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Fresno, CA 93721
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City of Fresno
Meeting Minutes
City Council
President - Annalisa Perea
Vice President - Mike Karbassi
Councilmembers:
Miguel Angel Arias, Tyler Maxwell, Luis Chavez,
Garry Bredefeld, Nelson Esparza
City Manager - Georgeanne A. White
City Attorney - Andrew Janz
City Clerk - Todd Stermer, CMC
9:00 AM Council Chambers (In
Person and/or Electronic)
https://www.fresno.gov/bud
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Thursday, June 27, 2024
Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the date and time above written.
9:04 A.M. ROLL CALL
President Annalisa Perea
Vice President Mike Karbassi
Councilmember Miguel Angel Arias
Councilmember Tyler Maxwell
Councilmember Luis Chavez
Councilmember Garry Bredefeld
Councilmember Nelson Esparza
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Invocation by Bhai Sarbjit Singh Ji from the Fresno Sikh Institute Bhai Sarbjit Singh Ji gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Councilmember Bredefeld led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE AGENDA
City Clerk Stermer announced the following changes to the agenda:
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2-F (24-901) Actions pertaining to the 2023-2024 #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program. The first section of the title was updated to ***RESOLUTION – Authorizing the Acceptance of Grant Funding from #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program Grant in the Amount of $750,000 for the One Fresno Youth Job Corps Program. (Subject to Mayor’s veto).
2-T (24-869) Actions pertaining to adopting a five-year plan for residential solid waste service charges in accordance with Proposition 218 – Moved after Closed Session. Council member Arias requested this item stay on the consent calendar.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA:
9:25 A.M. (24-763) HEARING to Consider an appeal regarding Cannabis Conditional Use Permit Application No. P23-03086 and related Environmental Assessment for property located at 4555 East Kings Canyon Road - Removed from the agenda by Councilmember Chavez to return on July 25, 2024.
2-I (24-891) Actions pertaining to a State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Grant Agreement between the City of Fresno and Central California Land Trust – Tabled with no return date by Councilmember Arias. 2-J (24-894) Actions pertaining to land use for Tiny Homes - Tabled with no return date by Councilmember Arias.
THE FOLLOWING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS WERE MOVED TO THE
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION:
2-B (24-872) Approve the appointments/reappointments to various members on various boards - Moved to Contested Consent by Councilmember Arias. 2-K (24-851) Actions pertaining to the Fresno Police Department’s technology contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. – Moved to Contested Consent by Councilmember Maxwell and Councilmember Arias.
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On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Vice President Karbassi, the agenda was ADOPTED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
ID 24-805 Presentation of the Central California American Planning Association’s 2024 Leadership and Service Award
PRESENTED
ID 24-868 Fresno Animal Center presents “Pet of the Month”
PRESENTED
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Arias Reports and Comments: announced fines for using illegal fireworks; the High Speed Rail construction project; acknowledged colleagues, staff, and Kaiser staff for welcoming the birth of his son; acknowledged the need for time with family.
Vice President Karbassi Reports and Comments: acknowledged the birth of Councilmember Arias' son; acknowledged Mike Shirinian and Daniel McGee for the 30th anniversary of the Elbow Room Restaurant; announced after 40 years Stephanie Barooshian is retiring from broadcasting; acknowledged Fire Chief Alcorn for following up about illegal fireworks; encouraged residents to report the use of illegal fireworks, and encouraged residents not to host illegal fireworks.
Council President Perea Reports and Comments: acknowledged the birth of Councilmember Arias' son; announced the movies in the park series; and acknowledged PARCS Department staff for the redesign of Quigley Park.
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
There were no reports or comments from the Mayor or City Manager.
CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS AND COMMENTS
City Clerk Stermer Reports and Comments: encouraged the public to City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 3
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register to vote; announced the upcoming meetings for the Parks Recreation and Arts Commission, Tower District Design Committee, and the Planning Commission.
1. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
9:15 A.M.
