City Council
Regular MeetingSalinas, CA · April 5, 2016
Minutes
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
City of Salinas CA 93901
www.ci.salinas.ca.us
Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
Mayor Joe Gunter
Councilmembers:
Jose Castañeda, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Steve McShane, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Kimbley Craig, District 5 - Jyl Lutes, District 6
Ray E. Corpuz, Jr., City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 4:00 PM SALINAS ROTUNDA
ROLL CALL
Present: 7- Councilmember Tony Barrera
Councilmember Jose Castañeda
Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa
Councilmember Jyl Lutes
Councilmember Steve McShane
Councilmember Kimbley Craig
Mayor Joe Gunter
CITY OF CHAMPIONS / COMMENDATIONS
The City Council designated Jenna Garden as the 2016 Youth Poet Laureate.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Received communications from the audience.
PUBLIC HEARING
ID#15-594 Substantial Amendment to FY 2015/2016, FY 2014/2015, FY 2013/2014 Action
Plans; Amendment to the HUD Citizen Participation Plan; and Public Hearing
for Proposed Action Plan for a Two-Year Funding Cycle for FY 2016-18 for
HUD Funds
The following audience members commented on the Public Hearing:
Jaqueline Ramirez, Project Sentinel
Ann Marquart, Project Sentinel
Eric Petersen
Bonnie Jellison, Rancho Cielo
Maria Santos Santibañez
Lomeli
SUBSTITUTE MOTION
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Castaneda to allocate $24,000 CDBG
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funds to Project Sentinel. Motion failed for lack of second.
Upon motion by Councilmember Lutes, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 20934 approving the Substantial Amendment to FY 2015-2016, FY
2014/2015, FY 2013/2014 Action Plans, Accept the Amendment to the HUD Citizen
Participation Plan, and hold the public hearing for the Proposed Action Plan for
FY 2016-2018 HUD funds was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20934
ID#15-628 Zoning Code Amendment 2014-001
Upon motion by Councilmember Barrera, second by Councilmember Lutes,
Ordinance 2569 amending various provisions of Chapter 37 of the Salinas
Municipal Code (Zoning Code) to allow for general changes, language
clarification, functional improvements, State and Federal alignment, and minor
corrections was introduced.
Enactment No: ORD 2569
CONSENT AGENDA
ID#15-633 Minutes
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Minute Order approving minutes of March 22, 2016 was approved. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
ID#15-642 Financial Claims Report
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Minute Order approving the financial claims report was approved. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
ID#15-589 2016 NPDES Street Sweeper Acquisition
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 20935 authorizing the purchase of a 2016 Elgin Eagle Street Sweeper
from Owen Equipment Company fora total cost of $333,324.50 was approved. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
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Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20935
ID#15-604 East Alisal Street and Skyway Boulevard Roundabout, Project No. 9655
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember Lutes,
Resolution 20936 accepting the East Alisal Street and Skyway Boulevard
Roundabout, City C.I.P. Project No. 9655, for maintenance and responsibility was
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20936
ID#15-616 Facility Upgrades to Airport T-52 Building; Project No. 9151
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 20937 authorizing the allocation of funds in the amount of $155,000
from the Special Aviation Fund to CIP No. 9151; and approving award of contract
to American Construction Engineers, for the Facility Upgrades to Airport T-52
Building (CIP No. 9151) in the amount of $154,210.00 was approved. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20937
ID#15-635 Monterey Street Parking Garage Equipment Update
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 20938 approving the direct purchase of Parking Revenue and Access
Control System for the Monterey Street Parking Garage was approved. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20938
ID#15-637 Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Upon motion by Councilmember Craig, second by Councilmember Lutes,
Resolution 20393 approving a professional services agreement with EMC
Planning Group, Inc., for environmental consulting services and project planning
services was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
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Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20939
ID#15-641 Sanborn Road/Elvee Drive/US HWY 101 Improvements Project, CIP 9117
Upon motion by Councilmember Lutes, second by Councilmember Craig,
Resolution 20940 approving Contract Change Order No. 3 to Granite Rock
Company for the Sanborn Road/US HWY 101/Elvee Drive Improvement Project,
CIP 9117, in the amount of $345,513.84; and authorized the City Engineer to
amend Contract Change Order No. 3 was approved. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Lutes,
Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Craig and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 1- Councilmember Castañeda
Enactment No: RES 20940
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Lutes reported that she attended the Fireworks Subcommittee where
they discussed drafting a social host ordinance for consideration by the Council. She
announced upcoming community meetings and cleanups taking place during the month
of April in District 6. Councilmember Lutes added that residents in District 6 would like to
install speed bumps on a number of streets and requested staff develop a process for
residents to petition for the installation. She also stated that many of the residents in her
district have also expressed concerns regarding the increase in vehicle theft and property
crimes.
Councilmember Castaneda requested staff assess the sidewalks around park play areas
specifically at Natividad Creek Park as they are in need of repair. He additionally
requested the lights at Natividad Creek Park be replaced; requested the City Manager
provide a report of calls for service regarding homelessness; requested Council consider
changing the meeting time to 7 p.m. in efforts to increase public participation.
Councilmember Castaneda requested the City stop allocating funds to CHISPA until the
Vista De La Terraza Cooperative matter has been resolved.
Councilmember McShane announced the upcoming Salinas United city-wide celebration
and day of service taking place on April 16. Councilmember McShane requested the City
Manager provide a status update on the public arts policy and recommended the Mayor
appoint a Council subcommittee to review all City Commissions, Boards, and
Committees.
