City Council Minutes
March 8, 2022
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Walker called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Walker, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon, Councilmembers Martinez, Tipton and White ABSENT: None
STAFF: City Manager Wood, Fire Chief Langborg, Captain Mixer, Community Development Director Mugan, Interim Public Works Director Alves, City Attorney Pike, IT Director Espinosa, City Attorney Cochran, City Clerk Rathbun
GUESTS: John Martinez, Rachel Ortiz, Gabriel Ruiz
MOMENT OF SILENCE
There was a moment of silence.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
All recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Wood asked that Item K-1 be removed from the agenda. Mayor Pro-tem Untalon asked that H-5 be removed and be discussed in closed session to get more information at the next meeting.
City Council concurred.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA John Martinez thanked the Council for honoring Women’s History Month and the women of our community. He stated that he stood with Ukraine and his prayers were with that country. He also stated that he had concerns and did agree with district elections. He stated that this would divide the community and asked that the Council vote no on this.
COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember White stated that Sober Grad was having a tamales fundraiser. He stated that the donation was $20 per dozen. He stated that he attended the Meet and Greet with Councilmember Martinez on February 20th to get information out to the public regarding district elections. He stated that packets regarding the proposed maps and information regarding district elections were available and stated that they received good feedback. He also asked that staff look into getting new Christmas decorations for El Camino Real. 29 City Council Minutes
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Councilmember Martinez thanked Councilmember White for attending the Meet & Greet. She stated that the people did have concerns about districting but thanked everyone for attending. She stated that there were a lot of questions and they answered best they could. She stated that she attended the Arroyo Seco Career Day and thanked the school principal and Mayor Pro-tem Untalon for the invitation. She stated that she had received complaints regarding the loud noise created by the farmers for pest control for the fields that were planted and stated that she had contacted Captain Mixer. She also reminded everyone to submit district maps and make sure to email all the maps that were received to Dr. Phillips.
Councilmember Tipton stated that the Police Department was doing an amazing job. He asked that a report on how the cameras were helping the Police be placed on a future agenda. He also stated that the Fire Department was doing good work. He asked that staff look into the areas of Oak Avenue and Apple Avenue and 3rd and Thorp and re-paint the lines and fill potholes. He also reported that the Walnut Avenue Overcrossing was getting worse, and staff needed to contact CalTrans about getting another bridge and stated that an update would be appreciated.
Mayor Pro-tem Untalon wished all women a Happy International Women's Day and Women’s Month. She thanked Councilmember Martinez for attending Career Day at Arroyo Seco Academy School. She stated that she was surprised how the kids were so engaged. She stated that the kids were very interested in meeting the Mayor. She asked that staff provide an update on the Prop 68 grant and the Greenfield signs. She also stated that the City needed to update its street map and that it should be updated every one to two years.
Mayor Walker stated that he would get a hold of someone from Arroyo Seco Academy to speak with the students. He stated that prayers went out to Ysela and Enrique Serrano for their loss as well as the family of Officer Jorge David Alvarado. He stated that the Fire and Police Departments were always in his prayers and stated that they were doing a great job. He stated that he received a complaint that on the corner of 5th/Elm Avenue there was a ripped flag and asked that staff get a hold of the owners of may be change the flag. He stated that he wanted to meet in person soon. He also reported that a lot of concrete work was being completed on El Camino Real. He also stated that he may not be in attendance at the April 12th meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Tipton asked that H-4 be pulled for discussion.
A MOTION by Councilmember Tipton, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon to approve the consent items including Warrants #314480 through #314424 and Bank Drafts #4737 through #4771 in the amount of $521,810.58, approve Minutes of the February 22, City Council Meeting, and Receive and File Monthly Report – Greenfield Science Workshop. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried.
Councilmember Tipton stated that he was ready to go back to having meetings in person.
It was the consensus of the Council to go back to in person meetings; however, have the ability for the public to attend in person and via Zoom.
A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon to adopt Resolution #2022-12, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Authorizing Use of Remote Teleconferencing Provisions (AB 361) with the amendment that it expires March 31, 2022”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES:
Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried.
MAYOR’S PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, RESOLUTIONS SWEARING IN– FIRE FIREFIGHTER JASON SCHMUCKLE
Chief Langborg introduced Jason Schmuckle.
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City Clerk Rathbun administered the oath of office to Firefighter Jason Schmuckle.
PROCLAMATION – WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
Mayor Walker read the proclamation proclaiming March as Women’s History Month.
PRESENTATION BY CENTRAL COAST COMMUNITY ENERGY – ANNUAL MEMBER AGENCY UPDATE
Power point presentation was given by Gabriel Ruiz, Central Coast Community Energy.
