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MINUTES
PLACERVILLE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2022
NO CLOSED SESSION
OPEN SESSION: 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – TOWN HALL
549 MAIN STREET, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667
NO CLOSED SESSION SCHEDULED
____________________________________________________________________________________ 5:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited.
2. ROLL CALL: Present: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
3. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
3.1 Proclamation for National Night Out 2022 (Mayor Taylor) Mayor Taylor read the proclamation and presented it to Sergeant Aaron Pratt.
4. CLOSED SESSION REPORT – City Attorney Ebrahimi
No report; closed session was not held this evening.
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
It was moved by Councilmember Borelli and seconded by Vice-Mayor Saragosa that the City Council adopt the agenda as presented. The motion was passed by the following vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS TO THE PUBLIC
6.1 Brief Comments by the City Council
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The City Council made brief comments.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
NOTE: All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion by roll call vote unless any member of the Council wishes to remove an item for discussion. The reading of the full text of all Resolutions will be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise.
7.1 Approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 14, 2022 (Ms. O’Connell)
Approved the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 14, 2022.
7.2 Approve the Accounts Payable Register (Mr. Warren)
Approved the Accounts Payable Register.
7.3 Approve the Payroll Register (Mr. Warren)
Approved the Payroll Register.
7.4 Receive and File Public Records Requests (Ms. O’Connell) Received and filed Public Records Requests.
7.5 Receive and File the 2021 Annual Housing Element Progress Report (This item was continued from June 14, 2022) (Mr. Rivas) Received and filed the 2021 Annual Housing Element Progress Report.
7.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance to Execute the Certifications of Direct Charge wherein the City Certifies that the Special Assessments that are Collected by the County of El Dorado Meet the Requirements of Proposition 218 and Authorizing the County Auditor-Controller to Place the City’s Special Assessments on the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Secured Tax Roll (Mr. Warren)
Resolution No. 9090
Adopted a resolution authorizing the Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance to execute the certifications of Direct Charge wherein the City certifies that the Special Assessments that are collected by the County of El Dorado meet the requirements of Proposition 218 and authorizing the County Auditor-Controller to place the City’s Special Assessments on the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Secured Tax Roll.
7.7 Adopt a Resolution:
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1. Consolidating the November 8, 2022 City Council
Election with El Dorado County; and
2. Authorizing and Directing the Registrar of Voters, at the City’s Expense, to Provide All Necessary Services, Which Shall Include but not be Limited to: Publications, Ballots, Sample Ballots, Election Officers, Polling Places, and Canvass; and
3. In the Event of a Tie Vote, the Winning Candidate Shall be Decided by Lot (Ms. O’Connell)
Resolution No. 9091
Adopted a resolution for the following actions:
1. Consolidating the November 8, 2022 City Council Election with El Dorado County; and
2. Authorizing and directing the Registrar of Voters, at the City’s expense, to provide all necessary services, which shall include but not be limited to: publications, ballots, sample ballots, election officers, polling places, and canvass; and
3. In the event of a tie vote, the winning candidate shall be decided by lot.
7.8 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Placerville Adding Chapter 18 in Title 7 of the Placerville Municipal Code, Establishing a Fiber Utility in the City of Placerville (Mr. Morris)
Ordinance No. 1709
This item was pulled for discussion. The City Manager summarized the ordinance. Public comment was received by Comcast representative, Philip Arndt. Following comments from the City Council, it was moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Councilmember Neau that the City Council adopt an ordinance adding Chapter 18 in Title 7 of the Placerville Municipal Code, establishing a fiber utility in the City of Placerville.
The motion was passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7.9 Authorize the Mayor to Sign a Letter to State Legislators Opposing AB 2237(Friedman): Restrict Local Transportation Projects ________________________________________________________________________ Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of June 28, 2022 4 Visit us on “The Web” at www.cityofplacerville.org
Public comment was received from Sue Rodman. The City Council authorized the Mayor to sign a letter to State legislators opposing AB 2237(Friedman): Restrict Local Transportation Projects
7.10 Adopt a Resolution Approving a Fireworks Display at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds on Monday, July 4, 2022
Resolution No. 9092
Adopted a resolution approving a fireworks display at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds on Monday, July 4, 2022.
Public comments were received from Philip Arndt on Item 7.8 and from Sue Rodman on Item 7.9. It was moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Vice-Mayor Saragosa that the City Council pull Item 7.8 for discussion and approve the balance of the Consent Calendar. The motion was passed by the following vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
8. PUBLIC COMMENT – NON-AGENDA ITEMS
8.1 Oral Communication
Oral communication was received by David Zelinsky, Kirk Smith, Sean Reese, and Matt Kelly.
