Mayor Steven C. Bird 600 East A Street
Vice Mayor Scott Pederson Dixon, CA 95620-3697
Council Member Jim Ernest (707) 678-7000
Council Member Don Hendershot Fax: (707) 678-1489
Council Member Kevin Johnson Website: www.cityofdixon.us City Treasurer James P. Ward Jr. E-mail: [email protected] **** NIA
Jim Lindley, City Manager ALIFOR
Douglas White, City Attorney
Kristin Janisch, Elected City Clerk
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DIXON CITY COUNCIL
APPROVED MINUTES
Date Time Location
Meeting of October 4, 2022 7:00 pm Council Chambers
600 East A Street
THIS MEETING WILL BE PHYSICALLY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. ALL DEMn Rainia
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0. CLOSED SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.
0.0 ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Jim Ernest, Don Hendershot, Kevin Johnson Vice Mayor Scott Pederson, Mayor Steve Bird
0.1 PUBLIC COMMENT (CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS ONLY)
Mayor Bird opened public comment on Closed Session items. There was no public comment.
0.2 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS:
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6
City Negotiators: Jim Lindley, Kate Zawadzki,
Rachel Ancheta, Douglas L. White
Employee Organizations: Dixon Professional Firefighters Association Dixon Police Officers Association
Public Employees Union, Local One
Non-Represented Management Unit
Non-Represented Non-Management Unit
Dixon Mid-Manager's and Supervisor's
Association
Dixon Public Safety Mid-Manager's Association
Item Initiated By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
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0.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Case: Chowning v. Dixon Unified School District, et al., Solano County Superior Court Case No. FCS055301
Consultation with Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Initiated By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Authorized By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
0.4 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2)
One Case
Consultation with Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Initiated By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Authorized By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
The City Council adjourned into Closed Session at 6:01 p.m.
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session at 6:55 p.m.
Mayor Bird stated that no reportable action was taken.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Dixon City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Bird.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Hendershot.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Jim Ernest, Don Hendershot, Kevin Johnson Vice Mayor Scott Pederson, Mayor Steve Bird
Absent: None.
Staff Present: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Lupe Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk
4. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Ernest, seconded by Vice Mayor Pederson, to approve the agenda as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION
6.1 Swearing in of Police Department Personnel.
Item Initiated By: Robert Thompson, Chief of Police
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Presented By: Robert Thompson, Chief of Police
Robert Thompson, Chief of Police, administered the oath to Officer Alissa Lonnquist, Officer Bishop Bastien, and Officer Miguel Ibarra.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
6.2 Proclamation designating October 9-15, 2022 as Fire Prevention Week.
Item Initiated By: Todd McNeal, Fire Chief
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Presented By: Mayor Bird
Mayor Bird read and presented the Proclamation to Fire Chief Todd McNeal.
Todd McNeal, Fire Chief, provided information on the item and answered questions from the Council.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
Mayor Bird opened public comment on non-agenda items. There was no public comment.
ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Vice Mayor Pederson congratulated the new police officers, asked for an update on the La Esperanza park and for the Public Information Officer (PIO) to put out a notice with Community Connect and Vacation Watch Program information.
Councilmember Ernest welcomed the new police officers, and participated in the presentation of the National Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation.
Councilmember Johnson provided information on the following events: Special Dixon Historical Society Speaker Series: The Penas and the Vacas on October 16, 2022, second Concert in the Plaza on October 6, 2022, Downtown Dixon Business Association (DDBA) Beer Fest on October 15, 2022, downtown trick-or-treat and Dixon Chamber of Commerce Trunk or Treat on October 28, 2022, Pin-A-Go-Go on October 7-9, 2022; thanked the Dixon Chamber of Commerce, Herb Cross, Tiffany Fabiani, and the candidates for the candidate's forum, Public Works Director Louren Kotow for her help with a safety issue, and Junior Engineer Jordan Santos with issues regarding slurry seal.
Councilmember Hendershot attended the presentation of the National Hispanic Heritage Proclamation, provided information on the Solano Family First October 4, 2022 3
Responders' Annual Field of Dreams Country BBQ on October 8, 2022, and asked for an update on the traffic lights on Highway 113 and Valley Glen.
