Gridley City Council —Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, December 18, 2023; 6:00 pm
Gridley City Hall, 685 Kentucky Street, Gridley, CA 95948 "Dur purpose is to continuously enhance our community's vitality and overall quality of life. We are committed to providing high quality, cost-effective municipal services and forming productive partnerships with our residents and regional organizations. We collectively develop, share, and are guided by a clear vision, values, and meaningful objectives."
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Farr called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers
Present: Farr, Roberts, Sanchez
Absent: Caldero, Johnson
Arriving after roll call: None
Staff Present: Cliff Wagner, City Administrator
Rodney Harr, Police Chief
Landon Little, Deputy City Attorney
Ross Pippitt, Public Works Director
Jake Carter, Utility Director
ElisaArteaga, Finance Director
Dave Harden, City Engineer
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Roberts led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
The invocation was led by Bishop Mclean, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
PROCLAMATION —None
INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES
Police Chief Rodney Harr introduced the new Police Officer, Rollin Luntey.
RECOGNITION OF RETIRING CITY ADMINISTRATOR, CLIFF WAGNER AND RETIRING FIRE CiiIEF,
SEAN NORMAN
Mayor Farr recognized the retirement of current Fire Chief, Sean Norman and our City Administrator, Cliff Wagner. Both Administrator Wagner and Chief Norman expressed gratitude GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: Regular Meeting of 12-18-23 Page 1 of 4 for the City, City Council and staff. Newly appointed staff were introduced at that time: Fire Chief Chip Fowler, City AdministratorElisaArteaga, and Finance Director MartinPineda.
Council adjourned to a brief recess for refreshments.
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FORUM
The forum was open, and seeing there was no one to speak, was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. City Council Minutes Dated December 4t", 2023
2. Council Meeting Dates for 2024
Motion to approve the consent agenda was made by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Sanchez.
ROLL CALL VOTE
Ayes: Roberts, Sanchez, Farr
Motion carried, 3-0
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
3. Resolution Nos. 2023-R-041 and 2023-R-042: Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments
City Administrator Wagner addressed Council regarding the proposed increase that was tentatively approved at the September 14t" regular meeting pending the Prop 218 requirements be met and pending confirmation that the City does not receive a majority vote against the rate adjustments. Administrator Wagner explained City staff implemented the Prop 218 process that requires a minimum 45-day notice be mailed to property owners and rate payers. City staff mailed 2,124 notices both in English and Spanish language that included the current and proposed rate schedules. A total of two protests were received. City Administrator Wagner respectfully requested that Resolution 2023-R-041 and Resolution 2023-R-042 be adopted, approving the proposed rate change.
Pat Coghlan submitted written comments and shared concerns of information being available to the public.
After a brief Council discussion, motion to approve the item was made by Councilmember Roberts, seconded by Councilmember Sanchez.
ROLL CALL VOTE
Ayes: Sanchez, Roberts, Farr
Motion carried, 3-0
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4. Solid Wate Contract Extension
Christian Garcia of Waste Management presented a PowerPoint that highlighted important details of the proposed solid waste contract.
Councilmember Sanchez had questions for the Waste Management representatives as well for City staff. Pat Coghlan asked for clarification on how to register for discounted senior rates.
After discussion, a motion to approve the contract was made by Councilmember Raberts, seconded by Councilmember Sanchez.
ROLL CALL VOTE
Ayes: Sanchez, Roberts, Farr
Motion passed, 3-0
Administrator Wagner reminded Council and public that the Waste Management rate increase is also subject to Prop 218 noticing. This item is tentatively scheduled for the regular Council meeting of March 4t", 2024 after appropriate notice has been given to customers and property owners.
5. Bucket Truck —Terex TL60
Utility Director Jake Carter requested Council approve the purchase of a Terex TL60 bucket truck to replace their existing bucket truck.
Motion to approve was made by Councilmember Sanchez, seconded by Councilmember Roberts.
ROLL CALL VOTE
Ayes: Farr, Roberts, Sanchez
Motion passed, 3-0
CITY STAFF AND COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS -None
CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS
City Administrator Wagner reminded Council of the Holiday Party scheduled for December 19tH Administrator Wagner also thanked Council for the opportunity to work for the City and with City Council.
POTENTIAL FUTURE CITY COUNCIL ITEMS - (Appearing on the Agenda within 30-90 days):
Proposal for Shared Fire Department Mechanic 1/15/2024
Finance Policies 1/15/2024
Housing Element Review and Discussion 1/15/2024
CLOSED SESSION -None
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ADJOURNMENT
With no further items left to discuss, Mayor Farr adjourned to the next regular meeting on January 16t", 2024.
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Elisa Arteaga, City Admi istrator
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