CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HOLLISTER
Minutes of Special and Regular Meeting
June 5, 2023
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION NOTICE
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Casey called the special meeting of the City Council of the City of Hollister to order at 4.02 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION - 4:00 P.M.
Public Comment (limited to any item listed on the Closed Session agenda)
City Attorney Lerner read the closed session item titles.
Closed Session will be held by the City Council of the City of Hollister to discuss the following matters:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: (Interim City Manager David Mirrione and Administrative Services Director Casey Estorga)
Employee Organizations: Service Employees International Union, Local 521; Hollister Firefighters Union, Local 3395; Hollister Mid -Management Association; Hollister Peace Officer Association; and un-represented employees in classifications designated as Executive Management and Confidential
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Pulido v. City of Hollister, et al., San Benito County Superior Court Case No. CU-21-00033
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (2 potential cases) Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Resendiz seconded the motion to adjourn into closed session. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
The special meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Perez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Mia Casey on June, 5, 2023 at 6:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023.
Attendee Name Title
Mia Casey Mayor
Status , Arrived
Present
Rick Perez
District 1
Present
Rolan Resendiz
District 2
Present
Dolores Morales
District 3
Absent
Tim Burns
District 4
Present
Mary F. Lerner
City Attorney
Present
Jennifer Woodworth
City Clerk
Present
Carlos Reynoso
Police Chief
Present
David Mirrione
Gordon Machado
Acting City Manager
I City Treasurer
Present
Absent
VERIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING
City Clerk Woodworth reported the agenda for the City Council of the City of Hollister special and regular meeting of June 5, 2023 was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall on June 1, 2023 at 2:29 p.m. per Government Code Section 54954.2.
CLOSED SESSION - REPORT OUT
City Attorney Lerner stated no reportable action was taken in closed session.
PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
1. PROCLAMATION HONORING JENNY CULLUMBER AS THE AMERICAN MOTHERS, INC. 2023 CALIFORNIA MOTHER OF THE YEAR
Mayor Casey read and presented the proclamation to Jenny Cullumber.
2. PROCLAMATION CONGRATULATING HOLLISTER HIGH SCHOOL ON RECEIVING THE 2023 GREEN RIBBON SCHOOL AWARD
Mayor Casey read and presented the proclamation to representatives from Hollister High School.
3. PRESENTATION BY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF
SAN BENITO COUNTY
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Renee Wells, Executive Director for the Economic Development Corporation of San Benito County (EDC), provided a presentation describing the EDC's efforts over the last year and planned activities for the coming year. Ms. Wells requested continued support from the City, including negotiating for a five- year agreement with the EDC.
Councilmember Burns suggested Council defer funding commitments until the City's budget process is complete.
Councilmember Resendiz expressed concern regarding the ability of the EDC to meet the deliverables of the previous contract and suggested hiring City staff to fulfill the role of promoting economic development in the community.
Ms. Wells stated the lack of power at the airport has made it difficult to bring development opportunities to the area.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 7:02 p.m.
There were no speakers for the item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 7:02 p.m.
Mayor Casey spoke in support of various ways to promote economic development in the community and in support of the work the EDC does.
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to include discussion of potential funding for the EDC as part of the upcoming budget process.
4. PRESENTATION BY HOLLISTER DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION
Omar Rosa, Chief Executive Officer for the Hollister Downtown Association (HDA), provided a presentation describing the HDA's activities and events organized over the last year and planned activities for the coming year. Mr.
Rosa requested continued support from the City, including negotiating a three- to five-year agreement with the HDA to organize, promote, and hold events in the Hollister Downtown area.
Councilmember Burns requested the HDA gather data on the financial impact their events bring to the City and supported the HDA partnering with the EDC and Chamber of Commerce.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 7:30 p.m.
There were no speakers for the item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 7:30 p.m.
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By consensus, the City Council directed staff to include discussion of potential funding for the HDA as part of the upcoming budget process.
