Mayor Couchman called meeting to order @ 6:00 PM
Police Chaplain Sean Arviso, Pastor for Brawley Christ Community ChurchINVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CM Hamby
APPROVAL OF AGENDA1.
The agenda was approved as submitted, m/s/c Hamby/Wharton 5-0 COUNCIL MEMBERS, STAFF AND THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND IN PERSON OR VIA ZOOM.
Public comments via zoom are subject to the same time limits as those in person. a.
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1 Members of the public are allowed to observe and address public meetings via zoom or through other electronic means.
The City Council of the City of Brawley, California met in regular session at 6:00 PM, City Council Chambers, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California, the date, time and place duly established for the holding of said meeting. The Deputy City Clerk attests to the posting of the agenda pursuant to G.C. §54954.2.
The public may attend in person the City asks that anyone in attendance that is not fully vaccinated wear a mask. The public may choose to be outside subject to the same requirements. Any member of the public is invited to submit public comments in advance of the meeting to be answered at the meeting. Please email your questions to lsavala(5)brawelv-ca.gov or call 760-351-3080 any time before 2:00 pm, May 3, 2022. The public may also attend via zoom.
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ABSENT:
Procedures "swiftly" accommodate any reasonable request to accommodate access by disabled individuals to meetings that are accessible telephonically or through other electronic means in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA").
Castro, Couchman, Hamby, Nava, Wharton
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CITY OF BRAWLEY
May 3, 2022
2.PUBLIC APPEARANCES/COMMENTS (Not to exceed 4 minutes) this is the time for the public to address the Council on any item not appearing on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council.
The Mayor will recognize you and when you come to the microphone, please state your name for the record. You are not allowed to make personal attacks on individuals or make comments which are slanderous or which may invade an individual's personal privacy. Please direct your questions and comments to the City Council.
Eddie Camillo, Brawley Resident re: Installation of stop signs along First Street and B,C,D,E Street.d.
Introduction of new employee Fire Marshal Juan Rodelo presented by Mike York, Fire Chief.e.
Public Comments and Presentations are available on the City of Brawley's website:
The Public Spectrum/ view meeting-May 3, 2022
Approved City Council Minutes: April 19 2022.a.
Approved Accounts Payable: April 9 thru April 22, 2022.b. c.
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Received and Filed Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2021/22 Treasury Report for Quarter ending March 31, 2022.g- Discussion and information regarding consent action items are available on the City of Brawley's website:
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CITY MANAGER REPORT4.
City-In Kind Services-Latest Events Presentation.a.
Establishing a Park Usage Policy.b.
City Manager Report is available on the City of Brawley's website:
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REGULAR BUSINESS5.
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2 Affirmed Resolution No. 2021-51 and Continue to Authorize the City to Implement Teleconference Accessibility to Conduct Public Meetings.
The City Council approved to provide a Letter of Support of Imperial County's Lithium Valley Economic Opportunity Investment Plan, m/s/c Wharton/Castro 5-0
Approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Boys and Girls Club of Imperial Valley and the City of Brawley for the continued use of the Teen Center by the Club.
Approved the License Agreement between Catholic Charities and the City of Brawley for the continued use of the Senior Center for Catholic Charities' Senior Nutrition Program.
Adopted a Resolution Declaring Certain Information Technology Equipment Surplus Property and Authorize the Disposal of said Equipment.
Discussion and potential action to provide a Letter of Support of Imperial County's Lithium Valley Economic Opportunity Investment Plan, presented by Tyler Salcido, City Manager.
3.CONSENT AGENDA Items are approved by one motion. Council Members or members of the public may request consent items be considered separately at a time determined by the Mayor, m/s/c Nava/Castro 5-0
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Overall Outlook presented by Mike York, Fire Chief
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Discussion and information regarding all City Council Action items are available on the City of Brawley's website:
The Public Spectrum/ view meeting-Mav 3, 2022
3 Discussion and potential action to Approve and Authorize travel over 500 miles for Brawley Fire Personnel to participate in a Preconstruction and Design Trip for New Fire Engine, presented by Mike York, Fire Chief.
