CITY OF FAIRFIELD
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
December 16, 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 pm.
B. ROLL CALL
On roll call were Councilmembers Doriss Panduro, Manveer Sandhu, Scott Tonnesen, and K. Patrice Williams; Vice Mayor Pam Bertani, and Mayor Moy (left at 6:45 p.m. due to illness). Councilmember Carr was absent.
C. INVOCATION - Pastor Tim Williams of Band of Believers Pastor Tim Williams of Band of Believers gave an invocation.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
City Attorney David Lim led the Pledge of Allegiance.
E. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Williams reported she attended a Kaiser Permanente grant program orientation meeting. Community -Based Organization (CBO) Grant Programs are offered by government agencies (like California's HCAI) and various grants and scholarships offered by Kaiser Permanente to CBOs and students. She directed anyone with interest to visit the Kaiser website and, if in need of help, to email her at [email protected] for assistance. Next, she congratulated the Aurora Apartments in Green Valley on their grand opening - she was sad to miss it as she was working.
Councilmember Tonnesen shared that the Christmas Tree Lighting event was well attended and a great time. He attended the grand opening of the new restaurant in District 2 - Gusto al Gusto, on Travis Blvd. (the old Hof Bray Restaurant site). There were over 100 people in attendance, along with folklorico dancers and a mariachi band.
Councilmember Panduro thanked the families that hosted Japanese exchange students from our Sister City, Nirasaki for the past two weeks. She also thanked all of the community businesses and organizations that participated and donated items and their 1 time to allow students to have a memorable time during their visit. She also thanked Assistant to the City Manager Liz Aptekar, who coordinatedthe entire visit and was with the students every day ensuring they were safe and having fun! The students returned to Japan with very fond memories on December 16.
Next, she thanked 4th grade teacher Mrs. Untalun of Laurel Creek Elementary School for inviting her to speak to her students on December 15, where she spoke about local government and the role of a councilmember. Lastly, she reported that she spoke at the Parent Leadership Training Institute of Solano (PLTI), a free 20-week in person course. For more information, visit www.childnet.org/piti .
Vice Mayor Bertani reported that she co -hosted a CARE Act (Community Assistance, Recovery & Empowerment) Town Hall meeting in Council Chamber on December 4.
Solano County Superior Court — Presiding Judge Alesia Jones and Solano County Behavioral Health Director Jennifer Mullane co -hosted and provided a wealth of information. For those interested in viewing the town hall meeting can do so on the City of Fairfield's YouTube channel.
Councilmember Sandhu reported that he and several colleagues attended the Fairfield - Suisun Chamber of Commerce Holiday Mixer and that his table won the bid on a delicious cake during the dessert auction. The event raised funds for the non-profit "Connections for Life," a dedicated nonprofit organization in Suisun committed to empowering individuals with disabilities. He. spoke about the impending closure of Anheuser-Busch in February of 2026 and the comments on social media. He stated that the City will work diligently to reconfigure the site and to work with future prospective new owners.
Mayor Moy shared that she just attended the 5th Annual Menorah Lighting in Downtown Fairfield prior to the council meeting. Because she was not feeling well, she asked CouncilmemberTonnesen to climb up the fire ladder to light the Menorah as she normally does. She wished everyone Happy Hanukkah. She thanked her colleagues and wished them a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
F. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager David Gassaway spoke about the news that Anheuser-Busch would be closing its Fairfield facility (and two others in the U.S.) in February 2026 after nearly fifty years of operation here. He said that he is working with Economic Development and Public Works, and the water utilities team to understand the infrastructure of the site. They have been speaking to Fairfield -Suisun Sewer District, PG&E, Union Pacific Railroad, and others, which is important as there will be some reuse of the site- depending on who buys the property. He shared that City staff is working with the Workforce Development Board of Solano County to help displaced employees find new jobs.
