CITY OF FAIRFIELD
FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2024; 6:00 PM
HARRY T. PRICE MEMORIAL COUNCIL CHAMBER, 1000
WEBSTER STREET, FAIRFIELD, CA 94533 OR VIA ZOOM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Catherine "Cat" Moy called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
On roll call were Councilmembers Doriss Panduro, Scott Tonnesen, Rick Vaccaro and K. Patrice Williams; Vice Mayor Pam Bertani, and Mayor Moy. Councilmember Doug Carr was absent.
INVOCATION
Bhai Surinder Singh of the Sikh Temple gave an invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Bertani led the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Williams reported she attended the 2024 California Economic Summit in Sacramento October 8-10, 2024. Next, she thanked Fire Marshal Steven Conti for a stellar job hosting the informational Fire Prevention Town Hall on October 12. Next, she will attend the Northern California Water Tour in Sacramento starting October 16-18, hosted by the Water Education Foundation.
Councilmember Tonnesen reported he attended the lively grand opening of Aunt Bill's Soul Food Restaurant on October 11 at 711 Madison Street (the site of former restaurant Chez Soul). The Dumpling House Restaurant is expected to open downtown soon and a Cajun steakhouse is expected to open in April of 2025. Lastly, he thanked Fire Marshal Steven Conti for grilling hot dogs for attendees of the Fire Open House on October 10.
Councilmember Vaccaro reported he looks forward to attending the Annual California League of Cities Conference and Expo October 16-18 in Long Beach. He shared that City Manager David Gassaway, Mayor Moy, and Assistant City Manager Savita Chaudhary will give a presentation at the conference on Fairfield's transparency portal.
Councilmember Panduro reported that she attended the Civic Leaders Breakfast at Travis Air Force Base welcoming the new 601h Air Mobility Wing Commander of the base, Colonel Jay Johnson. She also shared that she attended the Buzz Awards hosted by the Fairfield -Suisun Chamber of Commerce on October 11 at the Hilton Garden Inn. She was pleased that one of the businesses in her District 5, Fresh Laundries,
was awarded "Business of the Year," which she presented to the owners. The Buzz Awards recognize local businesses each year. Lastly, she invited the community to attend a "Dia de los Muertos," (Day of the Dead) event at Sullivan Language Immersion Academy on Saturday, November 2.
Vice Mayor Bertani reported that the Fairfield Clergy Action Network (CAN) is planning the 4th Annual early Thanksgiving Dinner on November 19 at the Community Center in Willow Hall. If anyone would like to donate a turkey, contact Kelly Ballard at (707) 428-7401. CAN is seeking volunteers to help serve and greet. Pastor Sam Morris of BayNorth Church will provide a giant smoker to "smoke the turkeys." Next, she shared that she attended the Solano Challenger Tennis Tournament at Solano Community College featuring top players from around the globe. She said it was a first-rate tennis competition at its finest.
Mayor Moy congratulated Trader Joe's on their 25th anniversary in Fairfield. She thanked the citizens who did a signature drive that resulted in TraderJoe's opening a store here! She reported she attended the official grand opening of Fair Haven Commons Apartments, for low and very -low income, and homeless individuals. All 72-units are now occupied. She thanked the Director of Housing Services, La Tanna Jones, and staff, for their hard work in making this project a reality. Next, she shared that the Solano County Mayor's Committee (which she chairs), had guest speaker Krishna Abrams, Solano County District Attorney, address the group about Proposition 36.
Lastly, Mayor Moy spoke about the Planning Commission's recent decision regarding City Church. She made a motion pursuant to Fairfield Municipal Code section 25.44.4 that she would like the Council to review and reconsider the Planning Commission's decision of City Church's appeal of Item 2 of their use permit made on October 9, 2024 (PC2024-10). Councilmember Vaccaro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
City Attorney David Lim said the Clerk's Office will set a public hearing on this matter within 45 days of October 15, 2024, and notify the client and the attorney of the hearing date.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager David Gassaway invited the community to attend Halloween event "Spooktacular" in downtown Fairfield on October 31 from 3 to 6 pm. He stated that Item 18 would be moved to follow the presentation.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney David Lim did not have a report.
CITY CLERK REPORT
City Clerk Karen Rees reported that the Homeless Services Division would hold a HOPE Resource Fair on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm at BayNorth Church of Christ at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation declaring Filipino American History Month presented by Councilmember Rick r' Vaccaro to Dennis Yen, President of the Filipino -American Chamber of Commerce of Solano County.
Former President of the club, Sue Vaccaro, and grandson Mason, were also in attendance.
Item 18 was moved from the end of the agenda to follow presentations.
18. Transportation Manager Diane Feinstein recommended to Council that it open the Public Hearing; and approve Resolution 2024-259 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Adopting Fare Structure Changes for FAST Fixed Route Local Service.
