CITY COUNCIL MEETING
INCLUDING THE ANTIOCH CITY COUNCIL
ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING SUCCESSOR
TO THE ANTIOCH DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ANTIOCH PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
Regular Meeting December 10, 2024
7:00 P.M. Council Chambers
6:15 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hernandez -Thorpe called the Closed Session to order at 6: 15 P.M., and City Clerk Householder called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 3 Ogorchock, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson and Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe
Absent: Council Member District 2 Barbanica
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION – Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9(b): Two Cases.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe adjourned to Closed Session at 6:18 P.M.
7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe called the meeting to order at 7:09 P.M., and City Clerk Householder called the roll.
Present: Council/Agency/Authority Members District 1 Torres-Walker, District 2 Barbanica, District 3 Ogorchock, Mayor Pro Tem (District 4) Wilson and Mayor Hernandez - Thorpe
ON MOTION BY MAYOR HERNANDEZ -THORPE, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
TORRES-WALKER, THE CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY SUSPENDED THE RULES AND MOVED COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS #3 AND 4 TO BE HEARD AS THE NEXT ORDER OF BUSINESS.
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR for City /City Council Members acting as Successor Agency/Housing Successor to the Antioch Development Agency
A motion was made by Councilmember Wilson, seconded by Councilmember Torres-Walker to approve the Consent Calendar.
A substitute motion made by Councilmember Ogorchock and seconded by Councilmember Barbanica to remove Item O to be heard before the Consent Calendar . The motion passed unanimously.
O. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/176 RESPONSE TO GRAND JURY REPORT NO. 2405, “CHALLENGES FACING THE CITY OF ANTIOCH” ADDENDUM
On motion by Councilmember Wilson, seconded by Mayor Hernandez -Thorpe the City Council approved Item O. The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Torres-Walker, Wilson, Hernandez-Thorpe Noes: Barbanica, Ogorchock
A. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 26, 2024
B. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL WARRANTS
C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2024
D. REJECTION OF CLAIM: DONNA MILES
E. ORDINANCE NO. 2243 -C-S SECOND READING – HOUSING-RELATED ZONING CODE UPDATES ORDINANCE (LA2024-0003) (Introduced on November 26, 2024)
F. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/177 EXTENSION OF THE WILD HORSE MULTIFAMILY
PROJECT APPROVALS
G. SA RESOLUTION NO. 2024/43 RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE (25-26) FOR THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ANTIOCH DEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
H. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/178 SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE DESIGN CONSULTING
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BROWN AND CALDWELL FOR ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000 (P.W. 700-1)
I. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/179 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH MOUNTAIN CASCADE, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $131,793.92
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FOR THE HILLCREST AND DONLON BOOSTER PUMPING STATION
IMPROVEMENTS (P.W. 477-BP2)
J. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/1 80 AWARDING THE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT TO NAZ & CO. DBA TRUE BLUE AUTOMATION SERVICES FOR
WATER TREATMENT PLANT INFORMATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
ASSISTANCE FOR A FIVE (5) YEAR CONTRACT AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $750,000
K. REQUEST FOR TRAINING AND TRAVEL – CAL CITIES – MAYORS AND COUNCIL
MEMBERS ACADEMY
L. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/1 81 APPROVAL OF AWARDS FOR THE 2024 -2025 CIVIC
ENHANCEMENT GRANT PROGRAM
M. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/1 82 USE AGREEMENT WITH CONGRESSMAN DESAULNIER’S OFFICE FOR OFFICE SPACE AT THE ANTIOCH COMMUNITY CENTER
N. RESOLUTION NO. 2024/1 83 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE
ANTIOCH FRIENDS OF SENIORS FOR CHARITABLE BINGO OPERATIONS AT THE
ANTIOCH SENIOR CENTER
On motion by Councilmember Wilson, seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council unanimously approved the Consent Calendar Items A through N.
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA
3. DISCUSSION ITEM – DIRECTION TO STAFF CONCERNING PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE ANTIOCH MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 9-5.3801, 9-5.3845
ALLOWING AN INCREASED VARIETY OF CANNABIS BUSINESSES IN CANNABIS BUSINESS OVERLAY DISTRICTS CB 2 AND CB 3
Mayor Hernandez -Thorpe stated Council was requesting the new City Council consider the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code.
Council consensus directed staff to bring back this item for the new Council to consider.
