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Homeless Strategic Plan Program Application
Due by 5pm, September 13, 2024
1. Organization Information
Agency Name
TentMakers Inc.
Program Name
Scattered Site Tiny Homes
Address
P.O. Box 5089
Primary Contact and Title
Joe Serrano, founder/CEO
Primary Contact Phone
5107753810
Primary Contact Email
[email protected]
Confirmation that the organization is a registered nonprofit Staff and Program/Project Information
Executive Director
Executive Director: Joe Serrano Title: Executive Director Phone: 5107753810 Email: [email protected]
Program Manager
Program Manager: Felipe Fonseca Title: Architectural & Engineering Mg
Phone: 6284885992 Email: [email protected]
Application Contact
Application Contact: Joe Serrano Title: Executive Director Phone: 5107753810 Email: [email protected]
Finance Manager
Finance Contact: Monica Citco Title: Administrative Executive Phone: 5107753810 Email: [email protected]
Board President/Chair
Board President/Chair Contact: Joe Serrano Title: CEO
Phone: 5107753810 Email: [email protected]
Addresses
Program Address: P.O. Box 5089
City, State Zip: Richmond
Phone: 5107753810 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tentmakerincs.org
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5089
City, State Zip: Richmond
2. Project/Program Information
Provide a brief description of the project or program being proposed for strategy Scattered Site Tiny Homes:
Provide 236 s.f. (approx.) studio scattered tiny houses to house 1-2 low-income households at an approx. cost of $120,000/unit for a period of approx. (6)months per RFP. Estimate does take into account the cost of land. This program can be the basis of a longer term permanent housing strategy that includes potential homeownership.
Amount Requested
$0
Minimum Amount Needed
$480,000
Estimated Number of Concord Residents to be
Served
8 Estimated Number of All Persons to be Served
14 3. Community Benefits
Description of the specific population the project/program will benefit Homeless Veterans in need of stable housing that we propose to build at designated sites that the City will provide.
Description of where the targeted program participants currently reside, where the program will be operated, and any preconditions that may be imposed on program participants Targeted homeless veterans will most likely be transient without a stable residence. The program will be located at scattered sites designated by the City. Preconditions will include proper vetting to identified existing needs, (mental health, income, food availability etc.)
Description of how the project/program will address, help, or solve this need or issue; and description of how the project aligns with the goals outlined within the City's Homeless Strategic Plan Provide temporary shelter in the form of low-cost, self contained tiny houses, contiguous configurations up to (6) units per sector for unhoused veterans as listed in the City of Concord Homeless Strategic Plan
4. Goals and Objectives
Description of the anticipated measurable outcomes of the project/program Names of the homeless veteran will be submitted to H3 CORE Outreach Team and veteran counts will be monitored. Veterans will also be monitored by collaborative partners, (Swords to Plowshares, Shelter Inc. VA
Administration).
Description of the process for tracking and gathering outcome data for reporting purposes Integration of homeless veteran counts will be created to interface with H3 CORE Outreach Team existing spreadsheet or system of tracking. Spread
5. Partnerships and Funding
Description of any partnerships or subcontractors and the role they play in the project/program Swords to Plowshares, Shelter Inc. Veterans Administration will be contacted and a system or pathway to stabilization through supportive services, permanent housing and VA medical enrollment will be established Description of how the program would work if the full amount requested is not received Our proposal is based on a per unit cost. We would determine the number of tiny houses that can be built at $120,000/unit. Any shortages would be divided amongst the fully funded units as a contingency for unforeseen cost.
Explain if the project/program is a one-time event; if not, how it will remain sustainable after receipt of the grant funds including a description of expected future revenue and sources of revenue, etc.
The tiny houses that we propose to build are fixed assets and would only need a small budget for maintenance and upkeep. Options to rent at 30% of the occupants income can be used to provide sustainability. This model can used to modify the proposal to convert or transition from temporary housing to permanent.
6. Funding and Payment Schedule
Provide a budget summary, the proposal milestones, and the frequency and amount of funding that is needed to achieve proposal goals and outcomes
Budget Line Item Concord Other Funding Program Total
Personnel Lines needed:
Benefits (11%) $0
Taxes $0
Subtotal Personnel $0 $0 $0
Non-Personnel
Move-In Assistance $0
Supplies & Materials $0
Equipment $0
Communications $0
Meetings & Convenings $0
Travel & Transportation $0
Training $0
Consulting $0
Evaluation $0
Other Lines needed:
Subtotal Non-Personnel $0 $0 $0
Total Personnel & Non-Personnel $0 $0 $0
Indirect Costs $0
TOTAL $0 $0 $0
7. Organizational Capacity
Description of the current financial health of the organization and at what capacity the organization has been providing services or programs to Concord residents The current financial health of the organization is sustainable. TentMakers has a low debt financing ratio compared to revenues generated by other income sources and grant capacity. TentMakers operates a housing rehabilitation program which includes ADU' JADU's SB9, Manufactured Housing and a Tiny House Building Academy. Our business philosophy is known as the 'Pathway to Permanency'. The objective to
provide a pathway from homelessness to homeownership by providing a job training platform building tiny houses and then making those houses available to homeless households. Ideally, our targeted homeless population would be recruited, trained to building tiny houses, move into our housing rehabilitation program as an OJT candidate while living in the tiny houses that they build.
Description of the organization's experience and capacity to manage, implement, measure, and report on the project/program; include examples and data of successful, similar programs The founder and CEO of TentMakers has over 30 years of residential planning, design, construction, fund control, development experience working as a public sector housing redevelopment and private contractor professional. He has founded TentMakers to comply with HCD's Community Housing Development Organization, (CHDO) guidelines and is currently operating as a Community Housing Development Corporation. As a former Redevelopment Specialist, he is certified as a federal HOME program specialist and has experience working with CDBG, EHAPCD and RDA funds. He has experience reporting on IDIS. He has working experience in creating, setting up and operating GIS systems to evaluate demographic, statistical and other information used to maximize funding objectives.
8. Submitter Information
Name and Title of Person Submitting
Joe Serrano, CEO - TentMakers Inc.
Phone
5107753810
Email
[email protected]
Acknowledgement that this is one-time funding that will not be renewed Application Submitted by: Joe Serrano, CEO -
TentMakers Inc.
Date: 09/17/2024
Application Accepted by: Leng Power- Community
Services Manager
Date: 09/17/2024
Initially submitted: Sep 17, 2024 - 13:39:45
Returned to Draft 09-16-2024 by Concord
Reason: The City of Concord has received your application in response to the Homeless Strategic Plan Strategy for Scattered Site Tiny Homes. I have returned your application back to draft because some fields in response to area 2 are not complete. The field for amount requested, minimum amount, estimated number of Concord residents served and estimated number of all persons served must be completed. We are requesting that the fields be completed and resubmitted by close of business today 9/16/24 at 5pm.
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Homeless Strategic Plan Program Application
Due by 5pm, September 13, 2024
1. Organization Information
Agency Name
Veterans Accession House
Program Name
Scattered Site Interim Housing
Address
1820 Galindo Street, Suite 2B
Primary Contact and Title
Leonard Ramirez
Primary Contact Phone
(415) 517-5143
Primary Contact Email
[email protected]
Confirmation that the organization is a registered nonprofit Staff and Program/Project Information
Executive Director
Executive Director: Leonard Ramirez Title: Executive Director Phone: (415) 517-5143 Email: [email protected]
Program Manager
Program Manager: Nubia Ramirez Title: Program Manager
Phone: (925) 787-3100 Email: [email protected]
Application Contact
Application Contact: Leonard Ramirez Title: Grant Writer Phone: (415) 517-5143 Email: [email protected]
Finance Manager
Finance Contact: Nubia Ramirez Title: Program Manager
Phone: 4155175143 Email: [email protected]
Board President/Chair
Board President/Chair Contact: Sophia Aguilera Title: Chairwomen Phone: (925) 324-8516 Email: [email protected]
Addresses
Program Address: 1820 Galindo Street, Suite 2B
City, State Zip: Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (925) 822-3175 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.vahouse.org
Mailing Address: 1820 Galindo Street, Suite 2B
City, State Zip: Concord, CA 94520
2. Project/Program Information
Provide a brief description of the project or program being proposed for strategy Scattered Site Interim Housing:
The Veterans Accession House proposes to operate three Scattered Site Interim Housing units within the City of Concord. We will provide temporary housing services to homeless and at-risk male veterans, to help them attain permanent housing and break the cycle of homelessness. We will provide wrap-around social services with aid of onsite case managers who will assist participants to overcome barriers to accessing and retaining permanent housing. Case managers will assist participants in their pursuits of employment, vocational training, education, connecting to health services, applying for pensions, stabilization, and increasing income, effecting debt relief, credit repair, seeking legal aid, and supporting personal interests, all designed to develop self-sufficiency toward independent living.
Amount Requested
$0
Minimum Amount Needed
$722,750
Estimated Number of Concord Residents to be
Served
50 Estimated Number of All Persons to be Served
100
3. Community Benefits
Description of the specific population the project/program will benefit A VAH operates an interim housing project located in the City of Concord, serving the chronically homeless and or at-risk male veteran population who meet the criteria of being elderly, disabled, youth, or a veteran from the re-entry population. Interim housing programs fill a critical housing gap for veterans who qualify for housing vouchers but need to stabilize while permanent housing is secured. Our emergency housing program will reduce the number of veterans experiencing homelessness in the City of Concord while helping build sustainable life skills needed to prepare them for independent living.
Description of where the targeted program participants currently reside, where the program will be operated, and any preconditions that may be imposed on program participants The target population for this interim housing program is currently residents in the City of Concord’s Adult Homeless Shelter, on the streets, cars, parks, under transit overpasses, abandoned structures, tents, and places not intended for human habitation. The program will be operated as Scattered Site Interim Housing at 5512 Pennsylvania Blvd. A second and possibly a third site will be located within the City of Concord.
Preconditions set: This interim housing program will model a clean and sober living space that requires program participants to be able to navigate independently; prospective participants will enter under a contract allowing VAH staff to help them prepare for sustainable independent living in permanent housing. Each participant must achieve goals and measures set to advance their housing readiness within a four-month period, sooner if clinically appropriate, except agreement by program administrators, factoring each participant’s life circumstances.
Description of how the project/program will address, help, or solve this need or issue; and description of how the project aligns with the goals outlined within the City's Homeless Strategic Plan The Veterans Accession House proposes a housing model to meet the need for Scattered Site Interim Housing for homeless and at-risk veterans in the City of Concord. Our goal is to provide a safe, affirming and stable living environment while having their service needs addressed to ready them for placement into permanent housing. This interim housing model will help keep our homeless veterans in our city, near their relations, community resources and support network they are familiar with. VAH has a history of providing the highest quality of services possible to foster self-sufficiency. We have served hundreds of veterans from throughout the County, with a majority coming from Concord. VAH staff take great interest in the complex factors contributing to homelessness as reported by each program participant. Their sharing informs our approaches and development of cultural competencies, and knowledge needed to effectively engage them in strategies specific to address their circumstances and barriers that hinder this underrepresented group. This is achieved by employing best practices to examine each program participants’ history of homelessness, collaboratively building sound strategies needed to passionately manage homelessness. VAH take great pride in the careful selection of its employees, drawing from a diverse spectrum of the county’s work force, including those with lived experience, students, veterans, disabled and others with a demonstrated record and passion for serving our local homeless population.
In furtherance of serving our veterans community, VAH has established extensive partnerships with local housing, services, training and employment providers. These relationships are made possible through a VAH- sponsored Veterans Resource Group created in 2020, uniting members from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Employment Development Department, Shelter Inc., Rubicon, Insight (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing), Swords to Plowshares, and local employment providers. Each contributes unique resources to aid Veterans. In 2022, 2023 and 2024 the Veterans Accession House in collaboration with the VRG, sponsored a Veterans Employment and Resource Fair. Collectively, these providers and employers aided over 850 Veterans. VAH will continue to partner with these and other organizations and agencies to advance services to residents of our Scattered Site Interim Housing program. VAH also collaborates with other local Veterans Associations, the City Chamber of Commerce, the County Council on Homelessness/ Coordinated Outreach Referral, Engagement (C.O.R.E.) program, the County Equal Employment Opportunity Council, the County Crisis Office/ 211, the County Probation Department, the County Veterans Justice Court, the Concord Vet Center, the State Department of Rehabilitation, and the County College District’s Veterans Resource Offices.
This network of providers ensures the quality of resources VAH can draw upon to the benefit of program participants.
4. Goals and Objectives
Description of the anticipated measurable outcomes of the project/program VAH’s goal is to offer local homeless and/or at-risk veterans an opportunity to live in a stable, safe, and sober living environment, allowing them to overcome barriers to housing and work toward readiness for independent living. Our objectives are to provide weekly onsite case management services to address urgent needs, contributors to homelessness and housing-specific requirements, as well as support personal interests. Meeting these milestones affects interpersonal change and prepares participants for sustainable permanent housing. To accomplish these objectives, VAH proposes to employ one full-time Case Manager (BS degree) and one full-time Case Manager Supervisor (MSW or MSW candidate) to work together in forming a case management program, which will challenge participants to examine thinking, attitudes, habits, beliefs, and behaviors which have contributed to their homelessness. Program participants will participate in the design of their service plans, which includes supporting self-development. The Service Intensive Transitional Housing (SITH) model addresses everyday needs such as healthy lifestyles, stabilizing and or increasing income through services, benefits, finance management practices, credit correction, education, and or employment; each is intended to advance participants’ readiness toward independent living as rapidly as clinically possible. This approach takes into consideration what is important to the program participant. The success of the program’s objectives is measured in each participant’s readiness for independent living and successful sustainment of permanent housing. Page 136 of 228 Description of the process for tracking and gathering outcome data for reporting purposes The Veterans Accession House has a demonstrated history of documenting program services, treatment, and outcomes in internal and external case note systems. This process starts with detailed screening and recording of identified needs used to guide services. Case notes entries document an individual participant’s goals and benchmark successes, program requirements and objectives toward housing placement. Case notes are entered into a local controlled Salesforce case management database, and relevant information is concurrently logged in the County’s Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), an information sharing technology used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals, families and persons at risk of homelessness. This system allows for limited, but secure exchange of specific housing prerequisite, showing a program participant’s cooperation in meeting the goals mutually set by the participant and their case manager(s). This collaboration amongst providers reduces duplication of service, barriers to housing, and promotes collective solutions to the benefit of program participants. Progress is regularly reviewed during their stay to allow for adding new goals and amending others.
5. Partnerships and Funding
Description of any partnerships or subcontractors and the role they play in the project/program The Veterans Accession House enjoys extensive partnerships with local housing, services, training, and employment providers. These relationships are made possible through a VAH-sponsored Veterans Employment & Resource Group founded in 2020, uniting services providers, including the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Supportive Housing program, Compensated Work Therapy program, the County Veterans Service Office, Employment Development Department, Shelter Inc., Rubicon, Insight (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing), Swords to Plowshares, and other local providers. Each provider contributes unique resources to aid local veterans. In 2022, 2023, and 2024, the Veterans Accession House, in collaboration with the VERG, sponsored a Veterans Employment and Resource Fair. Collectively, these providers and employers aided over 850 Veterans. VAH will continue to partner with these organizations and agencies to advance its services through this proposed housing program. VAH also collaborates with other local Veterans Associations, the City Chamber of Commerce, the County Council on Homelessness/ Coordinated Outreach Referral, Engagement (C.O.R.E.) program, the County Equal Employment Opportunity Council, the County Crisis Office/ 211, the County Probation Department, the County Veterans Justice Court, the Concord Vet Center, the State Department of Rehabilitation, and the County College District’s Veterans Resource Offices.
This network of providers ensures the quality of services VAH can access to the benefit of program participants, e.g., DOL Re-Entry Services, VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families, DOL Veterans’ Employment and Training Services (VETS), VASH housing voucher program, Divergence - Justice Court, and other resources.
Description of how the program would work if the full amount requested is not received VAH will use the funding to operate an existing house; we plan to establish two additional leased houses and provide needed services and staffing to manage and perform daily operations at levels that will set our program above others as a model for another interim housing program. We plan to provide wrap-around services to program participants. In addition to essential costs associated with providing utilities, water, waste removal, internet, security systems, and cable services, plus computers/ printers/ TVs and furnishings at each house, VAH will provide onsite prepared warm meals with the assistance a cook; hire three House Managers to oversee daily activities; one full-time Case Manager, and one less than full-time Case Management Supervisor; one part-time administrative aid, and a part-time program Operations Manager. VAH will lease a van to transport participants without means to medical appointments and job interviews, to connect to services, and for planned recreational outings. Other costs would be to cover liability, auto, and general owner/renter insurance and offset costs for accounting and annual tax preparations; leasing of information storage and transmittal software, Microsoft, Adobe, Anti-Virus, and Salesforce case management user contracts; a portable office shed, to not take from available bed space, and general office and house supplies.
Explain if the project/program is a one-time event; if not, how it will remain sustainable after receipt of the grant funds including a description of expected future revenue and sources of revenue, etc.
Presently, VAH operates under a grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide legal services for homeless and at-risk veterans. In addition, VAH sustains housing operations with limited support from local housing service providers, donations, and fundraisers to offset expenses associated with providing interim housing for our veterans. These collaborative resources do not cover most of the costs needed to operate our housing program. Based on success in the care and placement of veterans into permanent housing, it is anticipated that for late 2025-2026, VAH will be in line to receive expanded funding from the Department of Veterans Affairs Grant and Per Diem program and their Case Management grant, plus the likelihood for Measure-X funding to sustain and expand operations.
6. Funding and Payment Schedule
Provide a budget summary, the proposal milestones, and the frequency and amount of funding that is needed to achieve proposal goals and outcomes
Budget Line Item Concord Other Funding Program Total
Personnel Lines needed:
Benefits (11%) $0
Taxes $0
Subtotal Personnel $0 $0 $0
Non-Personnel
Move-In Assistance $0
Supplies & Materials $0
Equipment $0
Communications $0
Meetings & Convenings $0
Travel & Transportation $0Page 138 of 228
Training $0
Consulting $0
Evaluation $0
Other Lines needed:
Subtotal Non-Personnel $0 $0 $0
Total Personnel & Non-Personnel $0 $0 $0
Indirect Costs $0
TOTAL $0 $0 $0
7. Organizational Capacity
Description of the current financial health of the organization and at what capacity the organization has been providing services or programs to Concord residents VAH’s current financial health is stable. We are operating in our second grant year as the VA’s Legal Services for Veterans program in Contra Costa County. As a provider, our principal mission is to offer service intensive interim housing to homeless and at-risk veterans. Our operating budget for 2023 was $491.569.00. Our 2024 operating budget is projected to close at approximately $560,000.00 – we do more with less.
As an organization, VAH has been providing services to Concord residents. VAH has been providing services to Concord homeless veterans since 2017. Since our establishment as a nonprofit organization, VAH has provided housing to homeless veterans, successfully completed the VA’s Grant and Per Diem program serving Contra Costa County’s veterans. The first homeless veteran we housed in 2016, was living in Todos Santos Park. We gained our start operating out the City of Concord’s Veterans Hall. We have been located at 1820 Galindo Street, Suite 2B since 2021. With sufficient funding, VAH will be able to expand quality housing services and reduce veteran homelessness in Concord.
Description of the organization's experience and capacity to manage, implement, measure, and report on the project/program; include examples and data of successful, similar programs The Veterans Accession House was founded by five 911 era combat Veterans, three of them co-workers at the San Francisco Department of Veterans Affairs. We provided housing services without funding for our first 4 years. With the ebbs and flow of funding, VAH staffing has fluctuated. Presently, VAH operates with 5 dedicated staff members, a U.C. Berkeley Intern and a local volunteer. Three of our employees are Veterans and seven of our nine governing board members are veterans or work for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Since our establishment, VAH has provided housing support to over 300 Veterans, successfully connected more than 90 percent of program participants to housing support, to permanent housing and or resolving their legal matters. This is a significant achievement considering statistical data indicates that veterans are a hard-
to-service population. Our program motto “Of the Troops, For the Troops,” guides our spirited efforts to establish rapport needed to win the not so easily given trust of our veterans. This trust allows us to effectively promote a “Help me to Help You” philosophy. This help comes in the form of Case Management services, providing career development planning, financial management, credit repair, assistance in applying for benefits, food services, college registration, applications to vocational institutes, the Veterans Employment and Readiness program (VA Vocational Rehabilitation Program), connection to VA housing vouchers, Legal Aid and assistance in preparation for and attainment of permanent housing. As a Department of Veterans Affairs grantee, VAH demonstrates program goal completion through quarterly reporting and undergoes annual financial management reviews for award compliance. The ARPA grant funding will increase VAH’s capacity to provide interim housing services for 24 Veterans during a 12-month period.
8. Submitter Information
Name and Title of Person Submitting
Leonard Ramirez, Executive Director, Grant Writer
Phone
(415) 517-5143
Email
[email protected]
Acknowledgement that this is one-time funding that will not be renewed Application Submitted by: Leonard Ramirez,
Executive Director, Grant Writer
Date: 09/16/2024
Application Accepted by: Leng Power- Community
Services Manager
Date: 09/17/2024
Initially submitted: Sep 16, 2024 - 13:47:13
Attachment 3
A: First housing unit (Tillman House) budget Costs
5512 Pennsylvania Blvd
Approved Existing Budget
Housing Lease $65,400.00
Five passenger leased Van $16,848.00
Auto fueling cost $3,840.00
Auto Insurance $1,250.00
Liability insurance $3,450.00 `
Utilities Power $8,400.00
Water $4,200.00
Cable $4,040.00
Food Services $37,200.00
Television $1,400.00
Network System $360.00
Microsoft Windows $96.85
Anti-Virus $39.99
Adobe Program $101.93
Salesforce case management tools $4,285.80
Mini Office Shed, electrical connection $20,500.00
Total: $167,962.57
Add Backs
Furnishings $8,000.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Food Services $2,800.00
Furnishings $8,000.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Alarms and Security Cameras $3,200.00
Exercise Equipment $2,650.00
One Computer $650.00
One Monitors $210.00
One Combo Printers/ scanner $680.00
One Surge Protector $50.00
One Extension Cords $10.00
One Power Backup Systems $150.00
Gardening equipment, tools and supplies $1,850.00
Mini Office Shed, electrical connection $4,000.00
Residential repairs and maintenance $4,500.00
Miscellaneous operating costs $6,000.00
Subtotal $49,750.00
B. Second housing unit (Kyle House) budget: Costs
Exisitng Approved Budget
Lease of one 4-5 BR house $40,800.00
Utilities Power $8,400.00
Water $4,200.00
Cable $4,040.00
Furnishings $6,000.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Food Services $37,200.00
Television $1,200.00
Network System $360.00
Microsoft Windows $96.85
Anti-Virus $39.99
Adobe Program $101.93
Subtotal: $105,938.77
Add Backs New Items
Lease of one 4-5 BR house $13,600.00
Five passenger leased Van $16,848.00
Auto fueling cost $3,840.00
Auto Insurance $1,250.00
Liability insurance $3,450.00 `
Furnishings $4,000.00
Food Services $2,800.00
Alarms and Security Cameras $3,800.00
Televisions $1,200.00
One Computer $650.00
One Monitor $210.00
One Combo Printer/ scanner $680.00
Surge Protectors $50.00
Extension Cords $10.00
Power Backup Systems $150.00
Residential repairs and maintenance $4,500.00
Miscellaneous operating costs $6,000.00
Mini Office, electrical connection $24,500.00
Subtotal: $87,538.00
C: Staffing & Associated
Administrative costs
Existing Approved Budget
Three House Managers $112,000.00
Case Manager $25,682.76 Case Manager Supervisor $56,000.00
Administrative Support $46,080.00 Operations Manager $50,433.30 Workers Comp $6,300.00 State EDD $16,500.00 State Taxes $21,152.80 Federal Taxes $64,187.80 Accounting $3,912.00 Annual Tax Preparation $3,450.00 Fringe Benefits (med) $50,400.00
Total: $456,098.66
Add Backs
Three House Managers $3,000.00
Case Manager $20,757.24 Case Manager Supervisor $9,040.00
Operations Manager $2,966.70 State Taxes $1,500.90
Subtotal $37,264.84
Add On
Field Services Coordinator $56,500.00
Workers Comp $1,050.00 State EDD $7,345.00 State Taxes $11,676.00 Federal Taxes $12,430.00
Subtotal $89,001.00
B: 2080 East Street Project Costs
Pending Lease
Housing Improvement
Electrical 16,000
Lighting 4,200
Plumbing 12,000
Rugs 9,500
Sheet Rock & Plaster 3,500
Paint 6,400.00
Kitchen Linoleum 850.00
Counter Replacement 6,500.00
Kitchen Appliances 12,000
Washer & Dryer 1,400
Landscaping & Irrigation 12,500
Porch repairs 6,500
Roofing and Gutters 29,000
Miscellaneous 10,000
Total $130,350.00
From: Leonard Ramirez <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, June 1, 2025 10:03 PM
To: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>; Obringer, Carlyn <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Request for Clarification on Tiller House Ownership and Lease Structure Justin. I've attached the request I submitted in April 2025, requesting an amended budget for the existing first-year grant award. I also attached a budget plan for a second-year scattered Housing funding option.
Leonard
On Sun, Jun 1, 2025 at 7:52 PM Leonard Ramirez <[email protected]> wrote:
Justin. Yes. I owned the Tillman House. To answer the question of whether this is standard practice, yes, it is, and no, not so common. To qualify this, I established VAH in 2016. At the time, we had zero funding but were committed to fulfilling the mission to house homeless veterans. Our Board of Directors, composed of 911 veterans, law enforcement, private service providers, and employees of the Veterans Affairs representing housing, employment, and social services, approved the use and lease of the 8-bedroom house in Pittsburg, which I own. Although under lease for four years, I allowed the house to be used without charge, paying for all utilities, feeding veterans, making repairs and improvements, and acting as a Case Manager without salary.
In 2020, VAH was awarded a three-year housing grant through the VA. During the grant application process, I disclosed that I owned the property. Understanding that few private owners are willing to make their homes open to homeless men, the VA approved and funded the lease of the property to the organization. This is not an unusual arrangement. We operated a second house in Antioch under the same VA-approved agreement. From the time the grant ended in 2023, I accepted less than the mortgage costs for the continued use of the properties. I purchased the Concord home, Tillman, specifically to make it available to house homeless veterans in Concord. I made repairs Benched Correspondence
Agenda Item 4.a
June 3, 2025
and improvements to accommodate this purpose and had significant landscaping improvements to create a welcoming environment. I made the house available to the organization at less than mortgage costs, while continuing to pay for utilities and feed veterans until the City of Concord assumed lease and operating costs in January 2025.
The practice of leasing my properties to VAH has been a practice for nearly 10 years. I often disclose to donors, in presentations and to service providers, that I own the properties and why it is necessary. The reality is that I could charge a greater lease rate in the private market, without the liability, risks, challenges, and stress associated with leasing property to the organization.
I had mentioned that I owned the leased Pittsburg, and Antioch properties to two Concord City Council members when they either visited our program in 2019- 2020 or when I met them in a social setting. I share this to demonstrate that I have not intentionally withheld that I own the properties being used, and that much of my work, in salary, and housing is done because I care about the plight of veterans, and that I have been blessed to be able to afford, although minor, acts of philanthropy. With this said, and to your question, my generosity has bounds, and properties leased to the organization remain in my control, or rather, the bank’s control. VAH had explored a lease with an option to buy the Burnette House, located at 2080 East Street, but the owner was, and is, in a hurry to sell it. A lease with an option to buy the property would have given the organization time to qualify for a loan and gain full ownership.
