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City Of Patterson
Regular Meeting Minutes
March 15, 2022
City Manager
Ken Irwin
City Attorney
Nubia Goldstein
Deputy City Attorney
Douglas White www.ci.patterson.ca.us
Mayor
Dennis McCord
City Council
Shivaugn Alves, District A
Alfred Parham, District B
Dominic Farinha, District C
Cynthia Homen, District D
City Clerk
Aracely Alegre
1. Call to Order
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Dennis McCord Mayor Present
Shivaugn Alves District A Present
Alfred Parham District B Present
Dominic Farinha District C Present
Cynthia Homen District D Present
The regular (hybrid) meeting of the City Council of the City of Patterson was called to order in the City of Patterson, City Hall, City Council Chambers, 1 Plaza, Patterson at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor McCord.
City Staff Present:
1. City Manager Irwin
2. Fire Chief Gregory
3. IT Manager Ford
4. Public Works Director Willett
5. City Planner Andrews
6. Police Chief Clayton
7. Finance Director Ryan
8. Capital Projects Manager Rodriguez
9. Recreation & Community Services Director Flanders
10. City Engineer Ulloa
11. Deputy Director of Regulatory Compliance & Administrative Services Delgado
12. City Attorney Goldstein
13. Recreation Administrative Services Manager Hernandez
14. Director of Human Resources Guillory Jones
15. City Clerk Alegre
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Statements of Conflict
None.
4. Items from the Public
Lawrence Taylor, Patterson Resident - addressed City Council regarding growth in Patterson and concerns with school not being able to accommodate all the new kids. Concerns with City Staff not discussing the process with the School District.
City Manager Irwin addressed Mr. Taylor's concerns.
Tony Porcella, Patterson Resident - addressed City Council regarding growth and school board meeting with City Staff.
Kandace Weyhrauch, Patterson Resident - addressed City Council regarding the recall process for Mayor McCord, asking for City Council to censure him.
Phil Alfano, Superintendent Patterson Joint Unified School District - addressed City Council regarding not being heard by City Staff and concerns regarding residential development growth. Concerns with schools not being able to accommodate all children within the new development. He also addressed City Council regarding Developers not paying fees and violating development agreements. Members of the community are invited to attend the second workshop, online or in person at the Professional Development Center on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
Russel Fowler, Field Representative for Office of Supervisor Chance Condit - addressed City Council regarding the visit from the California Secretary of Business, Consumer Services and Housing to Naomi's house and H.O.S.T house, for a presentation that Naomi's house and H.O.S.T house put together. Also addressed City Council regarding Supervisor Condit's meeting with Mayor Pro Tem Farinha. Also addressed the bi-monthly meeting of the West Side Health Care Task Force, thanking Councilmember Alves for participating. Great presentation by Tim Curley from Central Valley Children's Hospital promoting healthy options and how to get more medical facilities here in the Central Valley.
Jeff Mange, Assistant Superintendent at Patterson Joint Unified School District - addressed City Council regarding serious issues with developers and Baldwin Ranch project concerns. Urged City Council not to approve the Zacharias project until mitigation agreement is reached with the School District. Mr. Mange also addressed City Council regarding the February 22nd meeting with City Manager Irwin, Mayor Pro Tem Farinha and Board Member Bays discussion of bonds proceeds to be sent to the School District and have not been received. He also addressed City Council with concerns over the AT&T Cingular tower project.
Dale Torres, Patterson Resident - addressed the City Council regarding masking rules and covid waiver. Wants to know the City of Patterson's state of emergency.
Mayor McCord addressed Mr. Torres's concerns.
Yvonne Reynolds, Patterson Resident - addressed the City Council regarding wanting the Covid banners removed.
5. Consent Calendar
Mayor McCord pulled Item No. 5.8 to be brought back April 1st for review/approval.
At 7:32 p.m. Mayor McCord opened the Consent Calendar to public comment.
Yvonne Reynolds, Patterson Resident - requested to pull item 5.10 Dale Torres, Patterson Resident - requested to pull item 5.10 for discussion.
Kandace Weyhrauch, Patterson Resident - requested to pull item 5.10 for discussion.
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Mayor McCord discussed Item No. 5.10, stating the resolution will allow for hybrid meetings should we need it, in case Covid numbers change in the future.
Mayor Pro Tem Farinha addressed Item No. 5.10, discussing the ability to meet from any location.
City Attorney Goldstein addressed Item No. 5.10 stating it provides flexibility. Keeping certain limited portions of the state of emergency still in place. Provisions for recommendation which the resolution covers.