ID 24-828 HEARING to adopt resolutions and ordinance to annex territory and levy a special tax regarding City of Fresno Community Facilities District Number 11, Annexation Number 149 (Final Tract Map Number 6392) (Located on the southwest corner of East Florence Avenue and South Walnut Avenue ) (Council District 3)
1. ***RESOLUTION - to Annex Territory to Community
Facilities District No. 11 and Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax for Annexation No. 149 (Subject to Mayor ’s Veto)
2. ***RESOLUTION - Calling Special Mailed -Ballot Election (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
3. ***RESOLUTION - Declaring Election Results (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
4. ***BILL - (For introduction and adoption) - Levying a Special Tax for the Property Tax Year 2024-2025 and Future Tax Years Within and Relating to Community Facilities District No. 11, Annexation No. 149 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
The above item was called to order at 9:29 A.M. and was presented to Council by Supervising Engineering Tech Gonzalez. Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council: Lisa Flores. Public comment closed at 9:34 A.M.
There was no council discussion.
RESOLUTION 2024-143 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-144 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-145 ADOPTED
BILL B-20 APPROVED / ORDINANCE ADOPTED AS 2024-019
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Vice President Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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9:20 A.M.
ID 24-850 HEARING to consider the proposed Annual Assessment for the City of Fresno Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 (Citywide)
1. ***RESOLUTION - Confirming the diagram and assessment and levy of annual assessment, 2024-2025, for Landscaping and Lighting District No . 1 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
The above item was called to order at 9:35 A.M. and was presented to Council by Public Works Director Mozier. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council. Public comment closed at 9:38 A.M.
Council discussion included: Councilmember Arias asked Public Works Director Mozier to explain the outcome if council approves the agenda item.
RESOLUTION 2024-146 ADOPTED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Vice President Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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9:25 A.M.
ID 24-763 HEARING to Consider an appeal regarding Cannabis Conditional Use Permit Application No. P23-03086 and related Environmental Assessment for property located at 4555 East Kings Canyon Road on the northeast corner of East Kings Canyon Road and South Jackson Avenue (Council District 5) - Planning and Development Department
1. ADOPT - Environmental Assessment No. P23-03086 dated November 9, 2023, a determination that the proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines through a Section 15301/Class 1 Categorical
Exemption.
2. DENY the appeal and UPHOLD the action of the Planning and Development Department Director in the approval of Cannabis Conditional Use Permit Application No. P23-03086 authorizing the establishment of a cannabis retail business in an approximately 2,100 square foot existing commercial building, subject to the following:
a. Development shall take place in accordance with the
Conditions of Approval for Cannabis Conditional Use
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Permit Application No. P23-03086 dated January 9, 2024.
The above item was removed from the agenda by Councilmember Chavez and tabled to July 25, 2024.
9:30 A.M. Joint Meeting of the City Council, The City in Its Capacity as Housing Successor to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Fresno and The Fresno Revitalization Corporation
ID 24-883 ***RESOLUTION- Declaring APNs 467-073-05T, -06T, -07T, -16T and 467-081-16T to be surplus and directing staff to comply with the Surplus Land Act (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).
The above item was called to order at 9:38 A.M. and was presented to Council by Redevelopment Administrator Murphey. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council. Public comment closed at 9:40 A.M.
There was no council discussion.
FRC VOTE: On motion of Member Arias, seconded by Member Dyer, the above FRC action item was adopted. The motion PASSED by the following vote:
Aye (8): Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld, Esparza, Dyer No (0):
Absent (0):
RESOLUTION 2024-147 ADOPTED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Bredefeld, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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11:30 A.M.
ID 24-886 Presentation Honoring Raj Singh Badhesha for His Distinguished Service
PRESENTED
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
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Upon call, for public comment on all Consent, Contested Consent and Closed Session items, the following members of the public addressed Council: Ashlee Cawley (2-T), Emmanuel Agraz-Torrez (2-W), Fernando Paul Elizondo (2-W), Dez Martinez (2-G), Lynn Owens (2-W), unidentified (2-G), unidentified (2-G), James Ruelas (2-W), Brandi Nuse-Villegas (2-G, 2-W), and Lisa Flores (2-W).
