REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FOR THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MANTECA
February 1, 2022
CALL TO ORDER: 7:18 p.m.
Roll Call:
Present: Breitenbucher, Halford, Nuño, Singh, Cantu
INVOCATION/FLAG SALUTE: Invocation and Flag Salute was led by Pastor Cynthia Jackson of Transformed Through Hope Ministries.
AGENDA REVIEW AND SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS:
Acting City Clerk Olivia Nashed announced COVID-19 guidelines for the meeting and the following title correction and clarification:
· For Item C.2:
- Attachment 2 was titled: “Attachment 2 – Fire Apparatus Solutions Quote.” The correct title is “Attachment 2 – Golden State Fire Apparatus.” The actual quote is valid and applicable to the item.
A. PRESENTATIONS:
A.1. 21‑583 Present a Proclamation proclaiming February 4, 2022, as Saka Nakodar Day.
City Council presented the proclamation for Saka Nakodar Day to Dr.
Harinder Singh.
Dr. Singh said a few words.
A.2. 22‑045 Certificate of Recognition presented to Dr. Jerry W. Weiner, MD.
City Council presented the certificate to Dr. Jerry W. Weiner, MD.
Dr. Weiner said a few words.
B. PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
C. CONSENT ITEMS:
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Singh/ Nuño) to approve the Consent Calendar, as amended, with the exception of item C.4, pulled by Councilmember Nuño.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Halford, Nuño, Singh, Cantu
NOES: None
C.1. 21‑565 Adopted Resolution R2022-15 continuing the Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the Coronavirus (COVID‑19).
C.2. 22‑047 Adopted Resolution R2022-16 authorizing the purchase of a Pierce Tractor Drawn
Aerial Ladder Truck (CIP 22016) from Golden State Fire Apparatus (GSFA) in the amount of $1,707,772.01 utilizing HGACBuy cooperative purchasing agreement (contract FS12‑19, product code FS19VA11) and granting retroactive authorization to the Fire Chief to sign the non‑binding January 18, 2022 purchase proposal from GSFA to lock in the purchase price.
C.3. 22‑028 Adopted Resolution R2022-17 approving the State Limits for Fines for Violations of the City of Manteca Short Term Rental Ordinance.
Pulled by Councilmember Nuño.
C.4. 22‑020 Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes.
Councilmember Nuño requested a correction to the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of December 21, 2021, Item C.13.
The following statement is incorrect: “Councilmember Nuño stated that he conducted additional research and stated he did not want to prevent any Manteca citizen from being able to purchase cannabis if they so choose”
The correct statement is: “Councilmember Nuño stated that he conducted additional research and stated he did not want to prevent any Manteca citizen from being able to legally purchase cannabis if they so choose.”
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Nuño/Singh) to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of December 21, 2021, as amended.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Halford, Nuño, Singh, Cantu
NOES: None
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
D.1. 22‑017 ** Previously noticed to be heard; will be heard at a future City Council Meeting.**
Waive the first reading and substitution of the title and introduce an ordinance approving the third Amendment to the DA between the City and CenterPoint Properties regarding the extension of Intermodal Way and for the revised conditions of approval for Container Yard 2.
D.2. 22‑044 Adopt a resolution approving a Tentative Subdivision Map for the Farmhouse Subdivision located at 1825 & 1965 S. Union Road (File Nos.
SDJ 20‑99) and waive the first reading by substitution of the title and introduce an ordinance approving a Rezone and Planned Development Overlay for Farmhouse Subdivision (File Nos. REZ 21‑145, and PD 21‑145).
Associate Planner Mallorie Fenrich and Deputy Director of Development Services – Planning J.D. Hightower provided PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Cantu opened the Public Hearing at 7:38 p.m.
David Ragland of Lafferty Communities provided public comment regarding the item.
Councilmember Nuño complimented project and the use of in-fill space.
Discussion ensued between Councilmember Singh, Associate Planner Fenrich and Tony DeMello of NorthStar Engineering regarding sound walls, sidewalks, traffic lights, and right-of-way street configurations around the project. Councilmember Singh also complimented the project.
Discussion ensued between Mayor Cantu and Mr. Ragland regarding home sizes, price ranges, and amenities. Mayor Cantu remarked regarding the lack of affordability and the trend of smaller lot sizes to house sizes ratio. He complimented the farmhouse architectural style of the project. Mayor Cantu spoke regarding the excess of 10,000 housing lots already approved in relation increasing population, traffic increases, and lack of public services accommodate that growth.