The City Council approved to Receive and File the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2021. m/s/c Nava/Wharton 5-0
The City Council approved Ordinance 2022-: Establishing installation of 4-way Stop Signs at the Intersections of A Street with 1st Street and with 7th Street, m/s/c Nava/Castro 5-0 The City Council approved the purchase of UV Lamps and Ballast for the Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection System for an amount of $36,512.26. m/s/c Nava/Wharton 5-0 The City Council approved and authorized travel over 500 miles for Brawley Fire Personnel to participate in a Preconstruction and Design Trip for New Fire Engine, m/s/c Nava/Hamby 5-0 The City Council approved Letter of Intent and Authorize Agreement between City of Brawley and CAL-OES to become a Vehicle Assignee and Receive a Type-6 Fire Engine and Equipment; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, m/s/c Wharton/Hamby 5-0
Discussion and potential action to Receive and File the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2021, presented by Karla Romero, Finance Director/City Treasurer.
Discussion and potential action to Approve the purchase of UV Lamps and Ballast for the Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection System for an amount of $36,512.26, presented by Guillermo Sillas, Public Works Director/City Engineer.
Update on City of Brawley Declaration of Local Emergency as a Result of COVID-19 Pandemic, presented by Mike York, Fire Chief.
Discussion and potential action to Approve Letter of Intent and Authorize Agreement between City of Brawley and CAL-OES to become a Vehicle Assignee and Receive a Type-6 Fire Engine and Equipment; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, presented by Mike York, Fire Chief.
Discussion and potential action to Approve Ordinance 2022-: Establishing installation of 4-way Stop Signs at the Intersections of A Street with 1st Street and with 7th Street, presented by Guillermo Sillas, Public Works Director/City Engineer.
The City Council approved to Receive and File the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Third Quarter Budget Report and Approve the Recommended Budget Adjustments, m/s/c Wharton/Hamby 5-0 Discussion and potential action to Receive and File the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Third Quarter Budget Report and Approve the Recommended Budget Adjustments, presented by Karla Romero, Finance Director/City Treasurer.
Study Session available on the City of Brawley's website:
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORT7.
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Departmental Reports are available on the City of Brawley's website:
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CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS8.
Councilmember Reports are available on the City of Brawley's website:
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9.CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Report is available on the City of Brawley's website:
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10.CLOSED SESSION
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4 Monthly Staff Report for May 2022 presented by Shirley Bonillas, Personnel and Risk Management Administrator.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (C.G.C. Section §54957.6) Agency Designated Representative: Tyler Salcido, City Manager Employee Organizations: Brawley Firefighters Association, Brawley Public Safety Employees Association, Brawley Police Sergeants Association, and Teamsters Union Local 542
STUDY SESSION
Review, discuss, and provide additional direction on the 2022/23 Preliminary Proposed Budget Study Session for the General Fund, presented by Karla Romero, Finance Director/City Treasurer. a.
PERSONNEL MATTERS (C.G.C. Section §54957)
a. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager
POTENTIAL LITIGATION (C.G.C. §54956.9)
a. Conference with Legal Counsel-one (1) case.
EXISTING LITIGATION (C.G.C. Section §54956.9)
a. Conference with Legal Counsel— One (1) Case
Name of Case: Vertical Bridge Development, LLC vs. City of Brawley
11. RE-CONVENED IN OPEN SESSION
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ADJOURNMENT @ 8:45 pm
0 Lorena Savala, Deputy City Clerk
5 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION (C.G.C. Section §54956.9) Status update was provided to Council.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-POTENTIAL LITIGATION (C.G.C. Section §54956.9) Council provided direction to staff.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (C.G.C. Section §54957.6) Council provided direction to negotiator.
PERSONNEL MATTERS (C.G.C. Section §54957)
Council provided direction to the City Manager