CLOVIS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 14, 2024 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber
Meeting called to order by Mayor Ashbeck at 6:00
Flag Salute led by Councilmember Bessinger
Roll Call: Present: Councilmembers, Basgall, Bessinger, Mouanoutoua, Pearce Mayor Ashbeck
PUBLIC COMMENTS - 6:01
Chris Bridger, Fire Fighters Association Vice President, spoke in support of Measure Y.
Steven Trevino, a resident, expressed concerns about the lack of parks in his neighborhood and urged the city to honor diverse backgrounds by recognizing individuals with a monument or street name.
CONSENT CALENDAR - 6:13
Upon call, there was no public comment.
Motion by Councilmember Bessinger, seconded by Councilmember Mouanoutoua, that the items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
1. Administration - Approval - Minutes for the Regular and Special October 7, 2024, Council Meeting.
2. Finance - Receive and File - Investment Report for the Month of June 2024.
3. Finance - Receive and File - Treasurer's Report for the Month of June 2024.
Finance - Approval - Res. 24-111, A Resolution of Intention (ROI) to Annex Territory (Annexation #74) (T6205 - Northeast Corner Sunnyside/Shepherd, T6343 - Southwest Corner Behymer/Sunnyside), to the Community Facilities District (CFD) 2004-1 and to Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes Therein and Setting the Public Hearing for November 18, 2024.
COUNCIL ITEMS - 6:13
6:13 ITEM 5 - CONSIDER APPROVAL - CONFIRMATION OF CITY MANAGER'S APPOINTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES DIRECTOR.
Shonna Halterman, Director of General Services Department, honored and congratulated Amy on her appointment.
Steven Trevino, resident, spoke highly of the Transit Department.
Chris Bridger, Fire Fighters Association Vice President, congratulated Amy on her recent appointment.
Alex Clifford, Chief Executive Officer of RTD, congratulated Amy on her appointment Jacklyn Cuddy, Executive Director of CalAct, congratulated Amy on her appointment.
Motion for approval by Councilmember Basgall, seconded by Councilmember Bessinger.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
6:37 ITEM 6 - CONSIDER APPROVAL - CHANGE OF COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.
Upon call, there was no public comment
Motion for approval by Councilmember Bessinger, seconded by Councilmember Basgall.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS - 6:38
COUNCIL COMMENTS - 6:38
A request was made for more information regarding Senate Bill 54: Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act.
ADJOURNMENT 600000
BrY OF CLOVIS
Mayor Ashbeck adjourned the meeting of the Council to October 28, 2024 * Meeting adjourned: 6:47 p.m.
Lynne Aubeh Buara Para
Mayor City Clerk
Briana Parra
From: City of Clovis Wordpress <[email protected]> Sent: Sunday, September 29, 2024 11:14 AM
To: Andrew Haussler; Rebecca Simonian; Briana Parra
Subject: [External] Public Comment for City Council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Council Meeting Date: 2024-09-29
Item Number (put"0" if your comment is regarding an item not on the agenda): 0 Full Name: Janet Beecroft
Email: [email protected]
Comment: What is the city doing to improve the water quality? We are dealing with discoloration and odor issues in Clovis that we have never experienced in any other local water district (Fresno or Fresno Irrigation district). What solutions do you have to address these long standing water quality issues? What is the city doing to address the mosquito infestation in neighborhoods with mandated yard drains? This was asked last year and there have been zero solutions brought forth. The minimal, small community green spaces and excuses for "parks" in Clovis cannot even be utilized due to the amount of mosquitos in these areas, let alone private backyards.
In regard to green spaces and "parks", this city can do a lot better. Loma Vista's park and theatre is extremely underwhelming. The small community "parks" are sometimes nothing more than a small patch of weeds and two trees. Many other municipalities have done a much better job with city planning in regard to green spaces and walking trails. The city of Clovis should explore some other cities in California to see what a deplorable job they are doing.
Supporting Files (2 Max.):
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Date: September 29, 2024
Time: 11:14 am
Remote IP: 99.67.67.173
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Briana Parra
From: Andrew Haussler
Sent: Monday, September 30, 2024 8:25 AM
To: [email protected]
Cc: Rebecca Simonian; Briana Parra
Subject: RE: [External] [CAUTION SPOOFING] Public Comment for City Council Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Pavla,
Mosquito abatement is managed by a separate agency from the City of Clovis. I would encourage you to reach out to them, here is the contact information.
Web: https://www.mosquitobuzz.net/contact-us
Phone: (559) 896-1085 or (800) 821-1577
Mailing address is: P.O. Box 784, Parlier CA 93648
We do discuss issues with them and will relay your concern. Thank you roe reaching out to us.
