CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Cathedral City
Study Session 3:00 PM
Regular Meeting 5:30 PM
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
City Council Chambers
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nancy Ross called the Study Session portion of the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Nancy Ross, Mayor
Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Robert McCormick expressed his concern about an incident that happened at the Cathedral City Senior Center.
2. STUDY SESSION
A. Interview Applicants for Finance Advisory Committee
Recommendation: Interview applicants for one vacant seat on the Finance Advisory Committee.
City Manager Charles McClendon provide a brief introduction of how the interview process would be conducted. Using a random number draw the City Council interviewed the applicants in the following order:
1. David Leach
2. Antonio Baciu
3. Rocio Conde
There was no formal action taken by the City Council. A formal appointment will be made during the Regular City Council meeting.
B. Economic Development Update: Strategic Partnerships, Auto Industry Analysis, and Development Dashboard Tools
Recommendation: This report is for information and discussion only.
Erick Becerril, Economic Development Manager, and Victor Gomez, Analyst II, provided an Economic Development update covering Strategic Partnerships, the Auto Industry Analysis and the Development Dashboard Tools. The following points were presented:
• TeamCalifornia Scholarship
• SWOT Analysis
• Business Support Programs FY 25/26
• Development Dashboard
Danny Lee discussed the GIS tool and the positive response from the public.
This was a presentation only, there was no formal action taken by the City Council.
C. Review of Historic Preservation Committee
Recommendation: City staff recommends City Council review and discuss the intent and purpose of the Historic Preservation Committee (HPC) and provide direction to City staff and the HPC.
Andrew Firestine, Director of Community and Economic Development, provided a presentation on the Historic Preservation Committee and requested that the City Council discuss and provide direction on what the role and purpose of the committee should be. The following points were presented:
• Background of the Historic Preservation Committee
• How and When the Committee was Established
• Meeting History
• Historic Preservation Committee Work Plan
• Role of the Historic Preservation Committee
Danny Lee feels the City should encourage other volunteer groups such as the Historical Society to do this type of expanded work, to avoid the Brown Act limitations of a committee/commission.
The following comment was received for the record:
Eri Nox provided comments related to the role of the Historic Preservation Committee.
The City Council expressed support for encouraging the Historic Preservation Committee to do work beyond the application process and expand its role to nclude the work plan as presented
3. CLOSED SESSION
A. Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Government Code section 54957(b) Two (2) positions:
Position Title: Interim City Manager
Position Title: City Manager
Recommendation: There is no Staff Recommendation.
B. Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.6
Repres Need Emplo Ces: Cs thedral dity oManagement Association (CCPMA)
Recommendation: There is no Staff Recommendation.
C. Conference with Legal Counsel — Initiation of Litigation. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4)
One (1) Matter 68342 Kieley Rd.
Recommendation: There is no Staff Recommendation.
City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council will meet in Closed Session to discuss the items listed on the agenda.
RECESS
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 4:31 p.m. and reconvened for the Regular Meeting at 5:30 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nancy Ross called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
City Attorney Eric Vail announced that the City Council met in Closed Session during the Study Session portion of the meeting and reported the following:
3A. Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Government Code section 54957(b) Two (2) positions:
Position Title: Interim City Manager
Position Title: City Manager
There was No reportable action taken.
3B. Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.6
Agency Negotiator: Charles McClendon, City Manager
Represented Employees: Cathedral City Police Management Association (CCPMA)
There was no reportable action taken.
3C. Conference with Legal Counsel - Initiation of Litigation. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4)
One (1) Matter 68342 Kieley Rd.
The City Council directed staff to initiate litigation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Mark Carnevale led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION (MOMENT OF REFLECTION)
Councilmember Rita Lamb offered the Invocation.
ROLL CALL
Council Present:
Nancy Ross, Mayor
Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
Rita Lamb, Councilmember
Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
AGENDA FINALIZATION
There were no changes to the agenda.
1. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Charles McClendon announced his retirement effective September 19, 2025.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Art Gregoire discussed the history of minorities being targeted and expressed his concern with what is happening now all around the Country.
Yasmin Espinoza expressed her concern with the fear in the community due to the recent activity of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and urged the City Council to get involved and help.
3. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Rita Lamb reported on the following:
• Her vacation
• Her meeting with Shane Massoud from SCE
• Her attendance at the Firefighters Medic 22 Swearing in Ceremony • The article in the Desert Sun related to the retirement of Charles McClendon
• The retirement of Palm Springs Unified School District Superintendent Dr.
Tonatiuh "Tony" Signoret
• The upcoming Fields of Valor
• Her interviews for the Public Arts Commission and the Parks and Community Events Commission
• Her participation in the Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy • The Free Summer Movie Series at Mary Pickford
• The Summer Swim Program at Cathedral City High School • The upcoming Desert Rats presentation on June 28th
• Her attendance at the Street Sign Topper reveal for Jane Rosco and Diane Gill
Mayor Pro Tem Gregory reported on the following:
• His attendance at the Street Sign Topper reveal for Jane Rosco and Diane Gill
• His attendance at the CVAG Transportation Committee meeting • The Pride Flag raising at City Hall
• His attendance at a meeting with the Verano Community related to the blow sand issue
• His attendance at the CVAG Public Safety meeting
• His attendance at the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber Board Installation Dinner
• His attendance at the Riverside County Transportation Commission meeting
• His attendance at the kickoff of the Free Summer Movies Series at Mary Pickford
• His trip to Big Bear Lake and participation in the No Kings Rally • The upcoming Ambulance Roll Back for Medic 22 on July 1st • The 4* of July Holiday
• The next City Council meeting on July gt
• The City Manager's retirement
Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez reported on the following:
• Wished everyone a Happy Father's Day
• His attendance at the Street Sign Topper reveal for Jane Rosco and Diane Gill
• His attendance at the CVAG Conservation Commission meeting • The retirement of Palm Springs Unified School District Superintendent Dr.
Tonatiuh "Tony" Signoret
• Wished City Manager a Happy Retirement
• His attendance at the Firefighters Medic 22 Swearing in Ceremony • The code violations around the City and how to report code issues on the City's App
• Reminded everyone that Fireworks are illegal
Councilmember Mark Carnevale reported on the following:
• His meeting with Assistant City Manager Ambrose for a weekly update meeting
• His update from staff of C4 odor mitigation measures
• His attendance at the Firefighters Medic 22 Swearing in Ceremony • His attendance at the Street Sign Topper reveal for Jane Rosco and Diane • The recent activity of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) • The upcoming Fields of Valor
Mayor Nancy Ross reported on her recent activities to help with the activity of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the city. She provided an overview of the rights of those who come in contact with ICE.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
Recommendation: Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda.
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B. Appring of the May 28, 2025 Study Session and Regular Council Recommendation: Approve the May 28, 2025, Study Session and Regular City Council Minutes.
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C. Check Demand May
Recommendation: Receive and File.
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D. Amendment to the Personnel Rules
Recommendation: To adopt the amended Personnel Rules as presented and authorize the City Manager to implement the updated Personnel Rules and make minor administrative adjustments as needed.
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E. CCPOA CaPERS Compliance
Recommendation: To authorize the City Manager to execute a side letter with the Cathedral City Police Officers Association (CCPOA) to update MOU language to ensure compliance with CaPERS reporting requirements for special compensation.
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Resolution Adopting an Updated City-Wide Salary Schedule Recommendation: To • adopt a resolution approving a city-wide publicly available pay schedule in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Sections 570.5, 571, 571.1, and to acknowledge the charter-mandated salary adjustment for elected officials. This resolution will supersede all previous resolutions regarding job classifications and compensation levels to the extent they conflict with this new recommendation.
Reso 2025-16
G. Amendment to Executive, Administrative, and Professional Employee Regulations - Compensation and Healthcare Benefit Adjustments Recommendation:
To approve an amendment to the Executive, Administrative, and Professional Employee Regulations to: (1) Adjust the salary increase from 2.6% to 3.0% effective the first full pay period after July 1, 2025, to maintain competitive market positioning; (2) Establish healthcare maximum contributions for calendar years 2026 and 2027 as follows:
• Unit Member Only: $1,000 (2026), $1050 (2027)
• Unit Member+1: $1950 (2026), $2050 (2027)
• Family: $2700 (2026), $2800 (2027)
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H. Notice of Completion for HSIP Cycle 10: Pedestrian Crossing on Ramon Road and Candlewood Drive
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Highway Safety Improvements Program (HSIP) Cycle 10: Pedestrian Crossing on Ramon Road and Candlewood Drive project (C08753), as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion with the Riverside County Recorder's Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. upon expiration of the notice of completion (NOC).