Ms. Feinstein first gave an update on transportation for the Paradise Valley Estates. Shannon Dodds and Sally McNichols spoke on that topic.
Mayor Moy opened the public hearing. Liz Teresi and Ana Petero spoke on Item 18. Mayor Moy closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-259. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Harry Matte of the Adult Recreation Center reported that for the first time ARC will have an entry in the Veterans Day Parade on November 11.
Jacob Francisco of Assemblymember Lori Wilson's Office reported on upcoming events.
Efrain Hernandez reported the trees need trimming in his Paradise Valley neighborhood.
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Approval of Meeting Minutes for September 2024
3. Resolution 2024-242 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving Acceptance of the California Office of Traffic Safety Fiscal Year 2025 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant and Approval of Activities to Reduce Traffic Collisions and Fatalities Due to Unsafe Driving
4. Resolution 2024-243 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Accepting the Improvements for the Wiseman Waterline Relocation Project as Complete
5. Resolution 2024-244 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving Plans and Specifications and Awarding a Contract to Perennial Construction for the Waterman Pipeline Relocation Project
6. Resolution 2024-245 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Program Participation Agreement and Other Project/Program Related Documents for Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) Government/K-12 Program as Administered by Willdan Energy Solutions
7. Resolution 2024-246 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 Katz & Associates for Utility Rates Outreach Services
8. Resolution 2024-247 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Funding Agreement Between the Solano Transportation Authority and the City of Fairfield for the West Texas Complete Streets Project Safe Routes to School Bicycle and Pedestrian Education Program
9. Resolution 2024-248 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Authorizing the Purchase of Replacement Campus Citywide Storage Array from Berkeley Communications Corp.
10. Resolution 2024-249 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Demonstrating Compliance with State Housing Laws Related to Surplus Lands, Accessory Dwelling Units, and Density Bonus
11. Resolution 2024-250 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving and Authorizing the Execution of the Grazing License Between the City of Fairfield, the County of Solano, and Pacific Livestock, Inc. for the Approximately 288-Acre Property Commonly Known as the Wilcox Triangle Property Located in Solano County, California
12. Resolution 2024-251 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Amending the Departmental Position Control List of the Following Departments: Community Development, Fire, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Public Works
13. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 2024-08 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Amending Chapter 10E of the Municipal Code, also Known as the Commercial Cannabis Business, to Allow for Administrative Changes to the Program and Operational Changes for Permittees Councilmember Vaccaro made a motion to approve the consent calendar. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
NEW BUSINESS
14. Public Works Senior Management Analyst Chris Lewis recommended to Council that it approve Resolution 2024-252 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Approving a Contractor Services Agreement with Monarch Tree Services for Tree Pruning and Maintenance Services in Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2023-11(Paradise Valley) and Authorizing a Budget Adjustment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2023-11.
Rick Johnson, Theda Peck, James Semien, George Villareal, and Betty Palmer spoke on Item 14.
Councilmember Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-252. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
15. Director of Finance John Furtado recommended to Council that it approve Resolution 2024-253 of the City Council Authorizing the Issuance of Special Tax Bonds for the City of Fairfield Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (One Lake Planning Area 5) with Respect to Improvement Area No. 1, and Approving Related Documents and Actions.
There were no requests to speak on Item 15.
Councilmember Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-253. Councilmember Tonnesen seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
16. Director of Finance John Furtado recommended to Council that it open the Public Hearing; and approve Resolutions 2024-254 through 2024-256 and Ordinance 2024-09 for Proceedings (Including a Landowner Election) to Amend and Restate the Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax for Improvement Area No. 1 of the City of Fairfield Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (One Lake Planning Area 5) and Increase the Amount of Bonded Indebtedness.
Mayor Moy opened the public hearing. There were no requests to speak. Mayor Moy closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-254. Councilmember Vaccaro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
City Clerk Rees then opened the ballots and read that there were 2 Yes votes, in favor of annexation.
Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolutions 2024-255 and 2024-256.
Councilmember Panduro_ seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to waive the full reading, read by title only and introduce Ordinance 2024-09 for the first reading. Councilmember Tonnesen seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
17. Public Works Management Analyst Valerie Standfill recommended top Council that it open the Public Hearing; and approve Resolution 2024-257 of the City Council of the City of Fairfield Annexing Territory (Green Valley III Apartments) to Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 (Public Safety Services, Open Space Operation, and Park Maintenance) as Annexation No. 69, 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 2024-258 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. 69 (Green Valley III Apartments).
Mayor Moy opened the public hearing. There were no requests to speak. Mayor Moy closed the public hearing. ,
Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-257. Councilmember Vaccaro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
City Clerk Rees opened the ballot and read that it was 6 Yes votes, in favor of annexation.
Councilmember Vaccaro made a motion to approve Resolution 2024-258. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
ADJOURNED MEETING AT 8:12 P.M. TO TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024, 6:00 P.M., HARRY T. PRICE MEMORIAL COUNCIL CHAMBER.
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