City Council
Regular MeetingSalinas, CA · September 5, 2017
Minutes
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
City of Salinas CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
Meeting Minutes - Unofficial
City Council
Mayor Joe Gunter
Councilmembers:
Scott Davis, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Steve McShane, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Kimbley Craig, District 5 - John "Tony" Villegas, District 6
Ray E. Corpuz, Jr., City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
Tuesday, September 5, 2017 4:00 PM SALINAS ROTUNDA
ROLL CALL
Present: 7- Councilmember Tony Barrera
Councilmember Kimbley Craig
Councilmember Scott Davis
Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa
Councilmember Steve McShane
Councilmember John Villegas
Mayor Joe Gunter
ANNOUNCEMENT
Deputy Chief David Shaw announced the 9-11 Memorial and Police Inspection event and
encouraged the public to attend.
COMMENDATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS
The City Council commended and proclaimed the following:
Salinas Wildcats 10UA Gold Softball Team
National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery and Prevention Month
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
National Preparedness Month
Fruits and Veggies Month
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Received general public comment.
CONSIDERATION
ID#17-435 Boots Road Group, LLC Professional Services Agreement
Received report from Assistant City Manager Jim Pia, which is filed in the City Clerk’s
Office for the record.
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The following audience members commented on the report:
Maureen Wruck
Al Espindola
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember Craig,
Resolution 21251 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professionals
Services Agreement between the City of Salinas and Boots Road Group, LLC. in
an amount not to exceed $151,580 was approved. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: 5- Councilmember Craig, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane,
Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter
Noes: 2- Councilmember Barrera and Councilmember Davis
Enactment No: RES 21251
ID#17-426 City Code Update
Received report from City Attorney Christopher Callihan, which is filed in the City Clerk’s
Office for the record.
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember De La
Rosa, Ordinance 2598 updating and recodifying chapters and articles of the
Salinas Municipal Code was adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 7- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Villegas
and Mayor Gunter
Enactment No: ORD 2598
CONSENT AGENDA
ID#17-433 Minutes
Tabled minutes of May 2, 2017 and August 29, 2017.
ID#17-429 Financial Claims Report
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember Craig, the
financial claims report was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 7- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Villegas
and Mayor Gunter
ID#17-320 Mutual Aid Agreement with Santa Cruz Animal Services and Monterey
County SPCA
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember Craig, the
Resolution 21252 authorizing the City Manager to sign the agreement for mutual
aid with Santa Cruz County Animal Services and the SPCA for Monterey County
was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Ayes: 7- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Villegas
and Mayor Gunter
Enactment No: RES 21252
ID#17-427 Surplus Vehicles and Equipment for Disposal
Upon motion by Councilmember De La Rosa, second by Councilmember Davis,
Resolution 21253 declaring the items on the Surplus Vehicles and Equipment List
as surplus property and authorize their disposal by the Purchasing Officer was
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 7- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Villegas
and Mayor Gunter
Enactment No: RES 21253
ID#17-430 Selection of Public Facilities Group to facilitate expansion of the El Gabilan
Library
Upon motion by Councilmember De La Rosa, second by Councilmember Craig,
Resolution 21254 authorizing the use of the “IRS 63-20” Public Private
Partnership delivery system and select the Public Facilities Group as the City’s
partner to finance and build the new El Gabilan Library was approved. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 7- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Villegas
and Mayor Gunter
Enactment No: RES 21254
ID#17-431 2017 California International Airshow Airport Use Permit
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember Craig,
Resolution 21255 approving an Airport Use Permit for the 2017 California
International Airshow to be conducted by the Monterey County Airshow
Association at the Salinas Municipal Airport, and appropriate the $20,000
sponsorship by the Airport Enterprise Fund to offset City of Salinas Emergency
Response Personnel costs was approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Ayes: 7- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane, Councilmember Villegas
and Mayor Gunter
Enactment No: RES 21255
ID#17-434 Contract for Liability Claims Third Party Administration Services
This item was tabled.
Enactment No: RES 21261
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
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Councilmember Davis expressed concerns regarding the discontinuance of HOPE
services in the downtown area and requested the City considering expanding its contact
with HOPE Services. Request was second by Mayor Gunter.
Councilmember Barrera commended Senior Planner Lisa Brinton for her efforts with the
Alisal Vibrancy Plan and the community outreach that has been taken place in the
Alisal. He commended the Nunez Family, Hibino Family and the Rodriguez Family for the
expansion of the Casa Boronda Housing project which will provide housing for agricultural
workers. Councilmember Barrera expressed concerns regarding the issues at the State
and Federal level surrounding DACA. In Closing, he announced he will be working with
Don Reynolds, Assistant Public Works Director on hosting a merchant meeting to share
the plan for Salinas Police Service Headquarters.
Councilmember De La Rosa reported that she attended the Homeless Coalition meeting
and commended staff and Mayor Gunter for their efforts surrounding homelessness and
urging the County to move towards the establishment of a permanent shelter.
Councilmember De La Rosa expressed support for farmworker housing and the Alisal
Vibrancy Plan. She announced she will be attending the League of California Cities
Annual Conference the week of September 13, 2017.
Councilmember Craig reported that TAMC is currently not utilizing the former AllUS
Credit Union. She added that the demolishing of the building has been pushed back a
month due to funding. She reported she will be hosting a Neighborhood Cleanup in her
district on Cherokee Drive on September 9. Councilmember Craig additionally reported
that she will be attending the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) Rail
Policy Committee meeting and will be discussing the Request for Proposals for
Construction Management and Hazardous Material. She added that the TAMC Executive
Committee will be taking place on September 10 and Board will be conducting the
evaluations for the City Attorney and the Executive Manager.