5. PRESENTATION BY SAN BENITO COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Michelle Leonard, President/CEO of the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber), provided a presentation describing the Chamber's role in promoting San Benito County and tourism and businesses in the County.
Ms. Leonard stated the Chamber is not requesting to renew the Memorandum of Understanding with the City or requesting additional funding.
Councilmember Burns requested the Chamber gather data on the potential financial impact their events have on the City.
Mayor Casey suggested compiling information regarding the potential economic impact of visitors to Pinnacles National Park and Hollister Hills and suggested advertising to encourage tourists to visit Hollister.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:04 p.m.
There were no speakers for the item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:04 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz expressed concerns regarding potential political involvement by the Chamber.
A. CONSENT ITEMS
All items listed under the consent agenda will be enacted in one motion authorizing the actions indicated for those items so designated.
Councilmember Burns pulled Item A6, A7, A8, A18, and A19 from the consent agenda.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:08 p.m.
There were no speakers for the consent agenda items.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:08 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to approve the consent agenda items, except for items A6, A7, A8, A18, and A19. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
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RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rolan Resendiz
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
Consent items are numbers Al - A23.
1. City Council - Regular Meeting - May 15, 2023 6:30 PM
2. WARRANT REGISTER - JUNE 5, 2023 - AP
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-90 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURES
OF PORTIONS OF SAN BENITO STREET, MONTEREY STREET,
HAYDON STREET, AND FIFTH STREET FOR THE SADDLE HORSE
SHOW PARADE
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-91 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURES
OF VARIOUS STREETS FOR THE ANNUAL PARKS AND RECREATION
5K FUN RUN TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-92 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING A TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF
SAN BENITO STREET FROM 6TH STREET TO HAYDON STREET AND
HAYDON STREET TO MONTEREY STREET FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M. FOR THE ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY KIDDIE PARADE TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 4, 2023
6. Item A6 was moved to Items Pulled from the Consent Agenda
7. Item A7 was moved to Items Pulled from the Consent Agenda
8. Item A8 was moved to Items Pulled from the Consent Agenda
9. COLLECTIVE PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT LETTER FOR THE
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC RESILIENCE FUND: UPLIFT CENTRAL COAST
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE LETTER OF SUPPORT, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT THE LETTER TO THE
UPLIFT CENTRAL COAST COALITION
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-93 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ACCEPTING THE WORK BY K.J. WOODS, INC. FOR HILLCREST ROAD STORM AND SEWER IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT, CIP C2202, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE A
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
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11. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-94 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ACCEPTING THE IMPROVEMENTS IN THE
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AND OTHER AREAS DESIGNATED FOR
PUBLIC USE WITHIN THE WEST OF FAIRVIEW SUBDIVISION, PHASE 1 B; ACCEPTING THE OFFERS OF DEDICATION SHOWN IN THE FINAL MAP FOR, OR SEPARATELY RECORDED AGAINST, THE PROPERTY;
AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE A NOTICE OF
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12. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-95 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AUTHORIZING THE CALL FOR STATEMENT
OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL AND
ENGINEERING SERVICES
13. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-96 A RESOLUTION OF THE FIRE AGENCIES
SELF INSURANCE SYSTEM (FASIS) AND CITY OF HOLLISTER
AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN AND APPROVING THE AMENDED
AND RESTATED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE
FIRE RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
(J PA)
14. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-97 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER DECLARING IDENTIFYING CITY OWNED
PROPERTY AS SURPLUS OR OBSOLETE AND AUTHORIZING STAFF
TO DISPOSE OF PROPERTY ACCORDINGLY
15. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-98 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ACCEPTING $86,697.60 FROM UNET
COUNCIL AND PROVIDE 9.75% (8,453.00) TO THE COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION FOR SAN BENITO COUNTY FOR THE HOLLISTER
POLICE FOUNDATION
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-99 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AUTHORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN BENITO FOR THE
PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION (PLHA) GRANT TO
SUPPORT OPERATIONAL EXPENSES OF THE H.O.M.E RESOURCE
CENTER
17. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-100 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 1119:I4191111WK610: If] g4E1'114:7_l1j9:Is] NPA1►[H_\►yi14LTA Is] :7_1►IIII] JiEel 9