Mayor Pro Tem Gregory recused himself from taking action on this item due to owning property in the area.
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Notice of Completion for the Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025 Citywide Pavement Striping, Markings, and Markers Project (C08687).
Recommendation: To accept and approve the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Citywide Pavement Striping Markings and Markers project (C08687), as complete; authorize the City Manager to execute and file a notice of completion with the Riverside County Recorder's Office; and authorize the release of retention funds to Cal Stripe Inc. upon expiration of the notice of completion (NOC).
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Second Reading of an Ordinance Adopting the Revised Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) Map.
Recommendation: To waive reading beyond the title, provide second reading and approve an ordinance adopting the March 24, 2025 final updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) map.
Ord 888
K. Second Reading of an Ordinance to Adopt the 2025 Citywide Speed Limit Survey
Recommendation: To provide second reading, by title only, and adopt an ordinance approving the Engineering and Traffic Survey prepared by Albert A.
Webb Associates and establishing the 2025 Citywide Speed Limits in Cathedral City.
Ord 887
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Compressor Replacement Recommendation: To authorize the purchase and installation of two new Arctic SCBA compressor systems one at Station 1 and one at Station 2, for a combined total of $177,548.90. This investment is essential to maintaining firefighter safety, reducing operational risk, and supporting the department's M.O. 2025-97
M. Award Agreement for Landscape Maintenance and Support services Recommendation: To approve the maintenance services agreement for landscape maintenance and support services; and authorize the City Manager to execute the maintenance agreement with PS
Tree Service.
Joel Diaz, Representative from PS Tree Service, thanked the City Council for the opportunity.
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Award Maintenance Agreement for Janitorial Services
Recommendation: To approve the maintenance services agreement for janitorial services; and, , authorize the City Manager to execute the maintenance agreement with APEX Team Solutions.
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O. Two-Year Law Enforcement Services Agreement Between the Palm Springs Unified School District and Cathedral City Police Department for One School Resource Officer
Recommendation: To approve an agreement with the Palm Springs Unified School District (District) for the Police Department to provide the District with one trained police officer on a full-time basis as a School Resource Officer (SRO) for FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27, in the amount of $369,158, and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
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P. Professional Services Contract with Terra Nova Planning and Research, Inc. for the CV Commerce Center project
Recommendation: Approve an amendment to the professional services agreement with Terra Nova Planning and Research, Inc. for planning and environmental services related to the CV Commerce Center project and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Terra Nova Planning and Research, Inc.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the Consent Agenda with Mayor Pro Tem Gregory recusing himself from item 4H.
RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Annual Renewal of the Lighting & Landscaping District (LLD) Budget Recommendation: Hold a public hearing, adopt resolutions approving the final engineer's report, and order the levy and collection of annual assessments for the sixteen (16) existing benefit zones for the annual renewal of the Lighting and Landscaping District Budget for fiscal year (FY) 2025/2026.
Kevin Biersack, Director of Financial Services, provided an overview of the Annual Renewal of the Lighting and Landscape District Budget.
Mayor Ross opened the Public Hearing to receive public comments, seeing none, she closed the Public Hearing and returned the discussion to the City Council.
Reso 2025-17
Reso 2025-18
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to adopt the following two resolutions:
A Resolution ordering the levy and collection of assessments within the Street Lighting and Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for fiscal year 2025/2026. (Reso 2025-17)
A Resolution amending and/or approving the final engineer's annual levy report for the Street Lighting and Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 fiscal year 2025/2026. (Reso 2025-18)
RESULT: PASS [5 TO O]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
B. Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0002 and Specific Plan Amendment 25-0002
Recommendation: Find Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0002 and Specific Plan Amendment 25-0002 exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
Introduce an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0002 amending Chapter 9.18 of Title 9 of the Cathedral City Municipal Code to add single family dwellings as a permitted use in the RM (Multiple-Family Residential) District for lots no greater than 10,000 square feet, that are surrounded by existing development on two adjacent properties, and that do not have frontage on an Arterial Highway.