Tony Porcella, Patterson Resident - addressed City Council regarding impediments when trying to talk or join the meeting via zoom. Frustration over sending messages to City Attorney Goldstein and City Manager Irwin and not receiving a response. Not being able to speak during zoom meetings.
Yvonne Reynolds, Patterson Resident - addressed City Council regarding being muted during a zoom council meeting. Not in support of zoom meetings.
Kandace Weyhrauch, Patterson Resident - addressed City Council regarding frustration over comments not being read during the comments section during zoom meetings. Also addressed concerns with Seniors not being able to join meetings thru zoom because the process is confusing.
At 7:46 p.m. there being no further public comments, Mayor McCord closed the item from further public comments.
City Council addressed the following:
1. More people attended zoom/hybrid meetings.
2. Hybrid meetings give an option to be able to attend for anyone who could not possibly be here in person.
3. Update agenda to reflect current County guidelines regarding hybrid meetings.
4. Assisting residents with attending online meetings. City to offer "How to" classes/workshop on how to attend zoom meetings.
5. Update City website page with zoom link to join meetings.
Mayor Pro Tem Farinha motion to approve Consent Calendar Items 5.1 through 5.13, excluding Item No. 5.8. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Parham and unanimously approved by a 5-0 roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED
MOVER: Farinha
SECONDER: Parham
AYES: McCord, Alves, Parham, Farinha, Homen
5.1. Motion to Waive Readings - All Readings of Ordinances and Resolutions, Except by Title are hereby waived.
5.2. Approve Minutes of Regular Meeting - February 1, 2022 (7:00 PM)
5.3. Approve Minutes of Regular Meeting - February 15, 2022 (7:00 PM)
5.4. Approve City Department Reports for the Month of February 2022 (Community Development, Public Works and Recreation & Community Services)
5.5. Approve City Commission Reports for the Month of February 2022 (Parks Recreation & Beautification Commission)
5.6. Approve Resolution No. 2022-08, Accepting as complete the Las Palmas Ave Overlay Project; Authorize Staff to File the Notice of Completion and Commence the Warranty Period; and Approve the requested Budget Adjustment.
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5.7. Accept all bids for the Water Quality Control Facility Administration Building (WQCF) Project, award construction to Bobo Construction INC., authorize Staff to execute the Contract and approve the required budget adjustment.
5.8. Approve Agreement Between the City of Patterson and New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC.
5.9. Approve Resolution No. 2022-09 Proclaiming Arbor Week during March 7-14, 2022 in the City of Patterson.
5.10. Adopt Resolution 2022-10, Authorizing the City to Implement Teleconferenced Public Meetings Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361 Allowing the City to Continue a Hybrid Virtual Meeting Environment.
5.11. Approve the Resolution Nos. 2022-11 and 2022-12 Declaring the City Council's Intention to Initiate Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments and Ordering the Preparation of Engineer’s Reports for the Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs) and County Service Area (CSA) No. 15) for FY 2022/23.
5.12. Approve the Patterson Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 4577 Memorandum of Understanding and Salary Schedule Effective July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022
5.13. Approve Resolution No. 2022- 13 Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Application to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Public Benefit Grants Program.
6. Presentation
6.1. Engineering, Building, and Capital Projects - Patterson Public Safety Center Design Progress
City Engineer Ulloa addressed his report.
PBK Consultants Bill Louie and Jeff Peterson reviewed their presentation.
Mayor Pro Tem Farinha - addressed his preference for option number two although not liking the top of the building and the other end of the building not matching the rest. It makes the plan look incomplete or out of place. Also mentioned he is not in favor of the connecting bridge and the need for more vegetation. He asked what the cost of building would be? What is the price per square foot?
Mr. Louie addressed Mayor Pro Tem's question, the price is $750 per square foot.
Councilmember Homen addressed her preference for option number one and would like to see more palm trees. Not in favor of the connecting bridge.
Mr. Louie addressed Councilmember Homen's concerns.
Mayor Pro Tem Farinha addressed the possibility of adding solar panels.
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Mr. Louie addressed Mayor Pro Tem Farinha's comment. Solar panels have not been discussed but the roof could accommodate solar panels. Cost needs to be considered.
Councilmember Alves addressed if all new buildings require solar.
City Manager Irwin addressed Councilmember Alves's question, requirements are only for residential buildings.
Councilmember Parham addressed his preference for option one and the connecting bridge.
Mayor McCord addressed his preference for the connecting bridge as it allows flow of staff into both buildings. In favor of option two and solar panels. Not in support of park being eliminated in lieu of parking and the need for more trees.
