CITY OF AMERICAN CANYON
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ACTION MINUTES
January 21, 2025
3:00 P.M. – CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL - CLOSED SESSION
Present: Councilmember Brando Cruz, Councilmember Melissa Lamattina, Councilmember David Oro, Vice Mayor Mark Joseph, Mayor Pierre Washington
Absent: None
Excused: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There were no public comments on closed session items.
MEETING RECESS - COUNCIL TO CONVENE IN CLOSED SESSION
3:00 P.M. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. Matters Relating to Public Employment Public Employee Performance Evaluation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.
Positions: Jason Holley, City Manager; William Ross, City Attorney
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation. Authorized pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
a) City of American Canyon v. City of Vallejo, et al. (Sacramento Superior Court Case No. 34- 2022-00327471).
b) City of Vallejo v. City of American Canyon et al. (Third District Court of Appeal Case No.
C102070; formerly Sacramento County Superior Court Case No. 23WM000055). c) City of Vallejo v. City of American Canyon et al. (Sacramento County Superior Court Case No. 24WM000078).
d) City of Vallejo v. City of American Canyon et al. (Marin County Superior Court Case No.
CV0003752).
3. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation. Authorized pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(2). One (1) Matter.
6:30 P.M. OPEN SESSION - REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - COUNCIL TO RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
The City Council meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
ROLL CALL - OPEN SESSION
Present: Councilmember Brando Cruz, Councilmember Melissa Lamattina, Councilmember David Oro, Vice Mayor Mark Joseph, Mayor Pierre Washington
Absent: None
Excused: None
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION/CONFIRMATION OF REPORTABLE ACTION A report on Closed Session and confirmation of reportable action was given by City Attorney William Ross.
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COMMENTS - ITEMS NOT ON CLOSED SESSION OR OPEN SESSION AGENDA Mayor Washington opened public comments. Written comments: Ahna Jotter; Amanda Meltzer; Chuck Taylor; Claus Blem; D. Belef; Dianne Weyna; Gary Linowski; Jim Haugen; Julie Tattan; Lynne Baker; Mandy Ung; Mark Headley; Nelson Monge; Patti Ihli; Paul Hoffman; Robyn Stuhr; Sarah Zaki; Terry England. Oral comments: Wallace Ingalls was called to speak; Kara Vernor was called to speak; Leon Garcia was called to speak; Mark van Gorder was called to speak. The public comment period was closed.
AGENDA CHANGES
There were no changes to the agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Action: Motion to adopt CONSENT CALENDAR made by Councilmember David Oro, seconded by Vice Mayor Mark Joseph, and CARRIED by roll call vote.
Ayes: Councilmember Brando Cruz, Councilmember Melissa Lamattina, Councilmember David Oro, Vice Mayor Mark Joseph, Mayor Pierre Washington Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Excused: None
4. Minutes of December 17, 2024
Action: Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of December 17, 2024.
5. Minutes of January 15, 2025
Action: Approved the minutes of the Special City Council - Planning Commission Interviews meeting of January 15, 2025.
6. Report Upon Return from Closed Session
Action: Approved the Report Upon Return from Closed Session for the Regular City Council meeting of December 17, 2024.
7. Acceptance of Class 1 Bicycle Path improvements adjacent to Wetlands Edge Court Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-01 accepting the Class 1 Bicycle Path improvements adjacent to Wetlands Edge Court and associated with the SDG Commerce 217 Wine Warehouse Project.
8. OpenGov Agreement for Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-02 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement (Agreement 2025-08) with OpenGov for CMMS Software Solution.
9. Amendment # 1 to Agreement # 2024-86 - Anderson Home Repair, Inc.
Action: Adopted Resolution 2025-03 authorizing Amendment #1 (Agreement 2025-09) to Agreement #2024-86 - Anderson Home Repair, Inc. for Wastewater and Water Operations Management Services in the amount of $220,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $315,000
10. Measure T MOE and Equivalent Fund Certification FY2023/24 Action: Took the following actions related to Measure "T" (The Napa Countywide Road Maintenance Act): Adopted Resolution 2025-04 approving the Maintenance of Effort (MOE) certification of $370,015 as required under Measure "T" Program (The Napa Countywide Road Maintenance Act). Adopted Resolution 2025-05 approving certification of Equivalent Fund expenditures under the Measure "T" Program (The Napa Countywide Road Maintenance Act).
11. Ordinance Modifying Certain Compensation Provisions for the Members of the City Council Second Reading
Action: Waived reading, read by title only, and adopted Ordinance 2024-09 modifying the compensation of the members of City Council.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no Public Hearing items.
BUSINESS
12. Notice Voiding Planning Commission's Issuance of Napa Valley Ruins and Gardens (NVRG) Fencing Design Review Permit
Council received an informational staff report from City Attorney William Ross. No action required.
MANAGEMENT AND STAFF ORAL REPORTS
None
MAYOR/COUNCIL COMMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
The mayor and council members provided oral reports and announced items of community interest.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. Future Agenda Items of Note
Action: Motion to add to the February 4, 2025 agenda, a Community Service Award Policy made by Vice Mayor Mark Joseph, seconded by Councilmember David Oro, and CARRIED by roll call vote.
Ayes: Councilmember Brando Cruz, Councilmember Melissa Lamattina, Councilmember David Oro, Vice Mayor Mark Joseph, Mayor Pierre Washington Nays: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Excused: None
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned to closed session at 6:58 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
Respectfully Submitted,
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Taresa Geilfuss, City Clerk