ADJOURNED REGULAR CHICO CITY COUNCIL MEETING - May 17, 2022 Minutes
1.1. ADJOURNED REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 1:00 p.m. Budget Session & 6:00 p.m.
Regular Meeting
Call to Order - Mayor Coolidge called the May 17, 2022 - Adjourned Regular City Council meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 421 Main Street, Chico, CA.
1.3. Invocation - Chaplain Peter Hansen
1.4. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
1.5. Roll Call
Present: Bennett, Brown, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge
Absent: None
1.6. BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
A. DEPARTMENT BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
1. City Manager - General Message
2. Administrative Services Department - Vision & Goals
3. Human Resources & Risk Management
Fire & Rescue Department
5. Police Department
The Council recessed at 2:36 p.m. for a ten-minute break. The meeting was reconvened and all members were present.
Community Development Department
Public Works - Operations & Maintenance
8. Public Works - Engineering
Addressing the Council on the budget presentations were Ruth Sarnoff, Lorenzo Nunez, and Tod Kimmelshue.
B. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2022-23 PROPOSED BUDGET
The 2022-23 Proposed Budget was presented and discussed by the Interim City Manager and Department Directors with the City Council. At this meeting, City Council was asked to approve the Proposed Budget for the City of Chico and the Successor Agency to the Chico Redevelopment Agency. (Report - Paul Hahn, Interim City Manager)
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A motion was made by Councilmember Morgan and seconded by Councilmember O'Brien to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 28-22 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO ADOPTING THE 2022-23 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF CHICO, THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO
THE CHICO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bennett, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge NOES: Brown
Upon conclusion of the budget session, the Council recessed into Closed Session at 4:16 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 6:00 p.m. and all members were present.
1.7. RECONVENE AND CALL MEETING TO ORDER - 6:00 p.m.
1.8. PROCLAMATIONS
A. NorCalCyber Mayor's Cup 2022
B. Arbor Day Proclamation
2. CONSENT AGENDA - All matters listed under the Consent Agenda were considered routine and could thereby be enacted by one motion.
A motion was made by Councilmember Brown and seconded by Vice Mayor Reynolds to approve the Consent Agenda, as read.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bennett, Brown, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge NOES: None
2.1. ADOPTION OF SEWER IN LIEU RESOLUTIONS - VARIOUS
Adopted resolutions authorizing sewer assessments to be collected on the tax roll, in lieu of full and immediate payment of the sewer system connection fees. (Leigh Ann Sutton, Public Works Director-Engineering)
RESOLUTION NO. 29-22 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO LEVYING
ASSESSMENT INSTALLMENTS IN LIEU OF THE PAYMENT OF SEWER SYSTEM CONNECTION FEES INCIDENT TO THE CONNECTION OF PREMISES TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM - 3035 & 3039 ESPLANADE - ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 006-270-015 (Petition from property owners Roy P. Ellis and Janet Ellis)
RESOLUTION NO. 30-22 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO LEVYING
ASSESSMENT INSTALLMENTS IN LIEU OF THE PAYMENT OF SEWER SYSTEM CONNECTION FEES INCIDENT TO THE CONNECTION OF PREMISES TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM - 1498 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE - ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 045-321-020 (Petition from property owners Jacob Boyle and Megan Boyle)
2.2. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF 2/25/22, 3/1/22, 3/11/22, 3/15/22, 3/29/22
2.3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA - None
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3. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR - Members of the public addressed the Council on matters not listed on the agenda. The Council could not act at this meeting on any requests made under this section of the agenda.
Addressing the Council were Tom van Overbeek, Trevor Leis, representatives from Chico High School, Marsh Jr. High, Chico Jr. High School, Fairview High School, Teresa Miller, Kristi Napoli, Amy McConnell, Aaron Gausmel, Paula Hare, Craig Jenks, Dan George, Austin Barron, James McDaniel, Randy Waring, Shawn Davidson, Katie Posey, Marvin Root, Pamela Boeger, Karen Hansen, Sherrie Root, Deverie Jarrett, Pam Mays, Kelliann Seitz, Dori Franklin, Nichole Creech, Carlton Lowen, Karin Williams, Jesica Giannola, Brad Smith, Julie Threet, Curtis Anderson, Rob Berry, Kim Nott, Gina Bax Eric Root, Patrick Newman, and Jeff Creed
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4.1. HEARING TO APPROVE THE 2022-2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE USE OF FEDERAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP
GRANT (HOME) FUNDS
The City receives an annual award of community development and housing funds from the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Each year, the City must submit an Annual Action Plan (AAP) to HUD describing the City's plans for using these funds in the upcoming year. The AAP was made available for public comment on April 15, 2022. At its April 19, 2022 meeting, the City Council conducted a hearing on the draft 2022-2023 Annual Plan and directed staff to schedule a second hearing for adoption of the Final Annual Plan at its meeting on May 17, 2022. (Report - MaryJo Alonzo, Housing Specialist)
Mayor Coolidge opened the hearing to the public. Addressing the Council was Ruth Sarnoff. The hearing was closed to further comment.
