City Council Minutes
November 18, 2025
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 18, 2025
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 Ortiz, Jones and Garcia ABSENT: None
STAFF: City Manager Wood, Captain Paredes, Economic & Community Development Director Mugan, Public Works Director Tugel, Recreation Director Perez, City Attorney Thompson, City Clerk Rathbun
GUESTS: Gail Stewart West, Gene Plaskett, Bob Urquides, Celina Moreno, Elisa Raya, Brenda Garcia, Rosa Manriquez, Gloria Villalobos, Yolanda Romero, Juana Vasquez, Lucia Belman, Francisco & Margarita Uribe, Maria Lopez, Maricela Lucero, Eufenia Martinez, Salamos Flores, Juan & Concha Woo, Bulmaro Flores, Maria Pacheco, Josefina Morales, Jose Alliolo, Juan Valenzuela, Jose Ocegueda, Migel Bonderas, Pablo Jimenez, Rita Rangel, Jaime Rangel, Oliver Lopez, Ma Cruz Nunez, Sal Trujillo, Jose Romero, Michael Romero, Silka Saavedra
INVOCATION BY PASTOR GENE PLASKETT
Invocation by Pastor Gene Plaskett.
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 Ernie Gallardo stated that there was a parking issue. He stated that there were a lot of people picking up their kids from Oak Avenue School and they were parking and blocking the driveways. He stated that if they called the Police Department and the cars would be gone by the time the police got there. He also stated that people were parking their cars in front of fire hydrants and in the bus zones as well as parking near the intersections which was a direct violation of the new law. He suggested that the police stop warning people and start citing them.
Bob Urquides commended everyone involved for the Veterans’ banners. He also stated that there needed to be a light installed at the corner of El Camino Real and Cherry because it was very dark at that intersection.
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Brenda Garcia Figueroa, representing the vendors at the Market at the Gazebo, stated that she was here today because at the last meeting not all Councilmembers were present and she wanted to make sure all Councilmembers were aware of what was going on. She also stated that it had been three weeks from the last meeting and there had not been a meeting set up with staff and the vendors. She stated that they had questions and would like to have that meeting.
Rosa Manriques stated that something that had caught her attention was the lack of stop signs on Oak Avenue on the bridge. She stated that it was dangerous area and stated that placing stop signs there would be helpful. She also stated that she looked over the park plan and that it was a great idea; however, she would appreciate an enclosed dog area.
Bulmaro Flores expressed his concerns regarding the Market at the Gazebo and asked that the City Council continue supporting the existing vendors.
Cecilia Moreno, resident and principal at Oak Avenue School, stated that she had a concern regarding the crosswalk that was right behind one of the stop signs. She stated that even though they have a crossing guard there, people drive so fast and suggested that a rapid flashing light be installed in order to bring extra safety measures so people could slow down.
Francisco Uribe read a letter asking for support of the Market at the Gazebo.
Marco Guerrero stated that he was one of the sons of Jose Romero, what was one of the Saturday Gazebo Market sellers and was here to speak regarding the potential changes to the market. He stated that the market was not just a market but a community. He stated that this was one of the cornerstones of the community. He stated that the rumor going around was that the proposed new manager would be charging at least triple the cost of the current fees and would remove all non-ag vendors. He stated that this would affect many vendors and the lifeline of some families and asked that the Council consider not changing the current market.
Juan Woo stated that he had been a vendor at the market since it was near the library. He stated that he sold jewelry, religious stuff and candles. He stated that the market started as a farmers’ market; however, it did not work, and he believed that the reason it did not work was because of the demographic of people that actually visit the market. He stated that the market was not a flea market; it was a market that sold a variety of things and that concept had been working for many years. He stated that if the Council still wanted a farmers’ market maybe they could combine it with the current flea market on Sundays and call it a Flea/Farmer’s Market. He stated that it had been a positive experience working with the City and would like to continue that concept.
Beatriz Diaz stated that LULAC 3298 was having a scholarship fundraiser selling donuts from Valley Donuts in Gonzales and they have sold over 200. She wanted to thank the Council and the community for the support. She also stated that she had concerns regarding the changes or potential closure of the Market at the Gazebo and asked that the Council not cancel it or make changes to it. She stated that the Harvest Festival booths were very expensive and stated that she would like to bring back the Broccoli Festival back at Oak Park.
COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Garcia thanked all the vendors from the Market at the Gazebo for being here. She stated that the market was nice and she appreciated all the different kinds of vendors. She also stated that she very much appreciated the banners for the Veterans and stated that she enjoyed the parade. She stated that she was looking forward to the Day of Thanks feast and stated that the organizers had been planning this event for about a year.
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Councilmember Ortiz stated that she was also having the same parking problem in her neighborhood and stated that vehicles were parked too close to the intersections. She stated that she thought it would be a good idea to paint the red curbs for all streets. She stated that the Market at the Gazebo was very successful and stated that this should be re-visited and a meeting should be set up in order to discuss this matter. She thanked everyone for their attendance and for being respectful at the meeting.
She stated that there were 18 Veterans banners and that there were a lot of people who still wanted to get more. She stated that they were getting ready for the Thanksgiving dinner and then she would go back to working on the banners. She stated that they had food for over 800 people. She stated that the number of things that had been donated and the generosity of so many businesses and people, it was heartwarming. She stated that they had over 75 volunteers and thanked everyone for their help and support.
Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez congratulated everyone that was involved with the Veterans’ Day parade. She stated that she wanted to touch on storm preparedness stuff and wanted to make sure our residents were prepared. She stated that the vendors here had mentioned that some of the members of the Council were not here last meeting and wanted them to know that she does watch the meeting and was aware of the comments that were made regarding the market. She stated that she was happy to meet with the vendors. She wished everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving.
Mayor White thanked Jose Sanchez for the Halloween contests and congratulated all the winners. He did remind all residents that they would be having a Christmas house decorating contest as well. He thanked the American Legion and everyone involved in the Veterans’ Parade. He stated that he attended Career Day at Oak Avenue School on November 5th and stated that he attended the senior social and there were over 130 people in attendance. He thanked Regina Gage, Meals on Wheels, Monterey County Food Bank and the community engagement department for such a successful event. He also stated that he attended the California Transportation Funding Regional Town Hall meeting last week in Watsonville and the main focus was that gas tax was declining and the need to find other ways to fund fixing roads.
CONSENT ITEMS
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to approve the consent items including Warrants #325855 through #326009 and Bank Drafts #6950 through #6988 in the amount of $1,219,399.27; approve Minutes of the October 28, 2025 City Council Meeting, Receive and File Monthly Departmental Reports – Finance / Greenfield Fire Department / Grants / Science Workshop adopt Resolution #2025-93, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Correcting Account Numbers for Revenue and Expenditure Accounts Originally Adopted in Resolutions Numbers 2025-90 and 2025-92”. All in favor. Motion carried.
MAYOR’S PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS, RESOLUTIONS PRESENTATION – GREENFIELD RECREATION CENTER AND PARK PROJECT UPDATE Report and power point presentation was given by Recreation Director Perez.
PUBLIC HEARING
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD AMENDING CHAPTER 13.32 – SEWER RATES OF THE GREENFIELD
MUNICIPAL CODE
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Staff report was given by City Attorney Thompson.
Mayor White opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Beatriz Diaz stated that she had an appointment with City Manager Wood to clarify some of her questions regarding this matter and better understand it. She asked why the City didn’t consider a bond for the sewer rate increase instead of it just on the homeowners.
Mayor White closed the public hearing at 7:13 p.m.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Jones to introduce and read by title only, first reading, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Amending Chapter
13.32 – Sewer Rates of the Greenfield Municipal Code. All in favor. Motion carried.
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD APPOINTING
MEMBERS TO THE GREENFIELD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE RESOLUTION #2025-94
Staff report was given by Recreation Director Perez. He stated that he received a third application for the committee and was requesting that the Council consider appointing all three applicants.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Jones to adopt Resolution #2025-94, as amended, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Appointing Members to the Greenfield Parks and Recreation Committee”. All in favor. Motion carried.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD TO EXTEND THE
AGREEMENT WITH FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (FRM) FOR CONTRACT INTERIM CHIEF
PLANT OPERATOR, INTERIM OPERATOR OF RECORD AND CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF GREENFIELD FOR A PERIOD OF (1) YEAR THROUGH NOVEMBER 13, 2026 RESOLUTION #2025-95
Staff report was given by Public Works Director Tugel.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to adopt Resolution #2025-95, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield to Extend the Agreement with Fluid Resource Management (FRM) for Contract Interim Chief Plant Operator, Interim Operator of Record and Consulting Services for the City of Greenfield for a Period of (1) Year Through November 13, 2026”. All in favor. Motion carried.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD ACCEPTING THE OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,000 AND APPROVE A $65,000 BUDGET APPROPRIATION FOR THE GRANT
RESOLUTION #2025-96
Staff report was given by Sgt. Gutierrez.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Jones to adopt Resolution #2025-96, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Accepting the Office of Traffic Safety Grant Funds in the Amount of $65,000 and Approve a $65,000 Budget Appropriation for the Grant”. All in favor. Motion carried.
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ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD ACCEPTING THE OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $42,000 AND APPROVE A $42,000 BUDGET APPROPRIATION FOR THE GRANT
RESOLUTION #2025-97
Staff report was given by Sgt. Gutierrez.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to adopt Resolution #2025-97, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Accepting the Office of Traffic Safety Grant Funds in the Amount of $42,000 and Approve a $42,000 Budget Appropriation for the Grant”. All in favor. Motion carried.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENFIELD ACCEPTING THE 2024 PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS, COMPLETED BY VSS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
RESOLUTION #2025-98
Staff report was given by Public Works Director Tugel.
A MOTION by Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to adopt Resolution #2025-98, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Greenfield Accepting the 2024 Pavement Maintenance Project Improvements, Completed by VSS International, Inc.”. All in favor.
Motion carried.
BRIEF REPORTS ON CONFERENCES, SEMINARS, AND MEETINGS ATTENDED BY MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL
Mayor White reported on the AMBAG meeting and stated that they discussed the Human Services Transportation Plan and the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
Councilmember Garcia reported on the Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority meeting and stated that they had been conducting interviews for the general manager.
Mayor Pro-tem Rodriguez reported on the MST meeting. She stated that they adopted the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan and reviewed the draft transit policy. She stated that the communication between the MST and city staff was not good regarding streets and would like the City to get more education to the City Council and staff. She stated that she would like MST to come to a Council meeting. She also stated that they approved the sale of excess property.
Mayor White reported on the Monterey County Mayors Association meeting on November 7th. He stated that they had a roundtable meeting discussion regarding the Mayors Association writing a letter of support to the State Water Board asking them to modify the cease-and-desist order and lift the moratorium on new connections and allow the setting of new water meters on the Monterey Peninsula.
He stated that a letter of support was sent.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
No report.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
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No report.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 7:50 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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