REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
220 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW STREET
BARSTOW, CA 92311
JUNE 17, 2024
6:00 PM
(HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE)
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
Minutes-June 17, 2024
CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION:
MAYOR COURTNEY called the Closed Session meeting to order at 6:01 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
COUNCILMEMBER KRUSE led the pledge of allegiance.
INVOCATION:
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Mayor Pro Tem Present
Marilyn Dyer Kruse Council Member Present
Barbara Mae Rose Council Member Present
Paul Anthony Courtney Mayor Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
PARTICIPATION IS INVITED: IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD ON ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA INCLUDING
ANY ITEM ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR, PLEASE SO INDICATE BY FILLING OUT A SPEAKER REQUEST CARD AND HAND TO THE CITY CLERK. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
CODE OF ETHICS: AS YOUR ELECTED GOVERNING BOARD WE WILL REMEMBER THE "CODE OF ETHICS" THAT WE VOLUNTARILY AND UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. DURING THIS MEETING WE WILL TREAT EACH OTHER AND THE PUBLIC WITH PATIENCE, CIVILITY AND COURTESY. THE DECISIONS
MADE TONIGHT WILL BE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE BARSTOW COMMUNITY AND NOT FOR PERSONAL GAIN.
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PUBLIC COMMENT - CLOSED SESSION: THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC
TO ADDRESS THE GOVERNING BOARD ON MATTERS ON THE CLOSED SESSION AGENDA AND WITHIN THE CITY’S JURISDICTION. SPEAKERS ARE ASKED TO LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS TO THREE MINUTES OR LESS. ALL REQUESTS TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
SPEAKERS:
JOHN WILLIAMS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed concerns with the items listed in Closed Session and the cost.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Inquired if the attorney can be held responsible for not protecting the city.
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: POTENTIAL FOR LITIGATION AGAINST THE CITY Recommended Action:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1) A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council, on the advice of its legal counsel, based on the below-described existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to litigation against the City. Facts and circumstances that might result in litigation but which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs. (Gov. Code § 54956.9(e)(1))
Number of Potential Cases: 2
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL; INITIATION OF LITIGATION Recommended Action:
Conference with Legal Counsel; Initiation of Litigation (Gov't Code section 54956.9(d)(4))
Number of Potential Cases: 1
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS reported the following:
- Stated the City Council met in Closed Session to consider two items.
Item 1 - Potential for litigation against the City, and took reportable action on two.
The City conducted a fact finding investigation regarding a report of sexual harassment made against Council Member Rose and a former employee and found that the allegations were not sustained.
Item 2 - Initiation of litigation regarding report of sexual harassment against a former employee The City Council met in Closed Session to consider one item, regarding Anticipated Litigation.
Direction was provided to the Council and staff and no reportable action was taken.
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INVOCATION:
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE gave the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM (or immediately following adjournment of Closed Session if adjourned after 7:00 PM):
MAYOR COURTNEY called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
COUNCIL MEMBER KRUSE led the Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Mayor Pro Tem Present
Marilyn Dyer Kruse Council Member Present
Barbara Mae Rose Council Member Present
Paul Anthony Courtney Mayor Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
PARTICIPATION IS INVITED: IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD ON ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA INCLUDING
ANY ITEM ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR, PLEASE SO INDICATE BY FILLING OUT A SPEAKER REQUEST CARD AND HAND TO THE CITY CLERK. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
CODE OF ETHICS: AS YOUR ELECTED GOVERNING BOARD WE WILL REMEMBER THE "CODE OF ETHICS" THAT WE VOLUNTARILY AND UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. DURING THIS MEETING WE WILL TREAT EACH OTHER AND THE PUBLIC WITH PATIENCE, CIVILITY AND COURTESY. THE DECISIONS
MADE TONIGHT WILL BE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE BARSTOW COMMUNITY AND NOT FOR PERSONAL GAIN.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA: THIS IS THE TIME FOR MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BOARD TO CALL FOR REARRANGING THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA; ADDING ITEMS TO OR REMOVING ITEMS FROM THE AGENDA; OR REMOVING ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION AND/OR SEPARATE ACTION. ITEMS MAY ONLY BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA AS ALLOWED BY STATE LAW, INCLUDING GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2, SUBDIVISION (B),
ALLOWING EMERGENCY ITEMS TO BE ADDED BY MAJORITY VOTE AND ALLOWING ITEMS THAT AROSE TO THE CITY’S ATTENTION AFTER THE AGENDA POSTING DEADLINE, BUT WHICH REQUIRE
IMMEDIATE ACTION, TO BE ADDED BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT
AT THE MEETING, OR, IF LESS THAN TWO-THIRDS OF THE COUNCIL MEMBERS ARE PRESENT, A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE MEMBERS PRESENT.
