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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 Christie Cromeenes, 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, August 13, 2019 4:00 PM SALINAS ROTUNDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Present: 6- Councilmember Tony Barrera Councilmember Christie Cromeenes Councilmember Scott Davis Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa Councilmember John Villegas Mayor Joe Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember Steve McShane COMMENDATIONS The City Council presented the following commendations: 2019 Youth and Government Institute CLOSED SESSION The following audience members commented on Closed Session: Carlos Rios, Salinas Police Department Employee/Resident (a) Eric Petersen (a, d, e) Robert Balaoro, Salinas Police Departmnet Employee (a) Ruben Sanchez, Salinas Police Department Employee/Resident (a) Jim Knowlton, Salinas Police Department Employee (a) James Sang (a) The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 4:16 p.m. pursuant to: ID#19-393 a. Labor Negotiations - Government Code Section §54957.6, with its designated labor representatives Ray Corpuz, City Manager; Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney; Katherine Hogan, Assistant City Attorney; Matt Pressey, Finance Director; Marina Horta-Gallegos, Human Resources City of Salinas Page 1 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 Director; 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. b. Potential Litigation - Government Code Section §54956.9(e)(3), conference with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation (one case). c. Existing Litigation - Government Code Section §54956.9(a), conference with legal counsel regarding, N.E.M., et al. v. City of Salinas, et al., Case No. 5:14-cv-05598-EJD. d. Existing Litigation - Government Code Section §54956.9(a), conference with legal counsel regarding, Wayne Vance v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation Appeal Board Case No.: ADJ9573404 and ADJ6982083. e. Existing Litigation - Government Code Section §54956.9(a), conference with legal counsel regarding, Ernesto Sanchez v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation Appeal Board Case No.: ADJ8339247 and ADJ8339248. f. Existing Litigation - Government Code Section §54956.9(a), conference with legal counsel regarding, Sierra Felker v. City of Salinas, Workers Compensation Appeal Board Case No.: ADJ7810031 and ADJ9687066. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE The City Council reconvened in the Rotunda at 5:43 p.m. Pursuant to California Government Code section §54957.1, City Attorney Christopher Callihan reported that direction was provided to the City's negotiator Donna Williamson with respect to item (a). Closed session items (b) - (e), authority was provided to the City Attorney and there was no further report out at this time. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS Received public comment. PUBLIC HEARING ID#19-431 Republic Services Garbage & Recycling Rates FY 2019-20 Received report from Public Works Director David Jacobs outlining Republic Services proposed rates for Solid Waste, Recycling, and Green Waste Collection Services for Fiscal Year 2019-20 reflecting an increase of 3.74% (or $0.95) for the typical 32-gallon residential trash service from $25.40 to $26.35 per month. The increase consists of 1.1% ($0.28) for Republic Services CPI, 1.65% ($0.42) for Disposal & Transportation, and 0.98% ($0.25) for City Franchise Fees. For commercial services, the monthly rate for a customer with a 3-cubic yard bin collected once per week will increase 3.28% (or $13.78) City of Salinas Page 2 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 from $419.72 to $433.62 per month. The increase consists of 1.43% ($6.02) for Republic Services CPI, 1.00% ($4.18) for Disposal & Transportation, and 0.85% ($3.58) for City Franchise Fees. The following audience members commented on the report: Eric Petersen Upon motion by Councilmember De La Rosa, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21671 finding the proposed annual adjustments to Republic Services of Salinas’ (Republic Services) Schedule of Service Fees and Schedule of Rates for Residential and Commercial Customers effective July 1, 2019, and to be both reasonable and within the terms of the Franchise Agreement was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21671 ID#19-427 Salinas United Business Association 2019-2020 Annual Assessment Received report from Salinas United Business Association (SUBA)Executive Director Alejandro Chavez highlighting the SUBA 2018-2019 Annual Report, a requirement of California Streets and Highways Code to report to the City the prior year’s activities and uses of annual assessments levied. With Council approval, the SUBA Annual Report also provides direction for SUBA activities and use of assessment funds in the coming fiscal year. The City Council is required to adopt a resolution of intent to levy assessment that sets the public hearing date. The following audience members commented on the report: Kilder Fuentes, Alisal Street and Market Street Coalition Adan Gomez, Alisal Street and Market Street Coalition Rudy Rodriguez, SUBA Board Member Lupe Covarrubias Martinez, Women Infant Children Unidentified audience member (English translation provided by the City Clerk) Fernando Samayoa Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution of Intention 618 to levy and collect the annual assessment in the Salinas United Business Association Business Improvement Area (BIA) for FY 2019-2020 and set a public hearing date to consider the levy was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: ROI 618 CONSIDERATION ID#19-434 First Restated Exclusive Negotiated Rights Agreement with RN Borelli for two City Properties City of Salinas Page 3 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 Received report from Economic Development Manager Andrew Myrick regarding the First Restated Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement (“First Restated ENRA”), an expansion of the scope of a