REGULAR MEETING STARTS AT 6:00 PM
Mayor Alison LaFayne
Vice Mayor Diane Wratten
Councilmember Dominic Atlan
Councilmember Stacy Rhoades
Councilmember Jack Mitchell
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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
THE CITY OF IONE IS A GENERAL LAW CITY DEDICATED TO PROVIDING LEADERSHIP,
ACCOUNTABILITY, AND FISCAL INTEGRITY WHILE PROMOTING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND MAINTAINING A HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR CITIZENS.
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Gov’t. Code §54954.3
The Ione City Council welcomes, appreciates, and encourages participation in the City Council Meeting. The City Council reserves the right to reasonably limit the total time for public comment on any particular noticed agenda item as it may deem necessary.
Full staff reports and associated documents are available for public review at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 1 E. Main Street, Ione, CA. Hard copies may be obtained for $3.60 for pages 1- 5 and $.45 for each additional page. Documents that are not available when the agenda is posted will be made available for public review at the meeting. 6:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
A. ROLL CALL
B. CLOSED SESSION:
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957. Title: City Manager.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Gov. Code § 54957.6)
Agency designated representatives: (Amy Gedney, Interim City Manager).
Employee organization: (Ione POA).
If all matters are not completed prior to the regular meeting start time, the City Council will convene to Closed Session after the Regular Meeting ends.
A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. PRESENTATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Introduction of Salina Mitchell, Recreation Coordinator E. PUBLIC COMMENT: EACH SPEAKER IS LIMITED TO 4 MINUTES NOTE: This is the time for members of the public who wish to be heard on matters that do not appear on the Agenda. Persons may address the City Council at this time on any subject within the jurisdiction of the Ione City Council.
Please be mindful of the 4 minute time limit per person. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Council may not take action or engage in a detailed discussion on an item that does not appear on the Agenda. However, matters that require Council action will be referred to staff for a report and/or recommendation for possible action at a future Council meeting. Is there anyone in the audience who wishes to address the Council at this time? F. INFORMATION ITEMS:
All matters listed under this category are for information only with no action to be taken by the City Council.
1. 2023 Summary of Year in Review
G. CONSENT CALENDAR:
All matters listed under this category are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. Any item may be removed for discussion and possible action and made a part of the regular agenda at the request of a Councilmember(s).
1. Minutes of December 19, 2023 - Draft
2. February 6, 2024 Warrants*
3. Receive and File Ione Police Department’s Military Equipment Policy*
4. Ione 4-H Lease of Howard Park Barn*
5. 2024 Recreation Program Plan and Budget*
H. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Update Regarding Amador Water Agency’s Water Treatment Emergency for the Ione Water Treatment Facility.
Recommendation: General Manager Larry McKenney will be at your meeting to discuss the AWA Board’s actions and its implications for the Ione service area.
This item is for information only.
2. ACUSD School Closure/Consolidation Program Project Draft Environmental Impact Report – Comment Letter*
Recommendation: Review the draft comment letter on the Amador County Unified School District School Closure/Consolidation Program Project Draft Environmental Impact Report and authorize the Mayor to execute and send before the February 13, 2024 due date.
I. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY ATTORNEY
J. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITY MANAGER
K. COUNCIL COMMENTS/COMMITTEE REPORTS/FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS L. RESUME TO CLOSED SESSION IF NECESSARY
M. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
N. ADJOURNMENT TO REGULAR MEETING ON FEBRUARY 20, 2024
NOTICE REGARDING CHALLENGES TO DECISIONS
Pursuant to all applicable laws and regulations, including without limitation, California Government Code Section 65009 and or California Public Resources Code Section 21177, if you wish to challenge in court any of the above decisions (regarding planning, zoning and/or environmental decisions), you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this notice/agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, this public hearing.
ADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact City Clerk Janice Traverso at (209) 274-2412, ext. 102.
Notification 24 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
Agenda Item #F1
1 2023 Year in Review
This report highlights accomplishments within the City of Ione during the 2023 calendar year.
While this summary highlights accomplishments, it is important to note that these accomplishments were made in the face of several challenging circumstances. Since joining this amazing team in March 2023, I have been impressed by the daily dynamics and the city staff that make the City run so effectively. Working alongside city staff gives me immense pride. They act with resilience and determination, and consistently strive for improvement.
ADMINISTRATION
The focus within the Administration Department has been to establish consistent processes in a number of areas including agenda item processing, accounts payable and receivables, billing, and employee onboarding. Without the established processes, the City was incurring late fees and interest on unpaid bills. Additionally, this Department is responsible for agenda processing and has produced agendas for and staffed fifty-eight meetings since March 2023.
Finance:
• Completed the 2019-20 Financial Audit.
• Started 2020-21 Financial Audit.
• Completed State Controllers 2022 -23 Street Report.
• Completed State Controllers 2022-23 Gas Tax Report.
• Completed CalSMART Annual SB1 Local Streets and Roads report. • Adoption of the 2023-2024 Operating Budget.
• Hired Part Time Grant Administrator and started review of funding for housing programs.
Human Resources:
• Onboarding for the following positions:
• Interim City Manager
• Finance Manager
• Building Official/Code Enforcement Officer
• Police Officer
• Administrative Analyst
• Maintenance Worker
• Part-time Account Clerk
• Part-time Grant Administrator
Agenda Item #F1
2 • Part-time Parks and Recreation Coordinator
• Outboarding of two retirees
• EDD Hearing for former employee
• Managed two (2) Workers Comp Claims
• Caselle Training
• Human Resources training
Agendas and Meetings:
• City Council – 25 meetings
• Planning Commission – 8 meetings
• Park & Recreation Commission – 10 meetings
• Budget Committee – 6 meetings
• Economic Development Committee – 1 meeting
• Wastewater Committee – 2 meetings
• Community Facility District (CFD) Committee – 6 meetings Reports:
• Prepared Delinquent Sewer levy report for Amador County Tax Roll. • Prepared Landscape & Lighting District levy report for Amador County Tax Roll.
Special Events:
• Staff worked with volunteers on three major City-wide events.
Miscellaneous:
• Started transition of hard copies to digital files.
• New website with administrative privileges.
• New Finance Office setup, including filing and organizing. • Restructure of Administration & Finance.
• Started Master Fee Update process.
• Wastewater Policy update for landlords/renters.
PLANNING, BUILDING, and RECREATION
Planning:
• Seven Planning Commission Meetings held.
• Adoption of focused General Plan Update.
• Approval of Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for 880 Hunter Lane Wireless Telecommunications Facility.
• Approval of Site Plan Review Permit for 702 Hunter Lane Rail Explorers Facility Project.
Agenda Item #F1
3 • Adoption of Zoning Code Amendments for incomplete parking requirement identified in Table 17.40.050-1 in the Zoning Code.
• Approval of Site Plan Review Permit for Church and Main Coffee Shop. • Contract with new Contract Planner.
• Adoption of 2021-2026 6th Cycle Housing Element Update of the City of Ione General Plan.
• Review of the 2012 Downtown Plan and direction on implementation options. • Train Depot Lease
Building:
$34,893.89
$58,288.24
$5,692.00
$733,442.64
$3,873.49
TOTAL PERMITS ISSUED 2023
Building
Electrical
Mechanical
New SFD
Plumbing
*Prices Show
Total Fees
Agenda Item #F1
4 Parks and Recreation:
• Ten Parks and Recreation Commission Meetings held.
• Howard Park Master Plan Workshop Held at EB Hall.
• Adoption of Amended Howard Park Master Plan and Map.
o (this process included one workshop with over 100 attendees, and four public meetings with the Parks and Recreation Committee)
• Adoption of Resolution 2023-43 establishing a City of Ione run Recreation Program. • Recruited and hired a part-time Recreation Coordinator.
POLICE
Data is from January 1st to December 31st
1. Calls for Service
2023 1292
2. Patrol Statistics
Type of Call 2023
Officer Initiated Incidents 4595
Traffic Stops 1586
Other OIA Incidents 3009
Business Checks 2013
Vehicle/Person Checks 221
0 20
40 60
80 100
120
140
160
TOTAL INSPECTIONS CONDUCTED 2023
Agenda Item #F1
5 Type of Report 2023
Total Reports 393
Accident Reports 17
Corner’s Case 8
Felony 60
Information Report 181
Infraction 3
Misdemeanor 115
Unclassified 6
Arrests 2023
Total Arrests 90
Misdemeanor 67
Felony 23
Citations 2023
Total 147
Felony 2
Misdemeanor 20
Infraction 110
Parking 11
Crime Counts 2023
Offense Description # this Period
10851 Recovered Recovered 10851 4
10851(A) VC Take vehicle w/o owners consent/vehicle 4
10852 VC Tamper with vehicle - Destruction/damage 2
11166 PC Suspected Child Abuse 7
11357(d) HS Poss Marij Schl Grounds Undr 18 1
11359(B) HS Possess marijuana for sale (M) 1
11364(A)(1) HS Possess unlawful paraphernalia (M) 1
11377(A) HS Possess controlled substance (M) 4
1203.2(A) PC Probation violation:rearrest/revoke (M) 13 12500(a) CVC Unlicensed/Expired DL 2
14601.1(a) CVC Susp/Revoked DL 2
14601.2(A) VC Drive W/Lic Suspended/Revoked for DUI 8
148(A)(1) PC Obstruct/resist/etc public/peace officer 5 15630 W&I Suspected Elder/Dep Adult Abuse 1
16028(A) VC NO PROOF OF INSURANCE 4
Agenda Item #F1
6 166(A)(1) PC Contempt of court:disorderly/etc behavio 3 166(A)(4) PC Contempt of court:disobey court order/et 10 182(A)(1) PC Conspiracy:commit crime (F) 2
187(A) PC Murder (F) 1
20002(A)(1) VC Hit & Run Prop Damag:Locate 5
21460(a) VC Driving left of double yellow lines 2
22107 VC Turning movement 1
22210 PC Mfg/sale/etc leaded cane (M) 1
22350 VC Basic Speed Law 2
22651(K) CVC Parked for 72 hours or more in Violation 1 22651(o)(1) CVC Expired Reg over 6 Months 8
23103(A) VC Reckless Driving:Highway 3
23152(A) VC Dui alcohol (M) 15
23152(B) VC Dui alcohol/0.08 percent (M) 11
23152(C) VC Addict drive vehicle (M) 1
23154(A) VC DUI W/PROB:23152/23153 1
23223(a) VC Possess open container in vehicle 1
23247(E) VC Restricted driver operate vehicle w/o in 1
236 PC False imprisonment (M) 1
24002(a) VC Unsafe Vehicle Load 1
242 PC Battery with serious bodily injury (M) 11
24252(A) VC LIGHTING EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENT 2
243(A) PC Battery on person - Simple (M) 1
243(E)(1) PC Battery:spouse/ex spouse/date/etc - Aggr 10 243.2(A)(1) PC Battery on person on school/hospital/par 1 245(A)(1) PC Assault w/deadly weapon:not f/arm - Aggr 1 25400(A)(1) PC Carry concealed weapon in vehicle (M) 2
25400(A)(2) PC Carry concealed weapon on person (F) 1
25850(C)(6) PC Carry loaded handgun:not registered owne 1 26710(a) VC Defective Windshield or Rear Window 1
273.5(A) PC Inflict corporal injury on spouse/cohabi 8
273.6(A) PC Viol crt ord dom violence (M) 19
27315(d)(1) VC SEAT BELTS REQUIRED 1
273A(A) PC Chld abuse w/poss gbi/dth - Family offen 2
273A(B) PC Child abuse w/o gbi/dth - Family offense 1
273D(A) PC Corporal inj/etc on child - Aggravated ( 1
2800.2(A) VC Evade peace officer with wanton disregar 2 286(F) PC Sodomy:victim unconscious of the nature 1
288(A) PC Lewd or lascivious acts w/child under 14 3
Agenda Item #F1
7 29180(C) PC Own firearm without serial number (M) 2
29825(A) PC Purch/etc f/arm prot ord (F) 1
30605(A) PC Illegally possess any assault weapon (F) 1
32310(b) PC Possess High Cap Mag 1
368(D)(1) PC Thft eldr/depn adlt $950+ - False preten 2 4000(A)(1) VC EXPIRED REGISTRATION 9
417(A)(1) PC Exhibit deadly weapon other than firearm 3 417(A)(2)(B) PC Exhibit f/arm thrtng manr - Weapon law v 1 422(A) PC Threaten crime with intent to terrorize 8
4462.5 VC Display on vehicle/present to officer un 2
459 PC Burglary:second degree - Burglary/breaki 5
476 PC Make/pass/etc ficticious check with inte 1
484(A) PC Theft of personal property - All other l 7
484G PC Theft by use of access card information 1
487(A) PC Grand theft:money/labor/property - All o 9
487(D)(2) PC Grand theft:firearm - All other larceny 2
488 PC Petty theft - From motor vehicle (M) 2
496(A) PC Receive/etc known stolen property (F) 1
502.6(A) PC Fraudulent possess/use scanning device ( 1
5150 WI Mental Health Detention 6
523(A) PC Thrtn ltr w/wint to extort - Extortion/b 1
530 PC Personate to get money/property [over $4 1
530.5(A) PC Obtain credit/etc:use others id - False 6
530.5(C)(1) PC Possess personal identifying info with i 1 532(A) PC Obtain money/etc by false pretenses [ove 2
5585 WIC Children's Mental Health Commitment 2
591 PC Damage/etc/use/etc power connecting line 1
591.5 PC Damage/destroy any wireless communicatio 1
594(A)(1) PC Vandalism:deface property (M) 4
594(A)(2) PC Vandalism:damage property (F) 2
594(A)(3) PC Vandalism:destroy others property (M) 1
594(B)(1) PC Vandalism ($400 or more) (M) 3
594(B)(2)(A) PC Vandalism less than $400 (M) 1
597(A) PC Int cruelty to anml/kill (F) 1
601(A) WI Minor beyond parental control (S) 1
602(K) PC Tresp inj prop/obstr bus (M) 1
602(M) PC Trespass:occupy property without consent 1
602(O)(1) PC Trespass:refuse to leave property:peace 1
602.5(A) PC Unauth entr of dwelling (M) 2
Agenda Item #F1
8 646.9(A) PC Stalking (M) 1
647(F) PC Disorderly conduct:alcohol (M) 7
647.6(A)(1) PC Annoy/molest victim under 18 years of ag 1 653M(B) PC With intent to annoy or harass with repe 1
664/187(A) PC Attempted murder (F) 1
AOA OUTSIDE AGENCY ASSIST 13
B/W MISD VIOLATION OF PROBATION 1
B/W Misd FAILURE TO APPEAR 15
E80 MAJOR INJURY TRAFFIC COLLISION 2
E81 MINOR INJURY TRAFFIC COLLISION 3
E82 NON-INJURY TRAFFIC COLLISION 10
INCIDENT FOUND PROPERTY 158
No Charge Listed-Fel onyPC 12022.7(e) 1
O/W Felony Felony Warrant Arrest 2
O/W Misd Misdemeanor Warrant Arrest 2
TOTAL 515
Notable Cases 2023
In January, the Ione Police Department, Amador County District Attorney Investigators, and Sacramento Valley Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force served a search warrant at 1400 West Marlette St. in Ione. Detectives interviewed the suspect while the search of the residence took place. The investigation resulted in evidence of possession of images that depicted children engaging in sexual acts. Numerous computers, phones, and electronic devices were seized as evidence.