VAH continues to explore renting options, and with predictable results, has not yet found a willing owner. However, we continue to discuss leasing with owners to fulfill the ARPA grant agreement with Concord. To hedge odds, I am currently seeking finance to possibly buy the old Alvis House at 2190 Grant Street, Concord’s first schoolhouse. Once purchased and repairs are made, it will be made available for VAH to lease and house homeless veterans in Concord.
I will be happy to answer further questions on Tuesday, as I have requested to give public comment regarding the use of the 1.7 million balance in grant funds.
Leonard
On Fri, May 30, 2025 at 5:08 PM Ezell, Justin <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Leonard,
In preparation for Tuesday’s agenda item regarding the $1.7 million grant funding, Mayor Obringer has requested clarification on the ownership of the Tiller House property.
Specifically, could you confirm whether the property is owned by you personally or by the nonprofit organization, Veterans Accession House?
If the property is owned by you personally, could you also share whether, in your experience, it is common practice for a nonprofit operator to lease a property from themselves, with the nonprofit paying rent while holding no ownership interest? Additionally, who would receive the proceeds if the property were to be sold? What would be the situation with the second home if it were funded?
-Justin
Justin Ezell
Assistant City Manager
City of Concord
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To: Dominic Aliano, & Laura Nakamura, Concord City Council
From: Leonard Ramirez, Executive Director, Veterans Accession House
Reference: Request for additional Funding
Date: April 1, 2025
I am writing to request consideration for additional supporting funding for Scattered Site Interim Housing. This request is made with the understanding that additional American Rescue Plan Act funds might be made available for redistribution to existing program grant awardees. VAH is requesting additional funds to offset originally approved line items which our program cut from the grant budget as not fundable from the $730,000.00 awarded. The cuts were made across the board, impacting on staffing, facilities and services. The oversight , discrepancy in items not able to be covered in the approved grant, were identified and reported to the City Manager’s office in January 2025.
This request covers “Add Backs and Add Ons ” in the sum of $294,416.64 in addition to the existing $730,000.00 approved for Scattered Housing. “Add Backs” for staffing cuts were made in the sum of $37,264.84. VAH has also identified staffing shortage needed to ensure effective delivery of quality services. It is requested that the position of Field Services Coordinator be approved as an “Add On” and funded at the rate of $89,001.00 which includes all required coverages , matched tax obligations and fringe benefits for the position . Staff funding changes total $126,265.84. Funding requests woul d fill staffing gaps, bring salaries back to competitive rates, help attract and retain perspective employees for the duration of the grant cycle.
In addition, VAH is requesting Add -Backs for budget cuts made from the original approved budget for Tillman House at $49,750.00 and Kyle House (named for 911 war heroes, e.g., Patrick Tillman and Chris Kyle), at $87,538.00 totaling $137,288.00. Each house is the
Administrative support Add -Ons includes a one -time cost to rebuild an earlier version of a case management platform unable to support grant program work, to be supported by Salesforce, $6,500.00 , office space to support program operational functions, costs set at $24,362.80 , housing lease increase and other support items for a combined tota l $30,862.80. I have attached copies of the Approved Budget and the Amended Request for your comparison. The amended final total requested in this second phase of funding review is $294,416.64 as illustrated on the attached Excel sheet.
If you have any questions regarding this proposal, don’t hesitate to call me on the phone number below or by listed email.
Respectfully submitted,
Leonard C. Ramirez
Veterans Accession House
www.vahouse.org
[email protected]
(415) 517-5143
A: First housing unit (Tillman House) budget Costs
5512 Pennsylvania Blvd
Approved First Round Funding Budget
Housing Lease $65,400.00
Five passenger leased Van $16,848.00
Auto fueling cost $3,840.00
Auto Insurance $1,250.00
Liability insurance $3,450.00 `
Utilities Power $8,400.00
Water $4,200.00
Cable $4,040.00
Food Services $37,200.00
Television $1,400.00
Network System $360.00
Microsoft Windows $96.85
Anti-Virus $39.99
Adobe Program $101.93
Salesforce case management tools $4,285.80
Mini Office Shed, electrical connection $20,500.00
Total: $167,962.57
Add Backs
Furnishings $8,000.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Food Services $2,800.00
Furnishings $8,000.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Alarms and Security Cameras $3,200.00
Exercise Equipment $2,650.00
One Computer $650.00
One Monitors $210.00
One Combo Printers/ scanner $680.00
One Surge Protector $50.00
One Extension Cords $10.00
One Power Backup Systems $150.00
Gardening equipment, tools and supplies $1,850.00
Mini Office Shed, electrical connection $4,000.00
Residential repairs and maintenance $4,500.00
Miscellaneous operating costs $6,000.00
Add Ons
Salesforce platform support (one time) $6,500.00
Office Space covering January - December 2025 $24,362.80 Subtotal $80,612.80
B. Second housing unit (Kyle House) budget: Costs
Exisitng Approved Budget
Lease of one 4-5 BR house $40,800.00
Utilities Power $8,400.00
Water $4,200.00
Cable $4,040.00
Furnishings $6,000.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Food Services $37,200.00
Television $1,200.00
Network System $360.00
Microsoft Windows $96.85
Anti-Virus $39.99
Adobe Program $101.93
Subtotal: $105,938.77
Add Backs New Items
Liability insurance $3,450.00 `
Furnishings $4,000.00
Food Services $2,800.00
Alarms and Security Cameras $3,800.00
Televisions $1,200.00
One Computer $650.00
One Monitor $210.00
One Combo Printer/ scanner $680.00
Surge Protectors $50.00
Extension Cords $10.00
Power Backup Systems $150.00
Residential repairs and maintenance $4,500.00
Miscellaneous operating costs $6,000.00
Add Ons New items
Lease of one 4-5 BR house $17,700.00
Five passenger leased Van $16,848.00
Mini Office, electrical connection $24,500.00
Auto fueling cost $3,840.00
Auto Insurance $1,250.00
Subtotal $91,638.00
Difference for a $4,500.00 lease, plus deposit $4,500.00
C: Staffing & Associated
Administrative costs
Existing Approved Budget
Three House Managers $112,000.00
Case Manager $25,682.76 Case Manager Supervisor $56,000.00
Administrative Support $46,080.00 Operations Manager $50,433.30 Workers Comp $6,300.00 State EDD $16,500.00 State Taxes $21,152.80 Federal Taxes $64,187.80 Accounting $3,912.00 Annual Tax Preparation $3,450.00 Fringe Benefits (med) $50,400.00
Total: $456,098.66
Add Backs
Three House Managers $3,000.00
Case Manager $20,757.24 Case Manager Supervisor $9,040.00
Operations Manager $2,966.70 State Taxes $1,500.90 Subtotal $37,264.84
Add On
Field Services Coordinator $56,500.00
Workers Comp $1,050.00 State EDD $7,345.00 State Taxes $11,676.00 Federal Taxes $12,430.00 Subtotal $89,001.00
Total $91,638.00
Amended Budget Current Budget Add Back/On Budget
Tillman House $167,962.57 $80,612.80
Kyle House $105,938.77 $91,638.00
Staff & Administration $456,098.66 $91,638.00
Total: $730,000.00 $263,888.80
A: (Tillman House) budget Costs
5512 Pennsylvania Blvd
Second Year Option
Housing Lease $65,400.00
Five passenger leased Van $16,848.00
Auto fueling cost $3,840.00
Auto Insurance $1,250.00
Liability insurance $3,450.00 `
Supplies $3,500.00
Residential repairs and maintenance $4,500.00
Miscellaneous operating costs $6,000.00
Utilities Power $8,400.00
Water $4,200.00
Cable $4,040.00
Food Services $40,000.00
Network System $360.00
Microsoft Windows $96.85
Anti-Virus $39.99
Adobe Program $101.93
Salesforce Platform Support $4,285.80
Total: $162,862.57
B. (Kyle House) budget: Costs
Address TBD
Second Year Option
Lease of one 4-5 BR house $58,500.00
Liability insurance $3,450.00 `
Five passenger leased Van $16,848.00
Auto fueling cost $3,840.00
Auto Insurance $1,250.00
Food Services $40,000.00
Residential repairs and maintenance $4,500.00
Miscellaneous operating costs $6,000.00
Utilities Power $8,400.00
Water $4,200.00
Cable $4,040.00
Supplies $3,500.00
Network System $360.00
Microsoft Windows $96.85
Anti-Virus $39.99
Adobe Program $101.93
Subtotal: $151,676.77
C: Staffing & Associated
Administrative costs
Existing Approved Budget
Three House Managers $115,000.00
Case Manager $46,440.00 Case Manager Supervisor $65,040.00
Administrative Support $46,080.00 Operations Manager $53,400.00 Field Services Coordinator $56,500.00
Workers Comp $7,350.00 State EDD $23,845.00 State Taxes $32,828.80 Federal Taxes $76,617.80 Accounting $3,912.00 Annual Tax Preparation $3,450.00 Fringe Benefits (med) $50,400.00
Office Space $24,362.80
Total: $605,226.40
Second Year Option Budget
Tillman House $162,862.57
Kyle House $151,676.77
Staffing & Administration $605,226.40
Total: $919,765.74
On Fri, May 30, 2025 at 5:08 PM Ezell, Justin <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi Leonard,
In preparation for Tuesday’s agenda item regarding the $1.7 million grant funding, Mayor Obringer has requested clarification on the ownership of the Tiller House property.
Specifically, could you confirm whether the property is owned by you personally or by the nonprofit organization, Veterans Accession House?
If the property is owned by you personally, could you also share whether, in your experience, it is common practice for a nonprofit operator to lease a property from themselves, with the nonprofit paying rent while holding no ownership interest? Additionally, who would receive the proceeds if the property were to be sold? What would be the situation with the second home if it were funded?
-Justin
Justin Ezell
Assistant City Manager
City of Concord
(925) 671-3155
[email protected]
From: Naomi Gashaw <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 2, 2025 11:19 AM
To: City Clerk <[email protected]>; Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>; Aliano, Dominic <[email protected]>; Nakamura, Laura <[email protected]>
Cc: Gigi Crowder <[email protected]>
Subject: NAMI CC Request for Additional Funding for NAMI CC Cares, Leave No One Behind - Concord Program
Hi All,
I'm sending this on behalf of Gigi R. Crowder and NAMI Contra Costa to be included in the June 3rd City Council Meeting under Item 4.a The Reallocation of One-Time Funding for the Mobile Resource Unit Strategy
Our LNOB team plans to be in attendance to speak.
Best wishes,
Naomi Gashaw
NAMI Contra Costa
2151 Salvio Street, Suite V
Concord, CA 94520
(925) 765-9268
Program Update: NAMI CC Cares, Leave No One Behind – Concord May 7th, 2025
During quarter one (January to March, 2025), our leadership was in discussions with Homebase to clarify desired program performance outputs and outcomes. We emphasized that it takes time and multiple contact points to build trust, and that we intend to agilely meet the needs of the unhoused as they present, with particular attunement to mental health challenges, since everyone on our culturally and linguistically diverse Leave No One Behind team has lived experience navigating both mental illness and some form of homelessness or housing instability.
In late March we started weekly food distribution efforts in downtown Concord, going into the community on Thursdays with NAM I CC staff and volunteers to distribute 30 meals at a time.
These meals included sandwiches, cold water & sparkling carbonated drinks, and miscellaneous snacks (fruit, trail mix, Rice Krispies, etc.) In mid-April, we expanded our efforts to serve 30 meals on both Mondays and Thursdays, and we plan to continue with this bi -weekly distribution schedule. We have plans to develop a monthly, varied meal schedule, and might consider occasional catered meals if we can ensure the occasional catering is within budget. To empower them and offer hope as a reminder we are there for them, if desired, we pin on our green and black ribbons and supply which also supports us to easily identify those wanting to work with us but who are not yet ready to engage with other services.
Based on conversations and demonstrated needs, our distribution has expanded to include feminine hygiene products (as supplied by the Ladybug Program) and first aid kits. We are also actively listening to the barriers these individuals face (especially non-English speakers with mental health challenges) in accessing services like detox, employment support, housing support, etc. We hope to connect them with resources that can help them achieve what they feel to be the appropriate next steps in their recovery and stabilization. Lacking IDs and not wanting to be rehoused far from family, friends, & existing supports are particularly salient barriers. We have collaborated with Caminar (they utilize our offices to meet with unsheltered individuals), C.O.R.E., Bi Bett, Monument Impact, and Rubicon to explore services that might be supportive, and we continue to listen and ideas on how to connect those we're serving to the services they feel they need, when they are ready. We have as a key part of our deliverables also assisted families to file petitions with CARE Court. To date NAMI CC has supported 14 families across the county with the vast majority being Concord residents with children resistant to mental health treatment who are living unsheltered in Concord.
Our first report to Homebase is due July 15th, which will be an aggregate of notes and data collection from our outreach efforts through June 30th. We will continue to submit quarterly reports to Homebase through the end of 2026.
June 2, 2025 June 2, 2025
To: Concord City Council Members Dominic Aliano & Laura Nakamura
From: Gigi R. Crowder, CEO of NAMI Contra Costa
Re: Request for Additional Funding for our NAMI CC Cares, Leave No One Behind – Concord Program under the Mobile Resource Unit
Please accept this as a formal request to be considered for additional funding in the amount of $268,076. Our original request to fully execute our program and position it for the optimal success was for $468,076. We appreciate being awarded funding in the amount of $200,000, we believe we have made great strides with this, but had
we been fully funded we could do so much more. As you know, our target population is those who are unsheltered and living with severe mental illness. Often, these individuals pre sent with substance use challenges and their mental illness has largely been unaddressed. Understanding the population as we do, we put forth a preventative approach that targeted the transitional age youth population hoping to engage with them prior to them spending years and perhaps decades living in the streets of Concord, unsheltered due to a medical condition.
If granted the additional funds we would be able to hire additional peer staff across the age span and fill gaps we have been able to identify in the four months we have been working on this project. We would also be able to enhance our family reunification work which has proven to be successful with or without the need for supporting families to utilize Care Court petitions. Although we make the connection through providing food and other essential needs to those we encounter, our work goes far beyond meet ing those basic needs. We have built strong connections with over twenty chronically homeless individuals who were at one point guarded, but are now building trust with our culturally diverse, linguistically capable staff and volunteers who they can identi fy with because of a shared lived experience. We have built connections with other likeminded agencies and because of our location at the epicenter of need, have opened our offices as a meeting location. Recognizing traditional office hours don’t work for many, we operate Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 7:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Recognizing the diversity of culture and language in Concord, we are committed to having Spanish and Mandarin speaking staff available at all times. We have noted an increase in Spanish speakers needing our support due to the current political climate that has created additional challenges
At NAMI CC, we are working with Homebase to share our information after enhancing our database platform, Samaritan, to meet the need this contract. We are excited about what we’ve accomplished and although our first report is not due yet, please see a summary of our work thus far attached.
Sincerely,
Gigi R. Crowder La Tanyua Brown-Thompson
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Board of Directors:
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Secretary
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Jeremy Taubman
Treasurer
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Director
Emily O’Connor
Director
Angela Ferguson
Director
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Director
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Director
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From: Rosie Reid <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, June 2, 2025 4:24 PM
To: City Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Public Comment for Funds for Homelessness
Dear Concord City Council,
I am writing regarding the $1.7 million in available funding that supports homelessness initiatives in Concord. As the supervisor of the Mt. Diablo Unified School District's SOAR Program, which encompasses services for students and families experiencing homelessness, I have some recommendations, based on ongoing unmet needs that we see in our area.
1) Shower trailer -- we are in desperate need of a shower trailer that is open from 4-8pm on weekdays and that has weekend hours. Currently, some families must choose between keeping their child home from school to visit a shower trailer, or sending them to school and having them miss the opportunity to shower. Additionally, families who are employed often cannot make it to middle-of-the-day shower trailers either. We don't need another mid-day trailer, even though I understand that is easier to staff. We need to meet the needs of our community and staff a shower trailer after hours and on weekends!
2) YMCA Memberships -- These memberships would provide the following benefits for families:
• families could take showers if they cannot make the open hours of shower trailers because of school and work schedules
• swim lesson, which would help prevent the leading cause of death for children 1-4 and the second-leading cause of death for youth ages 5-18 • childcare during workouts, which would provide respite for parents 3) Transportation -- we recently visited a TRANSPAC meeting and advocated for more free lines or for more youth programs that offer free fares for youth. This is a highly needed resource for many families who may feel the need to choose between paying their bills, putting food on the table, and paying for bus passes to send their children to school.
4) TAY shelters/accommodations -- currently, the only housing option for runaway or unaccompanied minors in Contra Costa County is GRIP in Richmond. This provides limitations for the unhoused youth population in the area because of the sheer distance, but also because they do not serve youth under 18, and many youth are not yet 18 and have nowhere to go. This leads us to make referrals to shelters in San Francisco or Oakland.
Thank you,
Rosie
--
Rosie Reid (she/her), PhD
Program Specialist, Foster Youth and McKinney-Vento
SOAR Program (Support Office for Access and Resources)
Mt. Diablo Unified School District
1026 Mohr Ln, Concord, CA 94518
Phone: 925-685-1011 at ext. 62042
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From: Leonard Ramirez <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 11:22 AM
To: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Fw: Agenda Item 4.a: Fw: Request for Clarification on Tiller House Ownership and Lease Structure
Justin. I appreciate the heads up. I attached several documents in a single file supporting the Board of Directors discussion of the lease of the 5512 Pennsylvania Blvd property, lease contracts and bank receipts showing amounts I have accepted for lease of the property.
Please note that for several months I accepted less than the lease contract. This was done at my request and discretion as the owner of the property. Also, note that in March, check 1002, note indicates payment for February and March. This is a note error, and should reflect January & February. Check 1009 is for March 2025.
I hope this helps.
On Tue, Jun 3, 2025 at 9:30 AM Ezell, Justin <[email protected]> wrote:
Leonard, FYI below on the additional information that has been shared with the City Council. Giving you a heads up in case you receive questions and need to prepare.
-Justin
Justin Ezell
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City of Concord
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From: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 9:26 AM
To: Barone, Valerie <[email protected]>; McAuley, Wendy <[email protected]>
Cc: Fockler, Joelle <[email protected]>; Robinson, Monique <[email protected]>
Subject: Agenda Item 4.a: Fw: Request for Clarification on Tiller House Ownership and Lease Structure
This email is being shared with all Councilmembers.
Mayor and Councilmembers,
The Veterans Accession House provided a proposal related to Agenda Item 4.a that is included in tonight's packet. This thread (please read below) is related to Mayor Obringer requesting information about an existing lease arrangement between the nonprofit (VAH) and an insider (Leonard Ramirez) for the Tillman House property where VAH currently operates. The City previously awarded a grant to VAH to run a housing program for veterans.
VAH has requested additional funding for their housing programs.
This information was submitted to the City Clerk for inclusion in tonight’s packet but I’m forwarding it now so that all Councilmembers have the information ahead of this evening’s meeting, along with a few additional details I’ve gathered since first submitting it to the Clerk. This thread is also being provided to Mr. Ramirez.
Based on my research, it is generally permissible for a nonprofit such as VAH to lease property from a board member or other insider, but certain safeguards must be in place.
These include ensuring the rent is at fair market value, requiring approval by the full board (excluding the conflicted party), and maintaining clear documentation of the process. The arrangement must also be disclosed on the nonprofit’s IRS Form 990, specifically on Schedule L. The most straightforward explanation I’ve found, though not from an official source, is here: https://www.501c3.org/kb/leasing-from-a-key-insider/
According to the documentation provided by Mr. Ramirez, VAH is leasing the Tillman House at a rate of $5,500 per month. The lease rate does not include utilities. Utilities are separate line items on the invoicing that VAH provided to the City for the purposes of the grant. For reference, I’ve included comparable lease searches from Zillow below.
Rental search for available homes listed between $4.5k and $6k with no square footage in search.
Rental search for available homes listed between $4.5k and $6k with sf range of 2,250 to 2,500 in search.
Tiller House
5512 Pennsylvania Blvd.
6 bds, 3 ba, 2,329 sqft
Zillow rent estimate: $4,750/mo
($2.36 per sf at $5,500 lease rate)
5501 Pennsylvania Blvd.
3 bds, 2 ba, 1,128 sqft
For rent on Zillow: $3,750/mo
($3.32 per sf at $3,750 lease rate)
Regards,
-Justin
From: Judith Herman <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 1:06 PM
To: City Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Funds for the Homeless-Public Comment
Dear City Council,
Grow presented the City with a package of comprehensive services for the unhoused that the Council agreed to fund. The Council then required Grow to discontinue their core mission of providing meals to the unhoused in city parks. No other organization provided with grant money was asked to do the same. Rather than fight this requirement, Grow chose to pull out of the process and just continue with their core mission. Grow had intended to provide comprehensive services with a coalition of providers that are still ready, willing and able to continue with the project.
I request that the Council award the contract to the remaining providers so that community services so desperately needed can be provided.
Thank you,
Judith Herman
From: Khayla Digiorgio <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 1:27 PM
To: City Clerk <[email protected]>
Subject: Hope Solutions Public Comment for 6/3 Council Meeting on Consideration Item A, Reallocation of HSP Funds
Dear Concord City Council,
Please find the attached comments submitted on behalf of Hope Solutions for today’s City Council Meeting, Consideration Item A, regarding the reallocation of one-time funds from the Homeless Strategic Plan.
We hope you will consider our letter as you move forward in the decision-making process.
Thank you,
Khayla DiGiorgio
Policy & Governments Affairs Manager
Formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing
399 Taylor Boulevard, Suite 115
Pleasant Hill, California 94523
Direct Line: 925.542.1137
Fax: 925.944.2248
www.hopesolutions.org
Formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing
June 3, 2025
Carlyn Obringer, Mayor
Laura Nakamura, Vice Mayor
Dominic Aliano, Councilmember
Pablo Benavente, Councilmember
Laura M. Hoffmeister, Councilmember
RE: Consideration Item A, Considering the Reallocation Of $1,704,896 In One-time Funding That Was Previously Designated for Implementing the Mobile Resource Unit Strategy Outlined in the City’s Homeless Strategic Plan
Dear Honorable Mayor Obringer and Council,
On behalf of Hope Solutions, I write you today to express our support for the staff recommendation to “reissue the original Request for Proposals (RFP) and review and select from the respondents” when reallocating the approximate $1.7 million in one-time funding previously designated for the Mobile Resource Unit strategy outlined in the City’s Homeless Strategic Plan.
First, I want to acknowledge the tremendous work of the Homeless Strategic Plan (HSP) Task Force, who spent countless hours over many months working to perfect this strategic plan. Their dedication to establishing the HSP deserves to be honored by ensuring these funds are allocated to programs aligned with the priorities they worked so diligently to define.
Next, I want to emphasize how crucial it is to retain these funds for programs designed to end homelessness in Concord. Considering the catastrophic housing and homelessness funding cuts proposed at the federal level, we do not know yet just how deeply our community will be impacted. We do know, however, that housing and homelessness programming are at severe risk, and I strongly urge the Council to use this one-time funding reallocation as an opportunity to protect and advance Concord’s priorities to end homelessness.
Hope Solutions’ Rapid Rehousing program has been funded by Concord’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds. However, about a week after the HSP proposal deadline, we learned that our PLHA funding was drastically reduced due to changing state priorities. While City staff were aware of the impending reduction, changes in staffing meant that Hope Solutions was not informed until after the HSP deadline had passed. Had we known about this change in time, we would have applied for HSP funding to ensure the continued success of our Rapid
Formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing
Rehousing Program. We would be grateful for the opportunity to submit a proposal for the City’s consideration now that this critical funding has again become available.
With the current political climate, unfortunately, our story is not unique. We, and many other organizations, have lost funds and are deeply concerned about the future availability of funds, threatening successful programs like our Rapid Rehousing program that has served Concord for 3 years. Authorizing the reissue of the original RFP still allows the original pool of applicants to re-submit their proposal while creating a new opportunity for organizations, some of whom may also be experiencing the loss of or potential loss of funds.
I strongly believe this option offers the best outcome for all parties, as it enables the Council to consider both the original submissions and any new or updated proposals. This inclusive and transparent approach ensures the most informed decision-making and ultimately leads to the strongest result for the City.
Thank you for your leadership and your ongoing commitment to solving homelessness in Concord. I urge you to honor the work of the HSP taskforce and keep these vital resources aligned with their priorities by reissuing the RFP and considering the strongest possible proposals from all interested organizations.
Sincerely,
Deanne Pearn, CEO
Hope Solutions
From: Leslie Taylor <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 2:20 PM
To: City Clerk <[email protected]>
Cc: Lynna Magnuson <[email protected]>; LaTanya <[email protected]> Subject: Concord Mobile Dignity Center
Dear Mayor Obringer and Members of Concord City Council:
My name is Rev. Dr. Leslie Taylor, Senior Minister at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Concord, California. We wholeheartedly support the Mobile Dignity Center and its vital partnership with Caminar, Loaves and Fishes, White Pony Express, Rota-Care, NAMI, and other community organizations.
From our direct experience serving unhoused neighbors, we know that their needs extend beyond physical provisions to include significant emotional and spiritual care. Often, individuals come to our church seeking not just water, food, or a phone charge, but a compassionate listening ear during times of loneliness, fear, or insecurity.
Therefore, we strongly affirm the critical need for a dedicated Chaplain to serve as the Wellness Support person within the Mobile Dignity Center. First Christian Church is pleased to offer this support, providing a consistent presence for unhoused participants, as well as for volunteers and staff who may benefit from a confidential conversation.
Including this personal, empathetic touch will significantly enhance the holistic care provided by the Mobile Dignity Center, addressing a profound human need that complements essential physical services.
Blessings,
Pastor Leslie
Rev. Dr. Leslie Carole Taylor (Pronouns: She/Her/Hers)
Senior Pastor
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
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From: Eric Rehn <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 2:32 PM
To: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>; Obringer, Carlyn <[email protected]>; Nakamura, Laura
<[email protected]>; Aliano, Dominic
<[email protected]>; Hoffmeister, Laura
<[email protected]>; Benavente, Pablo <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Council to Consider Reallocation of $1.7 million previously allocated for Homeless Strategic Plan Implementation on June 3
Dear Council,
I recommend that Council reallocate the $1.7 million in homeless funding to the Concord Police Department or to establish a fund to reimburse property owners for the damage caused by homeless activities.
Past funding for homelessness can show no correlation between funded programs and a reduction in homelessness due to the program funded. Commercial property owners and businesses suffer greatly from the lack of enforcement on illegal activities by homeless individuals. Funding more police enforcement or expense reimbursement is the right thing to do and will help the private sector cover the costs.
To put it bluntly, we have roughly 150 people that have stated mental illness is the reason for their homelessness yet the County refuses to treat them because they refuse help due to their mental illness and the private sector pays for it. Time to give it back to those actually paying the cost.
