REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
220 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW STREET
BARSTOW, CA 92311
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
6:00 PM
(HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE)
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
Minutes-February 18, 2025
CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION:
MAYOR SILVA called the Special meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MAYOR SILVA led the pledge of allegiance
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Council Member Present
Barbara Mae Rose Mayor Pro Tem Present
John Williams Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
Timothy Silva Mayor Present
PARTICIPATION IS INVITED : IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD ON ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA, PLEASE
SO INDICATE BY FILLING OUT A SPEAKER REQUEST CARD AND HANDING IT TO THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM EING ADDRESSED. 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.
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:
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SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke on item one, expressed his concerns regarding Lewis Group.
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS:
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Recommended Action:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Bureau of Land Management Land east and north of the commercial developments along Highpoint Parkway, off Lenwood Road
Agency Negotiators: Andy Espinoza Jr., Interim City Manager Negotiating Party: Lewis Acquisition Company, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Recommended Action:
(Gov. Code § 54957.6)
District Negotiators: Acting City Manager/District Manager Chris Heldreth & Barstow Fire Protection District Chief Cory Cisneros
Employee Organization: Barstow Professional Firefighters Association
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION 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 belowdescribed 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. (Government Code Section 54956.9(e)(1)) Number of Potential Cases: 1
4. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Recommended Action:
(Government Code Section 54957)
Title: Interim City Manager, Public Safety Director, Police Chief
5. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Recommended Action:
(Gov. Code § 54957)
Position Title: City Manager
6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Recommended Action:
Conference with Legal Counsel; Existing Litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)) The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the position of the City in the litigation.
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Case Name: R. Perez Workers Compensation Case No. ADJ16278610 REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Council met in a closed session to discuss 3 items. Item 3 regarding Anticipated Litigation, item 4 Public Employment regarding the position title City Manager, and item 5 Existing Litigation regarding R. Perez Workers Compensation Case. On item 3 direction was provided to staff and council, no reportable action was taken.
- Item 5 the council agreed to the city manager agreement which is in open session as item number
19. - Item 6 the council provided direction to staff and counsel, no reportable action was taken. - Items 1, 2, & 5 may be taken at the end of the session or might be deferred to a future meeting depending on the time the meeting is over.
Close session was adjourned to be continued at the end of the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM (or immediately following adjournment of Closed Session if adjourned after 7:00 PM):
MAYOR SILVA called the meeting to order at 7:09 PM
INVOCATION:
PASTOR BOBBY B. BRATTON from GIDEON'S led the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MISS BARSTOW ELLA JO MASSIMINI led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Council Member Present
Barbara Mae Rose Mayor Pro Tem Present
John Williams Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
Timothy Silva Mayor 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 HANDING IT 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 Minutes-February 18, 2025
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 made by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE to approve the agenda as presented.
Subsequent Motion made by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ seconded COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE Pulling item 15 to table to a different meeting. MOTION FAILED (1 TO 4) RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 1]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
NAYS: Hernandez
PRESENTATIONS:
7. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR BARSTOW COMMUNITY FOOTBALL AND CHEER Recommended Action:
Presentation only.
MAYOR SILVA AND COUNCIL
- Presented certificates of appreciation to members of Barstow Youth Football.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
8. RECOGNITION OF BARSTOW PAGEANT’S COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES Recommended Action:
Present certificates to Barstow Pageant’s community representatives.
MAYOR SILVA AND COUNCIL
- Presented certificates of appreciation to Barstow Pageant's Community.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
9. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION FOR RODNEY BRAND
Recommended Action:
Presentation only.
MAYOR SILVA AND COUNCIL
- Presented certificated of appreciation to Rodney Brand.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
10. AFTER-EVENT REPORT AND PRESENTATION BY BABIES SO SPECIAL Recommended Action:
After-event report and presentation only.
CATHYLEEN WILLIAMS
- Gave the after event report.
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RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
11. AFTER-EVENT REPORT AND PRESENTATION BY GOGO BARSTOW Recommended Action:
After-event report and presentation only.
RENITA WICKES and ELIZABETH GIVENS
- Gave the after event report.