Council withdrew to closed session at 10:12 A.M to discuss 5-B (21-722).
Council returned to open session at 10:57 A.M.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Councilmember Maxwell, seconded by Councilmember Bredefeld, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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2.-A. ID 24-871 Approval of City Council meeting minutes for the June 6, 2024, regular meeting / budget hearing, June 7, 2024, special meeting, June 12, 2024, budget hearing, June 12, 2024, special meeting and June 13, 2024 regular meeting.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-C. ID 24-844 Actions pertaining to RFP 12401385 for Emergency Veterinary Services:
1. Approve a nineteen (19) month Service Agreement with 24/7 Pet Vets for an amount not to exceed $300,000 for
emergency veterinary services.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Service Agreement and sign all related documents on behalf of the City.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-D. ID 24-852 Actions pertaining to the Municipal Service Center Security Improvement project located at 2101 G Street (District 3):
1. Approve an agreement for Professional Engineering Services with PBK Architects, of Fresno, California, in the amount of $192,750 with a $5,000 contingency, for design services only in support of the Municipal Service Center Security project
2. Authorize the Director of General Services or designee to execute all related documents
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APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-E. ID 24-698
Approve the award of a cooperative purchase agreement to Quinn Company of Fresno, California, for the purchase of two Caterpillar 914M wheel loaders in the amount of $ 393,262 for the Department of Public Utilities, Solid Waste Management Division
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-F. ID 24-901 Actions pertaining to the 2023-2024 #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program.
1. Accept the 2023-2024 #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program Grant in the Amount of $750,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Grant Acceptance Agreement and related documents on behalf of the City, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Stermer announced the agenda title for this item had been updated to: The first section of the title was updated to ***RESOLUTION – Authorizing the Acceptance of Grant Funding from #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program Grant in the Amount of $750,000 for the One Fresno Youth Job Corps Program. (Subject to Mayor’s veto).
RESOLUTION 2024-138 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-G. ID 24-614 Approve a $ 300,000 Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF-2R) agreement with Fresno Housing Authority, for construction improvements at the Promesa Commons project.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-H. ID 24-879 ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the City to accept $ 20 million in U .S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 108 Loan Guarantee funds for the development of a Senior Activity Center; and authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all necessary implementing documents required by HUD (Subject to Mayor’s veto) RESOLUTION 2024-148 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-I. ID 24-891 Actions pertaining to a State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Grant City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 8
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Agreement between the City of Fresno and Central California Land Trust:
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines; and
2. Approve a State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Grant Agreement in the amount of $800,000 with Central California Land Trust for the acquisition and rehabilitation of two single -family homes to be sold and preserved as affordable housing.
The above item was removed from the agenda by Councilmember Arias and tabled to July 25, 2024.
2.-J. ID 24-894 Actions pertaining to land use for Tiny Homes (Bid File 12303048):
1. Adopt a finding of an Affordable Housing Exemption in accordance with Section 15194 of the California Environmental Quality Act.
2. Approve an Agreement to provide up to 24 tiny homes to the Lowell Community Development Corporation to provide affordable housing to low income households at or below 60% of the area median income.
The above item was removed from the agenda by Councilmember Arias and tabled to July 25, 2024.
