CITY OF BISHOP
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
OCTOBER 28, 2024
1) CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Garcia called the meeting of the Bishop City Council to order at 5:03 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 301 West Line Street, Bishop, California. 2) ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Councilmember Ellis
Councilmember Schwartz
Mayor Pro Tem Kong
Mayor Garcia
ABSENT:
Councilmember Muchovej
Councilmember Muchovej joined the meeting at 5:06 p.m.
OTHERS PRESENT: Deston Dishion, City Administrator; Robin Picken, City Clerk; Dean J. Pucci, City Attorney; Nora Gamino, Public Works Director; and Jessica Ortiz, Administrative/Accounting Assistant
PUBLIC COMMENT PRIOR TO CLOSED SESSION
No public comments were made.
CLOSED SESSION
4.A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9 - Name of Case: City of Bishop et al vs. Aaron Schat et al Case No: SI CV CV-2368971 Closed Session began at 5:04 p.m. Closed Session ended at 6:05 p.m. 5) OPEN SESSION
Mayor Garcia called the open session of the Bishop City Council to order at 6:08 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 301 West Line Street, Bishop, California.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Garcia announced a moment of silence.
7) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Muchovej.
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ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Councilmember Ellis
Councilmember Schwartz
•ouncilmember Muchove
lavor Pro Tem Kon
Mayor Garcia
ABSENT:
None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Deston Dishion, City Administrator; Robin Picken, City Clerk; Dean J. Pucci, City Attorney; Bret Russell, Fire Chief; Nate Derr, Police Chiet; Nora Gamino, Public Works Director; Dan McElroy, Community Services Manager; and Jessica Ortiz, Administrative/Accounting Assistant
City Administrator Dishion announced that Item 14G is pulled from the consent calendar.
9) PUBLIC COMMENT
Rick Klug, a local resident, recited a prayer.
Carl Hoelscher, a local resident, made public comments against the mandate to implement water meters in Bishop and asked that Council speak to the State Water Resource Board about the millions of dollars that will be imposed upon the citizens who live here to do so.
Kevin Daniels, a Bishop resident and business owner, made public comments relating to speeding on East Line Street. Kevin Daniels spoke to speeding being a problem for years now and requested that the police patrol East Line Street for speeding and that parents should educate their children on playing safe near streets. Kevin Daniels also asked that Council address dangers related to E-Bikes as well.
Aaron Schat, a local resident and business owner, made public comments relating to a housing project for the community and the installation of a baking oven. Aaron Schat requested a meeting with Council to discuss how to keep the proposed housing project of 70-units moving forward, especially since housing is an issue in Bishop.
No further public comments were made.
REPORT ON ACTIONS TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION AS REQUIRED BY Mayor Garcia announced that there is no action to report. 11) DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Written reports from the Fire, Police, Public Works, Community Services, Planning, and Administration Departments were submitted on each department's activities October 28, 2024 Page 2
including upcoming and ongoing projects. Verbal reports were also given by the Fire, Police, Public Works, Community Services, and Administration Departments.
11.A) Fire Department Report - Fire Chief Bret Russell
Fire Department Report - September 2024
11.B) Police Department Report - Police Chief Nate Derr Police Department Report - September 2024
11.C) Public Works Department Report - Public Works Director Nora Gamino Public Works Department Report - September 2024
11.D) Community Services Department Report - Community Services Manager Daniel McElroy.
Community Services Department Report - September 2024
11.E) Planning Department Report - Assistant Planner Ana Budnyk Planning Department Report - September 2024
11.F) City Administrator Report - City Administrator Deston Dishion City Administrator Report - September 2024
12) BISHOP AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INFORMATION CENTER UPDATE
12.A) Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce and Information Center Update Report - October 28, 2024
BACCIC October 28 2024 City Council Report
Information Center activities.
13) PRESENTATIONS
13.A) Acknowledgement of Community Services Park Helpers Jerry Ennis and Karen Ennis
City Administrator Dishion recognized employees Karen and Jerry Ennis for maintaining building and grounds and areas of our town.
13.B) Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action (IMACA) Annual Update IMACA Executive Director Kellie Barcelox provided an update on IMACA. 14) CONSENT CALENDAR
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14.A) City Council Meeting Minutes
Minutes 2024 06 10
Minutes 2024 06 12 - Special Meeting
Minutes 2024 06 24
Minutes 2024 07 22
Minutes 2024 08 12
Minutes 2024 08 26
Minutes 2024 09 09
Minutes 2024 09 19 - Special Meeting
Minutes 2024 09 23
14.B) Personnel Status Change Report - October 28, 2024 Personnel Status Change Report - 10/28/2024
14.C) September 2024 Budget Report
September 2024 Budget Report
14.D) September 2024 Financial Reports
September 2024 Bank Reconciliation Report
September 2024 Combined Cash Report
September 2024 Investment Portfolio Report
September 2024 Warrant Register Report
14.E) C.O.P.S. Fund Budget Adjustment
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14.F) Final Reports from the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Grant in Support Program Cover Page
Altrusa Final Report 2023-24
Bishop Area Bike Organization Final Report 2023-24
Bishop Museum & Historical Society Final Report 2023-24 C5 Studios Final Report 2023-24
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Eastside Student Center Final Report 2023-24
14.G) Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Economic Development Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce - ITEM PULLED
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Draft Economic Development Agreement Chamber of Commerce_FY 2024-25
14.H) Granicus Agreement - One-Year Extension 11/12/2024-11/11/2025 Cover Page
Granicus Agreement 2018-2021
Granicus Agreement 2023/11/12 to 2024/11/11
Granicus Proposed Agreement 2024/11/12 to 2025/11/11
14.1) Public Works Superintendent and Supervisor Job Descriptions Cover Page
ET Public Works Supervisor DRAFT
ET Public Works Superintendent DRAFT
14.J) Building Permits Issued Report
Building Permit Issued Report - September 2024
14.K) Planning Commission Meeting Cancellation Notice
October 29, 2024 - Cancellation Notice
Mayor Garcia reminded Council that Item 14G is pulled from the Consent Calendar.