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AND EMMAUS
HOUSE FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION (PLHA)
GRANT TO SUPPORT THE EXPENSE FOR AN ON -SITE CASE
MANAGER
18. Item Al was moved to Items Pulled from the Consent Agenda
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20. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-103 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING AN APPROPRIATION OF $90,000
AND AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
PECKHAM & MCKENNEY EXECUTIVE SEARCH TO CONDUCT
RECRUITMENTS FOR UP TO FOUR POSITIONS
21. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-104 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER RESCINDING THE DECLARATION OF WATER
SHORTAGE EMERGENCY
22. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING A CONTRACT AGREEMENT
WITH THE GIANTS COMMUNITY FUND FOR A FIELD RENOVATION AT
VISTA PARK HILL AND DELEGATES AUTHORITY TO THE CITY
MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
23. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-106 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOLLISTER, THE
CITY OF SAN JUAN BAUTISTA AND SAN BENITO POLICE ACTIVITIES
LEAGUE FOR THE USE OF ABBE PARK BALL FIELD IN SAN JUAN
BAUTISTA
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
24. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - FILED BY AMY YANCEY (Item A6) Councilmember Burns requested information regarding claims be presented to the Council in closed session.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:15 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:15 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to deny the claim by Amy Yancey. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rolan Resendiz
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
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25. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - FILED BY TRINDEL INSURANCE FUND ASO COUNTY OF SAN BENITO (Item A7)
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:16 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:16 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to deny the claim by Yolanda Beltran. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rolan Resendiz
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
26. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY - FILED BY IDANIA AVINA (Item A8) Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:16 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:16 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to deny the claim by Idania Avina. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rolan Resendiz
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
27. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-101 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER NAMING A CITY PARK THE "CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY PARK" (Item A18)
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Councilmember Burns requested and received a staff presentation on the item.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:17 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:17 p.m.
Councilmember Burns moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-101. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Tim Burns
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
28. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-102 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR DOWNTOWN
TREE LIGHTING SERVICES TO THE CHRISTMAS LIGHT GUY CO. (Item A19)
Councilmember Burns requested and received a staff presentation on the item.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:21 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:21 p.m.
Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Resendiz seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-102. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
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RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rick Perez
SECOND:
Rolan Resendiz
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
B. CITY OF HOLLISTER AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
No items.
C. PUBLIC INPUT
No public comments.
D. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. City Manager Report
No report.
2. Trainings and Conferences
Information & Technology Director Paul DaSilva provided a report on a recent conference he attended regarding the Tyler Systems software, which is used by the City, including potential security updates.
1. ORDINANCE NO. 1235 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2023-5 TO AMEND
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE TO REPEAL CHAPTER
17.22.235 - MOBILE FOOD AND REPLACE IT WITH A NEW CHAPTER
10.50, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 17 TO ADDRESS ZONING DISTRICTS
WHERE MOBILE FOOD VENDING IS PERMITTED
Development Services Director Christy Hopper provided the staff report outlining the current and proposed regulations for mobile food vending in the City of Hollister. Ms. Hopper reported on Planning Commission review and support of the draft ordinance and public outreach meetings and discussion.
Councilmember Resendiz suggesting lengthening the one -hour short term permit to two hours.
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Councilmember Burns suggested appeals of staff decisions should be referred to the administrative hearing officer and not to the Planning Commission and/or City Council.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 8:56 p.m.
Peter Lago supported allowing the mobile vendors to be in place for four hours. Mr. Lago spoke regarding the need for infrastructure and suggested a dedicated area of the City for mobile food vendors, such as the old KFC location. Mr. Lago suggested increasing the encroachment fee.