An unidentified speaker suggested the new City Council s urvey business owners to determine their level of support for expanding cannabis businesses in downtown Antioch.
4. RESOLUTION CONFIRMING CANVASS BY THE COUNTY CLERK OF CONTRA
COSTA COUNTY OF BALLOTS CAST IN THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024
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City Clerk Householder presented the staff report dated December 10, 2024, recommending the City Council adopt the resolution confirming the certified results received by the County Clerk of Contra Costa County of ballots cast in the General Municipal Election held on November 5, 2024.
Hans Ho, Antioch resident, thanked Councilmembers Barbanica and Ogorchock for their service.
Manuel Soliz, Antioch resident, thanked the outgoing Councilmembers for their service and recognized the newly elected officials.
RESOLUTION NO,. 2024/184
On motion by Councilmember Wilson, seconded by Councilmember Barbanica the City Council unanimously adopted the resolution confirming the certified results received by the County Clerk of Contra Costa County of ballots cast in the General Municipal Election held on November 5, 2024.
PRESENTATION OF COLORS
The Antioch Police Department presented the colors.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hernandez-Thorpe led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was offered by Pastor Steve Miner, Cornerstone Christian Center.
ON MOTION BY MAYOR HERNANDEZ -THORPE, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
OGORCHOCK, THE CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY SUSPENDED THE RULES AND
MOVED PRESENTATION TO OUTGOING ELECTED OFFICIALS, OATHS OF OFFICE FOR
NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL AND ROLL CALL FOR NEW COUNCIL TO BE HEARD AFTER THE ANTIOCH HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC MASTERS CHOIR.
ANTIOCH HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC MASTERS CHOIR
The Antioch High School Music Masters Choir performed for the Council and audience.
PRESENTATION to outgoing Elected Officials – None
OATHS OF OFFICE FOR NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL
• Rowland ‘Ron’ Bernal, Mayor – Administered by Irma Bernal • Louis ‘Louie’ Rocha, Council Member District 2 – Administered by Mary Rocha
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• Donald ‘Don’ Freitas, Council Member District 3 – Administered by Cathryn Freitas • Jorge R. Rojas, Jr., City Treasurer – Administered by City Clerk Householder • Melissa Rhodes, City Clerk – Administered by City Clerk Householder
Following Mayor Bernal’s Oath of Office , City Clerk Householder on his behalf announced he was calling for a Special Meeting/Closed Session at 8:15 P.M. on December 11, 2024.
The new officials gave introductory statements in the following order:
▪ Mayor Bernal
▪ Councilmember Rocha
▪ Councilmember Freitas
▪ City Treasurer Rojas
▪ City Clerk Rhodes
City Clerk Rhodes declared a 30-minute recess at 7:50 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 8:27 P.M.
ROLL CALL for New Council
City Clerk Rhodes called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 2 Rocha, District 3 Fr eitas, District 4 Wilson and Mayor Bernal (Council Member Torres-Walker arrived at 8:29 P.M.)
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 WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION , no reportable action.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Councilmember Torres-Walker arrived at 8:29 P.M.
Velma Wilson announced the following civic and community events:
➢ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on January 20, 2025, at Deer Valley High School ➢ Black History Month Celebration at 6:00 P.M. on February 21, 2025, at Antioch High School
➢ African American Heritage Night with the Golden State Warriors on February 25, 2025
Allen Payton announced the Annual Holiday Run and Walk for Health on December 14, 2024, at Contra Loma.
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Mike Hurd, Antioch resident, thanked Ms. Wilson for organizing his mother’s birthday celebration and the City for providing his mother with retirement benefits. He congratulated the incoming Councilmembers.
Gavin Payton, East County NAACP Youth Council, announced they were partnering with the Safe Return Foundation to host the She Ready event at 12:00 P.M. on December 14, 2024, at Delta Bay Church
Yvette Williams announced Back on Track Community Services and the Association of Midnight Basketball, would host the Antioch’s Seasons of Sharing event from 12:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. on December 21, 2024, at Antioch Middle School.
Antwon Webster, Chichibu Sister City, announced next year’s delegation from Antioch would be traveling to Chichibu Japan tentatively scheduled for the last two weeks of July 2025.
A representative from Antioch Council of Teens (ACT) announced the following civic and community events:
➢ ACT meetings every second and fourth Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. at Antioch Water Park
➢ Back to School Bowling on January 9, 2025, at Delta Bowl ➢ Teen Pottery Night at 6:00 P.M. on February 6, 2025, at Antioch Water Park
Flori Paniagua, Team Jesus Outreach, announced a Toy Drive would be held from 2:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. on December 12, 2024, at Jubilee Christian Center.
