MINUTES OF
REGULAR MEETING
September 20, 2022
CALL TO ORDER - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Nagy called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. and conducted the pledge of allegiance.
Administrative Services Director Correa advised that the Capital Improvement Projects Update would be rescheduled for the October 4, 2022 regular council meeting. She further advised that there was no need to conduct the closed session item.
ROLL CALL
Council Members: Bonta - Brazil - Ford - Alexander - Mayor Nagy Staff present: Interim City Manager Brad Kilger, City Attorney Ann Siprelle (arrived at 6:33 P.M.), Public Works Director Jesus Chavez, Recreation Manager Tiffany Vitorino, Economic & Community Development Director Jami Westervelt, Police Chief Ruben Chavez, Fire Chief Pat Borrelli and Administrative Services Director Melanie Correa
PRESENTATIONS
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be approved by one action of the City Council, unless any member of the City Council wishes to remove an item for separate consideration.
Are there any items on the consent calendar that any member of the public would like to comment on?
2. Minutes of the September 6, 2022 Regular Meeting
Recommendation: Review and approve
3. Warrants
Recommendation: Review and approve
4. Treasurer’s Report – August 2022
Recommendation: Review and file
5. Approve Waste Water Treatment Plant OIT Classification and Job Description Recommendation: Review and approve
6. Approve Gustine Employee Salary Schedule
Recommendation: Review and approve
7. Authorize Interim City Manager to Enter into Contract for CalVIP Grant Consulting Services
Recommendation: Review and authorize
8. Approve Adoption and Waive Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Gustine Municipal Code Sections to Incorporate California Code of Regulations Title 24-2022 Edition of California Building Standards Code Recommendation: Approve adoption and waive second reading Mayor Nagy introduced the consent calendar.
There was no public comment.
Council member Bonta requested to pull consent calendar item #2 for separate consideration.
Council member Bonta made a motion to approve the consent calendar, excluding consent calendar item #2.
The motion was seconded by Council member Ford and carried 5-0.
Mayor Nagy re-introduced consent calendar item #2.
There was no public comment.
Council member Bonta advised of his abstention from the consent calendar item #2 due to his absence at that meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Alexander made a motion to approve consent calendar item #2.
The motion was seconded by Council member Ford and carried 4-0, with Council member Bonta abstaining.
City Attorney Siprelle arrived at the meeting at 6:33 P.M.
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
9. Consider Authorizing Use of User Utility Tax Funds for Exterior Paint and Front Door Upgrade Expenditures at Goman Community Center
1. Receive Staff Report
2. Receive Public Comment
3. Close the public hearing
4. Consider a motion to authorize the use of user utility tax (UUT) funds for exterior paint and front door upgrade expenditures at Goman Community Center, and authorize the Interim City Manager to enter into contract for both projects Recreation Manager Vitorino presented the staff report.
Craig Christenson, 657 West Avenue, commented on the doors being overdue for repair.
Council member Bonta inquired on the variance between bid amounts, to which Recreation Manager Vitorino confirmed the same requirement list was given to all bidders.
Interim City Manager Kilger advised that the successful contractor would be required to complete all items listed in the scope of the contract.
Council member Ford inquired on the deterioration of the outside light fixture on the front of the building, to which Recreation Manager Vitorino advised she would check the pricing for a replacement.
Council member Brazil made a motion to authorize the use of User Utility Tax funds for exterior paint and front door upgrade expenditures at Goman Community Center, and authorized the Interim City Manager to enter into contract for both projects.
CITY DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Recreation Manager Vitorino updated on the success of the Our Lady of Miracles Festa celebration, Homecoming Parade, and Rotary Flea Market. She also updated on the Fishing Day event. She advised she is still accepting donations for Fishing Day. She also advised Halloween Trunk or Treat preparations have begun. She informed Council of the Christmas in the Park theme which is “The Magic of Christmas,” with a special show from a magician. She also informed Council of an upcoming California Parks and Recreation Society meeting she will be attending.