City Engineer/Director of Utilities Deborah Barr provided an update on the Valley Glen and Chestnut signal lights.
Mayor Bird attended and provided feedback from the following events: County Mayor's meeting on September 21, 2022, ride along with Dixon Police Department on September 24, 2022, Dixon Ribbon Cutting at the Police Department Range on September 26, 2022, Dixon Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit Mixer on September 28, 2022, first Concert in the Plaza and event at the Pumpkin Patch on September 29, 2022, 100-year anniversary celebration for the PG&E Dixon-Vaca Substation, and presentation of the Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation on October 1, 2022.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Johnson commented on Items 9.3 and 9.9.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on Consent Calendar items.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello was received.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on Consent Calendar items.
Councilmember Johnson responded to comments made by Michael Ceremello.
A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, seconded by Councilmember Hendershot, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
9.1 Approve the Minutes from the September 20, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Dixon City Council.
Item Initiated By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Lupe Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk
Action: Minutes approved.
9.2 Adopt a Resolution approving the Enumeration of Claims.
Item Initiated By: Kate Zawadzki, Finance Director
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Kate Zawadzki, Finance Director
Action: Resolution 22-230
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9.3 Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No.
27.1 to West Yost Associates ("West Yost") PSA No. 16-005 expanding the scope of PSA 16-005 for Construction Observation of the Southwest Dixon Specific Plan Area Potable Water Well - Moderate Level of Hydrogeologic Services and Construction Observation. For a time and materials cost not to exceed $349,313.
Item Initiated By: Deborah Barr, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Scott Alman, P.E., Staff Augmentation Consultant Action: Resolution 22-231
9.4 Adopt a resolution authorizing City staff to execute Amendment No. 16 to the City's Consultant Services Agreement ("Contract") with T.Y. Lin International ("TY Lin") for additional grant application services relating to the Parkway Boulevard Overcrossing Project No. 461-601 (the "Project) for an amount not to exceed $27,458.
Item Initiated By: Deborah Barr, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer
Action: Resolution 22-232
9.5 Adopt a resolution authorizing: (1) City Staff to execute Task Order 551 for Harris & Associates ("Harris") to provide construction management and public works inspection services for a time and expense budget amount not to exceed $22,521 and (2) the corresponding Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget amendment with no net fiscal impact.
Item Initiated By: Deborah Barr, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: William Garcia, P.E., Staff Augmentation Consultant Action: Resolution 22-233
9.6 Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 37 expanding the scope of West Yost Associates ("West Yost") services to provide engineering support for the proposed Lombardo Parcel Development Project for a time and materials cost, not to exceed $31,800.
Item Initiated By: Deborah Barr, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: William Garcia, P.E., Staff Augmentation Consultant Action: Resolution 22-234
9.7 Adopt resolution declaring one Type 1 fire engine as surplus and authorizing the sale of it to any interested party for the best negotiated offer.
Item Initiated By: Todd McNeal, Fire Chief
Arebared By. Anim Horgan, Fire Aaministrative Manager
Action: Resolution 22-235
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9.8 Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Garland/DBS, Inc., under the Master Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (MICPA) with OMNIA Partners, Public Sector, to remove and replace the metal roof, box gutter and downspouts at the Dixon Police Department Headquarters ("PD") for an amount of $515,665, and approve a corresponding FY 22-23 budget amendment.
Item Initiated By: Louren Kotow, Public Works Director
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Louren Kotow, Public Works Director
Action: Resolution 22-236
9.9 Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to update the Water Operator I job classification qualifications.
Item Initiated By: Deborah Barr, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Rachel Ancheta, Human Resources Director
Action: Resolution 22-237
9.10 Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to Professional Service Agreement with Avero, LLC (DBA Avero Advisors) to add business process mapping to the ERP System Implementation Management Services Agreement and a corresponding budget amendment for a time and expense budget of $33,350, with a total revised not-to-exceed budget of $282,530.
Item Initiated By: Raffi Boloyan, Community Development Director Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Raffi Boloyan, Community Development Director Action: Resolution 22-238
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.1 Waive second reading, read by title only and adopt an ordinance of the Dixon City Council ("City Council") amending Section 9.01.020, Nuisance and Nuisance Conditions Defined, of Chapter 9.01, Public Nuisances, and adding Chapter 09.05 Noise Control, to Title 09, Health and Safety to the Dixon Municipal Code ("DMC"), to control disruptive, excessive and offensive noise in the City of Dixon ("City").
