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MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 7, 2022
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the mee ting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Jones led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, J ones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies and shared information regarding items of Council/community interest.
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference with labor negotiators regarding the employee organizations listed on the closed session agenda.
The Council provided direction but took no reportable action.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: The City Attorney read the titles of ordinances to be considered.
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
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bstain: None
* B. Approval of Minutes Mayor Mei opened consideration of Approval of Minutes
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved the minutes for the Regular Meeting of May 3, 2022, the Regular Meeting of May 10, 2022, and the Special and Regular Meetings on May 17, 2022 **Non-substantive clerical correction
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Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmembe
r Kassan **
Abstain: None
* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Second Reading and Adopt ion of an Ordinance of the City of Fremont Amending Chapter 12.05 (Enchroachment to Streets and Sidewalks) Under Fremont Municipal Code (FMC) Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Properties) and Chapter 18.25 (Definitions) and Chapter 18.190 (Special Provisions Applying to Miscellaneous Uses) Under FMC Title 18 (Planning and Zoning) to Simplify the Application Process, Development Standards, and Operational Requirements for Outdoor Commercial Patios on City Owned and Private Property (PLN2022-00315)
City Attorney Alvarado read the title of the ordinance.
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 06-2022.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: None
Abstain: None
* D. Mayor Mei opened considerati on to Adopt a Resolution Approving a List of Projects for Funding by Revenues Authorized by the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1) to Align with State Guidelines for Use of Funds (2022 SB1 Project List)
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-25 approving a List of Projects Funded by SB1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act for FY 2022/23.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* E. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Authorize the City Manag er, or Designee, to Enter into a Master Lease Agreement with Ricoh USA Inc. effective July 1, 2022 through January 14, 2026 for a Total Annual Amount Not-To-Exceed $250,000; and to Execute Any Implementing Documents and Take Any Implementing Actions as Necessary (Multi-Function Print/Scan/Copy Devices Contract)
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On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or Designee, to enter into a Master Lease Agreement with Ricoh USA Inc. effective July 1, 2022 through January 14, 2026, with an option to extend for five one-year periods through January 25, 2031, for a total annual amount not to exceed $250,000; and to execute any implementing documents and take any implementing actions as necessary
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* F. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Authorize the City Manag er to Execute Two Memoranda of Understanding with the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency for FY 2022/23 Medi-Cal Administrative Activities and Targeted Case Management Services
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-26: (1) authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a Memoranda of Understanding with the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency to enable the City’s Human Services Department to receive reimbursement for eligible FY 2022/23 expenses through Alameda County’s Targeted Case Management (TCM) and Medi- Cal Administration Activities (MAA) programs, as described in this staff report; and (2) delegating to the City Manager, Finance Director, or designee the authority to sign, certify or execute documents on behalf of the City with respect to the MAA and TCM programs.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* G. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Award of Contract to Bea r Electrical Solutions, Inc., for Maintenance of Streetlights, Exterior Public Facilities Lights and Support Services, for Five Years, in an amount not to exceed $5,292,803 (including $2,500,000 contingency for unanticipated maintenance costs); Exempt from CEQA Review Per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council by motion:
1. Found that this project is exem pt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 as the repair, maintenance or minor alteration of existing facilities involves no or negligible expansion of use beyond that presently existing.
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2. Awarded the contract to Bear E lectrical Services, Inc. for a five-year term for a total amount not to exceed $5,292,803 (including $2,500,000 contingency for unanticipated maintenance costs), effective July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2027.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* H. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Annual Approval of Inves tment Policy and Delegation of Authority to City Treasurer to Manage Investments
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-27 approving the City’s Investment Policy for FY 2022/23 and delegating the City Council’s authority to invest and reinvest public funds, and to sell or exchange securities so purchased, to the Finance Director/Treasurer for one year or until earlier revoked by the City Council
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* I. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Introduction of an Ordin ance Amending Fremont Municipal Code Title 12, Streets, Sidewalks and Public Property, Chapter 12.20 Parks and Recreation Areas, Section 12.20.060 Prohibited Conduct Generally, Regarding Drones and Other Motorized Devices in Parks and Recreation Areas and to find the Adoption of the Ordinance Exempt from the Requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Under Various CEQA Guidelines (Prohibited Conduct In Parks)
City Attorney Alvarado read the title of the ordinance.
