ANNOTATED AGENDA
Antioch City Council
SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING
Including the Antioch City Council acting as
Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency
Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Time: 5:00 P.M. – Special Meeting/Study Session
6:00 P.M. – Closed Session
7:00 P.M. – Regular Meeting
Place: Council Chambers
200 ‘H’ Street
Antioch, CA 94509
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Lamar A. Hernandez-Thorpe, Mayor Ellie Householder, City Clerk Monica E. Wilson, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Lauren Posada, City Treasurer Tamisha Torres-Walker, Council Member District 1
Michael Barbanica, Council Member District 2 Kwame P. Reed, Acting City Manager Lori Ogorchock, Council Member District 3 Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney
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5:00
P.M. ROLL CALL – SPECIAL MEETING/STUDY SESSION – for Council Members – All Present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
S
TUDY SESSION
SM-1. PRESENTATION OF THE DRAFT 5 -YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 2024 - 2029 (P.W. 150-24)
Direction provided to staff.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council review and provide feedback to staff regarding the draft 5- Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 2024-2029.
5:29
P.M. MOTIONED TO ADJOURN SPECIAL MEETING/STUDY SESSION
6:0
1 P.M. ROLL CALL – CLOSED SESSION – for Council Members – All Present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS for Closed Session
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CLOSED SESSION:
1) CO NFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION – pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9: Felecia Sonnier v. City of Antioch, Superior Court of California Contra Costa County (Case No.
C21-01165).
Council auth orized settlement of $225,000; approved, 5/0
2) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATONS – pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.8; Property: East 18th Street and Wilson Street (APN 051- 400-027), Antioch, CA; Negotiating Parties: City of Antioch Negotiators: Kwame Reed, Acting City Manager and Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney; Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Negotiator:
Aaron J. McAlister, Deputy Fire Chief; Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment.
Direction provided to City Attorney
3) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT – RECRUITMENT OF CITY MANAGER. This closed session is authorized pursuant to California Government Code section 54957(b)(1).
No Reportable Action
6:05
P.M. MOTIONED TO ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
7:15
P.M. ROLL CALL – REGULAR MEETING – for City /City Council Members acting as Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency – All Present
M
OMENT OF SILENCE IN MEMORY OF WILLIE MIMS
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CITY ATTORNEY TO REPORT OUT ON CLOSED SESSION
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA – Continued from May 14, 2024, Council Meeting
1. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTED DISCUSSION ITEM – DISCUSSION ON A FUTURE
PRESENTATION FROM THE ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT ON THE TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT UTILIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT
Direction provided to staff to bring back a presentation.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide direction to City staff.
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COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA – Continued from May 14, 2024, Council Meeting
2. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTED DISCUSSION ITEM – DISCUSSION ON THE CREATION
OF A CITY COMMISSION FOR SENIORS/MATURE ADULTS
Council Member Ogorchock will bring back ad hoc committee information from Brentwood for discussion.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide direction to City staff.
3. FUTURE PLANS FOR THE ANTIOCH POLICE CRIME PREVENTION COMMISSION Direction provided to staff to prepare a resolution for an ad hoc committee to propose the future mission and purpose.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council direct staff to take one of the following actions:
• Initiate the candidate application process to fill the vacancies on the Police Crime Prevention Commission;
• Prepare an ordinance to dissolve the Police Crime Prevention Commission;
• Prepare a resolution for an ad hoc committee to propose the future mission and purpose of the Antioch Police Crime
Prevention Commission;
• Take no action.
4. INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY EMPLOYEES
5. PROCLAMATION
• Recognizing June 2024 as Pride Month in the City of Antioch Approved, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council approve the proclamation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF BOARD AND COMMISSION OPENINGS
CONTRA COSTA MOSQUITO & VECTOR CONTROL BOARD
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
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PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may comment only on unagendized items.
The public may comment on agendized items when they come up on this Agenda.
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMUNICATIONS
MAYOR’S COMMENTS
7. CONSENT CALENDAR for City /City Council Members acting as Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency
A. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR MAY 14, 2024 Approved, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Meeting Minutes.
B. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING/CLOSED SESSION MINUTES FOR MAY 15, 2024
Approved, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Special Meeting/Closed Session Minutes.
C. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL WARRANTS
Approved, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council approve the warrants.
D. APPROVAL OF HOUSING SUCCESSOR WARRANTS
Approved, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council approve the warrants.
E. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE 2024-25 FISCAL YEAR
Reso No. 2024/65 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt the resolution selecting the California per capita personal income cost of living growth factor for Fiscal Year 2024- 25, selecting the population percent change certified by the State Department of Finance for Fiscal Year 2024-25, and establishing the appropriations limit for the 2024-25 Fiscal Year as $180,022,791.
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CONSENT CALENDAR for City /City Council Members acting as Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency – Continued
F. ARCTIC WOLF NETWORK AGREEMENT FOR CYBERSECURITY SERVICES Reso No. 2024/66 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute an agreement with Arctic Wolf Network cybersecurity services in the amount not to exceed $97,000.
G. AGREEMENT SUPPLEMENT NO. 3 WITH CONTRA COSTA COUNTY FOR LIBRARY MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 IN THE AMOUNT OF $180,259
Reso No. 2024/67 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt the resolution:
1) Approving Agreement Supplement No. 3 with Contra Costa County for library maintenance and service for Fiscal Year 2024-25 in the amount of $180,259; and
2) Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the agreement.
H. AWARD OF A MULTI -YEAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH KARLA’S
JANITORIAL & SUPPLIERS, LLC FOR JANITORIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES Reso No. 2024/68 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution:
1) Awarding a multi -year Maintenance Services Agreement to Karla’s Janitorial & Suppliers, LLC for Janitorial Maintenance Services beginning July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $661,009.20 with an annual contingency of 20
percent for extra services for a total of $793,211.04 with an option to extend the agreement two (2) additional years in the amount of $463,000.08 with an annual contingency amount of 20 percent for extra services for a five (5) year amount not to exceed $1,348,811.14;
2) Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
3) Authorizing the Acting City Manager or designee to make the necessary budget amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024/25
Operating Budget in the amount of $100,843 for Janitorial Maintenance Services.
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CONSENT CALENDAR for City /City Council Members acting as Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency – Continued
I. AWARD OF A MULTI -YEAR MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ALTA FENCE CO. FOR FENCING PARTS & INSTALLATION SERVICES
Reso No. 2024/69 adopted, 4/1 (Torres-Walker – Abstained) Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution:
1) Awarding a multi -year Maintenance Services Agreement to Alta Fence Co. for Fencing Parts and Installation Services beginning July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $600,000 with an option to extend the agreement two (2) additional years in the amount of $400,000 for a five (5) year amount not to exceed $1,000,000; and
2) Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
J. DISPLAY OF THE PRIDE PROGRESS FLAG AT CITY HALL
Reso No. 2024/70 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council move to adopt the resolution directing the Acting City Manager or designee to fly the Pride Progress Flag at City Hall throughout the month of
June 2024 in recognition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender, Questioning Community Pride Month in the City of Antioch.
K. ANNUAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICAL PURCHASES
Reso No. 2024/71 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution:
1) Approving the joint agency cooperative purchase agreement for Water Treatment Plant chemicals for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, for a total amount not to exceed $1,997,589; and
2) Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the cooperative purchase agreement.
L. ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT DEED TO THE CITY OF ANTIOCH CONVEYING LOTS “B,” “C,” AND “D” FOR THE MIRA VISTA HILLS UNIT 7 SUBDIVISION (TRACT # 5547) Reso No. 2024/72 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to accept a grant deed to the City of Antioch conveying Lots “B,” “C,” and “D” for the Mira Vista Hills Unit 7 Subdivision (Tract# 5547).
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CONSENT CALENDAR for City /City Council Members acting as Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency – Continued
M. RESOLUTION APPROVING CONSOLIDATED ENGINEER’S REPORT AND DECLARING
INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR THE HILLCREST,
CITYWIDE, DOWNTOWN, ALMONDRIDGE, LONE TREE, AND EAST LONE TREE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS, AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING (P.W. 500) Reso No. 2024/73 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt the resolution approving the Consolidated Engineer’s Report and setting July 23, 2024, as the date for the Public Hearing.
