OROVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers
1735 Montgomery Street
Oroville, CA. 95965
June 04, 2024
REGULAR MEETING
CLOSED SESSION 4:00 PM
INCORPORATED 1906 OPEN SESSION 4:30 PM
AGENDA
This agenda was published for public viewing on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 11:30PM. The video from this meeting can be found on our website at www.cityoforoville.org or on our YouTube Channel.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Council Members: Tracy Johnstone, Krysi Riggs (absent), Scott Thomson, Janet Goodson, Shawn Webber, Vice Mayor Eric Smith, Mayor David Pittman
Staff Members: Brian Ring, City Administrator; Ruth Duncan, Director of Finance; Amy Bergstrand, Director of Business Assistance and Housing Development; Kayla Reaster, Assistant City Clerk; Ron Belser, Code Enforcement Manager; Jess Darnell, Assistant Chief of Police; Patrick Piatt, Director of Community Development; Fred Mayo, Director of Public Works
CLOSED SESSION
The Council held a Closed Session on the following:
1. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Gov. C. 954957.6) Agency designated representatives: Brian Ring, City Administrator; David Ritchie, Asst. City Attorney; Elizabeth Ehrenstrom, HR Manager
Unrepresented Employees: Department Heads
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to § 54956.9(b): (1 Case)
OPEN SESSION
1. Announcement from Closed Session - No reportable action taken, direction given to staff.
2. Pledge of Allegiance - Led by Council Member Webber
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3. Adoption of Agenda -
Motioned by: Vice Mayor Smith Seconded by: Council Member Goodson Ayes: Council Members) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
1. HMONG AMERICAN VETERANS & MEMORIAL DAY
The Oroville City Council adopted Resolution No. 9258 and authorized the Mayor to sign by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Thomson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - HEARING OF NON-AGENDA ITEMS
This is the time to address the Council about any item not listed on the agenda. If you wish to address the Council on an item listed on the agenda, please follow the directions listed above.
The following member(s) of the public submitted public comment on this item: Art Hatley; The Cameraman and Bill Speer
REPORTS / DISCUSSIONS
1. Council Announcements and Reports
Council Member Johnstone: Spoke on Sara Nolind and the Oro Dam Cruisers. Council Member Johnstone would like to have a drive-in movie night set up with this organization. This idea was seconded by Council Member Webber.
Vice Mayor Smith: Reported on an impaired driver he had come across recently and thanked Oroville Police Department (OPD) for their swift response to the matter.
Council Member Webber: Shared a flyer for a Town Hall Community meeting regarding the 1% sales tax increase. He also spoke on the flag pole and it's potential to increase it's height.
Several Council members seconded this. Council member Webber also would like to explore hiring a consultant to investigate the Inflation Reduction Ace. Lastly "kudos" were given to OPD.
June 04, 2024~4:00 PM Oroville City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 8 Mayor Pittman: Reported that he met with Cal Water regarding a rate increase update. He also met with DWR personnel and attended a Community Education Workshop at Sierra Pacific Industries.
2. Administration Reports
Brian Ring, City Administrator: Provided the Council with an update on the Fluoride in our water that's provided by Cal Water, and on the recent Shigella outbreak.
Fred Mayo, Director of Public Works: Provided the Council with a monthly summary update on the PW department.
Ron Belser, Code Enforcement Division Manager: Provided the Council with a monthly statistic update for the month of May.
Chris Tenns, CalFire Chief: Reported that the burn ban will go into effect on June 17' due to fuel and weather conditions. Chief Tenns also provided an update on a scheduled burn coming up at the Oroville Municipal Airport.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent calendar items 1 - 4 are adopted in one action by the Council. Items that are removed will be discussed and voted on immediately after adoption of consent calendar items.
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
1. AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH ROBERT T. MARCINIAK (MARCINIAK
CONSULTING SERVICES) FOR SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS FUND ADMINISTRATION The City Council approved an amendment to the contract 3242-2 with Robert T. Marciniak (Marciniak Consulting Services) for services related to the administration of the Supplemental Benefits Fund and authorized the Mayor to sign.
2. AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE FUNDS TO PURCHASE TOOLS SETS FOR THE
MECHANIC SHOP
The City Council approved an increase in financial authority needed for the purchase of two comprehensive, professional tools from Snap on tools for maintaining the City's vehicles and machinery, supporting the diagnosing and repairing City-owned assets.
3. FORECLOSURE OF 2170 MITCHELL AVENUE
The City Council approved initiating foreclosure proceedings related to the City of Oroville's interest in the Deed of Trust against the property located at 2170 Mitchell Ave., Oroville (APN 012-253-018) by adopting Resolution No. 9260
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4. RESOLUTIONS PERTAINING TO THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL ELECTION The Council adopted Resolution Nos. 9262 and 9263 pertaining to the November 5, 2024 General Election.
REGULAR BUSINESS
5. EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT WITH ALSSYA STUTZ FOR POSITION OF ASSISTANT
DIRECTOR, PUBLIC WORKS
Brian Ring, City Administrator presented this item to the Council.