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:
NONE
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ALL AGENCIES:
12. RATIFICATION OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE EXPENDITURES
Recommended Action:
Approve and ratify expenses, as audited, for #97649-98436 totaling $14,581,465.73 and wires #1055 & 1057-1085 totaling $1,387,522.06, per the Agency breakdown below:
City: $15,593,129.85
Fire: $375,857.94
Successor Agency: $0.00
Grand Total: $15,968,987.79
SPEAKERS
THERESA TANKS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked clarification on Checks 98004 for BARC, 98193 for Mobile Modular, 98386 for Burrtec Waste Industries.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Requested a meeting with the Interim City Manager and Finance Director.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
CITY COUNCIL:
13. CITY OF BARSTOW MONTHLY UPDATE FEBRUARY 2025
Recommended Action:
Receive and file.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
DISCUSSION / ACTION ON DEFERRED ITEMS:
NONE
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
NONE
BUSINESS / ACTION ITEMS:
CITY COUNCIL:
14. RECLASSIFICATION OF THE FIREFIGHTER/EMT POSITION TO SALARY GRADE 11480 Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the Barstow Fire Protection District Board:
1. Approve the reclassification of the Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) position to salary grade 11480 ($6,229.56 - $7,950.67 per month) (Attachment B).
Motion by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, to table the item to next regular Council Meeting. 5 - 0
SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked if this item is going to be brought back for discussion.
RESULT: TABLED Next: 3/3/2025 6:00 PM
15. FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE NO. 1028-2025 OF THE CITY OF BARSTOW AMENDING SECTION 2.04.010 REGARDING THE MEETING TIME AND PLACE OF THE CITY COUNCIL; AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 5198-2025, AMENDING PREVIOUSLY ESTABLISHED RULES FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE CITY COUNCIL’S MEETING, PROCEEDINGS, AND BUSINESS; AND REPEALING CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION
Recommended Action:
Pursuant to requests of the City Council and the Mayor, adopt the proposed ordinance No. 1028- 2025 and resolution 5198-2025.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Asked for clarification on this item and expressed her concerns by changes made to the agenda without discussion.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked when the school board meeting is.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Clarified the school board meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month so it will not conflict with city council meetings.
- Noted the changes on the agenda will only take effect if this item is approved.
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INTERIM CITY MANAGER, CHRIS HELDRETH
- Clarifying the agenda is usually prepared on Thursdays moving the meetings to Tuesdays will allow staff and council members more time to review and prepare for the meeting.
MAYOR SILVA
- Clarified this did not go to Rules and Policy before being presented to the council. - Noted this is allowed by the procedures of the mayor.
SPEAKERS:
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Noted he would like to see public comments be moved to the top of the agenda. - Mentioned he agreed that meetings be moved to Tuesdays.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed his concerns with this agenda item and would like to see the day of the meeting to stay the same.
- Asked if the procedures would change and would like to know the reason for these changes.
MAYOR SILVA
- Clarified there are three changes to the agenda.
- First change is to move the staff comments after the council comments. - The second moving the day.
- The third is moving the public comments up to number 8 on the agenda.
Motion by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE to approve the agenda item as presented. Adding the word "end" on statement H and striking out "with no time limit" on statement G. On page 148 capitalize MAYOR PRO TEM.
DISCUSSION:
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Commended the mayor for bringing this item to the council for approval. - Noted the purpose of this item if for the benefit of the public. - Mentioned she is in favor of meeting on Tuesdays.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Noted he still believes this item should have gone to Rules and Policy before presented to the council.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Asked when this would take effect.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Clarified this will take effect 30 days after approval for this reason the first Tuesday meeting will be April 15th.
- Noted a special meeting can be call for the first Tuesday in April to solve the meeting gap.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Mentioned the previous council continued to make changes to the agenda format and now is going back to how it used to be before.
- Noted in her 10 years on council she had never had issues meeting with the City Manager to answer her questions regarding the agenda.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Commended the mayor for bringing this item forward.
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COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Noted he is in favor of the changes, nothing this will give the council more time to review the agenda.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Noted she trusts her peers are reviewing the agenda and do their due diligence before the meetings.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Requested all meetings stay on Monday until the second meeting of April.
MAYOR SILVA
- Noted he proposed this on an open agenda on no closed session. - Noted this didn't go to Rules and Policy because there are no changes to the agenda he is only arranging the order.
- Made clear that council will go to the city manager before talking to staff.
Motion by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE if approved this ordinance to take effect on May 6th, 2025.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
MAYOR SILVA called for a recess at 8:22 P.M.
The meeting resumed at 8:30 P.M. with all member present.
16. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (CALOES) FOR THE PURCHASE OF ENGINE 328 (TYPE-1 FIRE ENGINE WITH EQUIPMENT)
Recommended Action:
No Impact and remains within FY24/25 budget. This initiative of $40,000 transaction with California Office of Emergency Services from Account #225.225.225.06.626 (Current Balance:
$80,000 unexpended) to execute this action.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER CHRIS HELDRETH and FIRE CHIEF CISNEROS - Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office. - Explained this is coming out of account 626 which is part of the 225 FY2025 Fund. - Noted this vehicle is in very good condition.
- Mentioned there will be a cost savings of about $150K. - Noted that getting this vehicle will boost the Department's morale because this will help support their existing reserve fleet.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
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17. DOS COSTAS - NEW MEXICO CHILI COOK OFF & BELEN FIESTAS Recommended Action:
Staff is asking for direction from Council.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, CHRIS HELDRETH
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Noted the Chili Cook-Off is a great event and would like to see a breakdown of the expenses covered by the city.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, CHRIS HELDRETH
- Gave a breakdown of the city's expenses nothing it will be a total of 13,000 dollars including waived fees and 3,000 in cash sponsorship.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked for more clarification on the event, application process, and revenues from this event.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked if the city spoke to the event coordinator asking if the city can be more involved with this event.
- Asked if the city can do a joint venture.
ACTING POLICE CHIEF, DANIEL ARTHUR
- Clarified two officers will be assigned to the event and there will be routine patrol.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, CHRIS HELDRETH
- Clarified there will be dedicated public works employees working at the event.
ROLAND A ULLOA, DOS COSTAS
- Expressed his concerns with the lack of support from the city regarding this event.
INTERIM CITY MANAGER, CHRIS HELDRETH
- Clarified the city has never given a $25,000 check to the parade organizers (Kiwanis Club) but they had waived staff overtime for about $10,000.
ROLAND A ULLOA, DOS COSTAS
- Expressed his intentions of cancelling this event.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Noted she is sad this event will not happen.
- Asked Mr. Ulloa would be open to having a partnership with the city to make this event happen, because this is only hurting the community.
ROLAND A ULLOA, DOS COSTAS
- Noted that if the city makes the changes he addressed he is willing to collaborate with the city, but at this time, all booking windows are closed.
Motion by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ to end the discussion.
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RESULT: COMPLETED
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
18. MARRIOTT PRESENTATION REGARDING PAYMENT
Recommended Action:
Receive and File
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS and CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS - Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked for further clarification regarding the amount paid to Marriott.
SPEAKERS:
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Noted the Marriot did not pay anything for the month of October and the city is subsidizing them and giving them $40,000.
- Asked why the city is giving them back $40,000 for October when they did not pay anything for October and they were not even open.
- Noted he does not agree with the city giving them $40,000 in public funds.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked if they brought any revenue for October.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Clarified they were open from the 25 October and on, nothing for that period, and until the end of the year, they collected more than $480,000.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Noted the mistake is in the way the contract is written. - Asked why the contract was written this way.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Noted the prior council approved this contract.
- Added that since the approval of this contract in 2021 staff has been approached by several other companies asking for another TOT rebate deal and staff has told them no. They will not bring this forward to the council.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
19. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF APPOINTMENT OF ROCHELLE CLAYTON AS CITY
MANAGER, FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT MANAGER, ODESSA WATER DISTRICT
MANAGER, AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY MANAGER AND APPROVAL OF AT-WILL
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Recommended Action:
The City Council, Fire Protection District Board of Directors, Water District Board of Directors, and Successor Agency Board of Directors are recommended to each formally appoint Ms. Clayton as Minutes-February 18, 2025
City Manager, Fire Protection District Manager, Odessa Water District Manager, and Successor Agency Executive Director by adopting the attached Resolution of Appointment and approving the attached Employment Agreement. Ms. Clayton’s start date will be March 10, 2025.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Asked why so many titles.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Clarified this is just to formalize the appointment for the other boards and commissions.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked for the range of salaries through the High Desert City Managers. - Asked if she will be moving to Barstow.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Clarified the agreement required that she lives within approximately 60 minutes of response time.
- Clarified the salary range for the High Desert cities is Adelanto $260,000 Apple Valley $299,000 Hesperia $264,000 Victor Ville $346,000.
SPEAKERS
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Congratulated the council on making a decision.
- Spoke about some of the points of the agreement.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Congratulated the council on making a decision.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Requested next time they made a comparison to make a comparison with a city that has the same amount of population.
MRS. ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Introduce herself, and thank the council and the community for this opportunity. - Clarified she has ties to this community, mentioned her family is part of this community.
DISCUSSION:
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Expressed they had amazing candidates but she was excited to see Mrs. Clayton been selected for this role.
