REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FOR THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MANTECA
April 19, 2022
CALL TO ORDER: 7:10 p.m.
Roll Call:
Present: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
Absent: Halford, Cantu
INVOCATION/FLAG SALUTE: Invocation and the Flag Salute was led by Jim Todd with Crossroads Church.
AGENDA REVIEW AND SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS: Acting Assistant City Clerk Marco Martinez announced COVID-19 guidelines for the meeting and the following supplemental reports:
· For Item C.5:
- Updated Resolution
· For Item C.7:
- Updated Agreement and Inclusion of Exhibit A
· For Items E.1, E.2, and E.3:
- Staff requested to remove these items and to bring the items back on a future agenda.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Breitenbucher/Nuño) to remove Items E.1, E.2, and E.3 from the agenda.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Halford, Cantu
A. PRESENTATIONS:
A.1. 22‑138 Proclamation proclaiming April 29th, 2022, as Arbor Day.
City Council presented the proclamation honoring Arbor Day to Parks Operation Manager Cody Ross.
Ross thanked the City Council and spoke.
A.2. 22‑192 Certificate of Recognition for walking/running all the streets within the city limits of Manteca.
City Council presented the Certificate of Recognition for walking/running all streets within the city to Tracy Johnson.
Johnson thanked the City Council and spoke.
B. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Mike Conn provided public comment regarding Meridian requesting relief from the Public Facilities Implementation Plan (PFIP) program.
C. CONSENT ITEMS:
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Nuño/Breitenbucher) to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item C.14 pulled by Councilmember Breitenbucher.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Halford, Cantu
C.1. 21‑569 Adopted Resolution R2022-52 continuing the Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the Coronavirus (COVID‑19).
C.2. 22‑149 Adopted Resolution R2022-53 accepting the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Grant in the amount of $10,488.00
C.3. 22‑164 Adopted Resolution R2022-54 approving an agreement with Bear Electrical Solutions in an amount not‑to‑exceed $550,000.00 annually for the next three years, and total not‑to‑exceed compensation of $1,650,000, to perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs of the City of Manteca’s Streetlight and Traffic Signal infrastructure and authorize the City Manager to execute up to two (2) additional one‑year extensions.
C.4. 22‑165 Adopted Resolution R2022-55 approving an operating transfer from the Self Insurance Risk Fund to the General Fund and approving a budget appropriation to the Police Administration Capital Outlay Equipment Replacement Account.
C.5. 22‑186 Adopted Resolution R2022-56 authorizing retroactive pay to certain Water and Wastewater Operator job classifications.
C.6. 22‑187 Adopted Resolution R2022-57 approving a contract with Grayshift, LLC for equipment and software to access electronic communication devices and authorize the City Manager (or designee) to sign the contract. (CIP 22072)
C.7. 22‑203 Approved an Agreement to Transfer Easements and Drainage Facilities, for Drain 5, from the South San Joaquin Irrigation District to the City of Manteca
C.8. 22‑083 Approved partial acceptance of public improvements in accordance with the Subdivision Partial Acceptance Policy for the Griffin Park, Unit No. 1 subdivision, Tract 4046.
C.9. 22‑084 Approved partial acceptance of public improvements in accordance with the Subdivision Partial Acceptance Policy for the Griffin Park, Unit No. 2 subdivision, Tract 4044.
C.10. 22‑085 Approved partial acceptance of public improvements in accordance with the Subdivision Partial Acceptance Policy for the Griffin Park, Unit No. 3 subdivision, Tract 4045.
C.11. 22‑154 Approved partial acceptance of public improvements in accordance with the Subdivision Partial Acceptance Policy for the Griffin Park, Unit No. 4 subdivision, Tract 4049.
C.12. 22‑194 Approved the final reading of amendments to the Manteca Municipal Code concerning future Planning Commission appointments.
C.13. 22‑193 Waived the final reading by substitution of title and adopted Ordinance O2022-11 amending Chapter 2.40 of Title 2 of the Manteca Municipal Code to add Section 2.40.030, adoption of a Military Equipment Use Policy as required by Sections 7070 et seq. of the California Government Code.
Pulled by Councilmember Breitenbucher.
C.14. 22‑198 Approve Citywide Nepotism Policy
City Attorney David Nefouse provided a report.
Councilmember Breitenbucher requested clarification regarding volunteers and requirements. City Attorney Nefouse clarified that there should be a plan to identify conflicts of interest and implementing mitigation efforts, including City Manager approvals before initiating volunteer programs. Councilmember Nuño also clarified that he does not want to hinder people from volunteering due to this policy. Councilmember Singh stated his approval for the policy update and indicated his anticipation for other policy and ordinance updates.