Anthony Doolin, 27, of Ione, was arrested for 311.11(a) PC – Possession of obscene matter and booked into the Amador County Jail.
In February, Ione Police Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop for vehicle registration.
The driver consented to a search of the vehicle. The driver was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. Officers located 47 grams of methamphetamine inside the car.
In March, Ione Police Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop for speeding. The vehicle stopped on Main St. and Church St. The occupant fled on foot from the car, and the officers pursued. The vehicle was an unreported stolen vehicle out of Valley Springs. The stolen vehicle was recovered.
In March, Ione Police Officers responded to a residence in Ione where a male subject was acting strange in the front yard. Officers contacted the subject and determined there was no crime, and the subject did not meet the qualifications for a mental health hold. Officers waited down the street from the residence, waiting for mental health to arrive to talk to the subject. The subject was in front of his residence, drinking alcohol. The subject got into his vehicle and began driving away. Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop for a lighting violation, concerned Agenda Item #F1
9 about the drinking and strange behavior. The subject failed to yield, leading officers on a short pursuit exceeding 100 miles per hour. Officers decided to terminate the pursuit per policy. A warrant was issued the same evening in conjunction with the District Attorney. Officers located the subject at his residence, and he was placed into custody.
In March, Ione Police Officers responded to a call of a physical altercation. The altercation was between adult siblings. During the investigation, information was received that one of the siblings had access to firearms. A records check showed the subject was barred from possessing firearms because of a restraining order and being on probation. The subject admitted having a shotgun after making a statement of wanting to shoot everyone up. The shotgun was recovered along with a handgun and booked as evidence. The subject was arrested and booked in county jail for multiple charges.
In March, Ione Police Officers responded to a call of juveniles throwing a blue bag over a residence side fence in the city limits. Officers contacted the residence and obtained video from a neighbor of the subjects. Officers recovered the bag thrown over the fence and located 3.24 pounds of marijuana and an empty gun holster in the bag. Officers canvassed the area and found the subjects near a vehicle. The subjects admitted the marijuana was theirs but stated there was no gun. A consent search of the car produced a 9mm firearm. The gun was not serialized, also known as a ghost gun. The subject was taken into custody and booked on multiple charges.
During the Homecoming fireworks display, the Police Department received a report of subjects about to fight at the skatepark. Officers responded and observed one gunshot fired into the air around a group of 12 subjects. Officers contained the scene and took one subject into custody. A loaded firearm was found on the subject. Further investigation resulted in the recovery of an AR pistol with no serial numbers (ghost gun). The subject was booked into the Amador County Jail for weapons charges. The investigation is open and continuing.
On October 30th, the Ione Police Department responded to a suspicious person call that turned out to be a triple stabbing and a homicide. This case has taken a toll on the entire Police Department and community. The suspect, Joseph Stevens-Jenkins, was arrested at the scene and is currently in custody for murder, attempted murder, and other charges. This is an ongoing investigation, and members of the Ione Police Department have been working large amounts of overtime. We want to thank all the allied agencies for their assistance.
On October 19th, officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop for speeding. A records check was done, and the driver had a misdemeanor bench warrant. Nathan Thomas, out of Wilton, California, was taken into custody. During a search of the vehicle, a concealed handgun was recovered. Thomas was booked in the Amador County Jail for the warrant and carrying a concealed weapon in a vehicle.
On 11/8/23, officers responded to a call of a person with a gun on West Marlette St. While responding, dispatch updated the officers with information of a female holding a gun and yelling at a male. Officers arrived on the scene and contacted the male subject, who stated she had a gun.
The female exited the residence and was detained by officers. The investigation revealed that the female subject brandished a firearm at the male subject. Britnie Zanetta was arrested for 417 (a) Agenda Item #F1
10 (2) (b) PC and 422 (a) PC. Two firearms were confiscated and booked into the property/evidence room.
On 11/8/23, officers responded to a rollover vehicle accident on Highway 104 and Foothill Bl.
Officers arrived on the scene and found the vehicle was the only one involved. The car ran off the roadway, started rolling, and hit the Caltrans Sign. The passenger was out of the car, and the driver was inside the vehicle. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. The passenger had minor injuries. The driver was not wearing a seat belt during the collision.
On 11/28/23, Officers were dispatched to Pleasant Valley Drive on the report of a 911 call with screaming heard. Officers arrived on the scene and could hear yelling inside a residence. Officers attempted contact, and a male subject came to the window and said everything was fine. The male refused to come outside and closed the blinds. A female exited the residence and was contacted by officers. The female stated the male had choked her out. Officers set up a perimeter after verifying a crime occurred. The male subject barricaded himself inside the residence and was presumed to be armed with a handgun. The Ione Police Department and Amador County Sheriff’s Department began public address announcements to have the male exit the residence.
After an extended conversation on the phone and text messages, the male exited the residence and was taken into custody without further incident. Sean Woods was arrested for 273.5(a) PC, 422(a) PC, 12022.7 PC, 591.5 PC, and 148 (a) (1) PC.
On 12/6/23 around 850am, officers responded to a call of a stolen vehicle. Officers initiated a report and had the vehicle entered into the stolen vehicle system. At around 1030pm on 12/6/23, officers found the vehicle on West Marlette with a female collecting items from the vehicle. The female was identified as the person who stole the vehicle and was taken into custody. Christina Horvath was arrested and booked into the county jail for California Vehicle Code 10851 Unlawful taking or driving a stolen vehicle, California Penal Code 368 (d)(1) Elder Abuse, and California Health and Safety Code 11377 (a) Unlawful possession of restricted drug.
Citations Counts 2023
Violation Description No. this Vio
Bench War FTA Victorville FTA BW MV119010890 1
10.04.060 No parking signs 1
11377(A) HS Possess controlled substance (M) 3
12500(a) CVC Unlicensed/Expired DL 22
14600(a) VC DL Change of Address within 10 Days 2
14601.1(a) CVC Susp/Revoked DL 8
14601.2(A) VC Drive W/Lic Suspended/Revoked for DUI 7
16028(A) VC NO PROOF OF INSURANCE 22
21460(a) VC Driving left of double yellow lines 3
21800(a) VC Failure to Yield Right of way Intersection 1 Agenda Item #F1
11 21802(a) VC Yield from Stop Sign Until Safe 1
21804(a) VC Yield from Public/Private Property 1
21950(a) VC Ped in Crosswalk Failure to Yield 1
22210 PC Mfg/sale/etc leaded cane (M) 1
22349(B) VC EXCEEDING 55 ON 2 LANE ROAD 11
22350 VC Basic Speed Law 2
22450(a) VC Failure to Stop at Stop Sign 9
22500(f) parked on sidewalk 3
22514 parked within 15' fire hydrant 1
226658(a) unautherized parking 1
23103(A) VC Reckless Driving:Highway 1
23123.5(a) VC Use of Cell Phone Not Hands Free 7
23152(A) VC Dui alcohol (M) 3
23152(B) VC Dui alcohol/0.08 percent (M) 3
23247(A) VC Rent/etc veh to person w/ignition interlock de
1 23247(E) VC Restricted driver operate vehicle w/o
interlock device (M)
1 242 PC Battery on person - Simple (M) 1
26708(a)(1) wc/tint 1
26710(a) VC Defective Windshield or Rear Window 2
2800(A) VC Fail to obey peace officer:lawful order or ins 1 4000(A)(1) VC EXPIRED REGISTRATION 65
4462(B) VC UNLAWFUL USE OF REGISTRATION 3
4462.5 VC Display on vehicle/present to officer
unlawful
2 5200(a) VC License Plates Required 4
5204(a) VC Display Reg Tabs (Month/Year) 4
647(F) PC Disorderly conduct:intox drug with alcohol -
D
1 B/W Misd FAILURE TO APPEAR 4
CVC4000(a) registration expired 1
IMC 10.04.020 No Parking/red zone 1
O/W Misd Misdemeanor Warrant 1
WARRANT
ORDER
21CR31249 issued 12-01-2021 by Judge
Hermanson
1 cvc 22502(a) park parallel/right wheels 18" 1
Agenda Item #F1
12 cvc 4000(a) registration expired 1
failure to appear 1
imc 10.04.020 no parking/red zone 1
False Alarm Calls 2023
Count Street
1 Avalon Dr
1 Brookview Ct
19 Castle Oaks Dr
2 Church St
2 Jackson St
1 Market St
4 Edgebrook Dr
2 Fairway Dr
1 Honeysuckle Dr
1 Hwy 104
2 Arroyo Seco St
1 Oak View Dr
1 Oakridge Dr
6 Preston Av
2 Raymond Dr
1 Robin Ct
3 Shakeley Ln
1 Spyglass Dr
1 Vista Ln
15 Main St
3 Marlette St
6 Mill St
2 Ione St
4 Par Ct
1 Pelican Hill Ct
2 Hwy 124
85 Total
Agenda Item #F1
13 FIRE DEPARTMENT
2023 YEAR
CALLS FOR SERVICE
Month 2023 Incidents 2022
JANUARY 127 120
FEBRUARY 126 90
MARCH 132 116
APRIL 114 99
MAY 122 114
JUNE 145 110
JULY 162 130
AUGUST 146 110
SEPTEMBER 121 146
OCTOBER 130 100
NOVEMBER 156 126
DECEMBER 120 127
TOTAL INCIDENTS 1601 1388
PUBLIC WORKS
The Public Works Department went through transition with the retirement of the long time Public Works Manager. The Department has done a consistent job maintaining the City’s parks and facilities.
Parks
• The Howard Park Master Plan was completed.
• The lease for the Train Depot was completed. Work is expected to begin in spring of 2024.
• The Park n Ride lot was cleaned and revamped.
Streets, Sidewalks, and Storm drains
• Regular patching was completed.
Agenda Item #F1
14 • Street and stop sign replacements.
Miscellaneous
• Clean up of the corporation yard.
Wastewater Treatment Plant
• A new contract operator, WaterStone Services, began July 1, 2024. • A significant number of mechanical and equipment issues have been addressed at the tertiary treatment plant.
• The City entered into several Task Orders for engineering plans for upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant.
• On December 31,2022, heavy rains wiped out the berm at the Towne Field. The berm has been replaced.
• Several Task Orders were also approved for updates at the wwtp including updating a Title 22 Report, planning for an interconnect line to connect the secondary plant to the tertiary plant.
ENGINEERING
• Castle Oaks Landscaping Improvement and Maintenance, Phase One Construction is in progress.
• Train Depot Park Improvement Project: Utility investigation and drainage management plan is being conducted during Winter season. Coordination for grading and drainage improvements over Spring and Summer.
• Development of a Capital Improvement plan has begun.
Agenda Item #G2
DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 2024
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: JODI STENECK, FINANCE MANAGER
SUBJECT: FEBRUARY 6, 2024 WARRANTS
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff recommends that the council review and approve the attached warrant list.
