City Council Minutes
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 22, 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: Fire Chief Langborg, Captain Mixer, Community Development Director Mugan, City Attorney Pike, IT Director Espinosa, Utilities Manager Felix, Parks & Recreation Coordinator Perez, City Attorney Cochran, Tony Nisich, Planning Consultant Mullane, Planning Consultant Gagliardi, City Clerk Rathbun
GUESTS: Zyanya Diaz, Beatriz Diaz, John Martinez, Claudia Gomez, Raul Rodriguez, Cynthia Zavala
MOMENT OF SILENCE
There was a moment of silence.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
All recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA REVIEW
Chief Langborg asked that Item K-3 be removed from the agenda. City Council concurred.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Zyanya Diaz stated that there were homeless people living close to her home and they make a lot of noise and she called the police department and nothing was done. She stated that she asked them to please keep it down and they threw a rock at her. She stated that she called the police again and nothing was done and that was why she was bringing it to the Council at this time.
Beatriz Diaz stated that she was not able to attend the special meeting on March 21st; however, was glad that the Council voted on the district elections and a map was chosen. She stated that toward the end of the meeting a resident commented on Facebook asking whose bright idea it was to have this and Councilmember Tipton responded to her. She stated that Councilmember Tipton stated that it was brought in by a third party, LULAC, and that LULAC believed that the City had racial overtones in our community. She stated that both Mayor Walker and Councilmember Tipton were sending a wrong message to the community and stated that she sent an email to the City Attorney regarding this matter. She also stated that as a member of LULAC she sent City Manager Wood an email on February 3rd thanking him for attending the LULAC meeting and requesting that he provide some documents and she also sent him another email on February 11th and he emailed back stating that he would get to it as soon as he could; however, as of today had not received anything. She also stated that she thought the donation of the fire engine was a great idea and was glad to see that the Welcome to Greenfield signs were on the agenda. 23 City Council Minutes
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COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember White announced that the Market at the Gazebo had restarted on March 26th. He also stated that there was a lot going on at the recreation center at Patriot Park.
Councilmember Martinez thanked the youth for attending her youth hour and stated that the next one would be on April 18th at El Michoacano from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.. She stated that they discussed education, jobs, mental health issues, homelessness, etc. She stated that she was trying her best to reach out to the youth.
Councilmember Tipton stated that he noticed that the street sweeper was going straight down the middle of the street because there were vehicles parked on the street. He asked that staff work with Tri-Cities regarding this matter. He stated that there would be a slight drop in rates for the Salinas Valley Solid Waste and hopefully it would be passed down to the residents. He stated that the Sun Street location was closing down and they would be moving to Madison Lane soon. He stated that the traffic on Walnut Avenue was getting worse and that it needed to be dealt with and asked that CalTrans be notified. He stated that he had reached out to Supervisor Lopez regarding this matter.
Mayor Pro-tem Untalon stated that there was tons of things going on at the Recreation Center. She reminded everyone to be safter and more respectful of everyone and stop at stop signs and not speed. She announced the LOBO basketball travel program for kids grade 5 to 11 and stated that there was volleyball for grades 7-11 on March 26th from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m. She stated that spring break for all schools was April 15th through April 22nd.
Mayor Walker stated that going back to the homeless people situation, he had been talking with Mrs. Diaz and it was not a good situation. He stated that he contacted the City Manager, Police and Fire and they were looking into it. He stated that the flag at Elm and 6th had been changed and thanked staff for that. He also stated that he received a request for patches from a disabled gentleman and asked if the police and fire could supply him with one. He also requested how much money was being spent on the district elections process.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Walker requested that Item H-2 be pulled.
A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to approve the consent items including Warrants #314534 through #314683 and Bank Drafts #4758 through #4797 in the amount of $1,144,167.26, deny a Claim Against the City, and Receive and File Monthly Report – Finance / Parks & Recreation / Police Department / Public Works Department, adopt Resolution #2022-17, “ A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement Extension with John Alves as the Acting Public Works Director for an Amount Not to Exceed $50,000”, adopt Resolution #2022-18, “ A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Awarding a Professional Services Contract in the Amount of $45,000 to Angel Johnstone for Community Development Block Grant (CDGB) Economic Development Grant Writing and Administration Consulting and Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute this Contract”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried.
Chief Langborg gave a staff report regarding Item H-2, Donation of Fire Department Equipment.
Mayor Walker stated that Mayor Fernando, Chupicuaro, Mexico, was very happy with the donation and was looking forward to starting their own fire department.
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A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon to adopt Resolution #2022-16, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Authorizing the Disposal of Fire Department Equipment and Donate it to City of Greenfield’s Sister City, Chupicuaro, Mexico”. 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 PRESENTATION – WELCOME TO GREENFIELD SIGNS
Presentation was given by Planning Consultant Gagliardi.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD
APPROVING THE CITY OF GREENFIELD UPDATE URBAN WATER SHORTAGE CONTINGENCY
PLAN AS REQUIRED BY THE STATE WATER CODE
RESOLUTION #2022-19
Staff report was given by Utilities Manager Felix.
Mayor Walker opened the public hearing at 6:50 p.m.
No comments were received.
Mayor Walker closed the public hearing at 6:51 p.m.
