November 18, 2025~3:30 PM Oroville City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 7
OROVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers
1735 Montgomery Street
Oroville, CA. 95965
November 18, 2025
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Council Members: Chuck Reynolds, Scott Thomson, Tracy Johnstone, Janet Goodson, Shawn Webber, Vice Mayor Eric Smith, Mayor David Pittman
*Note: Scott Thomson was not present at roll call but did arrive as Council was going into Closed Session. Shawn Webber left after Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
The 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 – Two Cases.
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, the Council met with the Personnel Officer to discuss Public Employee Performance Evaluations. Position Title: Department Heads and Contract Employees.
OPEN SESSION
1. Announcement from Closed Session – No reportable action taken; direction given to staff.
2. Pledge of Allegiance – Led by Vice Mayor Smith
3. Changes/Corrections to the Agenda – Item 3, Ordinance corrected to read “open burning” as opposed to “opening burning” (as published).
4. Recusals - None
5. Adoption of Agenda
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Vice Mayor Smith AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
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, Skipper Clark, The CameraMan, and Bill Speer.
REPORTS / DISCUSSIONS
1. Council Announcements and Reports
Vice Mayor Smith: Notified the public that applications are now available online for the Annual Parade of Lights. It can be found on visitoroville.com. He noted the parade route has been changed this year to go down Robinson Street, as opposed to the typical High Street route.
Mayor Pittman: Attended a Biomass Conference on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 in Sacramento. He thanked those who attended the Veteran’s Day parade the past weekend.
Tracy Johnstone: Announced there is a NOFO out from the Continuum of Care. However, there are legal changes coming that will limit funding for the homeless.
2. Administration Reports
Alyssa Stutz, Director of Public Works: Attached as report to the minutes.
Brian Ring, City Administrator: The City has been in communication with the Housing Authority of Butte County to discuss the Riverbend Apartments. Currently, the City is waiting to hear from developers on whether they will be mediating the drainage issue. The City and elected officials met with the State Lobbyists last week to discuss concerns and priorities.
There were focused discussions on vernal pools, opportunities for medical attention for the unhoused community. The definition for gravely disabled will be updated according to statue to include individuals who struggle with substance abuse.
Amy Bergstrand, Director of Business Assistance and Housing: The application submission date for CDBG has been postponed to April of 2026.
Patrick Piatt, Director of Community Development: Provided the Council with a comprehensive update on his trip to Europe to view biomass facilities.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent calendar items 1-5, and 7-12 were adopted in one action by the Council. Item 6 was removed and will be brought back at a later date due to an Exhibit needing to be submitted for full consideration.
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
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1. MODIFICATIONS TO THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) FIRST TIME
HOMEBUYER (FTHB) LOAN PROGRAM GUIDELINES
The City Council approved the required modifications to the HOME FTHB Program Guidelines by adopting Resolution No. 9418 - A Resolution Of The Oroville City Council Authorizing Modifications To The Home Investment Partnership (Home) First Time Homebuyers (FTHB) Program Guidelines.
2. ACCEPT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT STANDARD AGREEMENT 24- CDBG-10013 AND ESTABLISH BUDGET
The City Council accepted the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Standard Agreement 24-CDBG-10013, in the amount of $3,600,000, and established a budget for each of the program activities. They also approved the budget adjustment indicated in the fiscal impact of the staff report dated November 18, 2025.
3. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1892 AMENDING CHAPTER 13.08 WASTE AND BURNING
REGULATIONS
The City Council adopted the amendments to Chapter 13.08 of the Oroville Municipal Code to address outdated provisions and improve the ordinance’s clarity and enforceability. The ordinance updates aim to better align with current practices, public safety priorities, and environmental regulations. The Council adopted Ordinance No. 1892.
4. AGREEMENT AMENDMENT WITH RAINFORST ART PROJECT FOR EXTENSION OF
AGREEMENT FOR GREAT FEATHER RIVER MOSAIC MURAL PROJECT ON TABLE
MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD
The City Council shall authorized an extension with The Great Feather River Mosaic Mural Project on Table Mountain Boulevard. It is a three-year project that is coming due for completion on December 31, 2025. The Rainforest Art Project team was granted an extension on the date of completion through March 1, 2026.
5. STORM WATER OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH SURF THRU CAR WASH AT 2298 FEATHER RIVER BLVD
The City Council approved the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plan and Certificate of Responsibility/Agreement for the Surf Thru Car Wash at 2298 Feather River Blvd.
6. AWARD OF ENGINEER AND TRAFFIC SURVEY REPORT CONTRACT TO WOOD RODGERS INC. OF ROSEVILLE, CA
This item was removed and will come back at the next regular City Council Meeting (December 2, 2025).
7. REQUEST FOR CONTINUED SERVICES WITH SUNRIDGE FOR RECORD MANAGEMENT
SERVICES FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT
The City Council approved Agreement No. 3575 to continue service with Sun Ridge, Inc. for records management services for a term of one year for $29,084.
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8. FEE WAIVER REQUEST – OROVILLE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (ODBA)
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
The City Council approved a fee waiver for the Oroville Downtown Business Association (ODBA) associated with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in downtown Oroville. This event has historically served as a community-wide celebration, fostering civic pride, tourism, and seasonal economic activity in the downtown core. Staff recommend approval of the fee waiver given the public benefit and community tradition associated with the event.
