City Council of the City of Hollister
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
June 18, 2024, 4:00 p.m.
City Council Chamber, City Hall
375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Members Present: Mia Casey, Mayor
Rick Perez, District 1
Rolan Resendiz, District 2
Dolores Morales, District 3
Tim Burns, District 4
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Casey called the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Hollister to order at 4:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Mia Casey, Mayor joined the meeting at 4:00 pm.
Rick Perez, District 1 joined the meeting at 4:00 pm.
Rolan Resendiz, District 2 joined the meeting at 4:00 pm.
Dolores Morales, District 3 joined the meeting at 4:00 pm.
Tim Burns, District 4 joined the meeting at 4:00 pm.
Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk joined the meeting at 4:00 pm.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Burns led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 4:02 p.m.
Jay Donato commented on the Closed Session agenda item regarding labor negotiations and requested the City Council give the City Manager authority to finalize a deal for the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 4:04 p.m.
City Attorney Mary Lerner read the closed session item titles. 1 The City Council adjourned into closed session at 4:06 p.m.
4.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: (City Manager David Mirrione and Administrative Services Director Casey Estorga)
Employee Organizations: Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 521; Hollister Firefighters Union (HFFU), Local 3395, Hollister Peace Officer Association (HPOA); and un-represented employees in classifications designated as Executive Management
4.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code (1 case)
4.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code (Deciding Whether to Initiate Litigation): 1 case
5. CLOSED SESSION - REPORT OUT
The City Council convened into open session at 5:17 p.m.
City Attorney Mary Lerner reported no reportable action was taken in closed session.
6. COUNCIL BUSINESS
6.1 DISCUSS RESULTS OF INVESTIGATION PERTAINING TO THE
ALLEGED CONDUCT OF VICE MAYOR ROLAN RESENDIZ
City Attorney Mary Lerner provided the staff report.
Councilmember Resendiz moved to waive attorney -client privilege in order to release the investigative report the public.
Motion failed for lack of a second.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 5:23 p.m.
Andy Hsia-Coron spoke regarding abuse of power by those who have it.
Bella Rosales expressed doubt regarding the results of the investigative report and regarding the accusations made against Councilmember Resendiz.
2 Katherine Sanchez supported treating victims with dignity and respect and shared her distrust of the investigative report.
Mary Hsia-Coron expressed disappointment that the investigative report is not public. Ms. Hsia-Coron requested to know if the Brown Act was violated and the names of the interviewed witnesses.
Fallon Greig supported Councilmember Resendiz's representation of his constituents and spoke against the current treatment of Councilmember Resendiz.
Rod Smalley spoke regarding the results of the investigation and the importance of following human resources policy to listen to the reports by the victim.
Claudia Rossi spoke regarding the results of the investigative report and urged the City Council to condemn the actions of Councilmember Resendiz. Ms. Rossi supported women being able to speak without fear.
Martin Gonzales requested the City Council work together to support the residents of the City of Hollister. Mr. Gonzales stated the need to address concerns of City residents, including the sewer system.
David Bini, representing the Building Trades Council, stated the organization's members encourage the City Council to act professionally without intimidating others. Mr. Bini supported enforcement of the City Council Code of Conduct.
Carly Robles spoke regarding camera footage used as part of the investigative report and requested release of the investigative report. Ms.
Robles spoke regarding the witnesses interviewed as part of the investigative report.
John Robles spoke regarding the desire of some members of the City Council to remove Councilmember Resendiz in order to fast track development in the City. Mr. Robles called for the resignation of Councilmembers Perez, Rosales, and Mayor Casey.
Leslie Austin expressed concern regarding the seriousness of the allegations against Councilmember Resendiz and supported enforcement of the City Council Code of Conduct. Ms. Austin spoke against bullying and harassment stating it undermines public trust.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 5:45 p.m.
Councilmember Burns expressed concern regarding bad behavior exhibited by members of the City Council and stated the Council has more to deal with than complaints and investigations.
Councilmember Morales spoke regarding the need for members of the City Council and community to feel safe.
