Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
06/20/2023
1 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
06/20/2023
2 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
06/20/2023
3 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
06/20/2023
4 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
06/20/2023
5 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
06/20/2023
6 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
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7 City Council
Albany City Council
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Ave., Albany, CA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
AlbanyCity Councilmeetings are conductedin person at City Hall Council Chambers. As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, the City cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology willbe uninterrupted,and technical difficultiesmay occur fromtime to time.
1. CALL TO ORDER / LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORT ON ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION, IF ANY
No public comment will be taken.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
4‑1. Proclamation/Certificate of Recognition – AMS Softball Club Team 2023 Season
5. CITY MANAGER REPORT
The City Manager provides verbal and/or written reports regarding matters of interest to the Council.
Information available on City website weekly eNews –
https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews.
6. GOOD OF THE CITY / PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the City Council on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that City policy limits each speaker up to three (3) minutes.
The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending on the number of speakers. The Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
Comments related to items appearing on the agenda are taken up at the time the City Council deliberates each action item. The Mayor will announce when the period for public comment is open on each agenda item.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar. 7‑1. Minutes – June 5, 2023
Staff recommendation: Approve
7‑2. Ratification of Payroll – Date Paid 6/2/2023: Net Amount $369,875.90, Taxes/Benefits/Deductions $387,553.88, Total Payroll $757,429.78 Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑3. Ratification of Bills, Claims and Demands – Ratification of bills, claims and demands against the City of Albany in the amount of $142,616.07 (6/2/2023), $857,029.60 (6/9/2023)
Staff recommendation: Ratify
7‑4. Advisory Body Resignation:
James Bensman appointed by Vice Mayor Miki resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Staff Recommendation: Information only
7‑5. Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000) Call for Bids for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No.
C2317)
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202344, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Contract No. C2317), using funds appropriated as part of the Annual Sewer Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 32000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑6. Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000) Call for Bids for 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2330) Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202345, authorizing the City Manager to approve a Call for Bids for the 2023 Storm Drain Repair Project (Contract No. C2339), using funds previously appropriated as part of the Annual Storm Drain Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 35000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing sewer with negligible expansion of use. 7‑7. Amendment to Contract No. C1862 Maintenance Contract for Janitorial Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202346, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #9 to Contract No.
C1862 with Karla’s Janitorial Services, using funds previously appropriated as part of the Public Works Operating Budget 7‑8. Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) Contract No. C2309 Contract Change Order #1
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202347, authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order (CCO) #1 to Contract No. C2309 with Villalobos in the nottoexceed amount of $114,575 using funds previously appropriated for the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 22000) and the Annual Street Rehabilitation Program (CIP No. 21000)
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA):
This project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 “Existing Facilities” of the CEQA Guidelines, which exempts the repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of streets, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and street trees.
7‑9. Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015) – Award of Consulting Contract No. C2340 for Development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202348, authorizing the City Manager to award Contract No. C2340 to RDG for development of the Albany Hill Forest Management and Habitat Restoration Plan, in the nottoexceed amount of $158,848, using funds previously appropriated for the Albany Hill Eucalyptus Project (CIP No. 41015)
7‑10. Amendment #3 to Contract No. C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department Project Review and Inspection Services
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202349, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 to Contract No.
C1628 with Phillips Seabrook Associates for Community Development Department project review and inspection services
7‑11. Cooperative Agreement with University of California Berkeley Staff Recommendation: That the Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Albany and the University of California Berkeley
7‑12. Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant Project Agreement with Alameda County
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 202350, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Alameda County for the use of Fiscal Year 202324 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $118,308 and authorizing the appropriation of said funds to be reimbursed to the City for expenditures incurred 7‑13. Recommendation of Consultant to Conduct Racial Equity Survey Staff Recommendation: That the Council authorize staff to work with The Justice Collective to develop a contract for services to conduct a racial equity survey for the City of Albany
8. PRESENTATION
8‑1. Revenue Measures Overview
Staff Recommendation: That the Council receive a presentation from NBS Government Solutions regarding an overview of municipal revenue options and provide feedback to staff on any next steps
9. PUBLIC HEARING
9‑1. Public Hearing on the Levy of Assessments within Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
Staff Recommendation: That the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 51,confirming the diagram and assessment, levying assessments in Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 19881 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 (pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972) and ordering of the levy to be placed on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 secured property tax roll
9‑2. Seismic Safety Soft Story Retrofit Ordinance, First Reading Staff Recommendation: That the Council:
1. Introduce and waive for first reading Ordinance No. 202304, an ordinance amending the code of the City of Albany, California (1988) to require seismic retrofit of certain residential buildings.
