MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
JANUARY 9, 2024
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
6:15 P.M.
Call to Order: Councilmember Salwan called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei (via Zoom) , Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Absent: Vice Mayor Shao
Public Comment: None.
CONVENED TO A CLOSED SESSION at 6:16 p.m.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (One Case)
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)
The Special Meeting of the Fremont City Council adjourned at 7:00 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
*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 9, 2024
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Councilmember Salwan called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Keng led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Councilmembers: Ke ng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Absent: Mayor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
D. Announcements by Councilmember Salwan/City Manager/City Atto rney
Councilmember Salwan announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford shared information regarding items of Council/community interest.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable)
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference in Closed Session.
The Council discussed one item Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation, One Case, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(D)(4). Council discussed the item 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 Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* B. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval of M inutes
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved minutes for the Regular Meeting of November 21, 2023, the Regular Meeting of December 5, 2023, and the Regular Meeting of December 12, 2023.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
* C. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of the Second Re ading and Adoption of an Ordinance of the City of Fremont Adding Chapter 5.100 Short-Term Rentals (STR) to the Fremont Municipal Code
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 01-2024 adding Chapter 5.100 (Short Term Rentals) to the Fremont Municipal Code.
Ayes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
* D. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval of t he Plans and Specifications for the Aqua Adventure Water Park Slide Refurbishment Project; Appropriate $500,000 in the Recreation Cost Center Fund 189 Operating Improvement Reserve, and Award a Contract to Safe Slide Restoration for the Base Bid amount of $596,247.43, plus Alternate #1 for $14,152.20, and Alternate #2 for $37,199.48; plus a 10% Construction Contingency (PWC8501)
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Approved the Plans and Specifi cations for the Aqua Adventure Water Park Slide Refurbishment Project (PWC8501).
2. Appropriated $500,000 from the Recr eation Cost Center (Fund 189) Operating Improvement Reserve for the Aqua Adventure Water Park Slide Refurbishment Project.
3. Accepted the Base Bid and Alternates 1 and 2; awarded a cons truction contract; and authorized the City Manager or her designee to execute all construction related agreements with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Safe Slide Restoration, in the amount of $647,599.11, plus a 10% construction contingency amount of $64,759.91, for a total construction contract amount of $712,359.02.
Ayes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* E. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Authorization to Execute a Third Amendment to a Master Service Contract with Alameda County Probation Department for Programs Supporting At-Risk Youth and Families, through June 30, 2024; Appropriate Additional Funds, and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council authorized the City Manager or her designee to execute a Third Amendment with Alameda County Probation Department extending the term of the Agreement through June 30, 2024, for an additional amount of $266,244; and appropriate an additional $38,830 to Fund 133.
Ayes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
* F. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval to A dopt a Resolution Acceptance and Spending Plan of the 2023/24 State of California Citizens Option for Public Safety (COPS) Grant
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-01 accepting the 2023/24 California Citizens Option for Public Safety (COPS) grant in the amount of $662,145 as allocated in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Account (SLESA) for the Fremont Police Department and approving the spending plan set forth in the resolution to purchase items supporting front line law enforcement services.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
* G. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval to A uthorize the City Manager or her Designee to Execute the Facilities Maintenance Agreement with New Image Landscape Company (Facilities Maintenance Agreement for Lighting, Landscape and Maintenance Services for District 88)
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council awarded a facilities maintenance agreement for a term ending June 30, 2029, and authorized the City Manager or her designee to execute the agreement with New Image Landscape Company, with a total not to exceed amount of $906,300.11.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Recused: Salwan (business/propert y interest)
*Consent Items
* H. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval of t he Plans and Specifications and Award of Contract to Spencon Construction, Inc. for the 2024 Citywide Concrete Repairs and Intersection Ramps Project (PWC8483-H), for the Base Bid, two Add Alternates, plus a 14% Construction Contingency, for a Total Construction Contract Amount of $2,978,579; Make Findings of CEQA Exemption.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Approved the plans and speci fications for the project.
2. Accepted the Base Bid and Alternate Bids 1 and 2; awarded th e contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Spencon Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,618,579 and allocated a 14% construction contingency in the amount of $360,000 for a total construction contract amount of $2,978,579, and authorized the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
* I. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration to Approve the P lans and Specifications for the California Nursery Historical Park Interpretive Signage Installation Project, PWC8837; and Award a Contract to Square Signs LLC dba Front Signs for the Base Bid amount of $240,430, plus a 15% Construction Contingency Amount of $36,065, for a Total Construction Contract Amount of $276,495; Find the project is consistent with the adopted California Nursery Historical Park Master Plan, for which an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was previously prepared and certified in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (PWC8837)
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Approved the Plans and Specificat ions for the California Nursery Historical Park Interpretive Signage Installation (PWC8837).