2.-L. ID 24-853 Approve a three -year agreement, with the County of Fresno to reserve three dedicated bed spaces in the Fresno County Jail for the purpose of housing Fresno Police Department Arrestees, along with guards assigned to the inmates in the three beds that require any off-site medical attention to transport and accompany the inmate to the offsite medical facility, for a total amount not to exceed $560,000. (Years 1-3).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-M. ID 24-855 Authorize the Chief of Police to enter into a 3-year with one (1) two-year extension agreement with Central Unified School District (CUSD) to provide six (6) police officers (Student Resource Officer) at .95 FTE each, one (1) sergeant at .20 FTE, seven (7) patrol vehicles and administrative fees totaling $ 3,596,382 for three years ($1,198,794 annually) to be housed at the high schools, alternative education high school, and middle schools.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-N. ID 24-867 ***RESOLUTION - Approving an Acquisition Agreement between the City of Fresno, Fancher Creek Town Center, LLC, and Fancher Creek Properties, LLC for the Acquisition of Certain Public Improvements Being Constructed within the Fancher Creek Town Center Project. ( Council District 5) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
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RESOLUTION 2024-149 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-O. ID 24-803 Actions pertaining to the City of Fresno Paving Bid Package at Various Locations (Bid File No. 12402606) (Council Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff determination, pursuant to Sections 15301/Class 1, 15302/Class 2, and
15303/Class 4 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines;
2. Approve the award of a construction contract in the amount of $7,358,665.00 to Cal Valley Construction Inc. of Fresno, California as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-P. ID 24-817 Actions pertaining to Final Map of Tract No. 6346; RESOLUTION - Approving the Final Map of Tract No. 6346, and accepting dedicated public uses offered therein except for dedications offered subject to City acceptance of developer installed required improvements - located on the northeast corner of North Fowler Avenue and East Princeton Avenue. (Council District 7)
RESOLUTION 2024-150 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-Q. ID 24-818 Actions pertaining to Final Map of Tract No. 6250; RESOLUTION - Approving the Final Map of Tract No. 6250, and accepting dedicated public uses offered therein except for dedications offered subject to City acceptance of developer installed required improvements - located on the west side of North Portofino Drive between East Copper Avenue and North Alicante Drive. (Council District 6)
RESOLUTION 2024-151 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-R. ID 24-822 Approve the Third Amendment to the Plan Review and Construction Management Services Agreement, in the amount of $ 4,100,000, with Tutor Perini/Zachary/Parsons, a Joint Venture, for a total increased contract amount of $ 7,700,000, and to extend the term of the agreement by thirty months to December 31, 2026. (Council Districts 1, 2, and 3) Councilmember Bredefeld voted no.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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2.-S. ID 24-831 RESOLUTION - Of Intention to Annex Final Tract Map Number 6379 as Annexation Number 150 to the City of Fresno Community Facilities District Number 11 and to Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes; and setting the public hearing for Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 9:10 am. (Located on the northwest corner of East Florence Avenue and South Peach Avenue ) (Council District 5)
RESOLUTION 2024-152 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-T. ID 24-869
Actions pertaining to adopting a five -year plan for residential solid waste service charges in accordance with Proposition 218:
1. Adopt a finding that the proposed actions are exempt from environmental review under a statutory exemption to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for rates, tolls, fares, and charges (pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080(b)(8) and CEQA Guidelines section 15273)
2. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting a Five -Year Rate Plan for Residential Solid Waste Service Charges in Accordance with California Constitution Article XIIID (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
3. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting a Solid Waste Affordability Credit Program (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
4. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 584th Amendment to the Master Fee Schedule Resolution No. 80-420 to adjust residential solid waste rates in the Solid Waste Rates Section (Subject to Mayor ’s Veto)
5. ***RESOLUTION - Approving an interfund loan agreement between the Sewer System Rate Stabilization Connection Fee (CIP Reserve) Fund and the Solid Waste Management Division Solid Waste Operating Enterprise Fund in the amount of $5 million (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Councilmember Chavez and Councilmember Bredefeld voted no RESOLUTION 2024-139 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-140 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-141 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-142 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-U. ID 24-873 Actions pertaining to the emergency repair of the South Fruit Avenue sewer trunk main (Council District 3):
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1. Adopt Environment Assessment No. 5984-240627, dated June 27, 2024, a determination that the proposed project qualifies for categorical exemption as set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301/Class 1;
2. ***RESOLUTION - Declaring an urgent necessity for the preservation of life, health, and property; and authorizing the City Manager or designee, to enter into agreements without advertised competitive bidding for the emergency repair of the South Fruit Avenue sewer trunk main. (Requires 5 Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) RESOLUTION 2024-153 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-V. ID 24-893 Actions pertaining to increasing contracting authority for Councilmembers, the City Manager, and the City Attorney:
***BILL-19 (Intro’d June 20, 2024) (For Adoption) - Amending Section 4-107 of the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to Contracts Not Requiring Competitive Bidding. (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
BILL B-19 APPROVED / ORDINANCE ADOPTED AS 2024-020
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-W. ID 24-895 RESOLUTION - Amending the City Council Public Accessibility Act Council President Perea, Councilmember Maxwell, and Councilmember Esparza voted no.
