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EAST PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
March 15, 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 November 10, 2021- December 22, 2021 Meetings Recommendation: Adopt the minutes of the November 10, 2021- December 22, 2021 Meetings
2. Water System Asset Management Plan
Recommendation: Approve the Water System Asset Management Plan
3. AB 361 Findings to Continue Virtual Public Meetings for the City Council and City Advisory Bodies
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution making the AB 361 findings necessary to continue virtual public meetings for the City Council and City Advisory Bodies for the month of April 2022.
4. January Cash Report
Recommendation: Accept and file the Cash Treasury Report for the month of January 2022.
5. Council consideration of extension of 90-day due diligence period of library site acquisition
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution (Attachment 1) authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement (“PSA”), in a form approved by the City Attorney, between the City of East Palo Alto and the East Palo Alto Youth Arts & Music Center, LLC for the potential acquisition of the property located near the corner of Bay Road and Pulgas Avenue (APN: 063-240-490) (“Site”) to extend the due diligence period by an additional 30-days.
6. 2021 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution:
Accepting the following annual reports: 2021 Housing Element Annual Progress Report; 2021 General Plan Annual Progress Report; and Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency Annual Report;
Authorizing the City Manager to submit the above-referenced reports to the appropriate State authorities; and
Finding that the acceptance and submittal of the above-referenced reports are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
7. Application to the California State Library for the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Program
Recommendation: By motion, direct the City Manager to submit an application to the California State Library for the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Program (“Program”).
8. Approving an Amendment to the Amended and Restated Water Supply Agreement Recommendation:
That the City Council adopt a resolution to:
1. Approve the modifications included in the attached "2021 Amended and Restated Water Supply Agreement Between the City and County of San Francisco Wholesale Customers in Alameda County, San Mateo County, and Santa Clara County" dated January 2021 (2021 Amended and Restated Water Supply Agreement).
2. Authorize and direct the City Manager to sign the 2021 Amended and Restated Water Supply Agreement, in the form previously approved by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and attached hereto.
9. 12-Inch Transmission Water Main Project along University Avenue/Cooley Avenue funding strategy
Recommendation: Adopt a resolution approving a funding strategy for the 12-Inch Transmission Water Main Project along University Avenue/Cooley.
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10. Proclamation of the City of East Palo Alto Celebrating César E. Chavez Birthday, His Legacy and That of Farmworkers and the Work of the Chavez Family Vision Inc. Organization
11. Proclamation of the City of East Palo Alto Celebrating the Month of April as National Poetry Month
12. Proclamation Of the City of East Palo Alto Celebrating the Silver Jubilee of The Shree Sanatan Dharm Religious and Cultural Society of California and Congratulating Them for Their Work in The Community
13. Letter Supporting Extension of AB 832
Recommendation: Direct the City Manager to submit a letter to the Governor and State Legislature requesting emergency legislation to extend the provisions of AB 832 (AB 832, COVID-19: tenancy: federal rental assistance (Chapter 27, Stats 2021) by five months, through August 31, 2022.
4. CLOSED SESSION
1. Government Code 54956.8 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Property: 1266 Beech Street, East Palo Alto
Agency negotiator: Jaime Fontes, Patrick Heisinger
Negotiating parties: County of San Mateo
Under negotiation: Terms
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- NONE
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS - NONE
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. First Source Hiring Ordinance
Recommendation: Waive the First Reading and introduce an Ordinance titled, “First Source Hiring for City-Funded Projects and Properties,” adding Chapter 5.11 to the East Palo Alto Municipal Code;
Direct the City Manager to draft and return with Administrative Guidelines; and Direct the City Manager to make comprehensive updates to the City’s procurement processes and construction documents, as necessary, to ensure the First Source Hiring Ordinance is administered correctly.
9. POLICY AND ACTION
1. Issues Concerning the Light Tree Affordable Housing Project and the East Palo Alto Sanitary District
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Accept the report on the issues concerning the Light Tree affordable housing project and the East Palo Alto Sanitary District; and
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2. Reaffirm the City Council’s desire to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the East Palo Alto Sanitary District to ensure the Light Tree development is able to provide much needed affordable housing to the community by January 2023.
2. Council consideration of a MOU with the County regarding the Beech St. Property Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution (Attachment 1) directing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), subject to minor modifications approved by the Interim City Attorney, between the County of San Mateo (County) and City of East Palo Alto (City) to explore a real property exchange as further described in the staff report.
3. Potential Ballot Measure for Affordable Housing Revenue Recommendation: Receive the report and provide staff direction on potential revenue sources for affordable housing.
4. CalPERS Prefunding
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution to:
1. Commit $3 million General Fund Balance to prefund CalPERS future contributions: and
2. Submit the funds to CalPERS in the form of a direct payment as further described in the staff report.
5. City Council consideration of partnership with County to explore options for 2415 University ($25,000)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution allocating $25,000 from the General Fund Reserve to partner with the County of San Mateo in jointly funding an analysis of potential development options for 2415 University Avenue as a City/County governmental center.
6. COVID-19 Vaccination Program Regular Update
Recommendation: Discuss the COVID-19 vaccination program update and provide direction to staff.
10. COUNCIL REPORTS
11. ADJOURNMENT
East Palo Alto City Council March 15, 2022 Agenda Page 5 of 5 This AGENDA is posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) This Notice of Availability of Public Records: All public records relating to an open session item which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the Public Records Act, that are distributed to the majority of the City Council will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office, 2415 University Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the City Council. Such documents may also be available on the East Palo Alto website www.cityofepa.org subject to staff’s ability to post the documents prior to the meeting. Information may be obtained by calling (650) 853-3100.
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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: March 11, 2022
ATTEST:
James Colin
Acting City Clerk
FUTURE MEETINGS:
Study Session March 22, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Regular Meeting April 5, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting April 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.