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CITY OF FAIRFIELD
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
February 3, 2026, 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 6:00 pm.
B. ROLL CALL
On roll call were Councilmembers Doug Carr, Doriss Panduro, Manveer Sandhu, Scott Tonnesen, K. Patrice Williams, and Mayor Moy. Vice Mayor Bertani was absent due to illness.
C. INVOCATION
Dr. Sam Morris Jr. of BayNorth Church of Christ gave an invocation.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Ship 8317 Color Guard
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ship 8317 Color Guard in honor of National Scouting America Day.
E. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Sandhu reported that he attended the 100 Club of Solano & Yolo Counties' Meet -and Greet fundraiser dinner on January 24, bringing together community leaders, first responders and supporters in inner in Winters. The 100 club serves families of law enforcement. The evening concluded with a check presentation to members of the First Sergeants Unit at Travis Air Force Base. The $3,500 donation was made to their program, Operation Warm Heart.
Councilmember Panduro and Councilmember Tonnesen attended the ribbon cutting of the Catholic Charities Yolo-Solano and the Exodus Project at 823 Jefferson Street, Suites A and B. This center provides comprehensive support, including the Exodus Project's reentry services for formerly incarcerated individuals, along with Catholic Charities' immigration legal services, food pantry, and housing assistance. She shared that it's great to have this wonderful non-profit in downtown Fairfield. She also attended the Point -In -Time count on January 29 that involves counting the number of unhoused individuals who live in Fairfield. She thanked the Police Department, Homeless Services Manager Samantha 1 Docusign Envelope ID: 22C851311-0E04-8B63-8020-17F57E18DBE8 Burrows, City Manager David Gassaway, and Assistant to the City Manager Liz Aptekar for assisting with the count.
Councilmember Carr had nothing to report.
CouncilmemberTonnesen reported that The Main Grape, new wine bar and restaurant in downtown, will hold its ribbon cutting and grand opening on February 10 at 4 pm. They are located at 721 Texas Street.
Councilmember Williams shared that she attended the East Bay Leadership Council's event on January 29. The EBLC hosts the region's most influential voices together to learn, lead, and shape the future of the East Bay. Councilmember Williams said she had the privilege of hearing Stacey Abrams, as the headline speaker. Nationally recognized for her work at the intersection of democracy, economic opportunity, and civic leadership, Abrams has driven change as a legislator, entrepreneur, and bestselling author.
Councilmember Williams said StaceyAbrams is her "She-Ro" and mentor and is the reason she ran for county supervisor, and then city council.
Mayor Moy reported on a visiting delegation from our Sister City of Nirasaki last week.
She had invited them when she visited Japan in October 2025 to speak at the United Nations University. They met with the mayor, City Manager Gassaway, and Economic Development staff to discuss possible trade between our cities. Both cities have historically strong ties to agriculture, with Nirasaki being known for vineyards, peaches, and wine, similar to Fairfield's Suisun Valley. She stated she is excited about the possibilities and will have more to report in the future.
F. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Gassaway had nothing to report.
G. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
G.1 Workers Compensation Matters of Richard Williams v. City of Fairfield City Attorney David Lim reported on a settlement of a Workers Compensation matter regarding Richard Williams v. City of Fairfield, Workers Compensation Appeals Board cases ADJ10729538, ADJ10743170, ADJ10748770, ADJ7981607, and ADJ7981608. The award was made on January 15, 2026, in the amount of $155,000. For more details, visit the Workers Compensation Appeals Board website.
H. CITY CLERK'S REPORT
City Clerk Karen Rees reported that tickets were available for the State of the City. breakfast event at Hilton Garden Inn on February 19 (8 to 10 a.m.) at www.fairfield.ca.gov/tickets . Next, she shared that the Marketing and Outreach Division (MOD) wants the community to stay connected with the City of Fairfield by visiting website at www.fairfield.ca.gov/connect . She shared that the Information Technology (IT) Department asked her to promote Digital Literacy Classes that will be held this month at 2 Docusign Envelope ID: 22CB5B11-OE04-8B63-8020-17F57E18DBE8 the Fairfield Community Center. Visit www.TechExchange.org or call (707) 419-6165 for information. The Adult Recreation Center is also offering classes on "Learning to Use the Internet." Call (707) 435-8174 for information.
I. PRESENTATIONS
1.1 Proclamation Declaring Scouting Day Presented by Mayor Catherine "Cat" May Mayor Moy presented a proclamation to several local Scouting Troops, celebrating National Scouting America Day, which occurs every February 8.
This date commemorates the anniversary of the founding of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) on February 8, 1910. It honors the organization's legacy of training youth in citizenship, character, and outdoor skills.
1.2 Proclamation and Poem Declaring Black History Month Presented by Vice Mayor Pam Bertani and Poet Laureate Michael Wyly
Mayor Moy presented a proclamation to Black Student Union President of Solano Community College Jumari Dotson, Advisor Mr. Shanan Danley, Co -Advisors Kristina Ferabe and Derrick Roberts.