Councilmember De La Rosa requested lighting around Roosevelt Park, Cesar Chavez
Park and further requested an assessment of all city parks.
Councilmember Barrera announced the upcoming clean up in District 2. He request
having officers assigned to specific neighborhoods as a means to increase community
policing and enforcement.
Councilmember Craig reported that TAMC unanimously approved the Transportation
Safety and Investment Plan with the recommended amendments. She expressed
concerns regarding the Policies and Project Descriptions, and recommended TAMC
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Executive Director Debbie Hale reach out to City Manager Corpuz to ensure everyone is
in agreement with what is being presented. Councilmember Craig requested the City
Attorney review the spay and neuter ordinance. Request was second by Councilmember
McShane. Councilmember Craig further requested the Cannabis Subcommittee consider
how the City will implement enforcement and public safety. Councilmember Craig
reported the Planning Commission approved the expansion of JC Penney’s, creating a
thoroughfare between Macy's and Sears.
Mayor Gunter appointed Susan Salcedo to the Animal Services Advisory Committee. He
reported he testified at a Senate Bill hearing on SB 876 and met with the Senator
regarding the Agtech industry and the efforts in Salinas. Mayor Gunter requested the City
Manager consider installing cameras at some of the major intersections to assist with
crime surveillance. Mayor Gunter encouraged residents to attended the April 7
Community Budget Meetings taking place at Los Padres Elementary School.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m..
APPROVED:
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Joe Gunter, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.ci.salinas.ca.us
Meeting Agenda - Final
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
4:00 PM
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Joe Gunter
Councilmembers:
Jose Castañeda, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Steve McShane, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Kimbley Craig, District 5 - Jyl Lutes, District 6
Ray E. Corpuz, Jr., City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
City Council Meeting Agenda - Final April 5, 2016
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CITY OF CHAMPIONS / COMMENDATIONS
Youth Poet Laureate - Jenna Garden
PUBLIC COMMENT TIME RESTRICTIONS
Public comments generally are limited to two minutes per speaker; the Mayor may
further limit the time for public comments depending on the agenda schedule.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Receive public communications from the audience on items that are not on the agenda
and that are in the City of Salinas’ subject matter jurisdiction. Comments on Consent,
Consideration, and Closed session items should be held until the items are reached.
The public may request that the legislative body consider adding an item for
consideration on a future agenda. The public may comment on scheduled agenda
items, including closed session items, as they are considered. In order to be respectful
of all speakers’ views and to avoid disruption of the meeting, the audience shall refrain
from applauding or jeering speakers who have been recognized by the Mayor.
PUBLIC HEARING
ID#15-594 Substantial Amendment to FY 2015/2016, FY 2014/2015, FY 2013/2014
Action Plans; Amendment to the HUD Citizen Participation Plan; and
Public Hearing for Proposed Action Plan for a Two-Year Funding Cycle
for FY 2016-18 for HUD Funds
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving the Substantial Amendment to FY 2015-2016, FY
2014/2015, FY 2013/2014 Action Plans, Accept the Amendment to the HUD Citizen
Participation Plan, and hold the public hearing for the Proposed Action Plan for FY
2016-2018 HUD funds.
ID#15-628 Zoning Code Amendment 2014-001
Recommendation: Introduce and adopt an Ordinance amending various provisions of Chapter 37 of the
Salinas Municipal Code (Zoning Code) to allow for general changes, language
clarifications, functional improvements, State and Federal alignments, and minor
corrections.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under Consent Agenda may be enacted by one motion.
ID#15-633 Minutes
Recommendation: Approve minutes of March 22, 2016.
ID#15-642 Financial Claims Report
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Recommendation: Approve Financial Claims Report.
ID#15-589 2016 NPDES Street Sweeper Acquisition
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the purchase of a 2016 Elgin Eagle Street Sweeper
from Owen Equipment Company for a total cost of $333,324.50.
ID#15-604 East Alisal Street and Skyway Boulevard Roundabout, Project No. 9655
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution accepting the East Alisal Street and Skyway Boulevard
Roundabout, City C.I.P. Project No. 9655, for maintenance and responsibility.
ID#15-616 Facility Upgrades to Airport T-52 Building; Project No. 9151
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the allocation of funds in the amount of $155,000
from the Special Aviation Fund to CIP No. 9151; and approving award of contract to
American Construction Engineers, for the Facility Upgrades to Airport T-52 Building
(CIP No. 9151) in the amount of $154,210.00.
ID#15-635 Monterey Street Parking Garage Equipment Update
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution approving the direct purchase of Parking Revenue and Access
Control System for the Monterey Street Parking Garage.
ID#15-637 Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Recommendation: Approve a RESOLUTION for a professional services agreement with EMC Planning
Group, Inc., for environmental consulting services and project planning services.
ID#15-641 Sanborn Road/Elvee Drive/US HWY 101 Improvements Project, CIP 9117
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution approving Contract Change Order No. 3 to Granite Rock
Company for the Sanborn Road/US HWY 101/Elvee Drive Improvement Project, CIP
9117, in the amount of $345,513.84; and authorize the City Engineer to amend Contract
Change Order No. 3.
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
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agenda items. Councilmember comments are generally limited to three minutes.
ADJOURNMENT
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City Clerk / Recording Secretary
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