FISCAL IMPACT:
$83,325.92
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Warrant list dated 2-6-2024
Attachment #G2A
Agenda Item #G3
DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 2023
TO: MAYOR LAFAYNE AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JOHN ALFRED, POLICE CHIEF
SUBJECT: RECEIVE AND FILE IONE POLICE DEPARTMENT’S MILITARY
EQUIPMENT POLICY
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Receive and file Ione Police Department’s Military Equipment Policy.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
BACKGROUND:
AB 481 was authored by Assembly member David Chiu (D-San Francisco) to address law enforcement agencies' funding, acquisition, and use of Military Equipment. The Assembly Bill creates more transparency, oversight, and accountability in the use and acquisition of police equipment, which qualifies by definition as Military Equipment. On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed AB 481 into law. The full text of AB 481 is attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Policy 709 – Military Equipment Policy
B. Assembly Bill No. 481
C. Exhibit A – Ione Police Military Equipment Inventory Policy
709
Ione Police Department
Ione PD Policy Manual
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Military Equipment - 1
Military Equipment
709.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of military equipment (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072).
709.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):
Governing body – The elected or appointed body that oversees the [Department/Office] is the Ione City Council.
Military equipment – Includes but is not limited to the following:
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. • Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. • High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. • Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants. • Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. • Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. • Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
• Firearms and ammunition of_.50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms.
• Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. • Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools. • Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
• TASER® Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic devices (LRADs).
• Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
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709.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Ione Police Department that members of this [department/office] comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment. 709.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police should designate a member of this [department/office] to act as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
(a) Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying [department/office] equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the [Department/Office], or the equipment the [Department/ Office] intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body. (c) Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually. (d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of Ione Police Department (Government Code § 7071). (e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:
1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.
2. Preparing for public questions regarding the [department/office]’s funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.
(f) Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the [department/office] website (Government Code § 7072).
(g) Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the [Department/Office] will respond in a timely manner. 709.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the [Department/Office]:
Exhibit A
709.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted to the governing body and is available on the [department/office] website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
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(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a. (b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this [department/office]. (e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of military equipment.
(g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above. 709.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment should not be used by any other law enforcement agency or member in this jurisdiction unless the military equipment is approved for use in accordance with this policy. 709.7 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the [department/office] website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The report shall include all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in [department/office] inventory. 709.8 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the [Department/Office] shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the [Department/Office] should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
Assembly Bill No. 481
CHAPTER 406
An act to add Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, relating to military equipment.
[ Approved by Governor September 30, 2021. Filed with Secretary of State September 30, 2021. ]
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
AB 481, Chiu. Law enforcement and state agencies: military equipment: funding, acquisition, and use.
Existing law designates the Department of General Services as the agency for the State of California responsible for distribution of federal surplus personal property, excepting food commodities, and requires the department to, among other things, do all things necessary to the execution of its powers and duties as the state agency for the distribution of federal personal surplus property, excepting food commodities, in accordance with specified federal law. Existing law, the Federal Surplus Property Acquisition Law of 1945, authorizes a local agency, as defined, to acquire surplus federal property without regard to any law which requires posting of notices or advertising for bids, inviting or receiving bids, or delivery of purchases before payment, or which prevents the local agency from bidding on federal surplus property. Existing federal law authorizes the Department of Defense to transfer surplus personal property, including arms and ammunition, to federal or state agencies for use in law enforcement activities, subject to specified conditions, at no cost to the acquiring agency.
This bill would require a law enforcement agency, defined to include specified entities, to obtain approval of the applicable governing body, by adoption of a military equipment use policy, as specified, by ordinance at a regular meeting held pursuant to specified open meeting laws, prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined. The bill would also require similar approval for the continued use of military equipment acquired prior to January 1, 2022.
The bill would allow the governing body to approve the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment within its jurisdiction only if it determines that the military equipment meets specified standards. The bill would require the governing body to annually review the ordinance and to either disapprove a renewal of the authorization for a type, as defined, of military equipment or amend the military equipment use policy if it determines, based on an annual military equipment report prepared by the law enforcement agency, as provided, that the military equipment does not comply with the above-described standards for approval. The bill would specify these provisions do not preclude a county or local municipality from implementing additional requirements and standards related to the purchase, use, and reporting of military equipment by local law enforcement agencies.
This bill would also require a state agency, as defined, to create a military equipment use policy before engaging in certain activities, publish the policy on the agency’s internet website, and provide a copy of the policy to the Governor or the Governor’s designee, as specified. The bill would also require a state Attachment #G3B
agency that seeks to continue use of military equipment acquired prior to January 1, 2022, to create a military equipment use policy.
This bill would also include findings that the changes proposed by this bill address a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair and, therefore, apply to all cities, including charter cities.
By adding to the duties of local officials with respect to the funding, acquisition, and use of military equipment, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program.
The California Constitution requires local agencies, for the purpose of ensuring public access to the meetings of public bodies and the writings of public officials and agencies, to comply with a statutory enactment that amends or enacts laws relating to public records or open meetings and contains findings demonstrating that the enactment furthers the constitutional requirements relating to this purpose.
This bill would make legislative findings to that effect.
The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.
This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.
Digest Key
Vote: MAJORITY Appropriation: NO Fiscal Committee: YES Local Program: YES Bill Text
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
SECTION 1.
The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a) The acquisition of military equipment and its deployment in our communities adversely impacts the public’s safety and welfare, including increased risk of civilian deaths, significant risks to civil rights, civil liberties, and physical and psychological well-being, and incurment of significant financial costs. Military equipment is more frequently deployed in low-income Black and Brown communities, meaning the risks and impacts of police militarization are experienced most acutely in marginalized communities. (b) The public has a right to know about any funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment by state or local government officials, as well as a right to participate in any government agency’s decision to fund, acquire, or use such equipment.
(c) Decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used should give strong consideration to the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties, and should be based on meaningful public input.
(d) Legally enforceable safeguards, including transparency, oversight, and accountability measures, must be in place to protect the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties before military equipment is funded, acquired, or used.
(e) The lack of a public forum to discuss the acquisition of military equipment jeopardizes the relationship police have with the community, which can be undermined when law enforcement is seen as an occupying force rather than a public safety service.
SEC. 2.
Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) is added to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, to read:
CHAPTER 12.8. Funding, Acquisition, and Use of Military Equipment 7070.
For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
(a) “Governing body” means the elected body that oversees a law enforcement agency or, if there is no elected body that directly oversees the law enforcement agency, the appointed body that oversees a law enforcement agency. In the case of a law enforcement agency of a county, including a sheriff’s department or a district attorney’s office, “governing body” means the board of supervisors of the county.
(b) “Law enforcement agency” means any of the following:
(1) A police department, including the police department of a transit agency, school district, or any campus of the University of California, the California State University, or California Community Colleges. (2) A sheriff’s department.
(3) A district attorney’s office.
(4) A county probation department.
(c) “Military equipment” means the following:
(1) Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. (2) Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision. (3) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, two and one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. However, unarmored all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(4) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion.
(5) Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
(6) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. (7) Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this subdivision. (8) Firearms of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(9) Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(10) Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than .50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or a state agency.
(11) Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. (12) “Flashbang” grenades and explosive breaching tools, “tear gas,” and “pepper balls,” excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
(13) Taser Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and the Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD). (14) The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons. (15) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
(16) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) through (15), “military equipment” does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency. (d) “Military equipment use policy” means a publicly released, written document governing the use of military equipment by a law enforcement agency or a state agency that addresses, at a minimum, all of the following:
(1) A description of each type of military equipment, the quantity sought, its capabilities, expected lifespan, and product descriptions from the manufacturer of the military equipment. (2) The purposes and authorized uses for which the law enforcement agency or the state agency proposes to use each type of military equipment.
(3) The fiscal impact of each type of military equipment, including the initial costs of obtaining the equipment and estimated annual costs of maintaining the equipment. (4) The legal and procedural rules that govern each authorized use. (5) The training, including any course required by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, that must be completed before any officer, agent, or employee of the law enforcement agency or the state agency is allowed to use each specific type of military equipment to ensure the full protection of the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties and full adherence to the military equipment use policy.
(6) The mechanisms to ensure compliance with the military equipment use policy, including which independent persons or entities have oversight authority, and, if applicable, what legally enforceable sanctions are put in place for violations of the policy. (7) For a law enforcement agency, the procedures by which members of the public may register complaints or concerns or submit questions about the use of each specific type of military equipment, and how the law enforcement agency will ensure that each complaint, concern, or question receives a response in a timely manner.
(e) “State agency” means the law enforcement division of every state office, officer, department, division, bureau, board, and commission or other state body or agency, except those agencies provided for in Article IV (except Section 20 thereof) or Article VI of the California Constitution. (f) “Type” means each item that shares the same manufacturer model number. 7071.
(a) (1) A law enforcement agency shall obtain approval of the governing body, by an ordinance adopting a military equipment use policy at a regular meeting of the governing body held pursuant to the BagleyKeene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2) or the Ralph M. Brown Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5), as applicable, prior to engaging in any of the following:
(A) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to Section 2576a of Title 10 of the United States Code.
(B) Seeking funds for military equipment, including, but not limited to, applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers. (C) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing. (D) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the territorial jurisdiction of the governing body. (E) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body pursuant to this chapter. (F) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of, military equipment. (G) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided by this paragraph. (2) No later than May 1, 2022, a law enforcement agency seeking to continue the use of any military equipment that was acquired prior to January 1, 2022, shall commence a governing body approval process in accordance with this section. If the governing body does not approve the continuing use of military equipment, including by adoption pursuant to this subdivision of a military equipment use policy submitted pursuant to subdivision (b), within 180 days of submission of the proposed military equipment use policy to the governing body, the law enforcement agency shall cease its use of the military equipment until it receives the approval of the governing body in accordance with this section. (b) In seeking the approval of the governing body pursuant to subdivision (a), a law enforcement agency shall submit a proposed military equipment use policy to the governing body and make those documents available on the law enforcement agency’s internet website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue. (c) The governing body shall consider a proposed military equipment use policy as an agenda item for an open session of a regular meeting and provide for public comment in accordance with the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2) or the Ralph M. Brown Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5), as applicable.
(d) (1) The governing body shall only approve a military equipment use policy pursuant to this chapter if it determines all of the following:
(A) The military equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
(B) The proposed military equipment use policy will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties.
(C) If purchasing the equipment, the equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety. (D) Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment use policy that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying military equipment use policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance. (2) In order to facilitate public participation, any proposed or final military equipment use policy shall be made publicly available on the internet website of the relevant law enforcement agency for as long as the military equipment is available for use.
(e) (1) The governing body shall review any ordinance that it has adopted pursuant to this section approving the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment at least annually and, subject to paragraph (2), vote on whether to renew the ordinance at a regular meeting held pursuant to the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2) or the Ralph M. Brown Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5), as applicable.
(2) The governing body shall determine, based on the annual military equipment report submitted pursuant to Section 7072, whether each type of military equipment identified in that report has complied with the standards for approval set forth in subdivision (d). If the governing body determines that a type of military equipment identified in that annual military equipment report has not complied with the standards for approval set forth in subdivision (d), the governing body shall either disapprove a renewal of the authorization for that type of military equipment or require modifications to the military equipment use policy in a manner that will resolve the lack of compliance. (f) Notwithstanding subdivisions (a) to (e), inclusive, if a city contracts with another entity for law enforcement services, the city shall have the authority to adopt a military equipment use policy based on local community needs.
7072.
(a) A law enforcement agency that receives approval for a military equipment use policy pursuant to Section 7071 shall submit to the governing body an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved by the governing body within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The law enforcement agency shall also make each annual military equipment report required by this section publicly available on its internet website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The annual military equipment report shall, at a minimum, include the following information for the immediately preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment:
(1) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. (2) A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment. (3) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.
(4) The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military equipment report.
(5) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. (6) If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.
(b) Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing an annual military equipment report pursuant to this section, the law enforcement agency shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the general public may discuss and ask questions regarding the annual military equipment report and the law enforcement agency’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
7073.
(a) A state agency shall create a military equipment use policy prior to engaging in any of the following:
(1) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to Section 2576a of Title 10 of the United States Code.
(2) Seeking funds for military equipment, including, but not limited to, applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers. (3) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing. (4) Collaborating with a law enforcement agency or another state agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the territorial jurisdiction of the governing body. (5) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body pursuant to this chapter. (6) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, or to apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of, military equipment.
(7) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided by this subdivision. (b) No later than May 1, 2022, a state agency seeking to continue the use of any military equipment that was acquired prior to January 1, 2022, shall create a military equipment use policy. (c) A state agency that is required to create a military equipment use policy pursuant to this section shall do both of the following within 180 days of completing the policy:
(1) Publish the military equipment use policy on the agency’s internet website. (2) Provide a copy of the military equipment use policy to the Governor or the Governor’s designee. 7074.
The Legislature finds and declares that ensuring adequate oversight of the acquisition and use of military equipment is a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair as that term is used in Section 5 of Article XI of the California Constitution. Therefore, this chapter applies to all cities, including charter cities and shall supersede any inconsistent provisions in the charter of any city, county, or city and county.
7075.
Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a county or local municipality from implementing additional requirements and standards related to the purchase, use, and reporting of military equipment by local law enforcement agencies.
SEC. 3.
The Legislature finds and declares that Section 1 of this act, which adds Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, furthers, within the meaning of paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution, the purposes of that constitutional section as it relates to the right of public access to the meetings of local public bodies or the writings of local public officials and local agencies. Pursuant to paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution, the Legislature makes the following findings:
Requiring local agencies to hold public meetings prior to the acquisition of military equipment further exposes that activity to public scrutiny and enhances public access to information concerning the conduct of the people’s business.
