MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR
AGENCY/PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
MEETING AGENDA
December 7, 2023
CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
Council Members Present: Horn, Ramirez, Vosburg, Schindler Others Present: City Manager Marissa Trejo, Assistant City Attorney Christina G. Di Filippo, Assistant City Manager Sean Brewer, Chief of Police Jose Garza, Financial Services Director Mai Vang, City Treasurer Dawn Kahikina, Administrative Analyst Mercedes Garcia (via Zoom), Fire Chief Greg DuPuis, and City Clerk Shannon Jensen
Council Members Absent: Hedgecock
Others Absent: Public Works and Utilities Coordinator Larry Miller Changes to the Agenda: City Manager Marissa Trejo announced the following changes to the Agenda:
The Special Meeting scheduled to run concurrently with the Regular Agenda has will be pulled and Discussion Item No. 6.2 will be pulled at the request of the Coalinga-Huron Recreation and Parks District
Motion by Vosburg, Second by Schindler to Approve the Agenda for the meeting of December 7, 2023. Motion Approved by 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Hedgecock - Absent)
2. AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS Check Presentation from Coalinga Healthcare District to Coalinga Fire Department Linda Balling and Nancy Jeffcoach presented a check in the amount of $20,000 on behalf of the Coalinga Healthcare District to the Coalinga Fire Department. The scholarship check will fund the tuition and related expenses for EMT Alycia Sanchez and EMT Julia Sellers to attend the Fresno County Paramedic School in January of 2024
Swearing In of Fire Department Promotions and New Hires Fire Chief DuPuis announced the following Department promotions and new hires:
Battalion Chiefs: Keith Krider, Justin Milligan and Robert Long Minutes - December 7, 2023
Fire Captains: James Ramsey and Isaac Rodriguez
Fire Engineers: Diego Acosta and Todd Sigler
Firefighters: Anotionio Basulto and Darren Burke
Firefighter/EMT: Dayne Kosmosky
Non-Safety EMTs: Julia Sellers, Chantel Sanchez, Dylan Rodriguez, Aaron Trujillo and Janet Amador A full formal swearing-in ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 3:00pm at the Fire Department. 3:pm and will be open to the public.
Mayor Horn announced a brief break at 6:24pm to allow families to take pictures.
Mayor Horn reconveyed the meeting at 6:29pm.
3. CITIZEN COMMENTS
The following individual(s) spoke under Citizen Comments:
Hilda Crawford thanked Assistant City Manager Sean Brewer and Public Works Supervisor Eric DeLeon for their assistance in repairing the hole near the gazebo on the plaza.
Mrs. Crawford announced the upcoming events at the Library:
12/19/23 - Christmas Bingo (4:30-5:30pm)
12/20/23 - Pictures with Santa (2:00pm)
12/20/23 - Visit from Santa (4:30pm)
12/21/23 - Christmas Craft (5:15pm)
A schedule of events is posted on the Library's website and flyers are available at the front desk.
The following individual(s) submitted written comments):
Mallory Griffith-Wells submitted written comments thanking the City of Coalinga, the Coalinga Police Department and the Coalinga Fire department for all the hard work they are putting in this holiday season and all year long.
Joan Vera submitted comments in support of the Gimme Love Animal Shelter.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Check Register: 10/01/2023 - 10/31/2023
2. Approve MINUTES - November 2, 2023
Information Only: Quarterly Budget Report for Quarter Ending September 30, 2023
4. Information Only: Update on Research of Burned Properties Abatement Procedures Minutes - December 7. 2023
Councilman Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.4 for discussion.
Councilman Vosburg spoke against the abatement process taking up to two years and requested that an item be brought back that includes Staff's recommendations on how the abatement process can be accelerated.
5. Information Only: Property Tax Update for Tax Year 2023/2024
6. Adopt Resolution No. 4169 Accepting Real Property Via Grant Deed (APN: 072-154-02)
7. Adopt Resolution No. SA-345 Approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule 24-25 for July 2024 through June 2025 and the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Administrative Budget
8. Adopt Resolution No. 4191 Honoring Fresno Council of Governments Executive Director, Tony Boren, and His Many of Years of Service to the Fresno Region and the City of Coaligna
9. Direct Staff to Proceed with a Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis for Jayne Avenue
10. Authorize the Purchase of a 580N P Case Backhoe for Public Works
11. Approve Comprehensive Fee Schedule for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Update Effective January 1, 2024
Councilman Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.11 and requested the Item be voted on separately.
Mary Jones submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 5.11, however declined to comment when requested to come forward
12. Authorize City Manager to Enter into a Contract with Mead & Hunt for Task Order #1 Professional Consulting Support for Airport Development of FAA Airport Capital Improvement Plan Services at the New Coalinga Municipal Airport
13. Approve Purchase of a New Ambulance from Emergency Vehicles Group (EVG) Councilman Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5. 13 for discussion.
Fire Chief Greg DuPuis gave a brief over of the Item.
14. Authorize Police Department to Purchase 5 APX Next Handheld Radios
15. Approve Amendment to Addendum #5 of the Municipal Advisory Services Agreement between the City of Coalinga and Wulff, Hansen & Co.
16. Authorize Police Department to Enter into a Contract with Permitium, LLC for It's CCW and Livescan Services
17. Reject Claim for Damages Presented by Laura Gonzales Councilman Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.17 for discussion.
Administrative Analyst Mercedes Garcia gave a brief overview of the item.