Andy Haussler
Assistant City Manager
City of Clovis
559-324-2095
From: City of Clovis Wordpress <[email protected]> Sent: Sunday, September 29, 2024 7:34 PM
To: Andrew Haussler <[email protected]>; Rebecca Simonian <[email protected]>; Briana Parra <[email protected]>
Subject: [External] [CAUTION SPOOFING] Public Comment for City Council Council Meeting Date: 2024-09-16
Item Number (put "0" if your comment is regarding an item not on the agenda): 0 Full Name: Pavla Senkyrikova
Email: [email protected]
Comment: Please consider funding return of mosquito abatement. Since the last program ran out of funding mosquitoes have become such a nightmare can't even enjoy walking to havoc without being bitten several times.
Supporting Files (2 Max.):
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Date: September 29, 2024
Time: 7:33 pm
Remote IP: 73.90.45.218
Briana Parra
From: Michael Donahue <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, September 27, 2024 2:49 PM
To: CityClerk
Subject: [External] Re: Measure Y has three flaws. The 1 cent sales tax is too large and medical emergencies should be contracted to a private contractor. Another flaw is a private consultant should have been hired to analyze how city services can be provide...
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> On Sep 27, 2024, at 2:46 PM, Michael Donahue <[email protected]> wrote:
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Briana Parra
From: John Moore < [email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:13 AM
To: CityClerk
Subject: [External] Clovis Way of Life and Measure Y
The Clovis Way of Life is gone. It was measured by not how many firefighters or Police there were but by its openness uncluttered small town atmosphere. It has been ruined by out of control growth un precedented population increases and poor planning. Traffic has become a nightmare. Lennar Development has bought up every available piece of land in Clovis and some outlying areas. Homeless is creeping in and in the next 5-10 years Clovis will be just another overcrowded dump. Like the bay area or southern California. Lennar will continue to march forward with mass communities then leave the area with fat pockets and the residents of Clovis living in a stressed out environment. 1 Briana Parra
From: Jerry Philipp <jerry. [email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 12:19 PM
To: CityClerk
Subject: [Externall Measure Y
According to Measure Y, it is estimated that $28,000,000 will be collected each year from the sales tax increase.
Does the City of Clovis have a proposed budget based on the additional $28M that is accessible to the public? In other words, what percentage/dollars of the $28M will do to fire, police, street repair, etc. It would be nice to see exactly how the funds will be spent for each service.
Will there be a public meeting before the election to go over the estimated budget allocations? Regards,
Jerry Philipp
2271 Alamos Ave.
Clovis, CA 93611
Briana Parra
From: Andrew Haussler
Sent: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 3:31 PM
To: [email protected]
Cc: CityClerk
Subject: RE: [External] Measure Y Inquiry
Thank you for reaching out. As you may be aware addressing homelessness is an increasingly complex issue. The City receives zero funds to address homelessness from the State of California or federal government and has to rely on local funds. These local funds have been stretched to the breaking point. While the expenditure of Measure Y resources would bea City Council decision if it is passed, Measure Y could allow for homelessness to be addressed from several different angles:
1) It could allow the Clovis Police and Fire Departments to have the staff to engage with unhoused individuals to improve their situation. The goal being to get the care needed for the unhoused person to become healthy and productive and not diminishing other residents access to businesses or public amenities. Additional funds could also allow the departments to proactively reach out to those unhoused individuals needing mental health assistance with 2) It could allow the city to invest further in affordable housing projects that offer reduced rent options for eligible families/individuals so that homelessness can be avoided or there are feasible options for someone to move to from living on the streets. Recent examples of housing units focused on this in clovis include Solvita Commons and Butterfly 3) It could allow the City to support our partners on this issue in a more significant way. This includes the Marjaree Mason Center, Habitat for Humanity of Fresno County, Better Opportunity Builders, Self-Help Enterprises, Affordable Housing Development Corporation, and many others. These entities do work that City isn't well positioned (or even allowed) to achieve.
Like I mentioned, this is a complex issue and I would be happy to talk it through, feel free to call me.
Andy Haussler
Assistant City Manager
City of Clovis
559-324-2095
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From: Eve Clark <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 9:05 AM
To: CityClerk<[email protected]>
Subject: [External] Measure Y Inquiry
Good morning,
My name is Eve Clark and I am a registered voter living in Clovis, CA. Into doing research regarding Measure Y, I have a few questions regarding the city's plan to approach the homelessness issue. Can you please clarify the aspect of addressing homelessness in Measure Y, and what steps are being planned for homelessness aid and prevention should the measure be passed. I look forward to hearing back.
Thank you,
Eve Clark
1 Clovis Community College
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