September 10, 2024
MINUTES
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Nerio-Guerrero, Prado, Launer, Reynosa
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
Thusu
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Alaniz, Avila, Chastain, Iriarte, James, Lew, Montejano, Solis
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 Garcia.
1.3. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Assistant City Manager James.
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).
None.
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
Award Contract for Biosolids Removal to Holloway Environmental Solutions, LLC (GA)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council award contract to Holloway Environmental Solutions, LLC for the annual removal of Wastewater Reclamation Facility biosolids in the amount of up to $70,000 and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute contract.
4.2. SUBJECT
City Manager Employment Contract Extension (LP)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to approve a 5-year extension of employment contract for the City Manager.
4.3. SUBJECT
Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes (MA)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve City Council meeting minutes of August 13, 2024 as presented.
4.4. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2024-70 Approving Fiscal Year 2024-25 Salary Schedule (MA)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to adopt Resolution 2024-70 Approving the Fiscal Year Salary Schedule for compliance with the Public Employee's Retirement Law.
4.5. SUBJECT
Authorization to surplus and sell real property located at 168 S L ST (DJ) a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to authorize the surplus and sale of real property located at 168 S L ST (APN: 017-122-011) and authorize staff to execute any and all documents associated with the sale.
4.6. SUBJECT
Resolution No. 2024-68 approving the Intergovernmental Transfer Program (IGT) agreement with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) for EMS Ambulance Transport Services
Reimbursements (KS).
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-68 approving the agreement to participate in the 2023 Intergovernmental Transfer Program (IGT) with the California Department of Health Care Services for EMS Ambulance Transport Services reimbursements, and authorize the City Manager to execute all agreements associated with the program.
A motion was made by Council Member Launer, second by Vice Mayor NerioGuerrero, to review and approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Thusu
5. WARRANT REGISTER
5.1. SUBJECT
Warrant Register August 16, 23, 30 & September 6, 2024 (KS) a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and approve the Warrant Register as presented.
A motion was made by Council Member Prado , second by Council Member Launer, to review and approve the Warrant Register as presented.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Thusu
6. PUBLIC HEARING
6.1. SUBJECT
Public Hearing and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-71 Approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH No. 2024080488) for the 2024 Dinuba ATP Improvements Project funded by the California Active Transportation Program (JW)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council conduct a public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 2024-71 adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the 2024 Dinuba ATP Improvements Project funded by the California Active Transportation Program (ATP).
City Engineer, Watts reported that in 2023 the City of Dinuba was awarded $13,147,00 in ATP funding for various project improvements throughout the city.
The projects included curb and cutter, sidewalk, curb ramps, and streetlights. Watts presented a PowerPoint presentation with project details. Watts stated that as required by the California Environmental Quality Act an environmental study determined no potential significant effects on the environment. Watts reported that after the Public Hearing, staff will move forward and file a Notice of Determination with the Tulare County Clerk's Office.
Council Member Launer asked about the curb and gutter in the Lincoln area. Watts will create an inventory of street projects that are identified but not included in this project. Launer reported locations downtown that need the staff's attention, including around PG&E and Napa Auto Parts.
Mayor Reynosa opened the Public Hearing.
No public comment was made.
Mayor Reynosa closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Nerio-Guerrero, second by Council Member Launer, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-71 adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the 2024 Dinuba ATP Improvements Project funded by the California Active Transportation Program (ATP).
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Thusu
6.2. SUBJECT
Public Hearing and Adoption of Resolution 2024-67 and Ordinace 2024-24 Approving Communitywide Zone Changes (KSch)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council review the Communitywide Zone Changes as presented and take the following actions:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-67 (Attachment “A”) amending the General Plan Land Use Map for Case #20 from "Public-Semi-Public" to "Professional Office."
2. Introduce and conduct the first reading, waive reading in full, of the Ordinance No. 2024-04 (Attachment “B”) amending the City of Dinuba Zoning Map as shown in Exhibit “A” and listed in Exhibit “B”.
City Planning Consultant, Schoettler presented zoning changes as a follow-up to the General Plan. Schoettler reported that the Housing Element has impacted the General Plan and the Zoning map. Scheottler presented a Zone Matrix with details of the new zone districts.
Schoettler reported that this hearing proposes changes to 125 parcels at multiple locations throughout the city. The changes were identified in a presentation to the Council. Schoettler reported that all property owners have been notified of the hearing and a notice has been published in the MidValley Times.
Schoettler reported that an email from the property owner from 6886 Avenue 408 was received before tonight's meeting. The individual also attended the Planning Commission meeting in June and asked questions but did not oppose. Schoettler shared that one option for this resident is to leave his property zoned as is.