Motion by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, seconded by MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE, and unanimously carried, to approve the agenda pulling item 12 for discussion.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
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PRESENTATIONS:
3. AFTER-EVENT REPORT AND PRESENTATION BY DOS COSTAS COMMUNICATIONS
CORPORATION
Recommended Action:
After-event report and presentation only.
MANNY LOPEZ, DOS COSTAS COMMUNICATIONS
- Thanked all the staff and all that donated and provided items for the Chili Cook Off event.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC COMMENT: THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE GOVERNING BOARD ON ALL MATTERS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
SPEAKERS ARE ASKED TO LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS ON ALL CONSENT ITEMS TO THREE MINUTES OR LESS. ALL REQUESTS TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
MINUTES ALL AGENCIES:
4. MINUTES CC BFPD - APRIL 1, 2024, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
5. MINUTES OF APRIL 9, 2024 COUNCIL GOALS WORKSHOP
Recommended Action:
Approve the minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
6. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 15, 2024, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
7. MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING - APRIL 29, 2024, AT 5:30 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
8. MINUTES CC BFPD - MAY 6, 2024, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
9. MINUTES OF MAY 20, 2024 BUDGET WORKSHOP
Recommended Action:
Approve the minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
10. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - MAY 20, 2024, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
11. MINUTES CC BFPD - JUNE 3, 2024, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ALL AGENCIES:
CITY COUNCIL - CONSENT:
12. LABORATORY SERVICES - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Approve the scope and fee with Babcock Laboratories, Inc. Laid out in the bid for the bid Minutes-June 17, 2024
amount of $99,567.00 (per year) for the testing of water and wastewater samples and field services.
2) Authorize the City Manager or designee the authority to sign the agreement.
PLANT SUPERINTENDENT, WESLEY GARRISON
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk’s Office.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Said the item was pulled so that the residents could be informed as to why the city needs to provide these services.
SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked that staff inquire about the status of testing.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Carmen Hernandez
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
13. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, FOR
THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO GENERAL LAW CITIES.
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution No. 5162-2024, calling and giving notice for the General Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024, to fill five (5) elected official vacancies within the City of Barstow and to waive the full reading.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
14. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA,
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THAT DATE PURSUANT TO §10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE.
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution No. 5163-2024 requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino to consolidate Barstow’s General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election on November 5, 2024, to fill five (5) elected official vacancies to be conducted by the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters and to waive the reading.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
15. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO
CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 5164-2024 adopting regulations for candidates for elective office pertaining to candidates statements submitted to the voters at an election to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, and waive the full reading.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
BUSINESS/ACTION ITEMS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
16. APPROVAL OF ANNUAL 2024/2025 APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Approve the annual 2024/2025 appropriations limit, which is calculated using the change in County population and the change in growth in California personal income, which are determined by the State of California, Department of Finance.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 5165-2024, establishing the appropriations limit for FY 2024/2025, by title only and waive the reading.
FINANCE DIRECTOR, SYDNIE HARRIS
- Stated that Items 16 - 18 would be considered in one public hearing as they are all related to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget.
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR COURTNEY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:23 P.M.
SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked how much money has been invested.
MAYOR COURTNEY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:29 P.M.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
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17. APPROVAL OF BARSTOW FIRE DISTRICT APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FY 2024/2025 Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the Barstow Fire Protection District’s Board take the following actions:
1. Approve the annual 2024/2025 appropriations limit, which is calculated using the change in the growth in California personal income and the change in population growth of the City/County, which are determined by the State of California.
2. Adopt BFPD Resolution No. 5166-2024, establishing the appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, by title only and waive the reading.
FINANCE DIRECTOR, SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
18. FY 2024/2025 INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE CITY OF BARSTOW Recommended Action:
Adopt the Investment Policy and Resolution No. 5167-2024 of the City of Barstow for FY 2024/2025.
