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MINUTES
FREMONT CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 2, 2024
FREMONT CITY HALL AND
VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM
7:00 P.M.
1. PRELIMINARY
A. Call to Order: Mayor Mei called the meeti ng to order at 7:01 p.m.
B. Flag Salute: Councilmember Salwan led the salute to the flag.
C. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Absent: Councilmember Keng
D. Announcements by Mayor/City Manager/City Attorney
Mayor Mei announced the Boards and Commissions vacancies.
City Manager Shackelford introduced staff.
E. Report Out of Closed Session (if applicable)
City Attorney Alvarado reported that the Council conducted a conference in Closed Session.
Council took no reportable actions.
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 Cox, the City Council waived further readings of proposed ordinances.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
* B. Approval of Minutes – None.
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* C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of A pproval to Authorize the City Manager, or Designee, to Issue a Purchase Order and Execute Implementing Documents with Foster + Freeman in an amount not to exceed $160,135 for the DCS-5 DIMS latent fingerprint system (Digital Image Management System (DIMS))
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council authorized the City Manager, or designee, to issue a purchase order and execute implementing documents with Foster + Freeman in an amount not to exceed $160,135 for the purchase of the DIMS DCS-5 system.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
* D. Mayor Mei opened consideration to A pprove the Plans & Specifications; Award the Contract to SDM Construction in the amount of $169,740 (including 15% Contingency) for the Police Administration Building First Level Flooring Replacement Project (PWC8393); Make Findings of CEQA Exemption (Police Building Flooring Replacement Project)
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Police Administration Building Flooring Project (PWC8393):
1. Found the project is exempt from the CEQA review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) as the project involves the minor repair, maintenance, or modification of the interior of an existing facility involving no expansion of use beyond that which presently exists.
2. Approved Plans and Specifications for the project.
3. Accepted the Bid and awarded the constructi on contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, SDM Construction in the amount of $147,600 and allocate a 15% contingency in the amount of $22,140 for a total construction contract amount of $169,740; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
* E. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Appr oval of Plans and Specifications; Award of Contract to TOCHI in the amount of $378,120 (including 15% Contingency) for the Central Park Switchgear and Transformers Replacement Project (PWC 9096); Make Findings of CEQA Exemption (Central Park Electric System Upgrade)
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On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Central Park Switchgear and Transformers Replacement Project (PWC9096):
1. Found the project is exempt from CEQA re view pursuant to CEQA Guideline Section 15301(d) as the project involves rehabilitation of deteriorated facilities to meet current standards public health and safety.
2. Approved Plans and Specifications for the Central Park Switchgear and Transformers Replacement Project.
3. Accepted the Bid and awarded the constructi on contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder TOCHI in the amount of $328,800 and allocate a 15% contingency in the amount of $49,320 for a total construction contract amount of $378,120 and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
* F. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Appr oval of Plans and Specifications, and Award a Contract to G.
Bortolotto & Company, Inc. in the Amount of $1,946,416.84 (Including 5% Contingency) for the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (PWC8234-X); Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved the following actions related to the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (PWC8234-X):
1. Approved the plans and speci fications for the project.
2. Accepted the bid and awarded the constructi on contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc. in the amount of $1,856,416.84, plus a 5% construction contingency in the amount of $90,000 for a total construction contract amount of $1,946,416.84 and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
3. Found this project exempt from environmental review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301 (repair, maintenance or minor alteration of existing facilities involving no or negligible expansion of use beyond that presently existing) and Section 15302 (replacement or reconstruction of existing structures/facilities).
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmem
ber Keng
Abstain: None
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* G. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Appr oval of Plans and Specifications; Award of Contract to SCC Electric, Inc. in the amount of $415,952 (including Bid Alternate No.1 & 15% Contingency) for the Fire Station No. 7 Emergency Generator Replacement Project (PWC8393); Make Findings of CEQA Exemption
On a motion by Councilmember Salwan, seconded by Councilmember Cox, the City Council approved the following actions related to the Fire Station No.7 Emergency Generator Replacement Project (PWC8393):
1. Found the project is exempt from CEQA re view pursuant to CEQA Guideline Section 15302(c) as the replacement of an existing utility system involving negligible or no expansion of capacity.
