CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Clearlake City Hall Council Chambers
14050 Olympic Dr, Clearlake, CA
Thursday, June 06, 2024
Closed Session 5:00 PM
Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
MINUTES
Zoom Link: https://clearlakeca.zoom.us/s/89751530051?pwd=dRamqch5CrZQJAYBDxC8JyLzZXHxNG.1 A. 5:00 PM CLOSED SESSION
PRESENT
Mayor David Claffey
Vice Mayor Joyce Overton
Council Member Russ Cremer
Council Member Russ Perdock
Council Member Dirk Slooten
(1) Conference with Labor Negotiators: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6: Agency designated representatives: City Manager Flora, Finance Director Wells, Administrative Services Director Swanson; Employee Organization: Clearlake Middle Management Association and Clearlake Police Officers Association
(2) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(4): (1 case)
City Attorney Jones announced there was no action taken in closed session.
B. 6:00 PM REGULAR SESSION ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Mayor David Claffey
Vice Mayor Joyce Overton
Council Member Russ Cremer
Council Member Russ Perdock
Council Member Dirk Slooten
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE
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E. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Council Member Perdock, Seconded by Council Member Cremer.
Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Jones announced there was no action taken in closed session.
G. PRESENTATIONS
3. Presentation of a Proclamation Declaring June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month H. PUBLIC COMMENT
Michael Graves spoke regarding the sale of the airport property to Adventist Health.
Brian Hughes spoke about the difference between a discussion and statement at a City Council meeting. He stated the City Council meetings are not discussions and he is frustrated with the process.
Chris Whiley asked for information on how they can run for Mayor of Clearlake.
Brian Hughes spoke on behalf of Highlands Water Company. He stated his frustration with his perception of the City Council's process. He stated Highlands Water Company would like to meet with the Council.
Charles Maverick Thompson urged the Council to work cohesively.
Margaret Garcia spoke regarding an incident over the holiday weekend. She stated she hit a pothole and it flattened her tire. She asked that the roads be fixed. She stated the Council is accessible and the meetings are open for discussion.
Stephanie Hummel spoke regarding the senior center and asked if it will be a cooling center. She also thanked the Council for getting the road fixed across from the senior center.
Clover Gain spoke regarding a large pile of branches and leaves on Hillcrest Avenue on top of a fire hydrant. He stated that there is a lot of fire fuel around the city. He also stated he supports Highland Water Company.
Jeffrey Dryden apologized for seeming to criticize the City that morning at the Judge's Breakfast.
I. CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Slooten asked that Item #7 be taken under separate discussion. This item was discussed and motion was made by Council Member Slooten, seconded by Vice Mayor Overton to adopt Resolution No. 2024-23, Calling For and Giving Notice of the General Municipal Election.
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Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
Motion made to adopt the remaining items by Council Member Cremer, Seconded by Council Member Slooten.
Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
4. Warrants
Recommended Action: Receive and file
5. Minutes
Recommended Action: Receive and file
6. Continuation of Director of Emergency Services/City Manager Proclamation Declaring a Local Emergency for Winter Storms
Recommended Action: Continue declaration of emergency
7. Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-23, Calling For and Giving Notice of the General Municipal Election
Recommended Action: Adopt resolution and consolidate election services with the County of Lake
J. BUSINESS
8. Presentation on Clearview AI Investigative Platform
Lt. Snyder gave the staff report. Scott Geiser with Clearview AI gave an overview of the program.
No action was taken by Council on this item.
9. Award of Contract for the Wayfinding and Digital Marquee Signage Projects Recommended Action: Move to approve the contract with SQUARE SIGNS LLC Design in the amount of $306,560.
Public Works Director Leyba gave the staff report.
Motion made by Council Member Slooten, Seconded by Council Member Cremer.
Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
10. Award of Contract for the South Ballpark Road Rehabilitation Project Recommended Action: Authorize City Manager to enter into a contract with Argonaut Constructors for the South Ballpark Road Rehabilitation Project in the amount of June 06, 2024 Page. 4
$2,018,696.00 and authorize the City Manager to approve up to 10% for additional unforeseen contract amendments.
Public Works Director Leyba gave an overview of road projects.
Motion made by Council Member Slooten, Seconded by Vice Mayor Overton.
Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
11. Award of Contract for the Tree Streets Road Rehabilitation Project Recommended Action: Authorize City Manager to enter into a contract with All American Construction for the Tree Streets Road Rehabilitation Project and authorize the City Manager to approve up to 10% for additional unforeseen contract amendments.
Public Works Director Leyba gave the contract amount of $3,228,400.20.
Motion made by Council Member Slooten, Seconded by Council Member Perdock.
Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
12. Award of Contract for the Clearlake Park Road Rehabilitation Project Recommended Action: Authorize City Manager to enter into a contract with Lamon Construction for the Clearlake Park Road Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $6,164,002.40 and authorize the City Manager to approve up to 10% for additional unforeseen contract amendments.
Public Works Director Leyba gave the staff report. City Attorney Jones announced there was a bid protest. It was determined to be a minor irregularity by the City Attorney and the bid can be awarded.
Motion made by Council Member Cremer, Seconded by Council Member Perdock.
Voting Yea: Mayor Claffey, Vice Mayor Overton, Council Member Cremer, Council Member Perdock, Council Member Slooten
13. Presentation and Discussion on Clearlake's Water Providers Recommended Action: Provide Direction to Staff
No action was taken by the Council.
K. CITY MANAGER AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
L. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
M. ADJOURNMENT
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The meeting was adjourned 10:16 p.m.
Melissa Swanson, Administrative Services Director/City Clerk