Sincerely,
Eric Rehn, CCIM
City of Concord Business Community Representative – Homeless Strategic Plan Task Force
Eric Rehn, CCIM
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From: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2025 5:22 PM
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Subject: Re: Council to Consider Reallocation of $1.7 million previously allocated for Homeless Strategic Plan Implementation on June 3
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From: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 2:00 PM
To: Ezell, Justin <[email protected]>
Subject: Council to Consider Reallocation of $1.7 million previously allocated for Homeless Strategic Plan Implementation on June 3
HSP Working Group Members,
I’m writing to inform you that the City Council will be considering the reallocation of $1.7 million in previously designated funding for implementation of the Homeless Strategic Plan at its regularly scheduled meeting on June 3.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need additional information.
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Eric R. Rehn, CCIM
City of Concord Business Community Representative – Homeless Strategic Plan Task Force [email protected]
June 3, 2025
City Council
City of Concord
Concord, CA
RE: Reallocation of Homeless funds
Dear Council,
I recommend that Council reallocate the $1.7 million in homeless funding to the Concord Police Department or to establish a fund to reimburse property owners for the damage caused by homeless activities.
Past funding for homelessness can show no correlation between funded programs and a reduction in homelessness due to the program funded. Commercial property owners and businesses suffer greatly from the lack of enforcement on illegal activities by homeless individuals. Funding more police enforcement or expense reimbursement is the right thing to do and will help the private sector cover the costs.
To put it bluntly, we have roughly 150 people that have stated mental illness is the reason for their homelessness yet the County refuses to treat them because they refuse help due to their mental illness and the private sector pays for it.
Time to give it back to those actually paying the cost.
Sincerely,
Eric Rehn, CCIM
City of Concord Business Community Representative – Homeless Strategic Plan Task Force
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Hi, Justin. Please confirm receipt of this proposal and budget and that you can open both.
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Lynna Magnuson | Director of Supported Housing
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Sent: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 2:36 PM
To: Lynna Magnuson <[email protected]>
Subject: Concord Mobile Dignity Center - RFP (Unencrypted)
Hi Lynna,
I’m resending the budget in a separate email without encryption to ensure accessibility.
Everyone should now be able to open the attachment without issues.
Regards,
Simon Huo
Simon Huo | Manager of Financial Planning &
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Homeless Strategic Plan Program Application
1. Organization Information
Agency Name: Caminar
Program Name: Concord Mobile Dignity Center
Main Office Address: 411 Borel Ave, Ste 101; San Mateo 94402
Primary Contact and Title: Lynna Magnuson, Director of Supported Housing Primary Contact Phone: 925-408-2119
Primary Contact Email: [email protected]
Executive Director: Amanda Russell
Phone: 650-393-8968
Email: [email protected]
Program Manager: La Tanya Johnson
Phone: 925-787-7901
Email: [email protected]
Application Contact: Lynna Magnuson, Director of Supported Housing Phone: 925-408-2119
Email: [email protected]
Finance Contact: Richard Williams, Chief Financial Officer Phone: 650-425-3550
Email: [email protected]
Board Chair: Barbara Patterson
Phone: 650-393-8928
Email: [email protected]
2. Project/Program Information
Provide a brief description of the project or program being proposed for strategy
Mobile Resource Unit
:
Caminar respectfully proposes to assume the lead on the previously awarded funds of $1,705,00 for the Concord Mobile Dignity Center, which is under the Mobile Resource Unit Strategy from Concord's Homeless Strategic Plan. For simplicity, Caminar will refer to this project as CMDC throughout this document. CMDC is a 2-year bid for a collaborative project of funded and unfunded community non-profit organizations partners to provide food, clothing, showers, basic hygiene supplies, medical care, and wellness for Concord individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Annually, CMDC will serve 300 unduplicated individuals experiencing homelessness in Concord.
Amount Requested
$1,705,000
Minimum Amount Needed
$1,705,000
Estimated Number of Concord Residents to be Served
300
Estimated Number of All Persons to be Served
300
3. Community Benefits
Description of the specific population the project/program will benefit
The CMDC will serve Concord’s most vulnerable residents: chronically homeless and homeless single adults and families. Many of these individuals may have unaddressed mental health and physical health needs, as well as lack of access to essential services.
Accessible basic needs, case management services, and linkages to other systems of care all support the dignity and ability of participants to self-determine.
Description of where the targeted program participants currently reside, where the program will be operated, and any preconditions that may be imposed on program participants
The targeted program participants will be currently unhoused residents of the City of Concord. This program will operate out of 2 leased Concord hotel rooms (or a comparable alternative), in locations near encampments. These leased rooms will act as an office, non-perishable food mart, clothing boutique and hygiene station. The leased rooms will be at sites that have been vetted for accessibility by public transportation and the ability to have the partnering mobile resource vehicles to be able to park in the same area. CMDC will start with one site only, then increase the rotation to other locations. Staff members will be equipped with laptops, cell phones, MiFi devices, and other necessary equipment to ensure that they can assist clients wherever they are, whether at CMDC or in the community for outreach. There will be no preconditions such as employment, income, absence of criminal record, or sobriety to receive services.
Description of how the project/program will address, help, or solve this need or issue; and description of how the project aligns with the goals outlined within the City's Homeless Strategic Plan
CMDC will assist clients in overcoming barriers to housing through case management and provide basic necessities. CMDC will outreach potential clients, community organizations, local property owners, and the public, as well as referring partners in identifying unhoused individuals and households who are residents of Concord and confirming eligibility for program services. Caminar will work with CORE to co-enroll clients in the Coordinated Entry System to increase the likelihood that clients will qualify for any housing available, such as Permanent Supportive Housing.
Caminar will provide direct case management and housing navigation to those utilizing the CMDC, which will help reduce emergency room visits and police activity. By offering case management and housing navigation services, we will assist participants in overcoming barriers to permanent housing. This includes connecting with local landlords, educating
clients on Concord’s new tenant rights, and facilitating linkages to stable housing.
Additionally, Housing Navigation/Case Management efforts will address the underlying barriers that may have contributed to the loss of previous housing, helping participants achieve long-term stability.
4. Goals and Objectives
Description of the anticipated measurable outcomes of the project/program
The annual measurable outcomes for this project/program will include successfully serving 300 unduplicated individuals, of which 10% or 30 individuals will become housed.
Caminar will complete follow-ups for those exiting CMDC to housing at 30, 60, 90, 180-day post exit in HMIS, with the ability to pull the City of Concord resident data in HMIS reports.
Additional measurable outcomes will include establishing linkages to other community providers, such as the Access Line and County Behavioral health, ensuring that participants are connected to the necessary resources and services to support their long- term stability and well-being. This will be evidenced by HMIS data and reporting.
CMDC will reduce the numbers of homeless individuals and families, on the streets, in encampments, and visibly sleeping in vehicles in Concord will be especially reflected in the nonprofit, City and County data, especially the Point-in-Time Counts, in concert with the other Strategies outlined in Concord's Homeless Strategic Plan.
Description of the process for tracking and gathering outcome data for reporting purposes
Caminar, in Contra Costa County and elsewhere, utilizes HMIS to collect data on enrollments, demographics, finances, exits, intakes, and other information. If awarded, Caminar will continue to utilize HMIS on behalf of the entire CMDC services team, for entering and monitoring data pertinent to this project/program. In contrast to our other programs that receive intakes via HMIS, for this initiative, we will engage community stakeholders such as the police department, the McKinney-Vento program at MDUSD, and other entities like the Monument Crisis Center. Caminar will co-enroll clients in the Coordinated Entry System in HMIS, whenever appropriate, so that clients may be prioritized for housing options until they are no longer deemed homeless under HUD regulations.
5. Partnerships and Funding
Description of any partnerships or subcontractors and the role they play in the project/program
Caminar is applying as the lead for the CMDC. Caminar will be responsible for hosting the funded partners in the service activities described herein, as well as providing housing navigation/case management services. All partners will be responsible for securing replacement funding, as all acknowledge CMDC funding of $1,705,00 is one-time only funding. All partners are responsible for attracting leveraged partnerships, as well.
Caminar will also be responsible for receiving and processing invoices for payment to our subcontractors. Caminar will be responsible for providing invoices to the City for cost reimbursement, or other method the City of Concord prefers.
Loaves and Fishes will be providing 100 hot, nutritious meals 2 days per week, after purchasing a food truck. Until then, they will provide boxed meals by the same measure.
Loaves and Fishes will prepare, then transport the meals to CMDC, and food is plated from the truck.
White Pony Express will be making non-perishable food deliveries every Thursday, as well as provide a boutique for client needs (clothing, shoes, personal hygiene items, pet food, etc.) These food items are specifically curated for easy on-the-go stashing for now and later by participants and the personal items bring comfort, confidence, and the joy of a small indulgence.
Rotacare will host a Free Clinic at the CMDC one Thursday evening per month for participants who uninsured, underinsured, underserved with the following services (and more): allergies, sore throat, ear infections, coughs & colds, flu, fever, pink eye, concussion/head injuries, muscle strains, minor burns, wound care, back pain, diabetes management (including diet and exercise education), hypertension management (including diet and exercise education), STD testing, pap smears, breast exams, and referrals free of cost (X-rays/ultrasounds, screening & diagnostic mammograms, routine bloodwork, surgical) procedures
Concord First Christian Church will be providing non-denominational wellness personnel, for up to 5 hours per week, as needed by the CMDC, and particularly the one Thursday evening per month for all services, to actively engage both individually and in group, as needed.
From the leveraged, government side, Caminar will continue to deepen relationships with H3, County Behavioral Health, etc. Caminar also will continue to leverage referral to the Workforce Development Board for those clients who need employment assistance.
Caminar also will continue to leverage Employment and Human Services to advocate for client access to level 3 GA if they are disabled but are not currently receiving SSI. Caminar will also make sure clients are maximizing their non-cash benefits, such as CalFresh. The CMDC Housing Navigator/Case Manager will assist participants to fully utilize mainstream and entitlement resources available to increase and maximize client household income.
Description of how the program would work if the full amount requested is not received
Caminar provided a budget for 2 years of CMDC service provision, totaling $1,705,000. If full funding is not received, Caminar will have to cut services and scale the budget to size.
Unfortunately, meals service would have to be cut way back, if not enough funding is available. If other partners cannot provide services at the funding level awarded, Caminar is prepared to operate by leveraging other food resources, as a last resort. Please note that this would be a final action to save the program.
Explain if the project/program is a one-time event; if not, how it will remain sustainable after receiving the grant funds including a description of expected future revenue and sources of revenue, etc.
Caminar understands that City of Concord will be providing one-time funding to the CMDC, however, Caminar will seek replacement funding, through a variety of funders, including local, County, State, Federal, and Corporate Foundation opportunities. For example, if Caminar is awarded the request of $1,705,000, Caminar will have enough funds through the City of Concord to operate for 2 years serving Concord residents solely. Caminar will apply for Care Center and Navigation Center funding in all upcoming cycles. If awarded, the funding will have to include all of Contra Costa County, however, Caminar has served 56% of heads of household who are Concord residents in other County-wide programs.
Caminar will actively pursue matching and replacement funds, as well as other sources of revenue and unique partnerships to continue providing CMDC services in Concord. If replacement or matching funds do not materialize, Caminar will be able to taper off the hotel locations and give the Coordinated Entry System and 211 time to help clients transition clients to other resources.
6. Funding and Payment Schedule
Budget attached
7. Organizational Capacity
Description of the current financial health of the organization and at what capacity the organization has been providing services or programs to Concord residents For 60 years, Caminar has provided behavioral health care for individuals with mental, physical, and developmental disabilities. Caminar transformed the lives of more than 18,000 youth and adults across the racially and ethnically diverse counties of San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Solano, Contra Costa, and Butte counties last year through behavioral health care, case management, housing, and education. After opening our first program, El Camino House, a crisis residential treatment program, Caminar's health care recovery, treatment, and family services have expanded dramatically with over 40 locations and 60 distinct programs for individuals experiencing mental health issues and substance use disorders in San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Butte, and San Francisco Counties.
Specifically, Caminar's Supportive Housing and Homelessness Prevention are the direct response to homelessness in Solano, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Butte counties. In Solano County, Caminar operates Resource Connect Solano (RCS), the Coordinated Entry System, on behalf of the CAP Solano JPA, the HUD Continuum of Care applicant agency.
RCS has provided Homelessness Prevention activities through CSBG and is the referral source for all CoC housing (including Rapid Re-Housing) in Solano County. This also includes two of Caminar's HUD supportive housing projects. In Butte County, Caminar also operates two supportive housing projects.
Regarding other funding, Caminar operates HUD Permanent Supported Housing units for 12 individuals and families and up to 16 beds of MHSA Emergency Housing (30-to-90-day program) in Solano County, as well as case management and resident services coordination of 180 households in community. San Mateo also has 60 units of permanent supported housing, administrated through the Housing Authority and services provided by Caminar.
Caminar is a current City of Concord Contractor for Concord Rapid Rehousing. As of 6/3/2025, after only a full month of operation, Caminar’s Concord Rapid Rehousing has 7 enrolled participants and 1 has secured housing.
Caminar uses Dynamics 365 Business Central, an accounting software and accounting system that can manage all the accounting needs of a large non-profit agency. This system is used for booking transactions for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
We also use this system to generate monthly financial statements. All expense transactions will be reviewed and approved by the Program Director based on the approval matrix we have set up for our agency. Financial statements are reviewed monthly by the Director of Finance and Accounting, the CFO, and the Program Director for reasonableness. To follow accepted accounting procedures (GAAP), Caminar contracts with an independent auditor to perform a year-end audit of the financial statements.
Our corporate headquarters are in San Mateo. Corporate administration includes Finance, Accounting, Operations, Human Resources, IT, office of the CEO, and Development and Marketing departments, all of which support programs in our six Bay Area and Northern California regions. Caminar has multiple Federal, State, County, City, and other contracts across all regions and is insured to protect all assets and liabilities. Caminar has an established breadth of work in other Counties.
Description of the organization's experience and capacity to manage, implement, measure, and report on the project/program; include examples and data of successful, similar programs
Caminar manages a wide variety of programs throughout San Mateo, Santa Clara, Butte, Solano, and Contra Costa. Caminar completed the second year of operating the Bringing Families Home program. In Contra Costa, Caminar provides Monthly Enrollment, Data Quality Assurance, and Services-Based Financial reports to H3.
8. Submitter Information
Name and Title of Person Submitting
Lynna Magnuson, Director of Supported Housing
Phone
9254082119
Email
[email protected]
Acknowledgement that this is one-time funding that will not be renewed.
C. 1. Description of how project/program will address, help, or solve this need or issue.
Table 1: Mobile Dignity Center (MDC) Site Partners Model Services Elements of
Care
Role Lead Funding
for
Services
1 Mobile Dignity
Center
Operations and
Community
Engagement
Housing and
Support Services
○ Conduct outreach activities
to engage with the
homeless population
○ Set up and manage the MRC
○ Coordinate with all partner
organizations to ensure
seamless delivery of
services
○ Provide mail services
○ Manage security
○ Provide hygiene services
including showers and towel
service
○ Facilitate rapid rehousing
and supportive services
○ Conduct outreach and intake
assessments for additional
resources
Caminar $804,698
2 Medical
Services
○ Deploy the mobile health
vehicle to offer medical
care
○ Collaborate with
healthcare providers for
support
○
RotaCare of
Concord
$60,337
3 Nutritional
Services
○ Distribute hot meals and
food supplies.
○ Ensure availability of
nutritious grab-and-go
food
○ Ensure food availability to
Concord daily
Loaves
and
Fishes,
White
Pony
Express
$567,164
$259,600
4 Wellness
Services
○ Provide non-
denominational
wellness services
Concord
First
Christian
Church
$13,200
Multiple mobile partner service units will congregate at MDC sites to provide medical care, food, clothing, hygiene support and resource and referral appointments.
To support and maintain attendance and connection with the hard-to-reach living rough community of unhoused people living in Concord, the Mobile Dignity Centers will provide wrap- around support through:
Mobile Dignity Center Operations and Community Engagement
To ensure the smooth flow of the Mobile Dignity Center at each site Caminar will:
1. Ensure adequate provider organization schedule for each MDC event;
2. Organize volunteer staffing, set up and take down;
3. Communicate with MDC and community partners to identify problems that need to be addressed regarding event location, materials, flow, volunteer issues, participant issues, security issues, cleanliness;
4. Maintain postal delivery box and delivers mail from agencies to participants at MDC events;
5. Ensure adequate stocking of all supplies;
6. Maintain stock of hygiene supplies;
7. Conducts initial intake for services desired;
8. Identify and welcome new participants;
9. Organize volunteers to guide participants through MDC services;
10. Refer participants to MDC partner organizations for follow up care and resources;
11. Collaborate with Continuum of Care entities to coordinate participant care and follow up
Initial individual assessments, resources, and referrals
Each participant of the MDC is welcomed and interviewed to determine an initial current living situation and potential eligibility for housing, medical care, and general assistance programs.
GROW services are offered to assist the participants in accessing the services required.
Connections will be made with partners such as EHSD Navigators and CORE.
Prescription and referral appointment services
Concord Mobile Dignity Center staff will facilitate transportation to pick up prescriptions at local pharmacies and medical appointments.
Substance Abuse/Addiction Evaluations, Resources and Referrals
Caminar will partner with social workers, case managers, public health nurses to help provide initial substance abuse evaluations and referrals to appropriate rehabilitation programs and medical care. Caminar will refer participants to Ujima Family Recovery Services, Bi-Bett, Lifehouse Recovery and other programs for which MDC participants are eligible.
Additional pro-bono services
Caminar will recruit and invite legal assistance, pet care, vehicle care, bicycle/wheelchair care, library assistance, mental health services, CalFresh benefits advocacy, and many more services to the MDC.
Mail Services
A Post Office box will be obtained for MDC participants to use for receiving mail from government and nonprofit agencies. MDC give participants access to a stable mailing address in their journey towards acquiring housing, accessing healthcare, general assistance, disability benefits, addiction rehabilitation, and other services.
Security Services
Shower and medical services may draw participants who do not appear other days/evenings at the Mobile Dignity Center. These participants may have lower social tolerance and conflict resolution skills, as well as more frequent psychotic episodes. Caminar will be providing stipends for vetted individuals with lived experience, called Site Attendants, to assist participants with access to services, such as showers, under the direct supervision of Caminar staff.
Caminar will train the Site Attendants in de-escalation of conflict between individuals, especially individuals experiencing psychotic episodes, and will be trained in Trauma Informed Care, as well as collaborating with other partnering agency staff. The presence of Site Attendants will help prevent the need for Concord Police Department services.
Hygiene, shower, laundry, and clothing services
Hygiene kits will be made available at dinners and as needed at the Mobile Dignity Center open hours.
The proposed Mobile Dignity Center site will consist of 2 rented rooms at a hotel in Concord (site may change, as needed). Access to laundry services and shower services will be available on site. Site Attendants will disinfect the bathroom between showers and ensure that clean underwear as well as clothes are available to participants. Site attendants will also distribute food, hydration, and snacks to participants.
White Pony Express will provide clothing and shoes, as they become available. Caminar will have a very small budget for emergency clothing.
Nutritional Services (Loaves and Fishes)
Food is one of the key components to a Mobile Dignity Center. It will draw participants to the center and help to build connections between people.
- Hot, nutritious meals prepared and distributed by Loaves and Fishes at the MDC - Shelf-stable food and hydration that can be prepped and bagged for to-go options, by White Pony Express, as well as the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano.
Short-Term Objective:
LFCC will deploy the food service truck to the Concord Mobile Dignity Center sites, 2 days per week within the Concord community. This partnership will allow us to provide immediate relief to those experiencing food insecurity by delivering nutritious meals directly to vulnerable populations.
Note: LFCC anticipates an interim period of 6-8 months (from project approval) for the build of the mobile unit/food truck. During this time, LFCC has a contingency plan to ensure uninterrupted service. In the absence of refrigeration and preparation facilities for the mobile unit, we will provide nutritious box meals to the mobile resource center. These meals will meet the same high nutritional standards as the hot meals we plan to serve from the truck, ensuring that the community continues to receive essential food support throughout the transition period.
Long-Term Objective:
LFCC aims to expand the truck’s use to 5-7 days per week by building additional partnerships to serve the Concord community exclusively. This initiative will focus on feeding low-income individuals and families, with a primary goal of preventing homelessness. By providing healthy meals, LFCC enables individuals to divert their limited resources toward housing, healthcare, utilities, and transportation, thereby reducing the risk of homelessness. Our goal is to operate the truck continuously, increasing our service capacity while minimizing reliance on city funds.
Continuum of Care Linkages
MDC participants will be linked to the Contra Costa County Continuum of Care through Caminar’s Housing Navigator Case Manager (HNCM). The HNCM will refer and guide participants through the application process for healthcare, benefits assistance, employment, and housing programs, as applicable.
ADD CAMINAR DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Per the City of Concord Homeless Strategic Plan (p. 12), case management will include:
1. Referral to mental health and substance use treatment
2. One-on-one behavioral health therapeutic case management and
3. referrals as needed
4. Dental services (dental clinics only)
5. Enrollment help for health insurance (Medi-Cal)
6. Outreach and community advocacy
7. Guide participants through application process for General Assistance, CalFresh and other benefits
Medical Services
RotaCare of Concord will provide primary care medical care staff and a specialized trailer at the Mobile Dignity Centers to conduct medical evaluations, addiction replacement medicines for street drugs. Wound care, foot care, as well as screening for diabetes and other illnesses will be available as well. A priority will be to stabilize participants on medications needed.
Per the City of Concord Homeless Strategic Plan (p. 12) , medical care will include:
1. Basic medical care
2. Tuberculosis testing and treatment
3. Free, confidential on-site infectious disease testing, including STDS
4. Health screenings such as for diabetes
5. Immunizations
6. Assistance with wound and medication management
7. Referral to mental health and substance abuse treatment
8. One-on-one behavioral health therapeutic case management and referrals as needed
9. Referrals to dental clinics as needed
10. Health education
11. Connection to doctors and providers for ongoing primary care
12. Referrals to vision service
c.2. Description of how the project aligns with the goals outlined within the City’s Homeless Strategic Plan
The objective of the Mobile Dignity Center is to improve the health, dignity, and overall well-being of individuals experiencing homelessness by providing access to food, free showers, clothing, medical and mental care, and other crucial services.
Specifically, the program aims to:
● Promote Hygiene and Health: reduce the spread of illness, infections, and skin conditions by offering a space for regular bathing, improving personal hygiene, and helping public health risks.
● Provide nutritious meals to all participants
● Enhance Dignity and Self-Esteem: Provide a sense of dignity and respect by enabling individuals to maintain cleanliness, which can boost confidence and improve their mental well-being.
● Facilitate Social Reintegration: Help individuals prepare for job interviews, work, or other social interactions by providing a basic need, making it easier for them to re-enter the workforce or society.
● Reduce Stigma: Combat the stigma and discrimination faced by the homeless community by allowing them to present themselves in a cleaner, more socially accepted manner.
● Connect to Additional Services: Serve as a gateway for individuals to access other services, such as medical care, housing assistance, and mental health support.
● Improve Community Cleanliness: Support public cleanliness by reducing the use of public spaces (e.g., waterways) for bathing, which can also reduce environmental harm.
By meeting these objectives, a Mobile Dignity Center aims to address immediate needs while also serving as a stepping stone to broader social services and long-term support for individuals experiencing homelessness.
The partnerships formed will lead to strengthening the system support between government and non-government agencies. The regularity of vital services with facilitated access to these services enables the program to deliver a person-centered approach and coordinated care for each participant.
The Mobile Dignity’s mission is to foster meaningful relationships with our homeless friends and community partners and to create a safe and supportive environment that encourages and enables growth, personal development, stabilization, and positive changes for all.
There are some points to solidify, such as which hotel in Concord will become the first Mobile Dignity Center site. As the MDC expands services and obtains additional funding, additional locations are the goal.
4. Goals and Objectives
Goals:
The primary goal of the Mobile Resource Center is to provide comprehensive, accessible services to the homeless population in Concord by providing nutritious food, medical care, clothing, hygiene support, and navigation services.
.Objectives:
■ Schedule a Mobile Dignity Center to operate at three locations weekly
■ Provide at least 300 unduplicated individuals per year with access to daily meals, weekly showers, medical and
navigation services
■ Conduct basic medical screenings for at least 100 unduplicated individuals per year
A second goal of this program is to strengthen the connections and communication between the homeless population and long-term services.
Objective:
■ Provide referrals and follow-up support for at least 100 unduplicated individuals per year access shelter, housing programs, employment services, or healthcare programs
The third goal is to develop more efficient and effective strategies and practices for organizations and agencies to deliver these services to populations that are challenging to access.
Objective:
■ Develop a model that is efficient, scale-able, replicable, and easily implemented at additional sites that provides improvement in outcomes
The Mobile Dignity Center will collect data, both participant demographics and services received in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) utilizing the data standards and forms of the Contra Costa Continuum of Care. If a participant is entering services for the first time in HMIS, a full intake and assessment will be completed. Concord Mobile Dignity Center’s data will be quality-assured by the County’s Health, Housing, and Homelessness (H3) RED Team.
5. P a r t n e r s h i p s and Funding
The partnership developed for Concord’s Mobile Dignity Center Program includes organizations that each have a deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural competence, ensuring all community members are treated with respect and provided the opportunity to thrive, regardless of race, gender, or socio-economic status.
These organizations and agencies are well-known providers of specific services and as a group we have a long-term commitment to providing our respective services. As the MDC evolves from the initial site to other sites the partnerships will expand to providers of additional services that contribute to the overall goals of remaining a solid gateway program to a life off the streets.
As a team we are well-equipped to deliver on the objectives outlined in this proposal, utilizing deep-rooted community relationships, proven experience, and a steadfast commitment to preventing and finding solutions to homelessness.
Most of the core service partners are presently providing mobile services at locations throughout the county, and have the experience, culture, and staff to ensure a positive outcome for Concord’s Mobile Dignity Center.
A. Mobile Dignity Center and Partners (in alpha order)
CAMINAR
Contact: Lynna Magnuson and La Tanya Johnson
Lead agency operating the Concord Mobile Dignity Center, as well as provider of Housing Navigation Case Management Services under separate City of Concord grant. Caminar will be entering all services received into HMIS.
