City Council
Regular MeetingSalinas, CA · December 19, 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, December 19, 2017 4:00 PM SALINAS ROTUNDA
ROLL CALL
Present: 6- Councilmember Tony Barrera
Councilmember Kimbley Craig
Councilmember Scott Davis
Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa
Councilmember Steve McShane
Mayor Joe Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember John Villegas
INTRODUCTIONS
Introduction of Police Personnel (new hires and promotional).
COMMENDATIONS / PROCLAMATION
The City Council commended and proclaimed:
2017 Holiday Home Lighting
Monterey County Farm Bureau Centennial
Chinatown Revitalization Block Party Volunteers
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Received general public comment.
PUBLIC HEARING
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
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Enactment No: RES 21314
CONSENT AGENDA
ID#17-638 Minutes
Tabled minutes of December 5, 2017.
ID#17-637 Financial Claims Report
Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
the financial claims report was approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
ID#17-611 Arbor Day and Tree City USA
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember De La
Rosa, Minute Order authorizing staff to apply for Tree City USA status
recertification and proclaimed December 21, 2017 as arbor day was approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
ID#17-579 Traffic Signal at North Main Street and Cherokee Drive Intersection
Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 21315 authorizing the installation of a traffic signal at the North Main
Street and Cherokee Drive Intersection; and approved an agreement with
Salinas Shopping Center Associates Limited Partnership for the Installation of
said traffic signal was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
Enactment No: RES 21315
ID#17-582 Audited Basic Financial Statements and Single Audit Report - June 30, 2017
Upon motion by Councilmember Barrera, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Minute Order accepting the audited Basic Financial Statements and Single Audit
Report on federal funded programs for fiscal year ended June 30, 2017 was
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
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ID#17-614 Compensation Plan Agreements for Department Directors and Confidential
Management Personnel; Employment Agreements for Council Appointees
Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 21316 adjusting employment agreements to reflect consistent
cost-sharing language on health benefits beginning in December 2019 was
approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
Enactment No: RES 21316
ID#17-615 Alternative Retirement System for Temporary Employees
Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 21317 authorizing an Alternative Retirement System in lieu of Social
Security for employees not eligible for enrollment in the California Public
Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) was approved. The motion carried by
the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
Enactment No: RES 21317
ID#17-616 Modification to the Classification and Salary Schedule
Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 21318 amending the Classification-Salary Schedule was approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
Enactment No: RES 21318
ID#17-618 Libraries Illuminated Grant Award
Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember De La Rosa,
Resolution 21319 accepting the Libraries Illuminated grant award of $29,930 and
execute an agreement with the Southern California Library Cooperative (SCLC)
was approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
Enactment No: RES 21319
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ID#17-609 Regional Soccer Complex
Upon motion by Councilmember McShane, second by Councilmember Davis,
Resolution 21320 regarding the Revised and Restated Memorandum of
Understanding among the City of Salinas, County of Monterey, and Salinas
Regional Sports Authority was approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Craig, Councilmember Davis,
Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember McShane and Mayor Gunter
Absent: 1- Councilmember Villegas
Enactment No: RES 21320
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Davis reported that he, along with various non-profit organizations he
raised $5,000 to provide meals to families in need during the holiday season.
Councilmember Barrera requested the City Manager budget accordingly during the next
fiscal year in efforts to increase traffic enforcement in the Alisal area.
Councilmember Craig reported the Tyler Street and Iris Drive traffic calming measures
have been completed. She reported that she will be attending a Salinas Valley Solid
Waste Authority meeting on December 21, 2017. Councilmember Craig reported she
attended the Charter Review Subcommittee meeting and the committee recommended a
4-year mayoral term, term limits for Councilmembers, Mayor and Commissioners, among
other minor Charter amendments.
Councilmember McShane requested a community meeting to address pedestrain safety.
Request was second by Councilmember Barrera. He reported that the Ambrose Drive
neighborhood has qualified for future traffic calming measures. Councilmember McShane
reported that he held a Downtown Community meeting and shared a survey completed by
the attendees. During the community meeting, members expressed concerns regarding
the proposed two-way traffic on Main Street as part of the Downtown Vibrancy Plan.
Councilmember McShane reported CalVans has approximately 325 vanpools in the
tri-county area. Councilmember McShane requested a presentation and updates from
staff and the Council regarding the future of Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority and the
Sun Street Transfer Station relocation. Councilmember McShane requested a community
meeting to address the concerns regarding the construction of an infill project at
Alameda Street and Abbott Street.
