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RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA,
June 6, 2023, 4:00 p.m.
Community Services Building
440 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, CA 94804
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A. OPEN SESSION TO HEAR PUBLIC COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED SESSION The meeting was called to order at 4:05 p.m. by Mayor Eduardo Martinez.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Gayle McLaughlin, Claudia Jimenez, Cesar Zepeda, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez. Absent: Councilmember Doria Robinson was absent the entire meeting. Councilmember Melvin Willis arrived after adjourning to Closed Session.
C. CLOSED SESSION
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of Subdivision (d) [as applicable] of Government Code Section 54956.9) One Case
C.2 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
• Property: 222 Marina Way (Nystrom Village)
Agency Negotiators: Nannette Beacham, Gabino Arredondo, Susan Bloch Negotiating Parties: McCormack Baron Salazar (MBS) and Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services (RNHS)
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
C.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9)
Two Cases
C.4 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code
Section 54957.6)
Agency Representatives: Sharrone Taylor and Jack Hughes Employee organizations:
1. SEIU Local 1021 Full Time Unit and Part Time Unit
2. IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Level Management Unit and
Executive Management Units
3. Richmond Police Officers Association RPOA
4. Richmond Police Management Association RPMA
5. IAFF Local 188
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6. Richmond Fire Management Association RFMA
C.5 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) • Richmond Shoreline Alliance v. City of Richmond
• Winehaven v. City of Richmond
• Guidiville Rancheria of California, et al. v. United States of America, et al. • North Coast Rivers Alliance et al./Point Molate Alliance et al. v. City of Richmond
D. PUBLIC COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED SESSION
E. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The meeting adjourned at 4:07 p.m.
F. REGULAR MEETING OF THE RICHMOND HOUSING AUTHORITY
The meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m. by Chairperson Eduardo Martinez.
G. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairperson Martinez led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
H. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Soheila Bana, Claudia Jimenez, Melvin Willis, Cesar Zepeda, Vice Chairperson Gayle McLaughlin, Chairperson Eduardo Martinez and Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott. Absent: Commissioner Doria Robinson was absent the entire meeting.
I. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
J. REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Interim Housing Authority Director Gabino Arredondo reported that the Housing Authority of Contra Costa County would be opening up wait lists for Friendship Manor, Hacienda Senior Apartments, and The Terraces Family Apartments. The project-based voucher wait list would open on Monday June 12, 2023. Flyers were available in the Council Chambers in English and Spanish.
K. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
L. HOUSING AUTHORITY OPEN FORUM
The following individuals gave comments in person: Andrea McKelvy, Justin Sandicich, Christine Tangney, and Natalie Fitzgerald gave comments regarding the Castro Street encampment and housing they were offered and subsequent issues. Jessie Taran gave comments regarding Richmond Community Foundation and suggested that the city gave more oversight to its operations. City Manager Shasa Curl stated if individuals needed additional Housing First services, or for emergency housing, they could contact the Richmond Community Foundations at 510-234-1200 for further assistance.
M. HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott
Seconded by Vice Chair Gayle McLaughlin
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Ayes (7) Commissioners Sohelia Bana, Claudia Jimenez, Melvin Willis, Cesar Zepeda, Vice Chair Gayle McLaughlin, Chair Eduardo Martinez, and Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott.
Absent (1) Commissioner Doria Robinson
M.1 Contract Reassignment from Vacant Property Security, LLS (VPS) to New Owner Door and Window Guard Systems, Inc. (DAWGS)
ADOPT a resolution assigning the Vacant Property Security, LLS (VPS) contract to Door and Window Guard Systems, Inc. (DAWGS), for a total contract amount of $69,525.48, with a term ending on July 1, 2024 – Richmond Housing Authority (Gabino Arredondo 510-620-6606).
Adopted Resolution No. 2184.
M.2 Standing Purchase Order for Maintenance, Repair, and Unit Turnover Activities for Public Housing Sites
ADOPT a resolution authorizing a standing purchase order with HD Supply for an amount not to exceed $180,000, for maintenance, repairs, and unit turnover activities ending June 30, 2025 - Richmond Housing Authority (Gabino Arredondo 510-621-1300).
