CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HOLLISTER
Minutes of Regular Meeting
August 15, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Velazquez called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Council Members Resendiz and Morales and the Mayor were present. Council Members Perez and Burns were absent and arrived after the closed session at 5:10 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., respectively.
CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 P.M.
City Attorney Thompson announced the closed session topics.
Public Comment (limited to any item listed on the Closed Session agenda)
There were no public comments.
Closed Session will be held by the City Council of the City of Hollister to discuss the following matters:
It was moved by Council Member Resendiz and seconded by Council Member Morales to move to closed session. The motion carried by a vote of 3-0-2, with Council Members Perez and Burns absent.
Council recessed at 5:15 PM.
1 . Government Code section 54957 Public Employee Appointment/Employment Title: Assistant City Manager
2. Consultation of Public Employment G.C. section 54957 (b) (1) (2) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Title: City Manager
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The City Council reconvened at 6:34 p.m.
Council Member Resendiz led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Ignacio Velazquez on August, 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023.
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Ignacio Velazquez Mayor Present
Rick Perez District 1 Present
Rolan Resendiz District 2 Present '
Dolores Morales District 3 Present ;%
Tim Burns District 4 Present
Jennifer Thompson City Attorney Present
Bonnie Gawf Interim City Clerk Present
Eric Olson Lieutenant Present
Brett Miller City Manager Present
VERIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING
The Agenda for the City Council of the City of Hollister regular meeting of August 2022 was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall on August 12, 2022 at 3:00 PM per Government Code Section 54956.0.
CLOSED SESSION - REPORT OUT
City Attorney Thompson said that there was no action to report.
PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
1. Proclamation - John Kouretas Congratulations on 42 years of Business Mayor Velazquez presented a proclamation to Mr. John Kouretes, who made brief comments and thanked the City of Hollister.
A. CONSENT ITEMS
All items listed under the Consent Resolution will be enacted in one motion authorizing the actions indicated for those items so designated.
There were no requests to speak on the consent items.
On a motion by Council Member Burns, seconded by Council Member Resendiz, the City Council passed the consent agenda items as recommended.
RESULT: Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Rolan Resendiz
AYES: Velazquez, Perez, Resendiz, Morales, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Consent items are numbers: Al, A2, A3, and A4.
1. City Council - Regular Meeting - Aug 1, 2022 6:30 PM
2. Resolution No. 2022-144 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF GRANT
AGREEMENT WITH U.S DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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3. Resolution No.2022-145 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN
APPLICATION,ACCEPTANCE OF AN ALLOCATION OF FUND,AND
EXECUTION OF A GRANT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION,FOR AN AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
MATCHING GRANT
4. Resolution No.2022-146 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister authorizing the street name change from Cesar Chavez Way to Avenida Cesar Chavez
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
No items were pulled from the consent agenda.
B. CITY OF HOLLISTER AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
None.
C. PUBLIC INPUT
Mayor Velazquez opened the floor for public input.
Mia Casey reviewed the SNIP contract for feral cat services, suggested that domestic cats be included in the contract,and urged Council to find funding for that purpose.
Gary Byrne, President and CEO of the Community Foundation, thanked the council for the 150 year celebration. He commented on the phenomenal job the artist did on the mural on the side of the theater. He referenced the City's contribution to the Food Bank saying that the Food Insecurity study for San Benito County is complete and is a great reflection on the community. He announced a related event on September 21 at 8:30 a.m.
D. PETITIONS,REMONSTRANCES AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. City Manager Report
No report.
2. Trainings and Conferences
No report.
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Ordinance No.1214 an Ordinance of the City of Hollister Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Hollister and Prezoning Specifically Described Real Properties(APN 020-460-035,020-460-036,and 020-120- 064)to the Low Density Residential Performance Overlay Zoning District _ Interim Planning Manager Kelly presented the staff report, noting that there was an issue with the public noticing for tonight's meeting. She recommended that the City Council continue the hearing to September 6,2022.
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Mayor Velazquez opened the public hearing, had no requests to speak, and closed the hearing.
On a motion by Council Member Burns and seconded by Council Member Morales, the City Council unanimously continued the item to September 6,2022.
RESULT: Tabled [Unanimous]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Velazquez,Perez,Resendiz,Morales,Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
F. INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
1. Resolution No.2022-147 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting a Memorandum of Understanding with the Economic Development Corporation
City Manager Miller presented the staff report and answered Council Members' questions. •
Council Members and the Mayor expressed confidence and optimism,while asking to be very clear on the performance measures before the contract is executed.
It was moved by Council Member Burns to approve the amended contract, reducing the termination clause to 90 days and including requirements for written quarterly reports and a six month in-person report. Council Member Morales seconded the motion,and it carried unanimously.