The Council entered into an employment contract between the City of Oroville and Alyssa Stutz for the position of Assistant Director, Public Works by adopting Resolution No. 9265 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Thomson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone Ayes: Council Members) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
6. APPROVAL OF UPDATED SALARY TABLES FOR ASSISTANT POLICE CHIEF AND
POLICE CHIEF AND APPROVAL OF CONTRACT AMENDMENTS FOR ALL CONTRACTED STAFF
Brian Ring, City Administrator presented this item to the Council.
The City Council adopted the resolutions necessary to approve the amendments to contracted staff contracts and approved a new salary table for the Assistant Chief of Police and Police Chief by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Thomson Seconded by: Council Member Webber Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
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7. CONVENTION CENTER PROJECT UPDATE AND POTENTIAL ADDITIONAL CONSTUCTION
OPPORTUNITIES DUE TO SIGNIFICANT PROJECT COST SAVINGS
Patrick Piatt, Community Development Director presented this item to the Council.
The City Council directed staff to execute a Change Order with Experts in the Home to remodel two additional bathrooms and the ticket booth by general consensus given.
8. HOUSING PROGRAM FUND LOAN FOR LINCOLN STREET APARTMENT PROJECTS Amy Bergstrand, Director of Business Assistance and Housing Development presented this item to the Council.
Council approved a Housing Program Fund loan to The Richman Group of California for the development of the Lincoln Street Apartment Projects by adopting Resolution No. 9261 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Vice Mayor Smith Seconded by: Council Member Goodson Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
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9. MASTER FEE SCHEDULE UPDATE
City Council adopted the attached resolution updating and establishing user and regulatory fees with a reduction in the Fire Permit fee being $10.00 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Vice Mayor Smith Seconded by: Council Member Goodson Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
The Public Hearing Procedure is as follows:
- Mayor or Chairperson opens the public hearing and staff will present the item and answer Council questions.
- The hearing is opened for public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. In the event of more than ten (10) speakers, time will be limited to one and a half (1.5) minutes.
Under Government Code 54954.3, the time for each presentation may be limited. - Speakers are requested to provide a speaker card to the City Clerk - Public comment session is closed and then the Council will debate and take action Those wishing to speak at the public hearings below, but unable to attend before 5pm, may request that the council consider holding the public hearing after 5pm by emailing [email protected] or calling 530-538-2535. Please submit request 24 hours before the meeting.
Individuals may email comments for council consideration to [email protected]
10. 5:15 PM EDWARDS MINI STORAGE PROJECT AT 2560 FEATHER RIVER BOULEVARD, ZONING AMENDMENT ZC 24-01 - ESTABLISHMENT OF A MINI-STORAGE OVERLAY (MS- O) DISTRICT.
Wes Irvin, Principal Planner, presented this item to the Council.
This hearing was called at 5:22PM.
The Council approved Zoning Code Amendment ZC 24-01 for the establishment of a Mini-Storage Overlay (MS-O) District for the property located at 2560 Feather River Boulevard. The Council also adopted the Notice of Exemption as the appropriate level of environmental review for this project; and waived the second reading and introduce by title only, Ordinance No. 1881 - An Ordinance Of The City Of Oroville City Council Approving Zoning Code Amendment ZC 24-01 Establishing A Mini-Storage Overlay (MS-O) District On Approximately 3.46 Acres Of Land Located At 2560 Feather River Boulevard by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Thomson Seconded by: Council Member Goodson Ayes: Council Members) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
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11. 5:20PM - APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT ADOPTION FOR FISCAL YEARS 2023-24 AND 2024-25 Ruth Duncan, Director of Finance presented this item to the Council.
The hearing was called at 5:23 PM.
The Council conducted a public hearing and adopted the fiscal year 2023-24 Appropriations Limit as restated and the 2024-25 Appropriations Limit adoption by adopting Resolution No. 9264 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Vice Mayor Smith Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
12. 5:20PM - 2024-25 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
Ruth Duncan, Director of Finance presented this item to the Council.
The hearing was called at 5:25 PM.
The Council received the fiscal year 2024-25 Preliminary Budget for review during this public hearing.
13. 5:30PM - PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING WASTEWATER RATE STUDY FINDINGS AND
PROPOSED RATE INCREASES
Ruth Duncan, Director of Finance presented this item to the Council.
The hearing was called at 5:50 PM.
The Council received the findings of the Bartle Wells and Associates Wastewater Rate Study for the City of Oroville and approved the implementation of the Wastewater Rate Study recommendations regarding wastewater rate increases by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Vice Mayor Thomson Ayes: Council Member(s) Johnstone, Thomson, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Riggs
Abstained: None
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - HEARING OF NON-AGENDA ITEMS
This is the time to address the Council about any item not listed on the agenda. If you wish to address the Council on an item listed on the agenda, please follow the directions listed above.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS / CORRESPONDENCE
1. Future Agenda Items
2. Correspondence
ADJOURN THE MEETING
The meeting was adjourned at 7:49PM.
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Kayla Reaster, Assistant City Clerk David W. Pittman, Mayor June 04, 2024~4:00 PM Oroville City Council Meeting Minutes Page 8 of 8