He asked that the President / Executive Director of WDB David Hubble speak to address the crowd and council. Mr. Hubble shared that they are using Rapid Response, a proactive, business -focused program designed to assist companies facing potential layoffs or business closures. Rapid Response services are tailored to each company based on the 2 needs of the affected employees. They will be offering on -site support, resume help, skill training, unemployment assistance, job placement, career fairs, and connections to other vital community resources (housing, food, etc.) to all employees at Anheuser-Busch that are not being moved to other facilities. More information will be forthcoming.
G. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
City Attorney David Lim had nothing to report.
H. CITY CLERK'S REPORT
City Clerk Karen Rees reported that recruitment for the Youth Commission is always open and ongoing and that the Landscape Oversight Committee is still seeking a representative for District 2. She shared that today, December 16, is three years since former Mayor Harry T. Price died and asked if the meeting could be adjourned in his memory.
PRESENTATIONS
1.1 Veterans Day Parade Awards Presented by Recreation Program Coordinator Juan Segura
Parks & Recreation Coordinator Juan Segura and Program Specialist Sandra Reyes distributed awards to the Veterans Day Parade winners. Present to accept the awards were the following groups: Novelty Category: Norcal Emergency Responders Organization with Christine the Pink Engine; the Vehicle Category was won by the Golden Hills Mustang Club, and the Sweepstakes Category awardee was Kashinoki Taiko. Several other groups were not able to attend.
1.2 Special Olympics Certificate Presented by Vice Mayor Pam Bertani Vice Mayor Bertani presented a Certificate of Recognition to the Special Olympics of Northern California Chapter. It was accepted by Special Olympics Global Ambassador, Vice Chair of the U.S. Athlete Leadership Council and Special Olympics Poet, Amanda Harrinauth.
J. PUBLIC COMMENTS
At 6:46 p.m. Mayor Moy left the meeting after presentations but before public comments as she was not feeling well. Vice Mayor Bertani took over presiding over the meeting.
David Rodgers, Jr., Carols..R., Veronica M., E. J. Johnson, Vanessa L., Benjamin S., Juliana Upson, Conner Watson, Lisa Honeycutt, Malissa S., Makali M., Lori Ganda, Dan Graves, Angela Blancovargas; and Sandy Gray (online) spoke about the Downtown Theatre contract.
Dr. Elizabeth Munn Palomera spoke about the need for volunteers for the homeless Point In Count on January 30, 2026.
3 After public comment, Councilmember Williams directed staff to look into allegations made by public speakers regarding the Downtown Theatre Foundation for the Arts (DTFA) not having a business or liquor license and not operating properly.
K. CONSENT CALENDAR
There were no requests to speak on consent calendar items. Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve the consent calendar. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Moved by: Councilmember Tonnesen
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
To approve the consent calendar.
Motion Carried
K.1 CM Approval of Meeting Minutes for November 2025
Approve the meeting minutes.
K.2 Resolution 2025-243 FN Updating Local Agency Investment Fund Officers Adopt resolution.
K.3 Resolutions 2025-244 and 2025-245 PW Special Inspections for Fire Station 36 and 39 Project and Authorizing an Update to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget for Fire Station 36 Project
Adopt resolutions.
K.4 Resolution 2025-246 PW Canon Station — Planning Area 4 — Linear Park Trail Segment 3A Time Extension Agreement Authorization
Adopt resolution.
K.5 Resolution 2025-247 PW Allan Witt Community Park — Phase 3 Acceptance Adopt resolution.
K.6 Resolution 2025-248 PW Canon Station Planning Area 4 Backbone Improvements Acceptance
Adopt resolution.
K.7 Resolution 2025-249 PW Cement Hill Water Treatment Plant — New Entryway Acceptance
Adopt resolution.
K.8 Resolution 2025-250 PW Water Utility Master Plan Contract Amendment 4 Adopt resolution.
K.9 Resolution 2025-251 PW Jepson Parkway Phase 213-2C National Environmental Policy Act Revalidation Amendment No. 1
Adopt resolution.
K.10 Resolution 2025-252 PW NBR Filter Media Replacement Budget Adjustment Adopt resolution.