Concord First Christian Church
Contact: Leslie Taylor
Non-denominational Wellness Services
Contra Costa County Connection
Contact: Andy Smith
Provide bus passes for transportation to the MDC and appointments
Contra Costa County
Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) Navigators Contact: Bhupinder Singh
Navigation services to county, state, and federal programs, workforce development, other connections
CORE
Contact: Fadi Elhayek
Concord outreach and referral organization for unhoused people
Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa
Contacts: Janette Kennedy, Joleen
Lafayette
Provider of hot nutritious food, grab & go food to the Mobile Dignity Centers
RotaCare Concord
Free Clinic
ic Contact: Jennifer
Turner
Outpatient mobile medical clinic sponsored by Rotary Club. Will provide medical services for Mobile Dignity Centers that exceed the requirements in the RFP
White Pony Express
Eve Birge
Provider of food for meals to Loaves and Fishes, Provider of in-kind shelf-stable food for Concord Mobile Dignity Center meals and provides access to WPE daily local food rescues; provider of non-refrigerated van to assist with mobility and logistics for program
Caminar LFCC ROTACARE WHITE PONY Concord FCC TOTALS
START UP COSTS Lead Food Medical Food Location
Vehicle Acquisition
Vehicle and buildout 180,000.00$ $90,000.00 270,000.00$ Ins. & License 25,000.00$ $5,000.00 30,000.00$
Branding/Signage 5,000.00$ $5,000.00 10,000.00$ TOTAL Vehicle Acquisistion -$ 210,000.00$ -$ 100,000.00$ -$ 310,000.00$ Capacity Upgrade Needs
Walk-in refrigerator 65,000.00$ 65,000.00$
Walk In: Electrical and plumbing and
permitting 5,000.00$ 5,000.00$
Walk In: Racks 2,800.00$ 2,800.00$
Staff/food/supplies -$
TOTAL Expansion Needs -$ 72,800.00$ $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 72,800.00$ Equipment and Supplies
Sanitation 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$
Project Supplies
(tables/chairs/canopies/signage) 6,000.00$ 6,000.00$ Office Supplies 400.00$ 400.00$
Technology 2,500.00$ 2,500.00$
Clothing 1,200.00$ 1,200.00$
TOTAL Equip. & Supplies 11,100.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 11,100.00$ Legal & Administrative
Admin 8,000.00$ 8,000.00$
Legal/Permits 3,500.00$ 3,500.00$
Software/mgt systems (tracking,
scheduling, reporting) 200.00$ 200.00$
Outreach Materials 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$
TOTAL Legal & Admin 4,700.00$ 8,000.00$ -$ -$ -$ 12,700.00$ Admin (Caminar) 10% 1,580.00$ 29,080.00$ -$ 10,000.00$ -$ 40,660.00$ TOTAL STARTUP COSTS $17,380.00 $319,880.00 $0.00 $110,000.00 $0.00 447,260.00$ Partner Caminar LFCC ROTOCARE WPE Concord FCC
PROGRAM DELIVERY - ongoing
Personnel - Annualized
Clinic and RBA Administration $14,957.00 14,957.00$
Program Manager (0.75 FTE) 66,939.60$ 66,939.60$ Navigator/Case Manager (1 FTE) 72,072.00$ 72,072.00$ Lived Experience Specialist (0.23 FTE) 13,104.00$
Lived Experience Specialist (0.23 FTE) 13,104.00$
Staff Salaries (drivers, social workers,
food service staff, etc) incl taxes 24,960.00$ 24,960.00$ Staff Salaries (Kitchen Staff) Incl taxes 31,200.00$ 31,200.00$ Volunteer Coordinator, Program
Manager, Dispatcher, Drivers $35,000.00 35,000.00$
Tax and Benefit (Full Time) 27% 37,533.13$ 6,062.00$ $4,511.00 48,106.13$ Tax (Part Time) 10% 2,620.80$
TOTAL Personnel 205,373.53$ 62,222.00$ $19,468.00 $35,000.00 322,063.53$ Vehicle Expenses
Gas Fuel Costs 3,120.00$ 6,300.00$ $405.00 $7,000.00 16,825.00$ Vehicle Maintenance 4,000.00$ 4,800.00$ $1,620.00 $4,000.00 14,420.00$ Insurance/DMV 4,000.00$ 6,000.00$ $1,701.00 $7,000.00 18,701.00$ Comissary parking 12,000.00$ 12,000.00$
TOTAL FUEL & Maintenance 11,120.00$ 29,100.00$ $3,726.00 $18,000.00 61,946.00$
CLIENT RELATED EXPENSES
Meal Supplies/Food 1,200.00$ 19,000.00$ 20,200.00$ Bottled Water (ongoing) (2000 yr 2) 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ Warehouse Supplies $5,000.00 5,000.00$
Laundry Services 4,800.00$ 4,800.00$
MDC Meal Supplies 1,200.00$ 2,080.00$ 3,280.00$ Pharmaceuticals $100.00 100.00$
Medical Supplies $1,080.00 1,080.00$
Laboratory Services $270.00 270.00$
Shower Supplies 4,000.00$ 4,000.00$
Cleaning Supplies 1,200.00$ 1,200.00$
Hotel 73,000.00$ 73,000.00$
Site Attendents 45,000.00$ 45,000.00$
Client Transportation 2,028.47$ 2,028.47$
Wellness Personnel $6,000.00 6,000.00$
TOTAL Program Supplies 133,428.47$ 21,080.00$ $1,450.00 $5,000.00 $6,000.00 166,958.47$ Partner Caminar LFCC ROTOCARE WPE Concord FCC
Technology and Communication
Phone Service 1,200.00$ $459.00 1,659.00$
Software subscriptions 600.00$ 600.00$
Mobile Wifi Service/Internet 600.00$ $675.00 1,275.00$ Email Service $81.00 81.00$
IT & Database Support $149.00 $5,000.00 5,149.00$
Total Tech and Comm 2,400.00$ -$ $1,364.00 $5,000.00 8,764.00$ Administration & Overhead
Office Supplies 1,200.00$ $405.00 1,605.00$ Insurance/license 3,900.00$ $662.00 4,562.00$ Resources, educational materials, fliers $5,000.00 5,000.00$ Rent -$
Utilities -$
Equipment Maintenance -$
Professional Fees -$
Medical Services (lab, xray, diabetic) -$
Pharmacy -$
Medical Equipment -$
Volunteer Meals $351.00 351.00$
Health Education and event -$
PO Box 450.00$ 450.00$
Total Admin & Overhead 5,550.00$ -$ $1,418.00 $5,000.00 $0.00 11,968.00$ Admin (Caminar) 10% 35,787.20$ 11,240.20$ 2,742.60$ 6,800.00$ 600.00$ 57,170.00$
Total ANNUAL Ongoing Delivery Costs 393,659.20$ 123,642.20$ 30,168.60$ 74,800.00$ 6,600.00$ 628,870.00$ PROJECT DELIVERY 2 YEARS 787,318.40$ 247,284.40$ $60,337.20 $149,600.00 $13,200.00 1,257,740.00$ TOTAL Budget Per Partner - Start Up and 2 years of operation 804,698.40$ 567,164.40$ 60,337.20$ 259,600.00$ 13,200.00$ 1,705,000.00$
Staff Report
Date: June 3, 2025
To: City Council
From: Valerie J. Barone, City Manager
Reviewed by: Jasmin Loi, Director of Human Resources
Prepared by: James Peavey, Human Resources Manager
[email protected]
(925) 671-3397
Subject: Public Hearing pursuant to Government Code Section 3502.3 to receive a report on the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts.
Report in Brief
In compliance with Government Code Section 3502.3, during a public hearing before its governing board,1 a public agency shall present the status of its vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts,2 and identify any necessary changes to its policies, procedures, and recruitment activities, if appropriate, to remove obstacles to the hiring process.
Recommended Action
Receive the informational report.
Background
In compliance with state law,3 the City of Concord (“City”) must do the following:
• At least once each fiscal year, at a public hearing before the Council, the public agency (i.e., City staff) shall present information regarding the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts.4 City staff is also required to identify any necessary changes to policies, procedures, and recruitment activities necessary to remove obstacles from the hiring process.5 If the Council adopts an 1 Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(3)
2 Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(1)
3 Gov. Code § 3502.3
4 Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(1)
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annual or multi-year budget during the fiscal year, this presentation must occur prior to the Council’s adoption of the budget for the City.6 This agenda meets this requirement.
• Allow the recognized employee organization for each bargaining unit at the City to make a presentation during the public hearing concerning vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts. Representatives of each bargaining group have been notified of this opportunity.
• If vacancies within a single bargaining unit meet or exceed 20% of authorized full-time positions in that bargaining unit, the City must provide additional information during the public hearing, including the following: (1) the total number of vacancies; (2) the number of applicants; (3) the average time to fill positions; and (4) opportunities to improve compensation and working conditions for employees in the bargaining unit.7 These regulations do not apply, as the City’s vacancy rate for each bargaining group is well below 20%.
Analysis
As of May 5, 2025, the City’s vacancy rate citywide is 9.8%. The table below shows position count and vacancy rate, by bargaining unit and citywide:8 5 Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(3)
6 Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(2)
7 Gov. Code § 3502.3(c)
8 As of May 5, 2025.
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Unit9 Position Count Vacant
Positions
Total
Vacancy
Rate as of
May 5, 2025
Teamsters Local 85610 159 13 8.1%
Office and Professional Employees
International Union, Local 29 41 5 12.2%
Concord Police Association
Managers' Representation Unit 9 0 0%
Concord Police Association 130 15 11.5%
Executive Management,11 and
Managers 66 8 12.2%
Confidential 9 0 0%
Citywide – All Budgeted Positions 41812 41 9.8%
Vacancies
Vacancies occur for a variety of reasons, including an employee’s separation from the City (e.g., retirement; resignation; involuntary termination; transfer, promotion or demotion to a new job; and the addition of newly budgeted positions). The City places a high priority on filling these vacancies with top quality candidates in a timely and efficient manner. This allows the City to meet its mission statement of providing responsive, cost-effective and innovative local government services. For this reason, the City strives to maintain a consistently low vacancy rate.
Vacancy rates change throughout the year. From July 1, 2024, through May 5, 2025, the average Citywide vacancy rate was 8.52%.
9 “Unit” as defined/identified in the City Salary Schedule. 10 Includes the following units: (1) Administrative, Technical & Clerical Representation Unit and (2) Field & Operations.
11 Includes the following units: (1) Executive Contract, (2) Executive Management, and (3) Chief. 12 This number includes three contract positions and one City Treasurer which are not included in the position count for any unit.
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Recruitment and Retention Efforts
The City understands recruitment and retention is a holistic function that involves identifying the needs of the City, attracting candidates who are well-equipped to meet those needs and are well-aligned to City’s mission, vision and values, and then to engage and retain those employees.
Per policy,13 the City seeks to recruit and retain a highly qualified, performance oriented and motivated workforce by offering its regular full-time employees competitive wages and generous benefits, such as:14
• Health, dental, optical: City employees have access to a variety of health plans to support their, and their families’, physical, and mental well-being. • Paid time off: City employees earn paid time each pay period (e.g., vacation, sick, etc.).
• Tuition and training: City employees are eligible for tuition and training reimbursement to help support their career growth. The City also offers a robust internal organizational and training program for its employees. • Short and Long-Term Disability: City employees have peace of mind in case of catastrophic injury as they are covered for short- and long-term disability. • Work Schedule Flexibility: Many positions in the City are eligible for hybrid and/or alternative work schedules.
• Retirement: City employees are eligible for enrollment in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System, a defined benefit pension plan. Defined benefit plans provide a guaranteed retirement income once an employee meets the minimum age and service requirements established by the plan; a retired employee will receive a monthly pension payment for the remainder of his/her life. The City also offers each employee the ability to participate in 401 and 457 savings plans.
The City is not currently proposing any changes to its policies, procedures, and recruitment activities because we focus on this throughout the year and make changes when obstacles are identified. Staff has highlighted below three activities that are implemented throughout the year.
• With each recruitment, City staff work collaboratively with hiring managers to review and, if needed, update classification specifications to ensure the competencies and minimum qualifications of the job are appropriately reflected.
Doing so ensures the City is recruiting the appropriate candidates for the position, and can remove any false barrier(s), such as a requirement that does 13 Policy & Procedure 37.3 Recruitment Incentives.
14 Specific City employee benefits vary by classification, bargaining group, pay/leave status, etc.
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not truly measure a candidate’s competency to do the job or is no longer an industry standard.
• City staff closely monitor recruitment best practices, including trends in advertising, and artificial intelligence, to create the most effective recruitment possible. The department also partners with local community colleges and school districts to provide learning and development opportunities to future candidates, as well as develop future hire pipelines.
• The City Manager and Human Resources Director monitor vacancies for all Departments in the City on a monthly basis. When spikes in vacancies are predicted or observed, they work together with the impacted Department to develop a plan to address the vacancies. As was done successfully for both the Police Department and the Public Works Department, which experienced spikes in vacancies a few years back.
Currently two of the City’s represented units, Concord Police Association and Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 29, have vacancies above 10%, as does the Executives and Managers non-represented employee units.
Recruiting for Police Officers is challenging throughout the State, including in Concord.
However, the City has been very proactive and seen reasonably low vacancy rates (below 10%) over the last two years. Recently 6 promotions from this unit into the Concord Police Association Managers Unit occurred, and this spiked the vacancy rate.
The City continues to focus on filling these vacancies; an additional four Police Officer Trainees graduate from the Police Academy on May 30, 2025, with five more anticipated to graduate in October 2025. The unit has a 6% raise scheduled for July 2025, and has a hiring bonus program in place.
OPEIU Local 29 represents most of the City’s professional staff, including engineers, planners, and Information Technology professionals. The current market is very competitive for these types of positions. The vacancy rate has fluctuated between 7.3% and 12.2% since January 2025. This fluctuation is due to recent personnel changes such as recent separations and promotions. Due to a relatively smaller number of positions in this unit, each single vacancy impacts the vacancy rate significantly, however HR staff anticipate this higher than desired vacancy rate will be lowered within the next six months, or so, as the result of current recruitments.
The current combined vacancy rate in the Executives and Managers units is reflective of Manager unit vacancies, as all 10 Executive unit positions are currently filled. The vacancy rate in this unit is currently higher than usual as a result of recent retirements and other separations. Similarly to OPEIU Local 29, due to the relatively small number of positions in the Executive and Management units, each vacancy impacts the rate significantly. HR staff are actively recruiting for these positions and anticipate the rate to
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drop to 10.6% in late June with hiring of a new Management employee, and to below 10% within the next three months.
Financial Impact
There is not a financial impact from this report.
Environmental Determination
The California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) does not apply to the recommended action in this report as the action does not constitute a project under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378.
Public Contact
The City Council Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website as required by state law, and the recognized employee organizations for each bargaining unit at the City were provided with written notice as required by state law.
Staff Report
Date: June 3, 2025
To: City Council
From: Valerie J. Barone, City Manager
Reviewed by: Mindy Gentry, Director of Community Development Aaron Sage, Planning Manager
Prepared by: Meredith Rupp, Principal Planner
[email protected]
(925) 603-5890
Subject: Considering the following actions:
1. Introduction of an Ordinance amending Concord Municipal Code, Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section
5.90.010 (Definitions); Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapter 12.50 (Vendors); and Title 18
(Development Code), Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and
18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites), and adding Title 12, Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending), by reading of the title only and waving further reading. (PL25029 – MC); and
2. Adoption of a Resolution establishing sidewalk vending license fees and fines by amending Exhibit A to Resolution No. 78-6042 establishing fees and charges for various municipal services in the City of Concord.
CEQA: Not a “project”/exempt pursuant to Public Resources Code 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c),
15061(b)(3), 15273, and/or 15378.
Report in Brief
The Concord Municipal Code (“CMC”) currently prohibits all sidewalk vending within the City of Concord (“City”). Recent state legislation made citywide prohibitions on sidewalk vending illegal, but authorized cities to regulate the time, place, and manner of sidewalk
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vending and to require permitting.1 To comply with state law while addressing impacts related to an increase in sidewalk vending throughout the City, the City Council (“Council”) identified the adoption and implementation of sidewalk vending regulations as a Tier 22 goal for this fiscal year.
On January 28, 2025, the Council reviewed staff’s work plan for accomplishing the Tier 2 goal and directed staff to prepare amendments to the City’s vending regulations to establish a sidewalk vending ordinance and to ensure consistency and clarity across all vending provisions in the City’s municipal code.
Staff proposes amending multiple sections of the City’s municipal code, as follows:
• CMC Title 12 (Street, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places) by adding Chapter
12.55 (Sidewalk Vending) to address new sidewalk vending requirements and modify existing vending requirements in Chapter 12.50 (Vendors) for clarity and consistency;
• CMC Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section 5.90.010 (Definitions) for clarification and consistency with the proposed Title 12 amendments; and • Title 18 (Development Code), Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites) for clarification and consistency with the proposed Title 12 amendments.
In addition, staff recommends establishing a vendor license fee to directly recover the costs of processing applications for a vending license and establishing fines for violating the license terms and operating without a license.
Recommended Action
1. Introduce an Ordinance amending Concord Municipal Code Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section 5.90.010 (Definitions); Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapter 12.50 (Vendors); and Title 18 (Development Code), Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites), and adding Title 12, Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending), by reading of the title only and waving further reading (PL25029 – MC). (Attachment 1)
2. Adopt a Resolution establishing sidewalk vending license fees and fines by amending Exhibit A to Resolution No. 78-6042 establishing fees and charges for various municipal services in the City of Concord. (Attachment 2). 1 Senate Bill (“SB”) 946, the Safe Sidewalk Vending Act, effective January 1, 2019, and SB 972, effective January 1, 2023.
2 A Tier 2 goal is a goal important to the Council that staff is directed to work on should staffing and financial resources allow. This contrasts with a Tier 1 goal, which is a goal staff is directed to prioritize even if resources need to be reallocated to do so.
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Background
Sidewalk Vending
The state legislature passed Senate Bill (“SB”) 946 in 2018 and SB 972 in 2022, decriminalizing and authorizing sidewalk vending statewide while also limiting local governmental regulation of sidewalk vending (Attachment 6).3 The State adopted these new laws to support economic development opportunities for low-income and immigrant communities and the legislature intentionally constrained what aspects of sidewalk vending jurisdictions may regulate. State law allows local governments to restrict the time, place, and manner of sidewalk vending only as necessary to address objective public health, safety, and welfare standards. Notably, the state does not allow cities to consider community sentiment or the economic impact of sidewalk vendors on brick and motor businesses as a reason for regulating sidewalk vending.
State law defines a sidewalk vendor as “a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one’s person, upon a public sidewalk or other [public] pedestrian path.” Sidewalk vending can be done from a fixed location, known as stationary sidewalk vending, or from place to place with stops made only to make a sale, known as roaming sidewalk vending.
Certain provisions of state law apply differently to stationary versus roaming sidewalk vendors (discussed in the analysis section of this report).
State law also:
• Provides protections for sidewalk vendors, such as prohibiting criminal penalties for noncompliance and requiring jurisdictions to consider a violator’s ability to pay when assessing administrative fines for violations;
• Requires accepting alternative sources of personal identification information other than a social security number; and
• Revises food safety requirements for “compact mobile food operations” (CMFOs)4, such as allowing home-based food preparation of the products sold through sidewalk vending (whereas normally a full commercial kitchen is required for such activities) and exempting eligible CMFOs from otherwise applicable health and safety standards.5
3 Government Code Sections 51036-51039 and the California Retail Food Code 4 A mobile food facility that operates from an individual or from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance conducting limited food preparation. 5 CMFOs must be 25 square feet or less of display area and sell only prepackaged, “non-potentially hazardous” foods or whole uncooked produce to be eligible. Eligible CMFOs do not need a Contra Costa County Health Permit and are subject to more flexible standards on accessing handwashing and restroom facilities when operated by more than one person.
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The City’s current vending ordinances do not allow sidewalk vending and are inconsistent with state law; therefore, those portions of the CMC related to sidewalk vending on public property are unenforceable. Currently there are three vendors that have obtained a business license to operate as sidewalk vendors.6 Food Truck Vending
Food truck vending (i.e., vending from a motor vehicle or trailer, either in the public right-of-way or on private property) is subject to different regulations than sidewalk vending. Cities may regulate the time, place, and manner of vending from motor vehicles on public streets, within public parking lots and on private property. It is worth noting that the California Vehicle Code treats ice cream trucks differently from other food trucks, and they are required to meet certain public safety provisions. Jurisdictions are allowed time, place, manner control of their operations; however, jurisdictions cannot prohibit their operations in residential districts.
There are currently five food trucks operating with a City-issued vendor permit in the City, four on private property7 and one in the public right-of-way adjacent to the Solano Flea Market (see Attachment 7).
Vending Impacts and Council Response
Due to the recent changes to state law, the City has experienced an increase in sidewalk vending and food trucks operating without required permits. Consequently, the Concord Police Department (“CPD”) and Conta Costa County Environmental Health Division (“CC Health”) have received complaints about potential health impacts due to the lack of CC Health permits, impacts on residential neighborhoods, reduced access to businesses, debris in public parks and on private property, and other negative impacts to the public health, safety, and welfare.
In light of the above impacts and state legislation, Council identified the development of enforceable sidewalk vending regulations as a Tier 2 goal for Fiscal Year 2024-2025:
The Council would like to adopt and implement sidewalk vending regulations that comply with new state regulations and achieve the Council’s quality of life goals by June 30, 2025.
On January 28, 20258, staff presented a workplan to Council to achieve this Tier 2 goal.
The workplan included tasks to review existing conditions and best practices, and to use this research to inform regulatory changes. The workplan also stipulated that existing 6 In absence of a local sidewalk vending ordinance, the City may only require a business license for sidewalk vendors and these three vendors are therefore legally operating. If the ordinance is adopted by the City Council, they will be notified of and be required to comply with any new sidewalk vending requirements, including obtaining a sidewalk vending license .
7 Two food trucks are approved to operate at the same location. 8 https://stream.ci.concord.ca.us/OnBaseAgendaOnline/Meetings/ViewMeeting?id=1197&doctype=1
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mobile vending ordinances, including food truck regulations, would need to be updated to be consistent with the new sidewalk vending ordinance. Council directed staff to move forward with the workplan.
Existing Regulations
City of Concord Regulations
The City currently regulates mobile vending in CMC Chapter 12.50 (Vendors), Chapter
4.05 (Conduct in Park and Recreation Areas), and Section 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites), as well as through other regulatory mechanisms like special event permits and exclusive concessionaire and vendor contracts. The applicable regulations depend on the type and location of the vending. Attachment 8 summarizes the various types of vending and whether local enforceable regulations currently exist.
The Council-approved workplan included clean up code amendments to create additional clarity and consistency across the CMC. Vending at special events like swim meets or farmer’s markets are already effectively managed and regulated by existing policies, procedures, and/or contracts. Consistent with the Council-approved workplan, these special vending situations are not included in the proposed amendments.
Contra Costa County Regulations
Food vendors operating in Contra Costa County, whether on public or private property, require a Mobile Food Facility (“MFF”) health permit from CC Health with one exception.
Pursuant to SB 972, eligible CMFOs are exempt from MFF health permits. A CMFO is a small, unenclosed, nonmotorized facility that sells whole fruits or vegetables or prepackaged food/beverages. CMFOs must meet certain regulations, such as using a commissary for prepared foods, access to toilet and a hand washing station, cannot barbecue, and must receive confirmation from the County that they are exempt (see Attachment 9).
The penalty for food vendors operating without a valid health permit is a fine up to three times the cost of the permit fee9, closure of the food facility, and other administrative actions as permitted by state law. Only CC Health can issue this fine. County Health inspectors also have the authority to confiscate equipment and destroy unsafe food.
Pursuant to state law, CPD does not have this authority.
Planning Commission Recommendation
Pursuant to CMC Chapter 18.455, the Planning Commission (“Commission”) is required to make a recommendation to the City Council regarding any amendment to the Development Code; some of the proposed amendments before Council with this agenda item are contained within the Development Code. Specifically, the amendments 9 MFF permit fees for push carts are $183 per cart for one to four carts, $150 per cart for five to ten carts, and $137 per cart for more than ten carts. Fees for other MFFs range from $454 to $896 depending on the facility type. For further details, see CC Health’s “Retail Food Permit Fee Schedule,” page 2, under “Mobile Food Facilities.”
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to certain definitions and provisions for Food Vendor Group Sites located on private property rather than in the public right-of-way or public parks10 are part of the development code and were reviewed by the Planning Commission.
On April 2, 2025, the Commission held a public hearing relating to the proposed Development Code amendments. The Commission was supportive of vending rules that would safeguard the public health, safety, and welfare, and unanimously adopted Resolution 25-05PC recommending the Council approve the Ordinance amending the Development Code.
Analysis
In order to promote public health, safety, and welfare; achieve the Council’s Tier 2 goal; and comply with state law, staff proposes the Municipal Code amendments described below and summarized in Table 1. Attachment 1, Exhibits A, B and C show clean versions of the amendments to CMC Section 5.90.010 (Definitions), Chapter 12.50 (Vendors), and Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites), and the new Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending). Attachments 3, 4 and 5 show the redline versions of the amendments.
Table 1: Summary of Proposed Vending Ordinances
Vending Type
Stationary non-
motorized (e.g.,
carts)
Roaming non-
motorized (e.g.,
carts)
Motorized (e.g.,
food trucks)
Public
Sidewalks
and Paths
Prohibited
• Residential
neighborhoods
Allowed
• Non-residential
neighborhoods:
as specified in
vendor license.
Hours will be no
more restrictive
than for businesses
on same street*
Allowed
• Residential
neighborhoods:
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.*
• Non-residential
neighborhoods:
as specified in
vendor license.
Hours will be no
more restrictive
than for
businesses on
same street*
Prohibited
10 Food Vendor Group Sites allow food trucks or non-motorized vending carts to operate on non-residential parcels with approval of a Planning permit. The vending operations on these sites are treated as a land use and these permits do not expire.
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Vending Type
Stationary non-
motorized (e.g.,
carts)
Roaming non-
motorized (e.g.,
carts)
Motorized (e.g.,
food trucks)
Roadways Prohibited Allowed
• On non-
residential
streets outside
of Downtown**
• Solano Flea
Market (limit 5)**
• Ice cream trucks
on residential
streets
Prohibited
• Adjacent to
parks, unless
City allows
City Parks Prohibited
• Parks with
exclusive
concessionaire
agreement
Allowed
• All other parks
when open to the
public*
Allowed
• When park is
open to public*
Allowed
• In parking lot
only with
concession
license or
approved facility
use permit
Special
Events (e.g.,
Farmer’s
Market)
Allowed
• With special event permit under CMC §18.200.200, or other City approval
• Individuals or groups may host vendors at community events or fundraisers without a vendor license up to three times per year Prohibited
• Sidewalk vending is prohibited within 500 feet of farmers’ market and other special events
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Vending Type
Stationary non-
motorized (e.g.,
carts)
Roaming non-
motorized (e.g.,
carts)
Motorized (e.g.,
food trucks)
Construction
Sites
Allowed
• On-site (private property) for up to one hour at a time between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. without a vendor license
Other Private
Property
Allowed in designated non-residential zones with a permit from the Planning Division.
* With a vendor license and subject to CMC Chapter 12.55 restrictions. ** With a vendor license and subject to restrictions in CMC §12.50.030.
Section 5.90.010 (Definitions)
The amendments to this section within the business license regulations for “solicitors and peddlers” include expanding the definition of “peddler” to clarify that sidewalk vendors are not included and are regulated under Chapter 12.55 (Attachment 1, Exhibit A).
Chapter 12.50 (Vendors)
Chapter 12.50 (Vendors) currently regulates motorized and non-motorized vending on streets, construction sites, City parks and other facilities, and community/special events.
This chapter also prohibits sidewalk vending, which as previously discussed, is inconsistent with state law. The proposed amendments to Chapter 12.50 (Attachment 1, Exhibit B) generally maintain these vending types while revising and clarifying various regulations to facilitate implementation and enforcement, and referring to the newly- added Chapter 12.55 for sidewalk vending regulations. The proposed amendments are summarized in Table 2 below.
Table 2: CMC Chapter 12.50 Amendments
Proposed Amendment Reasoning
Use “vendor license” instead of
“vendor permit” for both motorized
and non-motorized vending
A “license” is temporary, whereas “permit”
implies a permanent land use entitlement.
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Proposed Amendment Reasoning
§12.50.030(a)(1) – Construction
Sites: Allow motorized and non-
motorized vending at these sites
without a license or permit, subject to
restrictions including maximum time
per site (60 minutes) and hours of
operation (7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.,
Monday-Friday).