Joe Elmhurst supported the draft ordinance and thanked staff for working with the mobile food vendors to develop the draft ordinance. Mr. Elmhurst supported lengthening the short term allowance.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 9:01 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz suggested allowing food trucks anywhere in the City for up to four hours.
Councilmember Burns suggested the short term permit be for one hour and fifty-nine minutes, suggested the mobile food vendors may want to create an association, and supported creation of a permanent location for mobile food vendors to operate.
Councilmember Burns moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to introduce ordinance 1235 with the change to increase the time for the short term permit to one hour and fifty-nine minutes and schedule a second reading for June 20, 2023. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
First Reading [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Tim Burns
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
The Council recessed at 9:11 p.m. and reconvened at 9:23 p.m. with Councilmembers Burns, Resendiz, and Perez, and Mayor Casey present.
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2. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-107 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING THE FINDING THAT PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY WILL BE SERVED BY THE ISSUANCE OF A TYPE-21 OFF -SALE GENERAL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL LICENSE TO AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF BEER, WINE, AND
DISTILLED SPIRITS FOR OFF -SITE CONSUMPTION AT THE EXISTING HOLLISTER SUPER GROCERY STORE LOCATED AT 1280 FOURTH
STREET (ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 052-090-051)
Interim Planning Manager Eva Kelly provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 9:28 p.m.
Hang Yoon, owner of the Westside Liquor store, opposed approval of a conditional use permit for Hollister Super, Inc. due to the high number of liquor licenses already issued in the area. Mr. Yoon stated issuing the conditional use permit to Hollister Super, Inc. will have a negative impact on his smaller store.
Chang So, owner of the Hollister Super markets, supported the recommendation to issue a conditional use permit to Hollister Super, Inc. Mr.
So stated his customers have requested the store sell more items, and the store has been updated to comply with the recommendations from the Planning Commission.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 9:36 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz expressed concerns but stated his support for the recommendation due to the Council's previous approval of similar permits for other retailers and for the convenience to customers.
Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Resendiz seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-107. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rick Perez
SECOND:
Rolan Resendiz
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
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3. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
2022-6 TO ALLOW FOR THE OFF -SITE SALES OF ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES AT THE EXISTING HOLLISTER SUPER GROCERY STORE LOCATED AT 1280 FOURTH STREET (APN 052-090-051)
Interim Planning Manager Eva Kelly provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 9:42 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 9.42 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-108. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rolan Resendiz
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-109 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER CONFIRMING AND APPROVING THE
BOUNDARY DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENTS, AND ORDERING THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS OF LANDSCAPE AND
LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 93-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
City Engineer Glen March provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 9:44 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 9:44 p.m.
Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Resendiz seconded the motion to adopt resolution 2023-109. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
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RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rick Perez
SECOND:
Rolan Resendiz
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
5. ORDINANCE NO. 1234 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AMENDING SECTION 2.04.320 OF CHAPTER 2.04 OF THE CITY OF
HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CITY COUNCIL SALARY City Attorney Lerner provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 9.47 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 9:47 p.m.
Councilmember Burns commented regarding the benefits received by the Council.
Mayor Casey stated the increase to Council salary will allow those with fiscal constraints to be able to serve on the City Council.
Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Burns seconded the motion to adopt Ordinance 1234. Motion carried 3-1-0 (Councilmember Resendiz opposed; Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [3 to 1]
MOTION:
Rick Perez
SECOND:
Tim Burns
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Burns
NOES:
Resendiz
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
F. INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-110 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF AN
AGREEMENT FOR HEARING OFFICER SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY
OF HOLLISTER AND JEFFREY MILLER
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Police Chief Reynoso provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 9:57 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 9:57 p.m.
Councilmember Burns stated he does not support the recommendation because he prefers the role be performed by an attorney, because Mr. Miller is a former City employee, and because Mr. Miller lives out of state.
