ADJOURNED REGULAR CHICO CITY COUNCIL MEETING - August 18, 2026 Minutes
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Reynolds called the August 18, 2026, Adjourned Regular Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 421 Main Street, Chico, CA.
1.1. Invocation - Chaplain Michael Boyle
1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
1.3. Roll Call
Present: Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
Absent: None
1.4. August 18, 2026 Closed Session Announcements - City Attorney Ryan Jones City Attorney Ryan Jones announced that Council met with staff on the Closed Session matters on August 18, 2026.
2.1 Existing Litigation - Eddie Sanchez vs. City of Chico et al - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.2 Labor Negotiations - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.3 Existing Litigation - Believe in Chico v. City of Chico - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.4 Existing Litigation - Ann Schwab et al v. Kasey Reynolds et al - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.5 Property Negotiations - 2 properties - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.6 Property Negotiations - 4 properties - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.7 Property Negotiations - 21 properties - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.8 Public Employee Evaluation - City Clerk - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
1.5. Swearing In of City Manager of Gillian Haen by City Clerk Deborah R. Presson
CONSENT AGENDA
Addressing the Council on the Consent Agenda were Tracy Vincent and Stephen Hazel.
A motion was made by Councilmember Goldstein and seconded by Councilmember Hawley to approve the Consent Agenda as read, with Item 2.5 removed for further discussion. Councilmember Hawley, Councilmember Goldstein and Councilmember Winslow voted no on Item 2.6.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds NOES: None
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2.1. ORDINANCE NO. 2623 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO AMENDING THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 5.45 ENTITLED "ENTERTAINMENT ZONES" AND AMENDING SECTION 9.30.040 TO ALLOW THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN DESIGNATED AREAS PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL 969 - Final reading and adoption by reading of title only
2.2. ORDINANCE NO. 2624 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT 18-01 BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHICO AND JP REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS, LLC (COURTESY MOTORS) - Uncodified, Final reading and adoption by reading of title only
2.3. RESOLUTION NO. 56-26 - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO TO ORDER THE MODIFICATION OF CHICO MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. A55 - AUTUMN LEAF
ESTATES SUBDIVISION
Adopted a resolution of intention to modify an existing maintenance district to reflect a revised subdivision layout that reduces the total number of residential lots from 68 to 67. The modification was necessary to accurately redistribute the district's assessments among the benefited properties based on the revised subdivision's number of lots. The amendment does not change the purpose of the district, or the maintenance services it provides. (Brendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works - Engineering)
2.4. RESOLUTION NO. 57-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO
PUBLE RIENTOEMAY TO THE STATE DAC AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE DEEDS CONVEYING REAL PROPERTY AND
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (PARCELS: 041866-1, 041867-1, 041868-1, 041869-1, AND 041870-1) Adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute deeds conveying real property and public right- of-way to the State of California, Department of Transportation. (Brendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works - Engineering)
2.5. RESOLUTION NO 58-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO ADOPTING THE UPDATED CITY OF CHICO LOCAL ROAD SAFETY PLAN - This item was removed from Consent for further discussion by Councilmember Hawley.
Adopted a resolution adopting the City of Chico Updated Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) which provided a framework to identify, analyze and prioritize roadway safety improvements on local roads. An LRSP provides an opportunity to address roadway safety needs in the City of Chico based on the analyses of historical collision data and public input. A 5-year LRSP update is a requirement for an agency to be eligible to apply for Highway Safety Improvement (HSIP) funds. (Brendan Ottoboni, Director of Public Works, Engineering)
A motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember O Brien to adopt the resolution as follows and direct staff from the Police Department and from Public Works - Engineering to return with a brief presentation of the plan and any areas they would like to highlight for the Council.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds NOES: None
2.6. RESOLUTION NO. 59-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO APPROVING "MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF CHICO AND CHICO POLICE
OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (COA), REGARDING PAY, HOURS, AND OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2026 - JUNE 30, 2030(2026 MOU - CPOA) Councilmember Goldstein, Councilmember Hawley and Councilmember Winslow voted no on this item.
