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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 ChambersThursday, November 21, 2024
Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the date and time above written.
9:08 A.M. ROLL CALL
Councilmember Annalisa Perea
Council President Mike Karbassi
Vice President Miguel Angel Arias
Councilmember Tyler Maxwell
Councilmember Luis Chavez
Councilmember Garry Bredefeld
Councilmember Nelson Esparza
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Invocation by Monsignor Patrick McCormick from Holy Spirit Catholic Church Monsignor Patrick McCormick 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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between the city of Fresno and FCS international, inc. (FCS) - the agenda title has been updated should read, "Approve the consultant services agreement between the city of Fresno and FCS international, inc. (FCS), regarding environmental planning and consulting services for the southeast development area (SEDA) specific plan environmental impact report (EIR) through June 30, 2025, for an amount not to exceed $153,636 and uphold the City Manager’s determination that FCS international, inc. Is uniquely qualified."
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA:
2-I (ID 24-1525) pertaining to a State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds grant agreement between the city of Fresno and central California land trust - was tabled with no return date by Councilmember Arias. 2-K (ID 24-1391) regarding approval of a consultant services agreement between the city of Fresno and FCS international, Inc. (FCS), regarding environmental planning and consulting services for the southeast development area (SEDA) specific plan – was tabled to December 5, 2024, by Councilmember Chavez.
THE FOLLOWING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS WERE MOVED TO THE
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION:
2-J (ID 24-1365) regarding the VMT Mitigation Program - moved to contested consent by Council President Perea.
2-Z (ID 24-1566) regarding adding chapter 10, article 26 to the Fresno Municipal Code, entitled “the Sidewalk Vending Ordinance” – moved to contested consent by Councilmember Chavez.
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Councilmember Chavez, the Agenda was APPROVED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
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ID 24-1505 Proclamation for “School Psychology Month”
PRESENTED
ID 24-1526 Proclamation for “North Fresno Lions 75th Anniversary”
PRESENTED
ID 24-1528 Proclamation “Celebrating Geographic Information Systems Day”
PRESENTED
ID 24-1578 Proclamation “Honoring Floway’s 90th Anniversary”
PRESENTED
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Arias Reports and Comments: Announced the release of the City of Fresno Monopoly game. Announced the December 11 opening date for the downtown ice rink. Noted the Warner's Theatre roof repairs had been completed. Announced the speed bump installations had begun and some had already been completed in the Tower District.
Councilmember Maxwell Reports and Comments: Announced Operation Gobble Events in District 4 and acknowledged key supporters for their contributions. Announced the Facade Improvement Program along the Blackstone Corridor, Airport District, and Tower District. Announced the 10th anniversary of the Amendola Family Student Cupboard which works to address food insecurity among Fresno State students. Acknowledged the Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation for facilitating the Facade Improvement Program.
Councilmember Chavez Reports and Comments: Announced a policy update to ease parking restrictions for mobile food vendors. Announced a turkey dinner giveaway event organized in collaboration with Sunnyside Diner and local nonprofits. Announced the Southeast Calwa Christmas Drive gift-wrapping event, encouraged volunteers to participate. Announced the Huntington Boulevard Christmas Festivities and acknowledged the Jackson Neighborhood Association for their involvement.
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Councilmember Esparza Reports and Comments: Expressed early holiday and Thanksgiving wishes. Discussed the fall town hall event at Leavenworth Elementary. Expressed gratitude to department directors and city staff for the work they do to helping address resident concerns. Attended and participated in the Central Valley Veterans Day Parade. Highlighted the importance of connecting with the veteran community. Discussed the Fresno Center’s "Giving Thanksgiving" event in which he served as the keynote speaker.
Vice President Karbassi Reports and Comments: Announced the opening of Red-Juvenate, a new woman-owned businesses in Northwest Fresno.
Encouraged focusing on family and togetherness during the Thanksgiving holiday. Promoted available resources for those facing food insecurity.