Councilmember Resendiz stated he shares Councilmember Burns's concerns.
Councilmember Perez suggested entering into a one-year contract since an administrative hearing officer is needed.
Councilmember Perez moved, and Mayor Casey seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-110. Motion failed 2-2-0 (Councilmember Resendiz and Burns opposed; Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Defeated [2 to 2]
MOTION:
Rick Perez
SECOND:
Mia Casey
AYES:
Casey, Perez
NOES:
Resendiz, Burns
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
By consensus, the City Council agreed to continue meeting past 10.00 PM.
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-111 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ADOPTING THE UNIFORM PUBLIC
CONSTRUCTION COST ACCOUNTING ACT (PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE, §§ 22000 ET SEQ.)
City Attorney Lerner provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 10:07 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 10:07 p.m.
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Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Resendiz seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-111. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [Unanimous]
MOTION:
Rick Perez
SECOND:
Rolan Resendiz
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Resendiz, Burns
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-112 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ADOPTING A COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY
FUNDS POLICY
Interim City Manager David Mirrone provided the staff report and introduced Matt Pressy with Regional Government Services, who helped draft the draft policy.
Mr. Pressy reviewed the elements of the draft policy.
Councilmember Burns requested and received information regarding the past practice regarding discretionary funds.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 10:19 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 10:19 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz opposed the draft policy and opposed creation of a discretionary fund due to concerns regarding the economy.
Councilmember Burns moved, and Councilmember Perez seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-112. Motion carried 3-1-0 (Councilmember Resendiz opposed; Councilmember Morales absent).
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RESULT:
Adopted [3 to 1]
MOTION:
Tim Burns
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Burns
NOES:
Resendiz
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-113 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ADOPTING A CITY COUNCIL TRAVEL POLICY Interim City Manager Mirrone provided the staff report and introduced Matt Pressy with Regional Government Services, who helped draft the draft policy.
Mr. Pressy reviewed the elements of the draft policy.
Councilmember Resendiz inquired if the policy would be applied retroactively.
City Attorney Lerner stated the draft policy would not be applied retroactively.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 10:31 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 10:31 p.m.
Councilmember Burns suggested an additional optional consequence if a member of Council's budget was overspent - the travel allocation for the following year would be reduced by the same amount as the overage.
Additionally, if the full allocation is not spent by a member of Council, then the remaining amount may be rolled over to the following fiscal year or may be used for the community, such as be added to a discretionary fund.
Councilmember Resendiz stated the amount overspent by current members of Council should be repaid by those who overspent their travel budget.
Mayor Casey spoke in support of the draft policy and stated additional onboarding of new members of Council is needed to better educate them regarding City policies. Mayor Casey stated she was encouraged to attend the United States Conference of Mayors and the CalCities New Mayors and City Council Members Academy by the former City Manager.
Councilmember Resendiz requested Mayor Casey and Councilmember Morales repay overspent travel funds for the current fiscal year.
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Councilmember Perez moved, and Mayor Casey seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2023-112.
Councilmember Burns made an amended motion to include his suggestion regarding reduction of future Council travel budget if a travel budget is overspent in a specific fiscal year. Councilmember Perez seconded the amended motion.
Amended motion carried 3-1-0 (Councilmember Resendiz opposed; Councilmember Morales absent).
RESULT:
Adopted [3 to 1]
MOTION:
Tim Burns
SECOND:
Rick Perez
AYES:
Casey, Perez, Burns
NOES:
Resendiz
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Morales
G. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL, OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
1. City Council of the City of Hollister Consider Refunding Application Fees for Conditional Use Permit 2022-8
Development Services Director Hopper provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 11.26 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 11.26 p.m.
By consensus, the Council declined the request to refund fees by David Adamo.