Introduce an ordinance approving Specific Plan Amendment 25-0002 amending Specific Plan 87-26C to allow single family dwellings in the specific plan when permitted in the underlying zoning district and to clarify that single family dwellings are subject to the development standards of the underlying zoning district.
Dom Camps, Associate Planner, provided an overview of the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0002 and Specific Plan Amendment 25-0002.
Mayor Nancy Ross opened the Public Hearing to receive public comment, seeing none, she closed the Public Hearing and returned discussion to the City Council.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to introduce the first reading of an ordinance, by title only, approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0002 amending Chapter
9.18 of Title 9 of the Cathedral City Municipal Code to add single family dwellings as a permitted use in the RM (Multiple-Family Residential) District for lots no greater than 10,000 square feet, that are surrounded by existing development on two adjacent properties, and that do not have frontage on an Arterial Highway and to introduce the first reading of an ordinance, by title only, approving Specific Plan Amendment 25-0002 amending Specific Plan 87-26C to allow single family dwellings in the specific plan when permitted in the underlying zoning district and to clarify that single family dwellings are subject to the development standards of the underlying zoning district.
RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
C. Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0003
Recommendation: Find Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0003 exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, introduce an ordinance amending Title 9 Planning and Zoning of the Cathedral City Municipal Code to add Chapter 9.09 (Public Notification and Community Meetings) and to amend Chapters 9.05, 9.52, 9.72, 9.74, 9.76, and 9.78 to delete existing provisions that conflict with new Chapter 9.09 relating to public notification requirements.
Sandra Molina, Deputy Director of Community and Economic Development, provided an overview of the ordinance amending Title 9 Planning and Zoning of the Cathedral City Municipal Code and staff's recommendation to add Chapter 9.09 (Public Notification and Community Meetings) and proposed amendments to Chapters 9.05, 9.52, 9.72, 9.74, 9.76, and 9.78.
Mayor Nancy Ross opened the Public Hearing to receive public comments.
Danielle Mead provided background on the Planning Commission's recommendation and urged the Council to support the staffs recommendation.
Mayor Nancy Ross closed the Public Hearing and returned the discussion to the City Council.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to find Zoning Ordinance Amendment 25-0003 exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, introduce the first reading of an ordinance, by title only, amending Title 9 Planning and Zoning of the Cathedral City Municipal Code to add Chapter 9.09 (Public Notification and Community Meetings) and to amend Chapters 9.05, 9.52, 9.72, 9.74, 9.76, and
9.78 to delete existing provisions that conflict with new Chapter 9.09 relating to public notification requirements.
RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
6. LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
A. Appointment to the Finance Advisory Committee
Recommendation: To consider appointing one individual to the Finance Advisory Committee with a term expiring on June 30, 2028, based on the interviews conducted during the Study Session Meeting of June 25, 2025.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to appoint Antonio Baciu to the Finance Advisory Committee with a term expiring on June 30, 2028.
RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Approval of Contract Agreement with City Detect
Recommendation: Staff recommends City Council review and approve the contract with City Detect for Al camera systems.
Danny Lee discussed the community response to his social media post related to this item.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Carnevale and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve a contract with City Detect for Al camera systems.
RESULT: [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Mark Carnevale, Councilmember
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
C. FY 25/26 Community Assistance Grant Program Awards Council Approval
Recommendation: The Council Subcommittee recommends City Council approve the award of grants totaling $70,000 for the FY 2025/2026 Communit Assistance Grant Program
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the award of the following grants totaling $70,000 for the FY 2025/2026 Community Assistance Grant Program:
Organization Award
65 Check Inc. $7,500
ACT for Multiple Sclerosis $3,000
Alzheimer's Coachella Valley $2,500
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 519 $1,500
Angel View, Inc $3,000
Assistance League of Coachella Valley $2,000
Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral City $8,500
Cathedral Center $4,000
Children's Discovery Museum $2,000
Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network $1,500
Coachella Valley Rescue Mission $5,000
Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation $2,000
Desert Access & Mobility, Inc. $1,000
Dinner with Patsi $3,500
Do the Right Thing Greater Palm Springs $2,000
Habitat for Humanity of the Coachella Valley $5,000
John F. Kennedy Memorial Foundation $4,500
Operation Safe House, Inc. $2,500
Palm Springs Air Museum, Inc. $3,000
Parkinson's Resource Organization $3,000
Raynaldo J. Carreon MD Foundation $3,000
Total to be Awarded $70,000
RESULT: PASS [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb, Carnevale
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmember Mark Carnevale excused himself from the meeting at 7:45 p.m.
