CITY OF JACKSON
City Council Meeting Minutes
June 8, 2026
Mayor and Council Members
Chad Simmons, Mayor
Steve McLean, Vice Mayor
Max Godde, Council Member
Connie Gonsalves, Council Member
Sierra McLean, Council Member
ABSENT: None
John Georgette, City Clerk
Josh Nelson, City Attorney (Attended Remotely)
Staff Members:
Chris Mynderup, Interim City Manager/Police Chief
Ryan Pidgeort, Fire Chief
Christine Platt, Homeless Outreach Coordinator
Dana Knight, Administrative Assistant
Mayor Simmons called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. CEREMONIAL.
New Planning Commissioner Cole Guirilani was sworn in by City Clerk, Ge9rgette.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
Motion to Approve the City Council Agenda dated June 8, 2026, as presented. Moved by Councilmember Gonsalves, seconded by Vice Chair Steve McLean , and carried by a 5 to O vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Simmons, Steve McLean, Godde, Gonsalves, Sierra McLean
None
None
None
3. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA.
Discussion items only, no action will be taken. Any person may address the Council at this time on any subject within the jurisdiction of the City Council. Please note - there is a three (3) minute limit.
None
4. CONSENT CALENDAR.
Items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and may be enacted by one motion. Any item may be removed for discussion at the request of a Council member.
Items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and may be enacted by one motion. Any item may be removed for discussion at the request of a Council member. a. Approval of May 7, 11, 14, & 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes. b. Approval of Expenditure Reports in the amount of $819,264.52 for May 22, 2026 & June 4, 2026.
c. Approval of May 2026 Payroll Expenditure Report in the amount of $480,906.59. d. Receive Fire Department Monthly Report for May 2026. e. Receive Police Department Monthly Report for May 2026.
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f. Receive Building Department Monthly Report for May 2026. g. Receive Homeless Outreach Monthly Report for May 2026. h. Approval of Resolution 2026-18 Concurring in the Call for an Election on the Question of ReEstablishing the Amador County Vehicle Abatement Program.
1. Approval of Resolution 2026-19 Accepting the Completion of the Buena Vista Waterline Replacement Project and Filing a Notice of Completion and Authorizing Recordation Therefore. j. Approval of Resolution 2026-20 Adopting a List of Projects and Approving the Use of SB I: The Road Repair and Accountability Act Funding for City Street Projects for FY 2026-27. k. Authorization of Biennial Review of the City's Conflict of Interest Code.
I. Approval of the Salary Range for Recruitment of City Manager m. Approval of Interim City Manager Employment Agreement. n. Approval of the Amador County Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
Motion to Approve the Consent Calendar dated June 8, 2026 as presented. Moved by Vice Mayor Steve McLean, seconded by Councilmember Gonsalves, and carried by a 5 to O vote:
A YES: Simmons, Steve McLean, Godde, Gonsalves, Sierra McLean NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS.
This section is to provide staff an opportunity to present oral status reports on issues. No legal action is expected to be taken by the Council.
Interim City Manager, Chris Mynderup-On behalf of Public Works Superintendent Bree Wilder, Interim City Manager Mynderup reported that the sewer slip-lining projects on Anita Street and Ralph Alley are complete, underground work on Clinton Road has been finished, and Bright Avenue construction is underway with completion anticipated in the third week of June. He also noted that City Hall's replacement air conditioning units have been ordered and staff is awaiting delivery and installation dates.
In response to questions from Mayor Simmons, Mynderup confirmed that the excavation work observed that day was part of the Bright Avenue project and that Clinton Road will be repaved on both sides upon completion of the project.
Fire Chief, Ryan Pidgeon - Fire Chief Pidgeon reported that the fire engine refurbishment project remains on schedule for completion next month. He also announced his selection as a peer reviewer for FEMA's AFG and SAFER grant programs, with Captain Greathouse preparing the City's grant applications this year due to the potential conflict of interest. Chief Pidgeon further reported that the City's ISO rating improved from a Class 3 to a Class 2, crediting the achievement to a team effort. Mayor Simmons and Councilmembers congratulated the department, and Councilmember Gonsalves noted that the City of Ione has maintained a strong rating in part through the installation of purple pipe infrastructure during road improvement projects.
