CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Special/Regular Meeting April 22, 2025
4:00 P.M. Council Chambers
4:00 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha called the Closed Session to order at 4:00 P.M., and City Clerk Rhodes called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres -Walker, District 3 Freitas, District 4 Wilson, Mayor Pro Tem (District 2) Rocha
Absent: Mayor Bernal
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION – SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2): 1 potential case.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha adjourned to Closed Session at 4:01 P.M.
4:30 P.M. - SPECIAL MEETING/BUDGET STUDY SESSION
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha called the Special Meeting to order at 5:05 P.M., and City Clerk Rhodes called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres -Walker, District 3 Freitas, District 4 Wilson, Mayor Pro Tem (District 2) Rocha
Absent: Mayor Bernal
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha led the Pledge of Allegiance.
BUDGET STUDY SESSION
SM-1. FISCAL YEAR 2025-27 BUDGET DEVELOPMENT – CITY MANAGER, COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
City Manager Scott introduced the Budget Study Session.
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Finance Director Merchant presented the Community Development Department Budget Worksheets.
Planning Manager Merideth , Building Inspection Services Manager Andrews , Code Enforcement Manager Michael and Administrative Analyst Brown gave a Community Development Department Budget PowerPoint presentation.
A community member stated she wanted to speak on each of the budget items presented this evening.
Assistant City Attorney Kundinger, responding to the community members’ request to speak explained that because the budgets were a single agenda item, the public was limited to one 3- minute speaking period. However, he also noted that the Council could vote to change this rule if they wished.
Leslie May raised concerns about the accessibility of the meeting, sought specific information about local development, questioned the reliability of data, and voiced a belief about the lack of diversity within a Community Development Department.
Council thanked staff for the comprehensive report. They engaged in a discussion regarding the Community Development Department budget presentation and provided the following direction:
➢ Direction to staff to agendize a Study Session on Planning Department process and projects
➢ Direction to staff to provide details of Sister City Program expenditures
Economic Development Program Manager Sweet gave the Economic Development Department Budget PowerPoint presentation.
Councilmember Freitas suggested the discussion on the Economic Development Department budget be held over to May 13, 2025.
Council thanked staff for the comprehensive report. They engaged in a discussion regarding the Economic Development Department budget presentation and provided the following direction:
➢ Direction to staff to provide a memorandum outlining the reorganization of the Economic Development Department
➢ Direction to staff to provide details on funding for the Downtown Business Association Program
➢ Direction to staff to provide reports to Council on conferences /association meetings attended
➢ Direction to staff to participate in Green Empowerment Zone meetings
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On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council members present unanimously continued the Economic Development and City Manager Budgets to May 13, 2025, Council Special Meeting/Budget Study Session.
MOTION TO ADJOURN SPECIAL MEETING/BUDGET STUDY SESSION
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha adjourned the Special Meeting/Budget Study Session at 6:59 P.M.
7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha called the meeting to order at 7:08 P.M., and City Clerk Rhodes called the roll.
Present: Council Members District 1 Torres -Walker, District 3 Freitas, District 4 Wilson, Mayor Pro Tem (District 2) Rocha
Absent: Mayor Bernal
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CITY ATTORNEY TO REPORT OUT ON CLOSED SESSION
Assistant City Attorney Kundinger reported the City Council had been in Closed Session and gave the following report: #1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION – SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION, no reportable action.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
City Clerk Rhodes read the speaker rules for the Council meeting.
Greg Feere thanked the City for an ADA ramp repair and an officer for addressing issues at Harbor Park. He reported being directed to a public records request for details on Senior Center staffing cuts and suggested staff outreach to homeless seniors and potential ma nagement changes at the Senior Center.
Ralph Hernandez reviewed and provided documents for the public record outlining cases he had investigated.
Leslie May suggested holding Council meetings at more accessible times for the public. She also expressed concern that she was prevented from speaking on certain items, believing it violated both Robert's Rules of Order and the Brown Act.
Melissa Case discussed a recent newspaper article about an indicted Antioch developer and requested the City Attorney’s office investigate the matter.
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Jim Gamble expressed concern about residents' neglected landscaping posing a fire hazard and asked the Council to have staff investigate and address it. He also thanked the Antioch Police Department (APD) for their professionalism.