2. Found the project is consistent with the adopted California Nursery Historical Park Master Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR), which was previously prepared and certified in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
3. Awarded a construction contract and authorized the City Manager or designee to execute all construction related agreements with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Square Signs LLC dba Front Signs, for $240,430, plus a 15% construction contingency in the amount of $36,065, for a total construction contract amount of $276,495.
Ayes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* J. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval of C ooperative Agreement with Caltrans to Support the Project Approval, Environmental Clearance and Design Phases for the I-680/North Mission Boulevard Interchange Modernization Project (PWC 9021).
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Salwan opened the public comment period. The following person commented: Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Councilmember Salwan closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Campbell, the City Council authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a cooperative agreement with Caltrans to support the project approval, environmental clearance and final design phases for the I-680/North Mission Boulevard Interchange Modernization project.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
* K. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval of P lans and Specifications; Award Contract to GradeTech, Inc. in the Amount of $1,755,135.72 (includes 10% Contingency) for the Fremont Boulevard and Country Drive Protected Intersection Project (PWC9050); Appropriation Actions; and Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Found that this project is exem pt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Section 21080.25 of the California Public Resources Code as a sustainable transportation project that implements pedestrian and bicycle facilities and improves multimodal safety and access for current and potential transit riders and is further exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 as the repair, maintenance or minor alteration of existing facilities involving no or negligible expansion of use beyond that presently existing.
2. Approved the plans and speci fications for the project.
3. Accepted the bid and awarded the construction contract to th e lowest responsive and responsible bidder, GradeTech Inc., in the amount of $1,595,577.72 and allocate a 10% construction contingency in the amount of $159,558 for a total construction contract amount of $1,755,135.72, and authorized the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
4. Reallocate $605,826.72 from PWC9092-134 to PWC9050-134.
5. Reallocate $225,000 fro m PWC9092-515 to PWC9050-515.
6. Reallocate $300,000 fro m PWC9092-520 to PWC9050-520.
Ayes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
*Consent Items
* L. Councilmember Salwan opened consideration of Approval to A uthorize the City Manager or Her Designee to Execute a Service Agreement with WestGate Ventures for Project Management Services to Prepare a Land Development Plan for the City-Owned Parcel at the Corner of Fremont Boulevard and Decoto Road; Reallocate Funding (Fremont-Decoto Land Development Plan Project Management Service Agreement)
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Authorized the City Manager or her designee to enter into a service agreement with WestGate Ventures in a not-to-exceed amount of $320,000; and
2. Reallocated $570,000 from PWC8520-501 to PWC9112-501 to fund the WestGate Ventures service agreement and $250,000 in estimated staff costs.
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yes: Councilmembers: Ken g, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox Noes: None
Absent: Ma
yor Mei and Vice Mayor Shao
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Proclamation: Afro American Cultural & Historical Society, Forty-Seventh Commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
B. Resolution: Honoring Jean Morgan of Abode Services
C. Resolution: Honoring Case Manager Dagmar Stonas, RN for Twen ty-five Years of Service
D. Resolution: Honoring Captain Matthew Snelson for Twenty Years of Service
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
The following person(s) commented: Thomas Cabral (provided hand-out) and Kelly Abreu.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
6. OTHER BUSINESS – None.
7. ITEMS REFERRED B Y COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
*Consent Items
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Councilmember Salwan adjourned the meeting at 7:45 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 R A J S A L W A N , Councilmember
*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
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 Salwan led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, and Cox
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford shared information regarding items of Council/community interest.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances: The City Attorney read the titles of ordinances to be considered.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
*Consent Items
* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration to approve the Plans and Sp ecifications for the Central Park Cricket Field Shades Project, Award a Construction Contract to Frontline General Engineering Construction, Inc. for the Bid Amount of $102,528, plus a 10% Construction Contingency Amount of $10,253, for a Total Construction Contract Amount of $112,781, and Find the Project Exempt From Further Environmental Review Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 Existing Facilities (Central Park Cricket Field Shades Project (PWC9001))
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council:
1. Approved the Plans and Specificat ions for the Central Park Cricket Field Shades Project (PWC9001).
2. Accepted the bid, awarded a construction contract, and autho rize the City Manager or her designee to execute all construction related agreements with the responsive and responsible bidder, Frontline General Engineering Construction, Inc., in the amount of $102,528, plus a 10% construction Contingency amount of $10,253, for a total construction contract amount of 112,781.