SEC. 4.
No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution because the only costs that may be incurred by a local agency or school district under this act would result from a legislative mandate that is within the scope of paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution.
Ione Police Department Assembly Bill 481-
Military Equipment Inventory
Exhibit A
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This document has been created in accordance with California Assembly Bill 481 (AB-481), codified in California Government Code sections 7070-7075.
The equipment identified in this document is stored and/or used at the Ione Police Departmentoperated facilities.
It is the policy of the Ione Police Department to ensure we provide adequate public safety services in a transparent manner, including the purchase and use of military equipment. Decisions regarding the use, procurement, and funding of military equipment should take into consideration the public's welfare, safety, and civil rights and allow for public input.
The Department shall make the following considerations before seeking authorization for purchasing military equipment:
• The equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that could provide the same objective of deputy and civilian safety.
• The equipment is reasonably cost-effective compared to alternatives that can achieve the same objectives of deputy and civilian safety.
The procurement or use of any new type of military equipment not already in possession of the Department or approved on the current Military Equipment Policy will require the approval of the Ione City Council. These procedures are also outlined in the Ione Police Department Policy Section 709.
Ione Police Department Policy 709 Military Use Equipment may be referred to for additional information regarding:
• The definition and types of military equipment as defined in California Government Code section 7070 (c)(1)-(16).
• The approval process for the purchase of any additional military equipment. • The requirements for the annual review of the Military Equipment Report as defined by California Government Code Section 7071(e).
The Ione Police Department is subject to independent oversight by the Amador County Grand Jury. Additionally, the actions of peace officers may be subject to review for violations of California law by the Amador County District Attorney's office, and the California State Attorney General's Office. Additionally, the U.S. Attorney has the ability to investigate and prosecute for violations of federal civil rights laws under color of authority.
Violations of the Military Equipment Use Policy by members of the Police Department may result in sanctions including suspension or termination.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Command and Control Vehicles
2.0 Firearms/ammunition of .50 caliber or greater
3.0 Specialized firearms/ammunition less than .50 caliber
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1.1 Command and Control Vehicles
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
Command Vehicle
Description Command Vehicle – 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
Quantity 1
Capability A vehicle used as a mobile office that provides shelter, access to department computer systems, mobile dispatch center during extended large pre-planned events, natural disasters, searching for missing persons, and community events.
Life Span 100,000 – 130,000 Miles
Manufacturer's Desc This is a standard 2016 Chevrolet chassis developed as a command vehicle. There is no specific manufacturer description.
Purpose The command vehicle is utilized as a remote command center in the event of the loss of its primary command center located at 1 E. Main St.
Legal IPD Policy 705.5 – Special Purpose Vehicles. The department shall only utilize this equipment for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal Law and applicable department policy.
Costs Initial Cost: $47,000
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: As needed
Year Obtained: 202
How was it Bought: City Funds
Required Training No additional training. Class C license.
1.0 CATEGORY – 5 COMMAND AND CONTROL VEHICLES THAT ARE EITHER
BUILT OR MODIFIED TO FACILITATE OPERATIONAL CONTROL AND DIRECTION OF PUBLIC SAFETY UNITS.
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2.1 Bean Bag Shotgun
2.0 CATEGORY 8 – FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION OF .50 CALIBER OR
GREATER, EXCLUDING STANDARD-ISSUE SHOTGUNS AND STANDARD-ISSUE
SHOTGUN AMMUNITION
Remington Model 870™ Bean
Bag Shotgun
Description Remington Model 870™ Bean Bag Shotgun
Quantity 6
Capability Beanbag shotguns can fire a 12-gauge beanbag round with a maximum effective range of sixty feet.
Life Span 25 Years
Manufacturer's Desc The Remington Model 870™ is a pump-action shotgun design with ultimate strength, durability, silky-smooth bind-free action, with sleek and classical lines. As one of the most popular shotguns, the Model 870 is offered in dozens of configurations to suit hundreds of applications.
Purpose Beanbags are less-lethal munitions used as an option to de-escalate a potentially dangerous/deadly situation, with a reduced potential for death or serious injury to all persons involved. It is accepted that the probability exists for bodily harm to occur. However, it must also be accepted that the application of such force may be the only alternative to using lethal force to stop the subject's actions. Situations when the deployment of less-lethal beanbags is authorized but not limited to include self-destructive, dangerous, and/or combative individuals.
Legal Use of Force Policy, Control Devices and Techniques Policy, LessLethal Policy. The department shall only utilize this equipment for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal Law and applicable department policy.
Costs Initial Cost:
approximately $500
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: $0 to $25 per year
Years Obtained: Unknown
How was it Bought: Unknown
Required Training Officers that have been trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun undergo thorough classroom and live-fire training in its use and application.
Additionally, officers trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency and certification.
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3.1 AR-15 Style Semiautomatic Rifle
3.0 Category 10 - AR-15 Style Semiautomatic Rifle
AR-15 Style
Semiautomatic Rifle
Description Firearms that are fired from shoulder level, having a long spirally grooved barrel intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.
Quantity 19
Capability Carbine-style firearms owned by this department that can fire .223/5.56mm caliber projectiles accurately over 100 yards.
Life Span No Expiration
Manufacturer's Desc The carbine rifle is a firearm capable of stopping an armed subject at various distances. It is a lightweight, air-cooled, gas-operated, magazine fed shoulder fired weapon capable of operating in semiautomatic and selective fire modes. These rifles fire a .223 or 5.56 caliber cartridge, which is capable of penetrating soft body armor worn by armed subjects.
Purpose Members may deploy the patrol rifle in any circumstance where the member can reasonably expect the rifle to be needed. Examples of some general guidelines for deploying the patrol rifle may include, but are not limited to:
a. Situations where the member reasonably anticipates an armed encounter.
b. When a member is faced with a situation that may require accurate and effective fire at long range.
c. Situations where a member reasonably expects the need to meet or exceed a suspect's firepower.
d. When a member reasonably believes that there may be a need to fire on a barricaded person or a person with a hostage.
e. When a member reasonably believes that a suspect may be wearing body armor.
f. When authorized or requested by a supervisor.
g. When needed to euthanize an animal.
Legal All applicable federal, state, and local laws governing police use of force, and various Ione Police Department policies regarding use of force and firearms. Refer to Ione PD Policies 300 and 312, for more information on the use and training of Patrol Rifles.
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Costs Unit Cost: $1,039.75 per unit
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: $0 to $25 per year
Years Obtained: Unknown
How was it Bought: Unknown
Required Training Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all members operating any rifle must pass a range qualification and training quarterly.
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3.2 Remington Bronze .223
Remington Bronze .223
Ammunition
Description Remington Bronze .223 Ammunition
Quantity 3000
Capability Long Range Ammunition
Life Span 25 Years
Manufacturer's Desc Great for plinking, hunting and target shooting, the PMC Bronze .223 Remington 55-Grain Rifle Ammunition is designed with a non-corrosive boxer primer that allows for multiple reloads. The muzzle velocity and muzzle energy ensure consistent performance.
Purpose Range training
Legal Use of Force Policy, Control Devices and Techniques Policy, LessLethal Policy. The department shall only utilize this equipment for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal Law and applicable department policy.
Costs Initial Cost: .64 Cents a
round
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: $0 per year Years
Obtained: 12/2022
How was it Bought: Ione Police Department Budget
Required Training Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all members operating any rifle must pass a range qualification and training quarterly.
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3.2 Speer LE .223 Ammunition
Speer LE .223 Ammunition
Description Speer LE Gold Dot .223 Rem Duty Ammunition
Quantity 200
Capability Long Range Ammunition
Life Span 25 Years
Manufacturer's Desc Speer® Gold Dot® ammunition’s reliability has made it the No. 1 choice for law enforcement, and we offer the same performance for self-defense rifle applications. Gold Dot rifle is engineered to provide industry-leading performance in FBI protocol testing through barrels less than 16 inches long. Its bullets are built using Speer’s exclusive Uni-Cor® method. The jacket is bonded to the core one atom at a time, virtually eliminating core-jacket separation and creating a projectile that’s accurate, tough and consistent through all common barriers.
Purpose Duty ammunition for patrol rifles
Legal Use of Force Policy, Control Devices and Techniques Policy, LessLethal Policy. The department shall only utilize this equipment for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal Law and applicable department policy.
Costs Initial Cost: $1.69around
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: $0 per year
Years Obtained: 2021
How was it Bought: Ione Police Department Budget
Required Training Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all members operating any rifle must pass a range qualification and training quarterly.
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Federal Laboratories 203A
Launcher
Description Federal Laboratories 203A Launcher
Quantity 1
Capability The FL-203A Less-Lethal Launcher is a single shot, shoulder-fired device that fires non-lethal munitions and liquids. Its ammunition includes 37 and 38mm baton and tear gas rounds. The baton rounds are cylindrical, rubber projectiles. Projectiles provide blunt impact, marking, and oleoresin capsicum (OC) effects to deny access, move, and/or suppress individuals from 5–15 meters.
Life Span No lifespan indicated by the manufacturer. Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.
Manufacturer's Desc The FL-203A Less-Lethal Launcher is constructed from durable materials, with comfortable ergonomics, and an easy-tooperate safety. The FL-203A Launcher is equipped with iron sights.
Purpose The FL-203A is a less-lethal, single-shot launcher that launches plastic sphere projectiles. The plastic spheres burst on impact and release paint or contain PAVA powder (The name "PAVA" stands for Pelargonic Acid Vanillyl Amide, also called Nonivamide, and is the organic compound characteristically in natural chili pepper). The OC powder can effectively control, dissuade or disperse an individual(s) engaged in violent or riotous behavior.
Legal Use of Force Policy, Crowd Demonstration and Management Policy, and Control Devices and Techniques Policy. The department shall only utilize this equipment for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal Law and applicable department policy.
Costs Initial Cost: $299.99
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: $0-$100
Year Obtained: Unknown
How was it Bought: Received through DRMO (military surplus) Required Training Officers authorized to carry and use the FL-203A must have completed the POST-approved Less-Lethal course.
4.1 Federal Laboratories 203A Launcher
4.0 14 – KINETIC ENERGY WEAPONS AND MUNITIONS
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4.2 Bean Bag Rounds
Bean Bag
(12-Gauge)
Description 12-Gauge Shotgun Bean Bag Rounds
Quantity 0
Capability Beanbag shotguns can fire a 12-gauge beanbag round with a maximum effective range of 75 feet.
Life Span Five years from manufacturer date
Manufacturer's Desc The Drag Stabilized™ 12-Gauge Round is a translucent 12-gauge shell loaded with a 40-gram tear-shaped bag made from a cotton and ballistic material blend and filled with #9 shot. This design utilizes four stabilizing tails and utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant.
The 12-Gauge Drag Stabilized Round has secured its place as the law enforcement communities' number one choice for specialty impact munitions. This round has a velocity of 270 feet per second with a maximum effective range of 75 feet.
Purpose Beanbag shotguns used with beanbag rounds may be deployed to impact subjects who demonstrate assaultive or life-threatening behavior. Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon. The main objectives that officers attempt to achieve in using a beanbag round on a subject exhibiting any of the criteria mentioned above are to effect investigative detention or arrest; control a subject who is in lawful custody; prevent an escape; or protect the officer, the subject, or another person from injury or death.
Legal Use of Force Policy, Crowd and Demonstration Management Policy, and Control Devices and Techniques Policy, First Amendment Assemblies Policy. The department shall only utilize this equipment for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal Law and applicable department policy.
Costs Initial Cost: $6 Each
Re-Occurring Costs: $0
Maintenance Costs: $0
Year Obtained: N/A
How was it Bought: Ione Police Department Budget
Required Training Officers that have been trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun undergo thorough classroom and live-fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Agenda Item #G4
DATE: JANUARY 30, 2023
TO: MAYOR LAFAYNE AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: KASEY GUEVARA, ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST
SUBJECT: IONE 4-H LEASE OF HOWARD PARK BARN
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve Resolution 2024-* A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Ione Authorizing an Agreement Between the City go Ione and the Regents of the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources Cooperative Extension.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Ione 4-H will reimburse the City for water and power usage.
BACKGROUND:
The barn at Howard Park is located on the Southwestern portion of the park and currently holds five large stalls with paddocks and five large paddocks without stalls. There is also a large area of flat land surrounding the barn that can be utilized for other 4-H related projects. The barn is occasionally used by renters to keep their horses but is not rented out on a consistent basis.
The City met with Ione 4-H Club in October 2023 to tour the barn and surrounding area. Ione 4- H thought is would be suitable to keep larger project animals such as steers, goats, sheep or pigs.
At the January 30, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission, the Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the lease agreement between the City and the Regents of the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources Cooperative Extension.
DISCUSSION:
Ione 4-H is interested in leasing the barn to house fair animals for 4-H members that do not have the ability to care for them at their homes. Ione 4-H would keep larger animals at the barn such as sheep, swine, cattle etc. Ione 4-H will also be able to have meetings and store any needed supplies and equipment at the barn as well. With permission from the City, Ione 4-H will be responsible for any updates and improvements the barn may need in order to make it compatible for keeping animals.
Ione 4-H will also have first right of refusal with the barn. If prospective renters are interested in renting available stalls in the barn, they will need to contact the City. The City will determine availability with Ione 4-H.