Schoettler shared that the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on August 6, 2024, where one property owner questioned the zone change near the new High School. Staff responded to his question and then voted to approve the zone changes.
The Council had multiple questions and concerns.
Mayor Reynosa opened the Public Hearing.
No public comment was made.
Mayor Reynosa closed the Public Hearing.
Due to the Council's concerns with multiple cases, it was decided to continue this discussion until staff made the requested modifications.
7. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
7.1. SUBJECT
Fiscal Year 2023/24 Cash Investment Report for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2024 (KS)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to review and accept the City of Dinuba Cash and Investment report for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023/24.
Administrative Services Director, Solis presented a summary of the city's cash and rates of return on investments for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023/2024.
A motion was made by Council Member Launer, second by Council Member Prado , to accept the City of Dinuba Cash and Investment report for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023/24.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Thusu
7.2. SUBJECT
Notice of Completion - Crawford and Nebraska Avenue Intersection Improvements Project (JW)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to accept the Crawford and Nebraska Avenue Intersection Improvements Project as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion with the Tulare County Recorder's Office.
City Engineer, Watts reported that on December 13, 2022, the City Council authorized an agreement with Tulare County to reconstruct the intersection of Crawford and Nebraska. The project consisted of pavement reconstruction and was completed on June 18, 2024. The Crawford and Nebraska Avenue Intersection Improvements Project is complete. Watts requests the Council's approval to file a Notice of Completion with the Tulare County Recorder's Office.
A motion was made by Council Member Prado , second by Council Member Launer, to accept the Crawford and Nebraska Avenue Intersection Improvements Project as complete and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion with the Tulare County Recorder's Office.
Ayes: Launer, Nerio-Guerrero, Prado , Reynosa
Absent: Thusu
7.3. SUBJECT
Designation of League of California Cities Voting Delegate and Alternate(s) (MA)
a
RECOMMENDATION
Council to appoint a delegate and alternate delegate(s) to vote on matters pertaining to League policy on behalf of the City of Dinuba at the League of California Cities Annual Business Meeting.
City Clerk/Human Resources Director, Alaniz reported that the League of California Cities' Conference will be held on October 16-18, 2024. The City Council must appoint a delegate and alternate delegate to vote on matters of League policy on behalf of the City of Dinuba at the League of California Cities Annual Business Meeting. The City Council may appoint a voting delegate and up to two alternates.
The Council designated Council Member Thusu as the primary delegate and Council Member Launer as the alternate delegate.
8. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS
Council Member Prado reported attending Soccer Opening Day, Back-to-school night, and Football games.
Vice Mayor Nerio-Guerrero reported attending Soccer Opening Day.
Council Member Launer reported attending the TCAG meeting in Exeter, the Senior Center Health Fair, and the State of the City Chamber event. Launer reported participating in the Disposal RFP process site visits and interviews.
Mayor Reynosa reported attending the TCAG meeting and a Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation event. Reynosa visited the roundabout and spoke with Kyle for an update on the PG&E situation. Reynosa is making calls to assist with a resolution.
9. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager James reported that Five Below will hold a Grand Opening this Friday and Starbucks will host a soft opening on the 12th or 13th. James reminded the Council of the Open Gate and Dinuba High School Football Booster fundraisers. James will attend the TCRTA meeting tomorrow.
10. CITY STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Administrative Services Director Solis reported that Part-Time Billing Clerk interviews were held today. Solis shared that Account Technician Rosemary Silva is retiring. Her last day will be September 20th.
City Attorney Lew shared that he is working on reviewing contracts and assisting with Public Records Requests.
Parks and Community Service Director Hurtado reported that soccer, including the Tiny Tots teams, is underway. Hurtado shared that Dog Days is on October 5th and staff is helping with the Raisin Day Event.
City Engineer Watts shared an update on the Roundabout project and PG&E. The Strand Theater's walls are down and Viscaya Park will undergo sewer testing next week.
Public Works Director Avila reported the department has mailed final notices for delinquent business licenses. Avila reported his department has an internal recruitment for Utility Worker I, which closes tomorrow. Avila shared that Steve Baron is on vacation.
Fire Chief Chastain shared that a new Single Role Paramedic started yesterday. A formal introduction will come soon. Chastain shared that a Firefighter/Paramedic began his onboarding. Chastain reported that the Fire Station Open House will be held on October 3rd from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Police Chief Iriarte shared that two new officers have begun their orientation and one dispatcher will start on the 24th. Iriarte reported staff will provide support during Raisin Day and Tulare County will also assist. Iriarte reported preparing for National Night Out.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Reynosa adjourned the meeting at 7:56 p.m.