3. Found the Project exempt from fu rther environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 Existing Facilities.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
* D. Mayor Mei opened considera tion of Approval to Authorize the City Manager or their Designee to Execute a Master Site License Agreement with Ava Community Energy for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations at Multiple Locations and Find that the Action is Exempt from CEQA Review (Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Hubs)
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council authorized the City Manager or their designee to execute a master site license agreement with Ava Community Energy for electric vehicle fast charging hubs and find that the action is exempt from CEQA review.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
*Consent Items
* E. Mayor Mei opened considera tion of Approval of Specifications and Award of Contract to Global Road Sealing, Inc. in the Amount of $155,000 (Including 20% Contingency) for the 2024 Citywide Pavement Crack Seal Project (PWC8195-W1); Make Findings of CEQA Exemption.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved the following actions related to the 2024 Citywide Pavement Crack Seal Project (PWC8195-W1):
1. Approve the specifica tions for the project.
2. Accept the bid and award the construction contract to the lo west responsive and responsible bidder, Global Road Sealing, Inc. in the amount of $129,000 and allocate a 20% construction contingency in the amount of $26,000 for a total construction contract amount of $155,000 and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
3. Find the project is exempt fro m review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15301 as the maintenance, repair or minor alteration of existing facilities involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that presently exists.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
* F. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Approval of Agreements f or On-Call Qualified Stormwater Developer - Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSD-QSP) Consulting Services in the Amount of $1,250,000 per Agreement with Keish Environmental, Millennium Consulting Associates, and Surf to Snow Environmental Resource Management, Inc. (Stormwater Consulting Services)
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved and authorized the City Manager or designee to execute a Master Service Agreement with the following three consultants:
1. Keish Environmental for on-call QSD-QSP consulting services for a total not-to-exceed compensation of $1,250,000 for five years.
2. Millennium Consulting Associat es for on-call QSD-QSP consulting services for a total not-to-exceed compensation of $1,250,000 for five years.
3. S2S ERM, Inc. for on-call QSD- QSP consulting services for a total not-to-exceed compensation of $1,250,000 for five years.
4. Found that the actions are exemp t from environmental review as a separate and independent base for CEQA compliance, under CEQA Guidelines, Section 15378 (administrative and funding activity not a “project” under CEQA) and Section 15061 (no possibility the activity may have significant effect on the environment). Environmental
*Consent Items
review will be conducted as part of the project environmental clearance process, as appropriate.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Presentation by SolSmart Rec ognizing Fremont as the Nation’s First City to Earn the Platinum Designation
B. Recognition for the 2023 Synop sys Championship Science Fair Winners from Fremont
C. Proclamation: Honoring the Div ine Nine for Black History Month in Fremont
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
The following persons commented: Thomas Cabral, Hiu Ng, Kirtida Desai, Grish Manmadkar, Suraj Sampath, Andrew Wang, Krish Ramachandran, Swati Tripathi, Rajeen Taitriya, Benjamin Yee, Master Long, Alex Woo, Henry Liang, Kelly Abreu, Jordan Ilagan, Gulled Roble, Sumaya Journati, Katelun Trieu, Roberta Ryan, Avani Bhatnagar, Nuha Khan, Aisha Siddiqui, Saeed Dazi, Shiraz Shahin, and Sharat Lin.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration of a Public Hearing (Publish ed Notice) to Consider Adopting a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule to Update Fremont Family Resource Center Fees. (Human Services Department Master Fee Schedule Update)
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-02 amending the following section of the Master Fee Schedule as recommended by staff, effective immediately following Council adoption: Section V. Human Services, F. Fremont Family Resource Center, 2) Rates for Family Resource Center and making findings of CEQA exemption.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
*Consent Items
6. OTHER BUSINESS – None.
7. ITEMS REFERRED B Y COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees
1. Mayor Mei opened considerati on of MAYOR MEI REFERRAL: Appointments to Advisory Body
APPOINTMENTS:
Advisory Body Appointee Term Expires
Human Relations Commission Subash Sundaresan 12/31/2027
Human Relations Commission Geeta Kadambi 12/31/2027
Human Relations Commission Karen Stiller 12/31/2027
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council approved appointments.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Kassan
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bstain: None
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
A t t e s t : A p p r o v e d :
__________________________________ __________________________ _ Alberto Quintanilla, Management Analyst LILY MEI, Mayor
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
6:00 P.M.
