City Council Minutes
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MEETING OF MARCH 12, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor White called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor White, Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, Councilmembers Martinez, Ortiz and Tipton
ABSENT: None
STAFF: City Manager Wood, Chief of Police Mixer, Public Works Director Tugel, IT Director Espinosa, City Attorney Thompson, City Clerk Rathbun GUESTS: Gail Stewart-White, Pastor Robert Mullen
INVOCATION
Invocation by Pastor Robert Mullen.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
All recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA REVIEW
No changes made.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Chief Mixer gave his condolences to the families affected by the tragedy in King City. He stated that Greenfield Police had been very active with King City as well as the Sheriff’s Department and Highway Patrol. He stated that this tragedy had brought all the cities together. He announced that this weekend was opening day for the Greenfield Little League and there would be extra patrol on duty. He also announced that there would be a DUI check point this weekend.
COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Tipton thanked all the first responders and stated that thoughts and prayers were going out to King City and the families affected. He stated that the SNIP bus had been in Greenfield providing spay and neuter services and reminded everyone that it was the law to alter their cats and dogs. He stated that stop signs were not optional and reminded everyone walking and riding their bikes at night time to not wear dark clothing. He stated that the EAH housing project was moving forward and wanted to know how many of the units were two story. He announced that the Greenfield Police Department had been citing semi-truck drivers for turning left on Walnut Avenue. He stated that some of the Planning Commissioners attended the Planning Commission Academy last week. He congratulated Chantel Vega for being selected the Firefighter of the Year for Monterey County.
Councilmember Martinez stated that she would like to highlight two non-profit organizations, first, Organización Mariposa. She stated that they held their annual conference for families with special needs 19 City Council Minutes
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at Vista Verde on March 2nd. She asked if staff could reach out to them and help them. She stated that the other organization was Lideres Campesinas. She stated that they help people in need and were very active in the community. She thanked Chief Mixer and the Greenfield Police Department for all the help that they had provided King City. She stated that she attended Career Day at Cesar Chavez School and the kids were excited and told her that they wanted to see more housing, stores, services for homeless people and another middle school. She stated that she was receiving complaints about students harassing the seniors at the Magnolia apartments and asked if staff could work with the school to help with the situation. She stated that she would not be attending the next City Council meeting due to her husband’s surgery.
Councilmember Ortiz stated that she noticed that they were digging holes at the park to put the cameras in the park and was glad because there was a lot of activity there. She stated that she attended the vigil in King City and it was very emotional and stated that the pastors were united. She stated that everyone needed to look out for one another and asked if the City could help King City in any way. She stated that King City Little League had opening day and there was a very low attendance because people were Scared. She stated that residents were moving in April to the Magnolia II apartments and some people might need help if any was interested in helping them. She announced that TAMC was recruiting bus drivers and hiring people on the spot. She thanked the police officers for going above and beyond in King City.
Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez thanked all the law enforcement for helping in King City. She stated that her heart goes out to all the families that were affected by the tragedy. She thanked City Manager Wood for his video of the highlights of the Council meeting and stated that it had been viewed more than 600 times, which showed that people were interested in what was going on.
Mayor White thanked the staff at Arroyo Seco Academy for allowing him to attend Career Day. He announced the following events: the Women’s Empowerment conference on May 18th sponsored by the Rotary; Avila Boxing would be having a boxing event on April 6th and 7th; the Easter Event at Patriot Park on March 23rd from 3-6 p.m. and the Market at the Gazebo would be starting on Saturday, March 23rd.
He also stated that Sober Grad was still seeking donations.
Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez asked that an item regarding donation to Sober Grad be added to the next agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Gabriella Serrato stated that she had attended the meetings for the last 11 months and had noticed that Councilmember Martinez had missed several meetings. She stated that she knew that Councilmember Martinez had gone through a lot this year; however, at some point she needed to consider stepping down as a Councilmember if it was affecting the community. She stated that while reviewing the Council’s policies this should be reviewed as well as the Council’s social media policies. She stated that she admired the profession that Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez had, a counselor. She stated that she was a role model in that capacity as well as a Councilmember. She stated that every time Mayor Pro-tem Rodrigez made a decision, spoke up or was silent she was taking a stance. She stated that accountability was uncomfortable but necessary for growth. She stated that she chose her words very carefully and that was why she chose survivor instead of victim and she knew survivors could not appreciate a Councilmember writing a letter in support for a child’s sex offender.
