City of Gonzales
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & STRATEGIC
PARTNERSHIPS
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: February 7, 2022
FROM: Carmen Gil, Community Engagement & Strat. Partnership Dir.
THROUGH: René L. Mendez, City Manager
SUBJECT: Appoint Jonathan Bohorquez to the Measure K Committee
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council appoint Jonathan Bohorquez to the Measure K Committee.
BACKGROUND
The Measure K Committee currently has two openings. Jonathan Bohorquez, an outstanding member of the community who has previously served on other City committees and currently works for CHISPA, submitted his application for consideration and is being put forth by the committee for Council approval. (See application attached as Exhibit A).
REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
The Measure K Committee was formed in 2014 with the passage of a one-half percent (0.5%) transactions and use tax (TUT). With its passage came the formation of a 7-member oversight committee to ensure fund transparency. For accountability purposes it is imperative that we do our best to keep a full committee at any given time. With Jonathan Bohorquez’ appointment we will still have another seat left to fill.
Duties and Commitments
The Measure K Committee is responsible for the oversight of the TUT funds, they make budget recommendations to the Council on how to prioritize spending it, as well as oversee the Community Action Grants program.
AGENDA
ITEM
11 How Recommendation Supports the Vision
Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small town charm.
Explain: The Measure K Committee works to support the City’s vision by ensuring that TUT funding expenditures are aligned with the City’s vision and mission.
Explain how the Recommendation Directly Implements the Mission The City Council and Staff of the City of Gonzales will realize our Vision by providing the leadership, commitment, and resources necessary to provide excellent services that enhance the quality of life of our diverse community.
Explain: Please see explanation above for the Mission.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful, and friendly manner to insure the safety and well being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner.
Explain: Please see explanation above for the Vision.
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes No N/A
• Housing X Yes No N/A
• Recreation X Yes No N/A
• Environment X Yes No N/A
• Education X Yes No N/A
Explain: Measure K (TUT) funding can support a variety of programs and projects that pertain to all of the policies mentioned above.
BUDGET IMPACT
There is no impact to the budget.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council appoint Jonathan Bohorquez to the Measure K Committee.
Attachments:
1. Application