The 2026 Black History Month theme is "A Century of Black History Commemorations," marking 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson first launched Negro History Week in 1926. This theme explores the impact and evolution of Black history, culture, and community, emphasizing the last century of progress, resilience, and storytelling.
Fairfield Poet Laureate Michael Wyly read an original poem entitled "Trusting Seams," after the Gee's Bend Quilters, for the occasion.
J. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dr. Sam Morris of NorthBay Church of Christ spoke about 310 Beck Avenue.
EJ Johnson spoke about upcoming events at the Downtown Theatre.
Willa Gruver spoke about upcoming events for Sustainable Solano. Anyone interested can visit www.sustainablesolano.org .
Matthew Bidou (online Zoom) spoke about Mayor Moy and the quo warranto process. He does not want taxpayer money wasted on this process. He thanked City Attorney David Lim for speaking to him and he appreciates him.
Stephanie (online Zoom) spoke about Lee Bell Park (Item KA). Item K.4 was pulled from the Consent Calendar.
K. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Williams requested that Item K.4 be pulled for discussion.
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Docusign Envelope ID: 22CB51311-OE04-8B63-8020-17F57E18DBE8 Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve the consent calendar, excluding Item K.4, which was voted on separately. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
To approve the consent calendar.
Motion Carried
K.1 Ordinance 2026-01 CD Housing Element Compliance
Provide second reading and adopt Ordinance 2026-01.
K.2 Resolution 2026-19 PW Offsite Sewer Agreement County Asset Protection Project
Adopt resolution.
K.3 Resolution 2026-20 PW Submission of Grant Applications for Vanden Road and New Canon Road
Adopt resolution.
K.4 Resolution 2026-21 PW Lee Bell Prefabricated Award
Mayor Moy requested that Item K.4 be pulled for discussion as an online caller (Stephanie) asked to comment on it. Councilmember Tonnesen recused himself due to a potential conflict of interest, as he lives within 10 feet of Lee Bell Park. He left the council chamber.
Stephanie spoke on Item K.4. There were no other requests to speak.
Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-21.
Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
Councilmember Tonnesen returned to the chamber after the vote.
Adopt resolution.
Recused (1): Councilmember Tonnesen
Motion Carried
L. NEW BUSINESS
L.1 Resolution 2026-10 CD North Texas Street Revitalization Program Director of Community and Economic Development Dave Zellers gave a presentation. Director Zellers emphasized the importance of translating the marketing materials into Spanish and Tagalog, in addition to English. 4 Docusign Envelope ID: 22CB5B1 1 -0E04-8B63-8020-17F57E1 8DBE8 There were no requests to speak. After council discussion and questions, Councilmember Panduro made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-10.
Councilmember Carr seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
L.2 Resolution 2026-11 PR Naming Rights
Director of Parks & Recreation Kristina Kaunzinger gave a presentation. Dae Spering spoke on Item L.2. After a lengthy council discussion, City Manager Gassaway stated he understood council's direction was to not move forward tonight on Resolution 2026-11, but instead request staff to return in 4-6 weeks with more information to provide the opportunity for council to make modifications to the policies process so there is more flexibility and opportunity with naming rights.
Councilmember Carr asked for Willow Hall to be included as a possible site for naming rights, in addition to the Fairfield Center for Creative Arts (Downtown Theatre) and the Golf Range at Paradise Valley Golf Course. Director Kaunzinger stated that any City facility or a room or area of a facility could be renamed.
Marisa Hansen also spoke on Item L.2.
No action was taken on this matter.
L.3 Resolution 2026-12 HR Authorizing and Adopting Changes to City Manager's Compensation and Benefits
Human Resources Director and Assistant City Manager Farbod Pirouzmand gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak.
Mayor Moy made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-12. Councilmember Panduro seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
M. PUBLIC HEARINGS
M.1 Ordinance 2026-02 PW Amending Section 16.4.1 of Chapter 16 to Remove the Prohibition on Micro -Trenching
Interim Construction Manager of Special Projects Tom Martian gave a presentation. Mayor Moy opened the public hearing. There were no requests to speak. Mayor Moy closed the public hearing.
5 Docusign Envelope ID: 22CB5B11-OE04-8B63-8020-17F57E18DBE8 Mayor Moy made a motion to waive full reading, read by title only, and introduce Ordinance 2026-02 for the first reading. Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
Hold public hearing; waive full reading, read by title only and introduce ordinance for first reading.
Motion Carried
N. ADJOURN
Mayor Moy adjourned the meeting at 7:57 p.m. in memory of Jordan Allen, a 27-year-old former University of Tennessee linebacker and Fairfield native, who passed away unexpectedly on January 24, 2026. He was a former Armijo High School graduate and teacher and was recently married.
Jordan will be missed and the Mayor extended condolences to his mother, wife, and family.
Signed by,
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Mayor
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City Clerk