N. AWARD OF A MULTI -YEAR SUPPLY PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH AMAYA SOLUTIONS INC. FOR THE SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF ANTI -SCALANT MEGAFLUX
FOR WATER TREATMENT
Reso No. 2024/74 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution:
1) Awarding a multi -year Supply Purchase Agreement to the lowest, responsive, and responsible bidder, Amaya Solutions Inc., DBA American Water Chemicals beginning July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 in the amount of $508,144.41 with an option to extend two (2) additional years in the amount of $391,609.73 for a five (5) year total amount not to exceed $899,754.14; and
2) Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the
agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
O. ACCEPTANCE OF FUNDING AWARD FROM #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH JOB CORPS
Reso No. 2024/75 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution:
1) Accepting the funding award from the #CaliforniansForAII Youth Job Corps program through CaliforniaVolunteers, Office of Governor;
2) Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the associated agreements in a form approved by the City Attorney, accepting the award; and
3) Directing the Acting City Manager or designee to spend the funding to implement the initiatives, aligning with the City's strategic objectives and priorities, by the end of calendar year 2025.
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P. APPROVAL OF AWARDS FOR THE 2024-2025 YOUTH SERVICES NETWORK GRANTS Reso No. 2024/76 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the funding of a total of $307,275 of awards for Fiscal Year 2024- 25 to the following community -based organizations (CBOs) and non- profits providing essential services to youth and young adults in Antioch:
• Architecture Foundation of San Francisco- $20,000.00-Workforce Development for Interns to participate in a design studio led by a design professional.
• CASA of Contra Costa County -$5,000-Academic Support/Mentorship: CASA Contra Costa County seeks funding to expand and strengthen its trauma-informed tutoring program, which is specifically designed to support foster children and youth in Antioch and throughout the county.
• RR Transitional Housing (Fall) -$5,290-Academic Support/Mentorship: The tutoring program operates on a structured schedule, convening twice a week for two hours each session during the summer months.
• RR Transitional Housing (Fall) -$16,050-Academic Support/Mentorship: The tutoring program operates on a structured schedule, convening twice a week for two hours each session during the fall months.
• RR Transitional Housing (Spring) - $16,934 - Academic Support/Mentorship: The tutoring program operates on a structured schedule, convening twice a week for two hours each session during spring months.
• Richmond Community Foundation (RCF Connects) - $50,000 - Civic and Social engagement:
youth will cultivate a deep s ense of civic engagement and social responsibility among the youth, especially focusing on those from underserved communities.
• One Day at a Time- $40,000-Civic and Social engagement: Youth will understand privilege, racism, and intersectionality in a welcoming and encouraging environment.
• Bridge Builders to the New Generation (Summer)-$65,000-Personal Enrichment: This is a highly engaged camp experience for Antioch youth, who will participate in an interactive, dynamic, and transformational learning cohort. Each day is themed to reflect the day's learning objective during summer.
• Bridge Builders to the New Generation (Spring)-$10,000-Personal Enrichment: This is a highly engaged camp experience for Antioch youth. They will participate in an interactive, dynamic, and transformational learning cohort. Each day during spring break is themed to reflect the day's learning objective.
• Bridge Builders to the New Generation (Fall)-$10,000-Personal Enrichment: This is a highly engaged camp experience for Antioch youth. They will participate in an interactive, dynamic, and transformational learning cohort. Each day during fall break is themed to reflect the day's learning objective.
• Antioch Unified School District-$20,000-Physical Health: This program promotes physical activity and teaches foundational skills to students in grades K-6. It helps bridge the equity gap and ensures that every student has access to the benefits of physical activity.
• J6 - $24,000-Physical Health: Youth are engaged in and assisted in personal growth, academic success, and avenues for future advancement through basketball and broader professional arenas.
• Trade Jobs for You-$25,000-Workforce Development: The new innovative leader in the beauty industry is an apprentice program in cosmetology and barbering. It includes training and placement.
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PUBLIC HEARING
8. PROPOSED UPDATES TO THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2024 Reso No. 2024/77 adopted, 5/0
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution updating and approving the Master Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2024.
9:53
P.M. C OUNCIL MEMBER TORRES-WALKER LEFT THE MEETING.
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA
9. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTED DISCUSSION ITEM: CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR
A BAN OR MORATORIUM ON NEW GAS STATIONS AND THE EXPANSION OF FUEL
DISPENSERS AT EXISTING GAS STATIONS
No Action Taken
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff to initiate the policy process to prepare a:
• ban or temporary moratorium on the development of new gas stations and
• ban or temporary moratorium on the expansion of fossil fuel dispensers (pumps) at existing gas stations.
10. FUTURE PLANS FOR THE POLICE OVERSIGHT STANDING COMMITTEE Direction provided to staff to dissolve the Police Oversight Standing Committee; approved, 4/0 (Torres-Walker – Absent) Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council dissolve the Police Oversight Standing Committee.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS – Council Members report out various activities and any Council Member may place an item for discussion and direction on a future agenda. Timing determined by Mayor and Acting City Manager – no longer than 90 days.
MOTION TO ADJOURN – After Council Communications and Future Agenda Items, the Mayor will make a motion to adjourn the meeting. A second motion is required, and then a majority vote is required to adjourn the meeting.
Motioned to adjourn meeting at 10:21 p.m., 4/0
1 Agenda Item #
STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Kwame P. Reed, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: City Council Requested Discussion Item - Discussion on a Future Presentation from the Antioch Police Department on the Tools and Equipment Utilized by the Department
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide direction to City staff.
FISCAL IMPACT
The recommended action has no fiscal impact at this time.
DISCUSSION
This item is for Councilmember Torres- request
to consider a future presentation from the Antioch Police Department on the tools and equipment utilized by the department.
ATTACHMENTS
None
2 Agenda Item #
STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Kwame P. Reed, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: City Council Requested Discussion Item - Discussion on the Creation of a City Commission for Seniors/Mature Adults
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide direction to City staff.
FISCAL IMPACT
The recommended action has no fiscal impact at this time.
DISCUSSION
This item is for Councilmember Ogorchock request to
consider the creation a City Commission for Seniors/Mature Adults.
ATTACHMENTS
None
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STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney TLS
SUBJECT: Future Plans for the Antioch Police Crime Prevention Commission
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council direct staff to take one of the following actions:
Initiate the candidate application process to fill the vacancies on the Police Crime Prevention Commission;
Prepare an ordinance to dissolve the Police Crime Prevention Commission; Prepare a resolution for an ad hoc committee to propose the future mission and purpose of the Antioch Police Crime Prevention Commission; Take no action.
FISCAL IMPACT
If the City Council elects to retain and reactivate the Police Crime Prevention Commission, the fiscal impact would include staffing costs for the time dedicated by the Antioch Police Department staff liaison, the City Clerk’s Office staff, and the City Attorney’s Office staff. The Commission would also have expenses associated with training and development.
DISCUSSION
The Antioch Municipal Code (AMC) states that the Police Crime Prevention Commission consists of seven (7) members and has duties as specified by the City Council from time to time (AMC § 2-5.106). The AMC does not provide any other information on the Commission. For example, it does not explain the mission, purpose, responsibilities, or duties of the Commission. When the Antioch Police Crime Prevention Commission was active, they were involved in coordination of various neighborhood watch groups and special community events such as National Night Out.
The Police Crime Prevention Commission has not met since 2021, due to a lack of a quorum at meetings. The most recent meeting for the Antioch Police Crime Prevention Commission was Monday, September 20, 2021. The regular agenda for that meeting included the following items:
Antioch City Council Report
May 28, 2024 Agenda Item#3 2
Neighborhood & Business Watch Implementation – Report by All Commissioners Community Outreach Sub Committee, “Bridging the Gap”
Proposal to Change Mission Statement and Responsibility for Crime Prevention Commission
Publicize Neighborhood Watch and Available Tools with Social Media Current and Future Commission Openings
Antioch Historical Museum Recognition
o Recommended Action: Review from last meeting and next steps.