Adopted a resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Chico and the Chico Police Officers' Association (CPOA) for July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2030, approving modifications to CPOA pay and benefit provisions following recent negotiations. (Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director) August 18, 2026 City Council Minutes Page|2
2.7. RESOLUTION NO 60-26 - RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHICO DESIGNATING
CITY OFFICERS AUTHORIZED TO ORDER DEPOSITS AND WITHDRAWALS OF FUNDS IN THE LOCAL
AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND
Adopted a resolution updating the list of authorized City Officers for Local Agency Investment Fund. California Government Code §16429.1 requires an updated list of City Officers authorized to order the deposit or withdrawal of funds in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). (Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director)
2.8. ACCEPTANCE OF ANNUAL REPORT ON THE DISPOSTION OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY AND BICYCLE DONATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
Accepted the annual report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 showing disposition of all lost, stolen, or unclaimed property during the preceding fiscal year as required by Section 3.28.130 of the Chico Municipal Code. The Administrative Services Director recommended acceptance of the report. (Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director)
2.9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION/BUDGET MODIFICATION NO. 2027-ASD-001
The Administrative Services Director requested consideration and approval of a Supplemental Appropriation/Budget Modification to the FY 2026-27 Budget. (Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director)
2.10. SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT - INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS A side letter agreement between the City of Chico and the International Association of Fire Fighters modified the Memorandum of Understanding for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2027. The agreement updated Sections
6.1-6.4 of the IAFF MOU regarding the Wellness/Physical Fitness Program, including testing requirements, program language, and assessment methodology. (Barbara Martin, Administrative Services Director)
2.11. FINAL MAP PENDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S APPROVAL: PM17-02, 991 Ohio Street Final Map (Ditty & Regino)
Pursuant to CMC 18.05.010.A, final maps shall be noticed on the City Council agenda within 10 days of action by the Community Development Director. Final maps are administrative actions that confirm compliance with an approved tentative map. Once approved, the final map is recorded with Butte County, completing the legal recording process. The subject final map subdivides an approximately 0.48-acre parcel into three parcels located at 991 Ohio Street. (Brendan Vieg, Community Development Director)
2.12. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF 07/07/26, 07/07/26 (SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION), 07/14/26, 07/29/26, AND 08/03/26
2.13. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA - Item 2.5
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Members of the public addressed the Council at this time on matters 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 were Nels, Mary Kay Benson, Anna Krause, Sam Barber, Foke Gray, Lynn Overholtzer, Dan Pantry, Diane Suzuki, Ann Polivka, Bruce McLean, Emily Alma, Dave Garcia, Mike Schultz, Chris Nelson, Julian Zener, LeAnn Jenswold, Stephen Hazel, William Bynum, and Jeff Glatz.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
5. REGULAR AGENDA
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5.1. DISCUSSION ON PUBLIC NUISANCE ENFORCEMENT IN THE CITY, AND POTENTIAL AMENDMENTS
TO THE CHICO MUNICIPAL CODE
Council requested an update and further discussion related to public nuisance enforcement in the City, and potential amendments to the Chico Municipal Code to give law enforcement and code enforcement additional tools to enforce the Code within legal parameters.
Addressing the Council were Sam Barber, Charles Withuhn, Rob Berry, Kelly Leser, Mason Kahn, Mike Schultz, Jeff Glatz, Lynn Overholtzer, Chris Nelson, Bruce McLean, Marie Rodriquez, and Stephen Hazel.
A motion was made by Mayor Reynolds and seconded by Councilmember van Overbeek to direct staff to:
1. Begin enforcement of rules that do not violate the Warren agreement; and
2. Continue to look at and thoroughly review City codes and bring back staff recommendations for Council consideration with public input; and
3. Continue to have post Warren conversations, with a minimum of two public meetings so the public can come talk about what they would like to see.
It was stated for the record, per the staff report presented at the May 19, 2026, Council meeting that staff would begin post Warren from the Plaza and then outwards for restoration and to bring that item back for full discussion by the Council.