3 Mayor Casey supported abiding by the previous version of the City Council Code of Conduct, which was in effect at the time of the investigated incidents took place. Mayor Casey recommended censure of Councilmember Resendiz and harassment training for Councilmember Resendiz.
Councilmember Resendiz spoke regarding the allegations, witnesses interviewed, and witness statements included in the investigative report.
Councilmember Resendiz expressed concern regarding liability of the City due to false statements by witnesses.
Councilmember Burns supported the City Council exploring options to resolve the issues between the parties outside of the censure of a member of Council because a censure has not been effective in the past.
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to return with a resolution to censure Councilmember Resendiz.
By consensus, the City Council directed Councilmember Resendiz to participate in the harassment prevention training.
Moved by: Councilmember Resendiz
To waive attorney -client privilege in order to release the investigative report the public.
Motion fails for lack of a second
7. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
7.1 PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH PROCLAMATION
Mayor Casey read and presented a proclamation for Park and Recreation Month to City Parks and Recreation Department staff.
7.2 PRESENTATION BY CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (CALTRANS) AND COUNCIL OF SAN BENITO
COUNTY GOVERNMENTS (SBCOG)
Terry Thompson, project manager for the Highway 156 Improvement Project, provided an update on the project and scheduled closure of Union Road.
8. PUBLIC INPUT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Bill Mifsud commented on recent improvements near his store. Mr. Mifsud expressed concern regarding graffiti in the Downtown area and requested the City improve graffiti enforcement.
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Gisel Villarreal expressed concern regarding a lack of signage and enforcement of the no loitering rules at the Briggs Building parking lot. Ms. Villareal commented on the need to clean the parking garage.
Darin Del Curto, representing the Community Foundation, spoke regarding the need to clean the Briggs Building parking garage and suggested a janitorial service be utilized.
Irene Davis, Board President for the Visit San Benito County organization, thanked the City Council for their support.
Natalie Day stated the Hollister Animal Shelter is delinquent in payment to SNIP Bus and future SNIP Bus clinics have been canceled.
Billy Avera spoke regarding a quote by Councilmember Resendiz related to mismanagement of funds by the City and stated the City Council is part of the City and management of City funds.
Carly Robles thanked the Hollister Guardians for the information they share and commented on campaign financing limits, the ballot measure to extend the length of the mayoral term, and Council pay.
John Robles spoke regarding the City's previous budget surplus and current budget. Mr. Robles commented on revisions to the General Plan and waiving impact fees for developers.
9. CONSENT ITEMS
All items listed under consent agenda will be enacted by one motion authorizing actions indicated for those items so designated. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a member of the City Council, a staff member, or a member of the public. There will be one public comment period for all items on the Consent Agenda.
No speakers present.
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
The Consent Calendar items are approved, except for agenda items 9.7, 9.8,
9.10, and 9.26.
Ayes (5): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Resendiz, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Carried (5 to 0)
9.1 APPROVE JUNE 4, 2024 MEETING MINTUES
9.2 CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY— FILED BY MIREYA BUGARIN
5 Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Deny the claim and authorize staff to send the notice of rejection to the claimant.
Carried
9.3 INFORMATIONAL REPORT FOR 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS EVENT Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Accept the report and provide possible direction to staff.
Carried
9.4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE EXTENSION WITH WISK
AERO LLC. FOR LEASE OF THE BUILDING SPACE AT 90 AIRPORT
DRIVE AT THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
1. Adopt a resolution approving Amendment No. 1 for Lease Extension with Wisk Aero LLC. for the building space at 90 Airport Drive; and
2. Authorize City Manager to execute Lease Amendment No. 1.
Carried
9.5 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE EXTENSION WITH WISK
AERO LLC. FOR LEASE OF A PORTION OF THE WEATHERLY
BUILDING AT THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
1. Adopt a resolution approving Amendment No. 1 for the Lease Extension with Wisk Aero LLC. for a portion of the Weatherly Building, Unit C; and
2. Authorize City Manager to execute Lease Amendment No. 1.
Carried
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9.6 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF HOLLISTER AND WISK AERO LLC FOR AN AIRPORT ACCESS
PERMIT
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
1. Adopt a resolution approving an Agreement between the City of Hollister and Wisk Aero LLC for an Airport Access Permit, contingent upon satisfactory Federal Aviation Administration review; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the Agreement after the Agreement has been reviewed by the Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA").