Police Chief: Chris Mynderup-Police Chief Mynderup reported that the Jackson Police Department held its first DARE graduation on May 28 after a 17-week program led by Detective Michelle Hopper.
Approximately 60 fifth-grade students participated, learning about drug and alcohol prevention, resisting peer pressure, and making healthy decisions. Chief Mynderup thanked the Amador County Sheriffs Office and Sutter Creek Police Department for their participation and apologized to the City Council for inadvertently not inviting them to the event. Councilmember Gonsalves inquired about educational June 8. 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes
materials provided by the Elks Lodge, and Chief Mynderup indicated that those materials were likely used and agreed to provide additional information for reporting purposes.
City Attorney. Josh Nelson - No report.
6. COUNCIL REPORTS.
This section is to provide Council members an opportunity to present reports on their activities and to request items be placed on future agendas.
Councilmember Gonsalves - Councilmember Gonsalves reported attending an Economic Development Committee meeting and participating in the Italian Picnic Parade. She also announced a special Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday at I :00 p.m. in the Council Chambers to discuss planning for the July 3rd Parade.
Councilmember Godde - Councilmember Godde reported that he would be attending upcoming Cemetery Board, Amador Council of Tourism, and Kennedy Mine Foundation meetings. He stated that he would provide a more detailed report on recent meetings at the next Council meeting.
Councilmember Sierra McLean - Councilmember Sierra McLean shared she attended the Italian Picnic Parade with the other council members.
Councilmember Steve McLean - Vice Mayor McLean reported volunteering at the Car Show and attending the East Bay MUD annual barbecue at Pardee Reservoir, where discussions focused on regional water issues. He also attended the Serbian Goat Feed event on North Main Street and shared information about a proposed public library and park project being designed by two architects associated with the organization. In addition, he attended Main Street Arch project construction meetings on May 21, May 28, and June 4, with another meeting scheduled later in the week. He also participated in the Italian Picnic Parade.
Mayor Simmons -Mayor Simmons reported participating in the Sheriffs Golf Tournament, attending Fair Foundation and community meetings, and representing the City at an event honoring Teresa's Restaurant as District 4's Business of the Year. He participated in the Car Show, the Italian Picnic Parade, and several Lions Club activities. Mayor Simmons also attended meetings of the Amador Community Foundation, Lions Club, and Native Sons, each of which contributed funding toward a new floor for the Argonaut High School gymnasium. He encouraged community participation in the upcoming July 3rd Parade and highlighted several upcoming events, including the Botilleas Dinner, the Amador County Historical Society barbecue, and the Amador County Birthday Barbecue at Kennedy Mine.
7. DISCUSSION CALENDAR.
a. Receive, discuss, and provide direction regarding report from the Homeless Outreach Coordinator regarding the City's response to homeless issues [Christine Platt].
Homeless Outreach Coordinator Christine Platt reported that outreach services continue throughout the community while she manages operations alone during her assistant's medical leave. She provided updates on the Emergency Response Fund application, noting that final budget information is being completed. During the month, two unsheltered clients obtained permanent housing, one client secured employment, two individuals entered treatment programs, and another was placed in a skilled nursing facility while appropriate housing is arranged. Platt also reported that the City's mobile shower trailer was provided for a two-day homeless outreach event and thanked Public Works staff and volunteers for their assistance. During discussion, Mayor Simmons noted that preliminary Point-in-Time Count information June 8, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes
indicated a significant reduction in the unsheltered homeless population, and he offered to forward the available data to Platt.
8. REGULAR MEETING ADJOURNMENT.
Mayor Simmons called for public comment on closed session items. Hearing none he adjourned the regular meeting at 6:52 pm to go into Closed Session.
9. CLOSED SESSION.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Public Employment pursuant to Government Code 54957. Title: Interim City Manager
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTIC IPA TED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph ( 4) of subdivision ( d) of Section 54956.9: 1 case
10. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT.
Mayor Simmons reported out from closed session at 8:36 pm with no reportable action.
ATTEST:
'L �ffe Joh# Georgette,cityerk Date Approved