Margie Carrell voiced concerns about the behavior of a local community group.
Gavin Payton, NAACP, thanked a previous speaker for her comments and advocated for youth in the community.
Krystle thanked the City for responding to her request to address blighted properties and encouraged Council to work collaboratively for the benefit of the community.
John Trizuto stated that he believed Council failed to call for public comment during Closed Session. He discussed an incident that resulted in his arrest and expressed concern about his inability to obtain any documentation related to the event.
1. INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY EMPLOYEES, PROMOTIONS AND RETIREMENTS
City Manager Scott introduced:
➢ Jaden Baird, Public Information/Communications Officer ➢ Brad Helfenberger, Assistant City Manager (Promoted)
➢ Scott Buenting, Public Works Director (Promoted)
Public Information/Communications Officer Baird, Assistant City Manager Helfenberger and Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting thanked City Manager Scott for the introduction.
Chief of Police Vigil introduced:
➢ Danika Aguillard- Anderson, Animal Control Officer
➢ Charise Holloway, Police Officer
➢ Richard Siemietkowski, Police Officer
➢ Rhondon Pollard, Police Officer
➢ Jake Merrill, Police Officer
➢ Placido Serna, Police Officer
➢ Tanner Andrade, Police Officer
➢ Altaaf Ahmed, Police Officer
➢ Priest Jennings, Police Officer
➢ Ryan Reynolds, Police Officer
Animal Control Officer Aguillard -Anderson, Police Officers Holloway, Siemietkowski, Pollard, Merrill, Serna, Andrade, Ahmed, Jennings and Rey nolds thanked Police Chief Vigil for the introduction.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Buenting introduced:
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➢ Christopher Molina, Water Treatment Plant Supervisor (Promoted) ➢ Bruce Cooke, Lead Collection Systems Worker (Promoted) ➢ Miguel Santoyo, Lead Collection Systems Worker (Promoted)
Water Treatment Plan t Supervisor Molina, Lead Collection Systems Worker s Cooke and Santoyo thanked Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting for the introduction.
Finance Director Merchant introduced:
➢ Avangeline Cabero, Payroll Specialist (Promoted)
Payroll Specialist Cabero thanked Finance Director Merchant for the introduction.
Councilmember Torres-Walker congratulated the newly hired employees and those who were promoted. She recognized former Interim Chief Addington and Police Chief Vigil for their professionalism.
Nichole Gardner welcomed the new police officers.
2. PROCLAMATION
• Arbor Day, May 1, 2025
On motion by Councilmember Wilson , seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council members present unanimously approved the Proclamation.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer Buenting and representatives from Holy Rosary School accepted the Arbor Day proclamation.
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Wright announced the following civic and community event:
➢ Keep Antioch Beautiful Event – 9:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. with a free lunch for volunteers to follow from 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. on April 26, 2025
Joshua Price, El Campanil Theatre, announced the following civic and community events:
➢ Tom Rigney and Flambeau Performance - 2:00 P.M. on April 27, 2025 ➢ Supremely Motown Concert Fundraiser – 7:00 P.M. on June 7, 2025
Gavin Payton announced the following civic and community events:
➢ NAACP Youth Council Swearing In – 2:30 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. on April 26 at True Light Missionary Baptist Church
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➢ NAACP Youth Council Juneteenth Choir and Praise Dance Competition - 2:30 P.M. on June 21, 2025, at True Light Missionary Baptist Church
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF BOARD AND COMMISSION OPENINGS
City Clerk Rhodes announced the following Board and Commission openings.
➢ Planning Commission
➢ Board of Administrative Appeals
➢ Parks and Recreation Commission
For more information and to apply, visit the City’s website.
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Torres -Walker reported on her attendance at the City/School Standing Committee meeting and announced the Cannabis Standing Committee meeting would be held at 6:00 P.M. on April 23, 2025. She also reported on her attendance at the Green Empowerment Zone meeting and a meeting regarding the Downtown Business Association . She recognized April as Second Chances Month and the organizations who provided services to those impacted by incarceration. She requested the City bring a proclamation next year recognizing Second Chances Month. She responded to previous public comments and discussed Council’s duty to uphold the integrity of their position.
Councilmember Freitas announced he would be attending the T ri Delta and the C annabis Standing Committee meetings on April 23, 2025. He recognized the Parks and Recreation Department staff on the success of the Eggstravaganza event.