The agreement will be valid through June 30, 2024. Ione 4-H is only able to contract per fiscal year. The agreement can be renegotiated at that time. Central Sierra Cooperative Extension, the entity that Ione 4-H falls under, has already signed the attached agreement.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Howard Park Barn Lease agreement
B. Resolution 2024-**
AGREEMENT FOR IONE COMMUNITY 4-H CLUB AND ITS
USE OF THE BARN AT HOWARD PARK
This License Agreement ("Agreement") for the use of the Howard Park barn is entered into this ______, by and between the City of lone, a California municipal corporation, through its Parks & Recreation Department ("City"), and The Regents of the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Cooperative Extension.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates Howard Park, as depicted on Exhibit "A" hereto; and
WHEREAS, the City of Ione owns a barn located at Howard Park located at 600 Church Street; and
WHEREAS, the barn has one single stall inside, four double stalls inside, and eight double outside pens; and
WHEREAS, the barn is furnished with power and water; and WHEREAS, surrounding the barn there is a grassy area and a wash rack; and WHEREAS, Ione Community 4H is a subsidiary of Central Sierra Cooperative Extension; and
WHEREAS, Ione Community 4H is a service club is the area whose mission is to engage youth in reaching their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development; and
WHEREAS, Ione Community 4-H Club desires to use the barn at Howard Park to store club equipment, have meetings and keep market animals from January to December of each year of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to grant Ione Community 4-H Club permission to use the barn; and
WHEREAS, individuals will occasionally want to rent available spaces in the barn to keep their animals; and
WHEREAS, Ione Community 4-H Club will have first right of refusal of the barn at Howard Park for the duration of their contract and those wishing to rent shall contact the City for permission to use; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals, the mutual covenants herein contained and such other and further consideration as is hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
PARTICIPATING AGENCIES AND DESIGNATED CONTACT PERSONS
City Representative:
Amy Gedney, Interim City Manager
City of lone
#1 Main Street
Ione, CA 95640
Tel: (209) 274-2412, Ext. 116
Central Sierra Cooperative Extension:
JoLynn Miller, Central Sierra Director & 4-H
Youth Development Advisor
52 North Washington
Sonora, CA 95370
Tel: (209) 256-6333
1. Term:
A. This Agreement will be valid from date of approval through and continuing for one year from date of approval.
B. At one year, the terms and conditions will be evaluated by all Parties.
C. At one year, the Agreement may be extended by request of either party for a three-year term. If the Agreement is still active at the third year, both parties may agree to extend the Agreement an additional three years.
D. If either party fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement when due and called for, the party shall be in default if it fails to cure such default within thirty (30) days after written notice from the non-defaulting party of such default; provided, however, that if the nature of a non-monetary default is the result of a force majeure occurrence or is otherwise of a nature such that it cannot be fully cured within that thirty (30) day period, the party in default shall have such additional time as is reasonably necessary to cure the default so long as the party in default is proceeding diligently to complete the necessary cure after service of notice by the non-defaulting party. If Ione Community 4-H Club remains in default after the 30-day cure period this Agreement may be terminated at the City's option.
2. Mutual Covenants:
A. The City will:
a. Monitor. Monitor the Park and City Facilities to ensure all commitments are being adhered to.
B. IONE COMMUNITY 4-H will:
a. 1. Reimbursement. Reimburse the City of Ione for water and power costs on a monthly basis for the term of the contract. This will be paid by the 15th of every month of the term of the contract. Prior to the anniversary of the third year of this Agreement, both parties shall negotiate in good faith an appropriate reimbursement in a continuing effort to help the city offset rising operations and maintenance cost associated with the barn.
b. Ione Community 4-H Club Use. Conduct Ione Community 4-H Club functions at the barn in accordance with applicable laws and City policies, including all OSHA regulations and standards. Ione Community 4-H Club shall not use the barn, nor permit others to use the barn in a way that will create a hazardous condition at the barn or surrounding areas. The Community 4-H Club Leader shall inspect the premises prior to any use to ensure no hazardous conditions are present. c. Improvements. Obtain permission from the city to invest in the development of the Howard Park barn and surrounding area through donations, grants and fund-raising efforts and help the city to make capital improvements to the barn as grants, donations and fundraising allow.
d. Equipment. Provide and maintain the necessary equipment for the barn at Howard Park for the use of Ione Community 4-H Club. This would include hoses for watering, field rakes, shovels, weed eaters, animal waterers, etc. e. Insurance. Maintain insurance, naming the City of Ione as an additional insured, and will maintain additional property insurance covering items kept at the barn. f. Conservation. Assist Parks and Recreation Department staff to conserve both water and electrical power associated with the facilities.
3. Exclusivity & Scheduling:
This is an exclusive contract for Ione Community 4-H Club to use the Howard Park barn.
However, Ione Community 4-H Club shall maintain first right of refusal for the purpose of holding meetings, fair practices and storing equipment during the year, each year for duration of this Agreement. Ione Community 4-H shall request approval from the City for any events that are outside of meetings, fair practices, and storing equipment.
4. Insurance:
The Ione Community 4-H Club shall procure and maintain for the duration of this Agreement casualty and general liability insurance in commercially reasonable amounts, or as required by California Law, insuring against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with Ione Community 4-H Club’s use of the City Facilities or performance under this Agreement. The coverage shall in no event be less than $1,000,000 in primary coverage.
a. The City, its officers, agents and employees are to be covered as additional insured.
The policy shall not contain any special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to the City, its officers, agents and employees. b. For any claim related to this Agreement, Ione Community 4-H Club's insurance shall be the primary insurance as it relates to claims made against the City, its officers, officials and employees. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials or employees shall be excess of the Ione Community 4-H Club's insurance and shall not contribute to it.
c. Ione Community 4-H Club’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom a claim is made, or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of insurer's liability.
d. Each insurance policy required by this Section shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided or cancelled by either Party, reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty (30) days prior (10 days for non-payment of premium) written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City. Ione Community 4-H Club shall also provide the same notice to the City. e. Ione Community 4-H Club shall furnish the City with original endorsements effecting coverage required by this Section. The endorsements are to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. All endorsements are to be received and approved by the City within thirty (30) days from execution of this Agreement.
f. Any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the parties, including breach of warranties, shall not affect coverage provided the City, its officers, agents and employees.
5. Indemnity:
Ione Community 4-H Club shall indemnify and hold City and its officers, employees, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers harmless from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including attorneys' fees and costs arising out the use or other activities described in this Agreement by Ione Community 4-H Club, caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or omission of Ione Community 4-H Club, its agents, employees and volunteers or anyone directly or indirectly associated with Ione Community 4-H Club or anyone whose acts for which Ione Community 4-H Club may be liable, except where such liability is caused by the active negligence, sole negligence or willful misconduct of City, its officers, officials or employees.
6. Assignment:
Ione Community 4-H Club agrees that it will not assign this Agreement or any interest herein without first obtaining the prior written consent of City. Any assignment without the City's consent shall be voidable, and, at City's election, shall constitute a default.
7. Dispute Resolution:
If, during the performance of this Agreement, a dispute arises between Ione Community 4-H Club and City that cannot be settled by discussions, Ione Community 4-H Club shall submit a written statement within ten [10] days of the incident giving rise to the dispute to the City. A decision by the City Administrator shall be made to the Ione Community 4-H Club within seven [7] days, in writing. Ione Community 4-H Club reserves the right to appeal City Administrator's decision to the City Council. City Council's decision shall be binding and final. Ione 4-Club and City shall continue to perform Agreement requirements without interruption during the dispute period.
8. General Terms and Conditions.
The terms and conditions contained in this Agreement shall govern and shall take precedence over any different or additional terms and conditions that Ione Community 4-H Club may have included in any documents attached to or accompanying this Agreement. Any handwritten changes on the face of this document shall be ignored and have no legal effect unless initialed by both parties.
8.1 Choice of Law, Forum Selection, Entire Agreement and Modifications This Agreement shall be construed under California law (without regard for choice-oflaw considerations) and the policies and procedures of the City, as amended from time to time. Any action arising out of this Agreement shall be heard by a state court in California. For this purpose, Ione Community 4-H Club specifically consents to jurisdiction in Amador County. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement and understanding of the parties and replaces any prior or contemporaneous agreement, whether written or oral.
8.2 Use of City Name or Logo.
Ione Community 4-H Club agrees not to use the name, logo, or any other marks (including, but not limited to, colors and music) owned by or associated with the City or the name of any representative of the City in any sales promotion work or advertising, or any form of publicity, without the written permission of the City in each instance.
8.3 Terms of Payment.
Subject to the conditions below, payment shall be made by Ione Community 4-H Club within 15 days upon City's presentation of an invoice for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement.
8.4 Termination.
The City may terminate this Agreement in whole or in part for Cause upon thirty (30) days written notice if Ione Community 4-H Club fails to comply with any material term or condition of this Agreement, becomes insolvent or files for bankruptcy protection, or fails to comply in a material way with the requirements of this Agreement. Late delivery of services, or services that are defective or do not conform to the Agreement shall, without limitation, be causes allowing the City to terminate for cause.
8.5 Independent Ione Community 4-H Club.
Ione community 4-H Club shall perform its duties hereunder as an independent Ione Community 4-H Club and not as an employee of the City. Neither Ione community 4-H Club nor any agent or employee of Ione Community 4-H Club shall be or shall be deemed to be an agent or employee of the City. Ione community 4-h club shall pay when due all required employment taxes and income tax withholding, including all federal and state income tax on any monies paid pursuant to this agreement. Ione Community 4-H Club acknowledges that Ione Community 4-H Club and its employees are not entitled to tax withholding, worker's compensation, unemployment compensation, or any employee benefits, statutory or otherwise. Ione Community 4-H Club shall have no authorization, express or implied, to bind the City to any agreements, liability, or understanding except as expressly set forth herein. Ione Community 4-H club shall be solely responsible for the acts of Ione Community 4-H Club, its employees, and agents.
8.6 Non-Waiver.
No waiver by any party of any default or nonperformance shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent default or nonperformance.
8.7 Limitation on City Liability.
In No Event Shall The City Be Liable For Any Indirect, Consequential, Incidental, Lost Profits Or Like Expectancy Damages Arising Out Of The Agreement. The City's Maximum Obligation Under This Agreement Shall Not Exceed $7,500.
8.8 Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Targeted Group Business.
The City is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation and is committed to transacting business only with firms who follow these practices. Ione Community 4-H Club must apply every good. faith effort to ensure implementation of this policy in their practices of employment, upgrade, demotion or transfer, recruitment, or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Ione 4-H Club will maintain non-segregated facilities for their employees and not allow their employees to perform services at any segregated facilities under its control. By accepting this Agreement, Ione Community 4-H Club certifies that it complies with all applicable federal and state laws as well as City policies related to non-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, and affirmative action.
8.9 Compliance with Ordinances and Regulations.
Ione Community 4-H Club agrees to abide by all applicable laws and regulations and all rules, notices, prohibitions instructions, or directions posted on any park or trail sign by the City. This includes closures. The Ione Community 4-H Club is not authorized to alter, construct, erect, or remove any structure within a park or on a trail without permission from the City. This includes the physical alteration of structures. The Ione Community 4- H Club agrees to not assemble for the purpose of which, in fact, results in blocking or obstructing the lawful use by any other person of any portion of a park or trail or any structure in a park or on a trail or any position of access or exit to or from any park, trail, structure therein. This includes blocking off entrance drives and parking areas. Ione Community 4-H Club agrees not to charge admission, collect fees or payment for any activity, event, service or use of any land or facility in a park or on a trail without permission from the City. This includes charging a fee for the use of parking spaces.
8.10 Severability.
If any provision of this Agreement shall be invalid or unenforceable with respect to any party, the remainder of the Agreement, or the application of such provision to persons other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected and each provision of the remainder of the Agreement shall be valid and be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
8.11 Survivability.
The terms, provisions, representations, and warranties contained in this Agreement that by their sense and context are intended to survive the performance thereof by any of the parties hereunder shall so survive the completion of performance and termination of this Agreement, including the making of any and all payments hereunder.
8.12 Notices.
All notices, requests, or other communications required hereunder shall be sufficient only if given in writing and shall be deemed given only when delivered personally or deposited in the United States mails by certified or registered mail, postage prepaid addressed as follows:
If to the City:
City of lone
Attn: City Manager
P.O. Box 398
lone, CA 95640
If to Central Sierra Cooperative Extension
Central Sierra Cooperative Extension
Attn: Central Sierra Director & 4-H Youth Development Advisor 311 Fair Lane
Placerville, CA 95667
Such addresses may be changed by either party by written advice as to the new address delivered to the other party at the address provided above.
8.13 Multiple Counterparts
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be an original, but all of which shall constitute one and the same document. Facsimile or electronic signatures shall have the same effect as original signatures.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of Ione, a municipal corporation, has caused this Agreement to be executed in duplicate by its City Manager and attested to by its City Clerk; and Ione Community 4-H Club has caused this Agreement to be executed by its authorized agent.