Announced the District 2 Operation Gobble event was in its fifth year providing Thanksgiving meal kits to families in need. Discussed a recent event in which he address a group of children in the Cub Scouts. Expressed gratitude for the volunteers that offer their time to distribute meals to families in need.
Council President Perea Reports and Comments: Acknowledged and expressed gratitude to community partners for the Operation Gobble in District 1 which help deliver more than 1,000 turkeys to families.
Congratulated Design Science Middle College High School for earning the prestigious 2024, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence award.
Recognized Martin’s Grill, the district one business which started in a tent and has successfully expanded into a brick and mortar location.
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
City Manager White Reports and Comments: Expressed gratitude for Councilmembers and city staff for all the hard work, sacrifices, and commitment made to serve the community.
1. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
9:10 A.M.
ID 24-1530 HEARING to adopt resolutions and ordinance to annex territory and Levy a Special Tax regarding City of Fresno Community Facilities District Number 9, Annexation Number 63 (Territory known as Assessor ’s Parcel Number City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 4
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511-250-02) (Located on the east side of North Blythe Avenue, south of West Ashlan Avenue): (Council District 1)
1. ***RESOLUTION - to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 9 and Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax for Annexation No. 63; (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. 9, Annexation No. 63. (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
The above item was called to order at 9:59 A.M. and was presented to Council by Supervising Engineering Technician Gonzales. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council. Public comment closed at 10:01 A.M.
There was no Council discussion.
RESOLUTION 2024-279 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-280 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2024-281 ADOPTED
BILL B-39 INTRODUCED / ADOPTED AS ORDINANCE 2024-039
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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9:15 A.M.
ID 24-1541 HEARING to consider City Council -initiated General Plan Amendment and Rezone Application No. P24-00589, and related Environmental Assessment for two (2) adjoining parcels of approximately ±2.26 acres total located at the northwest corner of East McKinley and North Fine Avenues (Council District 4) - Planning and Development Department.
1. CONSIDERATION of the Environmental Assessment for P 24-00589 of a Negative Declaration, dated October 25, 2024, prepared for the proposed plan amendment /rezone pursuant to California City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 5
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Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
2. CONSIDERATION of Plan Amendment Application No. P24-00589 to amend the Fresno General Plan and the McLane Community Plan to change the planned land use designation of the subject ±
2.26 acres properties from Employment - Light Industrial to Commercial - Community; and
3. CONSIDER Bill (for introduction and adoption) to approve Rezone Application No. P24-00589, amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Fresno to rezone the subject ±2.26 acres properties from the Light Industrial (IL) zone district to the Community Commercial (CC) zone district in accordance with the Plan Amendment Application.
The above item was called to order at 10:01 A.M. and was presented to Council by Supervising Planner Kachadourian. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council: Public comment closed at 10:03 A.M.
There was no Council discussion.
RESOLUTION 2024-310 ADOPTED
BILL B-40 INTRODUCED / ADOPTED AS ORDINANCE 2024-040
On motion of Councilmember Maxwell, 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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9:20 A.M. (CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 5, 2024, AT 9:20 A.M.) ID 24-1520 HEARING to consider Conditional Use Permit Application No. P21-06064, (Council District 1) - Planning & Development.
1. DENY the appeal and UPHOLD the action of the Planning Commission to deny Conditional Use Permit Application No. P21- 06064 requesting authorization to establish a State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Type 20 alcohol license (Off-Sale beer and wine) for a proposed Arco AM /PM combination automobile service station and convenience store.
CONTINUED AS NOTED
9:25 A.M.
ID 24-1473 Hearing to consider the adoption of the new definition of highest -need neighborhoods as it pertains to the Fresno Clean and Safe Neighborhoods City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 6
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Parks Transactions and Use Tax, also known as Measure P:
1. RESOLUTION - Adopting the 2025-2027 Highest-Need
Neighborhoods definition as required by the Fresno Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Transactions and Use Tax (Measure P
Ordinance) (Citywide)
The above item was called to order at 10:07A.M. and was presented to Council by PARCS Director Aguirre. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council: Public comment closed at 10:09 A.M.