In-Person Meetings
o Recommended Action: Obtain guidance on if the State’s expiration executive order will remain in place or if in person meetings are to resume in October.
The regular agenda of the July 19, 2021 meeting of the Commission contained the following items:
Antioch Noise Ordinances
o Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Commissioners review and discuss Lessons Learned from presentation and Neighborhood Watch groups regarding noise ordinances and research recommendations.
Antioch Historical Museum Recognition
o Recommended Action: Review and discuss next steps
National Night Out 2021
o Recommended Action: Discuss possible options and decide on next steps
The regular agenda of the June 21, 2021 meeting of the Commission contained the following items:
PCPC Neighborhood Watch and Available Social Media Tools Document o Recommended Action: Receive update and review document for next steps.
Antioch Noise Ordinances
o Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Commissioners review and discuss lessons learned from Neighborhood Watch groups regarding noise ordinances and research recommendations.
Neighborhood Watch Commission Assignments
o Recommended Action: Review new assignments and provide feedback to Coordinator Ho.
Bridging the Gap Program Review
o Recommended Action: Review program guidelines.
School Watch and Care Program
o Recommended Action: Discuss general program idea and determine next steps.
Presentation of Priority 2 & 3 Calls for Service
o Recommended Action: Review and receive staff’s presentation.
Antioch City Council Report
May 28, 2024 Agenda Item#3 3
Although the Police Crime Prevention Commission has not met since 2021, Neighborhood Watch and National Night Out continue to exist outside the purview of the Commission through the Police Department staff and Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) program.
With the exception of Chairperson Matthew Dawson, all of the terms of office for commissioners serving on the Police Crime Prevention Commission have expired. The following is a list of the commissioners and their terms of office:
Commissioner Term of Office
(Appointment – End of Term)
Matthew Dawson,
Chairperson 02/2021 06/2024
Dwayne Eubanks,
Vice Chair 04/2017 10/2021
Nichole Randolph 03/2021 10/2021
Robert Munton 08/2020 10/2021
Clyde H. Lewis Jr. 04/2019 02/2023
Vacancy 08/2020 06/2023
Vacancy 02/2021 10/2024
Staff is seeking City Council’s direction on its future plans for the Police Crime Prevention Commission.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
RECOGNIZING JUNE 2024 AS
PRIDE MONTH
IN THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
WHEREAS, this month and every month, the City of Antioch stands with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning+ (LGBTQ+) community as they declare their pride in who they are and who they love;
WHEREAS, d
is a gift that makes all of us stronger, and we rededicate ourselves to the ongoing cause of equality, acceptance, and freedom for all;
WHEREAS, while society at large increasingly supports LGBTQ+ equality, it is essential to acknowledge that the need for education and awareness remains vital to end discrimination and prejudice;
WHEREAS, as we celebrate the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community and their hard-won victories to advance acceptance and equality, we stand together, united, to defend and build on the progress of the LGBTQ+ community toward a better, more inclusive, and safer future for all;
WHEREAS, with the rainbow flag proudly raised at City Hall, Antioch stands with LGBTQ+ people, their loved ones, and allies throughout the state and across the country; and
WHEREAS, celebrating Pride Month influences awareness and provides support and advocacy for Antioch's LGBTQ+ community, and is an opportunity to take action and engage in dialogue to strengthen alliances, build acceptance and advance equal rights.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, LAMAR A. HERNANDEZ-THORPE, Mayor of the City of Antioch, do hereby declare the month of June 2024 as Pride Month in the City of Antioch and invite everyone to reflect on ways we can live and work together with a commitment to mutual respect and understanding.
MAY 28, 2024
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LAMAR A. HERNANDEZ-THORPE, Mayor 5
05-28-24
BOARD / COMMISSION / COMMITTEE
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Phone: (925) 779-7009 OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK200 H Street/P.O. Box 5007 [email protected] Antioch, CA. 94531-5007
https://bit.ly/COA-BC23 AntiochIsOpportunity.com
The City of Antioch urges residents to become involved in their local community! One way to do so is to serve on the various Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Any interested resident is encouraged to apply for the vacancies by 5:00 p.m. on the deadline below.
E ADLINE DATE: FRIDAY, 1 , 2024:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
o Two (2) vacancies, expiring June 2025
o Three (3) vacancies, expiring June 2027
o One (1) Chamber of Commerce vacancy, expiring June 2027 E ADLINE DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024:
CONTRA COSTA MOSQUITO & VECTOR CONTROL BOARD
o One (1) vacancy, expiring April 2026
To be considered for the vacancy position(s)
listed above, please fill out an application
available on the City’s website at
https://bit.ly/COA-BC23. Printed applications
are also available at Antioch City Hall, 200 H
Street, Antioch, CA.
Please return the completed application by the
deadline date listed above, by email to:
[email protected]. You can also drop off
the application (Attn: City Clerk), in the water
billing drop-off box outside Antioch City Hall.
Your interest and desire to serve our community can make a difference.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Two (2) Vacancies, expiring June 2025
Three (3) Vacancies, expiring June 2027
One (1) Chamber of Commerce Vacancy, expiring June 2027 Deadline Date: By 5:00 p.m., 1 , 2024
The City of Antioch encourages residents to become involved in their local community. One way to do so is to serve on various commissions, boards, and committees. Any interested resident is encouraged to apply.
Purpose:
Economic Development Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council in matters pertaining to economic development issues within the City and makes recommendations to the City Council and staff regarding policies, regulations, marketing, development strategies and planning activities designed to enhance the City’s economic base and create quality jobs.
Committee Seats:
Seven (7) Members, 4-year terms.
o At least five (5) members shall be Antioch residents/electors. Non-resident members shall own or operate a business in the City of Antioch.
o Members with backgrounds in commercial real estate, marketing or investment banking are strongly preferred.
o Antioch Chamber of Commerce shall recommend one member.
Meetings:
Regular meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 200 H Street, Antioch CA.
First Tuesday in February, April, June, October, and December.
Third Tuesday in July.
First Tuesday on an as-needed basis only, in March, May, and November.
No Meetings are held during January or August
Additional Requirements:
Commissioners are required to submit the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Form 700 (Statement of Economic Interests) upon assuming office, and every year thereafter.
Commissioners are required to complete a 2-hour online AB1234 Ethics training course within one year of their appointment.
Newly appointed and reappointed members are required to take an Oath of Office administered by the City Clerk.
To be considered for these volunteer position(s), a completed application must be emailed to:
[email protected], or mailed/delivered to the Office of the City Clerk, by the deadline date listed above. Applications are available on the City’s website at: https://bit.ly/COA-BC23, and at the City Clerk’s Office.
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY MOSQUITO &
VECTOR CONTROL BOARD OF TRUSTEES
One (1) Vacancy, expiring April 2026
Extended Deadline Date: By 5:00 p.m., May 31, 2024
The City of Antioch encourages residents to become involved in their local community.
One way to do so is to serve on various commissions, boards, and committees. Any interested resident is encouraged to apply.
Purpose:
The Board of Trustees are officials appointed by their respective city councils to govern the Mosquito and Vector Control District knowledgeably and effectively. They serve without compensation for a term of two to four years and are highly dedicated to this community service.
Additional information regarding the responsibilities and duties are available online at www.contracostamosquito.com.
Qualifications:
To be eligible, you must be an Antioch resident and a Contra Costa County taxpayer who is at least 18 years old and interested in any of the following areas: public health, public policy, wetlands, farming, community education, finance, personnel, or land development.
Meetings:
Board meets on the second Monday of every other the month starting January at 7:00 p.m., and occasionally, it may be necessary to hold a special Board meeting.
Location:
Meetings are to be held at the District Office address, located at 155 Mason Circle, Concord If you are interested in pursuing volunteer positions with the City of Antioch, please complete an application and submit it via email to [email protected], or mail/deliver it to the Office of the City Clerk, by the deadline date mentioned above.