Councilmember Wilson reported on her attendance at the Delta Diablo and Lone Tree Golf Course meetings. She announced the next Delta Diablo meeting would be held on April 23, 2025. She reported on a Press Conference she attended on AB379 in Sacramento.
MAYOR’S COMMENTS – None
5. PRESENTATION
City Manager Scott introduced the Presentation.
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District – Quarterly Update, Presented by Fire Chief Lewis Broschard
Councilmember Freitas discussed the importance of Community Facilities Districts funding future fire services in Antioch.
ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER FREITAS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
TORRES-WALKER, THE CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT UNANIMOUSLY
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SUSPENDED THE RULES AND MOVED REGULAR AGENDA ITEM # 10 AS THE NEXT ORDER OF BUSINESS.
10. RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR A POLICE DEPARTMENT
SUBSTATION AT SYCAMORE SQUARE AND AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES NOT TO EXCEED $33,127.50
City Manager Scott introduced Regular Agenda Item #10.
Lieutenant Mellone presented the staff report dated April 22, 2025, recommending the City Council adopt a resolution approving an 18-month lease agreement between the City of Antioch and Yahya Korin Sycamore Square LLC for a Police Department Substation located at 1084 Sycamore Drive, Antioch, CA 94509; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the lease agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Ray Rodrigues, Mike Korin, Leslie May, Pastor Neill Brengettsey, Yvette Williams, Back on Track Community Services (speaking on behalf of Jalonnee Steward, Fresh Image Boutique) and Melissa Case, spoke in support of the lease agreement for the police substation, noting that it would improve safety in the area and facilitate community outreach efforts.
Krystle questioned if a police substation would be effective and suggested the City explore other options.
Gavin Payton , NAACP Youth, advocated for youth services . He supported establishing an African American Holistic Hub in the Sycamore area.
Frank Sterling expressed concern that Lieutenant Mellone was presenting this agenda item
Councilmember Torres-Walker thanked the public speakers, staff and Council for considering this item. She clarified that the item originated from a community request for increased police presence and resources in a specific area. She believed that establishing a police substation would benefit the entire city and expressed her support for future discussions regarding a community center in the same area.
Councilmember Freitas indicated his support for the project, considering it a pilot program. His support was conditional on staff establishing measurable goals for evaluating the project's success and presenting them to the Council on June 10, 2025, before the contract begins. He also thanked the property owner for their collaboration with the City, as well as everyone involved in bringing the item forward.
City Manager Scott stated that she would collaborate with staff to develop initial key performance indicators to create a matrix for measuring success.
Councilmember Freitas requested that the project's progress be reported to both the Council and the community every quarter.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025/60
On motion by Councilmember Torres -Walker, seconded by Councilmember Freitas the City Council members present unanimously adopted a resolution approving an 18 -month lease agreement between the City of Antioch and Yahya Korin Sycamore Square LLC for a Police Department Substation located at 1084 Sycamore Drive, Antioch, CA 94509; and authorized the City Manager to execute the lease agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney with direction to staff to bring back matrix for measuring success on the June 10, 2025 Council meeting for consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Rocha declared a recess at 9:53 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 10:03 P.M. with all Councilmembers present with the exception of Mayor Bernal who was previously reported as absent.
ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TORRES-WALKER, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMEMBER FREITAS, THE CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT UNANIMOUSLY SUSPENDED THE RULES AND MOVED REGULAR AGENDA ITEM S #7 AND #8, AS THE NEXT ORDER OF BUSINESS.
7. PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT FOR THE PARTIAL -TERM VACANCY EXPIRING OCTOBER 2025
City Manager Scott presented the staff report dated April 22, 2025.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025/61
On motion by Councilmember Freitas , seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council members present unanimously adopted a resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment of Ramesh Suman to the Planning Commission for the partial -term vacancy expiring October 2025.
Mr. Suman thanked the City Council for appointing him to the Planning Commission.
8. CONTRA COSTA MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL BOARD OF TRUSTEES’ (ANTIOCH RESIDENT REPRESENTATIVE) APPOINTMENT FOR ONE (1) PARTIAL - TERM VACANCY EXPIRING JANUARY 2027
City Manager Scott presented the staff report dated April 22, 2025.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025/62
On motion by Councilmember Freitas , seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council members present unanimously adopted a resolution approving the Mayor’s appointment of Alfredo Perez to the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control Board of Trustees for the partial-term vacancy expiring January 2027.
