City of Gonzales
CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: April 18, 2022
FROM: Rene Mendez, City Manager
SUBJECT: Reimbursement Agreement with Rianda Family Limited Partnership
RECOMMENDATION
Staff Recommends Approval of, and the City Manager be Authorized, to Sign a Reimbursement Agreement Between the City of Gonzales and Rianda Family Limited Partnership.
BACKGROUND
A few months ago, Rianda Family Limited Partnership approached the City about the possibility of annexing a portion of their property that is within the City Sphere of Influence (SOI) for the development of an agricultural cooler facility, in addition to processing the discretionary permit application.
REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
This Reimbursement Agreement (which is attached), presented its standard for the City for these types of projects to undertake all the necessary work, studies and processes that will be needed. It has been reviewed by the City Attorney who helped make sure it was appropriate, and it has been signed by the representatives of the Rianda Family Limited Partnership.
If approved, the agreement provides the mechanism for the City to get reimbursed for everything that will need to be done for this project to be processed. Specifically, as identified under section 1 of the agreement, they will reimburse the City for all the costs to:
(a) Review and submission of Annexation application to LAFCO and Project applications, plans and specifications;
(b) Prepare the reports and documents for use by the CITY, or for the Annexation submission to LAFCO, any agreements with the County of Monterey, or other entities with jurisdiction over the Project development or Property, and the processing of development applications; AGENDA
ITEM
10 (c) Undertake the public noticing including required publications in newspapers; (d) Use of outside consultants when deemed necessary by CITY for the preparation of specialized Annexation and Project-related studies and reports, staff reports and/or general assistance. Notwithstanding the foregoing, prior to the CITY retaining the services of outside consultants for the purpose of preparing specialized Annexation or Project-related studies and reports, CITY shall provide RIANDA with an itemized written proposal from the outside consultant which includes the proposed cost to perform the services identified therein.
RIANDA shall have the right to review and comment upon all such proposals, and CITY shall take such comments into consideration before entering into any agreement for the desired service; and
(e) Work with RIANDA, and his Agents, to do all things reasonable and necessary to facilitate and obtain all required permits and governmental approvals necessary for RIANDA to commence construction and development of the Project on the RIANDA Property under the timelines set forth on EXHIBIT A, in accordance with the Project plans, and RIANDA requirements for wastewater capacity.
Explain Recommendation and How it 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: While ministerial in nature, reimbursement agreements support the Vision because they allow the City to process important development projects that would bring the jobs and economic development necessary to further the Vision.
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 the Vision above.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful, and friendly manner to ensure 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 the Vision above
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes No N/A
• Housing X Yes No X N/A
• Recreation X Yes No X N/A
• Environment X Yes No X N/A
• Education X Yes No X N/A
Explain: Please see the Vision above.
ALTERNATIVES
Your Council could opt not to approve the agreement or provide other direction accordingly.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no budget impact associated with the Reimbursement Agreement. The costs to the City to process this project are unknown at this time, but the agreement calls for an initial $100,000 with a deposit of $25,000, which has been provided and allows for increasing the amount that will be needed if necessary and appropriate.
CONCLUSION
Staff Recommends Approval of, and the City Manager be Authorized, to Sign a Reimbursement Agreement Between the City of Gonzales and Rianda Family Limited Partnership.
Attachments:
1. Agreement