Carried
9.9 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE
AGREEMENT OF THE BRIGGS BUILDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
HOLLISTER AND GAVILAN COLLEGE, A COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DISTRICT
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution authorizing and directing the mayor to execute Amendment No. 4 to the lease agreement with Gavilan College, a Community College District for the Briggs Building with a possible end date of June 30, 2025.
Carried
9.11 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH CSG CONSULTANTS FOR FIRE PLAN REVIEW
SERVICES
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with CSG Consultants to provide Fire Plan Review Services and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.
7 Carried
9.12 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH CARMEL FIRE PROTECTION FOR FIRE PLAN
REVIEW SERVICES
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Carmel Fire Protection to provide Fire Plan Review Services and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.
Carried
9.13 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY
TREE SERVICE
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving an agreement with Community Tree Service to mitigate weeds on certain properties and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreements
Carried
9.14 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #2 ANNUAL LEVY
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution authorizing the annual levy for Community Facilities District #2.
Carried
9.15 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #4 ANNUAL LEVY
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution authorizing the annual levy for Community Facilities District #4.
Carried
9.16 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #5 ANNUAL LEVY
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution authorizing the annual levy for Community Facilities District #5.
Carried
9.17 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF 172 McCLOSKEY ROAD INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #4 ANNEXATION NO. 55 (PUBLIC FACILITIES SERVICES)
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving the annexation of 172 McCloskey Road into CFD #4.
Carried
9.18 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH 4LEAF INC.
FOR ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution awarding a contract and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, execute, and amend as necessary an agreement for services.
Carried
9.19 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH M-GROUP FOR
ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES
9 Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution awarding a contract to M-Group and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, execute, and amend as necessary an agreement for services.
Carried
9.20 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH PLACEWORKS
FOR ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution awarding a contract to PlaceWorks and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, execute, and amend as necessary an agreement for services.
Carried
9.21 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH WILLDAN
ENGINEERING FOR ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL PLANNING
SERVICES
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution awarding a contract to Willdan Engineering and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, execute, and amend as necessary an agreement for services.
Carried
9.22 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH 4LEAF INC.
FOR ON -CALL PROFESSIONAL BUILDING SERVICES
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution awarding a contract and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, execute, and amend as necessary an agreement for services.
10 Carried
9.23 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AND
THE HOLLISTER FIREFIGHTERS UNION (HFFU) LOCAL 3395
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute the amended MOU between the City of Hollister and HFFU Local 3395.
Carried
9.24 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH MOTOROLA
SOLUTIONS FOR BODY CAMERAS AND IN CAR VIDEO SYSTEMS
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement with Motorola Solutions to replace body cameras and in -car video systems for the police department.
Carried
9.25 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER
APPROVING THE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
TRACT NO. 364, ASPEN PARK SUBDIVISION AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT
WITH ASPEN PARK LLC.
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving the Subdivision Improvement Agreement for the Aspen Park Subdivision, Tract No. 364, and authorizing execution of the agreement for the improvements with Aspen Park LLC.
Carried
9.7 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING FOR COOPERATIVE PROCUREMENT FOR
11 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO COMPLETE AN AIRPORT ECONOMIC
IMPACT STUDY FOR THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
Airport Director Jeff Crechriou provided the staff report.
No speakers present.
Moved by: Councilmember Burns
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
1. Adopt a resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding for cooperative procurement for consideration of professional services to complete an Airport Economic Impact Study for the Hollister Municipal Airport; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding.
