 3 - Historic Resource Evaluation (M-Group, 2018) Attach 4 - Email from Rockhead and Quarry Attach 5 - M-Group memo Attach 6 - Rincon Consulting Proposal City of Hercules Page 4 City Council Meeting Agenda July 9, 2024 XIV. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This time is reserved for members of the public who were unavailable to attend the Public Communications period during Section X of the meeting, or were unable to speak due to lack of time. The public speaker requirements specified in Section X of this Agenda apply to this Section. XV. CITY COUNCIL/CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMITTEE, SUB-COMMITTEE AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMITTEE REPORTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS This is the time for brief announcements on issues of interest to the community. In accordance with the provisions of the Brown Act, matters which do not appear on this agenda but require City Council discussion may be either (a) referred to staff or other resources for factual information or (b) placed on a future meeting agenda. 1. Regional Committee 2. City Council Committees and Subcommittees 3. Commission Liaisons XVI. ADJOURNMENT The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 7:00p.m. in the Council Chambers. Agendas are posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) or Section 54956. Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City website at www.ci.hercules.ca.us and can receive e-mail notification of agenda and staff report postings by signing up to receive an e-notice from the City’s homepage. Agendas and staff reports may also be obtained by contacting the City Clerk at (510) 799-8200 (Posted: July 3, 2024) INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PARTICIPATE AND WATCH THE HERCULES CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION HYBRID MEETINGS Attend in Person: Hercules City Council Chambers – 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA 94547 Attend via Zoom Teleconference: Details provided below and zoom webinar login, passcode and phone numbers provided on the agenda cover. City of Hercules Page 5 City Council Meeting Agenda July 9, 2024 How to Submit Public Comments In Person: Attend meeting at the Hercules City Council Chambers, fill out a public speaker card located on the side table and submit it to the City Clerk. Via Zoom: At this time remote public comment is suspended and will not be accepted. To watch and listen only Download the Zoom mobile app from the Apple Appstore or Google Play. If you are using a desktop computer, you can test your connection to Zoom by clicking here or go to: https://www.zoom.us/join. Zoom also allows you to join by phone at +1-669-900-6833 or +1-929-205-6099 or +1-253-215-8782. Written Comments Submitted Electronically: All comments received before 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council prior to the meeting and posted to the City’s agenda website and located by clicking on the “meeting details” tab. Written comments received after 3:00 p.m. will be provided to City Council and posted to the agenda website the following day. Written comments will not be read aloud during the meeting. Email comments to emelendez@ci.hercules.ca.us. Please indicate which item on the agenda you are commenting on in the subject line of your email. Written comments submitted in person or via mail: Additional ways to provide your public comment is to either drop off your comment in person to the front desk receptionist located in the City Hall lobby or to mail your comment to City of Hercules, ATTN: City Clerk – Public Comment (Meeting Date), 111 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA 94547 in time to reach the City Clerk no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting or you can submit your comment by telephone by calling (510) 799-8208 no later than 3:00 p.m. on the meeting date. If you need assistance with public comment, please contact: Eibleis Melendez City Clerk at emelendez@herculesca.gov or by calling (510) 799-8208. All public comments will become part of the official meeting record. As email containing public meeting comments are part of the official record, note that personal contact information may be published if it is included with your email. The City cannot guarantee that its network and/or the website will not be uninterrupted. To ensure that the City Council receives your written comments, you are strongly encouraged to submit your comments in writing in advance of the meeting by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the Council or Commission meeting. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH THE MEETING Live on Channel 28: City Council meetings will replay the following Thursday at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday at 1:00 p.m. Planning Commission meetings will replay the following Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday at 9:00 a.m. Video Streamed Live on the City’s Website: To view City Council and Planning Commission meeting videos online go to: Hercules Meeting Videos. Instructions to view Live or On-Demand Videos from the City’s website: 1. Go to: Hercules Meeting Videos or https://hercules.legistar.com/calendar.aspx. 2. Locate the desired meeting and date. 3. Click the associated “Video” link (Video status is as follows): Video = Video is available for on demand viewing. In Progress = Video is available for viewing during live recording. Not Available = Video is either unavailable or has not been recorded. City of Hercules Page 6 City Council Meeting Agenda July 9, 2024 THE HERCULES CITY COUNCIL ADHERES TO THE FOLLOWING POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 1. SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special accommodations to participate at a City Council meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 510-799-8208 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. 2. AGENDA ITEMS: Persons wishing to add an item to an agenda must submit the final written documentation 12 calendar days prior to the meeting. The City retains the discretion whether to add items to the agenda. Persons wishing to address the City Council otherwise may make comments during the Public Communication period of the meeting. 3. AGENDA POSTING: Agendas of regular City Council meetings are posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at City Hall, the Hercules Swim Center, Ohlone Child Care Center, and on the City’s website (www.ci.hercules.ca.us), 4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: Persons who wish to address the City Council should complete the speaker form prior to the Council's consideration of the item on the agenda. Anyone who wishes to address the Council on a topic that is not on the agenda and is relevant to the Council should complete the speaker form prior to the start of the meeting. Speakers will be called upon during the Public Communication portion of the meeting. In accordance with the Brown Act, the City Council may not take action on items not listed on the agenda. The Council may refer to staff any matters brought before them at this time and those matters may be placed on a future agenda. In the interests of conducting an orderly and efficient meeting, speakers will be limited to three (3) minutes. Anyone may also submit written comments at any time before or during the meeting. 5. CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a member of the Council or a member of the public prior to the time the City Council votes on the motion to adopt. 6. LEGAL CHALLENGES: If you challenge a decision of the City Council in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the meeting or in written correspondence delivered at, or prior to, the meeting. Actions challenging City Council decisions shall be subject to the time limitations contained in Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6. City of Hercules Page 7