K.11 Resolution 2025-253 PW Assessment and Feasibility Study for Police Activities League Youth Center
Adopt resolution.
K.12 Resolution 2025-254 PW Canon Station Planning Area 5 — Neighborhood R, L, K1 Improvements Acceptance
Adopt resolution.
K.13 Resolution 2025-255 PW Canon Station Planning Area 4 — Neighborhood 5 Landscape Improvements Acceptance
Adopt resolution.
K.14 Resolution 2025-256 PW Canon Station Planning Area 5 — Neighborhood O Improvements Acceptance
Adopt resolution.
K.15 Resolutions 2025-257 Through 2025-259 PW Corporation Yard Phase 1A and Solano Transportation Authority Funding Agreement
Adopt resolutions.
L. NEW BUSINESS
L.1 CM Minute Action Approving the Mayor's Appointments Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Mayor Moy's appointments to various commissions. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0).
City Clerk Rees administered the Oath of Office to the following individuals: Golf Advisory Board Member Tom Hanson, Solano Commission for Women & Girls Member Rebecca Baldridge, Solano County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees June Johnsen, and Youth Commissioners Jordyn Jones and Madison McCrea.
Moved by: Councilmember Tonnesen
Seconded by: Councilmember Panduro
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Approve appointments. Perform oath of office.
Motion Carried
L.2 CD Final Report on the Investigation and Feasibility of Forming a Potential New Downtown PBID
Economic Development Project Manager Shifra de Benedictis-Kessner and Consultant Marco Mandri (online) gave a presentation on the potential formation of a new downtown Fairfield Property -Based Improvement District (PBID). Vice Mayor Bertani thanked them for the report. Councilmember Tonnesen stated that this was a good learning experience and that he will share with Council at the retreat in January 2026 additional steps they can take to make this happen, but that it will take time.
Kevin Phillips of Archway Recovery Services spoke on Item L2.
No action required by City Council.
L.3 Resolution 2025-260 HR Terms and Conditions of the Benefits Summary for Series 100 Employees
Human Resources Director and Assistant City Manager Farbod Pirouzmand gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak. Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2025-260. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Moved by: Councilmember Tonnesen
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
L.4 Resolution 2025-261 HR Amending Terms and Conditions for Fairfield Fire Managers' Association Memorandum of Understanding
Human Resources Director and Assistant City Manager Farbod Pirouzmand gave a brief presentation.' There were no requests to speak. Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve Resolution 2025-261. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Moved by: Councilmember Panduro
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
0 L.5 Resolution 2025-262 HR Amending the Departmental Position Control List for the Information Technology Department
Human Resources Director and Assistant City Manager Farbod Pirouzmand gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak. Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2025-261. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Moved by: Councilmember Tonnesen
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
L.6 CM Survey Results on General Purpose Sales Tax
Human Resources Director and Assistant City Manager Farbod Pirouzmand gave a presentation, along with President Adam Probolsky of Probolsky Research and William Berry of William Berry Campaigns. Vice Mayor Bertani thanked them for a comprehensive report.
The councilmembers present, excluding Vice Mayor Bertani, stated they were readyto proceed with the next steps and process of placing a tax measure on 2026 ballot, providing robust education and outreach to the community. The Vice Mayor stated she would prefer to have the entire City Council present to decide, but she reiterated that the majority had spoken to move ahead.
M. PUBLIC HEARINGS
M.1 Ordinance 2025-13 PW Repeal and Replace Chapter 22 of the Fairfield Municipal Code
Assistant Public Works Director Michael Hether gave a brief presentation. 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 waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce Ordinance 2025-13 for first reading. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Moved by: Councilmember Tonnesen
Seconded by: Councilmember Panduro
Hold public hearing, waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce ordinance for first reading.
Motion Carried
7 N. ADJOURN
Vice Mayor Bertani adjourned the meeting at 8:32 pm in memory of former Mayor Harry T. Price, who died three years ago on this date. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2026.
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