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF BOARD AND COMMISSION OPENINGS
City Clerk Rhodes announced the following Board and Commission openings.
➢ Antioch Police Oversight Commission
➢ Board of Administrative Appeals
➢ Planning Commission
➢ Sales Tax Citizens’ Oversight Committee
For more information and to apply, visit the City’s website or City Hall lobby.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Tachina Garrett, ACCE Antioch, Frank Sterling Jr. , Antioch resident, Shagoofa Khan, Patricia Granados, Kamilah, Eddie Gums, Rochelle Pierre with several members of Rising Juntos, and Devin Williams recognized the former City Council’s accomplishments. They encouraged the new City Council to continue bringing positive changes to the City of Antioch.
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Gavin Payton, NAACP Youth Council, discussed their advocacy efforts and encouraged the new City Council to unify the community.
Nicole Arrington requested Council advocate to keep the AMTRAK station in Antioch . She encouraged Council to speak out against negative comments about community members on social media. She discussed the importance of the Antioch Police Oversight Commission.
Arne Simonsen, Antioch resident, congratulated newly elected officials and stated he looked forward to their service.
Mark Jordan, Antioch resident , congratulated newly elected officials and encouraged them to prioritize the budget and resolve issues within the Antioch Police Department.
Kimberly Kidd -Bailey encouraged Council to represent the entire community and stated she supported Interim Police Chief Addington.
Velma Wilson welcomed the new City Councilmembers. She thanked Councilmember Torres- Walker for hosting a conversation with the community and Mayor Bernal for being part of the dialog. She encouraged Council to work cooperative with the Antioch Unified School District (AUSD) address the needs of students.
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Wilson announced that she would be attending Tri Delta Transit and Delta Diablo on December 11, 2024.
Councilmember Torres -Walker discussed the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. She spoke in support of prioritizing the most vulnerable residents and unifying the community.
MAYOR’S COMMENTS
Mayor Bernal discussed expectations for elected officials. He requested individuals refrain from negative and unproductive comments. He stated public safety was the priority and the goal was to serve all Antioch residents. He thanked outgoing Councilmembers for their service, his volunteers and Jesus for calling him to this position. He asked the community to help Council build an Antioch for future generations.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS / COMMENTS – None
5. COUNCIL REORGANIZATION – SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEMPORE
City Attorney Smith presented the staff report dated December 10, 2024, recommending the City Council select the Mayor Pro Tempore.
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On motion by Councilmember Wilson, seconded by Councilmember Freitas the City Council unanimously selected Councilmember Rocha as Mayor Pro Tempore.
6. CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS TO COUNCIL COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS AND
COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEES
City Manager Scott presented the staff report dated December 10, 2024, recommending the City Council review and discuss City Council Appointments to Council Committee Assignments and Standing Committees. Mayor Bernal will advance appointments for City Council approval by majority vote to be acted upon as follows: 1) Motion to approve all appointments for Mayor Bernal. 2) Motion to approve all appointments for Mayor Pro Tem (Council Member District ___) – [name of mayor pro tem]. 3) Motion to approve all appointments for Council Member District 1 – Torres-Walker. 4) Motion to approve all appointments for Council Member District 2 – Rocha. 5) Motion to approve all appointments for Council Member District 3 – Freitas. 6) Motion to approve all appointments for Council Member District 4 – Wilson.
Olga Smith, Antioch resident, spoke in support of appointing Councilmember Torres -Walker to the City/School Committee since she represented District 1 that was currently involved in gun violence.
Councilmember Freitas supported appointing Councilmember Torres-Walker to the City/School Committee.
On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Rocha the City Council unanimously approved all appointments to Council Committee Assignments and Council Standing Committees (Exhibit 1 Appointments Attached) for Mayor Bernal , Mayor Pro Tem Rocha, Councilmember Torres-Walker, Councilmember Freitas and Councilmember Wilson.
PUBLIC COMMENT – None
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Scott thank ed the outgoing members of Council and welcomed new Councilmembers. She commented that she had the same goals as Council and staff was ready to work with them to make Antioch a great place.