Applications must include your responses to the Questionnaire to be considered.
Applications are available on the City’s website at:
https://bit.ly/COA-BC23, and at the City Clerk’s Office.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
INCLUDING THE ANTIOCH CITY COUNCIL
ACTING AS HOUSING SUCCESSOR
TO THE ANTIOCH DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Special/Regular Meeting May 14, 2024
7:00 P.M. Council Chambers
5:00 P.M. SPECIAL MEETING/STUDY SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe called the Special Meeting / Work Session to order at 5:00 P.M., and Acting City Clerk Rosales called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 2 Barbanica, District 3 Ogorchock, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
STUDY SESSION
SM-1. FISCAL YEAR 2023-25 MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW
Acting City Manager Reed introduced the Fiscal Year 2023-25 Mid-Year Budget Review.
Finance Director Merchant presented the staff report dated May 14, 2024, recommending the City Council provide feedback and direction on the draft mid-year budget options and adjustments to the fiscal year 2023-25 budget.
Councilmember Barbanica thanked Finance Director Merchant for the presentation. For the record, Finance Director Merchant confirmed that the City would be saving approximately $12M by purchasing the former PG&E property for the Public Safety and Community Resources Department.
Council consensus supported holding a Study Session on vacant positions, salary savings and the cause of separations across all departments.
Councilmember Torres-Walker thanked Finance Director Merchant for the presentation. She spoke in support of a community design process for the new Public Safety and Community Resources facility.
Following discussion Council consensus supported funding the following staffing requests:
Administrative Analyst II/III in Capital Improvement in lieu of an Administrative Analyst I General Laborer (Public Works)
Two (2) Water Distribution Operators I/II (Public Works) A 05-28-24
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Two (2) Water Treatment Plant Operators (Public Works)
Water Treatment Maintenance Worker I/II/III (Public Works) Water Treatment Instrument Technician I/II (Public Works) Fund one (1) Equipment Mechanic I/II position in lieu of one (1) Fleet Technician (PW) Two (2) Community Service Officers (CSOs) (Police) dedicated to parking enforcement Fund one (1) Human Resources Specialist position in lieu of one (1) Human Resources Technician (HR)
Fund one (1) Building Inspector position in lieu of one (1) Code Enforcement Officer (Community Development)
Increase Recreation Part-Time Help Budget
Other Budget Requests and ARPA Funding
Council consensus supported allocating $140,000 from the General Fund in Fiscal Year 2025 to purchase two (2) new fleet vehicles for parking enforcement.
Council directed staff to bring back the remainder of Other Budget Requests and ARPA Funding after budget adjustments were made to the Fiscal Year 2023-25 budget.
Sewer Rate Increases
Council consensus supported implementing staggered rate increases.
Other Items
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe suggested Council consider hiring incentives for Code Enforcement Officers.
MOTION TO ADJOURN SPECIAL MEETING/STUDY SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe adjourned the Special Meeting/Study Session at 6:25 P.M.
6:30 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe called the Closed Session to order at 6:30 P.M., and Acting City Clerk Rosales called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 2 Barbanica, District 3 Ogorchock, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe
1. CONFERENCE INVOLVING JOINT POWERS AGENCY Municipal Pooling Authority and California Affiliated Risk Management Authority (CARMA). Discussion will concern EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9 MARIA QUINTO-COLLINS, et al., v. CITY OF ANTIOCH, et al., United States District Court Northern District of California CASE NO.: 3:21-cv-06094-AMO; Name of local agency
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representative on joint powers agency board: Thomas Lloyd Smith, City of Antioch; Appearing on behalf of joint powers board: Linda Cox, Municipal Pooling Authority and Amanda Griffith, ERMA (Employment Risk Management Authority).
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9 JESSE WILSON AND DAJON SMITH v. CITY OF ANTIOCH, United States District Court for the Northern District of California CASE NO.: 3:24-cv- 02758-SK.
PUBLIC COMMENTS None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe adjourned to Closed Session at 6:32 P.M.
7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe called the meeting to order at 7:04 P.M., and City Clerk Householder called the roll.
Present: Council/Agency Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 2 Barbanica, District 3 Ogorchock, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CITY ATTORNEY TO REPORT OUT ON CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Smith reported the City Council had been in Closed Session and gave the following report: #1 CONFERENCE INVOLVING JOINT POWERS AGENCY, City Council approved a settlement in the amount of $7,500,000, by a 5/0 vote; and, #2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL, no reportable action.
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA Continued from April 23, 2024, Council Meeting
1. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTED DISCUSSION ITEM DISCUSSION ON A FUTURE
PRESENTATION FROM THE ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT ON THE TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT UTILIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT
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2. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTED DISCUSSION ITEM DISCUSSION ON THE
CREATION OF A CITY COMMISSION FOR SENIORS/MATURE ADULTS
3. FUTURE PLANS FOR THE ANTIOCH POLICE CRIME PREVENTION COMMISSION
On motion by Councilmember Barbanica, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council unanimously continued Council Regular Agenda Items #1-3 to the next Council meeting.
ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BARBANICA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
OGORCHOCK, THE CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY SUSPENDED THE RULES AND MOVED COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA ITEM #9, AFTER ITEM #4 PROCLAMATIONS.
4. PROCLAMATIONS
National Public Works Week, May 19 25, 2024
Be Kind to Animals Month, May 2024
Affordable Housing Month, May 2024
Mental Health Awareness Month, May 2024
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, May 2024 Jewish American Heritage Month, May 2024
National Water Safety Month, May 2024
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council approved the Proclamations. The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Barbanica, Ogorchock, Wilson, Hernandez-Thorpe Abstain: Torres-Walker
Lucy Meinhardt, Antioch Friends of Seniors, accepted the proclamation.
Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting introduced Chad Trisdell who accepted the National Public Works Week Proclamation.
Barbara Sobalvarro, Friends of Animal Services, accepted the Be Kind to Animals Month proclamation.
Jasmine Tarkoff, Hope Solutions and housing advocates accepted the Affordable Housing Month proclamation and recognized the winners of the Fair Housing Poster Contest.
Leslie May accepted the Mental Health Awareness proclamation.
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COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA
9. VACANCIES EXPIRING MARCH 2026 AND MARCH 2028
City Clerk Householder reported that Katherine Mundhenk was unable to attend the meeting for her reappointment this evening due to a previous engagement. She announced that Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe nominated Courney L. Jones
for the vacancy expiring March 2028 and she read her biography.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024/57
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Barbanica, the City Council members present unanimously adopted the
appointment of Courney L. Jones the
vacancy expiring March 2028.
City Clerk Householder administered the Oath of Office to Courney L. Jones.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024/58
On motion by Councilmember Barbanica, seconded by Councilmember Ogorchock, the City Council members present unanimously adopted the
appointment of Katherine Mundhenk
partial-term vacancy expiring March 2026.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS None
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF BOARD AND COMMISSION OPENINGS
City Clerk Householder announced the following Board and Commission openings.
Economic Development Commission
Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control Board
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS Continued
Leslie May announced Reimagine Antioch in conjunction with the State Return Project was hosting a Healing Circle from 1:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. on June 1, 2024.
A representative from ACCE Antioch announced they would be holding a press conference regarding the Pittsburg/Antioch Amtrak Station on May 22, 2024.
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Gavin Payton, NAACP Youth Council announced their Swearing-In Ceremony would be held on May 25, 2024, and they would also be hosting a Talent Show Fundraiser.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Leslie May encouraged the City to hire grant writers.
Erika Raulston spoke in support of Antioch becoming a Charter City.
Krystal Law-Brooks advocated for the City to streamline housing services.
Savannah and Gavin Payton, East County NAACP Youth Council, spoke in support of preserving and maintaining public transportation.
Katherine Ressa, Cal-American Corporation / and an
unidentified speaker, addressed issues they had with the patients of the methadone clinic located near their shopping center. They spoke in support of retention bonuses for Antioch Police Department (APD) and placing a police substation on their property.