Unlike other vending types, the City has not
received substantial quality of life or safety
complaints regarding this vending type.
License is not necessary given clear operating
conditions that facilitate enforcement.
§12.50.030(b) – Public Streets:
Remove list of specific streets where
stationary motorized vending is
prohibited (currently in
§12.50.030(d)) and instead provide
objective operational standards for
such vending. Motorized vending
would still be prohibited in or
adjacent to residential districts
(except for ice cream trucks; see
below), in the Downtown, and when
staff determines the vending would
negatively affect vehicular or
pedestrian safety.
Proposed standards ensure vehicular and
pedestrian safety while still giving staff
discretion to determine impacts on a case-by-
case basis. References to traffic volumes have
been removed as the Transportation Division
no longer utilizes a traffic volume standard for
this type of review.
§12.50.030(b)(8) – City Parks:
Prohibit motorized vending on
streets adjacent to a City park,
unless authorized by the City.
City has received quality of life complaints
about vending in and around parks,
particularly in residential neighborhoods. This
prohibition addresses this feedback by
creating a more clear, enforceable standard.11
§12.50.030(c) – “Special Vendor”
Exceptions: Allow ice cream trucks
and up to five motorized vendors
adjacent to the Solano Flea Market.
Staff has not received quality of life or safety
complaints for these vendor types, which have
operated in the City for many years.
11 Most vendors that residents are complaining about, such as those near Meadow Homes Park, are already operating without a City planning permit, which is required, and can be cited.
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Proposed Amendment Reasoning
§12.50.030(c)(3) – Community
Events: Clarify that vending at
“community and neighborhood
events and fundraisers” is allowed
up to three times per year without a
vendor license.
The Planning Commission raised concerns
that overly restrictive requirements could
prohibit community-building events like block
parties and neighborhood fundraisers. This
provision allows such events on a limited
basis.
§12.50.040 – Application and
Licensing Procedures: Create a
new section for these procedures
(for both motorized and non-
motorized vendors) and simplify the
suspension/revocation procedures.
Facilitate implementation and
enforcement by allowing denial of
licenses based on delinquency of
fees, requiring a state seller’s permit,
and other similar provisions.
Increase readability, ensure language is
consistent with Chapter 12.55 sidewalk
vending ordinance, and reduce barriers for
enforcement and implementation.
§12.50.050 – Operating
Regulations: Create a new section
for operating requirements and
clarify prohibited items (e.g., alcohol
and tobacco) and other standards
(e.g., health and safety codes).
Increase readability, ensure language is
consistent with Chapter 12.55 sidewalk
vending ordinance, and reduce barriers for
enforcement and implementation.
§12.50.060 – Exemptions: Exempt
sidewalk vending from Chapter
12.50 and clarify other exemptions
including sidewalk cafes, vending at
City parks, and other special
circumstances.
Sidewalk vending is addressed in Chapter
12.55, and other exemptions are not currently
listed in one place. Staff proposes maintaining
current exemptions because existing
procedures and standards for these vending
types are clear and working effectively.
§12.50.070 – Procedures and
Guidelines: This new section grants
the City Manager authority to create
procedures and guidelines to aid in
implementation of CMC Chapter
12.50. Given the mobile nature of both motorized and
non-motorized food vendors and ongoing
challenges with enforcement, this provision
would provide flexibility to adjust
implementation to respond to evolving
circumstances.
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Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending)
Chapter 12.55 would establish a local licensing process for sidewalk vending and establish parameters for the time, place, and manner of sidewalk vending in Concord (Attachment 1, Exhibit B). The proposed provisions reflect a collaborative staff effort between all involved City departments and consultation with County Health Department staff. Staff also reviewed other sidewalk vending ordinances.
Application Procedure
As proposed in CMC Section 12.55.040 (License Required), sidewalk vendors would need to submit a Sidewalk Vending License application to the Planning Division, along with documentation of a state seller’s permit, CC Health permit (if applicable), and evidence that the vendor has applied for a Concord business license. Under state law and the proposed amendments, anyone who sells or distributes food or merchandise from a non-motorized conveyance (e.g., cart, wagon) on a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or other public right-of-way available to pedestrians is a sidewalk vendor.
In addition to collecting basic information about the vendor and the vending operations, the application would include a non-refundable application fee, acknowledgement to comply with generally applicable laws, and proof of liability insurance. Sidewalk vendors would also have to enter into a hold harmless agreement releasing the City of all liability in the event of an accident or injury resulting from the sidewalk vendor’s location or operations.
The Sidewalk Vending License would be valid for one year and could be renewed annually for up to one year, at the City’s discretion.
Time, Place, and Manner Restrictions
Consistent with state law, the proposed CMC amendments are directly related to addressing objective health, safety, and welfare concerns and/or ensuring the ability of the public to enjoy natural resources and recreational opportunities in public parks.
Because unforeseen issues may develop, particularly in an evolving landscape of sidewalk vending, it is proposed the City Manager have the authority to promulgate additional regulations, procedures, and guidelines as necessary and in conformance with state law. An overview of the CMC amendments related to time, place, and manner controls is provided directly below.
1. Time.
Per CMC Section 12.55.110(y), sidewalk vending would be restricted depending on the location, as follows:
• Residential areas12: roaming sidewalk vending would be permitted between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Stationary sidewalk vending is prohibited. 12 Areas zoned Rural Residential (RR), Residential Single-Family (RS), Residential Low Density (RL), Residential Medium Density (RM), and Residential High Density (RH).
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• Non-residential areas: sidewalk vending would be permitted during the hours specified in the Sidewalk Vending License, which would be determined based on the hours of operation of nearby businesses, consistent with state law. • Parks: permitted during the hours parks are open to the public.
2. Place.
CMC Section 12.55.100 (Locations Where Vending Prohibited) establishes restrictions on where vendors may operate. As allowed for by state law, stationary sidewalk vending would be prohibited in residential areas and in parks that have an exclusive concessionaire agreement.13 Staff also proposes utilizing provisions of state law to prohibit sidewalk vendors within 500 feet of a permitted certified farmers’ market, a permitted swap meet, or any area subject to a temporary use permit or special event permit, during the time of the activity allowed under the temporary use permit or special event permit.
Additionally, the following restrictions are proposed:
• To ensure the safe and enjoyable public use of parks, natural resources, and recreational facilities, and based on feedback about current disruptions in public parks, prohibit vending:
o Within 50 feet of any playground, sports facility, athletic field, fountain, statue, monument, art installation, or park restrooms; and o Within 25 feet of any park benches, picnic areas, or park furniture. • To protect the scenic and natural character of public parks and public rights- of-way, prohibit vending in landscaped areas and areas lacking paved pathways for travel.
• To ensure the safe circulation of pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, and vehicles, vending would be prohibited:
o In bike trails, roadways, median strips, and dividing sections; o Within 100 feet of a freeway ramp;
o Within 15 feet of a driveway;
o In public parking spaces and City-owned parking lots; o Within 25 feet of a street corner, traffic signal, any curb control, a bus stop or bench, the entrance or exit of any building, or stationary sidewalk vendor; and
13 The Recreation Services Department intends to seek a concessionaire for Willow Pass Park and hopes to have an exclusive concessionaire agreement in place by the end of the year should they find an agreeable response to their request for proposals.
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o Any other location that would impede the flow of vehicular traffic. • Vending within certain distances of essential structures or facilities that serve the public, like ATMs, public benches, fire hydrants, utility meters or poles, outdoor dining areas, schools, and first responders who are actively performing services.
3. Manner.
Staff proposes the following restrictions in CMC Section 12.55.110 (Operational Requirements) to protect public health, safety, and welfare; avoid obstruction of the public right of way or damage to public property; and ensure public enjoyment of parks and recreation facilities:
• Prohibit sidewalk vendors from storing or placing materials on public or private property, like the ground, benches, or utility boxes, and limit cart size dimensions. • Ensure sidewalk vendors maintain a minimum four-foot clearance on all sidewalks or pedestrian areas as required by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Require sidewalk vendors to have their own trash receptable for customers and that vending areas are kept clean.
• Require sidewalk vendors to carry and display all required permits or licenses, including applicable CC Health permits.
• Ensure vendors comply with applicable federal, state, County, and local regulations and prohibit vendors from vending certain goods (e.g., cannabis, prescription drugs, stolen merchandise, weapons, live animals). • Ensure carts are not left unattended, chained to any building or structure, or stored on public property.
• Prohibit the use of open flames and ensure compliance with standards for the safe handling of cooking equipment.
• Prohibit vendors from vending out of parked vehicles or to customers in vehicles. • Prohibit the use of devices that create loud noises or amplified sound. • Require vendors operating after daylight hours to provide adequate lighting. • Ensure stationary sidewalk vendors that sell food operate within 200 feet of a functioning and readily available toilet and handwashing facility, consistent with Health and Safety Code Section 114368.7.
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Enforcement
Consistent with the Council-approved workplan, staff will create flyers in English and Spanish to educate vendors on the new requirements and how to apply for a license.
Planning staff will also present the new ordinances and procedures to all involved City departments, County staff, and appropriate non-profits, so that all are aware of the updated rules.
The Concord Police Department, working through their officers and code enforcement staff, in partnership with CC Health, will be responsible for enforcement of the sidewalk vending ordinance upon its effective date. SB 946 limits local jurisdictions’ enforcement mechanisms, specifying that administrative citations and fines (rather than criminal penalties) must be used for violations. Table 3 illustrates the allowable fines identified in state law which are reflected in CMC Section 12.55.120 (Violations – penalties).
Table 3: Sidewalk Vending Citations
Vending Without a
Sidewalk Vendor
License
Violation of Other
Sidewalk Vending
Requirements
First Violation $250 $100
Second Violation (within
one year of the first
violation)
$500 $200
Third Violation (within one
year of the first violation)
$1,000 $500
Fourth or Subsequent
Violation (within one year of
the first violation)
$1,000 License revocation
Pursuant to state law, CMC Section 12.55.130 provides that the City, when assessing the above citation amounts, must take into consideration the person’s ability to pay the fine, notify them of their right to request an ability-to-pay determination, and make available instructions or other materials for requesting such a determination.
Additionally, the City will limit the total fine to 20 percent of the otherwise applicable total when it determines a violator is unable to pay, and may grant additional relief including allowing community service in lieu of payment, or a full or partial waiver of fines, if the requestor:
a) is receiving Supplemental Security Income, Medi-Cal, unemployment compensation, or other public benefits specified in Government Code Section 68632(a); or
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b) has a monthly income that is 200 percent or less of the current federal poverty guidelines14
CMC Section 12.55.070 (License Suspension or Revocation) outlines the reasons a sidewalk vendor’s license may be suspended or revoked, including failure to pay previous business license fees, administrative citations, or fines, or otherwise complete an alternative disposition associated with a previous violation of the sidewalk vending ordinance. A sidewalk vendor whose license is revoked shall not be able to apply for a new vending license for one year following revocation.
Enforcement Challenges
Even with established sidewalk vending requirements in place, several factors complicate City staff’s ability to enforce the ordinance:
• Only administrative citations and fines may be used for violations. • Mobile food vendors are just that, mobile, and so when informed that their operations cannot occur in one location, they “pop up” in a different location or return later in the evening or on a different day to the same location. • Vendors often do not have identification and other jurisdictions have reported that vendors do not share identifying information and/or provide false information.
This means that issuing and enforcing administrative citations is challenging; it is essentially on the honor system for someone to come to the City and pay their citation if the City does not have correct identifying information. • The most effective enforcement operations include CC Health staff, who have the authority to confiscate equipment and destroy unsafe food. However, CC Health face capacity constraints, especially during the days and times when vendors are most active.
However, even facing these challenges, enforcement is clearly a necessary element for effective implementation of the new regulations. Below are three approaches to enforcement, staff would like Council to consider and provide direction to staff on which approach they desire to see used. All three approaches assume that thirty days after Ordinance adoption, when the new Ordinance becomes effective, it will begin to be enforced. City staff is not proposing any educational “grace” period where no fines are issued, as the City has been actively enforcing its current regulations for over five months.
1. Complaint-Based/As Time Allows Approach
This approach continues the existing method of enforcement, and relies on both complaints and officers proactively engaging/enforcing during times of non- 14 The federal poverty level for a household of one is $15,650 and an additional $5,500 for each additional person added to a household.
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priority calls. This approach does not provide any overtime or dedicate any special efforts.
2. Proactive-Enforcement Strategy (3-Month Program)
This approach would deploy two officers on overtime, two days a week on four hours shifts that would vary and include evenings and weekends. The total overtime costs associated with this approach are estimated to be $23,000 but would vary depending upon the actual pay of the officers who are performing the overtime work. This strategy is aligned with the enforcement efforts that occurred from July to November 2024. Once the special enforcement period concluded, enforcement would be done per the Complaint-Based/As Time Allows Approach described in 1 above.
3. Proactive-Enforcement Strategy (6-Month Program)
This approach is the same strategy as option 2, but over a longer duration. This duration time could be done as six months of continuous proactive enforcement or, as staff would recommend, broken up periods of enforcement based on the Police Chief’s observations. Perhaps starting with strong enforcement for two months or until the Department observes an improvement in compliance, and then re-starting again when that compliance lags, and maybe doing it again. This would make the full six months of proactive enforcement available but authorize the Police Chief to determine the best deployment model. The total costs associated with six months of overtime enforcement are estimated to be $46,000 but would vary depending upon the actual pay of the officers who are performing the overtime work. In between the periods of special enforcement proposed in this model and once all six months of overtime enforcement ended, enforcement would be done per the Complaint-Based/As Time Allows Approach described in 1 above.
Title 18 - Development Code Amendments
The edits and amendments listed below are proposed to Title 18 (Development Code) Sections 18.20.30 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites) for clarification and consistency (Attachment 1, Exhibit C) with the Title 12 amendments.
These provisions apply to Food Vendor Group Sites, which the Development Code defines as motorized and non-motorized vendors operating on publicly- or privately- owned parcels (other than City parks). Most typically, Food Vendor Group Sites are used for food trucks operating on private property, like in a parking space of a brewery or gas station.
• Clarify that Food Vendor Group Sites are not permitted on the same parcel as, or within 100 feet of, schools, parks, restaurants, and bars, with some exceptions, i.e. a Food Vendor Group Site cannot be located on the same parcel as a restaurant or bar, as in the case of a shopping center. • Specify that permits for Food Vendor Group Sites cannot allow more permissive hours of operation than the standard hours specified in the CMC (7 a.m. to 9
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p.m., with vendor units cleared from the site by 10 p.m.). This edit removes ambiguity and creates a more easily enforceable standard for CPD. • Revise the site condition standards to add clarity and align with other City regulations and/or provisions of the CMC (e.g., “litter-free,” objective photometric standard).
• Provide that that CPD has authority over required safety and security measures. • Establish standards for signage to ensure aesthetic quality and prevent circulation hazards.
• Clarify that Food Vendor Group Sites are subject to state and local regulations related to solid waste and recycling.
Development Code Amendment Findings
Pursuant to CMC Section 18.455.070, amendments to the Development Code may be approved only if all the applicable findings are made. The analysis on how the project meets each finding is provided below.
1) The proposed amendment is consistent with the general plan; The proposed Development Code Amendments would clarify how Food Vendor Group Site regulations relate to other vending regulations found in Title 12 of the CMC and remove ambiguity regarding provisions of the Development Code. The amendments would not change any allowable land uses, densities or intensities, or growth management policies. The proposed amendments are consistent with the General Plan’s Economic Vitality Element because they enhance linkages between economic development, land use, and zoning; foster entrepreneurship and innovative business development; and improve the City’s permitting processes. For these reasons, the proposed Development Code Amendments are in conformance with the General Plan.
The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city; and
The proposed Development Code Amendments would clarify City procedures and ensure consistency across the CMC related to food vending. The amendments would not materially change the regulation of City Food Vendor Group Sites and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. Food vendors would continue to be subject to health and operating regulations to safeguard public health, safety, and welfare. In fact, proposed amendments would establish and clarify regulations related to dust-free surfaces, permitted signage, waste and recycling requirements, and hours of operation, all of which would further protect the public interest, health, safety, convenience, and/or welfare. Moreover, the City will
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continue to have discretion over any Food Vendor Group Sites facilitated by the proposed Development Code amendments and the City will evaluate future proposals against applicable policies to ensure vending operations will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.
2) Zoning map amendments shall also find that the affected site is physically suitable, including absence of physical constraints, access, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and provision of utilities, for the requested zoning designation and proposed or anticipated uses and/or development.
The project does not include any zoning map amendments.
Fee and Charges Schedule Update
Application Fee
In order to implement these regulations, vendor license fees must be established. Fees are proposed to recover the costs of providing services to vending license applicants.
These fees would apply to sidewalk vendors and food trucks operating in public streets (unless otherwise exempted). Based on estimated application processing times and FY 2025-2026 City Employee Hourly Rates for Services, staff proposes adding the following fees to Table D (“Permit Center Fees”) of the City’s fee schedule (Attachment 2, Exhibit A):
• $439.50 for new stationary vendor licenses
• $282.50 for new roaming vendor licenses
• $172.50 for renewal of existing vendor licenses
Amendments are also proposed to ensure the proper fees are collected for Food Vendor Group Sites that require a Minor Use Permit.
Enforcement Fees
Staff also recommends adding the fines shown in Table 3 of the staff report for vending without a license and violation of other sidewalk vending regulations to Table E (“Police Fees”) of the City’s fee schedule (Attachment 2, Exhibit A). These fines include:
• $250 for first violations without a Sidewalk Vendor License and $100 for first violations with a Sidewalk Vendor License
• $500 for second violations without a Sidewalk Vendor License and $200 for second violations with a Sidewalk Vendor License
• $1,000 for third violations without a Sidewalk Vendor License and $500 for third violations with a Sidewalk Vendor License
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Financial Impact
The roll-out and implementation of the updated ordinance would be funded via the General Fund, through the operating budget of each department responsible for implementation. Application fees for licenses will fully cover staff review costs. The enforcement effort costs will depend upon what enforcement approach Council directs.
Were Council to direct deployment of a six-month proactive enforcement model it is estimated to add approximately $48,000 in costs for overtime. Staff is not asking Council to adjust the proposed budgets for the next fiscal year at this point, but to have an awareness of these overtime costs. If the costs are not absorbed within the operating costs of the Department or the full City by the end of the fiscal year, staff will acknowledge this at mid-cycle (end of the first year and start of the second year within the two-year budget) and the cost would be carried by the City’s reserves. It is unclear whether administrative citation fees will be collectible, but to the extent they are received, they would only partially offset enforcement costs.
Environmental Determination
Ordinance: The City Council finds that the proposed Municipal Code amendments are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), or 15378 in that they do not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA since they do not have the potential to result in either a direct physical change to the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment. If the Ordinance did constitute a “project” under CEQA, the Ordinance falls within the “common sense” exemption set forth in 14 Cal. Code Regs. Section 15061(b)(3), excluding projects where “it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” Therefore, the proposed Municipal Code amendments do not warrant further environmental review. This determination reflects the City’s independent judgement and analysis.
Fees and Charges: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, Public Resources Code §21000, et seq., as amended and implementing State CEQA Guidelines, Title 14, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations (collectively, "CEQA"), the revision to the City's Fees and Charges Schedule does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of Public Resources Code Section 21065, 14 Cal Code Reg. Section 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), or 15378 because it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, or Section 15273 because it involves government funding/fiscal activities. In addition, the revision is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), "Review for Exemptions" of the CEQA Guidelines because there is no possibility that the update to the City's Master Fees and Charges Schedule may have a significant effect on the environment, and no further environmental review is required. Moreover, even if the revision does comprise a project for CEQA analysis, it falls within the "common sense" CEQA exemption set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), excluding projects where "it can be seen with
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certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment." Accordingly, no further environmental review is warranted.
This determination reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis.
Public Contact
The City Council Agenda was posted. Notification was published in the East Bay Times as required by state law and the Concord Municipal Code, and provided to the interested parties list.
Attachments
1. Ordinance Amending Concord Municipal Code Title 5
Exhibit A: CMC Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section
5.90.010 (Definitions),
Exhibit B: CMC Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapters 12.50 (Vendors) and Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending) Exhibit C: CMC Title 18 (Development Code) Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites)
2. Resolution Establishing Sidewalk Vending License Fees and Fines by amending Exhibit A to Resolution No. 78-6042 Establishing Fees and Charges for Various Municipal Services and Programs in the City of Concord
Exhibit A: Redline of Table D, Permit Center Fees and Table E, Police Fees
3. Redline Amendments to CMC Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section 5.90.010 (Definitions)
4. Redline Amendments to CMC Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapters 12.50 (Vendors) and 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending)
5. Redline Amendments to CMC Title 18 (Development Code) Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites)
6. Senate Bills 946 and 972
7. Approved Food Truck Sites
8. Existing City of Concord Vending Regulations Table
9. Contra Costa Health Compact Mobile Food Operation Flyer
10.Correspondence
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ORDINANCE NO. 25-XX
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CONCORD MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 5
(BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS), SECTION 5.90.010
(DEFINITION), TITLE 12 (STREET, SIDEWALKS, AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES), CHAPTER 12.50 (VENDORS), AND TITLE 18
(DEVELOPMENT CODE), SECTIONS 18.20.030 (DEFINITIONS),
18.200.210 (FOOD VENDOR GROUP SITES), AND ADDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.55 (SIDEWALK VENDING)
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65800 et seq. provides for the amendment of any and all adopted City of Concord (“City”) zoning laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations; and WHEREAS, the City has, from time to time, made amendments to its Municipal Code to conform with state law, and to clarify and/or improve review processes; and WHEREAS, in light of recent state law enactments and decisions, most notably Senate Bills 946 (Safe Sidewalk Vending Act) and 972, the City Council has identified amendments to be made to the Municipal Code related to regulations on sidewalk vendors and other vending activities to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, on January 28, 2025, the City Council approved a workplan for updates to the Municipal Code, including Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places) and Title 18 (Development Code); and
WHEREAS, Municipal Code amendments are necessary to conform with state law; protect the public health, safety, and welfare; clarify or improve processes; and ensure internal consistency across the Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, on April 2, 2025, the Planning Commission, after giving all public notices required by state law and the Concord Municipal Code, held a duly noticed public hearing on the proposed amendments to Title 18, Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites) (“Development Code Amendments”); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered testimony and information received at the public hearing and the oral and written reports from City staff dated April 2, 2025, as well as other documents contained in the record of proceedings relating to the Development Code Amendments, which are maintained at the offices of the City of Concord Planning Division, (“Planning Commission Attachment 1
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Information”); and
WHEREAS, on April 2, 2025, the Planning Commission, after consideration of all pertinent plans, documents, and testimony, declared its intent to recommend approval of the subject proposal; and WHEREAS, following the April 2, 2025 public hearing, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 25-05 PC (Ayes: Patel, Laub, Barbour, Corio, Mizutani) recommending City Council approval of an Ordinance amending Concord Municipal Code, Title 18 (Development Code), Sections
18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites) as contained in Exhibit C; and WHEREAS, the City Council, after giving all public notices required by state law and the Municipal Code, held a duly noticed public hearing on June 3, 2025 to consider this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, at such public hearing, the City Council considered all oral and written information, testimony, and comments and at the public hearing, the oral report from City staff, the written report from City staff dated June 3, 2025, attached materials, exhibits presented, the Planning Commission Information, and all other information that constitutes the record of proceedings relating to the proposed Ordinance, which are maintained at the offices of the City of Concord City Clerk (collectively, “City Council Information”), and declared its intent to approve and adopt the Ordinance.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CONCORD DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. All of the facts set forth in the Recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated and adopted as findings of the City Council as if fully set forth herein.
Section 2. The City Council has reviewed, considered, and evaluated all of the City Council Information, all other pertinent plans, documents, and testimony prior to acting upon Ordinance.
Section 3. The documents and other materials that constitute the record of proceedings upon which the City Council has based its decision are located in and may be obtained from the City of Concord Clerk’s Office, 1950 Parkside Drive, Concord, CA 94519.
Section 4. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
The City Council finds that the proposed Municipal Code amendments are exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(2),
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15060(c)(3), or 15378 in that they do not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA since they do not have the potential to result in either a direct physical change to the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment. If the Ordinance did constitute a “project” under CEQA, the Ordinance falls within the “common sense” exemption set forth in 14 Cal. Code Regs. Section 15061(b)(3), excluding projects where “it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” Therefore, the proposed Municipal Code amendments do not warrant further environmental review.
This determination reflects the City’s independent judgement and analysis.
Section 5. Development Code Amendment Findings
1) The proposed amendment is consistent with the general plan.
The proposed Development Code Amendments would clarify how Food Vendor Group Site regulations relate to other vending regulations found in Title 12 of the Concord Municipal Code (CMC) and remove ambiguity regarding provisions of the Development Code. The amendments would not change any allowable land uses, densities or intensities, or growth management policies. The proposed amendments are consistent with the General Plan’s Economic Vitality Element because they enhance linkages between economic development, land use, and zoning; foster entrepreneurship and innovative business development; and improve the City’s permitting processes. For these reasons, the proposed Development Code Amendments are in conformance with the General Plan.
2) The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city.
The proposed Development Code Amendments would clarify City procedures and ensure consistency across the CMC related to food vending. The amendments would not materially change the regulation of City Food Vendor Group Sites and would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. Food vendors would continue to be subject to health and operating regulations to safeguard public health, safety, and welfare. In fact, proposed amendments would establish and clarify regulations related to
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dust-free surfaces, permitted signage, waste and recycling requirements, and hours of operation, all of which would further protect the public interest, health, safety, convenience, and/or welfare. Moreover, the City will continue to have discretion over any Food Vendor Group Sites facilitated by the proposed Development Code Amendments and the City will evaluate future proposals against applicable policies to ensure vending operations will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. 3) Zoning map amendments shall also find that the affected site is physically suitable, including absence of physical constraints, access, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and provision of utilities, for the requested zoning designation and proposed or anticipated uses and/or development.
The project does not include any zoning map amendments.
Section 6. The City Council hereby finds that the Ordinance is necessary to protect the to protect the public health, safety, and welfare and complies with the requirements of both Senate Bills 946 and 972.
Section 7. The City Council does hereby pass and adopt this Ordinance No. 25-XX. Concord Municipal Code, Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section 5.90.010 (Definitions), Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapter 12.50 (Vendors), and Title 18 (Development Code), Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites) are hereby amended, and Title 12, Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending) is hereby added, as set forth in Exhibits A, B, and C and attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Section 8. This Ordinance No. 25-XX shall become effective thirty (30) days following its passage and adoption. In the event a summary of said Ordinance is published in lieu of the entire Ordinance, a certified copy of the full text of this Ordinance shall be posted in the office of the City Clerk at least five (5) days prior to its adoption and within fifteen (15) days after its adoption, including the vote of the Councilmembers. Additionally, a summary prepared by the City Attorney’s Office shall be published once at least five (5) days prior to the date of adoption of this Ordinance and
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once within fifteen (15) days after its passage and adoption, including the vote of the Councilmembers, in the East Bay Times, a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Concord.
Mayor
ATTEST
Joelle Fockler, MMC
City Clerk
(Seal)
Ordinance No. 25-XX was duly and regularly introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Concord held on June 3, 2025, and was thereafter duly and regularly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Concord on MONTH DAY, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers -
NOES: Councilmembers -
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers -
ABSENT: Councilmembers -
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of an ordinance duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Concord, California.
