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MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
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 Shao led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Sh ao, Salwan, and Cox
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
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 Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* B. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Approval of Minutes
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved minutes for the Special and Regular Meetings of July 19, 2022 and the Special Meeting of August 9, 2022
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
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* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Second Reading and Adopt ion of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Fremont Amending Fremont Municipal Code Section
2.05.060 (Compensation of Mayor and Councilmembers) to Adjust the Salaries of the Mayor and Council Members
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 08-2022 amending the Municipal Code to authorize an increase in the salary of the City Councilmembers to $2,427.76 per month and of the Mayor to $4,313.28 per month, effective after the new City Council is seated following the election of November 8, 2022.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, and Cox
Noes: Councilmember Salwan
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* D. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Consider Making Findings to Allow the City Council and the Legislative Bodies of the City of Fremont to Continue Holding Meetings via Videoconference pursuant to AB 361
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council made the following findings in order to continue holding videoconference meetings for the City Council and the City’s legislative bodies:
1. The City Council has reconsider ed the circumstances of the COVID-19 state emergency;
2. The state of emergency conti nues to directly impact the ability of the members to meet safely in person; and.
3. Staff is directed to schedule reconsideration of these findings at the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on October 4, 2022.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* E. Mayor Mei opened considerati on to Report of Actions Taken by the City Manager during Council Recess, July 20, 2022 through September 5, 2022
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council received report acknowledging actions taken by the City Manager or designee during the recess.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
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* F. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Authorize the City Manag er or her designee to execute a Service Agreement with Cal Engineering & Geology, Inc., to investigate, assess and develop designs for the renovation of various segments of Lake Elizabeth Shoreline Stabilization Project (PWC 8897).
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. Chris commented. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council found that the execution of the service agreement is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per, without limitation, each on a separate and independent basis, (1) CEQA Guidelines Sections 15306, and (3) CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b).Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, to execute a Service Agreement with Cal Engineering & Geology, Inc., to investigate, assess and develop designs for the renovation of various segments of the Lake Elizabeth Shoreline, for a contract amount of $301,000, plus a 15% contingency amount of $45,150, for a total service agreement contract amount of $346,150.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* G. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Approve Purchase Orders through Cooperative Agreements with The Ford Store San Leandro for the Purchase of Ford Fleet Vehicles in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,200,000 and with National Auto Fleet Group for the Purchase of Various Make Vehicles in an Amount Not to Exceed $550,000; Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. Chris commented. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council:
1. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a purchase order with The Ford Store San Leandro for the purchase of Ford vehicles in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000
2. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a purchase order with National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of various make vehicles in an amount not to exceed $550,000.
3. Found the proposed purchase is no t a project as defined by Section 15378 (b) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and, alternatively, the action is exempt
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from CEQA under Section 15061(b)(3), as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* H. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Authorize the City Manag er and the Human Services Director/President of the Fremont Family Resource Center Corporation to Execute the CalMoneySmart Grantee Agreement for the 2022/23 Fiscal Year and Appropriate $127,195 awarded for this project. (California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) Cal Moneysmart Grant)
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council authorized the City Manager and the Human Services Director/President of the Fremont Family Resource Center Corporation to Execute the CalMoneySmart Grantee Agreement for the 2022/23 Fiscal Year and Appropriate $127,195 awarded for this project.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* I. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Approve and Authorize th e City Manager to Execute a $187,787 Agreement for FY 2022/23 with Alameda County Health Care Services Agency to Support Human Services Programs, Including the Fremont Family Resource Center Family Support Services Program and Youth and Family Services Division's Why Try Cognitive Behavioral Groups Program (Youth and Family Opportunity Programs)
