REGULAR CHICO CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 21, 2025
Chico Municipal Center, Council Chamber, 421 Main Street
1.1. Call to order - Mayor Reynolds called the October 21, 2025 Adjourned Regular City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 421 Main Street, Chico, CA. 10/21/25 Agenda
1.2. Invocation - Chaplain Eileen Brownell
1.3. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
1.4. Roll Call
1.5. October 21, 2025, Closed Session Announcement - City Attorney John Lam City Attorney Lam announced that Council met in Closed Session regarding the following items:
2.1 Labor Negotiations - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.2 Existing Litigation - Warren v. Chico - This item was not heard.
2.3 Pending Litigation - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.4 Existing Litigation - Northern Valley Harm Reduction Coalition v. Chico - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2. CONSENT AGENDA - All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are to be considered routine in nature.
2.1. RESOLUTION NO. 54-25 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO APPROVING THE "MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHICO AND THE CHICO PUBLIC SAFETY ASSOCIATION REGARDING PAY, HOURS, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2028 (2025 MOU-CPSA)" Adopted a resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Chico and Chico Public Safety Association (CPSA) which modifies the pay and benefit provisions applicable to CPSA, resulting from recently concluded negotiations. (Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director)
2.1. Staff Report
2.1. Attachment - CPSA 2025 MOU Resolution - CA signed
2.1. Attachment - CPSA 2025-MOU
2.2. RESOLUTION NO. 55-25 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2245 CEANOTHUS AVENUE (PORTION OF 015-460-003) - MAPLEWOOD, LLC, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY RESOLUTION NO. 56-25 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2244/2246 CEANOTHUS AVENUE (PORTION OF 015-480-095) - MICHAEL E. DIETZ AND KIM M. DIETZ, TRUSTEES OF THE MICHAEL AND KIM DIETZ FAMILY TRUST U/A/D OCTOBER 3, 2007 AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 25% INTEREST, AND LUCY MARGARET DIETZ, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE DIETZ LIVING TRUST, DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 2004 AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 25% INTEREST, AND DIETZ RENTALS, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST RESOLUTION NO. 57-25 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2280 CEANOTHUS AVENUE (PORTION OF 015-490-002) - GERALD ALLEN CAVANESS, TRUSTEE OF THE GERALD ALLEN CAVANESS REVOCABLE TRUST OF 2011, DATED OCTOBER 10, 2011, AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST AND DELENA CAVANESS, TRUSTEE OF THE DELENA A. CAVANESS REVOCABLE TRUST OF 2011, DATED JUNE 13, 2011, AS TO AN UNDIVIDED 50% INTEREST Adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the purchase agreement and any related documents necessary to acquire real property in order to construct the 2026 Road Rehabilitation - Ceanothus Avenue Project. (Brendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works - Engineering)
2.2. Staff Report
2.3 RESOLUTION NO. 58-25 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AUTHORIZING A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION COMMUNITY CLEANUP AND EMPLOYMENT PATHWAY Adopted a resolution authorizing staff to execute an application to the California Department of Transportation Cleanup and Employment Pathway Grant. (Erik Gustafson, Public Works Director - Operations & Maintenance)
2.3. Staff Report
2.4. FINAL MAP PENDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR’S APPROVAL: S24-01, Autumn Leaf Estates, Phase 1 Final Map (Epick Homes) - Information only
2.5. APPOINTMENT TO BUTTE COUNTY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT At its meeting on 11/16/21, the Council appointed Dr. Larry Kirk to serve a four-year term as the City representative on the Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District (BCMVCD). The term of appointment for this position can be either a two-year or four-year term. By letter dated October 9, 2025 (Attachment A), the Council was notified that the four-year appointment of Dr. Larry Krik would be expiring. Dr. Kirk has expressed a willingness and desire to serve again, and the District also wishes him to continue in this capacity. Should the Council choose not to reappoint but would rather have staff conduct recruitment, the appointment of this position would occur at the second meeting of January 2026. (Deboarh R. Presson, City Clerk & Elections Official)
2.5. Staff Report
2.6. CONSIDERATION AUTHORIZING FULL COUNCIL ENDORSEMENT FOR THE JESUS CENTER'S APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES (DHCS) BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONTINUUM INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM GRANT OPPORTUNITY Approved - Endorse the Jesus Center's grant application to the California Department of Health Care Services for the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program by signing a Letter of Support. (Erik Gustafson, Public Works Director - Operations & Maintenance)
2.6. Staff Report
2.7. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF 10/7/25
2.7. 10-7-25 Draft Council Minutes
2.8. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA - None.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Members of the public addressed the Council on any matter not already listed on the agenda and within the jurisdiction's authority. The Council was prohibited from taking any action at this meeting on requests made under this section of the agenda.
Addressing the Council was Sam Barber.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4.1. HEARING ORDERING FORMATION OF CHICO MAINTENANCE DISTRICT A55 - AUTUMN LEAF ESTATES SUBDIVISION A condition of approval of a final subdivision map requires property owner, Autumn Leaf, Inc., a California Corporation, to provide a means for funding the future replacement and ongoing operation and maintenance costs of stormwater facilities, fencing, monument signage, a mailbox pavilion structure, street trees, and landscaping, which are of special benefit to the subdivision. The new subdivision is located on the corner of Nord Avenue and Henshaw Avenue, APN 042-020-009 & 105. (Report - Brendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works - Engineering) The Mayor opened the hearing to the public. No one spoke. The hearing was closed.