8.2 Written Communication
No items of written communication were received.
9. ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Item 7.8 was pulled from the Consent Calendar.
10. ORDINANCES
10.1 Introduce and Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Title 10 (Zoning Ordinance), Regarding Definitions of Types of Commercial Lodging Facilities Including the Regulation of Shortterm Rentals and to Allow for Transient Short-term Rentals Within the Commercial Zone District (C), Zoning Code Section 10-5-15, the Highway Commercial Zone District (HWC), Zoning Code Section 10- 5-17, and Clarification of the Same Within the Central Business District (CBD), Zoning Code Section 10-5-14, as Recommended by the Planning Commission (File # ZC22-01) (Mr. Rivas)
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The Director of Development Services provided background information on the item and responded to Council comments. Public comments were received from Sue Rodman, Celia Lux, Larissa Lujan, Kirk Smith, James Webb, David Ross, and Mandi Rodriguez.
Following Council discussion, it was moved by Mayor Taylor and seconded by Councilmember Thomas that the City Council introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance amending Title 10 (Zoning Ordinance), regarding definitions of types of commercial lodging facilities including the regulation of short-term rentals and allow for transient short-term rentals within the Commercial Zone District (C), Zoning Code Section 10-5-15, the Highway Commercial Zone District (HWC), Zoning Code Section 10-5-17, and clarification of the same within the Central Business District (CBD), Zoning Code Section 10-5-14, as recommended by the Planning Commission (File # ZC22-01); making amendments to the definition of “kitchen” as needed, and to add a clause to the ordinance limiting the number of short-term rental permit approvals to ten per year.
The motion was passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
The Mayor called for a brief recess.
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS
11.1 Hold a Public Hearing and Adopt a Resolution Approving and Adopting the Proposed Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program Budget as Presented (Mr. Warren) Resolution No. 9093
The Director of Finance summarized the report and responded to Council questions. Public comments were received from Kathi Lishman, Sue Rodman, and Amy Lepper. It was then moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Vice-Mayor Saragosa that the City Council adopt a resolution approving and adopting the proposed Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program Budget as presented.
The motion was passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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11.2 Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriation Limit (Gann) for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 and Determining Compliance with
Government Code Section 7910 (Mr. Warren)
Resolution No. 9094
The Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance presented the staff report.
No public comment was received. It was then moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Councilmember Borelli that the City Council adopt a resolution establishing the Appropriation Limit (Gann) for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 and determining compliance with Government Code Section 7910.
The motion was passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
12. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
12.1 Adopt a Resolution:
1. Approving the Renewal of the Declaration of a Drought State of Emergency, Stage 1 Water Alert Citywide, as First Declared in Resolution No. 8990, Which was Adopted on July 13, 2021; and
2. Asking Placerville Water Customers to Continue
Reducing Their Baseline Water Consumption by 15% on a Voluntary Basis; and
3. Reauthorizing and Redirecting the City Manager and his Designees to Take All Actions Deemed Reasonably Necessary to Respond to the Re-Declared Emergency Conditions Including Continuing All Voluntary Stage 1 Drought Actions, as Detailed in El Dorado Irrigation District’s 2021 Updated Drought Action Plan and State Water Resources Control Board Emergency Regulations (Mr.
Warren)
Resolution No. 9095
The Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance summarized the item and responded to Council questions. Jesse Saich, EID’s Communications and Media Relations Manager, also addressed the City Council. Public comment was received from Sue Rodman and Kathi Lishman. Following Council discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Borelli and seconded by Vice-Mayor Saragosa that the City Council adopt a resolution for the following actions:
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1. Approving the Renewal of the Declaration of a Drought State of Emergency, Stage 1 Water Alert Citywide, as First Declared in Resolution No. 8990, Which was Adopted on July 13, 2021; and
2. Asking Placerville Water Customers to Continue Reducing Their Baseline Water Consumption by 15% on a Voluntary Basis; and
3. Reauthorizing and Redirecting the City Manager and his Designees to Take All Actions Deemed Reasonably Necessary to Respond to the Re-Declared Emergency Conditions Including Continuing All Voluntary Stage 1 Drought Actions, as Detailed in El Dorado Irrigation District’s 2021 Updated Drought Action Plan and State Water Resources Control Board Emergency Regulations.