RESOLUTION 2024-154 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-B. ID 24-872 Approve the reappointments of Ron Sheppard, Rey Villarreal, Birdevinder Rickie Dhillon, and Chenier Derrick to the Disability Advisory Commission to terms ending June 30, 2026. Approve the reappointment of Kristi Lawrence to the Fresno Mosquito and Vector Control District to a term ending June 30, 2028. Approve the reappointment of Katie Botello to the Fresno/Clovis Community Media Authority to a term ending June 30, 2026.
Approve the reappointment of Todd Cregar to the Civil Service Board to a term ending June 30, 2028. Approve the reappointments of Shannon McCulligh and Katie Wilbur to the Mobile Home Rent and Stabilization Commission to terms ending June 30, 2028. Approve the appointment of Gurdeep Shergill to the Planning Commission to a term ending June 30, 2028. Approve the appointment of Rose Caglia to the Parks, Recreation, City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 12
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and Arts Commission to a term ending July 1, 2028.
Councilmember Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the Planning Commission applicants, and the appointee.
Council discussion included: District 3 applicants for the Planning Commission; and conflict of interests disclosures.
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Esparza, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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2.-K. ID 24-851 Actions pertaining to the Fresno Police Department ’s technology contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc.
1. Award a sole source contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc ., hereinafter referred to as “Axon” in an amount not to exceed $18,368,264.68 for five years ($1,247,549.76 year one, $1,871,789.27 year two, $3,702,094.40 year three, $5,659,592.77 year four and
$5,887,238.48 year five) for the purchase, maintenance and upgrade of 800 body -worn cameras and TASERS, unlimited video and data storage through Evidence .com, a computer aided dispatch system (CAD system ), a records management system (RMS system) and multiple software programs to increase efficiency, transparency and accountability within the department.
2. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt a Resolution authorizing the establishment of a contract for the purchase and service of body -worn cameras, TASERS, RMS and CAD systems, data storage and other related software with Axon Enterprises, Inc. without advertised competitive bidding (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
Concilmembers Arias and Maxwell moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the contract, and the vendor.
Council discussion included: sole source contract, potential staff conflict with vendor, City Attorney to investigate and review.
TABLED
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Esparza, that the above Action Item be TABLED to July 25, 2024. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council with unscheduled communication: Hester Hensley, Costal Fuiorea, Alexandria Covarrubia, Suzette Kelley, Quiziya, Elizia Smith, Randell Bobe, James Boya, Ray Covarrubia, Craig Jones, Morning-Star Ramirez, Dez Martinez, Lynn Owens, Fernando Paul Elizondo, Zahra Ai, and Lisa Flores.
4. CITY COUNCIL
5. CLOSED SESSION
During open session, City Attorney Janz announced each of the items that would be discussed in closed session.
Council withdrew to closed session after lunch at 1:30 P.M.
5.-A. ID 24-722
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code
Section 54957.6
City Negotiators: Jennifer Misner; Sumeet Malhi
Employee Organization (s): 1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers, Local 39 (Local 39); 2. Fresno City Employees Association (FCEA); 3. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Basic ), Unit 4; 4. International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 5 (Fire Basic); 5. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1027 (ATU); 6. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 100 (IBEW); 7. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Management) Unit 10; 8. International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 10 (Fire Management ); 9. City of Fresno Professional Employees Association (CFPEA); 10. City of Fresno Management Employees Association (CFMEA)
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-B. ID 24-888 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4): 1 potential case City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 14
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The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-C. ID 24-900 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(2): 1 potential case The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
ADJOURNMENT
The Council meeting adjourned from closed session at 2:31 P.M.
The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the June 25, 2024, regular meeting.
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