Frank Sterling recognized the advocacy efforts of the Quinto family. He spoke in support of mandating that an officer facing discipline be ineligible for employment in Antioch. He requested Council agendize a Ceasefire Resolution and divestment.
Lucy Meinhardt, Antioch resident, suggested replacing the Police Crime Prevention Commission with neighborhood councils.
An unidentified speaker discussed several commercial properties for sale in Antioch and the finance documents of an elected official.
An unidentified speaker suggested a zoom option for public comments. She recognized various non-profits, She discussed an effort for Antioch to become a Charter City and encouraged everyone to support the Youth NAACP Talent Show.
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Wilson stated that given the agenda this evening she would report out on her committees at the next Council meeting.
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe announced CCTA would be meeting on May 15, 2025, and he would save the remainder of his remarks for the next Council meeting.
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6. CONSENT CALENDAR for City /City Council Members acting as Successor Agency/Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency
A. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 9, 2024
B. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 23, 2024
C. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL WARRANTS
D.
E.
F.
G. APPROVAL OF HOUSING SUCCESSOR WARRANTS
H. FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE
KPA GROUP FOR CITYWIDE SPACE PLANNING AND ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTATION SERVICES (P.W. 700-4)
I. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/59 ACCEPTANCE OF WORK AND NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE ANTIOCH CAPE SEAL PROJECT 2023 (P.W. 328-13)
J. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/60 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TESTING ENGINEERS, INC. FOR ON-CALL MATERIAL
TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTION SERVICES
K. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/61 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE MAINTENANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ALTA FENCE CO. FOR FENCING PARTS AND INSTALLATION
SERVICES
L. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/62 AWARD OF A MULTI-YEAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH TERRACARE ASSOCIATES FOR PARK MAINTENANCE
SERVICES
M. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/63 ZENCITY PUBLIC SURVEY TOOL CONTRACT
EXTENSION
N. 2024 ANNUAL EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS
O. REJECTION OF CLAIMS: KEITH BURTON, JUAN PABLO SAUCEDA, DASON MELIUS
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On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council unanimously approved the Council Consent Calendar with the exception of Items H, K, L and N, which were removed for further discussion.
Item H In response to an unidentified speaker, Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting explained the RFQ and contract process for the project.
Acting City Manager Reed requested this item be postponed for further review.
City Clerk Householder announced that Councilmember Barbanica was ill and left the meeting at 8:26 P.M.
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council members present unanimously postponed Item H.
Item K An unidentified speaker expressed concern regarding some of the terms of the contract.
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council approved Item K. The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Ogorchock, Wilson, Hernandez-Thorpe Abstain: Torres-Walker Absent: Barbanica
Item L An unidentified speaker expressed concern regarding some of the terms of the contract.
Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting reviewed the terms of the contract with Terra Care.
Councilmember Torres-Walker stated she had questions regarding how the City measured accountability, so she would be abstaining from the vote.
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council approved Item L. The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Ogorchock, Wilson, Hernandez-Thorpe Abstain: Torres-Walker Absent: Barbanica
Item N Acting City Manager Reed recognized employees who served the City for 20, 25 and 30 years.
PUBLIC HEARING
7. ADOPTING NEW FACILITY RESERVE FEE FOR TREATED WATER CAPACITY IN
THE BRACKISH WATER DESALINATION FACILITY REPLACING THE EXISTING -
BOLD WATER TREATMENT PLANT
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Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting presented the staff report dated May 14, 2024 recommending the City Council adopt a resolution: 1) Approving the Technical Memorandum Facility Reserve Fee for Brackish Water Desalination Facility Assets, dated April Reserve Fee for Treated Water Capacity based on the Study; 3) Repealing and superseding the existing Facility Reserve Fee for Treated Water Capacity; and 4) Directing the Acting City Manager or his designee to notify Contra Costa Water District pursuant to the Treated Water Service Amendatory Agreement between the City and Contra Costa Water District that it is capping its capacity right thereunder.
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe opened and closed the public hearing with no members of the public requesting to speak.
Councilmember Ogorchock suggested Council consider designating a certain amount of money to go directly to paying down the loan faster.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024/64
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council members present unanimously adopted the resolution 1) Approving the Technical Memorandum Facility Reserve Fee for Brackish Water Desalination Facility Assets, dated April 30, 2024, and Treated Water Capacity based on the Study; 3) Repealing and superseding the existing Facility Reserve Fee for Treated Water Capacity, 4) Apply $500k per year toward DWR Loan; and 5) Directing the Acting City Manager or his designee to notify Contra Costa Water District pursuant to the Treated Water Service Amendatory Agreement between the City and Contra Costa Water District that it is capping its capacity right thereunder.
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA Continued
7. DISCUSSION ITEM: JUST CAUSE EVICTION DRAFT ORDINANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe announced that translation services were available this evening.
Assistant City Attorney Kundinger presented the staff report dated May 14, 2024 recommending the City Council: 1) Review, discuss, and provide feedback to staff on the staff report and draft Just Cause Eviction Ordinance; and 2) Direct staff to: a) Add, delete, modify or retain provisions of the draft Just Cause Eviction Ordinance and return to the City Council for further review; b) Prepare a final version of the Just Cause Eviction Ordinance and introduce it at an upcoming City Council Meeting; or c) Take no further action.
Rev. Millie Phillips representing FAME / ERASE, laskey, Chipo Washington and Cecilia Perez, representing Rising Juntos, Eddie Gums and Tachina Garrett, representing ACCE Antioch, Gavin Payton, representing NAACPYC, Melvin Willis, representing ACCE Contra Costa, Shagoofa Khan and Patricia Granados representing Monument Impact, Ethan Silverstein
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and Leah Simon-Weisberg, representing California Center for Legal Services / ACCE, Devin W. and Leslie May offered suggested revisions to the draft ordinance.
Greg Tezzakis, California Apartment Association requested the City provide them the opportunity to meet with staff to discuss the terms outlined in the ordinance.
Following discussion, Council consensus directed staff to engage with the stakeholders to create the policies for the draft ordinance to bring back to Council for consideration.
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe offered to participate in the stakeholder meeting.
Councilmember Ogorchock and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe thanked Assistant City Attorney Kundinger for his comprehensive staff report.
PUBLIC COMMENT None
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Torres-Walker requested staff agendize a discussion on the formation of neighborhood councils.
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe explained that fees and taxes, police oversight and neighborhood councils existed in Charter Cities and the component to have those items was not provided for general law cities.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Councilmember Ogorchock, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council members present unanimously adjourned the meeting at 10:03 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Special Meeting/Closed Session May 15, 2024
2:00 P.M. Council Chambers
2:00 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe called the Closed Session to order at 2:00 P.M., and Acting City Clerk Rosales called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 2 Barbanica, District 3 Ogorchock, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe
Absent: Council Member District 1 Torres-Walker (arrived at 2:02 P.M.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT RECRUITMENT OF CITY MANAGER. This closed session is authorized pursuant to California Government Code section 54957(b)(1).
PUBLIC COMMENTS None
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe adjourned to Closed Session at 2:31 P.M.
[Council Member District 1 Torres-Walker arrived at 2:02 P.M.]
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION FROM CLOSED SESSION TO REPORT OUT
Mayor Pro Tem Wilson called the meeting to order at 5:50 P.M., and Acting City Clerk Rosales called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 2 Barbanica and Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson
Absent: Council Member District 3 Ogorchock and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe
CITY ATTORNEY TO REPORT OUT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM
City Attorney Smith reported the City Council had been in Closed Session and gave the following report: #1 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT RECRUITMENT OF CITY MANAGER, direction given to Director of Human Resources and City Attorney.
