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CITY OF FAIRFIELD
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
March 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, Manveer Sandhu, Scott Tonnesen, and K.
Patrice Williams, Vice Mayor Pam Bertani, and Mayor Moy. Councilmember Doriss Panduro was absent.
C. INVOCATION - Michelle King, M.D of Freedom from Religion Foundation and the Satanic Temple
Dr. Michelle King of Freedom from Religion Foundation and the Satanic Temple gave an invocation.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
City Manager David Gassaway led the Pledge of Allegiance.
E. COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Sandhu reported he attended the Soroptimist International of Central Solano County Hollywood Gala fundraiser at Green Valley Country Club on February 28.
The funds raised benefit the Soroptimist's commitment to improving the lives of women and girls through programs such as Live Your Dream Awards, PAL Teen Center, Assist -A - Grad Scholarships, literacy programs, and more. He also reported that due to the Iran War conflict, if you need to get on Travis Air Force Base for medical appointments, expect delays. The base is at a slightly heightened security threat currently. Mayor Moy stated that those with passes for TAFB cannot bring visitors during this time.
Vice Mayor thanked everyone for attending the council meeting. She reported that the Fairfield Clergy Action Network (CAN) met on February 24, and the guest speaker was City Manager Gassaway, who gave an informational presentation about the Measure P tax measure that will be placed on the November ballot for voters to decide. Next, she reported that the National Day of Prayer is planned for Thursday, May 7, in Council 1 Uul:uDiyi caivuiupu iL.i. V4C.7GOML-L/ C4-OU40-OLLO-JrMGUCC 1 1ur I Chamber or outside if weather permits. Lastly, she requested the community to save the date for June 19 for a Juneteenth celebration that is returning to Fairfield this year.
Councilmember Carr had nothing to report.
Councilmember Tonnesen announced that a new coffee shop is coming to downtown Fairfield next month called "Hustle and Grind Coffee Company," located in the 700 block of Texas Street. He reported the State of the City event held on February 19 was very well attended, as was the Fire Department Employee Annual Awards held at the Downtown Theatre, which recognized employees for extraordinary service, including posthumously to Chris Bell, retired fire engineer, who died of job related cancer on November 4, 2025.
His widow accepted the award in his honor.
Councilmember Williams wished everyone a Happy Women's History Month and International Day of the Woman (which is March 8 -- also her birthday!), which is a reflection point for her each year about what goals she has accomplished, both personally and professionally. She said that she has grown immensely in her role as a councilmember.
She stated that the work is not always easy, but expressed that she is here to serve every resident, even those who disagree with her.
Mayor Moy reported that she and the Vice Mayor will start holding public town hall meetings for each district but open for all residents. Vice Mayor Bertani added that the first meeting will be held on Saturday, March 28, for District 1. Location to be determined.
F. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager David Gassaway had no report. He stated there were no changes to the agenda.
G. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
City Attorney David Lim reported on a settlement that was approved by the council during closed session on February 17, 2026, in the matter of Workers Compensation Appeals Board matter by Benjamin Losoya, Claim No. FFL2000045 (Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). A settlement was reached by the Workers Compensation Appeals Board on February 23, 2026 (ADJ16010666). The full settlement amount can be found on the Workers Compensation Appeals Board website.
H. CITY CLERK'S REPORT
City Clerk Karen Rees had nothing to report.
I. PRESENTATIONS
1.1 Proclamation Declaring Red Cross Month Presented by Councilmember Scott Tonnesen
Councilmember Tonnesen presented a proclamation recognizing American Red Cross Month to Nanette McKnight Shamieh, local Red Cross volunteer and photographer.
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March is American Red Cross Month in the North Bay and across the Northern California Coastal Region, honoring volunteers, donors, and community heroes.
J. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jared Preston, Jim Carr, Cynthia Apaka, Julie Baptista, Cordwainer Bird, and Vince Guisande spoke about the need for a park ranger in Rockville Hills Regional Park and several maintenance issues in the park. Mayor Moy said she would speak to City Manager Gassaway as to when they can agendize the park situation at a future council meeting to address the issues and the lack of a ranger for the past three years.
Lavada Hall spoke about the unhoused and a NorthBay navigation center.
Marianne Butler spoke about the Solano Resource Conservation District - "2025 A Year in Review."
Patrick Williams spoke about California Forever and other matters.
Dr. Sam Morris spoke about NorthBay Church and a potential navigation center at 310 Beck Avenue.
EJ Johnson spoke about upcoming events at the Downtown Theatre.
K. CONSENT CALENDAR
There were no requests to speak on consent calendar. Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve the consent calendar. Councilmember Carr seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (&0).
Moved by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Seconded by: Councilmember Carr
To approve the consent calendar.
Motion Carried
K.1 Resolution 2026-26 PW Fairfield -Suisun Sewer District Right -of -Entry Agreement for Lopes Road Lift Station Improvement Project Adopt resolution.
K.2 Resolution 2026-27 PW Nomination of City Staff as Region Board Member Adopt resolution.
K.3 Resolutions 2026-28 and 2026-29 PW Awarding Construction Contract for the Solano Irrigation District (SID) Daily Canal Unit South Improvement Project and Approving an Agreement with SID for Daily Canal Project Adopt resolutions.
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K.4 Resolution 2026-30 PW Construction Contract for the HSIP Cycle 11 Unsignalized Intersection Visibility and Safety Improvements Project Adopt resolution.
K.5 Resolution 2026-31 HD Tenant Supportive Services Funding Contract Adopt resolution.
K.6 Resolution 2026-32 IT Microsoft Renewal with SHI International Corporation Adopt resolution.
L. NEW BUSINESS
L.1 Resolution 2026-33 CM 2026 Legislative Platform
Assistant to the City Manager Liz Aptekar gave a presentation, followed by Lobbyist Jason Gonsalves of Gonsalves & Son. There were no requests to speak on this item.
Vice Mayor Bertani made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-33.
Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
Moved by: Vice Mayor Bertani
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
L.2 Resolution 2026-34 HR Update Salary Schedule for CalPERS Reporting Purposes Human Resources Director and Assistant City Manager Farbod Pirouzmand gave a brief presentation. There were no requests to speak on this item.
Councilmember Tonnesen made a motion to approve Resolution 2026-34.
Councilmember Sandhu seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously (6-0).
Moved by: Councilmember Tonnesen
Seconded by: Councilmember Sandhu
Adopt resolution.
Motion Carried
M. ADJOURN
Mayor Moy adjourned the meeting at 7:12 pm to Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 6 pm, Harry T. Price Memorial Council Chamber.
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