Mayor Reynolds stated for the record that when these items come back for Council discussion, City Attorney Ryan Jones would then advise the Council on infractions vs. misdemeanors in relation to this item.
Councilmember O'Brien made a friendly amendment requesting that there be as many number of ordinances to be brought back at a time as quickly as possible. This friendly amendment was accepted.
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember Goldstein to accept all of staff's recommendations except for converting infractions to misdemeanors.
Councilmember Winslow made a friendly amendment to also exclude the recreational vehicle recommendation. This friendly amendment was accepted.
The substitute motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Hawley, Winslow
NOES: Goldstein, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Bennett, Reynolds The original motion to: 1) Begin enforcement of rules that do not violate the Warren agreement; and 2) continue to look at and thoroughly review City codes and bring back staff recommendations for Council consideration with public input; and 3) continue to have post Warren conversations, with a minimum of two public meetings so the public can come talk about what they would like to see for their community:
The original motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O'Brien, van Overbeek, Bennett, Reynolds
NOES: Goldstein, Hawley, Winslow
Council took a ten-minute break at 8:08 p.m. The meeting was reconvened and all members were present.
5.2. CONSIDERATION OF DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATES FOR THE 2026 LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
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The League's 2026 Annual Conference was scheduled for September 23-25, 2026, in Anaheim, CA. In order to participate in the League Annual Business Meeting where League policy is established, the Council had to first designate an attendee as a voting delegate. Each city could also appoint up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote in the event that the designated voting delegate was unable to serve in that capacity. (Report - Deborah R. Presson, City Clerk & Elections Official) A motion was made by Councilmember van Overbeek and seconded by Councilmember O'Brien to appoint Mayor Reynolds as the City of Chico voting delegate for the 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference with Councilmember Goldstein as the alternate.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds NOES: None
5.3. JUNE 16, 2026, FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES
At its meeting of 6/16/26, the Finance Committee received a detailed presentation of the Monthly Financial Reports. No motions were made; however, several suggestions were made to staff that would take more than an hour of staff time and requires further Council direction. Specifically, the suggestions were:
1. Vice Mayor Bennett suggested staff do an analysis of commercial lease rates and compare them to the current lease rates at the Chico Regional Airport.
2. Councilmember van Overbeek suggested staff amend future financial reports to include color coding with green for good, yellow for caution, and red for budget items that need more attention.
3. Councilmember van Overbeek requested staff to return to the next meeting with a report on the philosophy for insuring the City's properties, buildings, and vehicles, and how staff think about insurance so that he can understand it better.
A motion was made by Mayor Reynolds and seconded by Councilmember van Overbeek to accept the following Finance recommendations and allow staff to determine how it will be implemented:
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds NOES: None
5.4. ITEMS ADDED AFTER THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA - None
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 agreed to include it on a subsequent agenda.
6.1. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT - Verbal Report, City Manager Gillian Haen
6.2. COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTS - Pursuant to AP&P 10-10, Councilmembers could 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.
AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READER REVIEW - Mayor Reynolds
A motion was made by Mayor Reynolds and seconded by Councilmember van Overbeek to agendize a discussion about the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) program to be brought back at the same time as when staff will be presenting information about the program at the second meeting in September.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Goldstein, Hawley, O'Brien, van Overbeek, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds NOES: None
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VINA GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM LETTER - Councilmember Hawley A motion was made by Councilmember Hawley and seconded by Councilmember Winslow to discuss exploring sending an official letter to the Vina Groundwater Sustainability Agency regarding the upcoming Vina GSA Water Sustainability program outlining how the final plan could affect the City of Chico.
Councilmember O'Brien made a friendly amendment requesting a presentation so that they understand exactly what the letter would be for. This friendly amendment was not accepted.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Goldstein, Hawley, Winslow, Bennett, Reynolds
NOES: O'Brien, van Overbeek
7. ADJOURNMENT - Adjourned at 8:47 p.m. to the September 1, 2026, Closed Session meeting 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.