- Clarified when they have closed session items cannot be disclosed in public session.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Mentioned Mrs. Clayton stood up over the other amazing candidates interviewing for this position.
- Noted he is excited to see what Mrs. Clayton will bring to this community.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Mentioned she is looking forward working hand in hand with the council and staff to better the community.
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MAYOR SILVA
- Explained the interview and selection process to the public.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
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.
SPEAKERS:
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Mentioned there is an upcoming meeting for District 4 and noted his concerns he never heard the other Districts have any meetings to express their concerns.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Mentioned he is glad there is a new city manager.
- Would like to see her doing something with the finances. - Concerned about the lack of opportunity for the residents to speak at meetings. - Concerned about the city spending more than what is taken in. - Requested the spending power of the city manager will change.
THERESA TANK, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed concerns on who to call regarding animal control and will like to see the city provide this information.
- Noted the directory information regarding animal control is outdated on the city's website. - Asked if the council are presented when staff meets with the Humane Society.
ROSE BEARDSHEAR, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Mentioned she is excited to see a new council and city manager for Barstow. - Asked for information about the $732,000 Prepare California Jumpstart reimbursable grant awarded to the city from Cal OES.
BRANDON O'BRIEN
- Mentioned he represents the California Route 66 Museum organization. - Announced the grant re-opening of the Mother Road Museum this March 22nd, noted they will love to partner with the city.
- Invited the community to participate or donate if possible.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked about the 4-day work week, will like to see an update. - Mentioned she would like to see city parks being maintained.
JIM BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Commended the council on choosing the new city manager. - Spoke about the 4-day work week.
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STAFF REPORTS:
NONE
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Attended the Southern California Association of Government on February 6th, they discussed wildfires and how this affects the communities.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Attended VVTA meeting, noted the next meeting will be March 17th, 2025. - Next Military Affairs will be on March 11th.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- None
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Reported on the Homeward Bound Committee.
- Updated on New Life Fellowship noting they continue to feed 75-100 hot meals to Barstow residents.
- Noted meetings were moved from Wednesday evening to Thursday. - Mentioned they are still looking for a Homeless Coordinator. - Noted the point in the count was a success with 29 volunteers. - Mentioned the next rules and policy meeting, which will be on February 25th.
MAYOR SILVA
- Attended the SBCTA on February 5th.
- Attended the service for Jeff Eason Sr. on February 7th and presented the city's proclamation - Attended the Tip a Cop event on February 10th at Chilis. - Attended the Military Affairs on February 11th.
- Attended a SBCTA special meeting on February 13.
- Attended the Barstow Jr. High School safety plan review. February 13.
BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Mentioned she was concerned about a phone call she got from a citizen saying they were serving alcohol at the Senior Center.
- Thanked Chief Arthur regarding the Dollar Tree vandalism. - Requested we introduce new city employees that are hired. MAYOR SILVA seconded. - Requested the City Attorney review the contract with the Seniors Center and send a letter regarding the use of alcohol and renting the facilities for parties. MAYOR SILVA seconded.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Requested the city's website be updated it.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Announced the 4th & 3rd District will be meeting on February 19th. - Thanked the Police Chief for responding to the Food 4 Less incidents. - Commended staff for the amazing job they did fixing the parks. - Explained the council is only allowed to discuss limited information to the public when items are in closed session.
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MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Thanked the Finance Director Mrs. Harris for the great job done on the Measure Q. presentation. - Explained the difference to the public between a town hall meeting and a workshop and the amount of time the public can speak on each.
- Invited the public to attend the next town hall meeting. - Informed the public of an event called coffee with Council. - Mentioned Congressman Jay Obernolte will be at Barstow Community College on Friday, February 21st between 8:00-9:00 AM, encouraged all to attend.
MAYOR SILVA
- Noted he will be attending the next Town Hall meeting. - Mentioned he sat and had a discussion with the new city manager and they had the same issues the public spoke about.
- Noted Bureau Land Management will have a State Holders meeting on February 19th from 5:00- 6:00 PM and invited the public to attend.
- Explained High Way Grant applications are in for 2025 and invited the public to provide their input.
ADJOURNMENT:
By the consensus of the City Council and without objection the Regular meeting was adjourned at 10:29 P.M. Council continued with closed session immediately after the end of the Regular Meeting and adjourned at 11:40 P.M. Report of closed session will be done at the next city council meeting.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________ Andrea Flores, City Clerk Timothy R. Silva, Mayor
Notice: Signed Minutes are filed with the City Clerk’s office