Council discussion included: The PRAC Commissions recommendation.
RESOLUTION 2024-282 ADOPTED
On motion of Vice President Karbassi, seconded by Councilmember Chavez, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez and Bredefeld6 - No: Esparza1 -
9:30 A.M.
ID 24-1386 HEARING to consider the vacation of portions of excess public street right of way on the northeast side of North Weber Avenue and the southeast side of West Farrington Avenue, northwest of West Herndon Avenue (Council District 2):
1. ***RESOLUTION - Approving the vacation of portions of excess public street right of way on the northeast side of North Weber Avenue and the southeast side of West Farrington Avenue, northwest of West Herndon Avenue. (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) The above item was called to order at 10:09A.M. and was presented to Council by Chief Surveyor Camit. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council: Public comment closed at 10:14 A.M.
Council discussion included: Clarification of the agenda item for approval.
Map of the area. Selling the parcel to the applicant. Size and development of the property.
RESOLUTION 2024-283 ADOPTED
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Arias, 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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9:40 A.M.
ID 24-1561 HEARING to consider the vacation of a portion of public street right of way at the northeast corner of South Hughes Avenue and West Dan Ronquillo Drive (District 3):
1. ***RESOLUTION - Ordering the vacation a portion of public street right of way at the northeast corner of South Hughes Avenue and West Dan Ronquillo Drive (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
The above item was called to order at 10:14 A.M. and was presented to Council by Chief Surveyor Camit. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council: Public comment closed at 10:17 A.M.
Council discussion included: Vacating the city right of way's to clear out homeless encampments.
RESOLUTION 2024-284 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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10:00 A.M.
ID 24-1574 Appearance by Fernando Elizondo regarding “Unsung Heroes” (District 3 Resident)
APPEARED
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice President Karbassi registered a NO vote on agenda item 2-F (ID24-1565).
Upon call, for public comment on all Consent, Contested Consent and Closed Session items, the following members of the public addressed City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 8
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Council: Ariana Martinez Lott (2-Z), Maria De La Luz (2-Z), Martha Alvarado (2-Z), Teresa Castillo (2-Z), Miguel Lopez (2-Z), Alma Gonzales (2-Z), Ana Corona (2-Z), Miguel A. Ruiz (2-Z), Brandi N. (2-Z). Rosio Lucio (2-Z), Rosa (2-Z).
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by Vice President Karbassi, 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 24-1492 Approval of the minutes for October 31, 2024, Regular Meeting, November 7, 2024, Regular Meeting, and November 7, 2024, Special Meeting
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-B. ID 24-1588
*** RESOLUTION - 17th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2024-122 Appropriating $ 100,000 In CalRecycle Tire Cleanup Grant Funding In Fiscal Year 2025 (Requires five affirmative votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
RESOLUTION 2024-285 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-C. ID 24-1522
Approve a Grant Agreement with Lighthouse for Children, Inc. allocating $150,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to support a partnership with the Dollywood Foundation implementing the Imagination Library program in the City of Fresno.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-D. ID 24-1560 Actions pertaining to the Lafayette Park Restroom Renovation Project (Bid File 12500709) (Council District 7)
1. Adopt finding a Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 Existing Facilities of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines
2. Award a construction contract to Estate Design and Construction Inc. of Los Angeles, California, in the amount of $189,800 for the Lafayette Park Restroom Renovation project located at 1516 E.
Princeton in Fresno
3. Authorize the Director of General Services or designee to sign and City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 9
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execute all related documents
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-E. ID 24-1489 Actions pertaining to software services with CentralSquare:
1. Approve the Third Amendment to Agreement with CentralSquare, authorizing the Chief Information Officer to renew the software hosting, maintenance, and support services with CentralSquare in the amount of $250,970.51 for 2025.