Police Chief Chavez reported on the success of the Our Lady of Miracles Festa celebration. He informed Council that several officers and Reserves will be heading to Pebble Beach to assist in directing traffic for a golf event. He advised of a tragic incident that occurred on the 1600 block of Fentem Road.
Council member Brazil inquired on the status of code enforcement at 186 6th Avenue, to which Police Chief Chavez advised that communication has been sent.
Mayor Pro Tem Alexander commented on a truck parked on the side of Hwy 33, to which Police Chief Chavez advised he would look into it.
Fire Chief Borrelli advised of recent hydrant testing to evaluate the ISO rating. He informed Council the report is forthcoming. Lastly, he advised that the fire engine will be headed to Livingston on October 1st for the 100th Annual Sweet Potato Festival.
Public Works Director Chavez updated on the soil removal project. He advised that hydrant flushing will start Monday, September 26th. He also advised of a recent meeting he attended with Merced County in regards to repairs to Carnation Road. He updated on the planting of trees on Second Avenue. He advised the emergency pump for North Avenue lift station will be installed tomorrow.
Council member Brazil inquired on discolored water calls, to which Public Works Director Chavez advised he had received one call in regards to brown water.
Mayor Pro Tem Alexander inquired on when the memorial trees would be reinstalled at Schmidt Park, to which Public Works Director Chavez advised they are on the to do list.
Public Works Director Chavez updated on the chlorine testing that was completed on the City water. He informed Council that he does not believe the City water is the issue for bleached clothes.
Mayor Nagy inquired planting trees within Jamero Park, to which Public Works Director Chavez advised he would double check he trees on his list.
Economic & Community Development Director Westervelt advised the Building Department is working though activity on the three properties damaged by fire on Second Street and Third Avenue. She also advised 403 3rd Avenue has officially sold and a restaurant will be coming to the location. She updated on her meeting with MidValley Disposal to offer relief to commercial owners. She also updated on her meeting with Mike and Rick Rasmussen. She advised of a change request from Family Dollar on the storm drain. She informed Council the City received the ACIP funds for the Airport layout.
Council member Bonta inquired on Family Dollar sidewalk installation, to which Economic & Community Development Director Westervelt confirmed a sidewalk will be installed.
Administrative Services Director Correa presented on behalf of the Finance Department. She advised the FY 21/22 audit work has officially begun. She took a moment to acknowledge the Finance Department employees for all of their hard work.
Administrative Services Director Correa reminded Council of the City/County Relations Dinner hosted by the City of Livingston on October 6th at Foster Farms. She advised she will be reaching out to the Municode Review Ad Hoc Committee to schedule a meeting for October. She also advised of the City Council special meeting on October 12th at 6 P.M. to host Mid-Valley Disposal and Jennifer Halpin. She informed Council of the availability of Bye Bye Mattress, mattress disposal, for California residents. She reminded Council of the mandatory AB 1825/1343 training on October 6th from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. at the Goman Community Center, followed by the Employee Appreciation Luncheon.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Kilger informed Council that CalRecycle changed their waiver form and reported that the City has re-filed the waiver. He also advised he will be speaking to 4th grade students on Tuesday September 27th in regards to local government.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Council member Bonta thanked City Hall for the birthday card.
Council member Ford advised that he had nothing to report.
Council member Brazil advised that he had nothing to report.
Mayor Pro Tem Alexander updated on his attendance at the League of Cities Conference in Long Beach. He suggested Economic & Community Development Director Westervelt attend in the future.
Mayor Nagy suggested Administrative Services Director Correa attend the League of Cities Conference. He advised of a lot of pushback from local governments on SB1383.
He advised of an upcoming CalTrans project to replace and update curbs and sidewalks along South Avenue.
CLOSED SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nagy adjourned the meeting at 7:11 P.M.