2. Approved Plans and Specifications for th e Fire Station No.7 Emergency Generator Replacement Project.
3. Accepted the Bid and awarded the constructi on contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder SCC Electric, Inc. in the amount of $329,089, approve bid alternate No.1 in the amount of $37,500, and allocate a 15% contingency in the amount of $49,363 for a total construction contract amount of $415,952; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
3. CEREMONIAL ITEMS – None.
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: Connie Chew (Fremont Cultural Arts Council), Mubeen Quadri, Julie Gilson (Fremont Cultural Arts Council), Dhankaran Ajravat, Sophia, Aisha Siddiqui, Saeed, and Kelly Abreu.
5. SCHEDULED ITEMS – None.
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6. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Mayor Mei opened consideration of a Report in Response to Councilmember Kassan Referral – Regarding Animal Shelter Services
See Green Sheet on file, for the correction to the Fiscal Impact section.
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.
Police Chief Sean Washington, Deputy Chief Lance Brede, Deputy City Manager DeMers, and Human Resources Director Tina Gallegos provided a presentation and responded to questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: Diane Shaw (Ohlone Humane Society), Kelly Roney, Barbara Gifford (Ohlone Humane Society), Bridget Makk, Yukira Vu (Kitten Rescue 101), Hilary Danehy (Ohlone Humane Society), Mich Chen, Fabian Meier, and Golden Shao. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period. This was followed by questions and comments from Councilmembers.
On a motion by Councilmember Kassan, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council accepted recommendation, and implement the TNR Program as written in alternate option, coordinate with Ohlone Humane Society and other non-profits that do this TNR work, that the shelter have at least a two “drop off days” a week for TNR program, and reinstate a kitten foster program as soon as feasible.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
B. Mayor Mei opened consideration of Appr oval for Procedures and Guidelines Outlining Parking Enforcement Near City Schools and Parks in Response to Council Request for Analysis (Large Vehicle Parking Enforcement Policy Consideration)
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.
Deputy City Manager Allen DeMers and Public Works Director Hans Larsen gave a presentation. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: David King, Bhakti Pargui, Albert Tsui, Rita Azizian, Minak Shi, UG, Shiv Kumar, John Ng, Golden Shao, and Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period. Staff responded to questions from Councilmembers.
*Consent Items
The City Council received this staff report, including an update on the City’s current efforts to restrict large vehicle parking at school sites deemed most impacted. No additional action taken at this time.
C. Mayor Mei opened consideration of A pproval to Introduce an Ordinance Amending Fremont Municipal Code Section 10.05.630 “Stopping or Parking Prohibited – Signs Required” Related to Parking Near Intersections and Vehicle Heights; and Find Actions are Exempt from CEQA Review (Update to Parking Regulations)
Public Works Director Hans Larsen gave a presentation and responded to questions from Councilmembers. Mayor Mei opened the public comment period. The following persons commented: John Hinds, Tejal Parghi, Daniel Karpelevitch, John Ng, Golden Shao, and Kelly Abreu. There being no additional speakers, Mayor Mei closed the public comment period.
Staff responded to questions from Councilmembers. Councilmembers provided comment.
On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council:
1. Found that the recommended action is 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.
2. Introduced an ordinance amending Section 10.05.630 of the Fremont Municipal Code to update parking regulations.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, an
d Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: None
7. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCILMEMBERS
A. Council Referrals – None.
B. Appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees
1. Mayor Mei opened consideration of MAYOR MEI REFERRAL: Appointments to Advisory Body
APPOINTMENTS:
Advisory Body Appointee Term Expires
Recreation Commission Ryan Dennis 12/31/2027
Recreation Commission Amar Tiwari 12/31/2025
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On a motion by Councilmember Cox, seconded by Councilmember Salwan, the City Council approved appointments.
Ayes: Mayor Mei, Vice Mayor Shao, Councilmembers: Campbell, Kassan, Salwan, and Cox
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ken
g
Abstain: 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 10:25 p.m.
Attest: Approved:
_____________________________ ___________________________ Susan Gauthier, City Clerk LILY MEI, Mayor