Beatriz Diaz thanked City Manager Wood for his Council meeting summary. She asked why Councilmember Martinez’s absence was not excused and asked that the vote be rescinded. She also stated that Gabby Serrato comments during the meetings; however, she was not a member of the community,
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Laura Mireles requested that restrooms be built for the northside of Patriot Park and lights be installed there as well. She invited the Council and public to the soccer event this Saturday at Patriot Park.
CONSENT ITEMS
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to approve the consent items including Warrants #320863 through #320956 and Bank Drafts #5906 through #5929 in the amount of $2,229,769.64 and approve Minutes of the February 27, 2024 City Council Meeting. All in favor. Motion carried.
MAYOR’S PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, RESOLUTIONS.
PROCLAMATION – A PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING MARCH 2024 AS AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH
Mayor White read the proclamation proclaiming March 2024 as American Red Cross Month.
Patsy Gasca, American Red Cross, thanked the City Council for the proclamation and gave a brief description of the services that they provide.
PRESENTATION – BY JOHN ERICKSON, PHD, PE, COMMUNITY WATER CENTER John Erikson, Community Water Center, gave a power point presentation.
Saul Cardona, property owner, stated that there had been water issues on his property and the other properties for many years and would like to work together to find a solution.
Avery Pura, property owner, stated that she looked forward to working together to find a solution for the water issues.
UPDATE – WELCOME TO GREENFIELD SIGNS
Public Works Director Tugel gave an update on the Welcome to Greenfield Signs.
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD APPROVING A PROCUREMENT AGREEMENT WITH CLOACINA LLC, IN THE AMOUNT OF $31,083,973.90 FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF A PACKAGED MEMBRANE BIOREACTOR TREATMENT (MBR) SYSTEM FOR THE NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND APPROPRIATE $150,000 IN
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDS FOR PHASE I OF THIS AGREEMENT AS REQUIRED AND AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT RESOLUTION #2023-20
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD APPROVING AMENDMENT #1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HYDROSCIENCE ENGINEERS IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $647,037.00 AND APPROPRIATE
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDS AS REQUIRED FOR THE NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
DESIGN SERVICES AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT AMENDMENT
RESOLUTION #2023-21
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There was discussion among Council and staff regarding the design of the MBR system for the wastewater treatment plan. Public Works Director Tugel stated that at this time the Council was not approving the $31,000,00 but only the $150,00 and the $647,037. She stated that once this project was completed, the City would be in compliance with the State.
A MOTION by Councilmember Ortiz, seconded by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez to adopt Resolution #2023-20, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Approving a Procurement Agreement with CLOACINA LLC, in the Amount of $31,083,973.90 for the Acquisition of a Packaged Membrane Bioreactor Treatment (MBR) System for the New Wastewater Treatment Plant and Appropriate $150,000 in Supplemental Funds for Phase I of this Agreement as Required and Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute this Agreement”. All in favor. Motion carried.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Tipton to adopt Resolution #2024-21, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Approving Amendment #1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Hydroscience Engineers in the Not-to-Exceed Amount of $647,037.00 and Appropriate Supplemental Funds as Required for the New Wastewater Treatment Plant Design Services and Related Improvements and Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute this Agreement Amendment”. All in favor. Motion carried.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD TO SUPPLEMENTALLY APPROPRIATE $124,700 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 FOR PUBLIC
WORKS EXPENDITURES
RESOLUTION #2024-22
Staff report was given by City Manager Wood.
A MOTION by Councilmember Tipton, seconded by Councilmember Ortiz to adopt Resolution #2024- 22, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield to Supplementally Appropriate $124,700 for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for Public Works Expenditures”. All in favor. Motion carried.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION – GOVERNMENT CODE SESSION 54956.9
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (2) OF THE SUBDIVISION (D) OF SECTION 54956.9 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE
1-CASE: BROWN ACT DEMAND TO CURE AND CORRECT FROM ANDREW SANDOVAL No comments were received.
Meeting adjourned to closed session at 7:21 p.m.
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Meeting reconvened to open session at 7:34 p.m.
No action was taken.
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CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
None.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Wood stated that he attended Career Day for 4th graders at Arroyo Seco Academy.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 7:35 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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