2. Authorize the Chief Information Officer to renew the agreement with CentralSquare for three optional one -year extensions provided the annual increase does not exceed 10% over the previous year.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-F. ID 24-1565 Actions pertaining to community violence intervention:
1. Adopt the Community Violence Intervention Vetting Policy which outlines a vetting process for community violence intervention work.
2. Approve the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Fresno and The Connie Rice Institute for Urban Peace dba Urban Peace Institute (UPI) to amend the scope of services, reduce the total award, and incorporate the Community Violence Intervention Vetting Policy requiring community violence intervention employees and /or independent contractors to go through a fingerprint background check vetting process.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the amendment and all related documents on the behalf of the City of Fresno.
During the approval of the Consent Calendar, Vice President Karbassi registered a NO vote. As such, this item was approved 6-1 by the following vote:
Aye: 6 – Perea, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld, and Esparza No: 1 – Karbassi
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-G. ID 24-1567 RESOLUTION - Authorizing the submission of a grant application of up to $20 million to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Community Change Grant Program to conduct climate action and pollution reduction projects and authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all related documents on behalf of the City.
RESOLUTION 2024-286 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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2.-H. ID 24-1539 ***RESOLUTION - Adopt the Seventh Amendment to the FY 2025 Salary Resolution No. 2024-120, amending Exhibit 3, Unit 3, Non -Supervisory White Collar (FCEA), by adding the new classifications of Airports Public Safety Agent I, Airports Public Safety Agent II, Senior Airports Public Safety Agent and Firearms & Digital Forensics Technician and providing a monthly salary step plan range; and amending Exhibit 13-1, Unit 13, Exempt Supervisory and Professional (CFPEA) by retitling the classification of Forestry Supervisor I and Forestry Supervisor II to Urban Forestry Supervisor I and Urban Forestry Supervisor II, while updating the salary step plan range for the Urban Forestry Supervisor II classification, effective December 2, 2024 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
RESOLUTION 2024-287 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-I. ID 24-1525 Actions pertaining to a State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Grant 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.
During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Stermer announced this was tabled with no return date by Councilmember Arias.
TABLED
2.-K. ID 24-1391 Approve the Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Fresno and FCS International, Inc. ( FCS), regarding environmental planning and consulting services for the Southeast Development Area (SEDA) Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR) through June 30, 2025, for an amount not to exceed $153,636
During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Stermer announced the agenda title has been updated should read, approve the consultant services agreement between the city of Fresno and FCS international, inc. (FCS), regarding environmental planning and consulting services for the southeast development area (SEDA) specific plan environmental impact report (EIR) through June 30, 2025, for an amount not to exceed $153,636 and uphold the city manager’s determination that FCS international, inc. Is uniquely qualified.
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During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Stermer announced this item was tabled to December 5, 2024, by Councilmember Chavez.
