MINUTES OF MENDOTA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Regular Meeting December 12,2023
Meeting called to order by Mayor Martinez at 6:00 PM.
Roll Gall
Gouncil Members Present: Mayor Victor Martinez, M?yor Pro Tem Libertad "Liber$/" Lop@z, Council Members Jose Alonso,
Joseph Riofrio, and Oscar Rosales
Council Members Absent None
Flag salute led by Sergio Valdez
lnvocation led by Police Ghaplain Robert Salinas
Mayor Martinez and Council honored la Virgen de Guadalupe
FINALIZE THE AGENDA
1. Adjustments to Agenda.
2. Adoption of final Agenda.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lopez to adopt the modified agenda as requested by staff, seconded by Council Member Rosales; unanimously approved (5 ayes)
CITIZENS ORAL AND WRITTEN PRESENTATIONS
Kevin Romero provided an update on youth sports.
Sergio Valdez stated that a local painter's union out of Fresno offered to paint the building that Mendota Youth Recreation ("MYR") rents at no charge and provided information on the upcoming Christmas Parade.
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Discussion was held on placing the item regarding painting the building that MYR rents on a future City Council meeting agenda for further discussion and consideration, and on the upcoming parade.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING
1. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting of November 14,2023 2 Notice of waiving of the reading of all resolutions and/or ordinances introduced and/or adopted under this agenda.
A motion was made by Council Member Rosales to approve items 1 and 2, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lopez; unanimously approved (5 ayes).
CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion and one vote.
There will be no separate discussion of these items. lf discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 THROUGH DECEMBER 4,2023
WARRANT LIST CHECK NOS. 54098 THROUGH 54217
TOTAL FOR COUNCIL APPROVAI- = $1,159,654.66
Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 23-79, awarding the construction contract for the Fleming Avenue and McCabe Avenue Reconstruction Project to Doug Ross, lnc. dba Central Valley Asphalt in the amount of $414,000.00.
Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 23-80, approving the Consultant Services Agreement and Proposal from Provost & Pritchard Engineering Group, Inc. for Land Surveying and Engineering Services for the Amador Avenue and Smoot Street Extension Project.
Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 23-81, approving an agreement with the County of Fresno for the Rojas-Pierce Park, Phase ll Community Development Block Grant Project No. 23471.
Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 23-82, approving the Consultant Services Agreement and Proposal from Provost & Pritchard Engineering Group, lnc. for Planning Services related to Senate Bill 2.
Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 23-83, approving the quote and maintenance agreement submitted by Caltronics for the purchase and maintenance of an HP DesignJet T2600 Multifunction Printer.
A motion was made by Council Member Rosales to approve items 1 through 6, seconded by Council Member Riofrio; unanimously approved (5 ayes) 1 2
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BUSINESS
Council discussion and consideration of Resolution No. 23-84, placing a moratorium on the imposition and collection of Development lmpact Fees, excluding the Recreational Facilities Fee.
Mayor Martinez introduced the item and City Manager Gonzalez provided the report.
Council discussion was held on the item.
Sergio Valdez commented on the layout of the Las Palmas subdivision.
Council discussion was held on the item.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lopez to adopt Resolution No. 23-84, seconded by Council Member Rosales; unanimously approved (5 ayes).
DEPARTMENT REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
City Engineer
a) Update
City Engineer Osborn provided an update on ongoing City projects, including the Stormwater lmprovement Project and the proposed McCabe Avenue and Fleming Avenue Reconstruction Project.
Discussion was held on storm drainage plans for future developments, the criteria for water basins; and an unsafe crosswalk at the intersection of Highway 33 and 6th Street.
Animal Control, Code Enforcement, and Police Department a) October Monthly Logs
Chief Smith provided the monthly update for the Animal Control, Code Enforcement, and Police Departments including ongoing tasks; the capacity of the dog pound; community events that the Code Enforcement Department has participated in; the police department's campaign to address public intoxication; and provided an overview of the department's statistics for the year.
Discussion was held on the information provided by Chief Smith; the presence of gangs in the community that originate from Kerman; and the Council commended the Mendota Police Department for their work.
3. City Attorney
Assistant City Attorney Castro provided an update on ongoing tasks and projects. 1 2
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4. City Manager
City Manager Gonzalez reminded the Council and public about the upcoming Christmas Parade; commended and thanked everyone involved in planning and holding the Christmas Celebration and Toy Giveaway; reported on the upcoming staff Annual Christmas Luncheon; and thanked the police department for their efforts in enforcing regulations related to all-terrain vehicles in the City.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Council Member(s)
Council Member Alonso commented on the successful year that the Council and City had and shared the various projects that took place throughout the year and thanked everyone for their work.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez stated that there are children asking adults at Mendota Market to purchase alcohol for them; commended Officer Dao on the great job he did to address a fix-it ticket for her nephew; stated that the red phone outside the police department is not working; and commented on the Christmas Celebration and Toy Giveaway.
Council Member Riofrio thanked the Council and staff for their work throughout the year; commented on various projects that took place in2023, ideas for future events, and shared memories of the Mendota residents that had passed away in the year.
Council Member Rosales commented on the Christmas Celebration and Toy Giveaway; his involvement with the community; shared his passion to giving back to Mendota and the surrounding communities; and thanked Mr. Ramon Gonzalez for his efforts in the community.
2. Mayor
Mayor Martinez thanked the community, Council, and staff for their work and effort to keep Mendota moving fonruard; commented on ongoing and future projects and plans; wished everyone a Happy Holiday Season and prosperous 2024.
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Ongoing litigation pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9 (one case).
Case unspecified to avoid jeopardizing service of process.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9 (one potential case).
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3 PUBL!C EMPLOYMENT
Pursuant to subdivision (b) of Government Code section 54957 Title: Finance Director
At 6:55 p.m. the City Council moved into closed session.
At 8:10 p.m.the City Council reconvened in open session and Assistant City Attorney Castro stated that in regard to items 1 through 3 of the closed session there were no reportable actions.
ADJOURNMENT
With no more business to be brought before the Council, a motion for adjournment was made at 8:11 p.m. by Council Member Riofrio, seconded by Council Member Alonso; unanimously approved (5 ayes).
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