TELECONFERENCE NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), the following meeting included teleconference participation by Councilmember Campbell from:
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Hotel Business Center, 2nd floor
1011 L Street, NW
Washington, DC. 20001
Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the mee ting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox. Councilmember Cox arrived at 6:05 p.m.
Councilmember Keng arrived at 6:10 p.m.
Public Comment: None.
CONVENED TO A CLOSED SESSION at 6:02 p.m.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)
(One Case)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(1)
1. Michael John Knight, Jr., e t al. v. City of Fremont, et al.
Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 22CV010431
The Special Meeting of the Fremont City Council adjourned at 7:05 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
*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
TELECONFERENCE NOTICE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), the following meeting included teleconference participation by Councilmember Campbell from:
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Hotel Business Center, 2nd floor
1011 L Street, NW
Washington, DC. 20001
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the mee ting to order at 7:11 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Keng led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford shared information regarding items of Council/community interest.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable)
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference in Closed Session this evening. The Council discussed Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4), one case, and took no reportable action.
The Council also had a discussion regarding Pending Litigation, case name Michael John Knight, Jr. Et Al., vs City of Fremont, Et Al., Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 22CV010431. No reportable action taken on this item.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
* A. Waive Reading of Ordinances – None.
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
*Consent Items
* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Approval to Adopt a Reso lution Approving Amendments to the Policy and Request to Purchase Additional Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for Use in the Field and Drone as First Responder (DFR) Deployments (Military Equipment Use Policy Update)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilmember Cox shared comments.
Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. There being no speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-03 approving the amendments to the Military Equipment Use Policy, purchase of four UAS, and use of the UAS in the DFR Program.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
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bstain: None
* D. Mayor Mei opened considera tion of Approval to Authorize the City Manager or Designee to Enter into an Agreement and Issue Purchase Orders with SmartWave Technologies, LLC for the Purchase and Installation of Wi-Fi Equipment for the Six Commercial Districts Wi-Fi Access Expansion Project in an Amount Not to Exceed $800,000 and Find the Project Exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Wi-Fi Equipment and Installation Purchase for the Six Commercial Districts)
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilmembers shared comments. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. There being no speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager , or her designee, to enter into an agreement and to execute implementing documents with SmartWave Technologies, LLC, for the purchase and installation of Wi-Fi equipment for the Six Commercial Districts Wi-Fi Access Expansion Project in an amount not to exceed $800,000.
2. Found this project exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301 as a minor alteration of existing facilities involving no or negligible expansion of use beyond that presently existing.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
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bstain: None
*Consent Items
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Proclamation: Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week - February 7-14, 2024
B. Proclamation: One Book, One Community Read
C. Proclamation: 2024 Lunar New Year Celebration
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
Communications 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: Hiu Ng, Ahmed M., Keith Parker, Naheed Hasnat, Jackson Peterson (representing GovGPT, provided handout), Inga Pevchin, Rabbi Eli Lande, Felix Lechner, Charles Dornfest, Annie Zeng, Yasin Mohammed, Anish Sutha, Nasteha Ahmen, Sadiya Shamim, Moshe Fuss, Obaidah, Mohammed Ahmed, Roberta Ryan, Gulled Rebled, Sumaya Jarnati, Naseer Syed, Kim Mohammed, Fatmeh Helweh, M. Forooq, Nick Sar, Khaled Abraham, and Vlad V.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Mayor Mei opened considerati on of a scheduled Public Hearing titled “APPEAL OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AT&T WIRELESS OHLONE COLLEGE (PLN2023-00261)” The item has been continued to the March 19, 2024 City Council Meeting, at the request of the applicant.
No vote taken. Item continued to a date certain.
B. Mayor Mei opened consideration of a Public Hearing (Publish ed Notice) to Adopt a Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule to Change City Staff Charges for Special Events
Public Affairs Manager Amy Gee provided an overview. Mayor Mei opened the public hearing. The following person commented: Cindy Bonior (representing the Fremont Chamber of Commerce). There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public hearing. Staff responded to questions from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Keng, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-04 amending the Master Fee Schedule for Special Event Staff Charges.