TABLED
2.-L. ID 24-1491 Approve the Second Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Fresno and Wallace Roberts and Todd (WRT) regarding land use, planning and environmental services for the update of the Tower District Specific Plan, extending the contract performance period to December 31, 2025, and adding $ 334,528, for a total contract amount not to exceed $905,118.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-M. ID 24-1501 Actions pertaining to professional On -Call Geotechnical Engineering Services for the Capital Projects Department on City of Fresno capital improvement projects: (Bid File 12402493) (Citywide):
1. Approve an On -Call Consultant Services Agreement with BSK Associates, of Fresno, California in the amount of $1,666,666.66;
2. Approve an On -Call Consultant Services Agreement with Kleinfelder, Incorporated of Fresno, California in the amount of $1,666,666.66;
3. Approve an On -Call Consultant Services Agreement with Moore Twining Associates, Incorporated of Fresno, California in the amount of $1,666,666.66.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-N. ID 24-1514 Approve Contract Change Order No. 09 in the amount of $ 80,435.84, with no additional working days for Contract bid Item quantity over and under runs with Granite Construction Company for the Downtown Neighborhood Beautification and Cleanup Project - Project ID PW 01012. (Bid File 12302141) (Council Districts 3 and 7)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-O. ID 24-1500 Approve the Fourth Amendment to the Professional Architectural Service Agreement with O ’Dell Engineering Inc ., of Fresno, California in the amount of $ 35,930, increasing the total contract amount to $ 646,330, with a remaining contingency of $ 3,500, for professional engineering services for the Cary Park project location part of the Play Structure Improvements Project (Council District 4).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-P. ID 24-1502 Approve a Consultant Services Agreement with NJ Associates Inc ., dba City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 12
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NJA Architecture, of Lodi, California in the amount of $ 126,494, with a contingency amount not to exceed $ 20,000, for the design and construction support services for the Roessler Winery Renovation Project (Council District 4).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-Q. ID 24-1503 Actions pertaining to Orchid and Logan Park Improvements Project Bid File No. 12500687 (Council District 2):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determinations, pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 and 15302/Class 2 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Environmental Assessment No. PC00302 and PC 00413, for the Orchid and Logan Park Improvements Project;
2. Award a construction contract in the amount of $645,804.18 for the Base Bid only to Harris Development Corp. dba HBC Enterprises of Fresno, California, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the Orchid and Logan Park Improvements Project.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-R. ID 24-1506 Actions pertaining to the Rotary West Park Fencing Improvements Project, Bid File 12500583 (Council District 4):
1. Adopt a finding of a Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determination, pursuant to Section 15302/ Class 2 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, for the Rotary West Park Fencing Improvements Project;
2. Approve a conditional license between the City of Fresno and Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District for the replacement of chain link fencing with wrought iron style (tubular steel) fencing;
3. Award a construction contract in the amount of $396,000 to Alliance Construction Solutions, Inc ., of Madera, California, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the Rotary West Park Fencing Improvements Project.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-S. ID 24-1511 Actions pertaining to the Koligian Park Soccer and Volleyball Lighting Improvements Project, Bid File 12500809 (Council District 2):
1. Adopt a finding of a Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determination, pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, for the Koligian Park Soccer and Volleyball Lighting Improvements Project;
2. Award a construction contract in the amount of $937,573.30 with Power Design Electric, Inc ., of Kingsburg, California, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the Koligian Park Soccer and Volleyball Lighting Improvements Project.
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APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-T. ID 24-1515 Actions pertaining to Cary and Vinland Park Improvements Project (Bid File No. 12500602) (Council Districts 4):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determinations, pursuant to Section 15301(d)/Class 1 of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Environmental Assessment No. PC00308, for the Cary Park Improvement Project;
2. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determinations, pursuant to Section 15301(d)/Class 1 of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Environmental Assessment No. PC00263, for the Vinland Park Improvement Project;
3. Award a construction contract in the amount of $578,657.31 to GCB1 Inc ., dba GC Builders, of Fresno, California, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the Cary and Vinland Park Improvements Project.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-U. ID 24-1517 Actions pertaining to the Vinland Park Futsal and Pickleball Courts Project (Bid File No. 12500501) (Council District 4):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determination pursuant to section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines for the Vinland Park Futsal and Pickleball Courts Project;
2. Award a construction contract in the amount of $ 998,000 for the Base Bid plus all two (2) Add Alternates, with Estate Design and Construction of Los Angeles, California as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the Vinland Park Futsal and Pickleball Courts Project.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-V. ID 24-1516 Actions pertaining to the Fresno Sanitary Landfill East Slope Regrading and Landfill Gas Collection System Upgrades Project (Bid File No . 12500306) (Council District 3):
1. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting the 22nd Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2024-122 appropriating $445,100, for the Fresno Sanitary Landfill East Slope Regrading and Landfill Gas Collection System Upgrades Project. (Requires 5 Affirmative Votes ) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto);
2. Award a construction contract in the amount of $3,290,175 for the Base Bid plus all two (2) Add Alternates, with Cal Valley Construction Inc. of Fresno, California, as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for the Fresno Sanitary Landfill East Slope City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 14
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Regrading and Landfill Gas Collection System Upgrades Project.