Adopted Resolution No. 2185.
M.3 Amendment of Authorized Signatures on Richmond Housing Authority Mechanics Bank Depository and Checking Accounts
ADOPT a resolution removing the former City of Richmond Accounting Manager Delmy Cuellar, updating Nannette Beacham’s title to Director of Economic Development, and adding Interim Richmond Housing Authority Executive Director Gabino Arredondo, City of Richmond Deputy Director of Finance Mubeen Qader, Accounting Manager Jerry Chak, and Deputy City Manager Nickie Mastay as authorizing signatory on the Mechanics Bank depository and checking accounts - Richmond Housing Authority (Gabino Arredondo 510-621- 1300).
Adopted Resolution No. 2186.
N. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
O. REGULAR MEETING OF THE RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
The meeting was called to order at 6:56 p.m. by Mayor Eduardo Martinez.
P. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Claudia Jimenez, Melvin Willis, Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor Gayle McLaughlin, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez. Absent: Councilmember Doria Robinson was absent the entire meeting.
Councilmember Willis stated he would leave the meeting at 10 p.m.
Q. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
R. AGENDA REVIEW
Item X.2.a. (Co-sponsor the El Sobrante Stroll) was removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed at the end of the agenda. Item X.3.d. (Approval of New Fees for a
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Revised Master Fee Schedule) was removed from the Consent Calendar to be heard after approval of the Consent Calendar.
S. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY OF FINAL DECISIONS MADE
DURING CLOSED SESSION
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of Subdivision (d) [as applicable] of Government Code Section 54956.9)
One Case
Status report was given. No reportable action was taken.
C.2 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
• Property: 222 Marina Way (Nystrom Village)
Agency Negotiators: Nannette Beacham, Gabino Arredondo, Susan Bloch Negotiating Parties: McCormack Baron Salazar (MBS) and Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services (RNHS)
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
Status report was given. Negotiators received direction.
C.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9)
Two Cases
Both cases were discussed, and direction was given to the negotiators. No reportable action was taken.
C.4 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code Section 54957.6)
Agency Representatives: Sharrone Taylor and Jack Hughes Employee organizations:
SEIU Local 1021 Full Time Unit and Part Time Unit
IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Level Management Unit and Executive Management Units Richmond Police Officers Association RPOA
Richmond Police Management Association RPMA
IAFF Local 188
Richmond Fire Management Association RFMA
Status report was given. There was no conclusion due to lack of time.
C.5 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) • Richmond Shoreline Alliance v. City of Richmond
• Winehaven v. City of Richmond
• Guidiville Rancheria of California, et al. v. United States of America, et al. • North Coast Rivers Alliance et al./Point Molate Alliance et al. v. City of Richmond Status report was given. There was no reportable action.
T. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER (public comment allowed under Open Forum)
City Manager Shasa Curl reported the following recent events: The Pride and Juneteenth flags were raised in the Civic Center Plaza; the Richmond Pride Festival and celebration
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took place at the Civic Center; and the Richmond Promise Annual Scholar Celebration was held. Ms. Curl also reported on the following upcoming events: City Council Goal Setting meeting scheduled for June 15, 2023; Poet Laureate applications were open. For more information individuals could contact Winifred Day at 510-620-6952; Waste collection services requested community feedback on how to improve sustainability and equity and zero waste at Richmondenvironment.org or by calling 510-620-6512; Summer Youth Employment was open. Interested individuals could apply by calling 510-412- 2044 or at richmondworks.org; and the Juneteenth Celebration and parade would be held from 11 a.m. to 6.pm.on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Nicholl Park.
T.1 Caltrans Bay Area Summer 2023 I-80 Paving Project Presentation A PowerPoint presentation was made by Andrew Baskerville and Bart Nay, which highlighted the following: I-80 Pavement Rehabilitation Project; Project Location; Project Need, Scope & Purpose; I-80 Freeway Scheduled Closures; Traffic Management Plan; Regional CMS Deployment; Major Regional Detours for EB 80 and WB 80; and Outreach Effort. Discussion ensued. The project should be completed by late 2023.
T.2 NEW EMPLOYEE REPORT - 1st Tuesday
Sharonne Taylor, Interim Human Resources Director announced the following new hires for the Month of May 2023: Aldrine Gorrostieta Aguirre, Parking Enforcement Representative Police Department; Daisy Regalado Mercade, Crime Scene Technician, Polce Department; Ivania Navarrette, Law Office Supervisor, City Attorney's Office; Gregory Palomino, Administrative Aide, Richmond Housing Authority; Natasha Terry, Employment Program Specialist, Employment and Training; Brenda Weiss, Police Property Technician, Police Department; and Natasha Wolfe, Jailer, Police Department.
U. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: REFERRALS TO STAFF, AND GENERAL REPORTS (INCLUDING AB 1234 REPORTS)(limited to two minutes per Councilmember) (public comments allowed under Open Forum)
Councilmember Willis reported that he attended the Richmond Rainbow Pride Celebration and a graduation for the Richard Boyd Fellowship Safe Return Reentry Project.
Councilmember Bana invited everyone to a fire safety council meeting on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Pinole City Hall and also invited the community to the upcoming El Sobrante Stroll in El Sobrante.
Councilmember Zepeda reported the following: attended the raising of the Pride and Juneteenth flags; Pickleball kickoff would be at Booker T. Anderson Park on June 10, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; upcoming Taste of Richmond event; invited individuals to apply for the ECIA Transportation Oversight Committee; invited the community to the Juneteenth Parade and Festival on Saturday, June 17, 2023; thanked Sala Thai restaurant for provided tonight's City Council meal; thanked Richmond Build for landscaping around City Hall; attended the Castro Street encampment meeting; and announced that there is a LGBTQI community liaison at the Richmond Police Department.
Councilmember McLaughlin reported that she recently attended the raising of the Juneteenth and Pride flags, the Reimagining Task Force meeting, and the Richmond Promise Scholarship event. Councilmember Mclaughlin also announced that the Community First Village group were having a movie night at the end of July to share information about their visit to Austin, Texas.
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Councilmember Jimenez recognized and thanked the Richmond Rent Program and Nicolas Traylor for providing translation services to newly appointed board member Tomasa Espinoza.
Mayor Martinez thanked the Mayor's Office staff for assisting and organizing in many of the recent community events. Mayor Martinez also reported that he attended a WELL meeting organized by Wealth Water Education for Latino leaders and put on by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California to look at the Colorado River facilities and how they carry water from the Colorado River to various locations.
V. ABATEMENT REPORT FROM THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR - 1st Tuesday (public comment allowed under Open Forum)
Public Works Director, Daniel Chavarria reported the following: Encampment Abatement; Private Property Clean-ups and Board-ups; Weed Abatement; Graffiti Removal; Abatement Staff Hours; 186 tons of debris collected; and Illegal dumping hotspots.
W. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
(public comment on items that remain on the Consent Calendar or items not on the agenda - limited to 2 minutes unless otherwise specified - Back and forth dialogue with the Council is prohibited)
The following individuals gave comments in person:
Mark Wassberg gave comments regarding the Transgender movement.
Rick Perez gave comments regarding an article in the Richmond Pulse regarding police de-escalation training.
Patricia Perez gave comments regarding the death of her grandson Pedie Perez who died 9 years ago.
Jamin Pursell thanked councilmembers who attended the Reimagining Public Safety Committee, and also thanked everyone who assisted with the Richmond Rainbow Pride Event.
Larry Lewis announced that the Richmond PAL Carnival was scheduled for June 16, 17, and 18, 2023, on Barrett Avenue and 25th Street. Presale tickets would be $30 sold at Richmond Pal at 2200 MacDonald Avenue.
The following speakers gave comments Via Zoom:
Jessie Taran spoke in support of the LGBQTI community and the surplus edible food act program.
Amanda Eicker thanked the Richmond Rainbow Pride community and also thanked the city for the recommended funding for the NIAD program and its artists.
Mindy Pines thanked the city for hosting the Richmond Rainbow Pride event.
Leisa Johnson thanked Councilmember Zepeda for trying to find strategic solutions for illegal dumping more effectively. Ms. Johnson also stated that CalTrans should give attention to the on and off ramps on I-580 located within Richmond city limits.
Naomi Williams gave comments regarding the fire at the International/Pullman Hotel and requested that the city should post a historical marking there to commemorate the black porters who were housed there.
X. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
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(All items placed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and noncontroversial. These items will be enacted upon together with a motion and second, without discussion, of any member of the City Council, and each item shall be deemed to have received the action recommended.)
Motion by Councilmember Melvin Willis
Seconded by Vice Mayor McLaughlin
Ayes (5): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Melvin Willis, Vice Mayor McLaughlin, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez Absent (2): Councilmember Doria Robinson, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda Passed (5 to 0)
X.1 City Clerk's Office
X.1.a City Council Meeting Minutes
APPROVE the minutes of the Richmond City Council March 21, March 28, and May 2, 2023, regular meetings - City Clerk's Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
X.2 City Council
X.2.a CONTINUED TO THE JUNE 20, 2023, CITY COUNCIL MEETING - Co-sponsor the El Sobrante Stroll
APPROVE co-sponsoring the annual El Sobrante Stroll by providing $2,000 for portable restrooms or procuring portable restrooms in the Richmond portion of the stroll, staffing for City booth and staging of public safety vehicles or equipment - Councilmember Soheila Bana (510- 620-6473)
X.2.b Memorial Park Bench at Pt. Molate Beach Park
DIRECT staff to install a park bench at Pt. Molate Beach Park with a memorial plaque in honor of Pt. Molate sustainability advocate and former Richmond Planning Commissioner Carol Teltschick (1952-2021) - Vice Mayor Gayle McLaughlin (510-620-6636).
X.2.c Resolution in support of AB 1465, Sponsored by Assembly Member Buffy Wicks
ADOPT a resolution in support of Assembly Bill 1465, sponsored by Assembly Member Buffy Wicks to triple fines for refinery violations - Councilmember Claudia Jimenez (510-620-6565).
Adopted Resolution No. 49-23.
X.3 Finance Department
X.3.a Tax Rate for Tax Override Pension Fund
INTRODUCE an ordinance (first reading) setting the tax rate for the Tax Override Pension Fund for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 at 0.14 percent – Finance Department (Mubeen Qader/ Antonio Banuelos 510-620-6741).
X.3.b Investment and Cash Balance Report and Monthly Overtime Reports for the Month of April 2023
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RECEIVE the City’s Investment and Cash Balance Report and Monthly Overtime Reports for the month of April 2023 – Finance Department (Nickie Mastay/Mubeen Qader 510-412-2077).
X.3.c Auditing Services for the Port of Richmond
APPROVE a contract with GPP Analytics, Inc. to provide auditing services for the Port of Richmond, in an amount not to exceed $81,750, with a term beginning June 15, 2023, and ending December 31, 2023 – Finance Department/Port Division (Nickie Mastay 510-620-6602/ Nannette Beacham 510-621-1306/ Mubeen Qadar 510-412-2077/ Jerry Chak 510-620-6569).
X.3.d Approval of New Fees for a Revised Master Fee Schedule ADOPT an ordinance (second reading) establishing certain fees for the proposed Master Fee Schedule - Finance Department (Mubeen Qader/Antonio Banuelos 510-620- 6741).
Revenue Manager Antonio Banuelos gave a PowerPoint which highlighted the following: Updated Fee; New Fees; Fee Waiver Policy; Commercial Cannabis Regulatory Fees; Fiscal Impact of New Fees and Fee Update; Discounts approved by City Council; Fee Waivers Approved; and Historical Convention Center Rental Revenue. Discussion ensued.
Lashonda White provided a list of organizations whose fees were waived.
City Council approved the first reading of the Cannabis Fees only at the May 23, 2023, city council meeting, and requested that staff returned with an analysis of a more equitable overall fee schedule for approval. City Council also requested that fees be made more financially accessible for Richmond residents. Jessie Teran and Debbie Bayer gave comments via Zoom. Staff will return to the July 11th City Council meeting with a more thorough update on the fee waiver policy. City Manager Shasa Curl suggested that this matter could be further discussed with Henry Gardner for prioritization and potential inclusion with the city council's goal and objectives. The matter establishing certain fees for the proposed Master Fee Schedule was continued to the June 20, 2023, City Council meeting.
Adopted Ordinance No. 08-23 N.S.
Motion by Vice Mayor McLaughlin
Seconded by Councilmember Claudia Jimenez
Adopted the second reading of the Cannabis Fees only.
Ayes (6): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Melvin Willis, Councilmember Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor McLaughlin, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Absent (1): Councilmember Doria Robinson
Passed (6 to 0)
X.4 Human Resources
X.4.a Resolution Amending Staffing (Position Control)
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ADOPT a resolution amending staffing (position control) to reallocate an existing position – Human Resources Department (Nickie
Mastay/Sharrone Taylor 510-620-6602).
Adopted Resolution No. 50-23.
X.4.b Resolutions Adopting the IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Management Bargaining Unit’s Ratified Contract Amendment and Approving Implementation of the Segal Classification and Compensation Study
ADOPT a resolution approving the ratified contract amendment between the IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Management Bargaining Unit, providing for implementation of the Segal Classification and Compensation Study and a four percent base wage increase effective July 1, 2023, for IFPTE Local 21 Mid-Management Bargaining Unit; and ADOPT a resolution approving the associated salary schedule for the four percent base wage increase – Human Resources Department (Nickie Mastay/Sharrone Taylor 510-620- 6602).
Adopted Resolution No. 51-23.
X.5 Library and Community Services
X.5.a Contract with BiblioCommons for BiblioCore, an Improved Library Patron Catalog Interface and Discovery Layer
APPROVE the sole-source Library Services Master Agreement with BiblioCommons for BiblioCore software as a service (SaaS), for a term commencing June 1, 2023, and ending May 31, 2026, for a total not to exceed contract amount of $74,924.60 – Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828/ Christopher Larsen 510-620-5524).
X.5.b ChargePoint Master Service and Subscription Agreement - Amendment 2 APPROVE a second amendment to the contract with ChargePoint, Inc. to increase the contract amount by $20,000, including a contingency of $4,388, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $54,970, to renew the network cloud service and warranty coverage for City-owned electric vehicle charging stations, and extend the agreement term to June 30, 2025 – Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828/ Denee Evans 510-621-1718).
X.5.c Richmond Workforce Development Board Local Plan Program Year 21-24 Two-Year Modifications
APPROVE the submission of the Local Plan Program Year (PY) 21-24 Two-Year Modifications for the Richmond Workforce Development to the California Workforce Development Board – Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828/Tamara Walker 510-307- 8006).
X.5.d Submission of the Local Area Subsequent Designation and Local Board Recertification Application for Program Years 2023-25
ACKNOWLEDGE the submission of the Local Area Subsequent Designation and Local Board Recertification Application for Program Year 2023-2025, signed by the Chair of the Richmond Workforce Development Board and the Mayor of the City of Richmond – Community
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Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828/ Tamara Walker 510-307-8006).
X.5.e Global Parking Solutions Amendment
APPROVE a second contract amendment with Global Parking Solutions USA, LLC. in the amount of $6,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $14,700, to continue providing pay station cloud services subscriptions and warranty coverage, with a term extending through June 30, 2025 – Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620- 6828/ Denée Evans 510-621-1718).