Recommendation : The Director of Public Works - Engineering recommends adoption of the following resolution:
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO ORDERING FORMATION OF A MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND APPROVING A DECLARATION OF CONDITIONS, COVENANTS, AND RESTRICTIONS RELATING THERETO CITY OF CHICO MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. A55 - AUTUMN LEAF ESTATES SUBDIVISION
4.1. Staff Report
5. REGULAR AGENDA
5.1. ENHANCEMENTS TO THE ALTERNATE CAMPING SITE - Verbal report At its meeting of 10/7/25, the Council directed staff to return with options for enhancements at the alternative camping site located at Eaton and Cohasset. (Verbal report - Erik Gustafson, Public Works Operations & Maintenance Director Recommendation : Provide further direction.
5.2. CONSIDERATION OF INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AMENDING CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE (CMC) TITLES 10, 14, 16, 16R, AND 18R The Public Works - Engineering Department is proposing updates to several titles of the Chico Municipal Code (CMC). The proposed amendments to the CMC are to adhere to regulatory changes, follow City Council directives, implement process enhancements, promote modern engineering practices, and provide long-term sustainability to City infrastructure. (Report - Brendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works - Engineering) Recommendation : The Director of Public Works - Engineering recommends the introduction of the following ordinances, by reading of titles only, with two additional codified resolutions as follows:
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING TITLE 10 VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING TITLE 14 STREETS AND SIDEWALKS OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING TITLE 16 BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDIN TITLE 16R BUILDING STANDARDS OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE - Codified
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING TITLE 18R DESIGN CRITERIA AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS OF THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE - Codified
5.2. Staff Report
5.3. CONSIDERATION OF 9-17-25 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.3. 9.17.25 Finance Committe Recommendations
A.
BUTTE COUNTY TAX SHARING AGREEMENT
The Committee discussed the agreement and agreements of other jurisdictions.
Recommendation
: The Committee recommends (3-0) that after hearing about and understanding the agreement, to take no action and to not approach the County about adjusting the agreement.
B.
CALPERS PRESENTATION
The Committee received a presentation on the most recent CalPERS data and unfunded liability information. Discussion included how to lower the unfunded liability and possibly outsourcing some City services.
Recommendation
: The Committee voted (2-1 with Hawley opposed), to agendize a discussion on how the City can reduce the unfunded liability, and what actions the City can take to reduce the unfunded liability over time.
C.
DISCUSSION OF DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE FORMULA
The Committee discussed the City’s current policy of not lowering the fees when the index decreases and using the rolling three year average.
Recommendation
: The Committee recommends (2-1 with van Overbeek opposed), that Council adopt the change formalizing that development impact fees decrease when the index decreases.
5.4. CONSIDERATION OF 10-06-25 INTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
5.4. 10-06-25 Internal Affairs Minutes
A.
CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.44 AMENDMENTS - MASSAGE ORDINANCE (WAIVERS) The Committee met and discussed additional changes to the massage ordinance to address the issues referred by Council.
Recommendation
: The Committee recommends (3-0) that the Council direct staff to bring the revised ordinance before Council for consideration.
5.4. 10-06-25 Internal Affairs Minutes
5.4. 10-06-25 Internal Affairs Minutes
5.4. 10-06-25 Internal Affairs Minutes
5.5. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT REORGANIZATION AND UPDATE TO APPENDIX B-3 The Administrative Services Director requests approval of the reorganization of the Administrative Services Department, reclassifying three administrative positions as well as an update to Appendix B-3 reflecting these changes. (Report - Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director) Recommendation the Administrative Services Director recommends Council approve the reorganization.
5.5. Staff Report
5.6. COUNCILMEMBER WINSLOW REQUEST - BIKE AND SCOOTER SHARING PROGRAM At its meeting of 9/16/25, the Council voted to agendize a discussion of the creation of a bike or scooter share program and policies that might limit it.
Addressing the Council on this item were Jesse Horgan and Raymond Swope.
5.6. Councilmember Winslow request
5.7. ITEMS ADDED AFTER THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA - None.
6. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS - The following reports and communication items are provided for the Council’s information. No action can 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, City Manager Sorensen
6.2. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT AND BUDGET MONITORING REPORTS THOUGH JUNE 30, 2025 - Information Only
6.2. Staff Report
6.3. COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTS - None.
7. ADJOURNMENT - Adjourned at 7:39 p.m. to Closed Session Meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or 5:30 p.m. followed by the Regular City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 421 Main Street, Chico.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING OF THE CHICO CITY COUNCIL - October 21, 2025 Minutes 10-21-25 CC Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER - Mayor Reynolds called the Closed Session meeting of October 21, 2025, to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located at 421 Main Street, Chico, CA. She announced all items on the agenda.
1.1. ROLL CALL - All members were present.
2. CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - There were no speakers to address the Council. There were no Council disqualifications. The City Council then adjourned into Conference Room 2 for Closed Session at 5:03 p.m.
2.1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54957.6 - Council was briefed, direction was provided. No formal action was taken.
Negotiator: Laura Izon (Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud and Romo law firm (AALRR)) & Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director Employee Organizations: Chico Management Employees, Stationary Engineers Local 39, Chico Fire Management Employees, Service Employees International Union - Trades & Crafts, United Public Employees of California - Local 792
2.2. 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 - This item was not heard.
2.3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(d)(1). Case: XXXXX vs. City of Chico: (WC Claim No. 196087286-001/196087550-001) - Council was briefed, direction was provided, no further action was taken.
2.4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(a): Northern Valley Harm Reduction Coalition vs. City of Chico et al Case No. 24CV03294 - Council was briefed, direction was provided, no further action was taken.
2.5. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS THAT AROSE AFTER THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA - None.
3. ADJOURNMENT – Adjourned at 5:36 p.m. to the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.