CITY OF FAIRFIELD
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
October 21, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Harry T. Price Memorial Council Chamber
1000 Webster Street, Fairfield, CA 94533 or Via Zoom
A. CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
Mayor Catherine "Cat" Moy called the meeting to order at 6:09 pm. �111�:Z�711It41_141
On roll call were Councilmembers Doriss Panduro, Manveer Sandhu, Scott Tonnesen, Vice Mayor Pam Bertani and Mayor Moy. Councilmembers Doug Carr and K. Patrice Williams were absent.
Councilmember Tonnesen left the meeting at 7:31 p.m.
C. INVOCATION - Pastor Jeff Hood of First Baptist Church Pastor Jeff Hood of First Baptist Church gave an invocation.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Sandhu led the Pledge of Allegiance.
E. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Sandhu wished everyone a Happy Diwali, Festival of Lights. He shared he looked forward to presenting a proclamation celebrating Diwali, recognizing three separate local Hindu groups.
Vice Mayor Bertani reported that she and the Fairfield Clergy Action Network (CAN) were hosting a Fresh Food Festival (Giveaway) at Grange Middle School on October 22. CAN is also coordinating the annual Thanksgiving dinner set for Tuesday November 25, 2025, at the Fairfield Community Center, Willow Hall, at 12 pm for those in need. Lastly, she spoke about the Vista Ridge project and invited the community to attend an informational meeting on October 22, 5-7 pm, at Willow Hall.
Councilmember Panduro invited the public to attend the Dia de los Muertos ("Day of the Dead") event on October 30, 6-8 pm, at the Community Center and also Civic Center Pond, which will have a community ofrenda (alter) and candlelight vigil. She explained that in the Hispanic culture, this event is a beautiful celebration honoring those who have passed 1 away (normally celebrated November 1-2). Residents can place photos of their deceased loved ones (including pets) or memorable items to celebrate their lives on the ofrenda, which will be open to the public until November 3.
Next, she reported that the homeless Winter Shelter would open on November 1 at the BayNorth Church of Christ at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. Free bus rides to the shelter will be offered to participants on Routes 3 and 6. The shelter will remain open until March 31, 2026. Doors open each night from 6:30 to 8 pm.
Councilmember Tonnesen did not have a report.
Mayor Moy reported she just returned from Japan where she spoke at United Nations University for the 2025 Japan —United States Leadership Summit, co -hosted by United Nations University and Japan -United States Sister City Association before an audience of 70 global business leaders, scientists, and government officials. Mayor Moy said she had the distinct honor of delivering a series of presentations about Fairfield and the U.S. commitment to smart city innovation and sustainability.
F. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager David Gassaway announced that October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and he thanked the IT Department for their excellent efforts in this regard. Since 2004, the U.S. Government and information technology industry have worked together each October to ensure every American has the resources they need to stay safer and more secure online. He reported that Rancho Solano Golf Course would host a Cybersecurity Conference: "Duty of Care in the Digital Age" October 28-29, 2025. For more information on cybersecurity, visit: www.fairfield.ca.gov/cyber .
G. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
Deputy City Attorney Christian Petrangelo had nothing to report.
H. CITY CLERK'S REPORT
City Clerk Karen Rees thanked several new Adopt -A -Street groups: K&K General Contractors (South Watney Way); Casa Nova Mobile Home Park (Martin Road); Padilla's Premier Lawn Care (Mankas Corner Road); and Green Valley Middle School (Stonewood Drive). She announced that there are still seats open on the following boards and committees: one seat on the Golf Advisory Board (GAB); one seat on the Solano Commission for Women and Girls; one seat on the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees; one seat for District 2 on the Landscape Oversight Committee; and several openings on the Youth Commission (recruitment is ongoing) for local youth ages 13-19. Anyone interested in any of these positions can email [email protected] for an application and more information.
I. PRESENTATIONS
1.1 Proclamation Declaring Breast Cancer Awareness Month Presented by Mayor Catherine Moy
2 Mayor Cat Moy presented a proclamation declaring it Breast Cancer Awareness Month to President Barbara Rigdon of Solano Midnight Sun Foundation, a non- profit that offers financial assistance to patients going through breast cancer treatment.
1.2 Proclamation Declaring Filipino American History Month Presented by Vice - Mayor Pam Bertani
Vice Mayor Pam Bertani presented a proclamation celebrating Filipino American History Month to members of the Filipino American Community of Fairfield, Suisun, and Vacaville (Fil-Am of FSV, Inc.) members Vice President Jacob Francisco, Board Chairperson Abe Bautista, and Advisor Robert Basa.
1.3 Proclamation and Poem Declaring Diwali Festival of Lights Presented by Councilmember Manveer Sandhu and Poet Laureate Michael Wyly Councilmember Manveer Sandhu presented a proclamation celebrating Diwali, Festival of Lights, to several local groups: Fairfield Hindu Temple, Bharatiya Heritage Foundation, and Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara Sahib. Diwali is a major Indian celebration, and it is India's most important festival. It is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists in India and across the globe.
J. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals from Fairfield Professionals Firefighters Association (FFPA) spoke about their lack of an employment contract: Tyler Dombrowski, Talmage Pierson, Ryan La Rowe, Chase Diaz, Mike Guerra, and Phil Bailey.
Carol Haddock and Lan Nguyen spoke about the Vista Ridge Project.