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Rhianna Gonzalez submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 5.17.
Mrs. Gonzalez spoke against the City's rejection of Claim for Damages presented by Laura Gonzales.
Councilman Vosburg requested that Staff reach out to Laura Gonzales to go over the process and possible alternative actions.
18. Authorize Police Department to Purchase Two New Patrol Vehicles Councilman Vosburg Pulled Item No. 5.18 for discussion.
Chief of Police Jose Garza gave a brief overview of the item.
19. Approve Renewal of the Exclusive Authorization and Right to Sell Agreement between the City of Coalinga and Mid State Realty
20. Notice of Completion for WWTP Radio Field Grading Project
21. Notice of Completion for the Pleasant Avenue Water Main Replacement
22. Notice of Completion for Elm Avenue Beautification Phase III Project
23. Notice of Completion for Cherry Lane Improvements Project
24. Code Enforcement Monthly Report for September 2023
25. Code Enforcement Monthly Report for October 2023
Motion by Schindler, Second by Ramirez to Approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 5.1 through 5.10 and 5.12 through 5.24. Motion Approved by a 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Hedgecock - Absent) Mayor Horn called for a motion on Consent Calendar Item No. 5.11. Item Failed for lack of a motion.
6. ORDINANCE PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
1. Discussion, Direction and Potential Action regarding Animal Shelter Services Marissa Trejo, City Manager
City Manager Marissa Trejo gave a brief overview of the item.
Nancy Jeffcoach submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Nancy spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and no change in their current contract with the City.
Robin Scott submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Robin spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and no change in their current contract with the City.
Vona Darnell submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Vona spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter. Vona spoke in favor of some of the recommended contract changes, but not all. Vona announced that she is currently working on starting a dog program at the Prison.
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Federico Ojeda submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Federico spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and the services they have been performing.
Sherry Gregoire submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Sherry spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and the services they have been performing.
Mary Jones submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Mary spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and hope a resolution between the two entities can be met.
Diane Rocha submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Diane spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and no change in their current contract with the City.
Lorraine Wells submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Lorraine spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and the services they have been performing.
Liana Seda submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Liana spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and no change in their current contract with the City.
Rebecca Reiss submitted a Public Comment Card for comment on Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1. Rebecca spoke in favor of Gimme Love Animal Shelter and no change in their current contract with the City.
Motion by Horn, Second by Schindler to Approve Option 2 to Extend the Current Contract with Gimme Love for 30 days, until February 6, 2024 and Direct the City Manager to Continue to Attempt to Negotiate a new Contract, Understanding that, if No Agreement can be Reached, Option 1, as Referenced in the Staff Report, Will Occur. Motion Approved by a 4/0 Roll-Call Majority Vote. (Hedgecock - Absent)
2. Discussion, Direction and Potential Action regarding Entering into a Maintenance Agreement for the Management of Medians in the Warthan Estates and Posa Chanet Subdivisions Sean Brewer, Assistant City Manager
Item No. 6.2 was Pulled from the Agenda at the request of Coalinga-Huron Recreation and Parks District during Changes to the Agenda.
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Manager's Announcements:
City Manager Marissa Trejo announced the City is accepting donations for the Annual Christmas Gift Giveaway program. We are still in need of toys (valued at $25), donations and Christmas gift wrap. Items can be dropped off at City Hall.
Council Member's Announcements:
None
Mayor's Announcements:
None
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8. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilman Vosburg requested a Future Agenda Item for the City Manager to reach out to Fresno County and Supervisor Mendes for an update on the status of repairs to Los Gatos Park.
Councilman Vosburg requested a Future Agenda Item for the City Manager to reach out to Coalinga Regional Medical Center, Fresno County and Supervisor Mendes regarding available mental health and homeless services that can be offered to residents.
Councilman Vosburg requested a Future Agenda Item for the City Manager to work with Pleasant Valley State Prison and negotiate a contract for their Second Chance Dog Program.
Councilman Vosburg requested a Future Agenda Item on revising the Ordinance related to setback requirements for non-permitted accessor structures.
Mayor Horn requested a Future Agenda Item on the status of repairs to the airport fuel pumps.
9. CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION. Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(4): 5 Cases
REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS - Government Code Section 54956.8. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS. PROPERTY: 150 W. Elm Avenue, Coalinga, CA. CITY NEGOTIATORS: City Manager, Marissa Trejo and City Attorney, Mario Zamora. NEGOTIATING PARTIES: City of Coalinga. UNDER NEGOTIATION: Price and Terms of Payment
10. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
None
11. ADJOURNMENT 7:39 PM
APPROVED:
James Horn, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sumn Huh
Shannon Jensen, City Clerk
January 18, 2024
Date
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From: mallory griffith
To: Information
Subject: Meeting comment
Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023 4:50:26 PM
To whom it may concern,
I would like to thank the City of Coalinga, Marissa, CPD and CFD for all the hard work they are putting in this holiday season! Their hard work all year long is also much appreciated, however it is so heart warming to see all the effort they are putting in to make sure all of the children in our community get some holiday cheer!
Thank you again for all of your hard work! Coalinga is the BEST place to live and raise a family!
Sincerely,
Mallory Griffith-Wells
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From: Joan Vera
To: Information
Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023 4:53:10 PM
I support Gimme Love animal shelter. They have done an amazing job with the limited resources available. Don't cut their budget.
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