RESULT: Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Velazquez,Perez,Resendiz,Morales,Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
2. Resolution No.2022-148 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Employment Contract with David Mirrione as Assistant City Manager
City Manager Miller presented the staff report, and on request of Council, David Mirrione gave a brief presentation of his background.
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There were no requests from the public to speak.
On a motion by Council Member Burns, seconded by Council Member Morales, City Council unanimously approved the staff recommendation.
Interim City Clerk Gawf administered the Oath of Office.
RESULT: Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Velazquez, Perez, Resendiz, Morales, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
3. Ordinance No. 1215 an Ordinance of the City of Hollister Amending CHAPTER 2.08 Of The Hollister Municipal Code to Vest The City Manager With The Power To Appoint, Direct, Discipline, and Dismiss The City Clerk
City Manager Miller presented the staff report.
There were no requests from the public to speak.
On a motion by Council Member Burns, seconded by Council Member Morales, the City Council introduced Ordinance 1215 by a vote of 3-2, with Council Member Resendiz and Mayor Velazquez voting no.
RESULT: Adopted [3 to 2]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Perez, Morales, Burns
NOES: Velazquez, Resendiz
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
4. Resolution No. 2022-149 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister accepting the bid from Doolittle Construction, LLC and waiving the minor irregularity, award a contract to Doolittle Construction, LLC in the amount of $952,021.60, approve a supplemental appropriation and authorize the execution of a contract and change orders for the 2022 Citywide Slurry Seal Project, CIP C2204
Capital Improvement Projects Manager Perales presented the staff report and answered Council Members' questions. City Attorney Thompson explained the term "responsive" and how to make a determination regarding responsiveness.
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A motion by Council Member Resendiz and seconded by Mayor Velazquez to adopt the resolution awarding the contract to the lowest bidder failed by a vote of 2-3, with Council Members Morales, Perez and Burns voting no.
Council Member Burns moved to amend the resolution to award the contract to the second lowest bidder, Council Member Morales seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: Adopted as Amended [Unanimous]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Velazquez, Perez, Resendiz, Morales, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
5. Resolution No. 2022-150 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister rejecting the bid from Power Design Electric as non- responsive, award a contract to the lowest responsive bidder, St.
Francis Electric, LLC in the amount of$176,000, approve a supplemental appropriation and authorize the execution of a contract and change orders for the 6th Street Lighting Improvement Project, CIP C2203.
CIP Manager Perales presented the staff report, and she and City Engineer Falgout answered Council Members' questions.
Mayor Velazquez stated that over $20,000 per light was extreme, and Council Member Resendiz agreed, suggesting that the City go out to bid again.
Council Member Burns moved, and Council Member Morales seconded, to award the 6th Street Lighting Improvement contract as recommended by staff. The motion carried on a vote of 3-2, with Council Member Resendiz and Mayor Velazquez voting no.
RESULT: Adopted [3 to 2]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Perez, Morales, Burns
NOES: Velazquez, Resendiz
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
G. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL, OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES •,
1. Reports from City Council Members regarding Committees on which they serve
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Council Member Morales said she is looking forward to the rescheduling the business meeting with the Hollister Police and Fire Departments in attendance.
Mayor Velazquez reported on his meeting with COG,saying that the biggest topic is VMT, vehicle miles traveled, and the state's efforts to discourage sprawl. He said that he is excited about the potential for jobs at the airport,where new development potentially would reduce VMT.The Mayor reported that construction should begin on Highway 156 in early September.
2. Informational Reports from City Council,City Manager,City Attorney, City Clerk and Staff
Council Member Burns apologized for missing the closed session. He voiced concerns regarding the social media posting on the SNIP, and he asked for a comprehensive report on the issue at the beginning of a City Council Meeting. He noted that San Benito County contributes only $30,000 to the program, and San Juan Bautista contributes nothing. He said that the PD Annual Report is great,and he would like to see other departments produce similar annual reports during the first quarter.He asked about the DUI statistics and voiced concerns about the number of •
arrests and crashes. He asked for Council consensus to fly the UFW flag between August 19 and 29, 2022.Council Member Burns asked for an update from the PD regarding placing cameras at the skate park and Veterans Memorial Park. He asked for an update regarding removing the fence at Klauer Park. He said that he is pleased with Las Brisas Park, as it is green and lush and said that parks are an indicator of the health of neighborhoods. He suggested that the city hold a special meeting on August 27,2022 at 9:00 a.m.to discuss the City Manager's contract.He ,.., asked for a status report on the vacant parcel on Sunny Slope.Mr.Burns stated that he saw a lot of good engagement by Police, Fire, and Code Enforcement on fireworks.He said that he would like to increase fines,but we can't since Hollister is a General Law city, and he would like to talk about becoming a Charter City. He asked for an update on where the City stands with technology platforms. He congratulated City Manager Miller on finding such a great candidate for Assistant City Manager. He asked for an update on several recruitments. He suggested an update to the ordinance regarding the number of chickens a parcel can have. He • gave a shout out to Youth Alliance.
