East Palo Alto City Council March 1, 2022 Agenda Page 1 of 3
EAST PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
March 1, 2022, 6:30 p.m.
EPA Government Center
2415 University Ave, First Floor
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
(Government Code Section 54957.7(a))
3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes of the September 7, 2021 Regular Meeting
Recommendation: Adopt the minutes of the September 7, 2021- November 2, 2021 Meetings
2. Contract Extension McNabb Construction
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to Extend the contract with McNabb Construction, Inc, dba, DK Environmental for Five (5) years with two one year extensions for an amount not-to-exceed $34,916. Approve a budget in the amount of $9,800 annually for the period of this contract to apply an approved herbicide.
Waive the bidding requirements due to the special circumstances.
3. University Avenue/101 Pedestrian Overcrossing Project, 100% Plans, Specifications, and Estimate
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution approving the Plans, Specifications, and Estimate for the University Avenue/101 Pedestrian Overcrossing Project (“Project”) and authorize the City Manager to advertise the Project to solicit bids for the construction phase.
4. Minimum Purchase Transfer from the City of Mountain View Recommendation: Adopt a resolution approving a Minimum Purchase Transfer from the City of Mountain View to the City of East Palo Alto.
5. Women's History and Culture Month Proclamation
Recommendation: Present the proclamation for Women's History and Culture Month.
6. City Attorney Recruitment and Process Development
Recommendation: Direct staff to authorize CPS HR to support City Attorney recruitment and to work with the Mayor and Vice Mayor to develop next steps.
4. CLOSED SESSION
1. GC 54956.9 Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (2 potential cases)
A. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
B. ADJOURNMENT INTO CLOSED SESSION
C. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
D. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public wishing to address the City Council on items not listed on the agenda may do so under this item. Each speaker is limited to two minutes. The Mayor has the discretion to adjust speaking times. In accordance with State Law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Council may respond to statements made or questions asked or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter.
The exceptions under which the City Council may discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3).
6. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
1. EPA Draft Climate Action Plan CAP 2030
Recommendation: Receive and File
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
East Palo Alto City Council March 1, 2022 Agenda Page 3 of 3
1. Introduction of East Palo Alto Opportunity to Purchase Act ("EPA OPA") Ordinance Recommendation: Waive the first reading and introduce an Ordinance titled “East Palo Alto Opportunity to Purchase Act” (“EPA OPA”), adding Chapter 14.26 to the East Palo Alto Municipal Code.
9. POLICY AND ACTION
1. Mid-year Budget Amendment FY21-22
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution approving:
1. Amendments to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22 Budget
2. Federal Community Project Funding Requests (Earmarks) Recommendation: Receive informational report on Community Project Funding requests.
3. COVID-19 Vaccination Program Regular Update
Recommendation: Discuss the COVID-19 vaccination program update and provide direction to staff.
10. COUNCIL REPORTS
11. ADJOURNMENT
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DECLARATION OF POSTING
This Notice is posted in accordance with Government Code §54954.2(a) or §54956. Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the City website. Under penalty of perjury, this Agenda was posted to the public at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.
POSTED: February 25, 2022
ATTEST:
James Colin
Acting City Clerk