October 07, 2025~4:00 PM Oroville City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 7
OROVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers
1735 Montgomery Street
Oroville, CA. 95965
October 07, 2025
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Council Members: Chuck Reynolds (absent), Scott Thomson, Tracy Johnstone, Janet Goodson, Shawn Webber, Vice Mayor Eric Smith (absent during roll call, present at 3:35PM), Mayor David Pittman
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council held a Closed Session on the following:
1. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2), the Council met with the City Administrator and City Attorney regarding potential exposure to litigation – Five Cases.
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, the Council met with the Personnel Officer and City Attorney to discuss labor negotiations related to the following bargaining units: All units.
OPEN SESSION
1. Announcement from Closed Session – Direction given to staff; no reportable action taken.
2. Pledge of Allegiance – Led by students from Ophir Elementary School.
3. Changes/Corrections to the Agenda – None.
4. Recusals – None.
5. Adoption of the Agenda –
Motioned by: Vice Mayor Smith Seconded by: Council Member Goodson AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
None this meeting.
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The following member(s) of the public submitted public comment on this item: Rhonda Magnusson, Brian Wilson, Skipper Clark, The CameraMan, and Bill Speer.
REPORTS / DISCUSSIONS
1. Council Announcements and Reports
Vice Mayor Smith: Thanked the community for the wonderful turnout at this year’s Salmon Festival. Thanked Jordan Crossing and Feather River Recreation and Park District (FRRPD) for stepping up and providing assistance for the event.
Council Member Goodson: Spoke on a CPAT presentation that she attended with Wes Ervin, Principal Planner for the City of Oroville.
Council Member Webber: Thanked Vice Mayor Smith on a job well done at this year’s Salmon Festival. Additionally, Council Member Webber thanked Brian Wilson of the FRRPD for the collaborative work on the annual Creek Clean Up event. Lastly, Council Member Webber apologized to Council Member Goodson for missing the NAACP Butte County Annual Awards Gala.
Council Member Johnstone: Spoke on her experience at the Creek Clean Up event where she assisted with the painting of trees. She stated she’d enjoy it if the event took place 2-3 times annually.
Mayor Pittman: Reminded the public and fellow Council Members that the Hmong New Year will be happing this upcoming weekend (October 11-12th ). He also touched on staff making a presentation to the California Traffic Commission and stated that it was a job that was well done.
2. Administration Reports
Brian Ring, City Administrator: Announced that the City’s 311 software is now live and available to the public on the app store. Additionally, it is Code Enforcement Appreciation Week and he took some time to recognize the hard working staff that make up the Code Enforcement department. Mr. Ring reminded everyone the government shut down is still active, however our City has not had any impacts to it thus far from the shut down. Lastly, he informed staff and Council that Gov. Newsom has about 400-500 bills that he is working on to either pass, or veto.
Alyssa Stutz, Director of Public Works: Stated that the Public Works team is looking into potentially modifying the City Code language regarding drainage and culvert clean up. The RFP for the Montgomery roundabout closes next week.
Patrick Piatt, Director of Community Development: Announced that the Art Commission has an active RFP and funds are available for those who may be interested.
Jason Wines, Chief of Police: Stated the Flock cameras are coming online with a live view trailer located at Bedrock Park. Additionally, the Police Department is looking into an alternate and more suitable location for the storage and handling of evidence.
Ron Belser, Director of Code Enforcement: Spoke on Shane from City Works and recognized him for his hard work and efforts put into the City Wroks team. He commended their dedication.
Comcate Phase 1 implementation is complete, and his team will begin working on Phase 2 soon.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent calendar items 2 - 9 were adopted in one action by the Council.
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
1. A RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE, SERVICE, AND FAITH OF CHARLIE KIRK The City Council adopted Resolution No. 9410 – A Resolution Honoring the Life, Service, and Faith of Charlie Kirk by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Thomson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: Council Member Goodson
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
2. UPDATED CITY ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION
The City Council approved the updated job description for the position of City Engineer. The City Engineer will serve as the City’s lead professional engineer, responsible for oversight of the Engineering Division, delivery of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and compliance with state and federal regulations related to infrastructure, floodplain management, and ADA coordination.
3. UPDATED COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION The City Council approved the proposed changes to the job description of Community Enhancement Coordinator.
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4. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH BENNETT ENGINEERING FOR SANITARY SEWER
MANAGEMENT PLAN (SSMP) UPDATE AND AUDIT
The City Council approved Agreement No. 3569 - a contract with Bennett Engineering Services to conduct the City of Oroville’s Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) Update and Audit in an amount not-to-exceed $25,022.