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Councilmember Barbanica, seconded by Councilmember Torres-Walker, the City Council members present unanimously adjourned the meeting at 5:51 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk
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7D
ATTACHMENT B
Base Year = 1986/87 - $20,840,418
New Calculated New Calculated
Year Rate Limit Year Rate Limit
97/98 1.0467 2011/12 1.0251
1.0214 x 45,938,248 = 49,112,581 1.0081 x 93,754,361 = 96,885,757
1.0691 1.0334
98/99 1.0415 2012/13 1.0377
1.0267 x 49,112,581 = 52,516,083 1.0075 x 96,885,757 = 101,294,059
1.0693 1.0455
99/00 1.0453 2013/14 1.0512
1.0218 x 52,516,083 = 56,092,428 1.0112 x 101,294,059 = 107,675,585
1.0681 1.0630
2000/01 1.0491 2014/15 0.9977
1.0269 x 56,092,428 = 60,428,373 1.0112 x 107,675,585 = 108,633,898
1.0773 1.0089
2001/02 1.0782 2015/16 1.0382
1.0280 x 60,428,373 = 66,978,809 1.0151 x 108,633,898 = 114,489,265
1.1084 1.0539
2002/03 0.9873 2016/17 1.0537
1.0384 x 66,978,809 = 68,666,675 1.0089 x 114,489,265 = 121,713,538
1.0252 1.0631
2003/04 1.0231 2017/18 1.0369
1.0276 x 68,666,675 = 72,189,275 1.0066 x 121,713,538 = 127,032,420
1.0513 1.0437
2004/05 1.0328 2018/19 1.0367
1.0154 x 72,189,275 = 75,704,893 1.0070 x 127,032,420 = 132,621,846
1.0487 1.0440
2005/06 1.0526 2019/20 1.0385
0.9995 x 75,704,893 = 79,649,118 1.0056 x 132,621,846 = 138,496,994
1.0521 1.0443
2006/07 1.0396 2020/21 1.0373
1.03 x 79,649,118 = 85,288,276 1.0009 x 138,496,994 = 143,787,579
1.07079 1.0382
2007/08 1.0442 2021/22 1.0573
0.9999 x 85,288,276 = 89,049,489 1.0055 x 143,787,579 = 152,860,575
1.0441 1.0631
2008/09 1.0429 2022/23 1.0755
1.0068 x 89,049,489 = 93,493,058 0.9994 x 152,860,575 = 164,309,832
1.0499 1.0749
2009/10 1.0062 2023/24 1.0444
1.0096 x 93,493,058 = 94,979,598 1.0094 x 164,309,832 = 173,215,425
1.0159 1.0542
2010/11 0.9746 2024/25 1.0362
1.0128 94,979,598 = 93,754,361 1.0030x 173,215,425= 180,022,791
0.9871 1.0393
CITY OF ANTIOCH
APPROPRIATION LIMIT
APPLICATION OF REVISED RATES
April 30, 2024
Dear Fiscal Officer:
Price Factor and Population Information
Appropriations Limit
California Revenue and Taxation Code section 2227 requires the Department of Finance to transmit an estimate of the percentage change in population to local governments.
Each local jurisdiction must use their percentage change in population factor for January 1, 2024, in conjunction with a change in the cost of living, or price factor, to calculate their appropriations limit for fiscal year 2024-25. Attachment A provides the change in California’s per capita personal income and an example for utilizing the factors to calculate the 2024-25 appropriations limit. Attachment B provides the city and unincorporated county population percentage change. Attachment C provides the population percentage change for counties and their summed incorporated areas. The population percentage change data excludes federal and state institutionalized populations and military populations.
Population Percent Change for Special Districts
Some special districts must establish an annual appropriations limit. California Revenue and Taxation Code section 2228 provides additional information regarding the appropriations limit. Article XIII B, section 9(C) of the California Constitution exempts certain special districts from the appropriations limit calculation mandate. Special districts required by law to calculate their appropriations limit must present the calculation as part of their annual audit. Any questions special districts have on this requirement should be directed to their county, district legal counsel, or the law itself. No state agency reviews the local appropriations limits.
Population Certification
The population certification program applies only to cities and counties. California Revenue and Taxation Code section 11005.6 mandates Finance to automatically certify any population estimate that exceeds the current certified population with the State Controller’s Office. Finance will certify the higher estimate to the State Controller by June 1, 2024. Please note: The prior year’s city population estimates may be revised. The per capita personal income change is based on historical data.
If you have any questions regarding this data, please contact the Demographic Research Unit at (916) 323-4086.
/s Erika Li
Attachment
ATTACHMENT C, P. 1
April 2024
Attachment A
A. Price Factor: Article XIII B specifies that local jurisdictions select their cost of living factor to compute their appropriation limit by a vote of their governing body. The cost of living factor provided here is per capita personal income. If the percentage change in per capita personal income is selected, the percentage change to be used in setting the fiscal year 2024-25 appropriation limit is:
Per Capita Personal Income
Fiscal Year Percentage change
(FY) over prior year
2024-25 3.62
B. Following is an example using sample population change and the change in California per capita personal income as growth factors in computing a 2024-25 appropriation limit.
2024-25:
Per Capita Cost of Living Change = 3.62 percent
Population Change = 0.17 percent
Per Capita Cost of Living converted to a ratio: 3.62 + 100 = 1.0362 100
Population converted to a ratio: 0.17 + 100 = 1.0017
100
Calculation of factor for FY 2024-25: 1.0362 x 1.0017 = 1.0379 ATTACHMENT C, P. 2
Fiscal Year 2024-25
Attachment B
Annual Percent Change in Population Minus Exclusions*
January 1, 2023 to January 1, 2024 and Total Population, January 1, 2024 Total
County Percent Change --- Population Minus Exclusions --- Population City 23-24 1-1-23 1-1-24 1-1-24
Contra Costa
Antioch 0.30 115,282 115,632 115,632
Brentwood 0.49 64,496 64,811 64,811
Clayton -0.04 10,687 10,683 10,683
Concord -0.12 121,663 121,513 121,513
Danville -0.40 42,736 42,567 42,567
El Cerrito 1.15 25,409 25,700 25,700
Hercules -0.53 26,202 26,063 26,063
Lafayette -0.06 24,823 24,808 24,808
Martinez 0.04 36,425 36,439 36,439
Moraga -0.44 16,858 16,784 16,784
Oakley 1.80 44,929 45,736 45,736
Orinda -0.21 19,231 19,191 19,191
Pinole -0.47 18,278 18,192 18,192
Pittsburg 0.47 74,736 75,085 75,085
Pleasant Hill -0.28 33,447 33,352 33,352
Richmond -0.34 113,122 112,735 112,735
San Pablo -0.24 31,163 31,088 31,088
San Ramon -0.28 82,754 82,525 82,525
Walnut Creek 0.61 69,010 69,433 69,433
Unincorporated 0.15 174,023 174,289 174,289
County Total 0.12 1,145,274 1,146,626 1,146,626
*Exclusions include residents on federal military installations and group quarters residents in state mental institutions, state and federal correctional institutions and veteran homes.
ATTACHMENT C, P. 3
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Agenda Item #
STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY:Alan Barton, Information Systems Director
APPROVED BY:Kwame P. Reed, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: Arctic Wolf Network Agreement for Cybersecurity Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute an agreement with Arctic Wolf Network cybersecurity services in the amount not to exceed $97,000.
FISCAL IMPACT
The 2024-25 Information Systems Fund budget includes funds for this project.
DISCUSSION
Arctic Wolf Networks is a cybersecurity company that provides security monitoring to detect and respond to cyber threats. The company monitors on-premises computers, networks and cloud-based information assets from malicious activity such as cybercrime, ransomware, and malicious software attacks.
Information Systems infrastructure. The City would use the cooperative purchasing provisions permitted under Antioch Municipal Code (AMC) Section 3-4.12 (C) for this contract and pricing is per NASPO Master Contract Number: AR2472.