No public comments were made.
Motion/Councilmember Muchovej Seconded/Councilmember Schwartz Councilmember Muchovej made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar with the removal of Item 14.G (Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Economic Development Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce).
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Councilmember Ellis, Councilmember Schwartz, Councilmember Muchovej, Mayor Pro Tem Kong, Mayor Garcia
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
15) NEW BUSINESS
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15.A) First Reading and Introduction of a Proposed Ordinance Relating to Regulating Encampments and Sleeping on Public Property
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Ordinance - Relating to Encampments and Sleeping on Public Property Police Chief Derr reviewed item with Council and provided background information on the issue and why the proposed ordinance is being requested.
After Police Chief Derr answered all of Council's questions, public comments were made by:
Jeff Griffiths, a Bishop resident and Second District Supervisor for Inyo County, acknowledged that he understands the background and the reason for this proposed ordinance as a tool to address these issues. He also spoke to his concerns on the issue of homelessness, and believes there needs to be more coordination with local agencies before this ordinance goes into effect.
Anna Scott, Inyo County Health & Human Services Director, answered questions from Council regarding the Continuum of Care Committee and its distribution list.
No further public comments were made.
Motion/Councilmember Ellis Seconded/Councilmember Schwartz Councilmember Ellis made a motion to approve the first reading and introduction of the proposed ordinance by title only.
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Bishop, State of California, Amending Title 8 of the Bishop Municipal Code by Adding Chapter 8.05 Relating to the Regulating of Encampments and Sleeping on Public Property and Determining Such Ordinance to be Exempt From Environmental Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act.
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Councilmember Ellis, Councilmember Schwartz, Mayor Pro Tem Kong, Mayor Garcia
Noes: None
Abstain: Councilmember Muchovej
Absent: None
15.B) First Reading and Introduction of a Proposed Ordinance Relating to Prohibiting Public Urination and Defecation
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Ordinance - Relating to Prohibiting Public Urination and Defecation Police Chief Derr reviewed item with Council and answered all of Council's! questions. No public comments were made.
Motion/Councilmember Schwartz Seconded/Councilmember Muchovej! Councilmember Schwartz made a motion to approve the first reading and introduction! of the proposed ordinance by title only.
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An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Bishop, State of California, Adding Chapter 8.26 to the City of Bishop Code of Ordinances, Prohibiting Public Urination Ayes: Councilmember Ellis, Councilmember Schwartz, Councilmember Muchovej, Mayor Pro Tem Kong, Mayor Garcia
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
15.C) Award Construction Bid for the Community Garden Enhancement Project
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Community Services Manager McElroy reviewed this item with Council.
Public comments were made by Tonya Miller, a local resident, asked a question as to when would the City receive reimbursement.
Community Services Manager McElroy replied to Tonya Miller that the City would receive the City's requested reimbursement quarterly.
No further public comments were made.
Motion/Councilmember Schwartz Seconded/Councilmember Muchovej Councilmember Schwartz made a motion to approve awarding the Community Garden Enhancement Project contract to Clair Concrete Inc. in the amount of $88,324.00, authorize the execution of the construction contract with Clair Concrete Inc., and authorize the expenditure in a not-to-exceed amount of $88,324.00 including 10% contingency.
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Councilmember Ellis, Councilmember Schwartz, Councilmember Muchovej, Mayor Pro Tem Kong, Mayor Garcia
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
15.D) Formation of Grant in Support Review Ad Hoc Committee Cover Page
City Administrator Dishion reviewed this item with Council. Councilmember Schwartz and Councilmember Ellis agreed to sit on the Grant in Support Review Ad Hoc Committee with City Administrator Dishion and Finance Director Aukee. 16) FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Muchovej, with consensus from Council, asked that Public Works Director Gamino discuss potential projects for the City should Proposition 4 funding pass in the November 5, 2024 elections.
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Councilmember Kong, with consensus from Council, asked to bring back a discussion on how to better inform the community on matters approved by Council.
No further requests were made for future agendas items. 17) COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Members reported on meetings and community events that they attended. 18) ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:16 p.m. to the City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. ober Picken
Attest:
Robin Picken, City Clerk
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