Mayor Gunter expressed concners regarding the commentary received relating to the
construction of the infill project at Alameda Street and Abbott Street and recommended
traffic calming measures to mediate the traffic concerns. Mayor Gunter requested
Councilmembers provide oral reports on all of the committees and regional boards they
serve on moving fowrard. He stated that the Council will focus on conducting city
business and regional projects and will reconsider request for presentations and
commendations in the future.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to closed session at 7:07 p.m. pursuant to:
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ID#17-639 a. Performance Evaluation and Labor - Cal. Gov’t Code §54957 and
§54957.6, public employee performance evaluation and labor relations with
unrepresented employee (City Manager)
b. Performance Evaluation and Labor - Cal. Gov’t Code §54957 and
§54957.6, public employee performance evaluation and labor relations with
unrepresented employee (City Attorney)
c. Labor Negotiations - Cal. Govt. Code §54957.6, with its designated labor
representatives Ray Corpuz, City Manager; Christopher A. Callihan, City
Attorney; Katherine Hogan, Senior Deputy City Attorney; Matt Pressey Finance
Director; Marina Horta-Gallegos, Human Resources Officer; Sylvia Enriquez,
Human Resource Analyst; and Donna Williamson, Liebert Cassidy Whitmore,
regarding labor relations with Service Employees International Union (SEIU),
SEIU Supervisors, Salinas Municipal Employees Association/SEIU, Association
of Management Personnel, Police Officers Association, Police Management
Association, International Association of Firefighters, Fire Supervisors
Association, Confidential Management Employees, Confidential
Non-Management Employees and Department Directors.
PUBLIC DISCLOSURE
Pursuant to Cal. Gov't code §54957.1, there were no reportable actions on closed
session matters.
ADJOURNMENT
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, December 19, 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
INTRODUCTIONS
Introduction of Police Personnel (new hires and promotional).
COMMENDATIONS / PROCLAMATION
ID#17-611 Arbor Day and Tree City USA
Recommendation: Authorize staff to apply for Tree City USA status recertification and proclaim December
21, 2017 as Arbor Day.
2017 Holiday Home Lighting
Monterey County Farm Bureau Centennial
Chinatown Block Party Volunteers
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#17-625 Public Nuisance, Abatement of a Dangerous Building and Confirmation of
Abatement Costs: 45 Soledad Street, Salinas
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution finding that the structure located at 45 Soledad Street, Salinas,
California constituted an imminent emergency and public nuisance, confirming the
abatement and removal of the structure, and confirming the costs of abatement.
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.
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ID#17-638 Minutes
Recommendation: Approve minutes of December 5, 2017.
ID#17-637 Financial Claims Report
Recommendation: Approve financial claims report.
ID#17-579 Traffic Signal at North Main Street and Cherokee Drive Intersection
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the installation of a traffic signal at the North Main
Street and Cherokee Drive Intersection; and an agreement with Salinas Shopping Center
Associates Limited Partnership for funding costs of the installation of said traffic signal.
ID#17-582 Audited Basic Financial Statements and Single Audit Report - June 30, 2017
Recommendation: Accept the audited Basic Financial Statements and Single Audit Report on federal
funded programs for fiscal year ended June 30, 2017.
ID#17-614 Compensation Plan Agreements for Department Directors and Confidential
Management Personnel; Employment Agreements for Council Appointees
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution adjusting employment agreements to reflect consistent
cost-sharing language on health benefits beginning in December 2019
ID#17-615 Alternative Retirement System for Temporary Employees
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing an Alternative Retirement System in lieu of Social
Security for employees not eligible for enrollment in the California Public Employees
Retirement System (CalPERS).
ID#17-616 Modification to the Classification and Salary Schedule
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution amending the Classification-Salary Schedule.
ID#17-618 Libraries Illuminated Grant Award
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution accepting the Libraries Illuminated grant award of $29,930 and
execute an agreement with the Southern California Library Cooperative (SCLC).
ID#17-609 Regional Soccer Complex
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution regarding the Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding
among the City of Salinas, County of Monterey, and Salinas Regional Sports Authority.
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#17-639 a. Performance Evaluation and Labor - Cal. Gov’t Code §54957 and
§54957.6, public employee performance evaluation and labor relations with
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unrepresented employee (City Manager)
b. Performance Evaluation and Labor - Cal. Gov’t Code §54957 and
§54957.6, public employee performance evaluation and labor relations with
unrepresented employee (City Attorney)
c. Labor Negotiations - Cal. Govt. Code §54957.6, with its designated labor
representatives Ray Corpuz, City Manager; Christopher A. Callihan, City
Attorney; Katherine Hogan, Senior Deputy City Attorney; Matt Pressey Finance
Director; Marina Horta-Gallegos, Human Resources Officer; Sylvia Enriquez,
Human Resource Analyst; and Donna Williamson, Liebert Cassidy Whitmore,
regarding labor relations with Service Employees International Union (SEIU),
SEIU Supervisors, Salinas Municipal Employees Association/SEIU, Association
of Management Personnel, Police Officers Association, Police Management
Association, International Association of Firefighters, Fire Supervisors
Association, Confidential Management Employees, Confidential
Non-Management Employees and Department Directors.
ADJOURNMENT
_____________________________
Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
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