City Attorney Smith stated he looked forward to working with the City Council.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Freitas commented that the election results were a mandate for change and discussed the importance of everyone working together to move Antioch forward in a positive, constructive and inclusive direction. He reported the City was in non-compliance with City Manager Scott’s contract, since performance goals and objectives had not been created within
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the first 30-days. He requested Council begin the dialog with City Manager Scott to articulate their goals and objectives. He also requested the following future agenda items:
➢ Comprehensive public review of the City’s finances in January 2025 ➢ Joint Council/AUSD public meeting including a discussion of School Resource Officers in January 2025
➢ Regular updates regarding the hiring of the Chief of Police ➢ Plan of action to fill department head vacancies
➢ Discussion on hiring a new City Attorney
Councilmember Torres -Walker reported City Manager Scott had attempted multiple times to meet with Council members to discuss their priorities; however, the election process had interfered with that activity. She agreed with the importance of setting performance goals for her position.
Councilmember Wilson requested a review of the Council’s list of future agenda items. She welcomed the new Councilmembers and encouraged everyone to be non-judgmental.
Councilmember Rocha stated he believed the skills he learned as a principal would serve him well in his role as a Councilmember. He expressed his desire to be part of the team to serve the community.
Mayor Bernal stated he was hopeful the new leadership team could work together for the community. He requested staff agendize a discussion on Council meeting conduct . He announced a Special Meeting/Closed Session would be held at 8:15 P.M. on December 11, 2024.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Councilmember Rocha, seconded by Councilmember Wilson the City Council unanimously adjourned the meeting at 9:58: P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk
CITY OF ANTIOCH EXHIBIT 1
COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE INFORMATION
ABAG
(Association of Bay Area Govmt)
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha
Council Member Wilson (alt.) General Assembly- once a year Chamber of Commerce Liaison Mayor Pro Tem Rocha
2nd Thursday of month,
8:00 A.M.
Chamber Conference Room
Community Advisory Board- SF
Bay Water Emergency Transit
Authority
Council Member Freitas
Council Member Wilson (alt.) TBD
Delta Diablo Council Member Wilson
Council Member Frietas (alt.)
2nd Wednesday of month,
4:30 P.M.,
2500 Pittsburg/Antioch Highway
East Bay Division
(League of California Cities)
Mayor Pro Team Rocha
Mayor Bernal (alt.)
3rd Thursday of month,
6:00 P.M.
Rotates between Contra Costa and
Alameda Counties
TRANSPLAN Mayor Bernal
Council Member Freitas (alt.)
2nd Thursday of month,
6:30 P.M.
Tri Delta Transit - 801 Wilbur Ave
East Contra Costa Regional Fee
and Financing Authority
(ECCRFA)
Mayor Bernal
Council Member Freitas (alt.)
2nd Thursday of month,
6:30 P.M.
Tri Delta Transit - 801 Wilbur Ave
State Route 4 By-Pass Authority Mayor Bernal
Council Member Freitas (alt.)
2nd Thursday of month,
6:30 P.M.
Tri Delta Transit - 801 Wilbur Ave
East County Water Management
Association Mayor Bernal As needed, 2-3 times per year
Tri Delta Board of Directors
Eastern Contra Costa Transit
Authority
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha
Council Member Freitas
4th Wednesday of month,
4:00 P.M.,
Tri Delta Transit, 801 Wilbur Ave
Northeast Antioch Annexation Council Member Freitas
Council Member Torres-Walker As needed
Mayors' Conference Mayor Bernal
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha (alt.)
1st Thursday of month,
6:30 P.M.
Rotates between cities of Contra
Costa County
Council Appointments
December 2024 to December 2026
CITY OF ANTIOCH EXHIBIT 1
Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Committee
Council Member Torres-Walker
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha
Standing Committee - As needed
Community Development Dept. to
develop agenda and handle noticing
Lone Tree Golf Course
Committee
Mayor Bernal
Council Member Wilson
Standing Committee - As needed
Parks and Rec. Dept. to develop
agenda and handle noticing
City/School Committee Mayor Pro Tem Rocha
Council Member Torres-Walker
Standing Committee - As needed
City Manager's to develop agenda
and handle noticing
Cannabis Committee Council Member Freitas
Council Member Torres-Walker
Standing Committee - As needed
City Attorney's Office to develop
agenda and handle noticing
Waterfront Revitalization
Committee
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha
Council Member Torres-Walker
Standing Committee - As needed
City Manager's Office to develop
agenda and handle noticing
Council Committee Assignments