5. ADOPTION OF VOTER APPROVED CHANGES TO CITY CHARTER
The City Council adopted the voter approved changes to the City Charter that were included in Measure M.
6. AWARD OF CONTRACT – COVENTRY DRIVE AND CENTRAL SCHOOL BASIN CULVERT
REPAIR TO LAMON CONSTRUCTION
The City Council awarded a contract (Agreement No. 3568) to Lamon Construction Company, Inc., of Yuba City for replacement of a 42-inch culvert on Coventry Drive at the intersection with Highlands Blvd, and repair of the inlet culvert at the Central School Basin intake structure for an amount of $90,750.
7. APPROVE MASTER SALARY SCHEDULE – EFFECTIVE JULY 3, 2025 The City Council approved the updated Master Salary Schedule to include the new salary range for the Fire Marshal/Inspector position to be effective as of July 3, 2025.
8. FEE WAIVER FOR MUSEUM TRICK OR TREAT EVENT
The City Council approved free admission to City Museums during the Halloween Trick or Treat event on Friday, October 31, 2025.
9. APPROVAL OF THE 09.16.2025 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The City Council approved the drafted regular meeting minutes of September 16, 2025.
REGULAR BUSINESS
10. AMENDMENT TO LEASE / OPERATING AGREEMENT FOR THE OROVILLE CONVENTION
CENTER BETWEEN THE CITY OF OROVILLE AND FEATHER RIVER RECREATION AND
PARK DISTRICT
The City Council approved an amendment to lease / operating agreement #3516 with Feather River Recreation and Park District for the lease and operation of the Municipal Auditorium. The City Council adopted Resolution 9411 authorizing this amendment by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Johnstone Seconded by: Council Member Webber AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
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11. NEW CITY OF OROVILLE CORPORATION YARD STATUS UPDATE The City Council received an update on contracting efforts for the new Corporation Yard at 665 Cal Oak Road from Tim Kaber, Senior Civil Engineer and Project Manager. Council directed staff to proceed with utilizing what they have allocated within the current budget.
12. CONCEPTUAL DESIGN/MASTER PLAN AND PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE FOR
BEDROCK PARK
The City Council apporved the Conceptual Design/Master Plan and preliminary Cost Estimate for Bedrock Park and directed the contractor to start Design Development by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Johnstone Seconded by: Council Member Goodson AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Webber, Mayor Pittman NOES: Vice Mayor Smith
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
13. LETTER REQUESTING SUPPORT FROM STATE ADDRESSING ILLEGAL DUMPING AND
SALMON HABITAT DEGRADATION ALONG FEATHER RIVER
The City Council approved the sending of a letter to Gavin Newsom, requesting assistance in addressing the illegal dumping that is taking place in the Feather River, causing significant environmental impacts including the spawning grounds for the Chinook salmon by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Webber Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
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14. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OROVILLE OPPOSING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 50 – REDISTRICTING
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 9409, opposing CA Proposition 50 regarding redistricting by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Thomson Seconded by: Mayor Pittman AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: Council Member Goodson
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
15. OROVILLE CITY COUNCIL CITY LOGO ADDITION
Mayor Pittman requested that the City Council review and consider the provided revised Oroville City Logo exhibits to be used to advocate for the City. Council directed several changes to the provided examples. Mayor Pittman stated he will make the changes and bring it back to Council for consideration.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
The Public Hearing was opened at 5:05PM.
The Public Hearing was closed at 5:15PM.
16. 5:00 PM CLOSEOUT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT (CDBG)22-CDBG-NH-00008 The City Council conducted a public hearing relating to the performance and the final accomplishments of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) No. 22-CDBG-NH-00008.
The City Council authorized the closeout of Community Development Block Grant No. 22-CDBGNH-00008 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Johnstone Seconded by: Vice Mayor Smith AYES: Council Member(s) Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Webber, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: None
ABSENT: Council Member Reynolds
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION – HEARING OF NON-AGENDA ITEMS
No additional public comment submitted at this time.
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS / CORRESPONDENCE
1. Future Agenda Items – Council Member Webber requested staff look into updating the camping ordinance to include camping to be prohibited 200 feet from the water and he also requested staff look into designating the levy as a City park system.
Vice Mayor Smith requested an update from our State and Federal lobbyists.
Bill Speer requested that Council and staff look into putting a stop sign at the corners of Huntoon and High Street.
2. Correspondence
i. Fire Department September 2025 Report
ii. Notice of Acceleration and Setoff from Oroville Hospital
ADJOURN THE MEETING
The meeting was adjourned at 7:03PM.
_____________________________ ___________________________ Kayla Reaster, Asst. City Clerk David Pittman, Mayor
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