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council waived the first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Section 12.20.060 (“Prohibited conduct generally”).
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
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* J. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Authorization to Amend a nd Execute Agreements for Ride-On Tri-City’s Wheelchair Accessible Van Service, Taxi Service and Ride- Hailing Service and Making Finding of CEQA Exemption (Transportation Services for Older Adults and People with Disabilities (Ride-On Tri-City!))
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council authorized the City Manager or her designees to:
1. Execute an amendment with MV P ublic Transportation, Inc., for wheelchair accessible van services, not to exceed $700,000, through June 30, 2023;
2. Execute an agreement with Si ddiq, Inc. for taxi services, not to exceed $225,000 annually, through June 30, 2025;
3. Execute an amendment with Lyf t, Inc. for Ride-Hailing Services, increasing the current not to exceed amount by $45,000 and extending the term through June 30, 2025, not to exceed $225,000 annually, and
4. Execute an agreement with G oGo Technologies, Inc. to operate a ride-hailing call center, not to exceed $30,000 annually, through June 30, 2025.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Salwan, Councilmembers: Keng, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: None
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Ceremonial Resolution: Major General Garrett Yee (Rescheduled, see Green Sheet)
B. Proclamation: Old Mission San Jose (Removed, see Green Sheet)
C. Proclamation: Pride Month
D. Proclamation: National Gun Violence Awareness Day, June 3, 2 022
E. Certificate of Recognition: Y outh Voter Movement Leaders (League of Women Voters) (Rescheduled, see Green Sheet)
F. Certificate of Recognition: City of Fremont 2021 STEM Winners
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4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Email submitted to the City Clerk were compiled, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published in the City's Agenda Center on fremont.gov, and were placed on file. The following persons commented: Kelly Abreu, Marie Hughes (member of Fremont For Everyone), and Manaal Shafi (Bloom Energy).
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Public Hearing (Published Notice) on the Levy of Annual Assessments for Landscaping Assessment District 88, Adopt a Resolution Confirming Diagrams and Assessments for District 88 for Fiscal Year 2022/23, and Find that the Action is Exempt from Review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15301
Mayor Mei and Vice Mayor Salwan exited the meeting, as they live or have property within the Landscape Assessment District 88 area. No presentation from staff. Councilmember Jones opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, Councilmember Jones closed the public hearing. No comments nor questions from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Jones, the City Council:
1. Opened the Public Hearing;
2. Considered all oral stateme nts and written comments.
3. Closed the public hearing.
4. Levy the proposed assessmen t by adopting Resolution No. 2022-28 confirming Diagrams and Assessments for Fiscal Year 2022/23 for Fremont Landscaping Assessment District 88; and
5. Found the project exempt under CEQA Guidelines Sections 1506 1(b)(3) and 15301.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Jones, Kassan, Shao, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Salwan
Abstain: None
B. Mayor Mei opened consideration of First Public Hearing (Pub lished Notice) on FY 2022/23 Proposed Operating Budget
Finance Director, David Persselin responded to questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Mei opened the public hearing. The following persons commented: Kelly Abreu, Lynn Miller (representing the community non-profit Tri-City Urban Forest Alliance now renamed Urban Forest Friends), and Steve Skala. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public hearing. No action taken.
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6. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY – None.
7. OTHER BUSINESS – None.
8. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Oral Reports on Meetings
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
Mayor Mei held a moment of silence in memory of victims of recent gun violence.
9. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
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