Joelle Fockler, MMC
City Clerk
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Attachments: Exhibits:
A: Concord Municipal Code Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section 5.90.010 (Definitions)
B: Concord Municipal Code Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapters 12.50 (Vendors) and 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending) C: Concord Municipal Code Title 18, Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and
18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites)
Chapter 5.90
SOLICITORS AND PEDDLERS
Sections:
5.90.010 Definitions.
5.90.020 Permit requirements and exemptions.
5.90.030 Permit for sponsoring juvenile peddlers.
5.90.040 Permit application.
5.90.050 Fees.
5.90.060 Application review and permit issuance.
5.90.070 Denial of permit.
5.90.080 Permit expiration.
5.90.090 Permit exhibition.
5.90.100 Transfer prohibited.
5.90.110 Entry upon signed premises unlawful.
5.90.120 Hours of solicitation
5.90.130 Permit revocation and temporary suspension.
5.90.140 Notice and hearing.
5.90.150 Appeals
5.90.160 Claims of exemption.
5.90.170 Violations and penalty.
5.90.180 Conflicting ordinances repealed.
5.90.190 Severability
5.90.010 Definitions.
(a) The following words, terms, and phrases, and their derivations, when used in this Article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this Section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
1. Charitable means and includes the words patriotic, philanthropic, social service, health, welfare, benevolent educational, civic, cultural or fraternal, either actual or purported.
2. Contributions mean and include the words alms, money, subscription, property or any donations under a guise of a loan or money or property.
3. Department means the Police Department.
4. Hearing Officer means the City Manager of the City or the designee thereof, provided that the designee shall not be the permitting authority or the Police Chief.
5. Non Commercial Purposes means the purpose of any nonprofit organization which has obtained recognized state or federal tax exempt status.
6. Permit Holder means the person to whom the permit is issued.
7. Peddler means any person who goes upon any private property in the City, not having been invited by the occupant thereof, carrying or transporting goods, wares, magazines, merchandise or personal property of any nature and offering the same for sale. This definition also includes any person who solicits orders and as a separate transaction makes deliveries to purchasers as part of the scheme to evade the provisions of this Exhibit A to Attachment 1
Article. Expressly excluded from this definition are persons under the age of 18 years who are selling goods for non-commercial purposes, and sidewalk vendors as defined in Concord Municipal Code Chapter 12.55.
8. Peddling includes all activities ordinarily performed by a peddler as indicated under paragraph 7 of this Section.
9. Permitting Authority means the City Police Department.
10. Person means a natural person or any firm, corporation, association, club, society or other organization.
11. Police Chief means the Chief of Police of the City, or his/her authorized representative.
12. Political means of or related to a local, state or national election conducted by a governmental entity.
13. Purchase means the buying of, offering to buy or the giving of an order for, anything of value, including but not limited to, goods, wares, merchandise, services, tickets, publications and subscriptions to publications.
14. Principal means the sponsoring company, organization or other entity which employs, authorizes or sponsors the solicitor(s) or peddler(s), whether as employees, agents or independent contractors.
15. Solicitor means any person who goes upon any private property in the City, not having been invited by the occupant thereof, for the purpose of directly contacting the occupant to take or attempt to take orders for the sale of goods, merchandise, wares, magazines, or other personal property of any nature for future delivery, or for services to be performed in the future. This definition also includes any person who, without invitation, goes upon private property, to request contribution of funds or anything of value, or sell goods or services for, charitable, religious, or other non-commercial purposes.
16. Solicitation includes all activities ordinarily performed by a solicitor as indicated under paragraph 15 of this Section.
17. Sponsor shall have the same meaning as Principal.
(Code 2002, § 18-441. Ord. No. 06-6)
Exhibit A to Attachment 1
Title 12
STREETS, SIDEWALKS, AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES
Chapters:
12.05 Construction of Public Improvements
12.10 Sidewalk and Street Obstructions
12.15 Street Encroachments
12.20 Building Line Setbacks
12.25 Driveways, Curbs, and Sidewalks
12.30 Addressing
12.35 Newsracks
12.40 Parades
12.45 Sidewalk Cafes
12.50 Vendors
12.55 Sidewalk Vending
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
Chapter 12.50
VENDORS
Sections:
12.50.010 Findings; intent.
12.50.020 Definitions.
12.50.030 Vending locations.
12.50.040 Vendor licenses.
12.50.050 Operating regulations.
12.50.060 Exemptions.
12.50.070 Procedures and guidelines.
12.50.010 Findings; intent.
(a) The City Council finds that vending by the use of vendor vehicles and carts must be regulated by enactment of this article to ensure the public safety of those traveling on city streets and sidewalks. Vendors operating motor vehicles and vending carts on public or private streets, public rights-of-way, and private property, including construction sites, present a potential safety hazard to motorists, pedestrians, vendor operators, and their patrons due to street geometries, traffic circulation patterns, emergency access, and travel speeds. (b) The intent of this article is to regulate the sale of food, wares, merchandise, and services by vendors in the city, except those activities exempted by the provisions of this Chapter. (Code 1965, § 6800; Code 2002, § 90-101. Ord. No. 96-8)
12.50.020 Definitions.
The following definitions shall apply to words used in this Chapter 12.50:
Cart. Any pushcart, pedal-driven cart, wagon, bicycle, tricycle, display, rack, showcase, stand, table, or other non- motorized cart or conveyance (that is not a vehicle as defined in the California Vehicle Code), other wheeled container or mechanism, and includes a stationary cart or a roaming cart.
Ice cream truck. A motor vehicle engaged in the curbside vending or sale of frozen or refrigerated desserts, confections, or novelties commonly known as ice cream, or prepackaged candies, prepackaged snack foods, or soft drinks, primarily intended for the sale to children under 12 years of age, as provided in California Vehicle Code Section 22456, as amended.
Vendor. A person who sells, offers to sell, barters, exchanges, distributes, or displays, whether gratis, or for any type of compensation or donation, any type of food, wares, merchandise, samples, coupons, or service at any location other than within a building or structure constructed on a permanent foundation which is occupied, rented, leased, or owned by that person. A person engaged in a business conducted from a building or structure constructed on a permanent foundation that involves outdoor display, sale, or storage of the same types of goods or merchandise sold as part of the primary business activity on those premises shall not be considered a vendor under this Chapter. This definition also includes any person who solicits orders and as a separate transaction makes deliveries to purchasers as part of the scheme to evade the provisions of this Chapter.
Vendor motor vehicle. A motor vehicle from which food items, wares, or other merchandise and/or services are offered for sale, barter, or exchange. A vendor motor vehicle is any vehicle used for commercial purposes including, but not limited to, travel trailers, recreational vehicles, and vans.
Vendor license. A license required for vendors to operate as specified in this Chapter. A vendor license is not required for ice cream trucks, vendors serving construction sites pursuant to Section 12.50.030(a)(1) of this Chapter, or vendors approved as a food vendor group site pursuant to CMC Section 18.200.210 or with a temporary use permit pursuant to CMC Section 18.200.200. Any vendor license issued under this Chapter is a revocable license; Exhibit B to Attachment 1
the issuance or granting of a license under this Chapter expressly does not constitute or provide for a permanent right or vested land use right.
(Code 1965, § 6801; Code 2002, § 90-102. Ord. No. 96-8)
12.50.030 Vending locations.
A vendor may be permitted to operate on public streets, public rights-of-way, or private property as authorized by this section. Unless otherwise specified, a vendor license is required for all vending authorized under this Chapter. (a) Private property. Vending at private property is not allowed except as follows:
(1) Construction Sites. Vendor motor vehicles and vendor carts are permitted at construction sites without a vendor license when in compliance with the following standards:
a. Vendors shall not stop at any construction site for more than one hour or more than once during any three-hour period.
b. Vendors shall ensure a four-foot path of travel, or an amount otherwise required by federal or state law, is maintained on public sidewalks or pedestrian paths of travel. c. Vending activities shall not be conducted before 7:30 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. No vending shall be conducted at construction sites on weekends. d. Vendors shall not impede circulation or block driveways, drive aisles, emergency access, or site improvements which are required for other businesses or uses on the property. (2) Food vendor group sites. Requires a minor use permit or administrative permit pursuant to CMC Title 18. (b) Public streets or rights-of way. Vending is allowed only from vendor motor vehicles (not from carts) subject to a vendor license from the Planning Division. Such vehicles shall not be allowed to operate on public streets or rights- of-way where a public safety hazard exists or potentially exists, and the approving authority may impose reasonable conditions as provided in Section 12.50.070 of this Chapter. The Planning Division may use, but is not limited to, the following criteria to determine the suitability of vending from motor vehicles:
(1) The vendor motor vehicle shall only park where there is legal on-street parking that is large enough to accommodate the vehicle without any part of the vehicle length or width encroaching on the traveled way. The motor vehicle shall occupy no more than 40 feet of length. (2) Vendors shall comply with all color curb controls and parking restrictions, including any posted signs or notices.
(3) There shall be at least four feet of clearance on the sidewalk or pedestrian area abutting the vendor motor vehicle during vending operations.
(4) If the Planning Division determines that a vendor negatively affects vehicular or pedestrian safety, the vendor activity shall be prohibited.
(5) Vendors shall not be permitted to operate in the Downtown Pedestrian or Downtown Mixed Use Zoning Districts, except as authorized by the City.
(6) Vendors shall not be permitted to operate within 100 feet of another stationary vendor with a valid vendor license, (i.e., motor vehicle or sidewalk vendor) or Food Vendor Group Site as defined in CMC 18.200.210. (7) Vending within 100 feet of the property line of any school shall not be permitted during lunch or within one hour before or one hour after school drop off and pick up operations. (8) Vending on streets immediately adjacent to a City park shall be prohibited, except as authorized by the City.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(9) Vendors shall be prohibited on streets in or abutting residential districts, except as otherwise allowed in special vendor activities and locations below.
(c) Special vendor activities and locations.
(1) Ice cream trucks are permitted without a vendor license on streets with a posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour or less. Ice cream trucks shall comply with California Vehicle Code Section 22456. (2) Solano Flea Market. Up to five vendor motor vehicles are permitted in the designated area on Arnold Industrial Place, subject to a vendor license from the Planning Division. (3) Vending is permitted without a vendor license at community and neighborhood events and fundraisers provided these occur no more frequently than three times per year at any specific address, the vendor is invited by the person or entity hosting the event (i.e., person or entity with possession or control of the adjacent property), and no event may exceed two consecutive days.
12.050.040 Vendor licenses.
(a) Review Authority. The Planning Division shall be the review authority for vendor licenses. (b) Application and license procedures.
(1) A person desiring to engage in a vendor operation as defined by this section shall submit a written application in a form acceptable to and with all supporting information required by the Planning Division. Prior to initiating any vending operations, all necessary approvals shall be obtained, including a vendor license from the Planning Division and the permits and licenses listed below. a. Business license. Every vendor shall obtain a city business license in accordance with CMC Chapter
5.05 and comply with any other related state licensing, as applicable. b. County Environmental Health Division consumer protection permit. A permit is required from the County Environmental Health Department in order to sell or offer food and/or beverages for sale. Such permits shall be obtained prior to and a copy submitted along with the vendor application materials required by the city.
c. State seller’ s permit. Vendors must obtain a seller’s permit issued by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
(2) Every vendor operating a vendor motor vehicle shall provide proof of a valid California driver’s license, current vehicle registration, a copy of an applicable vehicle insurance policy, and general liability and property damage insurance policy, together with an insured endorsement, in a form and amounts acceptable to the City Attorney. Such policies shall name the city as an additional insured. (3) To the extent permitted by law, approved vendors operating on public streets or rights-of-way shall enter into an agreement indemnifying, defending, holding harmless, and releasing the City of all liability in the event of an accident or injury resulting from the vendor’s location or operations. (4) Upon request by any person, or at the discretion of the Planning Division, a vendor’s application may be referred to either the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission. (c) Vendor license timeframe. Unless a different time period is specified by a vendor license as required by other provisions of this section, vendor licenses are valid for a period not to exceed 12 months. A vendor license may be renewed for an additional period of up to 12 months per renewal, at the discretion of the Planning Division. No vendor license shall be transferable, except with the written consent of the Planning Division. (1) The Planning Division may deny applications for renewal if it is determined that the applicant has failed to pay any previous business license fees, administrative citations, or fines.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(d) License suspension and revocation.
(1) Grounds for suspension or revocation. The Planning Division may suspend or revoke a vendor license or modify its conditions for reasons including, but not limited to, any of the following:
a. Falsifying any information or omitting a fact required to be supplied by the licensee upon which issuance of the vendor license was based.
b. Conviction of a crime, if the crime is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business, profession, or trade for which the license was issued. c. Commission of acts involving dishonesty, fraud, or deceit with the intent to substantially benefit the applicant or another, or substantially injure another.
d. Commission of acts which would constitute a felony or which would constitute a crime if the acts are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business, profession, or trade for which the license was issued.
e. Violation of any zoning, health, safety, fire, police or other provision of this Code or of County, state, or federal law relating to the permitted activity which substantially affects the public health, safety, or welfare.
f. Violation of the terms and conditions of the vendor license or other requirements of this Chapter. (2) Notice. Notice of suspension or revocation shall be made either by personal delivery or by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the license holder address as set forth on the application for a license. Service shall be deemed made on the license holder on the date personally delivered or on the date of mailing.
(3) Request for appeal. No suspension or revocation shall become effective until expiration of the appeal period. A license holder may appeal such suspension or revocation to the City Manager, or designee, by filing a written notice of appeal with the Planning Division within ten days following the date of service of such decision. If a timely appeal is filed, the suspension or revocation shall be stayed pending the decision of the City Manager, or designee. Otherwise, the suspension or revocation shall become effective immediately upon expiration of said appeal period.
(4) Hearing. Upon receipt of a timely appeal, the City Manager, or designee, shall endeavor to hear such appeal no more than 45 days from the City’s receipt of an appeal, unless both the appellant and City consent to a later date. The City Manager, or designee, shall give the appellant not less than five days advance notice of the date of such hearing. The decision of the City Manager, or designee, shall be based upon the criteria set forth in subsections (b) and (d) of this section which pertain to the issuance or suspension or revocation of a vendor’s license. The appellant shall be notified of the decision of the City Manager, or designee, by mailed, written notice. The decision of the City Manager, or designee, shall be final. No suspension or revocation of a license pursuant to this section shall be deemed effective during the pendency of a timely filed appeal until the date of mailing of the City Manager’s, or designee’s, decision. Provided, however, no vendor license holder shall operate during any period of time in which the insurance coverage required by this section is not in full force and effect.
(5) Reapplication following revocation or suspension. No person or entity whose license is revoked or suspended shall be eligible to apply for a new license for a period of one year following such revocation or suspension.12.50.050 Operating regulations.
(a) Compliance with regulations; parking and motor vehicle regulations. (1) Vendor motor vehicles engaged in vending upon a public street or public right(s)-of-way may vend only when operating in compliance with the regulations established by this section.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(2) Vendor motor vehicles shall be required to comply with all traffic rules and regulations set forth in the California Vehicle Code and the Municipal Code, including coming to a complete stop and parking lawfully adjacent to the curb prior to initiating vending operations. (3) Vendors shall not solicit or conduct business with persons in motor vehicles. (b) Conditions of approval. The Planning Division may impose reasonable conditions on vendor operations. Such conditions may include, but not be limited to:
(1) Restricting days and hours of operation, contingent upon the vending location. (2) Limiting the size and scope of the activity.
(3) Prescribing the size and appearance of vendor motor vehicles, structures, and facilities. (4) Prescribing the size, quantity, and location of signs and other advertising devices. (5) Requiring a minimum number of persons to be on duty. (6) Controlling the locations for employee and customer parking. (7) Regulating refuse collection and cleanup of the premises. (c) Compliance with code requirements. Licenses or permissions granted hereunder shall not exempt vendors from applicable federal, state, County, and local laws, including without limitation:
(1) Building Code and health or safety codes;
(2) State and County food preparation, handling, and labeling requirements; (3) Fire codes and regulations;
(4) Noise standards;
(5) Firearms regulations;
(6) Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, cannabis, electronic cigarettes, smoking devices and controlled substances regulations;
(7) Sanitation and health standards; and
(8) Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other disability access standards (both state and federal). (d) Display of licenses and permits. At all times while vending, a valid city business license and other required licenses and permits shall be displayed on the vendor motor vehicle or cart, as applicable. (e) Prohibited items. Vendors shall not vend alcohol, cannabis or cannabis accessories (as defined in CMC Section
5.80.020), adult-oriented material, adult-oriented merchandise (as defined in CMC Section 5.75.020), tobacco, tobacco products, tobacco paraphernalia (as defined in CMC Section 5.100.100), prohibited substances or other paraphernalia (as defined in CMC Section 9.05.020), fireworks, flammable or toxic materials, prescription drugs or medical supplies, counterfeit goods, stolen merchandise, animals, or any weapons (including ammunition, knives, air soft guns, pellet guns, paintball guns, or anything that may resemble a gun). (Code 1965, § 6802; Code 2002, § 90-103. Ord. No. 96-8; Ord. No. 02-5; Ord. No. 14-6, § 13) Editor’s note: Section 12.50.030(h) derived from Ord. No. 02-5, § 2, and was renumbered as 12.50.030(g) as set out herein above at the discretion of the editor.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
12.50.060 Exemptions.
The following activities shall be exempt from the provisions of this article:
(1) Sidewalk vending, as defined in Government Code Section 51036(a) and regulated in Chapter 12.55 of this Code.
(2) Vending in parks or other city property when licensed by the city as a concessionaire or approved via a duly-issued City of Concord permit or license.
(3) Vending approved as part of a permitted certified farmers’ market or other events sponsored or expressly authorized by the city, including events subject to a temporary use permit or special event permit. (4) Sidewalk cafes and outdoor eating areas regulated by CMC Chapter 12.45 and CMC Section 18.200.190. (5) Outdoor sales and displays regulated by CMC Section 18.200.160. (6) Vending at schools, attendance at which satisfies the state requirements for compulsory education, as part of school-sponsored events or fundraisers approved by the school. (Code 1965, § 6803; Code 2002, § 90-104. Ord. No. 96-8; Ord. No. 02-5)
12.50.070 Procedures and guidelines.
The City Manager is hereby delegated the authority to promulgate procedures, regulations, and guidelines to aid in the implementation of this Chapter.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
Chapter 12.55
SIDEWALK VENDING
Sections:
12.55.010 Purpose.
12.55.020 Definitions.
12.55.030 Procedures and guidelines
12.55.040 Sidewalk vending license required.
12.55.050 Review of sidewalk vending license application; decision.
12.55.060 Sidewalk vending license expiration and renewal.
12.55.070 Sidewalk vending license suspension or revocation.
12.55.080 Appeals.
12.55.090 Sidewalk vending license nontransferable.
12.55.100 Locations where vending prohibited.
12.55.110 Operational requirements.
12.55.120 Violations – penalties.
12.55.130 Ability-to-pay determination.
12.55.010 Purpose.
The state legislature passed Senate Bill (“SB”) 946 in 2018 and SB 972 in 2022, supporting sidewalk vending in order to promote entrepreneurship and support immigrant and low-income communities, and made specific findings in furtherance of those bills.
In recognition thereof, the purpose of this Chapter is to implement regulations on both roaming and stationary sidewalk vending that protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the community while complying with the requirements of state law, as may be amended, to promote safe vending practices; prevent safety, traffic, and health hazards; and preserve the public peace, safety, and welfare of the community. The City finds that the vending of prepared or pre-packaged foods, goods, and/or wares at semi-permanent locations on public sidewalks and rights-of- way may pose unsafe conditions and special dangers to the public health, safety, and welfare of residents and visitors.
12.55.020 Definitions.
The following words and phrases, whenever used in this Chapter 12.55, shall mean as follows:
“Adult-oriented material” means any products, including but not limited to, books, magazines, photographs, drawings, sculptures, audio/visual representations, or other merchandise which is characterized by exposure of specified anatomical areas or sexual activities.
"Cart" means any pushcart, pedal-driven cart, wagon, bicycle, tricycle, display, rack, showcase, stand, table, or other non-motorized cart or conveyance (that is not a vehicle as defined in the California Vehicle Code), other wheeled container or mechanism, and includes a stationary cart or a roaming cart. "California Retail Food Code" means Part 7 of Division 104 of the California Health and Safety Code (commencing at Section 113700).
"Certified farmers’ market" means a location operated in accordance with Chapter 10.5 (commencing with Section 47000) of Division 17 of the Food and Agricultural Code and any regulations adopted pursuant to that chapter, as may be amended.
“City” means the City of Concord.
“City Manager” means the City Manager of the City of Concord, or designee.
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“County” means Contra Costa County.
"Director" means the Director of Community Development of the City of Concord, or designee. “Food" means any type of edible substance or beverage.
"Goods" or "merchandise" means any items or products of every kind and description, including all food, produce, and beverage items.
“Health Department” means Contra Costa County Environmental Health or other division within Contra Costa County regulating the vending of food.
"Health Department Permit" means any and all licenses, permits, certifications, and courses required and issued by the Health Department to vend food within the City in accordance with this Chapter. "Person" shall mean one (1) or more natural persons, groups, businesses, business trusts, companies, corporations, joint ventures, joint stock companies, partnerships, entities, associations, clubs, or organizations composed of two (2) or more individuals (or the manager, lessee, agent, servant, officer, or employee of any of them), whether engaged in business, non-profit, or any other activity. "Roaming sidewalk vendor or vending" has the same meaning as set forth in Government Code Section 51036(b) and includes a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only to complete a transaction. "Rules and regulations" means the procedures, rules, regulations, and guidelines if any, promulgated by the City Manager, concerning sidewalk vending that are intended to clarify and aid in the administration and enforcement of this Chapter.
"Sidewalk'' means any paved surface in the public right-of-way or public parks provided for the use of pedestrians and includes pedestrian paths, parkways, public sidewalks, or other interests therein owned, held, leased, operated, or otherwise controlled by the City.
"Sidewalk vendor" has the same meaning as set forth in Government Code Section 51036(a), and includes a person who vends, operates, engages in, manages, or carries on a food or goods/merchandise vending business from a cart, or from one’s person, upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or other public right-of-way available to pedestrians. "Sidewalk vending license” means a license issued by the City to vend food, goods, or merchandise within the City in accordance with this Chapter.
"State seller's permit" means a permit issued by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. "Stationary sidewalk vendor or vending" means a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location as set forth in Government Code Section 51036(c).
"Swap meet" means a location operated in accordance with Article 6 (commencing with Section 21660) of Chapter 9 of Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, and any regulations adopted pursuant to that article, as may be amended.
"Temporary special permit" means an event authorized by a permit issued by the City for the temporary use of, or encroachment on, the sidewalk or any other public area, including, but not limited to, an encroachment permit, special event permit, temporary event permit, contract, license agreement, temporary use permit, or any similar approval for purposes including, but not limited to, filming, parades, sporting events, festivals, carnivals, or outdoor concerts.
12.55.030 Procedures and guidelines.
The City Manager is hereby delegated the authority to promulgate rules and regulations to aid in the implementation of this Chapter.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
12.55.040 Sidewalk vending license required.
(a) No person, either for themselves or any other person, shall conduct or engage in sidewalk vending within the City without first obtaining a sidewalk vending license pursuant to this Chapter, unless otherwise exempt pursuant to this Chapter.
(b) To apply for a sidewalk vending license, a person must file an application with the Planning Division accompanied by a non-refundable application fee in an amount established by resolution of the City Council. (c) Exceptions. A sidewalk vending license shall not be required for the following activities:
(1) The sale of agriculture products on the site where the product is grown. (2) Catering for private parties held exclusively on private property and not open to the general public. (3) Vending in parks or other City property when licensed by the City as a concessionaire or approved via a duly-issued City of Concord permit.
(4) Vending approved as part of a permitted certified farmers’ market, permitted swap meet, or other events sponsored or expressly authorized by the city, including events subject to a temporary special permit. (5) Outdoor sales and displays regulated by CMC Section 18.200.160. (6) Vending at schools, attendance at which satisfies the state requirements for compulsory education, when sponsored or co-sponsored by the school, provided all licenses required by state law or County ordinance are obtained.
12.55.050 Review of sidewalk vending license application; decision. (a) The Director shall deny the issuance of a sidewalk vending license if it is determined that:
(1) Information contained in the application, or supplemental information requested from the sidewalk vendor, is materially false, misleading, or fraudulent; (2) The sidewalk vendor has failed to provide a complete application, after having been notified of the requirement to produce additional information or documents; (3) The sidewalk vendor has failed to demonstrate an ability to conform to the prohibitions, restrictions, and operating standards set forth in this Chapter;
(4) The sidewalk vendor has failed to pay any previous business license fees, administrative citations, or fines; complete any community service; and/or complete any other alternative disposition associated with a previous violation of this Chapter; or
(5) The proposed vending operations are in violation of any federal, state, or local law or ordinance and/or approval of a sidewalk vending license would be contrary to legal requirements applicable to the City. (b) If the sidewalk vending license is denied, written notice of such denial and the reasons therefore shall be provided to the sidewalk vendor by mail, at their last known address within seven (7) calendar days of the date of decision. Such denial may be appealed pursuant to Section 12.55.070 (Appeals).
12.55.060 Sidewalk vending license expiration and renewal. (a) A sidewalk vending license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance unless revoked or suspended prior to expiration.
(b) A sidewalk vending license shall be deemed null and void upon the revocation, suspension, or expiration of any of the following:
(1) City of Concord business license;
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(2) Health Department Permit or other permit required from the County; and/or (3) State seller’s permit.
(c) An application to renew a sidewalk vending license shall be made not less than ninety (90) days prior to the expiration of the current license. A valid business license shall be applied for or renewed concurrently with the sidewalk vending license each year.
(d) No person or entity whose sidewalk vending license is denied or revoked shall be eligible to apply for a new sidewalk vending license for a period of one year following such denial or revocation.
12.55.070 Sidewalk vending license suspension or revocation. (a) The Director may suspend or revoke a sidewalk vending license issued to a sidewalk vendor for the term of that license upon the fourth violation or subsequent violations of this Chapter, at their discretion, or for any of the following reasons:
(1) Falsifying or misrepresenting any information or omitting a fact required to be supplied by the sidewalk vendor upon which issuance of the sidewalk vending license was based. (2) Conviction of a crime, if the crime is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business, profession, or trade for which the sidewalk vending license was issued. (3) Commission of acts involving dishonesty, fraud, or deceit with the intent to substantially benefit the sidewalk vendor or another or substantially injure another. (4) Commission of acts which would constitute a felony or which would constitute a crime if the acts are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business, profession, or trade for which the sidewalk vending license was issued.
(5) Violation of any zoning, health, safety, fire, police, or other provision of this Code or of County, state, or federal law relating to the licensed activity which substantially affects the public health, safety, or welfare.
(6) Failure to pay any previous business license fees, administrative citations, or fines; complete any community service; and/or complete any other alternative disposition associated with a previous violation of this Chapter.
(7) Violation of the terms and conditions of the sidewalk vending license or other requirements of this Chapter.