Ayes (5): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Resendiz, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Carried (5 to 0)
9.8 A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE City Clerk Jennifer Woodworth provided the staff report.
Councilmember Burns requested inclusion of the Fire Marshal and Fire Inspector positions in the list of Form 700 filers.
No speakers present.
Moved by: Councilmember Burns
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution amending the City of Hollister's Conflict of Interest Code and rescind Resolution No. 2022-120 and include the City's positions of Fire Marshal and Fire Inspector in the list of Form 700 filers.
Ayes (5): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Resendiz, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Carried via roll call vote (5 to 0)
9.10 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT OF THE
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE AGREEMENT WITH DEL CURTO
BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. TO DEFER IMPACT
FEES OF THE 400 BLOCK PROJECT
12 City Manager David Mirrione provided the staff report.
Councilmember Burns inquired and received information regarding the amount of interest the City will receive resulting from the agreement if approved.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 6:39 p.m.
Darin Del Curto provided an update on the sale of the condominiums in the 400 Block and upcoming payment of impact fees.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 6:40 p.m.
Councilmember Burns suggested using the interest paid for security and maintenance of the Briggs Building parking garage.
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving the deferral of impact fees of the 400 Block project to the Del Curto Brothers Construction Company, Inc.
Development Impact Fee Deferred Agreement and authorize the City Manager to negotiate a First Amendment to allow the deferral of payment of the impact fees for up to eight (8) months expiring March 17, 2025, and including the May 2024 Local Agency Investment Fund interest rate of
4.332% added to the applicable impact fees.
Ayes (4): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Noes (1): Councilmember Resendiz
Carried (4 to 1)
9.26 A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$8,278,106.50 TO MOUNTAIN CASCADE INC. AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF CONTRACT AND CHANGE ORDERS FOR THE
2024 CITY WIDE ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, CIP C2404
Councilmember Resendiz expressed concern that only one bid was received and concern regarding the bidding process due to the City's project labor agreement.
No speakers present.
Moved by: Councilmember Burns
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
13 Adopt a resolution accepting the bids and awards the contract to Mountain Cascade Inc. for the 2024 City Wide Roadway Improvement Project, CIP C2404.
Ayes (4): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Noes (1): Councilmember Resendiz
Carried (4 to 1)
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.1 ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 2023-4 TO ADOPT CHAPTER
17.36 INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE
Planning Manager Eva Kelly and Greg Goodfellow, with City consultant Placeworks, provided the staff report.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 6:53 p.m.
Carly Robles inquired regarding 2023 profit and opposed adoption of the inclusionary housing ordinance.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 6:54 p.m.
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Introduce the draft ordinance and schedule a second reading of the ordinance for the August 6, 2024 City Council meeting.
Ayes (4): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Noes (1): Councilmember Resendiz
Carried (4 to 1)
10.2 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
COMPREHENSIVE USER FEE SCHEDULE
Administrative Services Director Casey Estorga provided the staff presentation.
Councilmember Burns suggested charging an hourly rate for City services rather than a standard fee due to the amount of time it takes for City staff to administer the services.
Mayor Casey opened the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.
14 There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.
Councilmembers Burns and Resendiz supported a 12% increase based on the Consumer Price Increase.
Councilmember Perez supported a 8% or 10% increase.
Councilmember Morales supported a 10% or 11 % increase.
Mayor Casey supported a 10% increase.
Moved by: Councilmember Perez
Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal year (FY) 2024-25 Comprehensive User Fee Schedule with a 10% increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Additionally, staff was directed to return with an update on the comprehensive fee study in six months.
Motion fails for lack of a second
Moved by: Councilmember Morales
Seconded by: Councilmember Burns
Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal year (FY) 2024-25 Comprehensive User Fee Schedule with a 11 % increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Additionally, staff was directed to return with an update on the comprehensive fee study in six months.
Ayes (4): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Resendiz, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Noes (1): Councilmember Perez
Carried (4 to 1)
11. COUNCIL BUSINESS
11.1 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE
NOTICES OF TERMINATION REGARDING FIRE SERVICES
AGREEMENTS WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN BENITO AND THE CITY
OF SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
City Attorney Mary Lerner provided the staff report.