RESOLUTION 2024-288 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-W. ID 24-1554 Approve a Third Amendment to the Flock Safety Master Service Agreement between the City of Fresno Police Department and Flock Group Inc ., increasing the agreement by $ 136,500.00, to an amount not to exceed $ 1,668,440.41, and adding the Department of Public Utilities for three (3) years for the subscription services of cameras and software (Citywide).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-X. ID 24-1532 BILL - (For Introduction) Amending the uncodified ordinance to adopt changes and additions to the official list of designated special speed zones for various streets within the City of Fresno pursuant to Section 14-1501 of the Fresno Municipal Code. (Citywide)
BILL B-41 INTRODUCED AND LAID OVER
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-Y. ID 24-1540 Approve the award of a requirements contract for the purchase of Traffic Street Name Signs and Reflective Sheeting to Safety Network Traffic Signs, Inc. of Fresno, California for one year, with five optional one -year extensions in an amount not to exceed $ 199,813.77, plus an annual 20% contingency and PPI increases (Bid File No. 12500293) (Citywide).
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-J. ID 24-1365 Actions pertaining to the VMT Mitigation Program:
1. Approve the Third Amendment to the consultant services agreement with LSA Associates, Inc, extending contract performance date to June 30, 2025.
During approval of the agenda, Council President Perea moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the contract.
Council discussion included: Terms of the contact. Expectations for the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to be presented for consideration before the contract's end date.
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following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias, Maxwell, Chavez, Bredefeld and Esparza
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2.-Z. ID 24-1566 Bill - (For Introduction) - Adding Chapter 10, Article 26 To The Fresno Municipal Code, Entitled “The Sidewalk Vending Ordinance” Councilmember Chavez moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the ordinance.
Council discussion included: Commitment and support to mobile food vendors. Funding commercial kitchen for mobile food vendors. Code Enforcement procedures, and changes to the policy. Shade structures, and education for mobile food vendors. Exemptions within the ordinance. Rules for residential neighborhoods. Violations of basic rules, and enforcement.
Pilot program prior to drafting the ordinance. Fire and Police Departments enforcement, and hours of operation. Treatment and protection for mobile food vendors. State law and contradiction of the ordinance for preparing food. Restrictions of the ordinance, and buffer zones. Charges for the licensing of mobile food vendors. Continuing the agenda item to a future date verses keeping the item on the current calendar. Potential limitations on the ordinance, and motivation for bringing the ordinance forward, and financial penalties. Regulations for all industries.
Councilmember Arias motioned to approve the introduction of the ordinance with the following minor amendments:
1. Change the restricted vending time to 12:30 A.M. to 8:00 A.M. (currently a typo states 2:00 A.M. instead of 12:30 A.M.).
2. Direct the City Attorney to pursue the implementation of an authorized vendor sticker for members of the Mobile Food Vendor Association.
3. Explore formalizing a relationship between the Mobile Food Vendor Association and the City of Fresno.
4. Include the potential for a fee structure associated with permits as part of this formalization.
Council President Perea seconded the motion.
BILL B-42 INTRODUCED AND LAID OVER
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On motion of Councilmember Arias, seconded by President Perea, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Perea, Karbassi, Arias and Bredefeld4 -
No: Maxwell, Chavez and Esparza3 -
3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
Upon call, the following people addressed Council with unscheduled communication: Susan Monet, Gloria Hernandez, and Brandi N.
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 at 12:07 P.M.
5.-A. ID 24-1508
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); 11. Fresno Airports Public Safety Officers Association (FAPSOA)
The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
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LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: 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 session at 1:11 P.M.
The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the December 5, 2024, regular meeting.
- Amended by council action March 13, 2025, to add omitted resolution number 2024-310 to the 9:15 A.M Scheduled Hearing (ID 24-1541).
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