Gridley City Council —Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday October 21, 2024; 6:00 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 called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
ROLL CALL
Present: Farr, Johnson, Roberts, Calderon
Absent: Sanchez
Arriving after roll call: None
Staff Present: ElisaArteaga, City Administrator
Todd Farr, Police Chief
Anthony Galyean, City Attorney
MartinPineda,Finance Director
Ross Pippitt, Utility Director
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Roberts led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATION —None
INTRODUCTION OF NEW OR PROMOTED EMPLOYEES -None
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FORUM
The forum was opened, and seeing no was present to speak, was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. City Council Minutes Review
City Council Meeting Minutes Dated October 7th, 2024
Recommended Action(sJ:
a. Approve the October 7th, 2024, regular Council meeting minutes 6RIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: Regular Meeting of 10-21-24 Page 1 of 6
2. Power Content Label
Review of the 2023 Power Source Disclosure Content Label Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve 2024-R-039: A Resolution of The City Council of The City of Gridley Approving the Attestation of Veracity of the 2023 Power Source Disclosure Report, the 2023 Power Content Label and Submission of The Report to The California Energy Commission
ROLL CALL
Motion: Johnson
Second: Roberts
Action: to approve the consent agenda as presented.
Ayes: Roberts, Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Noes: None
Absent: Sanchez
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 4-0
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
3. Fire Department Grant Cost Share
Council consideration of participation in the Cal Fire 2024 Volunteer Fire Capacity Grant Program for the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment for Volunteer Firefighters Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve Resolution 2024-R-040: Authorizing the City of Gridley Fire Department to accept the Volunteer Fire Capacity Grant
b. Approve the City's cost share, with an amount not to exceed $4,878 City Administrator Arteaga requested for the approval of Resolution 2024-R-040 authorizing the Cíty of Gridley Fire Department to accept the Volunteer Fire Capacity Grant as they have done in years prior.
ROLL CALL
Motion: Johnson
Second: Calderon
Actíon: to approve the participation in the Cal Fire 2024 Volunteer Fire Capacity Grant and approve the cost share not to exceed $4,878
GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: Regular Meeting of 10-21-24 Page 2 of 6 Ayes: Roberts, Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Noes: None
Absent: Sanchez
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 4-0
4. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Review and Adoption of the 2024 Butte County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to help reduce long-term risks to people, property and other community assets from future hazards and natural disasters
Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve 2024-R-041: A Resolution of the City of Gridley Adopting the 2024 Butte County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Administrator Arteaga requested approval of Resolution 2024-R-041 adopting the 2024 draft Butte County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and informed Council that City staff has been working with Butte County in multiple workshops wíth nearby jurisdictions to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan in the hopes to reduce or eliminate long term risks to people or critical infrastructure within our communities from local disasters. Additionally, adopting the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan would allow for the City to apply for FEMA funding, should it be necessary.
ROLL CALL
Motion: Roberts
Second: Calderon
Action: to approve Resolution 2024-R-041 adopting the 2024 Butte County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Ayes: Roberts, Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Noes: None
Absent: Sanchez
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 4-0
5. Task Order for Construction Management
Review of the task order that authorizes 4Leaf, Inc. to provide construction inspection services on behalf of the City, in coordination with Gridley Public Works and Caltrans, as needed for the State Route 99 Waterline Relocation Project Recommended Action(s):
a. Authorize City Administrator to execute a task order with 4Leaf, Inc. in the amount of $113,867 and a budget of $125,000
GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: Regular Meeting of 10-21-24 Page 3 of 6 City Engineer Dave Harden gave a brief overview of the project and respectfully recommend that the City Council authorize the City Administrator to execute a Task Order with 4Leaf, Inc. in the amount of $113,867 with a 10% contingency bringing the total to $125,000. Task Order CM-01 for Construction Management Services will include construction management, inspection services and materials testing for SR-99 Waterline Relocation Project. The contract is based on Time and Material rates and is subject to change based on actual time of construction.
Engineer Harden informed the Council of a conflict with PG&E regarding the relocation of a gas pipeline, as PG&E intends to place their pipeline in the same location proposed for the City's waterline. The City of Gridley will stake the exact location of the proposed waterline and coordinate with all relevant entities to resolve the conflict and ensure proper alignment moving forward.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated he believed that any charges expected to exceed the $125,000 should come before Council for further approval.
ROLL CALL
Motion: Johnson
Second: Roberts
Action: authorize City Administrator to execute the task order with 4Leaf, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $125,000
Ayes: Roberts, Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Noes: None
Absent: Sanchez
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 4-0
6. Cash Investment Policy
Council to review and consider the adoption of the City Cash Investment Policy Recommended Action(sJ:
a. Review and adopt the City of Gridley Cash Investment Policy City Administrator Arteaga presented the Cash Investment Policy, developed in collaboration with Meeder Investment Group. This policy will guide the management of city funds for investments to ensure compliance and proper handling. Arteaga noted that the City's auditor reviewed the policy Arteaga further explained that adopting the policy is expected to result in increased investment income, depending on market conditions and strategic investment decisions. The Council was also reminded that monthly reports on investment performance would be provided for their review.
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ROLL CALL
Motion: Roberts
Second: Johnson
Action: approve the City of Gridley Cash Investment Policy Ayes: Roberts, Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Noes: None
Absent: Sanchez
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 4-0
7. Compensation Agreements
Council to review the Taxing Agency Compensation Agreements for the former Redevelopment Agency Property Sales for the lots at the Industrial Park Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve the attached "form of" templates of Taxing Agency Compensation Agreements
b. Authorize City Staff to negotiate with taxing agencies that receive a share of sale proceeds from former City of Gridley Redevelopment Agency property sales based on the terms in the agreements
City Administrator Arteaga presented the compensation agreement templates designed to facilitate the divestment of lots within the Industrial Park. She outlined the necessary steps for the City of Gridley to negotiate with taxing agencies regarding their share of proceeds from the sale of these lots. Arteaga requested Council approval of the templates to initiate the negotiation process.
Arteaga also informed the Council that Parcel 8, currently in escrow, will be the first lot subject to negotiation under this process.
ROLL CALL
Motion: Roberts
Second: Calderon
Action: approve the compensation agreement templates and authorize City staff to negotiate with taxing agencies that receive a share of sale proceeds
Ayes: Roberts, Farr, Johnson, Calderon
Noes: None
Absent: Sanchez
Abstain: None
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilmember Calderon reported on his meeting with the Rotary Club regarding the Sister City Agreement with Comala, Colima, MX. He also expressed gratitude for the students in the community who have approached him to write a report about him as someone who has made an impact in the community.
Vice Mayor Johnson reported on his attendance at the Butte County Flood Control Agency and the Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control meeting.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT S
City Administrator Arteaga reported on her attendance at the League of Ca Cities Annual Conference.
DEPARTMENT UPDATE REPORTS
Ross Pippitt reported on the success of the Free Garbage Day on 10/12/24.
POTENTIAL FUTURE CITY COUNCIL ITEMS - (Appearing on the Agenda within 30 days):
Procurement Policy 11/4/2024
Travel Policy 11/4/2024
Energy Efficiency Contract Review 11/4/2024
CLOSED SESSION -None
ADJOURNMENT
With no other items left to discuss, Mayor Farr adjourned to the next regular meeting on November 4th, 2024.
Elis Arteaga, City Clerk
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