previously-adopted Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement (“ENRA”) to include the possibility of a property exchange and potential construction of a new Public Works Corporation Yard for the City of Salinas with RN Borelli. Upon motion by Councilmember Cromeenes, second by Councilmember Davis, Resolution 21672 approving the First Restated Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement with RN Borelli was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21672 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT ID#19-435 Implementation of The Salinas Plan Received report from Economic Development Manager Andrew Myrick on the Implementation of Salinas Plan Initiatives including specific information regarding the financial impacts and status of the individual initiatives. The following audience members commented on the report: Unidentified audience member, Monterey County Realtors Assocaition Matt Huerta No action. Received report regarding the implementation of The Salinas Plan. CONSENT AGENDA ID#19-412 Minutes Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, the minutes of July 2, 2019 were approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane ID#19-439 Financial Claims Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, the financial claims report was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane City of Salinas Page 4 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 ID#19-386 Direct Purchase of Asphalt Paving Equipment Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21673 authorizing the purchase a new Wirtgen 120 CFi, PavMaster 8140, and a Big Tow B-25 trailer for a total cost of $809,534.09 was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21673 ID#19-392 C&S Engineers Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 2 Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21674 approving the Second Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Salinas and C&S Engineers for construction administration and observations services associated with pavement rehabilitation for Runway 08-26 and the Heliport (CIP #9157) at the Salinas Municipal Airport was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21674 ID#19-396 Cherokee Drive and Adams Street Neighborhood Traffic Calming Plan Upon motion by Councilmember Cromeenes, second by Councilmember Davis, Resolution 21675 approving the Cherokee Drive/Adams Street Neighborhood Traffic Calming Plan in accordance with the City's Traffic Calming Policy and direct staff to implement the Traffic Calming Plan was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21675 ID#19-397 Removal of Uncontrolled Marked Crosswalks Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21676 approving the removal of uncontrolled marked crosswalks across Constitution Boulevard at Manchester Street and across John Street at Magnolia Drive in accordance with the City Crosswalk Policy was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21676 City of Salinas Page 5 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 ID#19-398 Residential Permit Parking Program - East Acacia Street Opt Out Request Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21677 approving the request of residents from East Acacia Street (bounded by Carmel Avenue and Alameda Avenue) to opt out of the District 3A Residential Permit Parking Program was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21677 ID#19-399 2019-2020 Police Department Fleet Replacement Purchase Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21678 to authorize the direct purchase of nine Dodge Chargers and one 2019 Dodge Charger SXT from My Dodge in Salinas, CA and required ballistic and radio/computer equipment from Motorola, Axon Co., and installation, emergency lighting and Panasonic Toughbooks from Lehr Auto Electric for a total of $629,236.77 using funding from CIP 9579 was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21678 ID#19-400 Approval of FY 19/20 NPDES Water Quality Monitoring Program Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21679 approving the expenditure of $237,557 for implementation of FY 19/20 NPDES water quality monitoring program was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21679 ID#19-402 “No Parking” Red Zones at the Intersection of Donner Way and Donner Circle Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21680 approving the establishment of a total of 50 feet of "No Parking" red zones at the intersection of Donner Way and Donner Circle was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter City of Salinas Page 6 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21680 ID#19-403 “No Parking” Red Zones at the Intersection of West Alisal Street and Carmelita Drive Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21681 approving the establishment of a total of 110 feet of "No Parking" red zones to provide sufficient sightlines at the intersection of West Alisal and Carmelita Drive was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21681 ID#19-404 2019-2020 Special Curb Markings Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21682 approving the 2019-2020 Special Curb Markings List and the removal of the Special Curb Marking fronting the business located at 1118 E. Laurel Drive was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21682 ID#19-405 Salinas Municipal Airport Runway 8-26 and Heliport Rehabilitation; CIP No. 9157 (FAA AIP No. 3-06-0206-28) Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21683 approving award of contract to American Road Maintenance for the Salinas Municipal Airport Runway 8-26 and Heliport Rehabilitation; CIP No. 9157 (FAA AIP No. 3-06-0206-28) in the amount of $415,588.14 was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21683 ID#19-409 “No Parking” Red Zone at the Intersection of West Alisal Street and Palma Drive Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21684 approving the establishment of an additional 15 feet of "No Parking" red zone at the intersection of West Alisal Street and Palma Drive was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: City of Salinas Page 7 