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved and authorized the City Manager or her designee to execute an agreement with Alameda County Health Care Services Agency in the amount of $187,787.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
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* J. Mayor Mei opened Considera tion of a Resolution Approving a Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Fremont Police Managers’ Association (FPMA)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. Chris commented. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-49 approving the negotiated terms and authorizing the City Manager to execute a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the period of July 31, 2022, through June 30, 2025, between the City of Fremont and the Fremont Police Managers’ Association (FPMA); and direct staff to adjust appropriations in the FY 2022/23 adopted operating budget as necessary to implement the terms of the MOU.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* K. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Adopt a Resolution Summa rily Vacating a Roadway Easement at 43477 Bryant Street in the Mission San Jose Community Plan Area (PLN2019-00020), and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-50 to vacate the roadway easement at 43477 Bryant Street on grounds the easement is no longer needed, and to find that the action is exempt from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines, Section 15305.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
* L. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Accept Staff Report on t he Recent Completion of Emergency Waterline Replacement Work at the Police Center
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council accepted the staff report.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
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* M. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Approval of Funding Agre ement with the Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) for the Environmental Clearance Phase of the I-880/Decoto Road Interchange Modernization Project (PWC 9022); Accept and Approve Appropriation of Measure BB Funds in the Amount of $2,000,000 to the Project; Issue Finding of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council:
1. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a funding agreement with ACTC for the environmental clearance phase for the I-880/Decoto Road Interchange Modernization project.
2. Appropriated $2,000,000 in ACTC M easure BB funds to PWC 9022-504.
3. Found the actions are exempt fr om the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS – None.
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 person(s) commented: John Hinds.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
6. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY – None.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Mei opened considerati on to Introduce Ordinance Amending the Street Racing and Sideshow Ordinance to Prohibit Promotion of and Attendance at Such Events
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.
No presentation. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Chris and John Hinds. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the
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public comment period. This was followed by a question and answer period between Councilmembers and City staff. Councilmembers provided comment.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council waived the first reading and introduced an ordinance amending Fremont Municipal Code Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare), Chapter 9.35 (Street Racing and Sideshows), sections
9.35.010 and 9.35.030, and adding sections 9.35.090, 9.35.100, and 9.35.110. Council also requested a report out in approximately six months.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
8. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Mayor Mei Referral on Hom elessness Mitigation Policies
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.
Mayor Mei provided an overview of her referral. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Annie Koruga, Lisa Danz, Kelly Abreu, Chris, Katherine Rubie, Sharon Scharff, John Hinds, and Naren Immadi. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period. Councilmembers provided comment.
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council directed staff to review municipal options and practices from neighboring cities on how they’ve been able to address health hazards illegal dumping, and related clean-up.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
2. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Mayor Mei Referral: Appoi ntments to Advisory Bodies
No presentation. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Chris. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
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Appointments:
Advisory Body Appointee Term Expires
M o b i l i t y C o m m i s s i o n M o n i q u e C h a p m a n 1 2 / 3 1 /2025 (Impairments Representative)
R e c r e a t i o n C o m m i s s i o n E r i c D o n a t o 1 2 / 3 1 /2025
Youth Advisory Commission Emily Tang 12/31/2023
J e s s i c a L i 1 2 / 3 1 / 2023
A d i t y a M i t t a l 1 2 / 3 1 / 2023
S e a n D o r j e 1 2 / 3 1 / 2023
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Jones, the City Council approved appointments.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
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bsent: Councilmember Kassan
Abstain: None
B. Oral Reports on Meetings – None.
9. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
A t t e s t : A p p r o v e d :
_____________________________ ___________________________ S u s a n G a u t h i e r , C i t y C l e r k L I L Y M E I , M a y o r
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MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the mee ting to order at 7:02 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Salwan led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Ka ssan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances – None.
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
There was a delay at the beginning of the meeting, due to technical difficulties in Council Chambers. The meeting resumed at approximately 7:30 p.m.
* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Adopt a Resolution Updat ing the Conflict of Interest Code for the City of Fremont
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. City Attorney Alvarado responded to questions from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Jones, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-51 amending Fremont’s Conflict of Interest Code as it relates to the Form 700 designated positions and the disclosure categories.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
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3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Proclamation: Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
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 person(s) commented: Julia Shi and Naren Immadi.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
6. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY – None.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Adoption of a Resolution to Approve the Revised City Council Handbook of Rules and Procedures
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.
No presentation. City Attorney Alvarado responded to question from Councilmembers.
Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Marie Hughes, Naren Immadi, Annie Koruga, John Hinds, Kelly Abreu, and Katherine. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period. This was followed by another question and answer period between Councilmembers and City Staff. Council provided direction to staff. No vote taken.
8. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Oral Reports on Meetings
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
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9. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m.
A t t e s t : A p p r o v e d :
_____________________________ ___________________________ S u s a n G a u t h i e r , C i t y C l e r k L I L Y M E I , M a y o r
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
6:00 P.M.
Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the mee ting to order at 6:06 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Ka ssan, Salwan and Cox
Absent: Councilmember Shao
Public Comment: None.
CONVENED TO A CLOSED SESSION at 6:07 p.m.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code Section 54956.9)
1. Anita Barriga v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV000687
2. Diane Hendry v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. RG18915635
3. Jimmy Go v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 22CV009951
4. Mary Hyde v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 22CV010244
5. Michael Foust v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 2CV013289
6. Michael Knight et. al. v. City of Fremont, et. al., Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 22CV010431
7. Michelle Mondragon v. City of Fremont, US District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 5:18-cv-01605-NC
8. Shacory Daniels v. City of Fremont, US District Court for the Northern District of California, Case No. 3:20-cv-03977-EMC
9. Shahida Hassan v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV002766
10. Temple of 1001 Buddhas et al. v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 21CIV002808
11. Terri Cooper v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. HG20076568
12. Tuan Trinh et. al. v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No.
RG20075420
13. Yelena Zimon v. City of Fremont, Alameda County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV002066
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
(Government Code Section 54956.9(d)
1. Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of California Government Code Section 54956.9: (One Case).
2. Initiation of litigation, based on existing facts and circumstances, pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of California Government Code Section 54956.9: (One Case)
The Special Meeting of the Fremont City Council adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
A t t e s t : A p p r o v e d :
_____________________________ ___________________________ S u s a n G a u t h i e r , C i t y C l e r k L I L Y M E I , M a y o r
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MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Vice Mayor Keng led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference in Closed Session.
The Council discussed existing litigation for the thirteen cases listed on this evening’s Closed Session Agenda. The Council took no reportable action on those items. The Council also had conference with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation and took no reportable action. Lastly, the Council discussed initiation of litigation based on existing facts and circumstances pursuant to Paragraph 4 of Subdivision D of California Government Code Section Nine and directed the City Attorney to initiate litigation on one case.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: The City Attorney read the titles of ordinances to be considered.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
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* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance of the City of Fremont Amending Fremont Municipal Code Title 9 Public Pease, Morals and Welfare, Chapter 9.35 Street Racing and Sideshows, Sections 9.35.010 and 9.35.030, and Adding Sections 9.35.090, 9.35.100, and 9.35.110
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 09-2022 amending the Fremont Municipal Code Title 9 Public Peace, Morals and Welfare, Chapter 9.35 Street Racing and Sideshows, Sections 9.35.010 And 9.35.030, and Adding Sections 9.35.090, 9.35.100, And 9.35.110.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* D. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Adopt a Resolution Ratifying Indemnity Agreements Between the City and the County of Alameda and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Indemnity Agreements on A1 Bond Funded Affordable Housing Projects
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-52 ratifying the execution of the indemnity agreement between 1) the City and the County of Alameda for Doug Ford Senior Apartments and 2) Granite Ridge Apartments; authorizing the City Manager to execute similar indemnity agreements between the City and the County of Alameda for covered affordable housing projects in the development pipeline, and making findings of CEQA exemption.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* E. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Authorize the City Manager, or Designee, to Issue Purchase Orders for Annual Operating Payments/Renewals and Execute Implementing Documents with East Bay Regional Communications System Authority (EBRCSA) for Use of the Public Safety Radio Communications System
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to issue a purchase order for the annual operating payment to EBRCSA, for Radio Services, in an amount not to exceed $329,040 for the one- year period effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 and execute implementing documents as necessary.