The motion was passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
12.2 By Minute Action Adopt the City Council Governance Handbook (Mr.
Morris)
The City Manager summarized the item and responded to Council questions. Public comment was received from Kathi Lishman. Following Council discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Councilmember Borelli that the City Council adopt the City Council Governance Handbook. The motion was passed by the following voice vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
12.3 By Minute Action Adopt the City’s Strategic Plan and Direct Staff to Proceed with Implementation (Mr. Morris)
The City Manager explained the item and responded to Council questions.
Public comment was received from Kathi Lishman. Following Council discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Councilmember Borelli that the City Council adopt the City’s Strategic Plan with the addition of Strategy #8 under Maintain/Improve Quality of Life that addresses the pursuit of City beautification and community charm.
The motion was passed by the following voice vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Taylor, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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ABSTAIN: None
12.4 Adopt a Resolution:
1. Authorizing the City Manager and/or His Designee to
Submit a Loan Application for a Short-term Loan From the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) in the Amount of $1,540,000 for Land Acquisition of the Mallard and Middletown Affordable Apartment Projects; and
2. Directing the City Manager to Return To the City
Council with the Associated Loan Agreement and Any Other Necessary Documentation for Final Consideration and Approval (Mr.
Rivas)
Resolution No. 9096
Mayor Taylor recused herself from this item due to property ownership within proximity of the proposed developments and exited the chamber.
The Director of Development Services presented the report and responded to Council questions. The City’s consultant, Chris Westlake, also helped answer Council questions. Public comment was received from Sue Rodman and Kathi Lishman.
Following Council discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Thomas and seconded by Councilmember Borelli that the City Council adopt a resolution for the following actions:
1. Authorizing the City Manager and/or His Designee to Submit a Loan Application for a Short-term Loan From the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) in the Amount of $1,540,000 for Land Acquisition of the Mallard and Middletown Affordable Apartment Projects; and
2. Directing the City Manager to Return To the City Council with the Associated Loan Agreement and Any Other Necessary Documentation for Final Consideration and Approval.
The motion was passed by the following roll-call vote:
AYES: Borelli, Neau, Saragosa, Thomas
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RECUSED: Taylor
13. COUNCIL REPORTS FROM OTHER AGENCY MEETINGS
• El Dorado County Transit Authority
No meeting, however, Mayor Taylor said she and Lori Parlin (acting as an adhoc committee) reviewed results of a salary compensation study. ________________________________________________________________________ Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of June 28, 2022 9 Visit us on “The Web” at www.cityofplacerville.org
• El Dorado County Transportation Commission
No meeting.
• LAFCO (El Dorado Local Agency Formation Commission)
Councilmember Neau said the board provided direction for an Executive Officer and appointed an alternate public member.
• SACOG (Sacramento Area Council of Governments)
Vice-Mayor Saragosa reported that the final budget was adopted. • Pioneer Community Energy Board of Directors
No report.
• Placerville Fire Safe Council
Councilmember Borelli referred to comments made earlier by David Zelinsky who said there are a number of concerns regarding the Lion’s Park and Sean Drive area should a fire approach from Weber Creek. Mr. Zelinsky requested assistance in holding a chipping party, where neighbors would put their chipping materials out on the street for chipping services. • City/County Two by Two Committee
No meeting.
• Opportunity Knocks/Continuum of Care
Vice-Mayor Saragosa said an emergency meeting was held to receive information regarding grant funds that had become available.
14. REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS – (Requests for Future Agenda Items Requires a Majority Concurrence of the Council)
Vice-Mayor Saragosa requested an Ordinance for short-term rentals within the City’s residential districts be brought back to the City Council for consideration and discussion. However, the Council would like to review all current projects within the Development Services Department for prioritization first.
15. CITY MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS
No reports.
16. UPCOMING ITEMS
Items tentatively scheduled for the next City Council meeting include: Broadway Sidewalks Right of Way Offers (Closed Session), Trip to Green Traffic Control Contract Award and Project Update, Broadway Urban STBGP Funding Appropriation and Right of Way Amendment, Notice of Completion for Benham ________________________________________________________________________ Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of June 28, 2022 10 Visit us on “The Web” at www.cityofplacerville.org
Street, Voting Delegate to League Conference, New Salary Schedule (Sworn Officers) and Cancellation of July 26 Council Meeting.
17. ADJOURNMENT @ 8:56 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled Council meeting will be held on July 12, 2022, 4:30 P.M. Closed Session, 5:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Regina O’Connell, CPMC, City Clerk