*Consent Items
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
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bstain: None
6. OTHER BUSINESS – None.
7. ITEMS REFERRED B Y COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals
1. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Councilmember Kassan Refe rral: Animal Shelter
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Councilmember Kassan provided an overview. City Staff responded to questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Kelly Taaffe, Hilary Danahy (Ohlone Humane), Eileen Williams, Suzanne Caires (Recues, provided a hand-out), Sharon Giottonini (OHS info line), Bridget Makk, Kathryn Hamilton, Sherry Murphy, Mich Chen, Yurika Vu (Kitten Rescue 101), Kate Mills, Diane Shaw (Ohlone Humane Society), Veronica Walter, Kelly Abreu, and Marie Hughes. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Kassan clarified that her referral was for dispositive action this evening and not a request to report back. This was followed by much discussion between Council and Staff.
On a motion by Councilmember Shao, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council voted to bring a report back on April 2, 2024, addressing the seven items identified in the Kassan Referral, as potential action items.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: Councilmember Kassan voted no on grounds she wanted action this evening.
Absent: None
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bstain: None
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
C. Legislative Actions – None.
*Consent Items
D. Report on Committee Assignments
Councilmembers reported on their various meetings.
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 10:35 p.m.
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*Consent Items
MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
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 Campbell led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford shared information regarding items of Council/community interest.
E. Report Out of Closed Session – None.
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 Councilmember Salwan, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
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bstain: None
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Approval to Accept $1 Mi llion Funding Grant from the State of California for the Central Park Community Center Project (PWC9087); Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Grant Funding Agreement; and Find Actions are Exempt from CEQA.
*Consent Items
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council approved of the following actions related to receiving State grant funds for the Central Park Community Center project:
1. Find the actions are exempt fr om environmental review as a separate and independent basis for CEQA compliance, under CEQA Guidelines, Section 15378 (administrative and funding activity not a “project” under CEQA) and Section 15061 (no possibility the activity may have significant effect on the environment). Environmental review will be conducted as part of the project environmental clearance process, as appropriate.
2. Accept State grant funds from AB 102 in the amount of $1 mil lion and appropriate the funds to the Central Park Community Center Project – PWC9087-525.
3. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-05 a uthorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the grant funding agreement and prepare any other documents required to implement said agreement with the California Natural Resources Agency.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: None
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bstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Certificate of Recognition: O hlone College Black Student Union
4. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
A. Oral and Written Communications
The following persons commented: Junaid Hussain, Jerin Al-Khalil, Saeed, Mohammed, Sofia Khan, Fiza Liaquat, Naseer Syed, Aisha Siddiau, Bonnie Kellogg, Michael Sorim, Anish Suthar, Yasin, Charles Dornfest, Le Mares, Naseer Irfan, Arbaz Khan Mohammed, Shabaz Khan Mohammed, Nahed Barakat, Samar Barakat, Maniya Greene, Salim Mastan, Othman A., Thomas Cabral (provided a hand-out), Inga Pevchin, Kim Mo, Gulled Roble, Sumaya Jounati, and Istafa Zaidi.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration of a Public Hearing (Publish ed Notice) to Conduct First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending Fremont Municipal Code Section
10.05.1000, Declaring the Speed Limits to be Posted upon Designated Streets in the City; Approve the Engineering and Traffic Survey; and Find Actions are Exempt from CEQA Review (Updating Speed Limits on City Streets)
Public Works Director Hans Larsen provided an overview. Mr. Larsen and Principal Transportation Engineer Eric Hu responded to questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Mei
*Consent Items
opened the public hearing. The following persons commented: Naren Immadi and Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public hearing.
Councilmembers provided comments.
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council:
1. Held a Public Hearing.
2. Found that the recommended acti ons are exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), in that it is not a project which has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment.
3. Approved the Engineering and Tra ffic Survey for Speed Limits Final Report dated December 2023, prepared by Kimley-Horn and Associates, which identifies the engineering basis for determining the new speed limits in the city.
4. Introduced an ordinance amending Section 10.05.1000 of the Fremont Municipal Code to update established speed limits on City roadways.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Councilmembers: Keng, Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: Vice Ma yor Shao
Absent: None
A
bstain: None
6. OTHER BUSINESS – None.
7. ITEMS REFERRED B Y COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees – None.
C. Legislative Actions – None.
D. Report on Committee Assignments – None.
8. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Mei adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
A t t e s t : A p p r o v e d :
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