CITY OF FAIRFIELD
FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL CONCURRENT MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2023; 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 1000 WEBSTER STREET, FAIRFIELD,
CA 94533 OR VIA ZOOM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Pam Bertani called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
On roll call were Councilmembers Doug Carr, Doriss Panduro, Scott Tonnesen, Rick Vaccaro, and Vice Mayor Pam Bertani. Councilmember K. Patrice Williams and Mayor Catherine "Cat" Moy were absent.
INVOCATION
Senior Pastor Joe Smith of Calvary Baptist Church gave an invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Tonnesen led the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Vaccaro shared that the general plan meeting held on September 12 was very productive and that there's more work to do, but it's moving forward. He reported that he would attend the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo in Sacramento later in the week with several councilmembers. He shared that he has attended those conferences for 14 years and always learns something new from colleagues from other cities.
Councilmember Tonnesen reported that the Matt Garcia Foundation Car Show held downtown on September 16 was well attended and lots of fun. The Foundation works hard to keep "Matt's Dream Alive!" On October 9, they are hosting the 13th annual Matt Garcia Foundation charity golf tournament. at Rancho Solano Golf Course in Fairfield. Proceeds from this fundraiser support programs to help youth, stop crime, and strengthen our community.
Councilmember Panduro reported she attended the Travis Air Force Base's 80th Anniversary Gala in Vacaville, where 600 people were in attendance. She said it was an honor to attend, meet young airmen and women, and hear their stories of service to our country. She met a commander who had moved 11 times in his career. She thanked Travis AFB for another amazing event.
Councilmember Carr reported he had been sick with pneumonia. He shared that he attended the Listening Tour held at Paradise Valley Estates on September 16, and he also attended the Matt Garcia Foundation's Car Show the same day and that they were both great events.
Vice Mayor Bertani reported that she became aware of transportation issues facing Paradise Valley Estates' residents at the Listening Tour. She plans to speak to the Solano Transportation Center staff and others who can help. She stated that the council will plan a follow-up meeting in a few months.
Next, she reported that the council would hold a town hall meeting on Saturday, October 14, 2023, from
9-11 a.m. at Rolling Hills Elementary School to discuss the peafowl issue.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager David Gassaway had nothing to report and stated there were no changes to the agenda.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney David Lim had nothing to report.
CITY CLERK REPORT
City Clerk Karen Rees thanked Deputy City Clerk Esther Beavers for clerking for her on September 5 and City Attorney Lim on September 12 — as she was ill. She thanked the volunteers who helped with the Trash Mob in Cordelia on September 16. She shared that volunteers are needed for the Veterans Day Parade on November 11. Lastly, she reported that the Youth Commission and the Measure P Oversight Committee have two open seats.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Poem and Proclamation declaring National Hispanic Heritage Month presented by Fairfield Poet Laureate Suzanne Bruce and Councilmember Panduro to Ricky Hurtado of OLE Health.
2. Proclamation declaring Constitution Week presented by Councilmember Tonnesen to Starla Luna Studer of Chief Solano Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.
3. Vice Mayor Bertani presented a certificate of congratulations celebrating Tular Williams' 100th Birthday. Her daughter Delores Williams and family accepted it on their mother's behalf. '
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jeff Trager spoke about upcoming events at the Downtown Theatre.
Alex Lunine spoke about upcoming Sustainable Solano events, including the Air Quality Roundtable on September 24.
Ron Kultti spoke about the Flannery Associates development near Travis Air Force Base.
William Penn spoke about a youth football scholarship program.
Convened meeting of the Housing Authority at 6:43 p.m.
ROLL CALL
On roll call were Commissioners Carr, Panduro, Tonnesen, Vaccaro, Williams, and Vice Chair Bertani. Chair Moy and Commissioner Williams were absent.
HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
City Clerk Rees 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
the joint meeting.
