February 14, 2023
MINUTES
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Nerio-Guerrero, Reynosa, Prado
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
Launer, Thusu
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Alaniz, Hernandez, Hurtado, Iriarte, James, Montejano, Solis, Yanez-via zoom, Webster
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
1.1. Welcome and Call to Order
Mayor Reynosa called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
1.2. Invocation
The invocation was led by Chaplain Susee.
1.3. Pledge of Allegiance
The pledge of allegiance was led by Fire Chief Webster.
2. AGENDA CHANGES OR DELETIONS
To better accommodate members of the public or convenience in the order of presentation, items on the agenda may not be presented or acted upon in the order listed. Additions to Agenda may be added only pursuant to California Government Code section 54954.2(b).
City Clerk/Human Resources Director Alaniz advised that item 4.2 Chamber of Commerce Sponsorship amount has been updated to $750 to reflect the Gold Level Sponsorship for the Annual Chamber Awards Banquet.
3. REQUEST TO ADDRESS COUNCIL
This portion of the meeting is reserved for any person who would like to address the Council on any item that is not on the agenda. Please be advised that State law does not allow the City Council to discuss or take any action on any issue not on the agenda. The City Council may direct staff to follow up on such item(s). Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes. If there is any person wishing to address the City Council at this time please approach the podium and state your name and nature of the request.
None.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, a member of the audience or a Council Member may request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar and it will be considered separately.
4.1. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2023-07 Acquisition of Right of Way for the Kamm/Alta Avenue Roundabout (JW)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-07 by one motion for the following action:
1. Approves the Right-of-Way agreements with Riyan Investments Inc., Dinuba Sequoia Inc., and Hanjrah & Sons Inc.
2. Authorizes the City Manager or designee to sign agreements on behalf of the City for acquisition of property in fee and for a temporary construction easement for public street purposes.
3. Accepts the Right-of-Way dedications for Public Street Purposes and Temporary Construction Easements at both properties.
4. Approve recordation of a Quitclaim Deed releasing the City of Dinuba from the storm water retention basin easement on Stony Creek lot 5.
5. Accept Stony Creek lots 1-5 as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion with the Tulare County Recorder's Office.
4.2. SUBJECT
Dinuba Chamber of Commerce Gold Level Sponsorship for the Annual Chamber Awards Banquet on February 9, 2023 (DJ)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council approve Gold Level sponsorship in the amount of $750 for the Annual Chamber Awards Banquet on February 9, 2023.
4.3. SUBJECT
Dinuba Woman's Club Request for Sponsorship for the 2023 Annual Fundraising Event (DJ)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council approve the sponsorship amount of $500 for the Dinuba Woman's Club fundraising event scheduled to take place on March 18, 2023.
4.4. SUBJECT
Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes (MA)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve City Council meeting minutes of January 24, 2023 as presented.
4.5. SUBJECT
Notice of Completion - Sierra Village Phase 2 (JW)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council to accept the Sierra Village Phase 2 public improvements as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion with the Tulare County Recorder's Office.
4.6. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2023-06 Authorizing Application for 2023 CalHOME Program Funding (IH)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council to adopt Resolution No. 2023-06 authorizing the submittal of a 2023 grant application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for $1,500,000 under the CalHome Program, and authorize the City Manager or Public Works Director to execute the required standard agreement and related program documents.
4.7. SUBJECT
Solis Ministries Community Outreach and Giveaway (SH)
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RECOMMENDATION
Council approve the use of Rose Ann Vuich Park to Solis Ministries Outreach for a community outreach event and waive the park rental fee in the amount of $220.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Nerio-Guerrero, second by Council Member Prado , to review and approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Ayes: Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Launer, Thusu
5. WARRANT REGISTER
5.1. SUBJECT
Warrant Register January 27 & February 3, 10, 2023 (KS) a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve the Warrant Register as presented.
A motion was made by Council Member Prado , second by Vice Mayor NerioGuerrero, to review and approve as presented.
Ayes: Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Launer, Thusu
6. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS
Council Member Prado thanked Director Hernandez and staff for their quick response and clean-up of the graffiti around town. Prado reported attending the GAC meeting and shared that there is a mobile library available from Tulare County, more information is available on the County website. Prado shared that he attended the New Council Member conference last week and learned a lot.
Vice Mayor Nerio-Guerrero reported attending the Montebella Housing Grand Opening, the Chamber Annual Banquet, and the Economic Summit.
Mayor Reynosa reported attending the Chamber Annual Banquet, the Economic Summit, and the Fresno County Blossom Trail events. Reynosa thanked all city departments for their continued work especially the Parks Department for doing a great job.
7. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager James shared that he and City Manager Patlan attended the City Manager's conference last week.
8. CITY STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Administrative Services Director Solis shared that the new part-time Billing Clerk Melissa Renteria's first day is next Tuesday, February 21, 2023.
Fire Chief Webster reported attending the Chamber Annual Banquet, where Michelle Pattillo was awarded Citizen of the Year Award and Michael and Michelle Banks were awarded the Local Heros Award. Webster shared that he attended the Economic Summit Conference and that the Fire Department staff recently rescued a cat with assistance from Public Works. Webster shared that his department has received 51 applications for the Firefighter/EMT recruitment. Webster shared that he will be absent at the next council meeting due to being in Nebraska to review the progress of the new Ladder truck, along with Fire Captain Chastain and Battalion Chief Espino.
Police Chief Iriarte shared that he is working on the backgrounds and pending conditional offers for the Reserve Police Officers applicants. Iriarte also shared that the Full-time Animal Control position has been filled by Sam Hara and Robin Galvan will begin Dispatcher training tomorrow. Iriarte shared that the funeral for Selma Police Officer Carrasco will be held at 10:00 a.m., February 16, 2023, at the Fresno Selland Arena.
Public Works Director Hernandez reported that there will now be three yearly cleanup events on 3/18/2023, 7/8/2023, and 10/14/2023. Hernandez stated that the clean-up information will be added to the utility billing insert for March 2023.
Parks and Community Services Director Hurtado shared information on the Youth Education Sports Camp for 10-17 age group. Hurtado shared that the Senior Center hosted a successful Valentine's Day event and photos will be posted in the upcoming newsletter.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Reynosa adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.