Item Initiated By: Councilmember Jim Ernest
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Presented By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Douglas L. White, City Attorney, presented the item and answered questions from the Council.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello was received.
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Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ernest, seconded by
Councilmember Johnson, to approve the item as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Action: Ordinance 22-006
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11.1 By minute action, approve or disapprove continued remote public participation at City of Dixon public meetings via Zoom.
Item Initiated By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Douglas L. White, City Attorney, presented the item and answered questions from the Council.
Jim Lindley, City Manager, provided information on the item.
Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk, stated that six people were participating via Zoom.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello and Michel Liu was received.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ernest, seconded by Vice Mayor Pederson, to approve continued remote public participation at City of Dixon public meetings via Zoom.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Action: Minute action approving continued remote public participation at City of Dixon public meetings via Zoom.
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11.2 By minute action, rescind authorization for members of the City Council, as well as its commissions and subcommittees, to meet remotely pursuant to Ralph M. Brown Act requirements modified under Assembly Bill 361.
Item Initiated By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
Douglas L. White, City Attorney, presented the item and answered questions from the Council.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Pederson, seconded by Councilmember Hendershot, to operate under emergency COVID guidelines, reviewing on a monthly basis, and accept AB 2249 effective January 1, 2023.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Action: Minute action to operate under the Emergency Executive Order until December 31, 2022, and follow AB 2249 beginning January 1, 2023.
12. NEW BUSINESS
12.1 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the Dixon Public Safety Mid-Manager's Association and the City of Dixon for the Period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026 and Approve a 2022- 2023 Budget Amendment
item Initiated By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Authorized By: Jim Linaley, City Manager
Prepared By: Rachel Ancheta, Human Resources Director
Presented By: Rachel Ancheta, Human Resources Director
Jim Lindley, City Manager, presented the item.
Public comment by Captain Tom Cordova was received.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hendershot, seconded by Vice Mayor Pederson, to approve the item as presented.
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Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Action: Resolution 22-239
12.2 Bey Minened appointent so the Parks & Re ration missio Mayor's Item Initiated By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Authorized By: Jim Lindley, City Manager
Prepared By: Lupe Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk
Presented By: Mayor Birc
Mayor Bird recommended the appointment of Brandon McMillan to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Debra Dingman was received.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hendershot, seconded by pimento randon McMillan to pre Pas& Rarerion Commende
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Ernest, Hendershot, Johnson, Pederson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Action: Minute action approving the appointment of Brandon McMillan to the Parks & Recreation Commission
13. PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
Michael Ceremello thanked Councilmember Hendershot for supporting the second public comment opportunity, and commented on flooding on Cypress and a notice provided by Recology Dixon.
Durriya Syed provided information on the California Low Cost Auto Insurance Program.
ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Johnson commented on the Zoom volume, thanked the students in the audience for their attendance, and stated that the review of the fireworks lottery selection was on his list.
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Councilmember Ernest thanked Durriya Syed for the information provided, and welcomed the students in the audience.
15. ITEMS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
Douglas L. White, City Attorney, stated that the Sacramento Legislature has been passing many bills that will change the landscape, particularly of real estate, and will provide an update.
16. ITEMS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Jim Lindley, City Manager, enjoyed the debate and thanked the Council for expediting the items.
17. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - Upcoming Meetings (30-day Calendar) 10/11/2022 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission
10/12/2022 5:30 p.m. Vacaville Dixon Greenbelt Authority 10/18/2022 7:00 p.m. City Council
10/19/2022 7:00 p.m. Transportation Advisory Commission 10/25/2022 7:00 p.m. Parks & Recreation Commission
11/01/2022 7:00 p.m. City Council
18. ADJOURNMENT
The Regular Meeting of the Dixon City Council adjourned at 8:09 p.m. upRu
Kristin M. Janisch Steven C. Bird
Dor Elected City Clerk of the City of Dixoh Mayor of the City of Dixon October 4, 2022 10