9. ADMISSION FEE WAIVER- PIONEER CHRISTMAS 2025
The City Council shall approved free admission to the Pioneer History Museum for the Pioneer Christmas special event on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
10. FEE WAIVER- ANY GIVEN CHILD FIELDTRIPS
The City Council approved the waiving of fieldtrip fees for schools participating in educational programs offered at the Chinese Temple and Pioneer Museum as part of the City of Oroville’s partnership with the Ensuring the Arts for Any Given Child initiative.
11. FEE REIMBURSEMENT REQUEST – VETERANS PARADE HOSTED BY THE EXCHANGE CLUB
The City Council approved a reimbursement request of City fees in the amount of $113.42. These fees are associated with the annual Veteran’s Parade held in downtown Oroville. This event is run by the Oroville Exchange Club. This community event honors local veterans and active-duty service members while promoting civic pride and unity.
12. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 4, 2025 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The City Council approved the Regular Meeting minutes of 11.04.2025.
REGULAR BUSINESS
13. APPOINTMENTS AND REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE CITIZEN’S OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (MEASURE U)
The City Council approved the appointment of 3 new individuals to the Citizen’s Oversight Committee (Measure U). These 3 individuals came as a recommendation from the Executive Committee meeting held on October 28, 2025. The individuals are: Dacota Quinn, Richard Chamberlain, and Alicia Lapp with term end dates of November 18, 2027. Additionally, the City Council approved the reappointment Mark Grover, David Quintel, and Ken Malone with term end dates of November 18, 2029. This was done by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
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14. AUTHORIZATION TO FACILITATE AIRPORT FBO ROOF REPAIRS The City Council approved the repairs to the roof at the Oroville Municipal Airport FBO hangar and office area (one building). Staff was authorized to proceed with the PVC membrane roofing overlay by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Johnstone Seconded by: Council Member Reynolds AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
15. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT; DESIGN-BUILD ENTITY FOR CORPORATION YARD PROJECT, MULTI-BUILDING REMODEL AND SITE WORK DESIGN/BUILD PROJECT AT 655
CAL OAK
The City Council approved the modification of the contract with United Building Contractors, Inc (UBC) of Chico for Design/Build Construction Services on the new City of Oroville Corporation Yard in the amount of $23,160.00 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Vice Mayor Smith AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
16. REQUEST TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT WITH BLUE VOICE, LLC TO PROVIDE REAL TIME
ASSISTANCE TO OROVILLE POLICE OFFICERS
The City Council approved Agreement No. 3576 with Blue Voice, LLC. Oroville Police Department wishes to utilize Blue Voice, LLC software to enhance officer access to legal resources, mapping tools, and investigative support services by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Goodson Seconded by: Council Member Johnstone AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
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17. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH RONNIE BELSER FOR POSITION OF CODE
ENFORCEMENT DIRECTOR
The City Council approved a new employment agreement with Ronnie Belser for the position of Code Enforcement Director by approving Agreement No. 3568, and adopting Resolution No. 9419 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Johnstone Seconded by: Council Member Goodson AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
18. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH BRIAN RING FOR POSITION OF CITY ADMINISTRATOR The City Council approved a new employment agreement with Brian Ring for the position of City Administrator. The Council approved Agreement No. 3569, and adopted Resolution No. 9420 by the following vote:
Motioned by: Council Member Johnstone Seconded by: Council Member Goodson AYES: Council Member(s) Reynolds, Thomson, Johnstone, Goodson, Vice Mayor Smith, Mayor Pittman
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Webber
ABSTAINED: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
19. 5:00PM - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1891 ADOPTING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, HOUSING CODE, FIRE CODE AND RELATED CODES Opened at: 5:36PM – Hearing left open to a future date.
The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 1891 regarding the 2025 California Building Standards Code. However, this item was not voted on and will be brought back at a future meeting for consideration.
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20. 5:15 PM - PUBLIC HEARING FOR A RESOLUTION OF THE OROVILLE CITY COUNCIL
ACKNOWLEDGING THE PROJECT COMPLETION OF LINCOLN STREET FAMILY APARTMENTS AND TO CLOSEOUT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT, 21- DRMHP-21003-NTP1
The City Council opened a public hearing to solicit comments relating to the closeout of the CDBG-DR project related to Lincoln Street Family Apartments 21-DRMHP-21003-NTP1. No comments were received. This item will be re-noticed and brought back at a future meeting.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION – HEARING OF NON-AGENDA ITEMS
None received.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS / CORRESPONDENCE
1. Future Agenda Items – Council Member Reynolds asked staff to look into the Acacia and Oro Dam Intersection. He expressed support for a roundabout to be placed in that location, as opposed to traffic lights.
Bill Speer spoke on designating the cross section(s) of High Street and Huntoon as a school zone due to his vocational training center being located there.
2. Correspondence
i. City of Oroville Fire Statistic Monthly Report - October 2025 ii. Bi-Annual Report from the Southside Oroville Community Center
ADJOURN THE MEETING
The meeting was adjourned at: 6:11PM.
_______________________________ _______________________________ Kayla Reaster, Assistant City Clerk David Pittman, Mayor Docusign Envelope ID: C04BBEC9-0C18-47FC-9B70-7C305C12710B