(8) Fraud or misrepresentation in the course of vending. (9) Vending in a manner that violates this Chapter, creates a public nuisance, threatens the public health, safety or welfare, or otherwise constitutes a danger to the public. (b) Notice of suspension or revocation shall be made either by personal delivery or by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the sidewalk vending license holder at the address as set forth on the application for a license. Service shall be deemed made on the sidewalk vending license holder on the date personally delivered or on the date of mailing.
12.55.080 Appeals
(a) Request for appeal. No denial, suspension, or revocation shall become effective until expiration of the appeal period. A sidewalk vending license holder may appeal such denial, suspension, or revocation to the City Manager by filing a written notice of appeal with the Planning Division within ten (10) days following the date of service of such decision accompanied by a non-refundable appeal fee in an amount established by resolution of the City Council. If a timely appeal is filed, the denial, suspension, or revocation shall be stayed pending the decision of the City Exhibit B to Attachment 1
Manager. Otherwise, the suspension or revocation shall become effective immediately upon expiration of said appeal period.
(b) Denial or Revocation hearing. Upon receipt of a timely appeal, the City Manager shall endeavor to hear such appeal no more than 45 days from the City’s receipt of an appeal, unless both the City and appellant consent to a later date. The City Manager shall give the appellant not less than five days advance notice of the date of such hearing. The decision of the City Manager shall be based upon the criteria set forth in Chapter 12.55 which are applicable to the issuance, suspension, or revocation of a sidewalk vending license. The appellant shall be notified of the decision of the City Manager by mailed, written notice. The decision of the City Manager shall be final. No suspension or revocation of a sidewalk vending license pursuant to this Chapter shall be deemed effective during the pendency of a timely filed appeal until the date of mailing of the City Manager’s, decision. Provided, however, no sidewalk vending license holder awaiting a revocation hearing shall operate during any period of time in which the insurance coverage required by this section is not in full force and effect or pending a denial hearing.
12.55.090 Sidewalk vending license nontransferable.
No sidewalk vending license granted pursuant to this Chapter shall be transferable. Any change in ownership or operation of a cart requires a new sidewalk vending license under this Chapter
12.55.100 Locations where prohibited.
No sidewalk vendor shall set up a vending cart or otherwise operate in any of the following locations:
(a) Residential Zones. In areas that are zoned exclusively for residential use. This prohibition does not extend to roaming sidewalk vendors.
(b) ADA Path of Travel. In a location or manner that blocks or impedes the free movement of pedestrians or vehicles. Sidewalk vendors must at all times provide a clearance of not less than four (4) feet on all sidewalks or pedestrian areas so as to enable persons to freely pass while walking, running, or using mobility assistance devices and to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Public Law 101336) and any other disability access standards.
(c) Parks.
(1) In parks where the city has signed an agreement for concessions that exclusively permits the sale of food or merchandise by the concessionaire. Stationary sidewalk vendors may vend in parks that do not have signed agreements for exclusive food or merchandise concessionaires if they comply with all the requirements of this Chapter. This prohibition does not extend to roaming sidewalk vendors. (2) In any city park during hours that the park is not open to the public. (3) On or within 50 feet of any playground, sports and recreation facilities as defined in CMC Section
18.20.020, fountain, statue, monument, art installation, or park restrooms. (4) On or within 25 feet of any park benches, picnic areas, or park furniture. (5) As necessary to ensure the public’s use and enjoyment of natural resources and recreational opportunities. (6) As necessary to prevent an undue concentration of commercial activity that unreasonably interferes with the scenic and natural character of the park.
(d) Farmers Markets, Swap Meets, Temporary Special Events. Within five hundred (500) feet of a permitted certified farmers’ market, a permitted swap meet, or any area subject to a temporary special event permit during the operating hours thereof. The distance shall be measured from the nearest boundary of the parcel and/or edge of the designated area authorized for the event.
(e) Landscaped Areas. In areas improved with lawns, flowers, shrubs, street trees, or other landscaping.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(f) Roadways, Medians, Dividers, Trails. Upon or within any trail, roadway, median strip, or dividing section, or where placement impedes the flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic. (g) City Parking. In any City-owned or operated parking area or parking lot, including the parking lot of a public park.
(h) Public Parking. Within any marked parking space or stall in any public parking lot, as may be designated with paint or other markings to indicate where parking is permitted. (i) Within fifteen (15) feet of a driveway, driveway apron, or alley approach. (j) Within ten (10) feet of a utility meter, manhole, service box, tree well, streetlight pole, power pole, telecommunications pole, or other above-ground utility. (k) Within twenty-five (25) feet of:
(1) A street corner, controlled intersection, marked crosswalk, or the curb return of any unmarked crosswalk. (2) A traffic signal.
(3) A fire hydrant, fire call box, traffic signal controller cabinet, or other emergency apparatus, equipment, or facility.
(4) Any curb controls.
(5) A bus stop, bus shelter, or bus bench.
(6) The entrance, exit, or emergency exit to a business, building, structure, or facility during the hours that the business, building, structure, or facility is open to the public. (7) A trash receptacle, bike rack, public restroom, public benches, tables, or furniture, or similar public use items.
(8) An automated teller machine (ATM).
(9) An outdoor dining area.
(10) A stationary sidewalk vendor with a valid sidewalk vending license. (l) Within one hundred (100) feet of:
(1) A police officer, firefighter, lifeguard, or emergency service personnel who are actively performing their duties or providing services to the public.
(2) A freeway on ramp or a freeway off ramp.
(3) Any pedestrian or vehicular entrance to any public or private school facility during lunch, and not within one hour before or one hour after school drop off and pick up operations. (4) A motor vehicle vendor with a valid vendor license. (m) City Facilities. At any city facility where business is being conducted.
12.55.110 Operational requirements.
In addition to the other requirements of this Chapter, all sidewalk vendors shall comply with the following operational requirements:
(a) All food and goods/merchandise shall be stored either inside or affixed to a cart or carried by the sidewalk vendor. Food and merchandise shall not be stored, placed, or kept on public or private property. Food and Exhibit B to Attachment 1
merchandise cannot be displayed on the ground, or on public use items including, but not limited to, benches, tables, and utility boxes.
(b) No vendor shall set up tables, tents, awnings, freestanding umbrellas, or customer seating areas. (c) The overall space taken up by the cart, including any food or goods/merchandise affixed to the cart, except as provided in (1) below, shall not exceed fifteen (15) square feet (calculated by multiplying the length times the width), and also not exceed a linear distance greater than five (5) feet on any one side. Merchandise such as banners, flags, and pennants must be displayed directly on the cart and shall not extend above or beyond the cart. (1) One umbrella not exceeding six (6) feet in diameter or six (6) feet on any one side may be attached solely to the cart. The umbrella shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height as measured from the ground and shall not extend laterally more than one (1) foot beyond the cart. (d) Sidewalk vendors shall provide a trash receptacle for customers in or on their cart and shall ensure proper disposal of customer trash. Prior to leaving any vending location, the sidewalk vendor shall pick up, remove, and properly dispose of all trash or refuse generated by the vending operations or the sidewalk vendor’s customers within a fifteen (15) foot radius of the vending location. (e) Sidewalk vendors shall immediately clean up any trash, food, grease, or any other fluid or item that falls on public property related to sidewalk vending activities. (f) Sidewalk vendors of food or food products shall possess and display in plain view on the cart a valid public Health Department Permit and operate in accordance with such Permit. (g) Sidewalk vendors shall possess and display in plain view on the cart or on the sidewalk vendor’s person at all times while vending, a valid sidewalk vending license issued pursuant to this Chapter, a valid City-issued business license, as well as any other permit or license required by the City and any other appropriate governmental agency. (h) All signage and advertising related to the sidewalk vendor shall be attached to the cart or the sidewalk vendor’s person. No signs or displays may be placed on public or private property. Lighted signs are prohibited. (i) To the extent permitted by law, sidewalk vendors shall enter into an agreement indemnifying, defending, holding harmless, and releasing the City of all liability in the event of an accident or injury resulting from the sidewalk vendor’s location or operations, and every sidewalk vendor shall maintain and possess at all times while vending a general liability and property damage insurance policy, together with an insured endorsement, in a form and amounts acceptable to the City Attorney. Such policies shall name the city as an additional insured. (j) Sidewalk vendors shall comply with all applicable federal, state, County, and local laws, including without limitation:
(1) State and County food preparation, handling, and labeling requirements; (2) Fire codes and regulations;
(3) Noise standards;
(4) Firearms regulations;
(5) Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, cannabis, electronic cigarettes, smoking devices and controlled substances regulations;
(5) Sanitation and health standards; and
(6) Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other disability access standards (both state and federal).
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(k) All sidewalk vendors shall allow a police officer, firefighter, fire prevention specialist, code enforcement officer, health inspector, or other government official charged with enforcing laws related to the sidewalk vendor’s activities, at any time, to inspect their cart.
(l) Carts shall not be chained, fastened, or affixed at any time to any building or structure, including, but not limited to, lampposts, parking meters, traffic signals, fire hydrants, benches, bus shelters, trash cans, street signs, trees, or any other objects within public property or the public right-of-way. No cart shall become a permanent fixture at the vending location or be considered an improvement to real property. (m) Carts shall not be left unattended or stored on public property or within the public right-of-way. Carts shall be removed from public property or from the public right-of-way when not in active use by a sidewalk vendor. (n) Carts must include any power, fuel, cooling, cooking, shading, or heating source or equipment. Sidewalk vendors shall not attach or use water spigots, fountains, or lines; generators; electrical outlets, lines, or cords; or gas lines while vending.
(o) Sidewalk vendors shall only use heating methods powered by electricity, butane, propane, or natural gas. Any sidewalk vendor using cooking or heating equipment shall have a fire extinguisher. Propane, natural gas, or butane cylinder tanks must be 20-pound tanks or less; stored in an upright position during use; positioned in such a way to prevent falling, tripping, and tampering; and shall not cause a hazard. (p) Sidewalk vendors shall not place any type of fencing or other dividers around the cart. (q) Sidewalk vendors shall not vend alcohol, cannabis or cannabis accessories (as defined in CMC Section
5.80.020), adult-oriented material, adult-oriented merchandise (as defined in CMC Section 5.75.020), tobacco, tobacco products, tobacco paraphernalia (as defined in CMC Section 5.100.100), prohibited substances or other paraphernalia (as defined in CMC Section 9.05.020), fireworks, flammable or toxic materials, prescription drugs or medical supplies, counterfeit goods, stolen merchandise, or any weapons (including ammunition, knives, air soft guns, pellet guns, paintball guns, or anything that may resemble a gun). (r) Sidewalk vendors shall not vend live animals, wildlife, fish, fowl, or insects. (s) Sidewalk vendors shall not vend out of a parked vehicle or to customers in vehicles. (t) Sidewalk vendors shall not rent out merchandise or goods or vend services. (u) No sidewalk vendor or cart may use an analog, mechanical, or electronic instrument or device that produces sound.
(v) Roaming sidewalk vendors shall move continuously, except when conducting a sale, which must last no more than fifteen (15) minutes. In no event shall a roaming sidewalk vendor conduct their operations in a manner to constitute operating in a fixed location.
(w) Stationary sidewalk vendors who operate after daylight hours shall provide adequate lighting that may be necessary to ensure customer safety. Lighting shall be directed downwards and away from adjacent properties. (x) Unless exempted by Health and Safety Code Sections 114368.7 or 114315 (as applicable) or otherwise set forth in an approved sidewalk vending license, a stationary sidewalk vendor who vends food must operate within two hundred (200) feet of a functioning and readily available toilet and handwashing facility. If the toilet and handwashing facility is located on private property, the sidewalk vendor must possess a copy of an enforceable contract between the private property owner and the sidewalk vendor allowing the vendor to utilize such facilities, including the days and hours of operation.
(y) Sidewalk vending shall be limited to the following hours:
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(1) In residential areas (i.e., zoned exclusively for residential use), roaming sidewalk vending shall be permitted between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Pursuant to Section 12.55.100(a), stationary sidewalk vending is prohibited in such areas.
(2) In nonresidential areas, sidewalk vending hours shall be specified in the approved sidewalk vending license; limitations on the hours of operation for sidewalk vending shall not be more restrictive than any limitations on hours of operation imposed on other businesses or uses on the same street. (3) In parks, sidewalk vending shall be permitted during the hours the parks are open to the public. (z) No more than three carts shall be operated by the same or substantially similar sidewalk vendor. For purposes of determining if this standard applies, the City Manager is hereby delegated the authority to determine whether or not vendors are “the same or substantially similar” using those criteria the City Manager deems appropriate.
12.55.120 Violations - penalties.
Sidewalk vending in violation of this Chapter will not be punishable as a criminal infraction or misdemeanor, but will be subject to the following:
(a) For vending without a sidewalk vending license, an administrative citation together with an administrative fine not to exceed:
(1) Two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for a first violation; or (2) Five hundred dollars ($500.00) for a second violation within one year of the first violation; or (3) One thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation. (4) Upon proof of a valid sidewalk vending license issued by the Planning Division, the administrative fine in Section 12.55.130(a) will be reduced to the corresponding administrative fine in Section 12.55.130(b). (b) For every other violation of this Chapter, an administrative citation together with an administrative fine not to exceed:
(1) One hundred dollars ($100.00) for a first violation; or (2) Two hundred dollars ($200.00) for a second violation within one year of the first violation; or (3) Five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation. (4) The Director may rescind a sidewalk vending license for the remaining term of the license upon a fourth or subsequent violation of this Chapter. Such rescission of the sidewalk vending license is final and not subject to the appeal procedures set forth in Section 12.55.070 (Appeals). (c) Failure to pay an administrative fine is not punishable as an infraction or misdemeanor. No person alleged to have violated the provisions herein shall be subject to arrest except when otherwise permitted by law. Additional fines, fees, assessments, or any other financial conditions beyond those authorized will not be assessed. However, the City may levy a lien on the violator’s real or personal property, including the cart used for vending purposes. (d) An administrative violation constitutes a separate and distinct violation for each day that it exists, and each such violation may be subject to the maximum fine permitted under this Chapter. (e) The procedures for issuing and appealing administrative citations and fines under this section shall be as set forth under CMC Sections 12.55.070, 12.55.080, and 12.55.130.
12.55.130 Ability-to-pay determination
When assessing administrative citations pursuant to this section, the hearing officer shall take into consideration the person’s ability to pay the fine.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
(a) Any fine issued under Section 12.55.120 will be accompanied with a notice of and instruction regarding the right to request an ability-to-pay determination. The person may request an ability-to-pay determination at adjudication or while the judgment remains unpaid, including when a case is delinquent or has been referred to a comprehensive collection program.
(b) If the requestor meets the criteria described in subdivision (a) or (b) of Government Code Section 68632, as may be amended, the Director will limit the total amount of the requestor’s administrative fine to twenty (20) percent of the total and may:
(1) Allow the person to complete community service in lieu of paying the total administrative fine; or (2) Waive all or part of the administrative fine; or
(3) Offer an alternative disposition.
Exhibit B to Attachment 1
Chapter 18.20
GENERAL TERMS
Sections:
Article I. Use Classifications
18.20.010 Purpose and applicability.
18.20.020 Use classifications.
Article II. Definitions
18.20.030 Definitions.
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18.20.030 Definitions.
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"Cart" means any pushcart, pedal-driven cart, wagon, bicycle, tricycle, display, rack, showcase, stand, table, display, or other non-motorized cart or conveyance (that is not a vehicle as defined in the California Vehicle Code), other wheeled container or mechanism, and includes a stationary cart or a roaming cart. […]
“Vendor” means a person who sells, offers to sell, barters, exchanges, distributes, or displays, whether gratis, or for any type of compensation or donation, any type of food, wares, merchandise, samples, coupons, or service at any location other than within a building or structure constructed on a permanent foundation which is occupied, rented, leased, or owned by that person. A person engaged in a business conducted from a building or structure constructed on a permanent foundation that involves outdoor display, sale, or storage of the same types of goods or merchandise sold as part of the primary business activity on those premises shall not be considered a vendor under this Title 18 (Development Code). Sidewalk cafes regulated by CMC 18.200.190 are not considered to be vendors under this Title. This definition also includes any person who solicits orders and as a separate transaction makes deliveries to purchasers as part of the scheme to evade the provisions of this Title. “Vendor motor vehicle,” is a motor vehicle from which food items, wares, or other merchandise and/or services are offered for sale, barter, or exchange. A vendor motor vehicle is any vehicle used for commercial purposes including, but not limited to, travel trailers, recreational vehicles, and vans.
Exhibit C to Attachment 1
Chapter 18.200
STANDARDS FOR SPECIFIC USES
Sections:
18.200.010 Purpose.
18.200.020 Applicability.
18.200.030 Accessory structures.
18.200.040 Alcoholic beverage sales.
18.200.050 Child day care facilities.
18.200.060 Drive-through facilities.
18.200.070 Emergency shelter and homeless shelters.
18.200.080 Entertainment uses.
18.200.090 Gas stations and car washes.
18.200.100 Home-based businesses.
18.200.110 Live/work or work/live units.
18.200.120 Manufactured homes.
18.200.130 Mechanical and electronic games.
18.200.140 Mixed-use projects.
18.200.150 Mobile home parks.
18.200.160 Outdoor sales and displays.
18.200.170 Recycling facilities.
18.200.180 Accessory dwelling units.
18.200.190 Sidewalk cafes and outdoor eating areas.
18.200.200 Temporary uses and structures.
18.200.210 Food vendor group sites.
18.200.220 Convenience stores.
18.200.230 Lot consolidation incentive program.
18.200.210 Food vendor group sites.
Where allowed by Division II (Zoning Districts – Uses and Standards), food vendor group sites shall comply with the requirements of this section.
A. Purpose. This section provides standards for food vendor group sites, established on private or public property, where allowed by Division II (Zoning Districts – Uses and Standards). Food vendors can bring vitality, pedestrian activity, and spillover economic activity to the surrounding areas while protecting the health, safety, convenience, prosperity, and general welfare of the city and surrounding businesses. It is the intent of these regulations to assure a minimum level of cleanliness, quality, and security.
B. Applicability.
1. This section shall only apply to food vendor group sites and all other vendor sites and sales shall comply with the provisions in CMC Chapter 12.50, Vendors and Chapter 12.55, Sidewalk Vending.
2. Notwithstanding the provisions in this section, all vendors shall also comply with the requirements in CMC
12.50.010 through 12.50.040.
3. This section shall not apply to food vending that occurs as part of a permitted certified farmers’ market, permitted swap meet, or special event; when licensed by the city as a concessionaire or via a duly-issued City of Concord permit for the use of public parks pursuant to CMC Section 4.05.040; or when permitted through a temporary use permit or special event permit.
Exhibit C to Attachment 1
C. Definition.
1. Food Vending. The sale of pre-packaged or prepared foods from a food vendor unit. Food vending activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
a. The sale of food prepared off site in a commercial kitchen and/or prepared on site within the food vendor unit kitchen, per Contra Costa County health regulations. b. Food served from the food vendor unit.
c. Take-out counter and space for customer queuing.
d. Prepared food served in disposable wrappers, plates, or containers and sold for on-site or off-site consumption.
2. Food Vendor Unit. A vendor mobile vehicle, truck, trailer, cart, food stand, or other portable equipment from which food vending occurs on public or private property that is not a construction site, sidewalk, pedestrian path, or public right-of-way.
3. Food Vendor. A person who is engaged in food vending.
4. Food Vendor Group Site. A site approved for the stationary operation of one or more mobile food vendors clustered together on a single private or public property not within the public right-of-way, where allowed by Division II (Zoning Districts – Uses and Standards), for a specific duration and frequency and subject to specific conditions of approval.
5. Food Vendor Group Site Operator. The individual directly responsible for organizing and/or conducting the food vendor group site and/or the facility manager, or respective designee, for the purpose of determining liability for damage to city or public facilities as a result of a food vendor group site.
6. Permitted Swap Meet. A location operated in accordance with Article 6 (commencing with Section 21660) of Chapter 9 of Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, and any regulations adopted pursuant to that article.
D. General Requirements.
1. Location. Food vendor group sites shall not be located on the same parcel as, or within 100 feet from, any of the following uses (as measured in a straight line between the property line of the parcel containing the food vendor group site to the respective parcels containing the uses below):
a. Schools. Any school, unless specifically authorized by the school. b. Parks. Any public park or recreation area unless specifically authorized by the city. c. Restaurants. Any full service, limited service, or drive-through restaurant, unless specifically authorized by the restaurant.
d. Bars, nightclubs or lounges.
2. Number. No more than one food vendor group site shall be allowed on any parcel.
3. Restrooms. Food vendor group sites shall be located within 200 feet of an available functioning restroom facility, which is available for the vendors and their employees and customers, unless otherwise set forth in the permit approval for the food vendor group site.
4. Hours of Operation. Unless more restrictive hours are set forth in the permit approval, food vendor group site activities shall not be conducted before 7:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m., and all vendor units shall be cleared from the site by 10:00 p.m..
Exhibit C to Attachment 1
5. Site Circulation.
a. Food vendor units shall not impede circulation, block driveways, drive aisles, parking spaces, or other site improvements which are required for other businesses or uses on the property. b. Food vendor group sites shall not locate in or block parking spaces which serve as required parking for any other business or use on the property.
c. Each food vendor unit at a food vendor group site shall be sited in a manner to ensure that the customer queue maintains a minimum five feet of unobstructed clear path along any public sidewalk or right-of-way when the service window faces the street or sidewalk.
d. Safe and adequate parking shall be provided for customers of the food vendor group site; the number of spaces and the layout shall be submitted with the application for a food vendor group site.
6. Site Conditions. The food vendor group site operator shall be responsible for the improvement, maintenance, and compliance with the following standards:
a. The site, any required improvements, adjacent right-of-way, and properties within 100 feet of the site shall be kept litter-free during all hours of operation. Trash or refuse generated by the food vending activities shall be picked up, removed, and properly disposed of. b. All areas of the site to be used by food vendor units and parking shall be graded and properly drained and maintained in a dust-free manner. Surfaces shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement concrete, porous asphalt/porous concrete, paving units, or functional equivalent approved by the city engineer. c. Installation and maintenance of adequate lighting to ensure vendor and customer safety consistent with the city’s photometric standards for a high-use pedestrian activity area, including an average illumination of 4 to 5 foot-candles, a uniformity ratio (max to min) of up to 6:1, and a lighting loss factor of 0.80 (HPS/LPS), 0.85 (Incandescent), or 0.90 (LED/fluorescent). All lighting shall be directed downwards and away from adjacent properties and public streets.
d. Ongoing arrangements and costs for the collection and disposal of waste and trash after each food vendor group site event.
e. The layout of the food vendor group site shall comply with the approved permit and maintain site circulation and access consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). f. Installation, maintenance, and storage of other site amenities such as tables and chairs, portable restroom facilities, and/or temporary shade structures, as required.
7. Security. The food vendor group site operator shall ensure that adequate safety and security measures are implemented, as directed by the Chief of Police or designee.
8. Display and Appearance of Food Vendor Units.
a. Each food vendor unit shall display a current business license and current health department permit in plain view, as required by the health department.
b. Food vendor units shall be maintained in movable condition at all times. c. Signage shall be limited to approved graphics on the food vendor unit and one A-frame menu board placed within 15 feet of the food vendor unit. All other signage, including temporary and portable signs, is prohibited.
9. Alcohol. The serving or consumption of alcohol is prohibited at food vendor group sites.
Exhibit C to Attachment 1
10. Storage. Any exterior storage of refuse, equipment, or materials associated with the food vendor group site and each food vendor unit shall be prohibited on the site except during operating hours.
11. Solid Waste and Recycling. Food vendor group sites shall comply with the following:
a. Each food vendor shall provide at least one 32-gallon trash receptacle and a recycling bin located within 15 feet of their food vendor unit.
b. During hours of vending operations, a staff person shall pick up and dispose of any trash within the food vendor group site as soon as possible, but not less than once every hour.
E. Permit Requirements. Where allowed by Division II (Zoning Districts – Uses and Standards), an administrative permit or minor use permit shall be required, in accordance with Division VII (Permits and Permit Procedures).
F. Conditions of Approval. In addition to the requirements in this section, additional conditions may be required as determined necessary to protect the public health, safety, welfare, and order, and to minimize adverse impacts upon the surrounding neighborhood and the general community, including, but not limited to, litter, noise, lighting, odors, or smoke.
[Ord. 14-6 § 11].
Exhibit C to Attachment 1
Res. No. 25-XX 1
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CONCORD
COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A Resolution Establishing Sidewalk Vending License
Fees and Fines by Amending Exhibit A to Resolution
No. 78-6042 Establishing Fees and Charges for
Various Municipal Services in the City of Concord
Resolution No. 25-XX
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WHEREAS, the City has the authority to impose fees, charges, and rates to offset the costs for municipal services and regulatory programs under its police powers under California Constitution Article XI Section 7; and
WHEREAS, the City Council provides a variety of municipal services and regulatory programs; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 78-6042 on October 9, 1978, establishing a master resolution within which various municipal fees and charges would be located; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has, through prior actions, amended Resolution No. 78-6042 in order to adopt, modify, or delete certain Fees and Charges; and WHEREAS, it is the general policy of the City to charge for the full costs of services provided by City Staff when such services benefit individual users rather than members of the community as a whole; and
WHEREAS, to better achieve the City’s cost recovery goals, the City Council deems it advisable and in the best interests of the City to adopt, modify, delete, and update certain Fees and Charges, included in the City’s Fees and Charges Schedule via amendments to Exhibit A to Resolution No. 78-6042; and
WHEREAS, the proposed modifications to the Fees and Charges, contained in Exhibit A comply with Article XIII-C of the California Constitution because they are either (1) charges imposed for a specific government service or product that are not imposed on those not receiving the service or product and do not exceed the City’s reasonable costs of providing the service or product; (2) charges Attachment 2
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imposed for the reasonable regulatory costs to the City for issuing licenses and permits, performing investigations, inspections, and audits, and administrative enforcement and adjudication thereof; or (3) charges imposed for entrance to or use of local government property, or the purchase, rental, or lease of local government property; and
WHEREAS, the City Council may adopt any fee or charge by ordinance if it is permitted to adopt the fee or charge by resolution; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 66016 applies to the adoption or increase of fees for zoning variances, zoning changes, use permits, building inspections, building permits, filing and processing applications and petitions filed with the LAFCO, the processing of subdivision maps, and planning services; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 66018 applies to the adoption or increase of fees to which a specific statutory notice requirement does not apply; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code Sections 66016 and 66018 the enactment or increase in any fees to be charged for services must be adopted by the City Council by ordinance or resolution, after providing notice and holding a public hearing; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code Section 66016, the data required to be made available to the public prior to increasing the amount of the fees by this Ordinance was made available for public review at least ten (10) days prior to the date of this meeting; and WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing on the Fees and Charges was published in accordance with Government Code Sections 66018 and 6062a; and
WHEREAS, on June 3, 2025, the City Council introduced Ordinance No. 25-XX (An Ordinance amending Concord Municipal Code, Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations), Section
5.90.010 (Solicitors and Peddlers), Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Other Public Places), Chapter
12.50 (Vendors), Title 18, Sections 18.20.030 (Definitions) and 18.200.210 (Food Vendor Group Sites), and adding Title 12, Chapter 12.55 (Sidewalk Vending) (“Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, the Ordinance requires the payment of an application fee to receive a vendor license; and
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WHEREAS, amendments to Table D, Permit Center Fees and Table E, Police Fees, to Resolution No. 78-6042 as shown in Exhibit A of this Resolution are necessary to establish the appropriate vendor license fees; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a public hearing on June 3, 2025, at which time members of the public were afforded the opportunity to address the City Council regarding this matter; and WHEREAS, upon the close of the public hearing, the City Council deliberated upon the oral report from City staff, the written report from City staff dated June 3, 2025, together with oral and written testimony and other relevant information received during the course of the public hearing (“Fee Information”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that Table D, Permit Center Fees and Table E, Police Fees, in Exhibit A to Resolution No. 78-6042 shall be amended to include Vendor License fees and fines as indicated in Exhibit A of this Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CONCORD DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The above recitals (which are hereby incorporated by reference) are accurate and constitute findings in this matter and, together with the Fee Information, serve as an adequate and appropriate evidentiary basis for the findings and actions set forth in this Resolution and further makes the following findings.