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6. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR MARCH 25, 2025
B. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 1, 2025
C. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 8, 2025
D. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING/CLOSED SESSION MINUTES FOR APRIL 9, 2025
E. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 10, 2025
F. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 15, 2025
G. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL WARRANTS
H. REJECTION OF CLAIMS: MARTA BARANY AND CRISTOL OCHOA NAVARRO
I. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2025
J. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/6 3 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (MTC) TRANSIT -ORIENTED COMMUNITIES (TOC) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
GRANT RESOLUTION
K. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/64 APPROVING AN INCREASE IN THE PURCHASE ORDER
WITH BPS TACTICAL FOR BALLISTIC VESTS AND EXTERNAL VEST CARRIERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25
L. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/6 5 AGREEMENT SUPPLEMENT NO. 4 WITH CONTRA
COSTA COUNTY FOR LIBRARY MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 IN THE AMOUNT OF $160,517
M. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/6 6 PURCHASE ORDER AGREEMENT FOR WATER
TREATMENT CHEMICAL PURCHASE OF SULFURIC ACID WITH PACIFIC STAR CHEMICAL LLC, DBA NORTH STAR CHEMICAL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 IN THE AMOUNT OF $195,000
N. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/6 7 CONSIDERATION OF BIDS FOR THE ASPHALT
OVERLAY OF MESA RIDGE AND VILLAGE EAST PARK TRAILS PROJECT
O. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/68 AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF WARRANTY BONDS FOR PROMENADE PHASES 1, 2, AND 3 – VINEYARDS AT SAND CREEK SUBDIVISION, TRACT NO. 9484, 9483, 9482 (P.W. 697-1, 697-2, AND 697-3)
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P. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/6 9 TO SUMMARILY VACATE SURPLUS PORTIONS OF
WATER LINE EASEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
ANY ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS TO QUITCLAIM TO THE UNDERLYING FEE
OWNER AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT ADDITIONAL WATER LINE EASEMENTS FOR THE WAL MART PROJECT AT 4893 LONE TREE WAY (P.W. 727)
Q. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/ 70 MEASURE “J” GROWTH MANAGEMENT PROGRAM COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST FOR REPORTING CALENDAR YEARS 2024 AND 2025
FOR THE SALES TAX/ TRANSPORTATION INITIATIVE
R. SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE
S. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/ 71 AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CDM SMITH, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $288,393 FOR
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES RELATED TO THE BRACKISH WATER DESALINATION PROJECT (P.W. 694)
T. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/ 72 CONSIDERATION OF BIDS FOR THE L STREET PATHWAY TO TRANSIT – BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE 1 (P.W. 234-15)
U. AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ONE DAY AT A TIME (“ODAT”) INCREASING THE AMOUNT BY $602,000, WITH FISCAL SPONSOR COMMUNITY INITIATIVES, FOR THE 2022 -25 CITY OF ANTIOCH’S
CALIFORNIA VIOLENCE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION PROGRAM (CALVIP)
V. AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ADVANCE PEACE INCREASING THE AMOUNT BY $50,000 FOR SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF ANTIOCH’S CALIFORNIA VIOLENCE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION
PROGRAM (CALVIP)
W. RESOLUTION NO. 2025/ 73 DESIGNATING THE CITY OF ANTIOCH
REPRESENTATIVES TO THE MUNICIPAL POOLING AUTHORITY BOARD
X. LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY – CITY COUNCIL OVERNIGHT TRAVEL TO WASHINGTON DC ON MAY 6 – 8, 2025
On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Wilson, the City Council members present unanimously approved the Council Consent Calendar with the exception of Items J, L, P, R, U and V, which were removed for further discussion.
Item J – Councilmember Freitas stated he did not believe this item should have been placed on the Consent Calendar because Council needed a clear understanding of the impacts of the policies. He also requested staff provide Council with maps of the developable area.
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Planning Manager Merideth explained that this presentation was a follow -up to a previous one on January 28, 2025, and represented the next stage in the process of obtaining grants. She highlighted that the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) was requesting the City work towards compliance and acknowledged that there were concerns about the policies. She noted that receiving this grant would open access to future One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) funding.