Councilmember Singh called for public comment, and there were no comments.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Breitenbucher/Nuño) to Approve Citywide Nepotism Policy.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Halford, Cantu
C.15. 22‑195 Approved City Council Meeting Minutes.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Councilmember Singh requested to hear Item D.2 before Item D.1.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Breitenbucher/Nuño) to hear Item D.2 before Item D.1.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Halford, Cantu
D.2. 22‑160 Adopt a resolution approving the Honorary Street Name Change to “Captain Moore Avenue” for a segment of South Powers Avenue between East Yosemite Avenue and Marin Street.
Associate Planner Mallori Fenrich provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Fire Chief Dave Marques spoke eloquently regarding Captain Tom Moore who died on June 16, 1999 in the line of duty.
Councilmember Singh opened the Public Hearing at 7:34 p.m. Hearing no comments, Singh closed the Public Hearing at 7:34 p.m.
Councilmember Breitenbucher spoke with heartfelt sentiment about Captain Moore and expressed support for the resolution. Councilmember Nuño spoke and expressed support for the resolution. Councilmember Singh spoke and expressed support for the resolution.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Nuño/Breitenbucher) to adopt Resolution R2022-59 approving the Honorary Street Name Change to “Captain Moore Avenue” for a segment of South Powers Avenue between East Yosemite Avenue and Marin Street.
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Halford , Cantu
D.1. 22‑131 Adopt a resolution certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approving a Tentative Subdivision Map for the 320 Airport Way project, located at 320 North Airport Way (File No. SDJ 21‑42).
Deputy Development Director JD Hightower provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilmember Singh opened the Public Hearing at 7:42 p.m. and asked for public comment.
Doug Ledeboer with Kiper Homes provided public comment regarding the item.
Council discussion ensued with Ledeboer and Hightower regarding the duplex models, affordability, the single family homes, the design, sale versus renting, and public improvements on Airport Way.
Hearing no further comments, Councilmember Singh closed the Public Hearing at 7:48 p.m.
ACTION: Moved, seconded (Nuño/Breitenbucher) to adopt Resolution R2022-58 certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approving a Tentative Subdivision Map for the 320 Airport Way project, located at 320 North Airport Way (File No. SDJ 21‑42).
Motion carried:
AYES: Breitenbucher, Nuño, Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Halford , Cantu
E. INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENTS:
ITEM REMOVED FROM AGENDA
E.1. 22‑210 Interview and appoint two applicants to the Youth Advisory Commission.
ITEM REMOVED FROM AGENDA
E.2. 22‑211 Interview and appoint one applicant to the Senior Advisory Committee to fill a vacancy with a term ending December 31, 2024.
ITEM REMOVED FROM AGENDA
E.3. 22‑209 Interview and appoint three applicants to the Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee, to fill three vacancies due to ending terms.
F. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS:
Interim City Manager Toni Lundgren reported that the City met all the Grand Jury obligations; and thanked the City Attorney’s Office, human resources team, finance team, executive team, and everyone involved with meeting the obligations.
G. COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilmember Breitenbucher commented favorably regarding Item C.5 and correcting past mistakes; thanked staff and the Fire Department for creating streets signs in honor of Captain Moore; and spoke in remembrance of Captain Moore.
Councilmember Nuño commented that it was a good meeting; highlighted his contentment for the different housing affordability options being brought before Council, and encouraged that approach.
Councilmember Singh commented regarding complaints he received concerning traffic, speeding, and the traffic calming program; encouraged enforcement at high schools in the morning and afternoon; and requested Council consensus for a workshop to educate the public in respect to traffic, speeding, and possible solutions to those issues.
Police Chief Mike Aguilar responded that there was a Traffic Solutions Team (TST) composed of members from Public Works, Engineering and the Police Department traffic unit meeting biweekly to discuss and resolve constituents’ traffic and speeding complaints. He cited that there were 329 miles of road way in Manteca; three traffic officers and one traffic sergeant assisting; and discussed the status of the California Office of Traffic Safety grant in response to Councilmember Nuño.
Councilmember Singh requested the TST to meet publically to allow public participation. Chief Aguilar responded affirmatively.
Council consensus was received for the requested workshop.
Councilmember Singh wished Vice Mayor Halford and Mayor Cantu a speedy recovery.
Councilmember Breitenbucher commented that he used the City’s Go Request app to report trash on Moffat Blvd., and that the City staff responded within 30 minutes to resolve the issue. He requested that staff try to inform the public on the use of the app. Councilmember Nuño thanked staff for making the striping of the turning lane on Lathrop Road less confusing to drivers.
H. ADJOURNMENT: Councilmember Singh adjourned the meeting at 8:01 p.m. in memory of Stagg High School student Alycia Reynaga.
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ELIZABETH HAGLUND
ACTING CITY CLERK