CITY OF IONE
By ___________________________
Amy Gedney, Interim City Manager
IONE COMMUNITY 4-H CLUB
By _______________________________
JoLynn Miller, Central Sierra Director & 4-H
Youth Development Advisor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By __________________________
Andy Pinasco, City Attorney
By __________________________
Janice Traverso, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT B
Standard Hold Harmless/Indemnification Clause Recognizing Property Owner's Interests
(While Not Placing Unacceptable Liability on the University of California) THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA shall defend, indemnify, and hold [Name of other entity or person: ], its officers, employees, and agents harmless from and against any and all liability, loss, expense (including reasonable attorney's fees), or claims for injury or damages arising out of the performance of this Agreement, but only in proportion to and to the extent such liability, loss, expense, attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or damages are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts or omissions of THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, its officers, employees, or agents.
County Director's Name and Signature:
______
Date: __
County Name:
University of California
Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources
Cooperative Extension
Authorized Name and Signature of the other entity:
______
Date: _
USE THIS LANGUAGE TO MODIFY AN EXISTING CONTRACT/AGREEMENT.
CITY OF IONE, CA
CITY OF IONE, CA
CERTIFICATE OF
SELF-INSURANCE COVERAGE
Date: June 15, 2023
PRODUCER/INSURED
The Regents of the University of California
Office of the President
Office of Risk Services
1111 Franklin St., 10th Floor
Oakland, CA 94607-5200
510-98 7 -9832
This Certificate is issued as a matter of information only to authorized viewers for their internal use only and confers no rights upon any viewer of this Certificate.
The Certificate does not amend, extend or alter the coverage described below.
This Certificate may only be copied, printed and distributed by an authorized viewer for its internal use. Any other use, duplication or distribution of the Certificate without the written consent of the Regents of the University of California is prohibited.
ENTITIES AFFORDING COVERAGE
COMPANY LETTER A The Regents of the University of California
PARTICIPATION
100 %
COVERAGES
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IS A GOVERNMENTAL ENTITY THAT HAS A SELF-FUNDED
RETENTION FOR LIABILITIES DESCRIBED BELOW, NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY WRITTEN CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY PERTAIN. THIS SELF-FUNDED PROGRAM IS
SUBJECT TO ALL PROVISIONS OF THE BYLAWS AND STANDING ORDERS OF THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, WHICH
DOES NOT PERMIT ANY ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY WHICH DOES NOT RESULT FROM THE NEGLIGENT ACTS OR OMISSIONS OF ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES.
co TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFFECTIVE DATE POLICY EXPIRATION DATE LIMITS LTR
$ GENERAL LIABILITY GENERAL AGGREGATE Not applicable
A 7 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY PRODUCTS-COMP/OP AGG $ 5,000,000 f--:=i CLAIMS MADE~ OCCURRENCE Self-Insured July 1, 2023 July 1, 2024 PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ 5,000,000 CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY $ 5,000,000
,__ EACH OCCURRENCE $ 5,000,000
f--
$
~UTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT Not applicable f--
A ANY AUTO
x ALL OWNED BODILY INJURY $ 2,500,000
- AUTOS (PER PERSON)
SCHEDULED Self-Insured July 1, 2023 July 1, 2024
x AUTOS
HIRED AUTOS BODILY INJURY $ 2,500,000
x
(PER ACCIDENT)
NON-OWNED
- AUTOS
GARAGE LIABILITY PROPERTY DAMAGE $ 2,500,000
$
PROPERTY EACH OCCURRENCE 10,000,000
~ FIRE & EXTENDED PERILS Self-Insured July 1, 2023 July 1, 2024 AGGREGATE $ Not applicable $
$ =9
STATUTORY LIMITS
v,. WORKERS' COMPENSATION AND Self-Insured July 1, 2023 July 1, 2024 EACH ACCIDENT $ As required by EMPLOYERS LIABILITY California Law
DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $ As required by
California Law
DISEASE - EACH EMPLOYEE $ As required by
California Law
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONSNEHICLES/SPECIAL ITEMS
ADDITIONAL COVERED PARTY- AS REQUIRED BY WRITTEN CONTRACT OR AGREEMENT WITH RESPECT TO GENERAL LIABILITY
AND AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY
LOSS PAYEE - AS REQUIRED BY WRITTEN CONTRACT OR AGREEMENT WITH RESPECT TO PROPERTY COVERAGE
CERTIFICATE HOLDER
APPLICABLE PARTY AS REQUIRED BY WRITTEN CONTRACT
OR AGREEMENT
CANCELLATION
SHOULD THE REGENTS ELECT TO DISCONTINUE SELF-INSURING ITS
LIABILITIES, THE REGENTS WILL UPDATE PROOF OF SELF-INSURANCE ON ITS WEBSITE. THE REGENTS SHALL NOT BE OBLIGATED TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUAL NOTICE TO VENDORS OR OTHERS.
By: /~uf~
KEVIN CONFETTI, AVP & CHIEF RISK OFFICER
Attachment #G4B
RESOLUTION 2024-*
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IONE AUTHORIZING
AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IONE AND THE REGENTS OF THE
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES,
COOPERATIVE EXTENSTION
WHEREAS, at the January 30, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Ione, the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of a lease agreement between the City of Ione and The Regents of the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources Cooperative Extension; and
WHEREAS, the Ione Community 4-H Club has expressed interest in keeping project animals at the Howard Park Barn.
WHEREAS, the Howard Park Barn sits at the southwestern portion of the barn and is occasionally used by renters but remains largely unoccupied.
WHEREAS, the Ione Community 4-H Club would like to keep project animals, store equipment, and hold meetings at the Howard Park Barn.
WHEREAS, the Ione Community 4-H Club would reimburse the City of Ione for water and power usage at the Barn
WHEREAS, the Ione Community 4-H Club would be responsible for any maintenance and improvements to the Barn or surrounding area with permission from the City.
WHEREAS, the Ione Community 4-H Club is only permitted to enter into a lease agreement per fiscal year.
WHEREAS, the lease agreement for the Howard Park Barn between the City of Ione and Ione Community 4-H Club will be valid through June 30, 2024 and then eligible for renegotiation.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Ione The foregoing Resolution was duly passed introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Ione at their regular meeting held on February 6, 2023, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
______________________________
Alyson LaFayne, Mayor
Attest:
Attachment #G4B
_______________________________
Janice Traverso, City Clerk
Agenda Item #G5
DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 2024
TO: ALISON LAFAYNE, MAYOR
DIANE WRATTEN, VICE MAYOR
DOMINIC ATLAN, COUNCIL MEMBER
JACK MITCHELL, COUNCIL MEMBER
STACY RHOADES, COUNCIL MEMBER
FROM: SALINA MITCHELL, RECREATION COORDINATOR
SUBJECT: 2024 RECREATION PROGRAM PLAN AND BUDGET
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommend approval by City Council of the City of Ione to Approve the Proposed 2024 Recreation Plan and 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Budget Appropriation.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The overall fiscal impact to the 2023/2024 fiscal year budget is $45,000, with an estimated revenue of $40,000. Total estimated costs for each program is listed below.
1. Pool operating costs: The operating cost for the pool for the 2024 summer season is estimated to be $41,146 with an anticipated revenue of $32,480 which would be a loss of $8,666. We are asking for a $43,000 budget appropriation.
2. Summer youth program operating costs: The operating costs for the summer youth program are estimated to be $16,927.75. Estimated revenue is expected to be $15,800 which would be a loss of $1,127.75. We are asking for a $17,000 budget appropriation.
3. Community recreation program operating costs: The operating costs for adult recreation programs is estimated to be $3,795 with an estimated revenue at $13,550.
Estimated profit is $9,755. We are asking for a $5,000 budget appropriation.
BACKGROUND:
At the October 3, 2023 Ione City Council Meeting, the City Council voted to establish a City of Ione run Recreation Program. At the October 17, 2023 meeting, Council approved the newly created position of Recreation Coordinator. Staff then recruited for and hired a Recreation Coordinator in December 2023.
Since starting on January 2, 2024, the Recreation Coordinator has been working on putting a detailed recreation program together for 2024.
At the January 30, 2024 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, the Commission voted to approve the 2024 Recreation Program and Budget.
DISCUSSION:
The attachments included in this report illustrate a detailed plan for recreation programming in the City for the upcoming year. The first being a robust pool schedule that will include the hiring and certification process of all pool staff, swim lessons, lap swim, water aerobics, youth swim, family swim, snack bar and facility party rental.
The attachments also illustrate a summer youth program. The summer youth program will be a six-week long program, that can be divided into two-week sessions, that caters to youth in 4th-7th grade. The summer youth program will focus on enrichment activities where students are able to learn about local history and culture as well as participate in more traditional camp activities such as games and team building exercises.
The recreation plan illustrates the proposed budget that would be needed to establish a robust City operated recreation program. Each cost has been broken down to reflect expected expenditures versus anticipated revenue to help offset the costs of planned recreational programming for this year. Attachment I1C illustrates this cost breakdown. Staff anticipates that operating the pool this year will be the largest expense but some of the larger upfront expenses such as the snack bar and pool equipment will not need to be repurchased for the next several years. Adult recreational programs will also assist in offsetting some of these costs.
POOL PLAN:
1. Staff Recruitment
The plan for the swimming pool this year begins with recruiting for and hiring ten lifeguards and one pool manager. Recruitment would begin on February 7, 2024 pending Council approval and conclude on March 7, 2024. Application review period would be from March 4-March 7. Interviews would be from March 11-March 15. Final candidate selection and notification is planned for March 21, 2024. Lifeguard certification would begin on March 25, 2024 with completed background checks and certifications done by April 25, 2024. The pool plan is designed to have 2 lifeguards on duty at all times when the pool is in operation.
2. Swim Lessons
Swim lesson sign-ups are planned for April 22-May 15. Schedules for swim lessons and water aerobics will be finalized on May 20, 2024. First day of swim lessons are planned for June 10, 2024. Swim lessons will we held Mon/Wed/Fri from 10AM-12PM and broken down into 0.5-hour blocks. Two swim classes will be held during each 0.5-hour block. Lessons will be separated out by age and ability.
3. Water Aerobics
Water aerobics are planned to start on Thursday, June 13, 2024 and will be scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00AM-10:00AM. Staff proposes that classes can be done on a drop-in basis.
4. Lap Swim/Adult Swim
Lap swim will be from 9:00AM-10:00AM on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and also 5:00PM-6:00PM on those days. Saturdays and Sundays will be 10:00AM-11:00AM.
Adult Swim and Lounge is planned for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00PM-6:00PM.
5. Family Swim
Family Swim is planned for Monday-Sunday from 12:00PM-4:00PM. These hours would be open to everyone for open swim. A snack bar will operate during family swim hours as well.
6. Birthday Parties
Staff proposes holding a 3-hour timeslot from 4:00PM-7:00PM on Saturdays and Sundays for birthday party rentals. The rental would include two lifeguards for the 3- hour period. Guests would be responsible for bringing all party materials and food.
POOL COSTS:
The total cost for running the pool all summer, including all staff costs and training as well as additional equipment such as lifeguard uniforms, safety equipment, pool furniture, snack bar supplies and misc. items is estimated to total $41,146 with revenue estimated to equal $32,480. This includes the estimated revenue from lap swim/family swim, swim lessons, water aerobics and birthday party rentals. Accounting for revenue and expenses, the total leftover cost to the City for running the pool for this season would be $8,666. Attachment I1C highlights the estimated revenue and expenses broken down.
SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM PLAN:
1. Staff Recruitment
Recruitment for staff is planned to begin on February 12, 2024. Deadline for applications will be April 2, 2024. Interviews are planned for April 9-April 18 with candidate notification and selection scheduled for April 23, 2024.
2. Program Sign-ups
Sign-ups for the summer youth program are planned for April 22-May 17 with a finalized activity schedule planned for May 13, 2024.
3. Program Schedule
The summer youth program is planned to be a 6-week program that will run from June 17- July 26. Hours are planned for Monday-Friday 8AM-12PM. Each week will have a different theme to focus on such as Explore Ione Week or Nature Week. More traditional camp team building activities and games will be incorporated into the week as well.
Program participants will have dedicated pool time on Thursdays from 10:00AM12:00PM. Meals will be included during the day with breakfast being handed out in the morning and lunch being served at 11:30AM before children go home.
SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM COSTS:
The cost estimate for the summer youth program including staff and additional supplies is estimated to total $16,927.75. Revenue is estimated for 40 kids at $395 per child for 6 weeks to total $15,800 which would leave a $1,127.75 cost for the City. The cost breakdown of this can also be viewed in Attachment I1C.
Worth highlighting in the cost breakdown, is that many of the start-up costs for the program such as athletic equipment and recreational equipment can be reused for years to come and will not need to be repurchased on a regular basis, therefor lowering program costs for future years.
COMMUNITY RECREATION PROGRAM PLAN:
Staff proposes offering community classes and leagues that would run during the summer months from May 6, 2024-September 29, 2024. Classes would be organized into ten 2- week sessions with four classes included in each section. Ideas for initial class offerings include adult dance classes, water aerobics, cooking classes, horse shoe league, and Coed Softball. The estimated cost for these proposed classes is $3,795 and estimated revenue is $13,550. Estimated profit for adult recreational classes is $9,755.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 2024-**
B. Pool Schedule Breakdown
C. Event Calendar
D. Cost Analysis Spreadsheet
E. Summer Youth Program Breakdown
F. 2023 Pool Invoices
Attachment #G5A
RESOLUTION 2024-*
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IONE AUTHORIZING A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FROM THE GENERAL FUND FOR THE 2023-2024 RECREATION PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, at the January 30, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Ione, the Parks and Recreation Commission approved the 2024 Recreation Program as outlined; and, WHEREAS, a budget appropriation for the 2024 Recreation Program in the amount of forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000) is recommended by the Parks & Recreation Commission for the remaining 2023/2024 fiscal year.