Larry Stevenson spoke about an incident in Suisun City.
Shayla Lewellon spoke about 1100 Texas Street and the bathrooms at Allan Witt Park.
K. CONVENE JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY L. HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
L.1 Resolution HA2025-04 HD Approving Additional Funding to the OutsourcelT Housing Quality Inspection Contract
Councilmember Sandhu made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Councilmember Sandhu
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Adopt resolution.
3 Absent (3): Councilmember Carr, Councilmember Tonnesen, and Councilmember Williams
Motion Carried (4 to 0)
M. RECONVENE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Moy reconvened the City Council meeting at 7:34 pm.
N. CONSENT CALENDAR
There were no requests to speak on consent calendar items.
Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve the consent calendar. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
To approve the consent calendar.
Motion Carried
N.1 CM Approval of Meeting Minutes for September 2025
Approve the meeting minutes.
N.2 Resolution 2025-195 PW Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Transportation Development Act Claim
Adopt resolution.
N.3 Resolution 2025-196 PW Proposition 218 Written Communication Requirements
Adopt resolution.
N.4 Resolution 2025-197 PW Telstar Instruments Contractor's Service Agreement Adopt resolution.
N.5 Resolution 2025-198 PW Canon Station Planning Area 4 — Neighborhood 6 Subdivision Improvements Acceptance
Adopt resolution.
N.6 Resolution 2025-199 PW Budget Adjustment for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 7 — Rolling Hills
Adopt resolution.
4 N.7 Resolutions 2025-200 and 2025-201 PW Installing Solar and Roller Shades and Floor Replacement for City Hall
Adopt resolutions.
N.8 Resolution 2025-202 IT Microsoft Renewal with Crayon Software Experts, LLC Adopt resolution.
N.9 Resolution 2025-203 IT CDW Government Purchase for Virtual Servers Adopt resolution.
N.10 Resolution 2025-204 IT Cybersecurity Purchase with ePlus Adopt resolution.
N.11 Resolution 2025-205 PD California Office of Traffic Safety 2025-26 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant
Adopt resolution.
N.12 Resolution 2025-206 FN Authorizing the Director of Finance to Write Off Uncollectible Debt
Adopt resolution.
0. NEW BUSINESS
0.1 PW Updated Landscape Oversight Committee Recommendations for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District Proposition 218 Balloting Process
Senior Public Works Management Analyst gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak.
Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve Item 0.1. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Receive report, open discussion, and provide direction to staff.
Motion Carried
0.2 Resolution 2025-207 HR Amending Terms and Conditions for Fairfield Police Managers' Association Memorandum of Understanding
Human Resources Director Farbod Pirouzmand gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak on this item.
5 Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve Item 0.2. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Councilmember Panduro
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
0.3 Resolution 2025-208 CM Community Action Partnership of Solano Joint Powers Authority Memorandum of Understanding
Homeless Services Manager Samantha Burrows and Deshawn Waters, Executive Director of Community Action Partnership of CAP Solano JPA gave a joint presentation.
Councilmember K. Patrice Williams called in online (as she was out of town) to speak on Item 0.3. During Ms. Williams's comment, Vice Mayor Bertani left the dais, and Deputy City Attorney Christian Petrangelo requested a brief recess due to a lack of quorum. Upon the Vice Mayor's return to the dais, a quorum was reestablished, and the meeting was reopened. Ms. Williams finished her comment.
There were no other requests to speak. Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve the item. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Councilmember Panduro
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
0.4 Resolution 2025-209 and Ordinance 2025-10 CD Building Standards Code Adoption
Chief Building Officer Jeff Thomas gave a presentation. There were no requests to speak.
Mayor Moy made a motion to approve Item 0.4. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Mayor Moy
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Adopt resolution, waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce ordinance for first reading.
0 Motion Carried
0.5 Resolution 2025-210 and Ordinance 2025-11 FD Fire Code Amendments Fire Marshal Steven Conti gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak. Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve Item 0.5. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Mayor Moy called a short recess at 8:21 pm.
Moved by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution, waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce ordinance for first reading.
Motion Carried
P. PUBLIC HEARINGS
P.1 Ordinance 2025-09 CD Mobile Food Vending and Licensing Economic Development Project Manager Keisha Mamaril gave a presentation.
Mayor Moy opened the public hearing. There were no requests to speak. Ms.
Mamaril and Police Services Manager Jeremy Profitt answered questions from council. Mayor Moy closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve Item P.1. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Hold public hearing; waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce ordinance for first reading.
P.2 Resolution 2025-211 FN Updated Fee Schedule
Finance Director John Furtado gave a brief presentation. Mayor Moy opened the public hearing. Mubasher Choudhery provided a public comment. Mayor Moy closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Sandhu made a motion to approve Item P.2. Vice Mayor Bertani seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0.
Moved by: Councilmember Sandhu
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Hold public hearing and adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
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P.3 Continued Resolution 2025-212 CD Approving an Addendum to the Villages at Fairfield EIR and Approving a General Plan Amendment for Parkside. Ordinance 2025-12 CD Parkside Zone Change
As City Manager Gassaway stated during his report, Item P.3 public hearing is continued to the November 4, 2025 council meeting.
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ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 8:46 pm to November 4, 2025, to the Harry T. Price Memorial Council Chamber.
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