Due to the ongoing and ever-expanding risk of cyber-attacks on government facilities, the Information Systems Department seeks to continue cybersecurity services provided by Arctic Wolf Networks for another year.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Resolution
B. Arctic Wolf Network quote
ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2024/**
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH ARCTIC WOLF NETWORK FOR
CYBERSECURITY SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $97,000 AND
AUTHORIZING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the City's Information Systems department annually assesses hardware and software in conjunction with the operational needs of each division; and WHEREAS, the City's Information Systems department maintains the City's technology through timely replacement of hardware and software that are beyond their useful life, which is critical in managing costs and liability associated with aging technology.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Antioch authorizes the Acting City Manager to execute an agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Arctic Wolf Network cybersecurity services in the amount not to exceed $97,000, utilizing cooperative purchase pricing per NASPO Master Contract number:
AR2472.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Antioch at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 28th day of May 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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ELIZABETH HOUSEHOLDER
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
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STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Brad Helfenberger, Acting Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Agreement Supplement No. 3 With Contra Costa County for Library Maintenance and Service for Fiscal Year 2024/25 in the Amount of $180,259
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolution:
1. Approving Agreement Supplement No. 3 with Contra Costa County for library maintenance and service for Fiscal Year 2024-25 in the amount of $180,259; and
2. Authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute the agreement.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City’s obligation under the Maintenance and Service Agreement Supplement No. 3 is $180,259. The approved Fiscal Year 2024/25 General Fund Budget includes sufficient funding for this purpose.
DISCUSSION
Contra Costa County is the owner of the property located at 501 W. 18th Street which is the site of the Antioch Library. The County operates the facility as a public library that lends books and other media to the public and offers programs to the public.
The City of Antioch and the County agree that the presence of a public library in city limits enhances the quality of life for the community. Both agencies jointly desire to work cooperatively to permit the County to operate the Library as a public library. Toward this end, the City contributes to the cost of maintaining the Library in exchange for receiving Library Services with base hours of 40 hours per week.
The County is requesting that the City formalize the service arrangements in writing. No other changes of significance are noted.
Antioch City Council Report
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ATTACHMENTS
A. Resolution
B. Maintenance and Service Agreement Supplement No. 3
C. Original 2021 Agreement
Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO. 2024/xxx
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
APPROVING AGREEMENT SUPPLEMENT NO. 3 WITH CONTRA COSTA COUNTY FOR LIBRARY MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 IN THE AMOUNT OF $180,259
WHEREAS, Contra Costa County is the owner of the real property located at 501 W. 18th Street, Antioch, CA 94509, the site of the Antioch Library (the “Library”);
WHEREAS, the County operates the Library as a public library that lends books and other media to the public and offers programs to the public;
WHEREAS, the City of Antioch and the County agree that the presence of a full- service community library enhances the quality of life in the community; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to contribute to the cost of maintaining the Library in exchange for receiving Library Services at the Library for Base Hours.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Antioch, hereby:
Section 1. Approves Agreement Supplement No. 3 with Contra Costa County for library maintenance and service for Fiscal Year 2024/25 in the amount of $180,259.
Section 2. Authorizes the Acting City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
RESOLUTION NO. 202/xxx
May 28, 2024
* * * * * * * I HEREBY CERTIFYthat the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Antioch at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 28th day of May 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
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ELIZABETH HOUSEHOLDER
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
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STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney TLS
SUBJECT: Display of The Pride Progress Flag at City Hall
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council move to adopt the resolution directing the Acting City Manager or designee to fly the Pride Progress Flag at City Hall throughout the month of June 2024 in recognition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning Community Pride Month in the City of Antioch.
FISCAL IMPACT
This action has no fiscal impact. The Pride Progress Flag will be provided to the City by residents of the City of Antioch.
DISCUSSION
In June of 1969, the Stonewall Riots served as a catalyst for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning community (“LGBTQ+”) rights movement in the United States and around the world, which is committed to achieving equal justice under law for LGBTQ+ Americans and is commemorated during LGBTQ+ Pride Month every year in June.
At the May 28, 2024, Antioch City Council meeting the City Council shall discuss a proclamation for LGBTQ+ Pride Month and passage of a resolution to flying the Pride Progress Flag at City Hall throughout the month of June 2024 in recognition of LGBTQ+ Community Pride Month in the City of Antioch.
The attached resolution for City Council’s consideration directs staff to fly the Pride Progress Flag at City Hall throughout the month of June 2024 in recognition of LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the City of Antioch.
ATTACHMENT
A. Resolution
ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2024/**
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
DIRECTING STAFF TO FLY THE PRIDE PROGRESS FLAG AT ANTIOCH CITY HALL THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF JUNE IN RECOGNITION OF JUNE 2024 AS
LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUESTIONING COMMUNITY
PRIDE MONTH
WHEREAS, in June of 1969, the Stonewall Riots served as a catalyst for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning Community (“LGBTQ+”) rights movement in the United States and around the world, which is committed to achieving equal justice under law for LGBTQ+ Americans and is commemorated during LGBTQ+ Pride Month every year in June;
WHEREAS, the City of Antioch has a diverse LGBTQ+ community and is committed to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for all people in the community; WHEREAS, many of the residents, students, employees, and business owners within the City of Antioch who contribute to the enrichment of our City are a part of the LGBTQ+ community;
WHEREAS, LGBTQ+ Americans serve as leaders in all professional fields, make contributions that strengthen the fabric of American society, and, due in great part to the efforts of the LGBTQ+ rights movement, are able to live their lives more openly today than ever before;
WHEREAS, LGBTQ+ youth should feel safe to learn, grow, and enjoy their childhood without the fear of discrimination, harassment, bullying, or hate crimes; WHEREAS, the LGBTQ+ rights movement has achieved great progress, but there is more work to be done within our nation;
WHEREAS, the rainbow flag, also known as the LGBTQ+ pride flag or gay pride flag, has been used since the 1970’s as a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride and LGBTQ+ social movements;
WHEREAS, flying the Pride Progress Flag at City Hall throughout the month of June further symbolizes the City’s celebration of diversity and support for the LGBTQ+ community;
WHEREAS, the LGBTQ+ Pride Progress Flag has been raised around the world as a symbol of diversity, inclusion, and hope for members of the LGBTQ+ community; WHEREAS,the City of Antioch will request a Pride Progress Flag from residents of its community who seek to fly the flag at City Hall during LGBTQ+ Pride Month; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024/**
May 28, 2024
WHEREAS, the City Council is open to considering requests to fly flags celebrating the efforts of other nationally recognized civil rights movements that strive for equal rights and equal protection under the law for groups that have historically endured and sought to overcome unlawful and unjust discrimination within our country.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Antioch hereby resolves as follows:
1. The Acting City Manager or designee is directed to fly the Pride Progress Flag at City Hall throughout the month of June 2024 in recognition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning Community Pride Month in the City of Antioch.
2. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage and adoption.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Antioch at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 28thday of May, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
___________________________________
ELIZABETH HOUSEHOLDER, MPP
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF ANITOCH
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EXHIBIT A
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STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney TLS
SUBJECT: City Council Requested Discussion Item: Consideration of Options for a Ban or Moratorium on New Gas Stations and the Expansion of Fuel Dispensers at Existing Gas Stations
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff to initiate the policy process to prepare a:
ban or temporary moratorium on the development of new gas stations and ban or temporary moratorium on the expansion of fossil fuel dispensers (pumps) at existing gas stations.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action. Attempting to forecast the ultimate financial impact of this policy would be challenging because it would require speculation about the potential tax revenue generated from the development of new gas stations and expansion of existing gas stations as opposed to alternative investment options.
DISCUSSION
Ban or a Temporary Moratorium on New Gas Stations and the Expansion of Fuel Dispensers at Existing Gas Stations
The purpose of this staff report is to provide the City Council with options for limiting the development of new gas stations and the expansion of existing gas stations. Basic options the Council could consider include a ban or a temporary moratorium on new gas stations and the expansion of new fuel dispensers at existing gas stations. The City Council could also add a provision that encourages gas stations begin to phase transition toward electric vehicle charging services.
Antioch City Council Report
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1. Consistency with the General Plan
A. Analysis of Consistency with the General Plan
Staff would conduct an analysis of the General Plan to determine whether the current text of the General Plan is already consistent with the proposed action or if a General Plan amendment is necessary.