FINANCE DIRECTOR, SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
19. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 PROPOSED
OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council and Barstow Fire Protection District Board take the following actions:
1. That City Council approve the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget for the City in the amount of $56,995,623 and adopt the attached Joint Resolution No. 5168-2024 (Attachment B), approving the Proposed Budget (Attachment A), including any City Council amendments (if any), and excluding the Barstow Fire Protection District Budget – Fund 225, and waive the full reading.
2. That the Fire Protection District Board approve and adopt a preliminary budget for the Barstow Fire Protection District in the amount $7,003,579 and adopt the attached Joint Resolution No. 5168-2024 (Attachment B), approving and adopting the preliminary Budget (Attachment A) as submitted pursuant to Health & Safety Code Section 13893(a)(1) and waive the full reading.
FINANCE DIRECTOR, SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR COURTNEY OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:42 P.M.
NO PUBLIC COMMENTS
MAYOR COURTNEY CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:42 P.M.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
20. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND ESTABLISHING SPECIFIED FEES FOR CITY SERVICES (FY 2024/2025) Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that City Council adopt the attached Resolution No. 5169-2024 amending and establishing the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, and waive the full reading.
FINANCE DIRECTOR, SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, ANDREW ESPINOZA JR.
- Added that fees in Park and Recreation were updated to make the fees feasible.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Glad to see the fees for field use have been adjusted but concerned with the fees of the Harvey House.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Is in agreement with lowering the Harvey House fees and appreciates the adjustment of fees of the Sports Park fields.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, ANDREW ESPINOZA JR.
- Recommending to council to adjust single day fee use for Harvey House at $750 It was the consensus of the Council to adjust the fees for the use of the Harvey House.
CITY CLERK ANDREA FLORES NOTED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:59 P.M.
SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked why there was not a presentation on the changes.
TIM SILVA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Glad to hear staff is adjusting the fees for use of the Harvey House and inquired about contract services and the fees for Real Estate business license.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Thanked staff for the presentation that was easy to follow.
CITY CLERK ANDREA FLORES NOTED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:04 P.M.
MOTION by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, second by MAYOR COURTNEY to approve the proposed the fee schedule as amended to adjust the fee for the Harvey House for one - day fee of $750.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Paul Anthony Courtney, Mayor
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose, Courtney, Hernandez
BUSINESS/ACTION ITEMS:
CITY COUNCIL - ACTION:
21. AWARD OF CONTRACT WITH SPECPRO FOR ANIMAL SERVICES AND SHELTER
OPERATIONS
Recommended Action:
Approve the Agreement for Animal Shelter and Control Services with SpecPro, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement not to exceed $717,801 for the term of 6 months and reevaluate the contract in 6 months.
Staff Recommends that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Approve a contract with SpecPro
2. Authorize the City Manager or designated representative to sign the contract.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, ANDREW ESPINOZA
- Presented the staff the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
SPEAKERS:
CITY CLERK ANDREA FLORES
- Stated the one letter was received by the City which was provided to the Council and would be added to the record.
DIANNE BRYANT, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked that the city negotiates with the Barstow Humane Society (BHS).
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Said it's not the City Manager's fault and this has been an ongoing problem for years.
JOHN WILLIAMS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Said the Marriott money could have been used for Animal Services.
TERRI TANK, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke about Animal Control and contract and asked how is that supposed to be the highest.
LEONARD WILLIAMS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Had several questions and spoke of nonprofit coming to assist the community and is also in agreement to allow BHS to submit a proposal.
KATHY KINDLER, Board Member on the Humane Society
- Spoke of the cancellation of the BHS contract with the City.
TIM SILVA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of the services listed in the proposal and where it is listed on the budget.
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- His interpretation said it was a lack of communication.
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CLAUDIA RAMIREZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Concerned with the community cats and would like to see spay and neuter services.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke about the cancellation of the BHS contract.
RODNEY BRAND, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of the history of Animal Services.
It was the consensus of the Council to table item and hold a Special Meeting on June 26, 2024 to allow staff to negotiate with Barstow Humane Society and SpecPro and bring back both proposals for Council review and approval.
Motion by MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE , Second by MAYOR COURTNEY.
RESULT: TABLED Next: 6/26/2024 6:00 PM
22. APPROVAL OF AMENDED AND RESTATED LEGAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
COLANTUONO, HIGHSMITH & WHATLEY, PC
Recommended Action:
The City Manager recommends the City Council approve a proposed amended and restated legal services agreement with Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC, maintaining current City Attorney Matthew Summers and adjusting the rates as stated therein.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, ANDREW ESPINOZA JR., AND CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW
SUMMERS
- Presented the staff the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Inquired if there will be additional cost for having representation at the Planning Commission meeting.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Responded to the question and clarified that the cost of representation at the Planning Commission meetings is covered under General Services.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Said the increase in moderate and thanked city attorney for his services.
SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of the failed projects and concerned about representative on special projects.
RESULT: APPROVED [3 TO 1]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Council Member
SECONDER: Marilyn Dyer Kruse, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Kruse, Rose
NAYS: Hernandez
ABSTAIN: Courtney
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BREAK:
MAYOR COURTNEY called for a break at 9:51 P.M.
The meeting resumed at 9:58 P.M. with all members present and public comment resumed.
JOHN WILLIAMS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked question regarding legal participation on legal projects.
GENERAL, NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT: THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE GENERAL
PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE GOVERNING BOARD ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA AND WITHIN THE CITY’S JURISDICTION. SPEAKERS ARE ASKED TO LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS TO THREE MINUTES OR LESS. ALL REQUESTS TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
ET SNELL, NEWBERRY SPRINGS CALIFORNIA
- Asked if he could have his tripod back.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked when the Street Committee meeting will be.
BILL JOHNSON, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of expanding the Senior Center to offer more services.
LEONARD WILLIAMS, BARSTOW CALIFORNIA
- Invited all to attend the Resource Fair on June 27 and asked why the City is extending the vendor sign up for July 4th event.
ANNA FUZIE, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Inquired about Measure Q funding and about replacing the AC unit.
TIM SILVA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Thanked staff for the weed removal in the city and asked why the Humane Society did not submit a proposal.
KENYANDZ REDDY, BARSTOW CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of a home fire and theft of her vehicle and the lack of resources available in the city.
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of the lively discussion on item 21 and the personal attacks on item 22.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked that staff work with the Humane Society and asked for information on Measure Q meeting.
RODNEY BRAND, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of the Humane Society and other organizations in the city to assist with pets.
JOHN WILLIAMS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Inquired about the details of the investigation.
JIM BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Commended the Mayor for speaking up and inquired about body worn camera.
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STAFF REPORTS:
None.
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATES:
None.
CITY MANAGER UPDATES:
23. CITY MANAGER'S MAY 2024 UPDATE
Recommended Action:
Receive and file.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, ANDREW ESPINOZA JR.
- Answered questions asked of the residents.
Tripod will not be allowed due to past behavior.
Rules and Policies did have a meeting.
Street Committee will be rescheduled to August.
Staff will contact the Senior Center.
Discussed the issues with the 4th of July event and that is the reason for the time extension of vendors.
Said there is no evidence of the comments made by Mr. Brown.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Rules and Policies meets on June 25th 9am.
- Homeward Bound will meet on July 10th at 5pm.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Military Affairs meeting will be on July 9th.
- VVTA meeting will be on July 15th and added that Barstow fueling station was awarded 13 million for improvements.
- Change of Command at Fort Irwin and MCLB.
COUNCIL MEMBER KRUSE
- Also mentioned the upcoming Rules and Policy on June 25th.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Mojave Water Air Quality meeting will be on June 10th. - SBCOG will meet on June 13th.
- SBCTA meeting will be on June 14th.
- Homeward Bound meeting on June 12th.
MAYOR COURTNEY
- Spoke of high desert non-profits being awarded funding from HHAP 4.
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BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL:
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Said staff does check street vendors for proper documentation. - And also said she voted no on the Marriott project.
- And asked the City Manager to meet with the Senior Citizens.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Hall of Fame in Victorville for individuals being recognized for their contributions to the community. - Attended a sorority group meeting that will be opening in the High Desert. - Mrs. Noble delivered an inspiring poem at the Juneteenth event.
COUNCIL MEMBER KRUSE
- Asked about the scheduled power outage with SCE.
- Asked staff to follow up with the Senior Center and provide information regarding funding.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Asked residents to protest the increase of water bills and provided contact information.
MAYOR COURTNEY
- Said he is a member of the California Investment Committee.
ADJOURNMENT:
By the consensus of the City Council and without objection, the meeting was adjourned at 10:57 pm, in memory of Mary Hailey.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________ Andrea Flores, City Clerk Paul Anthony Courtney, Dr. B.A. Mayor Notice: Signed Minutes are filed with the City Clerk’s office