Council Member Resendiz said that the SNIP is a vital service,but the County has never invested in it. He voiced concerns regarding personal attacks during elections regarding SNIP and suggested looking at a JPA or other actions to fund the program.
He said our citizens, our staff, and partner organizations came together for a great 150-year celebration, especially Interim Parks and Recreation Director Garza. He asked for an update on the parklets and asked where are we with the General Plan update.He noted that school starts this week,and he wished everyone a happy back to school.
Council Member Perez asked about sidewalks, and asked when the developers would bring their preliminary build proposals to the Council.City Manager Miller said that would happen as developers come forward. Council Member Perez acknowledged the work on the 150-year celebration, saying that it was an historic event and thanking Senior Support Services Assistant Caceres for her work.He said that it was nice to see the community come together and said thank you to city staff and residents.
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Council Member Morales thanked City staff, partner organizations, the community, and volunteers for the 150-year celebration. Regarding code enforcement, she asked about the food truck, noise, shopping cart, and other ordinances and when they would come back. She said she would like to look at these issues from a policy perspective, and asked for a time certain. Ms. Morales agreed to scheduling a special meeting on August 27 at nine o'clock. She said maybe the SNIP services need to address other animals, and asked to review the current contract and program development with the oversight agency. She asked to complete a discussion on Council budget priorities, goals, and a midyear review to get community input with a timeline.
Mayor Velasquez said that there was a vote in closed session to table the City Manager performance review to the next regular meeting on September 6. He said it's disappointing that a partner criticized the City Council regarding SNIP, because the city has not stopped funding the program, noting that through the partnership the number of cats being euthanized has gone down considerably. He said that several local groups and veterinarians are ready to provide services. He stated that Irma Gonzalez and Elia Salinas lost their frivolous lawsuit and owe the City $27,000. He asked if they have paid, and City Manager Miller said they have not. The Mayor said that TJ Maxx is opening soon, and he is looking forward to the ribbon cutting.
City Manager Miller stated that he had received the Council consensus for flying the UFW flag, and a consensus to bring back a "per wick" fireworks fine. He reported that Accela has a scheduled presentation, and Information Services and Technology Director Da Silva confirmed that Accela and Clarity have scheduled a detailed demo on Tuesday August 30. He estimated that a staff recommendation to the City Council would be ready at the 1st meeting in October. Mr. Miller said that staff will work on a low cost spay and neuter program. He asked the Council to email a list of sidewalks, saying that staff would work on those. He received consensus from the Council to hold a joint meeting with the Planning Commission on Thursday, September 1 at 6:00 p.m. The City Manager thanked Public Works and other staff for the 150-year celebration. He reported that the parklets have increased sales tax, and he thanked everybody for spending time downtown.
City Attorney Thompson and Police Lieutenant Olson had no report.
Interim City Clerk Gawf reported that a total of eight candidates have filed papers to run for the Mayor and City Council Member seats at the election on November 8.
She said that the nomination period for Treasurer has been extended to Wednesday, August 17, 2022 because the incumbent, nor anyone else, filed nomination papers for that seat.
H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. City Council Requests of City Staff
City Manager Miller presented the report.
Council Member Resendiz stepped away from the dais and out of the Chamber at 7:58 p.m.
I. NEW BUSINESS
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J. MISCELLANEOUS
K. CITY OF HOLLISTER AS THE SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
1. a Resolution of the City of Hollister as the Successor Housing Agency of the Redevelopment Agency Approving An Agreement with Hollister Investment Group IV to Continue Rental Assistance for Senior Housing and a Supplemental Appropriation Not to Exceed $250,000 Housing Programs Coordinator Saqqa presented the staff report.
A motion by Council Member Burns to adopt the Resolution was seconded by Council Member Morales and passed on a vote of 4-0-1, with Council Member Resendiz absent.
RESULT: Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION: Tim Burns
SECOND: Dolores Morales
AYES: Velazquez, Perez, Morales, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Resendiz
L. ADJOURNMENT
A motion by Council Member Burns to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. was seconded by Council Member Perez and carried by a vote of 4-0-1 , with Council Member Resendiz absent.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Gawf, CMC
Interim City Clerk
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