Lastly, she stated that the grant would enable the C ity to update the Hillcrest Station Area Specific Plan while also adhering to regional policies.
On motion by Councilmember Torres -Walker, seconded by Councilmember Wilson the City Council approved Item J. The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Torres-Walker, Wilson, Rocha Noes: Freitas Absent: Bernal
Item L – City Manager Scott introduced Consent Calendar Item L. Assistant City Manager Helfenberger explained the number of base hours provided for $160,517 was forty (40).
On motion by Councilmember Torres -Walker, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Rocha the City Council members present unanimously approved Consent Calendar Item L.
Item P – This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for public comment by an audience member no longer in attendance.
On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Wilson the City Council members present unanimously approved Consent Calendar Item P.
Item R – City Manager Scott introduced Consent Calendar Item R.
Councilmember Freitas stated this item should not have been placed on the Consent Calendar and requested that it be tabled and that staff provide a presentation for the Council to consider at a later time.
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Rocha, seconded by Councilmember Freitas the City Council members present unanimously tabled Consent Calendar Item R to a future agenda.
Item U – City Manager Scott introduced Consent Calendar Item U.
Director of Public Safety and Community Resources Johnson presented the staff report dated April 22, 2025, recommending the City Council adopt the resolution. Youth Services Network Manager Cabral reviewed the client incentives , staffing and outcomes of the program . Johnny Rodrigues One Day at a Time, reviewed the program model.
On motion by Councilmember Freitas , seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council members present unanimously extended the meeting to 11:30 P.M.
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Following discussion, Council consensus supported postponing action on this item until a presentation was provided detailing the program's methodology, success metrics, data collection, a report on those served, and a copy of the original contract.
City Manager Scott stated she would work with staff and provide a date for this item to come back to Council.
Director of Public Safety and Community Resources Johnson added that s taff would provide programmatic updates and outcome reports. She noted their goal is to use the awarded funds to strengthen the City's proposal for Cohort Five.
Mr. Rodrigues stated he looked forward to providing a presentation on their program.
On motion by Councilmember Torres -Walker, seconded by Councilmember Freitas the City Council members present unanimously continued Consent Calendar Item U to a future agenda.
Item V - This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for public comment by an audience member no longer in attendance.
Councilmember Freitas stated all comments on Item U appl ied to this item, so he was recommending this item be continued.
Councilmember Freitas reiterated a previous request for the City to have a dedicated purchasing officer and directed the City Manager to provide a report to Council with a potential recommendation.
On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Rocha the City Council members present unanimously continued Consent Calendar Item V to a future agenda.
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA
9. APPROVAL OF THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES
AGREEMENT FOR RECRUITMENT SERVICES WITH BOB HALL AND ASSOCIATES IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $174,700
City Manager Scott presented the staff report dated April 22, 2025, recommending the City Council adopt a resolution: 1) Approving the first amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement for executive-level recruitment services with Bob Hall and Associates, authorizing an extension through December 31, 2025, and authorizing an increase in the amount of $119,700, for a total contract amount not to exceed $174,700; and , 2) Authorizing the City Manager to execute the first amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
In response to Councilmember Freitas, City Manager Scott confirmed that staff was working to update the job specifications for the Community Development Director.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025/74
On motion by Councilmember Freitas , seconded by Councilmember Torres -Walker the City Council members present unanimously adopted a resolution: 1) Approving the first amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement for executive-level recruitment services with Bob Hall and Associates, authorizing an extension through December 31, 2025, and authorizing an increase in the amount of $11 9,700, for a total contract amount not to exceed $174,700; and, 2) Authorizing the City Manager to execute the first amendment t o the Consulting Services Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS – None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Torres -Walker thank ed the public for their attendance this evening. She requested the following items come back to Council for consideration: E conomic Development Commission, community cameras, fire and fuel a batement along the railways, Homelessness Task Force and a Homelessness Ad Hoc Committee.
Councilmember Freitas requested staff agendize the onboarding process for all Boards and Commission, Elected and Appointed Officials.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Councilmember Torres-Walker, seconded by Councilmember Wilson the City Council members present unanimously adjourned the meeting at 11:21 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk