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MINUTE BOOK NO. 69
MAYOR JEFF GEE APPROVED MINUTES
VICE MAYOR LISSETTE ESPINOZA-GARNICA
COUNCIL MEMBER ALICIA C. AGUIRRE 1017 MIDDLEFIELD ROAD
COUNCIL MEMBER KAIA EAKIN REDWOOD CITY, CA
COUNCIL MEMBER DIANE HOWARD
COUNCIL MEMBER ELMER MARTINEZ SABALLOS
COUNCIL MEMBER CHRIS STURKEN
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/
SUCCESSOR AGENCY/
PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, September 23, 2024, 6:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Gee called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL - Council Members Aguirre, Eakin, Howard, Martinez Saballos, Sturken, Vice Mayor Espinoza-Garnica and Mayor Gee were present. Council Member Aguirre participated remotely.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Sturken led the pledge of allegiance.
4. PRESENTATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
4.A. Presentation by San Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana on long COVID impacts and vaccination updates
San Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana gave a presentation.
4.B. Welcoming Star Awards
Redwood City Together Public Relations Specialist Benjamin Juarez Garcia and Promoter Hector Ortiz gave an overview of the Welcoming Star Program and presented the awards along with Mayor Gee.
4.C. Career Online High School Program graduate recognition Interim Library Director Sarah LaTorra gave an overview of the Career Online High School Program, facilitated by the Redwood City Public Library and Redwood City Library Foundation, and together with Mayor Gee, presented the diplomas to Genelly Medina, Heide Quezadas Pinto, and Shayla Melendez (not present).
5. PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR, MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST AND
ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The following members of the public provided comments:
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• Tony Gapastione
• Cath Trindle
• Edward Stancil
• Anupam Bhatia
• Susan Hinton
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion and Second, Howard and Martinez Saballos, to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, passed unanimously by roll call vote.
6.A. Tentative Agreement between the City of Redwood City and the San Mateo County Firefighters International Association of Firefighters Local 2400 (IAFF), and amendments to the City of Redwood City's Classification and Wage and Salary Plan to update the salary range for classifications represented by IAFF, and for the Fire Fighter Trainee classification (304) Reso 16243 Reso 16244
Recommendation:
1. By motion, approve Tentative Agreement relative to wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment for employees in the San Mateo County Firefighters International Association of Firefighters Local 2400 (IAFF) bargaining unit, for the period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026; and
2. Adopt a resolution amending the City's Classification and Salary and Wage Plan for classifications represented by IAFF and the Fire Fighter Trainee classification.
3. Adopt a resolution approving an appropriation amendment to the FY 2024 -2025 General Fund budget to increase expenditures in the amount of $531,850 for increased salary and benefit costs related to the IAFF Agreement that begins in Fiscal Year 2024-25
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.B. $2 million grant application for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)’s Regional Measure 3 (RM3) Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail (SR2TBT) Program for preliminary engineering and environmental study of segments of the Bay Trail Gap Closure Project (702) Reso 16245
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of an application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program Funding for the Bay Trail Gap Closure Project.
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CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.C. Installation of all -way stop signs at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Duane Street (304) Reso 16246
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the installation of all-way stop signs at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Duane Street.
CEQA:
Categorically Exempt - Class 1. Existing Facilities
6.D. Award of contract to McNabb Construction, Inc. and Park Associates doing business as (Dba) Park Planet for the Jardin de Ninos Park Expansion Project and supply of metal frame structure, with funding from Park Impact Fees, grants, and Capital Improvement Program funds, to expand the parks services in the City's Stambaugh- Heller Neighborhood (304)
Recommendation:
1. By motion, award a contract, and approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the standard form construction contract documents, for the Jardin De Ninos Park Expansion Project to McNabb Construction, Inc. of Lafayette, CA in the amount of $491,491; and authorize the City Manager to increase the contract amount, if necessary, up to 10 percent of the original contract amount, for a total amount not to exceed $540,640; and
2. By motion, award a contract, and approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the standard form construction contract documents, for the supply of metal frame structure to Park Associates Dba Park Planet of Red Bluff, CA in the amount of $159,856; and authorize the City Manager to increase the contract amount, if necessary, up to 10 percent of the original contract amount, for a total amount not to exceed $175,842.
CEQA:
Categorically Exempt - Class 3. New construction or conversion of small structures; and Class 4. Minor alterations to land
6.E. Final acceptance of the Hawes Park Synthetic Turf Replacement Project (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, accept the Hawes Park Synthetic Turf Replacement Project, and authorize the release of bonds and the retention according to City procedures.
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CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.F. Final acceptance of the 1525 Connecticut Drive Creek Wall Repair Project at Redwood Creek (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, accept the 1525 Connecticut Drive Creek Wall Repair Project, and authorize the release of bonds and retention according to City procedures.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.G. Extend fee waiver deadline and approve proposed plan to gain compliance with the Outdoor Business Program (304) Reso 16247
Recommendation:
1. Adopt a resolution extending the deadline to qualify for a “use of space” fee waiver for Outdoor Business Activity Permits for parklets and sidewalk cafes; and
2. By motion, approve proposed plan to gain compliance from non-compliant businesses.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.H. Consent to Assignment Agreement with Renne Public Law Group dba Renne Public Policy Group to California Public Policy Group to provide State legislative advocacy and grant writing consulting services (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Consent to Assignment Agreement with Renne Public Law Group dba Renne Public Policy Group and California Public Policy Group.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.I. Agreement for Services with the Redwood City School District for $1,184,298 for 2024- 2025 extended day learning services funded by State grants and participant fees (no General Fund contribution required) (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement for Services with the Redwood City School District for $1,184,298 for 2024 - __________________________________________________________________________________________ JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD/ September 23, 2024 PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 5
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2025 extended day learning services.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.J. Agreement for Services with Browning -Ferris Industries of California, Inc. to provide disposal services for soils and mixed material construction debris (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, determine that due to the nature of services, a competitive bidding process is not likely to serve the best interest of the City, and approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Services with Browning - Ferris Industries of
California, Inc. to provide disposal services for soils and mixed material construction debris for a two-year term through 2026 in an amount not to exceed $560,000, including City Manager authority to extend the agreement for two additional two -year terms through 2030 for $576,800 and $594,104 each extension respectively, for a potential aggregate not-to-exceed amount of $1,730,904 (requires 5/7 vote).
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.K. Agreement for Services with Lockworks Unlimited, Inc. for annual access control system management and on- call locksmith services to maintain operability of access software and hardware for City facilities through December 31, 2029 (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, determine that due to nature of the products and support services, competitive bidding is not likely to serve the best interests of the City or result in the lowest price, and approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement for services through December 31, 2029 with Lockworks Unlimited, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $711,592 (requires 5/7 vote).
CEQA:
Categorically Exempt - Class 1. Existing Facilities
6.L. Master Purchase Agreement with Statewide Traffic Safety and Signs, Inc. dba AWP Safety to supply traffic signs, safety products, and related services (304)
Recommendation:
By motion, approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Master Purchase Agreement for as-needed traffic supplies and services with Statewide Traffic Safety and Signs, Inc. dba AWP Safety for a one-year term through 2025 in an amount not to exceed __________________________________________________________________________________________ JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD/ September 23, 2024 PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 6
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$130,000, including City Manager authority to extend the agreement for two additional two-year periods through 2029, for an aggregate not-to-exceed amount of $690,187.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
6.M. Approve September 9, 2024 City Council Minutes (301)
6.N. Approve claims and checks from September 23, 2024 to October 14, 2024 and the usual and necessary payments through October 14, 2024 (303)
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
8. STAFF REPORTS
8.A. Waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapters 18 (Local Improvements & Planning) and 27A (Stormwater Management and Discharge Control Program), and repealing and replacing Municipal Code Chapter 30 (Subdivisions), to conform to current laws, provide greater streamlining of subdivision applications, and improve flexibility to accommodate housing developments (305) Reso 16248
Engineering and Transportation Director Tanisha Werner introduce d the item, and Assistant Engineering and Transportation Director James O’Connell gave the presentation.
There was no public comment.
Recommendation:
1. Waive first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Chapter 18 (Local Improvements & Planning) and Chapter 27A (Stormwater Management and Discharge Control Program) of the Redwood City Municipal Code, and repealing and replacing Chapter 30 (Subdivisions); and
2. Adopt resolution adopting updated Green Infrastructure Development Standards for new building and substantial commercial remodels in accordance with Chapters 12 and 27A of the Redwood City Municipal Code.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Motion and second, Espinoza -Garnica and Eakin, to waive first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Chapter 18 (Local Improvements & Planning) and Chapter 27A (Stormwater Management and Discharge Control Program) of the Redwood City __________________________________________________________________________________________ JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD/ September 23, 2024 PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES PAGE 7
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Municipal Code, and repealing and replacing Chapter 30 (Subdivisions); and adopt resolution adopting updated Green Infrastructure Development Standards for new building and substantial commercial remodels in accordance with Chapters 12 and 27A of the Redwood City Municipal Code, with the friendly amendment to conduct further research on green infrastructure requirements of other jurisdictions, passed 6-1 by roll call vote, with Mayor Gee opposed.
9. STUDY SESSIONS
9.A. Study Session on tobacco regulations including the permitting and monitoring of tobacco retailers in the City of Redwood City and smoking in the public right of way
Assistant City Manager Patrick Heisinger introduced the item, and Economic Development Manager Amanda Anthony gave the staff presentation.
There was no public comment.
Recommendation:
Receive the staff presentation and provide input on community engagement and analysis desired to inform City regulation and enforcement of tobacco retailers and whether the City Council has interest in regulating smoking in the public right of way.
CEQA:
This is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
A Study Session was held. No formal action was taken by the Council.
10. MATTERS OF COUNCIL INTEREST
10.A. City Council Member Report of Conferences and Meetings Attended
A. City Council Report of Meetings/Conferences Attendance Councilmember Howard reported on the following:
• September 21 Pride and Beautification Annual Fall Cleanup • September 19 San Mateo County Emergency Services Council meeting attended on behalf of Council Member Eakin
Mayor Gee reported on the following:
• September 20-21 Sister Cities delegation visit, with a formal presentation item schedule for a future Council meeting • September 21 Caltrain electrification service launch event
Vice Mayor Espinoza-Garnica reported on the following:
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• September 10 Community Collaboration for Children’s Success (CCCS) Law Enforcement & Community Relations Initiative Retreat • September 19 Aguililla te Acerca event at the Fox Theater
Council Member Eakin reported on the following:
• September 12 City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG) Board meeting
• Last month’s League of Cities dinner where the 100th anniversary of Memorial Park was announced
Council Member Sturken reported on the following:
• September 20 Sister Cities dinner at Casa Circulo
• August 22 Airport Land Use Committee Safety Zone 6, Childcare Committee meeting
10.B. City Council Committee Reports
A. Utilities Sub-Committee - Council Member Eakin gave an update.
10.C. City Manager (Oral) Update - City Manager Melissa Stevenson Diaz gave the following updates:
• Attended September 21-24 ICMA conference in Pittsburgh, PA, where City staff presented on racial justice and right-sizing best practices in public safety • Thanked staff who supported Sister Cities event and Caltrain Electrification event over the weekend
• Applications are open now through October 14, 2024 applications for a six- month program for Vibrant Opportunities for Involvement, Community, and Empowerment (VOICE) 2024-2025 leadership program, more information at www.yli.org.
11. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor Gee adjourned the meeting at 9:33 p.m.
Respectfully submitted.
Yessika Castro, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk
Approved at the October 14, 2024 City Council meeting.