Councilmember Alves - In favor of option two, some components of option one, like the bell tower. Will this new building fulfill the needs in 15 years? Has growth been considered?
City Manager Irwin - addressed Councilmember Alves's concerns. It will fulfill the needs, allowing for future expansion of City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tem Farinha would like to see options for the sign above the Public Center.
City Manager Irwin addressed the bridge for traffic and other options including offices and traffic.
At 8:51 p.m. Mayor McCord opened the item to public comments.
Kandace Wayrauch, Patterson Resident - addressed the City Council regarding the bridge, will it be allowing public pedestrians or only staff? Would've like see how solar panels look on top of the building.
Yvonne Reynolds, Patterson Resident - addressed the City Council in opposition of the bridge.
Tony Porcella, Patterson Resident - addressed the City Council regarding if the alley will become part private for Police to access.
Tim Benefield, Patterson Resident - addressed the City Council in favor of the bridge and the possibility of a covered walkway.
At 8:58 p.m. there being no further comments, Mayor McCord closed the item from further public comments.
7. Presentation/Action Item
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7.1. Finance - Adopt Resolution No. 2022-14 Approving City of Patterson adjustments to the Budget for the Fiscal Year 2021-22.
Finance Director Ryan and City Manager Irwin addressed their staff report.
City Council addressed the following:
- When do new staff come on board?
- Clarification on page 2 and 3, regarding the $1.3 million difference.
At 9:14 p.m. Mayor McCord opened the item to public comments. There were no public comments.
Mayor Pro Tem moved to Adopt Resolution No. 2022-14 Approving City of Patterson adjustments to the Budget for the Fiscal Year 2021-22. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Homen and approved by a 5-0 roll call vote.
RESULT: APPROVED
MOVER: Farinha
SECONDER: Homen
AYES: McCord, Alves, Parham, Farinha, Homen
7.2. Finance - Adopt Resolution No. 2022-15 Adopting Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding Policy.
Finance Director Ryan reviewed her staff report.
Ira Summer, GovInvest representative reviewed his presentation.
City Council addressed the following:
- Concerns over the $750 million payment
- Investment well thought out and conservative
At 9:34 p.m. Mayor McCord opened the item to public comments. There were no public comments.
Councilmember Parham moved to Adopt Resolution No. 2022-15 Adopting Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Funding Policy. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Alves and approved by a 5-0 roll call vote.
RESULT: APPROVED
MOVER: Parham
SECONDER: Alves
AYES: McCord, Alves, Parham, Farinha, Homen
8. City Council Reports
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A. Councilmember Alves
Looking forward to having a children's 24hr care facility here in the Central Valley. . Westside Health Care Task Force (Councilmember Parham alternate) B. Councilmember Parham
Nothing to report.
. (EDAC) Stanislaus County Economic Development Action Committee (Mayor McCord alternate)
. Hazardous Waste Advisory Committee (Mayor McCord alternate) . Stanislaus County Disaster Council (Mayor McCord alternate) C. Mayor Pro Tem Farinha
Nothing to report.
. Workforce Development Board (Councilmember Alves alternate) D. Councilmember Homen
. Stanislaus Homeless Alliance (City Manager Irwin 1st alternate, Councilmember Alves 2nd alternate)
The pit count was conducted on February 23rd and 24th, results have not been released. Financials were also discussed, action plan moving forward.
Secretary of State of California Business, Consumer Services and Housing, Lourdes Castro Ramirez visited H.O.S.T house. Brad Hawn, Chair at the Stanislaus Homeless Alliance gave tour of H.O.S.T house and Naomi's house. Also gave a presentation. Thanks to Cambridge Academies. . San Joaquin Valley Special City Selection Committee (Councilmember Alves alternate)
. Del Puerto Health Care District (Councilmember Alves 1st alternate, Mayor Pro Tem Farinha 2nd alternate)
E. Mayor McCord
Nothing to report.
. Stanislaus County Mayor's Meeting
. StanCOG (Councilmember Homen alternate)
. League of California Cities (Mayor Pro Tem Farinha 1st alternate, Councilmember Homen 2nd alternate)
9. Other Matters
City Council Addressed the following:
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- Happy St. Patrick’s Day.
- Homeless structures on highway 33
- Request for a presentation from Cambridge Academies to cover homeless numbers and general information. - High barrier shelters.
- Pets allowed at Naomi's house.
- Thanks to all citizens that come and participate.
- Congratulations to new City Clerk.
10. Adjournment
There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Patterson of March 15, 2022, was adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
Approved by the Patterson City Council on April 5, 2022.