RESULT: Consensus
MOTION:
SECOND:
AYES:
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
2. CONSIDERATION OF WAIVING THE PRE -APPLICATION FEE FOR THE
GROWING HEARTS GARDEN CENTER
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Development Services Director Hopper provided the staff report.
Councilmember Burns commented on fault line through the site and garden center previously located there.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 11:32 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 11:32 p.m.
By consensus, the Council directed staff to return with a resolution to waive the pre -application fee for the Growing Hearts Garden Center using Councilmember Burns's discretionary funds.
RESULT: Consensus
MOTION:
SECOND:
AYES:
NOES:
RECUSED:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
3. LGBTQ+ GUIDE FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS
Interim City Manager Mirrione provided the staff report and stated the document will be distributed and posted on the City's website.
The members of Council thanked staff and the peer mentors at the Esperanza Center for their efforts in working on the manual.
4. REPORT ON THE FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR DISPATCH AND LIVE
CRIME CENTER IN HOLLISTER
Agenda item G4 was heard prior to agenda item G 1.
Police Chief Reynoso introduced Chuck Berdan with Federal Engineering, Inc., who completed the feasibility study regarding moving the City's dispatch center to Hollister.
Mr. Berdan summarized the results of the feasibility study, reviewed the steps required for potential implementation of a dispatch center in Hollister, and provided estimated costs for creation of a dispatch center in Hollister.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 11:17 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
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Mayor Casey closed public comment at 11:17 p.m.
By consensus, the City Council directed the Interim City Manager to include funding for a project manager for a potential dispatch center in Hollister in a future budget.
5. Reports from City Council Members regarding Committees on which they serve
Councilmember Resendiz reported his attendance at a meeting of the LGBTQ+ committee to discuss the upcoming Pride event on June 25, 2023.
Mayor Casey reported her attendance at a meeting of the Council of Governments, where the upcoming budget and transportation concerns in the County were discussed. Additionally, Mayor Casey reported her attendance of the swearing in for Hollister Police Department Officer Provost.
6. Informational Reports from City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk and Staff
Interim City Manager Mirrione, City Attorney Lerner, and Police Chief Reynoso reported they were recently interviewed by a local high school senior for her advanced placement government class.
City Attorney Lerner provided an update on previous litigation against the City involving Irma Gonzalez, Jennifer Gonzales, and Elia Salinas.
Councilmember Burns requested staff work with the Hollister Downtown Association to organize a parade celebrating the recent successful by the Lady Baler softball team, Haybalers baseball team, and Lady Balers soccer team and requested staff bring proclamations forward for the baseball and softball teams on June 20, 2023 Council meeting. Councilmember Burns requested the Public Works Department bring an item forward on the City's wastewater treatment plan and membrane bioreactor upgrades.
Councilmember Burns requested staff draft a policy defining the rules, policies, and procedures for members of Council participating remotely to post the agenda at offsite locations. Councilmember Burns suggested the City Manager could approve street closures without requiring a Council resolution.
Finally, Councilmember Burns supported funding in the fiscal year 2023-24 budget for an additional police officer.
Councilmember Resendiz thanked those who participated in Progress Pride flag raising ceremony at City Hall and thanked staff for providing the flags, stickers, and pins for Pride Month for the public. Councilmember Resendiz requested the information regarding sewer services that was provided to the Council in closed session should be discussed in open session.
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Mayor Casey requested her discretionary funds be used to provide ADA accessible equipment at Apricot Park. Mayor Casey offered to reimburse the City in the amount of $713.70 for one of her flights for the US Conference of Mayors due to the change to the schedule during the conference.
H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
IiiR1J:Jby-Al 941Zv]IV901911J0[a]111111111111:2:Z9111=10 '� I. NEW BUSINESS
No items.
J. MISCELLANEOUS
No items.
K. CITY OF HOLLISTER AS THE SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
No items.
L. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Perez moved, and Councilmember Resendiz seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting at 12:01 a.m. Motion carried 4-0-0 (Councilmember Morales absent).
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk
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