A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon to adopt Resolution #2022-19, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Approving the City of Greenfield Update Urban Water Shortage Contingency Plan as Required by the State Water Code”. 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 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD APPROVING THE WAIVER OF RENTAL FEES
FOR DOOR TO HOPE
RESOLUTION #2022-20
Staff report was given by Parks & Recreation Coordinator Perez.
Claudia Gomez, Door to Hope, gave a power point presentation.
Beatriz Diaz thanked Ms. Gomez for the presentation.
Mayor Pro-tem Untalon stated that this program was amazing for the community. She stated that it prepared kids for school and she supported this program.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon, seconded by Councilmember Martinez to adopt Resolution #2022-20, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Approving the Waiver of Rental Fees for Door to Hope”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried. 25 City Council Minutes
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APPOINTMENT OF GLORIA URIBE TO THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE Staff report was given by Parks & Recreation Coordinator Perez.
A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to appoint Gloria Uribe to the Parks & Recreation Committee. 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 TO AMEND PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH F. LODUCA CO., “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 CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS (CCO’S) 3, 4 AND 5 IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $114,645
AND INCREASE THE PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SUPPORT IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,196.75
RESOLUTION #2022-21
Staff report was given by Tony Nisich.
A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to adopt Resolution #2022-21, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield to Amend Public Works Construction Contract with F. Loduca Co., “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 Contract Change Orders (CCO’s) 3, 4 and 5 in the Total Amount of $114,645 and Increase the Project Management and Inspection Support in the Amount of $17,196.75”. 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 AUTHORIZING
THE GREENFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA MUTUAL AID
SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GREENFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT OUT OF COUNTY FIRE
RESPONSE POLICY
RESOLUTION #2022-22
Staff report was given by Fire Chief Langborg.
Councilmember Tipton stated that this was a great program; however, would like to add to the policy that the City Manager as well as the City Council be informed if the Fire Department did provide aid.
Beatriz Diaz stated that this was a great idea.
Councilmember White asked if the City had enough equipment and personnel to provide aid. Chief Langborg stated yes as long as everyone was healthy; however, if the City didn’t have enough people they wouldn’t go.
A MOTION by Councilmember Tipton, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Untalon to adopt Resolution #2022-22, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Authorizing the Greenfield Fire Department to Participate in the State of California Mutual Aid System in Accordance with the Greenfield Fire Department Out of County Fire Response Policy” as amended. 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 AWARDING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $56,113.95 TO EMC PLANNING GROUP, INC. FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW SERVICES FOR THE 296 APPLE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE THIS CONTRACT RESOLUTION #2022-23
Staff report was given by Planning Consultant Mullane.
A MOTION by Councilmember White, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to adopt Resolution #2022-,23 “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Awarding a Professional Services Contract in the Amount of $56,113.95 to EMC Planning Group, Inc. for Environmental Review Services for the 296 Apple Single-Family Residential Project and Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute this Contract”. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Councilmember White, Councilmember Tipton, Councilmember Martinez, Mayor Pro-tem Untalon and Mayor Walker. Motion carried.
DIRECTION ON POTENTIAL UPDATES TO CHAPTER 5.08 – SOLICITORS, PEDDLERS, TRANSIENT
VENDORS
Staff report and power point presentation was given by Planning Consultant Gagliardi.
Councilmember Martinez stated that she didn’t see any competition between the restaurants and food trucks and stated she was not interested in changing the ordinance.
Mayor Pro-tem Untalon stated that Greenfield had way less trucks than other cities. She stated that she did not see a problem with the food trucks and that the trucks were popular. She stated that the owners work hard and keep the area where they were located very clean. She asked if the food trucks were in compliance with the City’s regulations. Planning Consultant Gagliardi stated that all the food trucks were in compliance.
Raul Rodriguez stated that he was happy that the Council was looking at this. He stated that food trucks were big money. He stated that the City of Salinas had designated areas for the food trucks.
He stated that the 300’ buffer was not large enough and recommended 500’. He stated that during Covid businesses were affected and also stated that businesses pay a lot of taxes such as property tax, employment tax and sales tax. He stated that a lot of the trucks were not collecting sales tax. He recommended that the City impose a 500’ buffer and require the food trucks to collect sales tax.
Councilmember Tipton asked how much sales tax was the City getting from the food truck.
Cynthia Zavala stated that her concern was where the trucks were being parked when they were not doing business and stated that some park their trucks in front of their homes and driveways and it doesn’t look good.
Mayor Walker asked staff to look into the sales tax issue and how other cities were dealing with this situation.
This was an informal item only.
CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION - Government Code Section 54956.9 (b)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to Litigation: One Matter
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Meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
No comments were received.
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Meeting reconvened to open session at 8:51 p.m.
City Attorney Cochran reported that by unanimous decision the City Council denied a claim against the City by Humberto Aceves.
BRIEF REPORTS ON CONFERENCES, SEMINARS, AND MEETINGS ATTENDED BY MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL
Mayor Walker reported that the AMBAG meeting was very short and they approved the consent agenda and some financial reports.
Councilmember Tipton reported that at the SVSWA meeting they discussed setting rates, the move to Madison Lane from Sun Street and that they were looking for new office space.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Cochran applauded the City Council for having a good meeting.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
No report.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned in memory of Raul Santibanez
Meeting adjourned at 8:56 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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