A motion was made by Councilmember Brown and seconded by Councilmember Morgan to approve the Annual Action Plan, including the proposed amendments and authorize its submittal to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bennett, Brown, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge NOES: None
AMENDMENT TO CITY OF CHICO BUDGET APPENDIX B-1 AND B-3 DUE TO THE
CLASSIFICATION STUDY
Receive the Classification Study Recommendations and an amendment to the City of Chico's 2021/22 Fiscal Year Budget Appendix B-1 and B-3, modifying the position allocations for various departments at the City. (Report - Jennifer Macarthy, Deputy City Manager) A motion was made by Councilmember O'Brien and seconded by Councilmember Bennett to acknowledge the receipt of the Classification Study and approve Budget Appendix B-1 and B-3, as submitted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bennett, Brown, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge NOES: None
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6. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS - The following reports and communication items were provided for the Council's information. No action could be taken on items under this section unless the Council agrees to include it on a subsequent agenda.
6.1. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT - Verbal Report, Interim City Manager Hahn
6.2. COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTS - Pursuant to AP&P 10-10, Councilmembers may verbally request an item to be agendized at a future meeting. After stating what the item would be, a majority vote of Council was needed in order for staff to agendize. Councilmembers may also submit requests in writing.
Councilmember Tandon Request - Possible Fund Set Up for Citizens to Contribute Towards Homelessness Issue
A motion was made by Mayor Coolidge and seconded by Councilmember Tandon to agendize a discussion about setting up a fund where willing members of the community can donate to help provide extra resources towards services provided to our homeless community.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bennett, Brown, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge NOES: None
Vice Mayor Reynolds Request - Quality of Life Ballot Measure A motion was made by Vice Mayor Reynolds and seconded by Councilmember Tandon to agendize a discussion about the possibility of placing a voter initiative on the November ballot that would establish the elements of quality of life as safety, cleanliness, beauty, and economic vitality which would provide a means for citizens and businesses t hold the City accountable.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Bennett, Morgan, O'Brien, Tandon, Reynolds, Coolidge NOES: Brown
7. CLOSED SESSION - PUBLIC COMMENTS OR COUNCIL DISQUALIFICATIONS - None
7.1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(a): USDC (ED) Case No. 2:21-cv-00640 - MCE-DMC: Warren v. Chico
7.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(a): SUPERIOR COURT Case No. 22CV00360: David L. Waddell v. City of Chico
7.3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION: Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(d)(2) - (1 case)
7.4. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT: (Gov. Code section 54957 - Title: City Manager)
7.5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR - Pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54957.6 Negotiator: To Be Determined
Employee Organizations: Chico Battalion Chiefs, Chico Management Employees, Chico Police Management, Chico Police Officers Association, Chico Public Safety Association, Confidentials, International Association of Fire Fighters, Service Employees International Union - Trades & Crafts, Stationary Engineers Local 39, United Public Employees of California - Local 792, and All Department Heads
7.6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov. Code §54956.8) Agency Negotiator: Paul Hahn, Interim City Manager
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Negotiating Parties: California Water Company
APN/Street Address:039-530-009. 010/4827 Chico River Road Under Negotiation: Price and terms
7.7. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS THAT AROSE AFTER THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA - None
7.8. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
The City Attorney announced that Council met in Closed Session with staff during the 5:00 p.m. break to discuss the items as noted on the agenda, which included Items 7.1. through 7.6. No action was taken; direction was provided on all items.
8. ADJOURNMENT - Adjourned at 7:39 p.m. to the Regular City Council meeting on June 7, 2022, at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, 421 Main Street, Chico, CA.
Date Approved: /drp 6/7/22
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Deborah R. Presson, MMC, City Clerk
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