Date Approved: /drp 9/1/26
eborah R. Presson, MMC, City Clei
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CLOSED SESSION MEETING OF THE CHICO CITY COUNCIL - August 18, 2026 Minutes
1. CALL TO ORDER IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT 421 MAIN STREET, CHICO, CA. - Mayor Reynolds called the Closed Session meeting of August 18, 2026, to order at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber located at 421 Main Street, Chico, CA.
1.1. ROLL CALL - All members were present.
2. CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
Addressing the Council was Stephen Hazel.
and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54957.6 - Council was briefed and 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 Fire Management Employees, 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
2.3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(a): BCSC: Case No. 25CV01135- Believe in Chico v. City of Chico - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54956.9(a): BCSC Case No. 26CV01533 Schwab, Ann, et al V. Reynolds, Kasey, et al - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - Pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.8. - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
Agency Negotiator: Gillian Haen, City Manage
Jnder Negotiation: Temporary Construction Easement Acquisition - Big Chico Cree Party Negotiating with: Portion of APN: Address:
A. Jame B & Sally Bland Boice Trust
043-681-085
15 Rose Ave
B. Burge
043-690-032
10 Rose Ave.
2.6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - Pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.8. - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
Agency Negotiator: Gillian Haen, City Manager
Under Negotiation: Right of Way Acquisition - Guynn Bridge August 18, 2026 City Council Minutes Page|7
Party Negotiating with: Portion of APN: Address
A. Carlson Family Trust
043-630-014
2386 Moyer Way
B. Sharon Therese Demeyer and Robert John Karch
043-630-074
1395 W. Lindo Avenue
C. Ricky Charlton
043-630-076
1345 W. Lindo Ave
D. Gregory D. Posey and Laurel A. Pose)
042-600-012
2409 Guynn Avenue
2.7. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - Pursuant to Gov. Code Sec. 54956.8. - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
Agency Negotiator: Gillian Haen, City Manager
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment, in association with the 2027 Road Rehabilitation Project - North, Floral, Mariposa Avenues
Party Negotiating with: Portion of APN: Address
A. Anne M. Chiramberro
015-260-017
2455 Floral Avenue
B. Chico Area Recreation and Park District
015-300-001
2320 North Avenue
C. Chico Unified School District
015-300-002
2376 North Avenue
D. Gerald and Darieen Valente
015-300-003
2404 North Avenue
E. Alex J Gausemel
015-320-005
2361 North Avenue
F. Hood R & M Trust
015-320-043
5 Cottage Avenue
G. Hands Revocable Inter Vivos Trust
015-320-045
2375 North Avenue
H. Bradley Larry and Nancy Trust
015-320-064
2347 North Avenue
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1. Austin D Spang
015-320-090
2309 North Avenue
J. Richard E Draper
015-330-032
2299 North Avenue
K. The Allwardt Family Trust
015-330-034
2209 North Avenue
L. Starnes Family Trust
015-350-005
2108 North Avenue
M. Kathleen E Honegger
015-350-007
2174 North Avenue
N. Carrie Lorraine Ward
015-350-057
2158 North Avenue
O. Eandi Family Trust
015-350-058
2118 North Avenue
P. Bradley Feingold and Sandra Swanstrom
015-350-059
2128 North Avenue
Q. Christopher Benedict
015-360-001
2302 North Avenue, #1
R. The Howard L Fong and Yee Ying Fong Revocable Trust
015-390-081
2001 Mariposa Avenue
S. Marirose Jimenez Dunbar
015-420-009
1297 Parque Drive
T. The Sima Saboury Revocable Inter Vivos Trust
015-430-057
1251 East Avenue
U. ARC of Butte County
015-470-058
2100 Mariposa Avenue
2.8. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Pursuant to Cal. Gov. Code Sec. 54957(b). Title:
City Clerk - Council was briefed and direction was provided; no formal action was taken.
2.9. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS THAT AROSE AFTER THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA - None ADJOURNMENT - Adjourned at 5:55 p.m. to the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
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Date Approved: /drp 9/1/26
rebrand Passen
Deborah R. Presson, MMC, City Clerk
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