Councilmember Villegas reported he will be hosting a District 6 Cleanup on November 4
on Calaveras Drive and encouraged youth to participate in community events as a means
of obtaining community service hours. He commended the Santa Rita Unified School
District for their collaboration with the City and Police Department in efforts to move
forward with the School Resource Officer program. Councilmember Villegas stated he is
pleased to see development projects and infrastructure projects in the City moving
forward.
Councilmember McShane reported he hosted a successful Riker Street Traffic Calming
meeting. He reported that there is funding available for traffic calming projects throughout
the City. Councilmember McShane requested staff consider establishing a program that
allows constituents to report code violations and general city services via texting.
Request was second by Councilmember Craig. He also requested the City Manager
consider expanding HOPE Services in the City. Councilmember McShane requested an
update on the future agenda item and presentation requests. In closing, Councilmember
McShane requested an update on the 2017 Fireworks Season.
Mayor Gunter reported two new members were sworn in to serve on the Police Community
Advisory Committee Meeting. He announced he will be attending the Community Safety
and Peace Meeting on Wednesday, September 6 and encouraged the Council to attend.
Mayor Gunter requested an update on the City/County Animal Services project and any
homeless shelter update. Mayor Gunter announced he is reaching out to Congressman
Panetta in efforts to host a community meeting regarding DACA. In closing, Mayor
Gunter announced the City Volunteer Recognition event that will be taking place on
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October 18, 2017.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to closed session at 6:00 p.m. pursuant to:
ID#17-432 a. Existing Litigation - Cal. Gov’t. Code §54956.9(a), conference with legal
counsel regarding existing litigation, Silvia Rodriguez v. City of Salinas,
Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 16CV003941.
b. Existing Litigation - Cal. Gov’t. Code §54956.9(a), conference with legal
counsel regarding, Joseph Stagno v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation
Appeal Board Case No. ADJ7977954.
c. Existing Litigation - Cal. Gov’t. Code §54956.9(a), conference with legal
counsel regarding, Steven Mattocks v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation
Appeal Board Case No. ADJ10219475 and ADJ10219461.
PUBLIC DISCLOSURE
Pursuant to California Government Code §54957.1, there were no reportable actions on
closed session matters.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
APPROVED:
__________________________
Joe Gunter, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
Meeting Agenda - Final
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
4:00 PM
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Joe Gunter
Councilmembers:
Scott Davis, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Steve McShane, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Kimbley Craig, District 5 - John "Tony" Villegas, District 6
Ray E. Corpuz, Jr., City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
ANNOUNCEMENT
9-11 Memorial and Police Inspection
COMMENDATIONS / PROCLAMATIONS
Salinas Wildcats 10UA Gold Softball Team
National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery and Prevention Month
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
National Preparedness Month
Fruits and Veggies Month
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.
CONSIDERATION
ID#17-435 Boots Road Group, LLC Professional Services Agreement
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professionals Services
Agreement between the City of Salinas and Boots Road Group, LLC. in an amount not to
exceed $151,580.
ID#17-426 City Code Update
Recommendation: Adopt an Ordinance updating and recodifying chapters and articles of the Salinas
Municipal Code.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under Consent Agenda may be enacted by one motion unless a
member of the Council or the public requests discussion or a separate vote.
ID#17-433 Minutes
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Recommendation: Approve minutes of May 2, 2017 and August 29, 2017.
ID#17-429 Financial Claims Report
Recommendation: Approve financial claims report.
ID#17-320 Mutual Aid Agreement with Santa Cruz Animal Services and Monterey
County SPCA
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement for mutual
aid with Santa Cruz County Animal Services and the SPCA for Monterey County.
ID#17-427 Surplus Vehicles and Equipment for Disposal
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution declaring the items on the Surplus Vehicles and Equipment List as
surplus property and authorize their disposal by the Purchasing Officer.
ID#17-430 Selection of Public Facilities Group to facilitate expansion of the El Gabilan
Library
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the use of the "IRS 63-20" Public Private Partnership
delivery system and selecting the Public Facilities Group as the City's partner to facilitate
expansion of the El Gabilan Library.
ID#17-431 2017 California International Airshow Airport Use Permit
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution approving an Airport Use Permit for the 2017 California International
Airshow to be conducted by the Monterey County Airshow Association at the Salinas
Municipal Airport, and appropriate the $20,000 sponsorship by the Airport Enterprise
Fund to offset City of Salinas Emergency Response Personnel costs.
ID#17-434 Contract for Liability Claims Third Party Administration Services
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution regarding a professional services agreement between the City of
Salinas and York Risk Services Group, Inc. for a three year term with an annual defined
flat fee.
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Receive communication from Councilmembers on reports, appointments and future
agenda items. Councilmember comments are generally limited to three minutes.
CLOSED SESSION
Receive public communications from the audience on Closed session items.
The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to:
ID#17-432 a. Existing Litigation - Cal. Gov’t. Code §54956.9(a), conference with legal
counsel regarding existing litigation, Silvia Rodriguez v. City of Salinas,
Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 16CV003941.
b. Existing Litigation - Cal. Gov’t. Code §54956.9(a), conference with legal
counsel regarding, Joseph Stagno v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation
Appeal Board Case No. ADJ7977954.
c. Existing Litigation - Cal. Gov’t. Code §54956.9(a), conference with legal
counsel regarding, Steven Mattocks v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation
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Appeal Board Case No. ADJ10219475 and ADJ10219461.
ADJOURNMENT
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Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
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Council Rotunda, and the City's website.
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