Mayor Cantu closed the Public Hearing at 7:47 p.m.
Councilmember Breitenbucher spoke favorably of the project and the Lewis family developing the project. Councilmember Nuño reiterated his previous comments regarding the project. Council Vice President Halford also commended the project, in particular the home designs, garage set-back, and front door visibility as a crime deterrent. He stated the smaller lot sizes with larger homes reflect what people want now, and that the project is good in-fill.
Councilmember Singh concurred and stated he is looking forward to the project’s light and sidewalk improvements.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Singh/Breitenbucher) to adopt Resolution R2022-18 approving a Tentative Subdivision Map for the Farmhouse Subdivision located at 1825 & 1965 S. Union Road (File Nos. SDJ 20‑99) and waive the first reading by substitution of the title and introduce an ordinance approving a Rezone and Planned Development Overlay for Farmhouse Subdivision (File Nos. REZ 21‑145, and PD 21‑145).
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Halford, Nuño, Singh, Cantu
NOES: None
E. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
E.1. 22‑027 Discuss and determine whether or not the City of Manteca shall adopt the national motto of “In God We Trust” to be displayed in the City Council Chambers Adjacent to the City Seal.
City Manager Toby Wells stated that at a previous meeting Councilmember Breitenbucher had brought up discussion of the item. City Manager Wells requested Council direction on the item.
Elisa Emerick provided public comment regarding the item.
Ava Freeman provided public comment regarding the item.
Curtis Mims provided public comment regarding the item.
Councilmember Breitenbucher provided historical and legal context regarding the national motto.
Councilmember Nuño stated “In God We Trust” is our national motto which is reflected on our currency and pledge of allegiance.
Councilmember Nuño and Councilmember Breitenbucher discussed the location and placement of the motto. Councilmember Nuño expressed support from a national motto perspective, barring there are no violations of the First Amendment or bringing government and religion together.
Vice Mayor Halford expressed support for the item. He stated he understood those in the public speaking in support and those against the item.
Councilmember Singh acknowledged both sides of the issue. He stated support for placing the motto in the Council chambers from the perspective that it is the national motto, but warned the issue could become complicated, if taken further.
Mayor Cantu stated he was not opposed to the item and Council discussion ensued regarding the placement of the national motto in the Council chambers.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Breitenbucher/Cantu) to adopt the national motto of “In God We Trust” to be displayed in the City Council Chambers underneath the City Seal, with text flowing horizontally, in the same format and font size as the “City of Manteca, California” text.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Halford, Nuño, Singh, Cantu
NOES: None
F. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
City Manager Wells announced he will attend the League of California Cities City Manager conference from February 2, 2022 through February 4, 2022; stated the City is launching flash vote to instantly poll residents, with the first poll relating to food trucks; stated the new Public Works Director Carl Brown will start on February 7, 2022, and he thanked Interim Public Works Director Phil Harrington for his service and assistance with the transition.
G. COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilmember Breitenbucher stated he was glad the fire apparatus item was approved; expressed gratitude for consensus on the “In God We Trust” item; and requested the meeting be adjourned in the memory of Stockton Fire Captain Max Fortuna who lost his life in the line of duty.
Councilmember Nuño stated it was a good meeting with progress adding the apparatus for Fire Department and moving forward with providing different housing options to community.
Vice Mayor Halford stated it was a good meeting; thanked Public Works for abating graffiti on bypass; expressed hope for Caltrans to abate graffiti along freeway; commented on purchasing fire apparatus now to avoid consistently increasing purchasing costs.
Councilmember Singh stated it was a good meeting; stated it was nice to see upgraded fire apparatus And was glad to purchase now rather than pay more later; stated Caltrans is supposed to abate graffiti tomorrow; and thanked public for bringing issues forward.
Mayor Cantu requested staff bring forth the following items to future Council meetings: discussion regarding no-kill animal shelter; the yard behind animal shelter being used to store City vehicles and looking like a salvage yard; status of downtown buildings the City purchased; status of old City Hall; and review of the growth management program. He stated Council needs to discuss growth and public services levels.
H. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Cantu adjourned meeting in memory of Stockton Fire Captain Max Fortuna, at 8:12 p.m.
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OLIVIA NASHED
ACTING CITY CLERK