“If a general plan is to fulfill its function as a ‘constitution’ guiding ‘an effective planning process,’ a general plan must be reasonably consistent and integrated on its face. A document that, on its face, displays substantial contradictions and inconsistencies cannot serve as an effective plan because those subject to the plan cannot tell what it says should happen or not happen.” 1 Staff’s analysis would provide an opinion whether a General Plan amendment is required to ensure that a requested zone change is consistent with the General Plan. If the City determines that the current General Plan does not conform with the policy proposal, the City would need to adopt a General Plan amendment.
The first step would be to notice a public hearing of the Planning Commission to consider whether a General Plan amendment is necessary to ban or place a temporary moratorium on new gas stations and the expansion of new fuel dispensers at existing gas stations.
After considering public comment and CEQA, the Planning Commission may adopt a recommendation to the City Council whether they should amend the General Plan or simply proceed with a zone text amendment ban or place a temporary moratorium on new gas stations and the expansion of new fuel dispensers at existing gas stations.
If required, staff will prepare a General Plan update enabling the City to prohibit or otherwise restrict new fossil fuel gas station land uses. The General Plan amendment could be adopted in response to findings supporting the implementation of the adoption of a ban or moratorium. (Gov. Code, § 65858(d).) The Government Code authorizes General Plan amendments when it is deemed in the public interest to do so. (Gov. Code, § 65358.) Only four (4) General Plan amendments are authorized per year. The City has not amended the General Plan yet this year. Therefore, if a General Plan amendment is warranted, the limitation on General Plan amendments should not be an issue.
The City Council would then need to provide notice of a public hearing to consider the amendment and the Planning Commission’s recommendation. All interested parties and the members of the public would have the opportunity to be heard at the meeting.
After reviewing the environmental analysis and all written and oral public comments, the City Council would then determine whether the amendment is subject to CEQA. The Council could then adopt the resolution amending the General Plan.
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1 Concerned Citizens of Calaveras County v. Board of Supervisors (1985) 166 Cal.App.3d 90, 97.
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B. Current Text of the General Plan
The current text of the General Plan may already be consistent with the proposed action.
If that is the case, a General Plan amendment will not be necessary and the City could simply adopt an ordinance with a zone text amendment to the Antioch Municipal Code (“AMC”) that places a ban or a temporary moratorium on new gas stations and the expansion of fuel dispensers at existing gas stations.
A zone text amendment is a change made to a specific section of a zoning code, or area on a zoning map, without requiring a complete rewriting of the zoning code. The zoning change must be consistent with the General Plan. (AMC, § 9-5.2802.)
A preliminary review of the General Plan suggests that the current text of the General Plan may already be consistent with a ban or a temporary moratorium on new gas stations and the expansion of new fuel dispensers at existing gas stations. For example, Goal 2.4 of the Environmental Justice Element reads: “Mitigate and prepare for the effects of climate change.” (Goal 2.4, p. 53.) This action would harmonize with that goal. Further, that same element acknowledges that “[s]torage tanks can be used to store hazardous substances above or underground, including gasoline . . . . When these tanks leak, these substances may degrade soil and groundwater.” (Id. at § 5.1.3, p. 27.) This acknowledgment might support an action to reduce or limit the number of belowground gasoline tanks, such as one might find at a gas station. If the City Council provides staff director to initiate the process for the proposed action, staff will conduct further analysis and render a opinion.
2. Zone Text Amendment
If the Planning Commission and the Council determine that the zone text amendment is consistent with the existing General Plan, the zone text amendment can be implemented.
The Antioch Municipal Code requires a change to the zoning map or land use regulations when amending zoning provisions. (AMC § 9-5.2801) Before doing so, the Planning Commission and the City Council must make certain findings and determinations including the following:
(1) The proposed zone reclassification will allow uses more suitable for the area than the present classification.
(2) The uses permitted by the proposed zone will not be detrimental to adjacent or surrounding property.
(3) The evidence has been presented documenting land use changes in the area to warrant a change of zone.
(4) The requested zone change is in conformance with the General Plan. (AMC, § 9-5.2802.)
3. Ban or Moratorium
The Council will need to provide direction. Options include a total ban or a temporary moratorium on new gas station developments or a ban or a temporary moratorium on Antioch City Council Report
May 28, 2024 Agenda Item#9 4
adding new fossil fuel dispensers to existing gas stations, and/or a ban with a requirement that gas stations begin to phase toward electric vehicle charging services.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
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STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of May 28, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBMITTED BY: Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney TLS
SUBJECT: Future Plans for the Police Oversight Standing Committee
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council dissolve the Police Oversight Standing Committee.
FISCAL IMPACT
The recommended action has no direct fiscal impact on City finances.
DISCUSSION
In February of 2021, the Antioch City Council convened a special meeting to consider several dimensions of Police Reform. On April 13, 2021, the City Council formed the “Police Reform Standing Committee of the Whole City Council”, which was subsequently renamed the “Police Oversight Standing Committee”.
The Police Oversight Standing Committee is an entity intended to operate on an interim basis prior to the formation of the Antioch Police Oversight Commission. The responsibilities of the Police Oversight Standing Committee are defined by Antioch City Council Resolution No. 2021/67 as follows:
To review and recommend modifications to Antioch Police Department policy that integrate community input and expertise.
To review and audit on duty police officer complaints and the resolution of said complaints.
To review Antioch Police Department use of force policies and provide community updates.
To guide the future formation of an Antioch Police Department Civilian Oversight Commission for On Duty Officer Complaints.
On May 10, 2022, the City Council introduced the Antioch Police Oversight Commission ordinance (“Ordinance”). The Ordinance was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on May 24, 2022.
Antioch City Council Report
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On February 13, 2024, the Antioch City Council approved Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe’s appointment of seven (7) police commissioners. Mahogany Spears (District 1), Treva Hadden (District 3), and Harry Thurston (District 4) were appointed to three-year terms.
Porshe Taylor (District 4) and Leslie May (District 1) were appointed to two-year terms.
Alicia Dianne Lacey-Oha (District 1) and Devin Williams (District 1) were appointed to one-year terms.
The Antioch Police Oversight Commission held its first meeting on March 14, 2024 and is currently meeting every first and third Monday. On May 20, 2024, the Commission provided direction to staff to prepare resolutions for the formation of the following ad hoc committees:
Community Engagement
Purpose: to develop and recommend, in conjunction with the Chief of Police and the City Manager, educational programs regarding policing in Antioch and community outreach events, such as town hall meetings, forums to communicate information about neighborhood watch programs, and events designed to encourage safety and emergency preparedness.
Policy
Purpose: to study, develop and recommend community policing and alternative crime prevention polices and strategies to the Chief of Police, City Manager, City Attorney and City Council, assess and make recommendations regarding the role of social services in public safety; review and make recommendations to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission on policies, procedures, customs, and general orders of the Antioch Police Department.
Use of Force
Purpose: to review and make recommendations to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission on the Antioch Police Department’s Use of Force policies and procedures, use of canines and de-escalation techniques; review and assess instances where law enforcement officers have used force to ensure accountability, transparency and adherence to the established protocols and standards.
Budget
Purpose: to review the City Council’s proposed budget, advise whether budgetary allocations for the Police Department are aligned with the Police Department’s policies and procedures, ensure that the budget adequately supports the goals of the oversight body, including promoting transparency, and community engagement.
Complaints, Internal Affairs, and Hiring Process
Purpose: to review and make recommendations to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission on the Antioch Police Department’s Internal Affairs policies and procedures including but not limited to hate crimes or biased-based policing; Complaint policy and procedures that focus on publicly available information concerning the status of civilian complaints and data regarding police use of force; Antioch City Council Report
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demographics of individuals stopped, searched, or arrested. Collaborate with the Chief of Police, City Manager, and City Attorney to develop a program for the mediation of civilian complaints. In addition, the committee shall review and make recommendations to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission on the Antioch Police Department’s policies, procedures and data regarding training, the hiring process, and demographics of the Antioch Police Department officers and staff.
The Antioch Police Oversight Commission will assume the responsibilities formerly held by the Police Oversight Standing Committee. Therefore, the Police Oversight Standing Committee is no longer necessary.
ATTACHMENTS
None.