D. FY 2025/26 Community Arts Grant Program Awards
Recommendation: To approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to fund grants through the Community Arts Grant Program.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to approve the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to fund grants through the Community Arts Grant Program as follows:
Organization Award
Desert Ensemble $2,500
Green Room Theatre $ 2,500
Larry Harris/Strong Words $ 2,000
S.C.R.A.P. Gallery $ 5,000
Cathedral City Senior Center $5,000
Cult and Classic Films, LLC $ 3,000
Total to be awarded $20,000
RESULT: PASS [4 TO 0]
MOVER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:
ABSENT: Carnevale
ABSTAIN:
E. Ratify Nominations by Councilmembers for Commission/Committee Seats and Appoint Individuals to Serve a Three-year Term to Expire June 30,2028.
Recommendation: To ratify the following nominations and appoint each individual to serve a three-year term continuing through June 30, 2028:
Planning Commission:
Nomination by Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez to reappoint Danny Lee Architectural Review Committee:
Nomination by Mayor Nancy Ross to reappoint Dean Keefer Nomination by Councilmember Rita Lamb to reappoint Tanner Hoss Historic Preservation Committee:
Nomination by Mayor Pro Tem Raymond Gregory to reappoint Eri Nox Nomination by Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez to reappoint John Rivera Parks and Community Events Commission:
Nomination by Councilmember Rita Lamb to appoint Ashley McGullam Public Arts Commission:
Nomination by Councilmember Rita Lamb to appoint Kara Robinson M.O. 2025-108
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Lamb to ratify the following nominations and appoint each individual to serve a three-year term continuing through June 30, 2028, and directing staff to develop a policy for Council's consideration, within 90 days, for Commission/Committee Liaisons to address attendance concerns for Commissioners and Committee members:
Planning Commission:
Nomination by Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez to reappoint Danny Lee Architectural Review Committee:
Nomination by Mayor Nancy Ross to reappoint Dean Keefer Nomination by Councilmember Rita Lamb to reappoint Tanner Hoss Historic Preservation Committee:
Nomination by Mayor Pro Tem Raymond Gregory to reappoint Eri Nox Nomination by Councilmember Ernesto Gutierrez to reappoint John Rivera Parks and Community Events Commission:
Nomination by Councilmember Rita Lamb to appoint Ashley McGullam Public Arts Commission:
Nomination by Councilmember Rita Lamb to appoint Kara Robinson RESULT: PASS [4 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Rita Lamb, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:
ABSENT: Carnevale
ABSTAIN:
F. IRS Section 115 Trust Plan for Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Recommendation: Staff recommends City Council adopt Resolution 2025-XX approving the Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension Section 115 Trust administered by Shuster Advisory Group and discontinue the City's current participation in the CalPERS-administered CERBT.
Reso 2025-19
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Gregory and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to adopt a resolution approving the Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension Section 115 Trust administered by Shuster Advisory Group and discontinue the City's current participation in the CalPERS- administered CERBT and directing staff to develop an IRS Section 115 Trust Plan Investment Policy, within 120 days, for Council's consideration.
RESULT: [4 TO 0]
MOVER: Raymond Gregory, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Ernesto Gutierrez, Councilmember
AYES: Ross, Gregory, Gutierrez, Lamb
NOES:
ABSENT: Carnevale
ABSTAIN:
7. DISCUSSION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There was no discussion on future agenda items.
8. CLOSED SESSION
There were no additional Closed Session Items.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nancy Ross adjourned the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
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