WHEREAS, Revenue for the 2024 Recreation Program is estimated to be approximately $40,000, with an increase in revenue in years following.
WHEREAS, the City was previously paying ACRA approximately $24,000 for management of the pool which included only free swim hours with no additional services. The approved pool schedule allows for lap swim, swim lessons, water aerobics, family swim, snack bar, Summer Youth Program swim time and facility party rentals for an estimated cost of $42,000, with a projected revenue of over $32,000, thus only costing the City approximately $10,000.
WHEREAS, the City will be implementing a Summer Youth Program at an estimated cost of $17,000, with an anticipated revenue of approximately $15,000, therefore only costing the City approximately $2,000.
WHEREAS, the City will also be implementing many Classes and activities for the adult community, at an estimated cost of $5,000, with an anticipated revenue of over $13,000, therefore bringing in a profit to the City of approximately $8,000.
WHEREAS, as a whole the 2024 Recreation Program estimates the need for $65,000 total budget with a total revenue of approximately $60,000 costing the City a total of $5,000. As the Program will run into our next fiscal year, we are only asking for a budget appropriation in the amount of $45,000 for the 2023/2024 fiscal year.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Ione hereby established a Recreation Programmatic Budget.
The foregoing Resolution was duly passed, introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Ione at their regular meeting held on February 6, 2023, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
______________________________
Attachment #G5A
Alyson LaFayne, Mayor
Attest:
_______________________________
Janice Traverso, City Clerk
MONTH: ACTIVITY: DATE/TIME:
January: Prepare plan of Action/Get approval and budget allocation 1/30; 2/6 February-March Hire staff; lifeguards, swim instructors, snack shack, pool manager 2/7-3/22 Purchase necessary items for clean-up day 2/26-3/8
Spring Clean-up at the pool 3/9-3/15
Training through American Red Cross 3/25-4/25
April Finalize sign-up process and payment collection 4/1-4/5 Announce pool programs & hours to the public 4/1
Contract with an aerobics instructor 4/1-4/25
Prepare for pool parties & events 4/1-4/30
Sign-ups for swim lessons 4/22-5/15
May Purchase remaining items for pool & programs 5/1-5/31 Finalize schedule for swim lessons, etc. 5/20-5/31
June-August: First day of work- Pool Manager Monday, June 3rd First day of work- Lifeguards, etc. Friday, June 7th
Pool Grand Opening Saturday, June 8th
4th of July Pool Party Thursday, July 4th
End of Summer Pool Party Sunday, August 11th
Mon, Wed, Fri AM Lap Swim 9:00-10:00
Swim Lessons 10:00-10:30
2 classes each time frame 10:30-11:00
11:00-11:30
11:30-12:00
Family Swim 12:00-4:00
snack bar open during family swim only 12:00-4:00
Swim Lessons 4:00-4:30
2 classes each time frame 4:30-5:00
PM Lap Swim 5:00-6:00
Tues & Thurs Water Aerobics 9:00-10:00
Youth Camp Swim (Thursdays only) 10:00-12:00
Family Swim 12:00-4:00
snack bar open during family swim only 12:00-4:00
Adult Swim/Lounge 4:00-6:00
Sat & Sun Lap Swim 10:00-11:00
Family Swim 11:00-4:00
snack bar open during family swim only 12:00-4:00
Pool Schedule
Daily Pool Schedule:
ATTACHMENT #G5B
Birthday Parties (if no party staff goes home) 4:00-7:00 Event: ACTIVITY: DATE/TIME:
Pool Clean-up Day plant flowers, put together furniture, paint snack shack, etc. Sat 3/9 - Fri 3/15 Kids Day Kids only- Ione elementary & middle school Friday 6/7 Ballon Arch, popsicles, music 1:00-4:00pm
Grand Opening Ballon arch, otter pops, music, food trucks Saturday 6/8 4th of July Party Red, white and blue décor, games in field, food trucks, music Thursday 7/4 picnic & on the lawn
Pool Activity/Event Schedule
February 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Post Job Openings- Pool
(2/7-3/8)
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Begin CoordinatingYouth activities &
guests, water aerobics,
etc.
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Post Job OpeningsSummer Youth Program
(2/19-3/21)
25 26 27 28 29
Purchase items &
organize volunteers for
Pool Beautification
project
ATTACHMENT #G5C
March 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Review ApplicationsPool staff/ Lifeguards
(Mar 4- Mar 7)
Deadline for Pool
Applicants
Schedule InterviewsPool staff/ LifeguardsPool Beautification Project
(Mar 9 – Mar 15)
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Interview- Pool staff/
Lifeguards
(Mar 11 – Mar 15)
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Final Selection/Notify
Candidates- Pool
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Begin Lifeguard & Swim
Instructor Certifications
(Mar 25-Apr 25)
31 April 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6
Announce- Pool/ swim
lessons/Summer Youth
Program
Deadline- Summer
Youth Applicants
Review Applications
(April 2-April 5)
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Schedule InterviewsSummer Youth Program
April 9 -April 18
Coordinate Meals for
Youth Program w/
ACUSD Food Services
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Summer Youth & Swim
Lesson Sign-ups begin
(April 15-May 17)
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Complete all
background checks and
certifications for staff
28 29 30
May 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Purchase all equipment
& supplies for Pool &
Youth Programs
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Finalize ScheduleDaily Activities for
Youth Program
Swim Lesson & Summer
Youth Sign-Ups End
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Finalize ScheduleSwim Lessons & Water
Aerobics
Prepare EB Hall & Grass
Area for Youth Program
26 27 28 29 30 31
Memorial Day! All Lose Ends- Pool &
Youth Program
(May 28-May 31)
June 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pool ManagerFirst day/Prep w/Rec
Coordinator 6/3-6/6
Lifeguards & pool staffFirst DayElementary & Jr. High
students swim only
(1:00-4:00)
Pool Grand Opening!
(10:00-6:00)
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
First Day/WeekPool/Swim ProgramsYouth Manager- First
Day/Prep w/Rec
Coordinator (6/7-6/14)
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
First DaySummer Youth CampFirst Day- Youth
Program Swim
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 July 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6
4th of July Pool Party!
No Youth Program
Thurs-Fri
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Last Day- Summer
Youth Program
28 29 30 31
August 2024
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Last Week- Pool
Programs & Classes
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
End of Summer/ Pool Back to School
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Staffing Costs: Staff per Shift Shifts per Day Cost per Employee Cost per Hour Cost per Shift Daily Cost Weekly Cost: Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
Mon-Fri 9:00-2:00 Pool Manager 1 1 $17.00 $17.00 $85.00 $85.00 $425.00 $3,655.00 $0.00 -$3,655.00 Mon-Fri 9:00-6:00
Sat-Sun 10:00-7:00 Lifeguards 2 3 $16.00 $32.00 $128.00 $384.00 $2,688.00 $23,117.00 $22,400.00 -$717.00 Mon, Wed, Fri
10:00-12:00/4:00-5:00 Swim Instructors 2 2 $16.00 $32.00 $64.00 $96.00 $288.00 $2,476.80 $4,160.00 $1,683.20 Mon-Fri 12:00-4:00
Sat-Sun 12:00-4:00 Snack Bar 1 1 No Additional No Additional No Additional No Additional No Additional $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Sat-Sun 4:00-7:00 Birthday Parties 2 1 $16.00 $32.00 $32.00 $96.00 No Additional $0.00 $3,360.00 $3,360.00 Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00-11:00/4:00-5:00
Water Aerobics
Instructor 1 2 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $50.00 $100.00 $800.00 $2,560.00 $1,760.00 Thursdays 10:00-
12:00 Youth Camp Swim 2 1 No Additional No Additional No Additional No Additional No Additional $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $30,048.80 $32,480.00 $2,431.20
Summer Swim Pass Individual/Family
Child/Senior-
$90 Adult- $120 Family- $420
Certification Costs: Staff to Certify Cost per
Employee Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
Pool Manager 1 $500.00 $500.00 $0.00 -$500.00
Lifeguards 8 $300.00 $2,400.00 $0.00 -$2,400.00
Swim Instructors 4 $300.00 $1,200.00 $0.00 -$1,200.00
$4,100.00 $0.00 -$4,100.00
Supplies & Equipment: Items Needed
Quantity
Needed Cost per Item Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
Lifeguard Uniforms 20 $100.00 $2,000.00 $0.00 -$2,000.00 Safety Equipment 20 $50.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 -$1,000.00
Pool Furniture 40 $100.00 $4,000.00 $0.00 -$4,000.00
Snack Bar
Equipment $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 -$1,000.00
Snack Bar Supplies $3,500.00 $3,500.00 $7,500.00 $4,000.00 Summer Pool & Youth Program Cost Analysis
POOL (Eight week program from Saturday, June 8th - Sunday, August 4th) Total Cost:
Total Cost:
ATTACHMENT #G5D
Misc. Items $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 -$1,000.00
$12,500.00 $7,500.00 -$5,000.00
$6,997.20 $0.00 $0.00
$41,146.00 $32,480.00 -$8,666.00
Staffing Costs: Staff per Shift Shifts per Day Cost per Employee Cost per Hour Cost per Shift Daily Cost Weekly Cost: Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
Mon-Thurs
7:45-12:45 Youth Manager 1 1 $17.00 $17.00 $85.00 $85.00 $340.00 $2,193.00 $0.00 -$2,193.00 Mon-Thurs 7:45-
12:45 Youth Leader 3 1 $16.00 $48.00 $240.00 $240.00 $960.00 $6,192.00 $15,800.00 $9,608.00 $8,385.00 $15,800.00 $7,415.00
Meals & Snacks Items Needed Quantity
Needed Cost per Item Cost per Day Weekly Cost Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
8:00 Breakfast 35 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
9:45 Snack 35 $1.00 $35.00 $245.00 $1,470.00 $0.00 -$1,470.00 11:30 Lunch 35 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
$1,470.00 $0.00 -$1,470.00
Supplies & Equipment: Items Needed Quantity
Needed Cost per Item Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
T-Shirts 50 $15.00 $750.00 $0.00 -$750.00
Floor Mats 300 sq ft $1.00 $300.00 $0.00 -$300.00
Storage Totes 10 $15.00 $150.00 $0.00 -$150.00
Movies 10 $100.00 $100.00 $0.00 -$100.00
Board Games 6 $35.00 $210.00 $0.00 -$210.00
Books &
Educational 10 $150.00 $150.00 $0.00 -$150.00
Outdoor Items $300.00 $300.00 $0.00 -$300.00
Art Supplies $600.00 $600.00 $0.00 -$600.00
Total Program Cost:
Total Cost:
Total Cost:
SUMMER YOUTH (Six week program from Monday, June 17th- Thursday, July 25th) 15% Program Contingency
Kitchen Essentials $300.00 $300.00 $0.00 -$300.00
Decorative &
Themed Items 6 $600.00 $600.00 $0.00 -$600.00
Athletic Equipment $300.00 $300.00 $0.00 -$300.00
Ping Pong Tables 2 $300.00 $600.00 $0.00 -$600.00
Project Related
Items 6 $600.00 $600.00 $0.00 -$600.00
$4,960.00 $0.00 -$4,960.00
$2,112.75 $0.00 $0.00
$16,927.75 $15,800.00 -$1,127.75
Staffing Costs:
Classes per
Week
Classes per
Session
Cost/person
per Class
Cost per
Session
Sessions per
Year
People Per
Session
Instructor
Cost/Class Cost: Revenue: Profit/Loss:
Tuesdays & Thursdays
7:00-8:00pm Adult Dance Class 2 4 $10.00 $40.00 10 15 $25.00 $1,000.00 $6,000.00 $5,000.00 Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00-11:00am Water Aerobics 2 Drop-In $10.00 N/A N/A 10 $25.00 $400.00 $1,600.00 $1,200.00 Wednesdays 6:30-
7:30 Cooking Classes 1
Schedule
Individually $25.00 $25.00 20 5 $25.00 $500.00 $2,500.00 $2,000.00 Saturdays 10:00-
11:30 Horse Shoe League 1 20 $0.00 $65.00 1 10 $15.00 $400.00 $650.00 $250.00 Thursdays & Fridays
6:00-9:00
Co-Ed Softball
League 1 8 Teams $35.00 $350 Team 1 80
Supplies
$1,000 $1,000.00 $2,800.00 $1,800.00
$3,300.00 $13,550.00 $10,250.00
$495.00 $0.00 $0.00
$3,795.00 $13,550.00 $9,755.00
15%Program Contingency
Total Program Costs:
Total Cost:
Total Cost:
Community Recreation Programs (Classes/Leagues are planned for 20 weeks from May 6th- September 29th. No classes on week of 4th of July) Total Program Costs:
15%Program Contingency
MONTH: ACTIVITY: DATE/TIME:
January: Prepare plan of Action/Get approval and budget allocation 1/30; 2/6 February-March: Hire staff; Youth Manager and Youth Leaders 2/19 - 3/28 Finalize daily projects, etc. 2/19-4/12
April-May: Finalize sign-up and payment collection process 4/1-4/5 Announce Program to the Public 4/15
Start sign-ups for Program 4/15-5/17
Prepare EB Hall and Grass Area 5/1-5/30
June-July: First day of work- Youth Manager 6/10
First day of work- Youth Leaders 6/13
First Day of Camp 6/17
Last Day of Camp 7/25
Mon & Wed Youth Manager pick-up breakfast & Lunches 7:30-8:00 Youth Leaders prep for arrival 7:30-8:00
Kids arrive/ eat breakfast/AM routine 8:00-8:30
Weekly Theme/Project 8:30-9:30
Outdoor Activity 9:30-10:30
Indoor Activity 10:30-11:30
Lunch/free time 11:30-12:00
Parent pick up 12:00-12:15
Staff clean-up and prep 12:15-12:30
Tues & Thurs Youth Manager pick-up breakfast & Lunches 7:30-8:00 Youth Leaders prep for arrival 7:30-8:00
Kids arrive/ eat breakfast/AM routine 8:00-8:30
Weekly Theme/Project 8:30-9:30
kids gather belongings, walk to the pool 9:30-10:00
Field Trip to the Pool 10:00-12:00
Eat lunch at the pool 11:30-12:00
parents pick-up at the pool 12:00-12:15
staff clean-up 12:15-12:30
Summer Youth Program
Daily Program Schedule:
ATTACHMENT #G5E
Theme: ACTIVITY: Date:
Explore Ione Learn history of Ione, do the walking tour, go to the library, Week 1:
go on a scavenger hunt 6/17-6/20
Talent Week chose & practice a talent, build your props or costume, Week 2:
perform talent, Guest comes to perform a talent 6/24-6/27 Patriot Week Learn about local heros, Make flags for soldiers, Week 3:
play a baseball game, etc. 7/1-7/3
Safety Week Learn about the roles of Police and Fire Week 4:
Visit Fire station, someone from Police/Fire come to speak 7/8-7/11 Picnic in the Park Nature walks, nature art projects, picnic meals, Week 5:
plant a garden 7/15-7/18
Carnival Week Play carnival games for prizes, gunee sack races, Week 6:
make cotton candy, face painting 7/22-7/25
Schedule of Activities:
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ATTACHMENT #G5F
Agenda Item #H2
DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 2024
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: SUSAN M. PETERS, CONTRACT PLANNER
SUBJECT: ACUSD SCHOOL CLOSURE/CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM PROJECT DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT – COMMENT LETTER
RECCOMMENDATION
Review the draft comment letter on the Amador County Unified School District School Closure/Consolidation Program Project Draft Environmental Impact Report and authorize the Mayor to execute and send before the February 13, 2024 due date.