Councilmember Burns requested and received clarification regarding the City's costs for providing fire services to San Benito County and City of 15 San Juan Bautista in comparison to funding received from the two agencies.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 7:45 p.m.
Vince Grewohl, Hollister Firefighters Union Vice President, expressed concern regarding the threat of budget cuts and layoffs as a result of termination of the fire services agreement. Mr. Grewohl supported greater communication with City staff and continued negotiation with San Benito County and City of San Juan Bautista.
Peter Lago commented on the need for continued protection of community residents, including in unincorporated San Benito County and City of San Juan Bautista.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 7:48 p.m.
Councilmember Resendiz opposed providing notices of termination of the fire services agreements.
Councilmember Morales commented on City budget shortfalls over several years partially resulting from subsidizing services for San Benito County and City of San Juan Bautista.
Moved by: Councilmember Burns
Seconded by: Councilmember Morales
Adopt a resolution approving and authorizing the City Manager to provide notices of termination regarding fire services agreements with the County of San Benito and City of San Juan Bautista.
Ayes (4): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Noes (1): Councilmember Resendiz
Carried (4 to 1)
11.2 PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 RECOMMENDED BUDGET, FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT, AND 5-
YEAR CIP
City Manager David Mirrione and Administrative Services Director Casey Estorga provided the staff report.
Councilmember Burns suggested moving the Cannabis Affairs Manager to the Police Department.
Mayor Casey opened public comment at 8:12 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Casey closed public comment at 8:12 p.m.
Mayor Casey expressed concern regarding reduced funding for the Economic Development Committee.
Moved by: Councilmember Morales
Seconded by: Councilmember Burns
Adopt a resolution approving the City of Hollister's annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 covering a period of July 1, 2024 — June 30, 2025, approving the FY 2024-25 appropriations limit, and approving the 5-Year Capital Improvement Program.
Ayes (4): Mayor Casey, Councilmember Perez, Councilmember Morales, and Councilmember Burns
Noes (1): Councilmember Resendiz
Carried (4 to 1)
12. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
12.1 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Councilmember Morales reported on a recent meeting of the Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments regarding fire insurance for homeowners.
Mayor Casey reported on a recent meeting of the Fire Protection Committee and discussion of a proposal for a consultant to look at creation of a fire protection district.
12.2 COUNCIL REPORTS
Receive informational reports from the City Council
Councilmember Resendiz requested Council consensus to utilize the new outside lights at City Hall to celebrate various holidays and events, including for Pride Month and Fourth of July.
City Manager Mirrione provided additional information on the new lights.
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to return with a policy regarding use of the outdoor lights at City Hall to commemorate various holidays and events prior to authorizing their use.
Councilmember Burns thanked staff for installing a COVID-19 memorial; requested staff look into complaints of speeding on Valley View Road prior to the start of the next school year; commented on the mayoral term ballot measure; requested an update on Briggs Building parking garage security and maintenance; requested a policy addressing removal of graffiti; NFA
suggested creation of a citizen volunteer program to combat graffiti; suggested appealed citations not be paid until an administrative hearing is held; and requested an update on the SNIP bus contract.
Councilmember Morales requested an update on the City's tree policy.
Mayor Casey reported on her attendance at the Hollister High School graduation; requested a proclamation for Benjamin Tollantino recognizing his recent wrestling and jiu jitsu championships; and requested staff send a letter to the Hollister School District regarding space for YMCA afterschool care.
City Manager Mirrione confirmed Council consensus on all requested items, except for utilizing the City Hall exterior lights to commemorate Pride Month and July Fourth. City Manager Mirrione provided an update on the SNIP bus contract.
12.3 CITY MANAGER REPORT
Police Chief Reynoso reported Captain Rosie Betanio was accepted to the Harvard leadership course.
UPDATED CITY COUNCIL PROJECTS
13. ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:39
4JAnifee-Woodworth, City Clerk
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