UPDATE – REGARDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITY IN SUPPORT
OF CURRENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND
IMPLEMENTATION PRIORITIES
Community Development Director Mugan gave an update on the Community Development Departmental activity regarding the Department’s current economic development strategy goals, objectives and implementation priorities.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD
APPROVING AN AS REQUIRED BY THE STATE WATER CODE
Staff report was given by City Manager Wood.
Mayor Walker opened the public hearing at 7:54 p.m.
No comments were received.
Mayor Walker continued the public hearing to the next regular City Council meeting on March 22, 2022.
A MOTION by Councilmember Tipton, seconded by Councilmember White to continue the public hearing to the next regular meeting on March 22, 2022. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker.
Motion carried.
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A LETTER IN SUPPORT OF MONTEREY COUNTY’S REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE LEGISLATION ALLOWING A VETERAN’S HOME TO BE BUILT IN THE REGION RESOLUTION #2022-13
Staff report was given by City Manager Wood.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to adopt Resolution #2022-13, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Approving the Submission of a Letter in Support of Monterey County’s Request to Authorize Legislation Allowing a Veteran’s Home to be Built in the Region”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker.
Motion carried.
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ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD AUTHORIZING THE PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM UPDATE 2022 FUNDING AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) BY AND BETWEEN THE TRANSPORTATION AGENCY FOR MONTEREY COUNTY (“TAMC”) AND THE
CITY OF THE GREENFIELD
RESOLUTION #2022-14
Staff report was given by City Engineer Pike.
A MOTION by Councilmember Tipton, seconded by Councilmember White to adopt Resolution #2022-14, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Authorizing the Pavement Management Program Update 2022 Funding Agreement (“Agreement”) by and Between the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (“TAMC”) and the City of the Greenfield”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried.
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD AMENDING A PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH F. LODUCA COMPANY, “THE GREENFIELD SIDEWALKS AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING PROJECT” TO CONSTRUCT ADDITIONAL OR MODIFIED
IMPROVEMENTS BY CHANGE ORDER AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO FINALIZE AND
EXECUTE THESE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS
RESOLUTION #2022-15
Staff report was given by City Engineer Pike.
A MOTION by Councilmember Tipton, seconded by Councilmember Martinez to adopt Resolution #2022-15, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Amending a Public Works Construction Contract with F. Loduca Company, “The Greenfield Sidewalks and Accessible Parking Project” to Construct Additional or Modified Improvements by Change Order and Authorize the City Manager to Finalize and Execute these Contract Change Orders”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD RELATED TO
SETTING UP A PROGRAM TO IMPROVE STREET SWEEPING EFFECTIVENESS Staff report was given by City Manager Wood.
Councilmember White stated that he believed that this would create more problems than the problem itself. He stated that only large cities had these types of programs. He stated that the City should first try to educate residents.
Mayor Walker stated that this was a big problem; however, where would the cars be moved to.
Mayor Pro-tem Untalon stated that something needed to be done to beautify the City. She suggested that sweeping be done when people were working but something needed to be done and that if people didn’t respond they had to be held accountable.
Councilmember Tipton stated that the Council needed to make the City cleaner and nicer. He suggested that staff sit down with Tri-Cities’ staff to try to work something out and change the times of sweeping.
Councilmember Martinez stated that she agreed that the community needed to be educated; however, did not think that towing vehicles would solve the issue.
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It was the consensus of the City Council to educate the community first and if there was no progress to bring it back to the Council.
Rachel Ortiz stated that she agreed with Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and that when rules were not enforced that was when the trouble started. She asked that the Council educate the community and then fine them with smaller fines if they do not comply.
City Manager Wood stated that it was his understanding that the Council would like to educate the community first and provide that education through printed media and social media; talk about it first and then continue discussion of the next steps.
Mayor Pro-tem Untalon suggested that a flyer be sent through with the water bill and get the word out for a month or two. She stated that if people were responding it would be great if not, it should come back to City Council.
CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION - Government Code Section 54956.9
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (2) or (3) of Subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9. There are 2 potential lawsuits.
CLOSED SESSION - Government Code Section 54956.9
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9.
The City Council is deciding whether to initiate litigation on 1 matter.
Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
No comments were received.
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Meeting reconvened to open session at 9:20 p.m.
There was no reportable action.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Cochran stated that he would be coming to the Easter event at Patriot Park with his family.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Wood stated that he would be following up on the following areas that were requested by Council: Christmas decorations; loud noise; district maps from residents; a surveillance camera update, conditions of street for painting and potholes; Prop 68 grant; ripped flag at Elm/5th Street; hybrid meeting starting April 1st; and Greenfield Welcome signs.
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ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned in memory of Enrique Serrano, III.
Meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
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Mayor of the City of Greenfield
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City Clerk of the City of Greenfield
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