4. Resolution HA2023-07 of the Fairfield Housing Authority Approving the Grant Deed of Easement Between the Fairfield Housing Authority and the City of Fairfield for an Easement on the Highway 12 Property, More Commonly Known as Assessor Parcel Number 0032-010-240 Commissioner Vaccaro made a motion to approve HA2023-07. Commissioner Carr seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Reconvened meeting of the City Council at 6:45 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
5. Resolution 2023-234 of.the. City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Purchase of a Data Security and Classification Tool from Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC
6. Resolution 2023-235 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement Between the City of Fairfield and the Gumshoe Group for Pre -Employment Background Investigations
7. Resolution 2023-236 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Fourth Amendment to Lease Between the City of Fairfield and GTE Mobilnet of California Limited Partnership for the Cellular Site Located off of Cordelia Road, Fairfield, More Commonly Known as APN 0044- 240-060
8. Resolution 2023-237 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Conversion of the Fire Inspector I Position to Fire Inspector II
9. Resolution 2023-238 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Future Amendments to the Consultant Services Agreement Between the City of Fairfield and Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. up to $100,000; and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Second Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement Between the City of Fairfield and Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. to Provide Continued Contract Planner Services
10. ' Resolution 2023-239 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving Conveyance of an Easement to Pacific Gas and Electric Company within a City -Owned Parking Lot and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Easement Deed
11. Resolution 2023-240 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Terminate Reimbursement Agreement No. 49 Associated with Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) 0037-060-480 and 0037-030-216 to Reimburse the City for the Completion of Public Improvements Along Sunset Avenue
12. Resolution 2023-241 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Plans and Specifications and Awarding a Contract to Mike Brown Electric Co. for the Lee Bell Neighborhood Park Sports Field Lighting Improvements
13. Resolution 2023-242 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Fiscal Year 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program Local Solicitation t
14. Resolution 2023-243 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Approve Payment to DXP Enterprises, Inc. for the North Bay Regional Water Treatment Plant High Lift and Backwash Pump Repair
15. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 2023-10. of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Amending Chapter 25, Article I, Section 25.12.3 of the Fairfield City Code, also Known as the City of Fairfield Zoning Map, Rezoning One Parcel at 4840 Business Center Drive (APN: 0148- 540-350) from Industrial Business Park — North Cordelia Overlay (IBP — NC) District to Residential, Very High Density — North Cordelia Overlay (RVH — NC) District.
Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve the consent calendar. Councilmember Vaccaro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
NEW BUSINESS
16. Investment Grade Audit (IGA) update for City of Fairfield Sites for Energy Conservation Senior Management Analyst of Public Works Marisa Cumpian introduced Program Manager Jason Boyd of Willdan Group, who gave the update. Sr. Project Director Carolyn Kiesner of Willdan Group was also in attendance to answer questions.
Vice Mayor Bertani received the report and thanked him for an excellent presentation.
17. Economic Development Division Manager Dwayne Dalman and Public Works Senior Civil Engineer David Vong recommended to Council that it approve Resolution 2023-244 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Service Agreement with Gates + Associates Landscape Architects to Provide Design Services for the Heart of Fairfield Downtown Revitalization Project and Authorizing an Update to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget.
Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2023-244. Councilmember Vaccaro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
18. City Council Discussion and Direction Related to the Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts that Failed the June 2023 Proposition 218 Vote Rick Johnson and Joe gave a presentation.
After a lengthy discussion, the council directed staff to return to the October 19, 2023, council meeting with options for the council to consider in terms of how to respond to the LLMDs that did not pass.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
19. Interim Director. of Public Works Dave Feinstein recommended to Council that it open the Public Hearing; and approve Resolution 2023-245 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Adopting an Amendment to the Train Station Specific Plan (Sp2023-001).
Vice Mayor Bertani opened the public hearing. Applicant Steve Rider spoke on Item 19. Vice Mayor Bertani closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2023-245. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
20. Public Works Senior Management Analyst Chris Lewis recommended to Council that it open the Public Hearing; and approve Resolution 2023-246 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Annexing Territory (Brighton Place) to Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance) as Annexation No. 64, 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 2023-247 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. 64 (Brighton Place).
Vice Mayor Bertani opened the public hearing. There were no requests to speak. Vice Mayor Bertani closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2023-246. Councilmember Carr seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
City Clerk Rees opened the ballot and read that it was one "yes" vote in favor of annexation.
Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2023-247. Councilmember Carr seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
21. Housing Senior Project Manager LaTanya Terrones recommended to Council that it open the Public Hearing and approve Resolution 2023-248 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving the Submission of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Any Agreements or Documents Vice Mayor Bertani opened the public hearing. There were no requests to speak. Vice Mayor Bertani closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Carr made a motion to approve Resolution 2023-248. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
ADJOURNED THE MEETING AT 8:13 IN MEMORY OF COUNCILMEMBER MATT GARCIA TO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2023, 6:00 P.M., COUNCIL CHAMBER.
Councilmember Vaccaro said Matt's family and the community are working hard to keep Matt's "Dream Alive!" He was the youngest councilmember ever elected in Fairfield at the time and had only served ten months of his four-year elected term, when he was tragically murdered in 2008.
Vice Mayor