BACKGROUND
See attached January 23, 2024 Memorandum prepared for the joint Planning Commission and City Council School Consolidation Workshop.
DISCUSSION
Staff reviewed the Amador County Unified School District School Closure/Consolidation Program Project Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and comments received at the January 23, 2024 joint Planning Commission and City Council Workshop and prepared the attached draft letter addressing deficiencies in the analysis provided in the Draft EIR.
Comments from the City’s letter should be addressed in the Final EIR which is expected to be released in April 2024.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Background Memo – January 23rd Special Planning Commission and City Council Workshop Staff Report
B. City of Ione Draft Response Letter
Attachment #H2A
DATE: JANUARY 23, 2024
TO: CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: SUSAN M. PETERS, CONTRACT PLANNER
SUBJECT: ACUSD SCHOOL CLOSURE/CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM PROJECT DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT – REVIEW WORKSHOP
WORKSHOP PURPOSE
The purpose of tonight’s workshop is to review the Amador County Unified School District School Closure/Consolidation Program Project Draft Environmental Impact Report for adequacy and provide direction to staff for a response in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
BACKGROUND
On May 24, 2022, the Amador County Unified School District Board of Trustees approved a consolidation program to combine Amador and Argonaut High Schools and Ione and Jackson Jr.
High Schools. They made this decision without preparing the required California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation. The purpose of CEQA is to provide decisionmakers with an analysis of impacts and potential mitigation measures so they can make an informed decision.
The Amador County Transportation Commission (ACTC) challenged ACUSD decision to approve consolidation without preparing the necessary CEQA documentation, and on May 10, 2023, the school board approved a contract with an environmental consulting firm to commence work on an Environmental Impact Report.
On June 21, 2023 ACUSD issued a Notice of Preparation to notify public agencies, members of the public and interested parties of the intent to draft an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and solicit comments on the scope of the EIR.
The City of Ione provided a response to the Notice of Preparation (see attached July 19, 2023 letter) requesting the EIR consider the following:
• Traffic impacts, specifically during drop off and pick up of students; • Public safety impacts including circulation, both on and off site, during emergencies, pedestrian and bus routes, and issues related to the proximity of the railroad line and industrial facility;
2 • Emergency response time and access to and from the site and evacuation in the event of a fire in the Wild Land Urban Interface (WUI) fire; and
• Sewer impacts including collection and treatment plant capacity.
The ACUSD released the Draft EIR on December 15, 2023 and initiated the 45 day public review period. The City of Ione, along with the cities of Sutter Creek and Jackson and the ACTC, requested that, in light of the holidays and complex nature of the DEIR, the review period be extended by 30 days. On January 17, 2024 the school board approved a 15 day extension. Comments on the Draft EIR are due February 13, 2024.
DISCUSSION
Staff is reviewing the Draft EIR and is preparing a letter addressing some deficiencies in the analysis including not addressing comments made in the City’s response to the Notice of Preparation. The following is a summary of concerns:
• The project description for the improvements to the Junior High School to convert it to an elementary school is lacking information. Specifically, how some of the improvements, which appear to be on Southern Pacific Railroad property are allowed, safety features (i.e. fencing and road widening) to address concerns with emergency ingress and egress and interface with attractive nuisances (i.e. stock ponds and railroad facilities); • The project description has no information regarding the disposition of the existing Ione Elementary School;
• The Utilities and Service System section of the Draft EIR does not describe the wastewater collection capacity and assumes that closure of the existing elementary school will decrease the overall capacity requirements to the Wastewater Treatment Plant. This assumes no reuse of the existing elementary school. Wastewater credits from the existing elementary school should not be used unless there is no intent to reuse the site; • The Transportation section states that the project is consistent with the Ione General Plan yet the narrow roadways in the vicinity of the school site, lack of sidewalks and lack of emergency access to the south and east of the site are not considered in the safety analysis;
• The Transportation section does not address the physical impacts to the residential streets accessing the site. These streets were not designed for the amount of traffic they are already receiving and are failing as a result. Increased traffic will exacerbate the problem;
• The Transportation section lacks safety impacts associated with increased queuing at all intersections in the vicinity of the school site. An operations analysis was prepared and provided in the appendices of the DEIR, however the analysis is deficient in that it does not address key intersections including Main Street and Preston Avenue (Highway 104).
Additionally this analysis was not used in the DEIR to analyze safety impacts or provide potential mitigation measures; and
• Overall, the DEIR does not demonstrate that the proposed consolidation and closure is consistent with the Amador County Unified School District Comprehensive School Safety Plan’s number one objective to “Protect the life and safety of students and staff.” 3 The intent of the combined Planning Commission and City Council Workshop is to review the potential deficiencies identified in this memorandum, discuss other potential discrepancies and provide staff direction for a response to ACUSD. A final comment letter will be prepared and presented to the City Council at the February 6, 2024 meeting.
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February 6, 2024
Amador County Unified School District
Attn: Jared Critchfield
217 Rex Avenue
Jackson, CA 95642
Re: Response to School Closure/Consolidation Program Project Draft Environmental Impact Report SCH 2023060568
Dear Mr. Critchfield,
Thank you for the opportunity to review and respond to the Amador County Unified School District (ACUSD) Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed School Closure/Consolidation Project (“Project”). Relocation of Ione Junior High School to Sutter Creek and relocation of the elementary to the Junior High facility will have significant impacts to the City of Ione that have not been adequately addressed in the Draft EIR.
Project Description:
Chapter 3 Project Description of the Draft EIR lacks the following information:
1. The project description for the improvements to the Junior High School to convert it to an elementary school does not address how some of the proposed improvements, which appear to be on Southern Pacific Railroad property, are allowed.
2. Safety features (i.e. fencing and road widening) to address concerns with emergency ingress and egress and interface with attractive nuisances (i.e. stock ponds and railroad facilities) are not included in the description;
3. The project description has no information regarding the disposition of the existing Ione Elementary School. Will the existing facility be demolished? Will the site be rezoned and sold?
Population & Housing:
While we understand that Section 5.12 Population and Housing of the DEIR is intended to address population inducing impacts, we believe that growth patterns in the County, specifically the anticipated increase in school aged population, should have been presented. This information is vital for the School Board of Trustees to effectively evaluate the decision to close a school in the County’s fastest growing city.
Transportation:
Section 5.15 Transportation of the Draft EIR is deficient for the following reasons:
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1. Impact 5.15-1 – The proposed project would not conflict with a program, plan, ordinance or policy addressing the circulation system, including transit, roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian facilities:
a. The Amador County Regional Transportation Plan (Goal 1A), Amador Countywide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan (Goal 2) and the Ione General Plan Circulation Element (Goal CIR-1) all prioritize traffic and circulation safety. The Draft EIR does not address the potential safety impacts resulting from increased traffic in a residential area with narrow streets and no sidewalks or increased queuing, specifically at the intersections of Sacramento/Main/Preston and Highways 104/88. Increased queuing at these intersections greatly increases the potential for traffic collisions. These impacts and potential mitigations must be addressed in the Transportation section of the Draft EIR (not in the Appendices).
Senate Bill 743 replacing Level of Service analysis with Vehicle Miles Traveled “does not relieve a public agency of the requirements to analyze a project’s potentially significant transportation impacts related to air quality, noise, safety, or any other impact associated with transportation” (PRC Section 21099(b)(3)); b. The Draft EIR states that “The proposed project would hinder the City’s goals to improve its transportation network, including roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian infrastructure,” yet there is no explanation as to why and how this this impact is considered “Less than significant”;
c. There is not enough information about the “valet” and busing programs to consider this adequate mitigation. Please provide more detailed information that clearly demonstrates how these programs reduce the number of trips and congestion and improves safety at the school site;
d. Additionally, the busing program must demonstrate adequate mitigation to the increased travel demands placed on state designated Disadvantaged Communities (i.e. Camanche). Increase travel distances are a constraint to economically disadvantaged students attending school and extracurricular activities. Impact analysis to these communities and potential mitigation should be included in the Draft EIR.
2. Impact 5.15-2 – The proposed project may conflict or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.3(b):
a. Again, Senate Bill 743 replacing Level of Service analysis with Vehicle Miles Traveled “does not relieve a public agency of the requirements to analyze a project’s potentially significant transportation impacts related to air quality, noise, safety, or any other impact associated with transportation” (PRC Section 21099(b)(3)). The operations analysis that was performed was not included in the body of the Draft EIR, does not include analysis at key intersections (Sacramento/Main/Preston and Highway 104/88) and thus no mitigation measures are proposed. Safety impacts and proposed mitigation must be included in the Draft EIR for the document to be approved as adequate for decision making purposes;
b. The mitigation proposed in Section 5.15.4 to develop and implement a Transportation Demand Management Plan is not, according to CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.4(a)(1)(b), adequate. Future studies cannot be utilized as mitigation. The Traffic Demand Management Plan must be completed and incorporated into the Draft EIR.
3. Impact 5.15-4 – The proposed project would not result in inadequate emergency services:
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a. The analysis provided in this section does not adequately describe the narrow roadways in the vicinity of the school site and lack of emergency access to the south and east of the site. Additionally, there is no description of how the “valet and metering program” will operate during an emergency event; b. The Transportation section does not address the physical impacts to the residential streets accessing the site. These streets were not designed for the amount of traffic they are already receiving and are failing as a result. Increased traffic will exacerbate the problem potentially making them unsuitable for emergency response.
Utility and Service Systems:
Section 5.17 Utilities and Service System of the Draft EIR does not describe the wastewater collection capacity issues and concludes that closure of the existing elementary school will decrease the overall capacity requirements to the Wastewater Treatment Plant. This assumes no reuse of the existing elementary school. Wastewater credits from the existing elementary school should not be used unless there is no intent to reuse the site.
Substantial Changes to the Draft EIR
The City of Ione, along with Caltrans, Amador County Transportation Commission, and the cities of Jackson and Sutter Creek are all requesting that the Transportation Operations analysis be undated to Caltrans standards and brought into the body of the Draft EIR so potential mitigation can be considered. This analysis, along with the Transportation Demand Management Plan inclusion into the document would be considered “significant new information” in accordance with CEQA Guidelines 15088.5(a) and requires re-circulation of the document. The ACUSD must allow public participation in the CEQA process. Adding the necessary analyses and allowing the public a chance to review and comment on that information is critical to the decision-making process.
We sincerely hope you, Mr. Critchfield, and the District’s consultants address the deficiencies in the Draft Environmental Impact Report so the Amador County Unified School District Board of Trustees has accurate information to make an informed decision. Towards that objective, city staff encourages you and your staff and consultants to work collaboratively to ensure that potential impacts to the students and citizens are adequately analyzed and appropriate mitigation is detailed and implemented.
Sincerely,
Allison LaFayne
City of Ione, Mayor
CC: Amador County Unified School District Board of Trustees Amador County Transportation Commission
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