City Council Meeting Minutes May 17, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
CITY OF FAIRFIELD
CITY COUNCIL
CONCURRENT REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2022; 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 1000 WEBSTER STREET,
FAIRFIELD, CA 94533
MINUTES
Mayor Harry T. Price called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m.
ROLL CALL
On roll call were Councilmembers Pam Bertani, Cat Moy, Doriss Panduro, Chuck Timm, and Scott Tonnesen; Vice Mayor Rick Vaccaro and Mayor Price.
INVOCATION
Councilmember Bertani gave an invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Moy.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Vice Mayor Vaccaro reported that he attended the League of California Cities and met with the newly elected State Assembly Member, Lori Wilson. Next, he reported about the Downtown Revitalization Program from the City of Placentia which would benefit the Heart of Fairfield Plan. He added that he would like to add the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for Shelter Inc. for discussion and action on the June 21, 2022, City Council meeting. Vice Mayor Vaccaro made a motion to add the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for Shelter Inc. for discussion and action to the June 21, 2022, City Council meeting. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Finally, Vice Mayor Vaccaro requested to move Item 17 before Item 16 and the councilmembers agreed unanimously. He also mentioned about the victims of Buffalo, New York and the shooting that occurred at Laguna Woods.
Councilmember Bertani reported on the Juneteenth event that the Fairfield Clergy Action Network (CAN) is holding on June 18, 2022. Next, she mentioned that she will be holding a town hall meeting this weekend at Falati Park at Gold Ridge. Finally, Councilmember Bertani wanted to thank the Interim City Manager Gassaway for working with Mission Samoa to get the tiny homes project underway.
Councilmember Moy reported that the National Day of Prayer was a great success. Next, she mentioned that this is also National Police Week, and she thanked all sworn officers as well as support staff that works in the Police Department. Councilmember Moy added that she assisted in creating a non-profit program called Friends of the Fairfield Police K-9 Association. Finally, she requests to erect a dog statue to be placed in the Civic Center and to have this added as a future agenda item.
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Councilmember Panduro reported on the Cinco de Mayo celebration at The Grove. Finally, she reported on the Police Department's Latino Forum.
Councilmember Timm reported on the construction that is occurring on 1-80 where they are adding an express lane for eight miles starting from Red Top Road. The next ten miles are going to be brand-new lanes starting from Air Base Parkway to North Texas Street.
Councilmember Tonnesen reported on the Air Show at the Travis Air Force Base.
Mayor Price reported on that the Farmer's Market is open and encouraged all residents to attend.
Next, he mentioned about all the centenarians in Solano County. Finally, he spoke about the Fairfield - Suisun Unified School District achievement awards.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Interim City Manager Gassaway reported on the League of California Summit. Next, he mentioned about an opposition letter against the taxpayer protection and government accountability act, it was a ballot measure attempt brought forward by the California Business Roundtable and it was very problematic for financial sustainability in local governments and stripping local control which has not been qualified for this year's ballot.
Mr. Gassaway also indicated that Item #17 would be heard before Item #16.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
City Attorney David Lim had nothing to report.
CITY CLERK'S REPORT
Mayor Price welcomed Deputy City Clerk Esther Beavers to her first meeting as a City Clerk.
Deputy City Clerk Beavers wished City Clerk Karen Rees a happy birthday.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Councilmember Panduro read a proclamation Declaring Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Councilmember Timm read a proclamation Declaring National Building Safety Month.
3. Councilmember Bertani read a proclamation Declaring National Public Works Week - May 15-21, 2022.
4. Assistant Public Works Director of Utilities, Michael Hether presented on Fairfield's Water Supply Status Update.
5. PG&E Government Relations Representative, Clay Merrill presented on the PG&E Local Government Forum.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Nora Martinez spoke about Shelter Inc.
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Tim Madigan provided an update in all the activities that is currently occurring at the Solano County Library.
Chairman Price convened the meeting of the Housing Authority at approximately 7:06 p.m.
Deputy City Clerk Beavers read the following statement: The holding of a joint meeting of the City Council and Housing Authority entitles the councilmembers to receive additional compensation of $35 for attending this joint meeting.