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Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* F. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Accept and Appropriate Assistance to Firefighters Grant Funds for $663,623 for Paramedic Training (AFG Grant Funds)
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council:
1. Accepted the Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $663,623.
2. Recognized the grant revenue and appropriate it in the Federal Operating Grants Fund (Fund 199).
3. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary agreements or documents in connection with the grant award.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
* G. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Authorization to Execute a Task Order to the Joint Powers Agreement with Fremont Unified School District. Task Order HSD-16 for the Provision of Mental Health, Family Support Services, Parenting Support, Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services, Youth Development and Alternative to Suspension Services; as well as collaborate with the FUSD Wellness Centers to innovate and deliver services and explore opportunities to assist homeless parents and their youth.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council approved and authorized the City Manager or her designee to enter into Task Order HSD-16 to the Joint Powers Agreement with Fremont Unified School District in an amount not to exceed $113,563 for Youth and Family Services Division to provide School-Based Mental Health Counseling; Why Try Cognitive Behavioral Group Counseling as an Alternative to Suspension program for At-Risk youth; Substance Use Disorder Treatment services for Adolescents at Robertson and Kennedy High Schools; and the Family Resource Center Division to provide Family Support Services (Case Management) for the 2022-2023 school year (August 16, 2022 through June 15, 2023).
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS – None.
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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 person(s) commented: Lisa Danz
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Public Hearing (Published Notice) to Review the Annual Report on the Rent Review Ordinance and Adopt the FY 2022/23 Annual Program Fee
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.
No presentation. Mayor Mei opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public hearing. This was followed by questions and comments from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, the City Council:
1. Received the Rent Review Ordinance Annual Report;
2. Held a public hearing;
3. Authorized a fee of $13.00 per residential rental unit in FY 2022/23 to recover the costs of the Rent Review Program; and
4. Adopted Resolution No. 2022-53 to amend the Master Fee Schedule to modify the Rent Review Program Fee.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Kassan, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
6. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY – None.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration to Introduce Ordinance Amending and Adding Sections to Chapter 6.10 Animal Ownership, Chapter 6.20 Licensing and Vaccinations, Chapter
6.30 Impoundment, Chapter 6.40 Animal Fancier’s Permit and Chapter 6.50 Prohibited Activities. (Amendments to Animals Ordinance)
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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.
Animal Services Manager Kelly Miott provided a presentation and responded to questions from Councilmembers. Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Nickie Irvine, John Hinds, Richard, CL, Steve Skala, Diane Shaw (representing the Ohlone Humane Society), and Caller *489/Attorney Elham Marder. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period. This was followed by another question and answer period between Councilmembers and City Staff.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kassan, seconded by Vice Mayor Keng, to not introduce an ordinance and have staff seek additional feedback from the public. No vote was taken, as a substitute motion was made. The substitute motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Cox, for the City Council to accept staff recommendation to waive the first reading and introduce the proposed ordinance amending Fremont Municipal Code Sections 6.10.030, 6.10.040, 6.10.070, 6.20.010, 6.30.040, 6.30.060, 6.40.030, 6.40.040, and
6.50.040, and adding Sections 6.10.130, 6.40.025, and 6.40.035. This motion was voted on and approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Keng, Councilmembers: Jones, Shao, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: Councilmember Kassan
Absent: None
Abstain: None
8. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Oral Reports on Meetings
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
9. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
_____________________________ ___________________________ Susan Gauthier, City Clerk LILY MEI, Mayor