Gridley City Council - Special Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 26, 2024; 3:00 pm
Gridley City Hall, 685 Kentucky Street, Gridley, CA 95948 "Our 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
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Arriving after roll call:
Staff Present:
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Roberts, Sanchez
None
Elisa Arteaga, City Administrator
1. Highway 99 SHOPP Project Presentation - Caltrans
Chris Ladeas, Project Manager for Caltrans, provided a detailed presentation on the State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) Project, which aims to enhance and beautify the east side of Highway 99 within the City of Gridley limits. Mr. Ladeas reviewed the project's scope, timeline, and funding sources. He informed the Council that the contract award is anticipated in early 2025, with construction expected to begin shortly thereafter and lasting approximately 160 working days.
Vice Mayor Johnson inquired whether the project would result in reduced speed limits within City limits along the highway. Mr. Ladeas clarified that speed limits are determined and enforced by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Vice Mayor Johnson also asked about Caltrans' process for addressing unforeseen issues that may arise during the project. Mr. Ladeas explained that Caltrans strives to identify the most cost-effective solutions in such cases, which is why a contingency percentage is included in the total project estimate.
Councilmember Calderon expressed his support for the project, stating that he believes it will have a positive impact on the community-particularly for pedestrians who utilize the Highway 99 corridor as part of their daily routine.
With no public comment, the study session was adjourned.
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COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FORUM
The forum was opened, and seeing no one was present to speak, was closed.
POTENTIAL FUTURE CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
Procurement Policy 7/15/2024
Travel Policy 7/15/2024
Energy Efficiency Contract Review 7/15/2024
Sports Complex 7/15/2024
CLOSED SESSION -
2. Public Employment: Recreation Coordinator - Cal. Gov. Code Section 54597 Council went into closed session and came out at approx. 4:00 pm with no reportable action.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further items left to discuss, Mayor Farr adjourned to the next regular meeting on July 15th, 2024.
Approve:
mistrator
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