Mayor Price Reconvened meeting of the City Council at approximately 7:08 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
7. Resolution 2022-105 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Reconsidering and Authorizing Public Meetings to be Held Via Teleconferencing Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e) and Making Findings and Determinations Regarding the Same
8. Resolution 2022-92 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing Execution of the Improvement Agreement for the Red Top Zone II Pump Station Improvements
9. Resolution 2022-106 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Accepting the Rancho Solano and Paradise Valley Clubhouses Flooring and Painting Project as Complete
10. Resolution 2022-107 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing Submission of Grant Applications to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) 5339(c) Low or No Emission Grant Program and the 5339(b) Grants for Bus and Bus Facilities Competitive Program
11. Resolution 2022-108 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Consultant Services Agreement for Geographic Information System Assessment and Strategy with Geographic Technologies Group
12. Resolution 2022-109 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Communications Facility Ground Lease Agreement Between the City of Fairfield and DISH Wireless LLC for a New Cellular Site Located off of Hilborn Road, Fairfield, More Commonly Known as APN 0156- 130-140
13. Resolution 2022-110 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving an Agreement with the North Texas Street Business Association for the Calendar Year 2022 Operation and Administration of the North Texas Street Business Improvement District
14. Resolution 2022-111 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing Staff to Submit an Application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) for the Local Housing Trust Fund Program and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Agreements Pertaining to the Department Local Housing Trust Fund Program
15. Resolution 2022-112 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Accepting the 710-724 Ohio Street Rehabilitation Project as Complete
Vice Mayor Vaccaro made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Councilmember Bertani seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
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NEW BUSINESS
17. ITEM #17 WAS MOVED AHEAD OF ITEM #16. Assistant to the City Manager, Anna Guiles presented on the Discussion Regarding Pre -Qualification for City -owned Capital Improvement Projects.
Robert Blunt, Nicole Goehing, John Takeuchi, Jason Taylor, Andres Bruno, John Belperio, Thomas Ewen, Chris Palomo, Lisa Tramonte, Fidel Chavez, and Pete Connor spoke on Item 17.
Councilmembers requested additional information on:
• $1.5 million threshold
• Local preference to include other counties that touch Solano: Contra Costa, Napa, and Yolo • 180 days requirement and 25% local hiring policy mandate The Mayor called a recess at approximately 8:04 PM.
The City Council meeting resumed at approximately 8:12 PM.
16. City Attorney, David Lim provided a Report on Homeless Enforcement.
18. Public Works Senior Management Analyst, Marisa Cumpian presented on Resolution 2022-113 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Letter of Intent for an Intergovernmental Support Agreement between the City of Fairfield and Travis Airforce Base.
Sandy Person spoke on Item 18.
Vice Mayor Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-113. Council Bertani seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
19. Community Development Economic Development Manager, Dwayne Dalman presented on Public Hearing; and Resolution 2022-114 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Levying an Assessment for Calendar Year 2022 for the North Texas Street Business Improvement District Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
Mayor Price closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-114. Councilmember Moy seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried 6-1. Councilmember Moy voted no.
20. Public Works, Assistant Public Works Director of Utilities, Michael Hether presented on Receive Report and Hold Public Hearing Regarding Triennial Water System Report on Public Health Goals
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Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
Mayor Price closed the public hearing.
Council received the report. No action was necessary by the Council.
21. Public Works Senior Civil Engineer, Alvin Lei presented on Public Hearing; and Resolution 2022-115 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Ordering the Vacation of a Portion of Guittard Way and Authorizing the City Manager to Convey Said Vacated Area to the Adjacent Parcel Owner Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
Mayor Price closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-115. Councilmember Moy seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
22. Public Works Management Analyst, Chris Lewis presented on Public Hearing; and Resolution 2022-116 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Annexing Territory (Yelton Properties LLC) to Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance) as Annexation No. 57, Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax Within the Annexed Territory, and Submitting the Levy of a Special Tax to the Qualified Electors Thereof; and Resolution 2022-117 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Declaring the Results of a Special Annexation Election in Territory Annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance), Determining the Validity of Prior Proceedings, and Directing Recording of Amended Notice of Special Tax Lien for City of Fairfield Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance) Annexation No. 57 (Yelton Properties LLC)
Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
Mayor Price closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Timm made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-116. Councilmember Tonnesen seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
Deputy Clerk Beavers opened the ballot and read that it was four YES votes in favor of the annexation.
Councilmember Bertani made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-117. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
23. Public Works Management Analyst, Chris Lewis presented on Public Hearing; and Resolution 2022-118 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Annexing Territory (Popeyes) to Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance) as Annexation No. 58, Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax Within the Annexed Territory, and Submitting the Levy of a Special Tax to the Qualified Electors Thereof; and
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Resolution 2022-119 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Declaring the Results of a Special Annexation Election in Territory Annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance), Determining the Validity of Prior Proceedings, and Directing Recording of Amended Notice of Special Tax Lien for City of Fairfield Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance) Annexation No. 58 (Popeyes)
Mayor Price opened the public hearing.
Mayor Price closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-118. Councilmember Timm seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
Clerk Esther Beavers opened the ballot and read that it was one YES votes in favor of the annexation.
Councilmember Timm made a motion to approve Resolution 2022-119. Councilmember Bertani seconded the motion. By a roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Price adjourned the council meeting in honor and memory of Tyler Switzer, former Fairfield Police Officer. He served four years with the Marines and that passed away from a motorcycle accident this week.
ADJOURNED MEETING AT 9:05 P.M. TO TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2022, 6:00 P.M., COUNCIL CHAMBER.
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