2. Adopt Resolution 202352, authorizing the mayor to send letters of support advocating for state funding of soft story retrofits.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11. NEW BUSINESS
12. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS, COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS ON APPOINTED REPRESENTATION OF ALBANY, AND OTHER MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Council Subcommittees report, if they have met, and reports on any local, state or regional government meetings at which they have represented the City of Albany.
Council members may provide reports on any meetings and/or community events and activities they have attended or plan to attend that they believe may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. The Mayor may invite community members who represent Albany at such meetings to report as well.
A written report of meetings attended provided to staff is encouraged in advance of the posting of the Council agenda to include with the agenda materials. The Council shall have the authority to take action regarding any agendized written recommendations provided under this agenda category as needed.
City Council Appointed
Representation Bodies
Appointee Alternate
Alameda County Mayors’ Conference Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Transportation
Commission Jordan Miki
Alameda County Waste Management
Authority HansenRomero Jordan
Association of Bay Area Government Tiedemann Jordan
East Bay Community Energy JPA Board Tiedemann López
East Bay Sports Field Recreational
Authority JPA Miki HansenRomero
Housing Authority of Alameda County McQuaid N/A
League of California Cities (East Bay) Miki López
Alameda County Mosquito Abatement
District López N/A
Alameda County Library Advisory
Commission Jordan Tiedemann
Rausser College of Natural Resources
Dean’s Advisory Committee on the Gill
Tract (DAC)
López N/A
Police & Fire Pension Fund Board Tiedemann Miki
Alameda County Paratransit Advisory &
Planning Committee (PAPCO) (vacant) N/A
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Members and City Manager note upcoming agenda items that may be of interest to the Council, staff, or public. Council Members may request that items be placed on a future agenda.
14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITY MEETINGS AND EVENTS Information available on City website https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citycalendar City Calendar web page and City eNews: https://www.albanyca.org/ourcity/citynews. No public comment will be taken.
Upcoming City Meetings
1. Climate Action Committee Meeting, Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
2. Transportation Commission Meeting, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 28, 7:00 PM, City Hall Council Chambers
15. ADJOURNMENT
Per City Council Resolution No. 202113, no Council meeting shall continue past 10:30 p.m. unless a twothirds majority of the Council votes to extend the meeting to discuss specified items; and any motion to extend the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. shall include a list of specific agenda items to be covered. Any items not completed at a regularly scheduled Council meeting shall be continued to the next regular meeting or by a twothirds majority vote of the Council to an adjourned regular meeting.
The Council agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 5285710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the City Council or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65009, 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 a public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
The decision of the City Council is final as of the date of its decision unless judicial review is initiated pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.5. Any such petition for judicial review is subject to the provisions of California Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 5285710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible.
Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.
How to watch or listen to the meeting:
1. Meetings are available to watch, listen, or participate virtually via Zoom webinar.
Register for the meeting: https://albanyca.zoom.us/s/87852424530. To join by phone via Zoom, please call at the noticed meeting time 1 (669) 9009128. Webinar ID 878 5242 4530. Participant ID “#”.
2. Meetings are also streamed live on City website www.albanyca.org/meetingsor on YouTube(www.YouTube.com/AlbanyKALB). Recordingof the meetingsare usually available for viewing 24 hours after the meeting.
3. Meetings are broadcast live and re broadcast on local TV – Albany KALB Channel.
How to submit Public Comment:
1. Members of the public may attend City Council meetings in person at City Hall Council Chambers and request to speak during public comment period.
2. Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the City Council [email protected] with the agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the City Council and be included as part of the meeting record.
3. To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re muted.
4. To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken. You will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6 when it is your turn to make your comment. You will be remuted after the allotted time.
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