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21684 ID#19-410 Fire Station No. 5 Expansion, CIP Project No. 9235 Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21685 accepting Fire Station No. 5 Expansion, CIP Project No. 9235, for maintenance and responsibility was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21685 ID#19-411 East Laurel Drive and Saint Edwards Traffic Signal Installation and Intersection Improvements, CIP Project No. 9268 Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21686 that accepts the East Laurel Drive and Saint Edwards Traffic Signal Installation and Intersection Improvements, CIP Project No. 9268, for maintenance and responsibility was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21686 ID#19-415 David and Lucile Packard Foundation Fund - Salinas Youth Initiative Upon motion by Councilmember De La Rosa, second by Councilmember Villegas, Resolution 21687 accepting a grant award in the amount of $66,000 from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation Fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21687 ID#19-420 Peace Pole Project Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21688 accepting the donation of a Peace Pole and authorizing the installation of said Peace Pole in front of City Hall was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: City of Salinas Page 8 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21688 ID#19-426 Direct Purchase of Personal Protective Equipment for SWAT & K9 Units Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21689 authorizing the direct purchase of 33 ballistic bullet proof vests, 6 ballistic helmets and 6 pairs of personal electronic ear protection for the Salinas Police Department SWAT team and K9 unit from Aardvark Inc. and Curtis Blue Line Co. for a total amount of $172,401.99 was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21689 ID#19-428 Purchase of 2021 Peterbilt 337 Upfitted with Jetter/Camera Unit Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21690 authorizing the direct purchase of one 2021 Peterbilt 337 Sewer Cleaner/Camera truck from Coast Counties Truck and Equipment Company in Salinas, CA at a total cost of $319,014.07 was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21690 ID#19-432 Professional Services Agreement with Community Homeless Solutions for the Salinas Warming Shelter Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21691 approving a Professional Services Agreement with Community Homeless Solutions for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20 in an amount not to exceed $200,000 was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21691 ID#19-433 License of City Facilities for Small Cell Sites Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21692 authorizing the Mayor to sign a Master License Agreement with City of Salinas Page 9 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 AT&T for the installation of Small Wireless Facilities within the right-of-way was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21692 ID#19-440 Modification to the Classification - Salary Schedule Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21693 approving a modification to the Classification and Salary Schedule to include new classifications and approving the reclassification of identified personnel and classifications was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21693 ID#19-441 California Welcome Center Agreement Upon motion by Councilmember Davis, second by Councilmember Cromeenes, Resolution 21694 approving an Agreement with the Salinas Valley Tourism and Visitor's Bureau was approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: 6- Councilmember Barrera, Councilmember Cromeenes, Councilmember Davis, Councilmember De La Rosa, Councilmember Villegas and Mayor Gunter Absent: 1- Councilmember McShane Enactment No: RES 21694 COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Councilmember Villegas reported he will attend the Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority on August 15 and will report back. Councilmember Cromeenes – No report. Councilmember De La Rosa commended the Laurel Heights neighborhood and supporters for a successful National Night Out Block Party. She expressed concerns regarding the deferred maintenance of arterial streets and noted that staff is working with the landscape maintenance contracts in efforts to address the issue. Councilmember Barrera stated the City Council supports public safety and the work being done by both Police and Fire. He announced the District 2 cleanup at Closter Park taking place on August 24 an encouraged the public to attend. Councilmember Barrera concurred with and expressed the same concerns outlined in the letter received by Mr. Bill Turner regarding the city’s deferred maintenance and requested management staff address the concerns. Councilmember Davis thanked everyone who assisted with and participated in National City of Salinas Page 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Unofficial August 13, 2019 Night Out. He also expressed concerns regarding deferred street maintenance and requested staff inform residents when work is scheduled for completion. Councilmember Davis reported that he met with the City Council Subcommittee and discussed evaluating the future agenda item requested process in efforts to avoid any violations of the Brown Act. He reported that the Transportation Agency for Monterey County held a Rail Policy Committee meeting to discuss concerns between the Agency, City and PG&E related to the rail connection between Salinas to the Silicon Valley. Mayor Gunter reported that he attended the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency meeting, Fort Ord Reuse Authority meeting and will be attending a H2A meeting with stakeholders. He commended the City, the California Rodeo Salinas and the community for a successful Rodeo week. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m. APPROVED: __________________________ Joseph Gunter, Mayor ATTEST: __________________________ Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk City of Salinas Page 11