Section 2. CEQA. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, Public Resources Code §21000, et seq., as amended and implementing State CEQA Guidelines, Title 14, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations (collectively, "CEQA"), the revision to the City's Fees and Charges Schedule does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of Public Resources Code Section 21065, 14 Cal Code Reg. Section 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), or 15378 because it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, or Section 15273 because it involves government funding/fiscal activities. In addition, the revision is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), "Review for Exemptions" of the CEQA Guidelines because there is no
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possibility that the update to the City's Master Fees and Charges Schedule may have a significant effect on the environment, and no further environmental review is required. Moreover, even if the revision does comprise a project for CEQA analysis, it falls within the "common sense" CEQA exemption set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), excluding projects where "it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment." Accordingly, no further environmental review is warranted. This determination reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis.
Section 3. The City Council has reviewed, considered, and evaluated all of the Fee Information prior to acting upon the fee revision.
Section 4. The City Council does hereby amend the City of Concord Fee and Charges Schedule Table D, Permit Center Fees and Table E, Police Fees, in Exhibit A to Resolution No. 78- 6042 to adopt revisions set forth in Exhibit A hereto, effective upon the Ordinance effective date (i.e., thirty (30) days after adoption of the Ordinance). Only the highlighted Fees and Charges, or Fees and Charges shown in redline, are being added, altered, amended, or increased. All other Fees and Charges set forth in Exhibit A will remain in effect as originally adopted.
Section 5. The documents and other materials that constitute the record of proceedings upon which the City Council has based its decision are located in and may be obtained from the City of Concord City Clerk, 1950 Parkside Drive, Concord, CA 94519.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Concord on June 3, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers -
NOES: Councilmembers -
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers -
ABSENT: Councilmembers -
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 25-XX was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Concord on June 3, 2025.
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Joelle Fockler, MMC
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Susanne Meyer Brown
City Attorney
Attachment: Exhibit A - Redline of Table D, Permit Center Fees and Table E, Police Fees
Exhibit A to Attachment 1
Fees and Charges for Various Municipal Services
D. Permit Center Fees
Date of Last Adoption: 5-28-2024
Ord. No. 24-4
1 Exhibit A to Attachment 2
Current Fees
Num Description (*) Fee Basis Plan Engr Bldg Tran Total Fee Deposit Date last updated
D. Permit Center Fees
1. Administrative Permit (does not include design review)
1.1 New Use [B] Fixed Fee 275.00 279.00 n/a 230.00 784.00 7/7/2024
1.2 Change of Use/Tenant Fixed Fee 275.00 279.00 57.50 611.50 7/7/2024
1.3 Temporary Use Fixed Fee 495.00 279.00 57.50 831.50 7/16/2023
1.4 Home Based Business [E] Fixed Fee 53.00 n/a 53.00 7/1/2019
1.4.1 Tutoring or Client Based Home Based Business [F] Fixed Fee 330.00 n/a n/a 330.00 7/16/2023
1.5 Minor Exception Fixed Fee 660.00 279.00 230.00 1,169.00 7/16/2023
1.6 Redacted
1.7 Sidewalk Café Pre-Application Review (also requires Encroachment Permit - see section 17) Fixed Fee 330.00 279.00 n/a 230.00 839.00 7/16/2023
1.8 Mobile Vendor Permit (excludes sidewalk vendors pursuant to Gov. Code 51036) New Stationary Vendor License (including sidewalk vendors and food trucks in public streets) Fixed Fee 495.00
220.00
279.00
157.00
n/a 62.50 774.00
439.50
7/16/2023
6/3/2025
1.9 New Roaming Vendor License (including sidewalk vendors and food trucks in public streets) Fixed Fee 220.00 n/a n/a 62.50 282.50 6/3/2025
1.10 Vendor License Renewal (including sidewalk vendors and food trucks in public streets) Fixed Fee 110.00 n/a n/a 62.50 172.50 6/3/2025
1.9 1.11 Seasonal Outdoor Sales (excludes sidewalk vendors pursuant to Gov. Code 51036) Fixed Fee 440.00 115.00 555.00 7/7/2024
1.10 1.12 Seasonal Outdoor Sales - Refundable Security Deposit [A] Security Deposit 2,500.00
1.11 1.13 Administrative Permit with DAC referral (in addition to aforementioned fee(s)) [B] Actual Hours & Fixed Fee Actual Hours 279.00 Actual Hours 600.00 7/1/2021
1.12 1.14 Film Permit [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours 1,200.00 7/16/2023
2. Animal Permit 550.00 550.00 7/16/2023
3. Annexation
3.1 Planning Review [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours n/a n/a 25,000.00
3.2 Engineering Review:
3.2.1 Area of 2.5 acres or less Fixed Fee n/a 3,353.00 n/a 3,353.00 7/1/2019
3.2.2 Area larger than 2.5 acres, but not larger than 25 acres Fixed Fee n/a 4,751.00 n/a 4,751.00 7/1/2019
3.2.3 Area larger than 25 acres Fixed Fee n/a 6,427.00 n/a 6,427.00 7/1/2019
3.3 Out of area sewer service application (LAFCO application processing) Fixed Fee n/a 2,795.00 n/a 2,795.00 7/1/2019
4. Appeal [E] [F] -
4.1 Staff Interpretation/Administrative Decision (+ Public Notification D.33) Fixed Fee 138.00 n/a n/a 138.00 7/1/2022
4.2 To Planning Commission (+Public Notification D.33) Fixed Fee 138.00 n/a n/a 138.00 7/1/2022
4.3 To City Council (+Public Notification D.33) Fixed Fee 138.00 n/a n/a 138.00 7/1/2022
5. Application Acceptability Review/Initial Meeting Fixed Fee 330.00 279.00 230.00 839.00 7/7/2024
6. Building Move/Relocation Application [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours n/a 1,500.00 NOTE: Encroachment and/or Building permits may be required.
7. Building Permit, Plan Review & Inspection
7.1 Building Division Fees See Table
3a
7.2 Additional Plan Review - Planning & Engineering
NOTE: Includes required plan review for all construction codes adopted by the City. The fee includes one round of comments plus one back check. Additional plan review required following the back check will be charged based upon the plan review hourly rate.
7.2.1 Initial Application Review Fixed Fee 220.00 157.00 230.00 607.00 7/16/2023
7.2.2 Plot Plan (Final Grading and Drainage Review (single lot, part of subdivision)) Fixed Fee 220.00 279.00 499.00 7/16/2023
7.2.3 Other Plan Review as Required [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours n/a Actual Hours 1,500.00
7.3 Plot Plan (Final Grading and Drainage Improvements) Inspection (single lot, part of a subdivision) [B] Actual Hours n/a Actual Hours n/a 1,500.00
7.3 Building Permit Stormwater Pollution Prevention Compliance Plan Review Please refer to Section 39 for related fees.
7.3.1 Coordination (1/2 hour) Fixed Fee n/a 140.00 n/a 140.00 7/1/2019
7.3.2 Additional time (per hour) [B] Actual Hours n/a Actual Hours n/a 500.00
7.3.3 C.3 service fee for permits increasing impervious surface Valuation- Based See Table 3a
8. Child Care Program See Table
3a
9. Condition Compliance and Mitigation Monitoring
9.1 Project Condition Compliance and Migitation Monitoring [B] Actual Hours & Fixed Fee Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours Varies $3,000-15,000 7/16/2023
9.3 Stormwater Facility Certification [B] Actual Hours n/a Actual Hours 1,500.00
9.4 Specialized Condition Compliance - conducted by consultant [A] Cost + 20% Admin Fee
Cost + 20%
Admin Fee
10. Design and Site Review
10.1 Design and Site Review
10.1.1 Staff review (including Design and Site Review Amendments) [B] Actual Hours & Fixed Fee Actual Hours Actual Hours 215.00 Actual Hours Varies 2,500.00 7/16/2023
10.1.2 Staff and DRB review (including Design and Site Review Amendments) [B] Actual Hours & Fixed Fee Actual Hours Actual Hours 215.00 Actual Hours Varies 6,500.00 7/16/2023
10.1.3 Conceputal Design Review [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours n/a n/a n/a $1,000 7/1/2020
10.2 Design and Site Review Extension Fixed Fee 660.00 660.00 7/16/2023
Exhibit A to Attachment 1
Fees and Charges for Various Municipal Services
D. Permit Center Fees
Date of Last Adoption: 5-28-2024
Ord. No. 24-4
10 Exhibit A to Attachment 2
Current Fees
Num Description (*) Fee Basis Plan Engr Bldg
Tran Total Fee Deposit Date last
updated
39.4 Permit extension request Fixed Fee n/a 157.00 n/a 157.00 7/1/2021
39.5 Project archiving and closeout (major projects only) [B] Actual Hours n/a Actual Hours n/a 1,500.00
39.6 Penalties
39.6.1 Penalty for commencing work without permit (note: repeat offenders will be subject to increasing penalties at the discretion of the City Engineer)
Permit Fees
Doubled n/a 2X Permit Fee n/a 2X Permit
Fee
39.6.2 Penalty for work done without scheduling the required inspection (note: repeat offenders will be subject to increasing penalties at the discretion of the City Engineer) 1 additional
hour charged
per incident
n/a
176.00
n/a
176.00
7/1/2019
39.7.1 City Processing Fee Fixed Fee 432.50 432.50 7/16/2023
39.7.2 County Recording Fee Actual Cost Actual Cost Actual Cost 7/1/2021 40 Staff Interpretation [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours 3,000.00 7/7/2024 41 Storm Water Treatment Controls 7/7/2024
41.1 Permit Processing, Administration & Other Fees 7/7/2024
41.1.1 Pre-Engineering (For initial meeting) Fixed Fee n/a 558.00 n/a 558.00 7/7/2024
41.1.2 Application processing Fixed Fee n/a 157.00 n/a 157.00 7/7/2024
41.1.3 Filing fee exclusive of processing and inspection fees Fixed Fee n/a 78.00 n/a 78.00 7/7/2024
41.2 Storm Water Treatment Controls Plan Review * 7/7/2024 Note: Includes initial submission and two revisions 7/7/2024
41.2.1 Base Cost (Improvements cost ≤ $100,000, plus cost per $5K increment) Fixed Fee n/a 279.00 n/a 279.00 7/7/2024
41.2.2 per each addtl $5,000 increment, or fraction thereof Fixed Fee (Increment) n/a
279.00 n/a 7/7/2024
41.2.3 Base Cost (improvement cost $100,001 - $500,000, plus cost per $5K increment) Fixed Fee n/a 5,859.00 n/a 5,859.00 7/7/2024
41.2.4 per each addtl $5,000 increment more than $100,000, or fraction thereof Fixed Fee (Increment) n/a
209.00 n/a 7/7/2024
41.2.5 Base Cost (Improvement cost > $500,001, plus cost per $5K increment) Fixed Fee n/a 22,579.00 n/a 22,579.00 7/7/2024
41.2.6 per each addtl $5,000 increment more than $500,000, or fraction thereof Fixed Fee (Increment) n/a
140.00 n/a 7/7/2024
41.2.7 Plan Re-Check (hourly) [B] Actual Hours n/a 279.00 n/a 279.00 1,500.00 7/7/2024
41.3 Storm Water Treatment Controls 7/7/2024
41.3.1 Base Improvement cost ≤ $100,000, plus cost of $5K increment Fixed Fee n/a 355.00 n/a 355.00 7/7/2024
41.3.2 per each addtl $5,000 increment, or fraction thereof Fixed Fee (Increment) n/a
355.00 n/a
355.00
7/7/2024
41.3.3 Base Improvement cost $100,001 - $500,000, plus cost of $5K increment Fixed Fee n/a 7,450.00 n/a 7,450.00 7/7/2024
41.3.4 per each addtl $5,000 increment more than $100,000, or fraction thereof Fixed Fee (Increment) n/a
266.00 n/a
266.00
7/7/2024
41.3.5 Improvement cost > $500,001, plus cost of $5K increment Fixed Fee n/a 28,736.00 n/a 28,736.00 7/7/2024
41.3.6 per each addtl $5,000 increment more than $500,000, or fraction thereof Fixed Fee (Increment) n/a
176.00 n/a
176.00
7/7/2024
41.3.7 Review of Operations & Maintenance Agreement Fixed Fee n/a 1,774.00 n/a 1,774.00 7/7/2024
41.3.8 Annual Inspection of Stormwater Treatment Control Fixed Fee n/a 355.00 n/a 355.00 7/7/2024 42 TERPS (Terminal Instrument Procedures Study) [A] Cost + 20% Admin Fee
Cost + 20%
Admin Fee
7/7/2024
43 Tree Preservation & Protection 7/7/2024
43.1 Heritage Tree Designation Fixed Fee 1,760.00 n/a n/a 1,760.00 7/7/2024
43.2 Tree Removal Permit (associated with other develoment applications) [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours n/a 1,500.00 7/7/2024
43.2.2 One (1) to Three (3) protected tree removals (not associated with other development applications) [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours 750.00 7/7/2024
42.2.3 Four (4) or more protected tree removals (not associated with other development applications) [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours 1,250.00 7/7/2024
43.2.4 Emergency Tree Removal [B] Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours 250.00 7/7/2024 44 Use Permit 7/7/2024
44.1 Minor Use Permit 7/7/2024
44.1.1 Existing building without hearing Fixed Fee 1,320.00 558.00 107.50 115.00 2,100.50 7/7/2024
44.1.2 Existing building with hearing [B] Fixed Fee Actual Hours 837.00 107.50 345.00 Varies 3,000.00 7/7/2024
44.1.3 44.1.1 New Construction without hearing Fixed Fee 2,640.00 1,116.00 215.00 230.00 4,201.00 7/7/2024
44.1.4 44.1.2 New Construction with hearing Fixed Fee 4,400.00 1,953.00 215.00 460.00 7,028.00 7/7/2024
44.1.3 All other project types without hearing Fixed Fee 1,320.00 558.00 107.50 115.00 2,100.50 6/3/2025
44.1.4 All other project types with hearing Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours Actual Hours 3,000.00 6/3/2025
44.2 Home Based Business - Visiting Clientele Fixed Fee 880.00 880.00 7/7/2024
44.3 Minor Use Permit Amendment 7/7/2024
44.3.1 With hearing [B] Fixed Fee Actual Hours 279.00 107.50 230.00 varies 3,000.00 7/7/2024
44.3.2 Without hearing Fixed Fee 880.00 279.00 107.50 115.00 1,381.50 7/7/2024
44.4 Minor Use Permit Extension 7/7/2024
44.4.1 With hearing Fixed Fee 880.00 n/a n/a 880.00 7/7/2024
44.4.2 Without hearing Fixed Fee 440.00 n/a n/a 440.00 7/7/2024
Exhibit A. Resolution 78 6042
Fees and Charges for Various Municipal Services
E. Police Fees
Date of Last Adoption: 5-28-2024
Ord. No. 24-4
Num Description Current Fee Date last
updated
18.1.2.1 Plus State and FBI Livescan Fees
18.1.3. Driver Application Fee – Renewal 36.00 7/1/2019
18.1.4. Driver Transfer Fee 26.00 7/1/2019
18.1.5. Replacement I.D. card 12.00 7/1/2018
18.1.6. Franchise Fee Per Tow 80.00 7/1/2024
18.2. Maximum Rates Chargeable by Rotation List Towing Operators
18.2.1. Straight tow of one hour or less 225.00 7/1/2024
18.2.2. Tow with dolly or car carrier when necessary. Operator must indicate on tow bill why a dolly or car carrier was used 225.00 7/1/2024
18.2.3. Tow services exceeding one hour 225.00 7/1/2024
18.2.3.1 Or
Per 15-minute intervals 56.25 7/1/2024
18.2.4. Non-tow service call – per half hour 9/11/2012
18.2.5. Per towed mile outside the City limits 7/1/2009 No mileage may be charged for towing to an operator's lot located outside the City limits.
18.2.6. Daily storage fee from midnight to midnight – Class A 130.00 7/1/2024
18.2.7. Gate release charge for vehicle pickup before 8 a.m. or after 5 p.m. 110.00 7/1/2024
18.2.8. Release fee per vehicle 175.00 7/1/2024
18.2.9. Drop fee per vehicle 87.50 9/11/2012
18.2.10. Class B (26,001 GVW) tow of one hour or less 300.00 7/1/2021
18.2.11. Daily storage fee from midnight to midnight - Class B 100.00 7/1/2021
18.2.12. Class C (48,000 GVW) tow of one hour or less 350.00 7/1/2021
18.2.13. Daily storage fee from midnight to midnight - Class C 170.00 7/1/2021
18.2.14. Class D (52,000 GVW) tow of one hour or less 465.00 7/1/2021
18.2.15. Daily storage fee from midnight to midnight - Class D 170.00 7/1/2021
18.2.16. Low Boy Trailer 135.00 9/11/2012
18.3. Rates for City of Concord Tows
18.3.1. Class A (14,000 Minimum GVW) per hour Free 9/11/2012
18.3.2. Class B (26,001 Minimum GVW) per hour 125.00 9/11/2012
18.3.3. Class C (48,000 Minimum GVW) per hour 135.00 9/11/2012
18.3.4. Class D (52,000 Minimum GVW) per hour 145.00 9/11/2012
18.3.5. Low Boy Trailer 135.00 9/11/2012
18.4. Tow Management Software fee (Administrative Fee) 20.00 7/1/2024 19 Second Hand Dealer
19.1. Administrative processing fee (Covers the Two-Year Permit Period) 721.00 7/1/2019 20 Sidewalk Vendors
20.1 Vending Without a Sidewalk Vendor License - First Violation 250.00
20.2 Vending Without a Sidewalk Vendor License - Second Violation (Within One Year of the First Violation) 500.00
20.3 Vending Without a Sidewalk Vendor License - Third Violation (Within One Year of the First Violation) 1000.00
20.4 Violation of Other Sidewalk Vending Regulations - First Violation 100.00
20.5 Violation of Other Sidewalk Vending Regulations - Second Violation (Within One Year of the First Violation) 200.00
20.6 Violation of Other Sidewalk Vending Regulations - Third Violation (Within One Year of the First Violation) 500.00 21 Tobacco Retailers License (CMC 5.100.100)
21.1 Administrative and Enforcement Fee 238.00 7/1/2019
21.2 Hearing Fee 477.00 7/1/2019
21.3 Re-inspection Fee 159.00 7/1/2019
22 Vehicle Abatement
22.1 Administration Fee - Vehicle Abatement Procedure 36.00 7/1/2019 23 Vehicle Identification Numbers
23.1 VIN Verification charge (individuals only) 60.00 7/1/2019 24 Vehicle Inspection and Citation Sign Off
24.1 Concord Resident 26.00 7/1/2019
24.2 Non-Concord Resident 26.00 7/1/2019
25 Mechanical and Electronic Games Permits
25.1 Use permit application fee to Police Department to cover cost of investigation (Does not include required State fingerprint processing fee) 878.00 7/1/2019
25.2 Manager's license fee to Police Department to cover cost of investigation. (Charged only if manager is not a Use Permit applicant.) CMC 6-236 (Does not include required State fingerprint processing fee) 597.00 7/1/2019
25.3 Administrative processing fee See B.1 7/1/2017
26 Other Fees
26.1 Referee Sample Request (+ Actual Costs for shipping) …… … 156.00 7/1/2019 27 Commercial Cannabis License/Renewal Fees 4/10/2018
27.1 Commercial Cannabis License Inspection Fees 4/10/2018
27.2 Commercial Cannabis License Modifiction Fees 4/10/2018
27.3 Commercial Cannabis License Processing Fees 4/10/2018
27.4 Fingerprint Processing Fee See E.10 2 4/10/2018
28 Commercial Cannabis License Appeal Fee 4/10/2018
1 The Cannabis business shall maintain a minimum of $5,000 in the deposit account at all times
Chapter 5.90
SOLICITORS AND PEDDLERS
Sections:
5.90.010 Definitions.
5.90.020 Permit requirements and exemptions.
5.90.030 Permit for sponsoring juvenile peddlers.
5.90.040 Permit application.
5.90.050 Fees.
5.90.060 Application review and permit issuance.
5.90.070 Denial of permit.
5.90.080 Permit expiration.
5.90.090 Permit exhibition.
5.90.100 Transfer prohibited.
5.90.110 Entry upon signed premises unlawful.
5.90.120 Hours of solicitation
5.90.130 Permit revocation and temporary suspension.
5.90.140 Notice and hearing.
5.90.150 Appeals
5.90.160 Claims of exemption.
5.90.170 Violations and penalty.
5.90.180 Conflicting ordinances repealed.
5.90.190 Severability
5.90.010 Definitions.
(a) The following words, terms, and phrases, and their derivations, when used in this Article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this Section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
1. Charitable means and includes the words patriotic, philanthropic, social service, health, welfare, benevolent educational, civic, cultural or fraternal, either actual or purported.
2. Contributions mean and include the words alms, money, subscription, property or any donations under a guise of a loan or money or property.
3. Department means the Police Department.
4. Hearing Officer means the City Manager of the City or the designee thereof, provided that the designee shall not be the permitting authority or the Police Chief.
5. Non Commercial Purposes means the purpose of any nonprofit organization which has obtained recognized state or federal tax exempt status.
6. Permit Holder means the person to whom the permit is issued.
7. Peddler means any person who goes upon any private property in the City, not having been invited by the occupant thereof, carrying or transporting goods, wares, magazines, merchandise or personal property of any nature and offering the same for sale. This definition also includes any person who solicits orders and as a separate transaction makes deliveries to purchasers as part of the scheme to evade the provisions of this Attachment 3
Article. Expressly excluded from this definition are persons under the age of 18 years who are selling goods for non-commercial purposes, and sidewalk vendors as defined in Concord Municipal Code Chapter 12.55.
8. Peddling includes all activities ordinarily performed by a peddler as indicated under paragraph 7 of this Section.
9. Permitting Authority means the City Police Department.
10. Person means a natural person or any firm, corporation, association, club, society or other organization.
11. Police Chief means the Chief of Police of the City, or his/her authorized representative.
12. Political means of or related to a local, state or national election conducted by a governmental entity.
13. Purchase means the buying of, offering to buy or the giving of an order for, anything of value, including but not limited to, goods, wares, merchandise, services, tickets, publications and subscriptions to publications.
14. Principal means the sponsoring company, organization or other entity which employs, authorizes or sponsors the solicitor(s) or peddler(s), whether as employees, agents or independent contractors.
15. Solicitor means any person who goes upon any private property in the City, not having been invited by the occupant thereof, for the purpose of directly contacting the occupant to take or attempt to take orders for the sale of goods, merchandise, wares, magazines, or other personal property of any nature for future delivery, or for services to be performed in the future. This definition also includes any person who, without invitation, goes upon private property, to request contribution of funds or anything of value, or sell goods or services for, charitable, religious, or other non-commercial purposes.
16. Solicitation includes all activities ordinarily performed by a solicitor as indicated under paragraph 15 of this Section.
17. Sponsor shall have the same meaning as Principal.
(Code 2002, § 18-441. Ord. No. 06-6)
Attachment 3
Title 12
STREETS, SIDEWALKS, AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES
Chapters:
12.05 Construction of Public Improvements
12.10 Sidewalk and Street Obstructions
12.15 Street Encroachments
12.20 Building Line Setbacks
12.25 Driveways, Curbs, and Sidewalks
12.30 Addressing
12.35 Newsracks
12.40 Parades
12.45 Sidewalk Cafes
12.50 Vendors
12.55 Sidewalk Vending
Attachment 4
Chapter 12.50
VENDORS
Sections:
12.50.010 Findings; intent.
12.50.020 Definitions.
12.50.030 Vending locations; permits and business licenses; vendor operations.
12.50.040 Vendor licenses.
12.50.050 Vendor operationsOperating regulations.
12.50.060 Exemptions.
12.50.070 Procedures and guidelines.
12.50.010 Findings; intent.
(a) The City Council finds that vending by the use of vendor vehicles and carts must be regulated by enactment of this article to ensure the public safety of those traveling on city streets and sidewalks. Vendors operating motor vehicles and vending carts on public or private streets, public rights-of-way, and private property, including construction sites, present a potential safety hazard to motorists, pedestrians, vendor operators, and their patrons due to street geometries, traffic circulation patterns, emergency access, and travel speeds. (b) Vendors operating motor vehicles and vending carts on public or private streets and public rights-of-way within the city present a hazard to motorists, pedestrians, and vendor operators and their patrons. Potential safety hazards may arise from street geometrics, traffic circulation patterns, and from differences between motor vehicles and vendor vehicle travel speeds, especially on arterial streets. Vendor carts operating on the shoulders of streets would be susceptible to a significant degree of accident vulnerability particularly at intersections with higher speeds and traffic volumes. Allowing vendor carts upon public sidewalks is not a reasonable alternative because of limited maneuvering space and pedestrian safety considerations. Lack of or diminished space due to vendors locating on sidewalks could force pedestrians onto busy streets. Locations of street fixtures such as utility vaults, power poles, streetlight standards, traffic signal lights, fire hydrants, street trees, public signs, and mailboxes further constrain available sidewalk space.
(c(b) The intent of this article is to regulate the sale of food, wares, merchandise, and services by vendors in the city.
Vendors, including but not limited to vendor motor vehicles, vendor carts, and all other outdoor sales, except those activities, except as identified in section 12.50.040 (exemptions) exempted by the provisions of this article and CDC
18.200.210, shall be allowed in the city only as permitted by this article.Chapter. (Code 1965, § 6800; Code 2002, § 90-101. Ord. No. 96-8)
12.50.020 Definitions.
The following definitions shall apply to words used in this articleChapter 12.50:
Cart. Any pushcart, pedal-driven cart, wagon, bicycle, tricycle, display, rack, showcase, stand, table, or other non- motorized cart or conveyance (that is not a vehicle as defined in the California Vehicle Code), other wheeled container or mechanism, and includes a stationary cart or a roaming cart.
Ice cream truck. A motor vehicle engaged in the curbside vending or sale of frozen or refrigerated desserts, confections, or novelties commonly known as ice cream, or prepackaged candies, prepackaged snack foods, or soft drinks, primarily intended for the sale to children under 12 years of age, as provided in California Vehicle Code Section 22456, as amended.
Vendor. A person who sells, offers to sell, barters, exchanges, distributes, or displays, whether gratis, or for any type of compensation or donation, any type of food, wares, merchandise, samples, coupons, or service at any location other than within a building or structure constructed on a permanent foundation which is occupied, rented, leased, or owned by that person. A person engaged in a business conducted from a building or structure constructed on a Attachment 4