X.6 Mayor's Office
X.6.a Commission on Aging Appointments
REAPPOINT Rose Brooks to the Commission on Aging, term expires, May 19, 2027 - Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
X.6.b Updated List of 2023 Boards and Commissions Council Appointments APPROVE the proposed list of 2023 Boards and Commissions Council liaisons, four ad hoc committees and Councilmembers to regional committees - Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6502) X.6.c Community Police Review Commission Appointment
APPOINT Carole Johnson, Community Police Review Commission, Term Expires Nov 1, 2026 - Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510- 620-6502)
X.6.d Richmond Arts and Culture Commission Appointment
APPOINT Arleide Da Silva Santos to the Richmond Arts and Culture Commission, Term Expires January 31, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503)
X.6.e Proclamation honoring and celebrating Juneteenth in the City of Richmond.
PROCLAMATION recognizing and honoring Juneteenth in the City of Richmond – Mayor Eduardo Martinez (510-620-6503), Councilmembers Doria Robinson (510-620-6568), and Melvin Willis (510-412-2050).
X.6.f Proclamation honoring and celebrating Pride Month in the City of Richmond
PROCLAMATION recognizing June as LGBTQI+ Pride Month in the City of Richmond – Mayor Eduardo Martinez (510-620-6503) and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda (510-620-6593).
X.7 Public Works
X.7.a Contract Amendment #1 for DMR Builders for the Shimada Park Roof Replacement
APPROVE a first contract amendment with DMR Builders for the Shimada Park Restrooms roof reconstruction at Shimada Park Richmond Marina, in the amount of $22,667.25, to pay for project change order costs due to unforeseen roof decking damage, for a new total project amount not to exceed $247,667.25 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510- 620-5478/Robert Armijo 510-620-5477).
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Y. BUDGET SESSION
Y.1 ACKNOWLEDGE receipt of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Proposed Second Draft Budget and RECIEVE the draft General Fund Five-Year Forecast and CalPERS Update
RECEIVE an update on the draft FY 2023-2024 Annual Operating Budget and FY2023-2028 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan Budget; and RECEIVE DIRECTION from City Council prior to final budget adoption – City Manager’s Office/Finance Department (Shasa Curl, 510-620-6512, Nickie Mastay, 510-620- 6609, Mubeen Qader, 510-412-2077).
Revenue Manager Antonio Banuelos, Finance Director Mubeen Qader, and Mike Meyer of NHA Advisors presented a PowerPoint that highlighted the following:
FY 2023-2024 Budget Development Milestones; General Fund Revenue and Expenditure Assumptions; Draft General Fund Expenditures; General Fund Operating Transfers Out; General Fund Additional Appropriations; Non-General Fund Additional Appropriations; General Fund FY 2023-24 Budget; Economic Development/Port Capital Projects; State Audit-Corrective Action Plan & Five- Year Financial Forecast; Five-Year Financial Forecast-Revenue/Expenditure Assumptions; CalPERS Unfunded Accrued Liability; Outstanding Pension Obligation Bonds; Historical and Projected UAL Payment Schedule; Pension Tax Override Revenues; Pensions Tax Override Revenues vs. Projected Pension Costs; 2022 Pension Bond Restructuring; Ongoing Cost-Containment Strategies; Section 115 Trust; and Restructuring UAL using Debt Pension Bond. Discussion ensued.
The City Council gave the following list of items for budget allocations or for further review to include in the budget: Chevron Utility Tax Assumptions and if renewable in the future; air monitoring for pollution $10,000; historical plaques; budget for cultural events; wildfire safety $500,00 for fire education; using Measure X Funds; Terminal 4 Wharf Removal grant amounts; rental income went down; 0% other revenue; how to close future deficit; estimated overtime costs for police and fire; public bank working group; understand PTO better with additional presentation; Richmond Swim center hours increased; better restrooms and lighting for parks; unspent funds from 22-23 FY budget estimate; make questions and answers public; detailed cost pool allocations; Risk Management presentation to understand expenses and operations; Homeless Strategic Plan staffing; Library staff to open on weekends; recreation centers open on weekends; full time and part time positions listed; projection of staff costs expenditure forecast; unfunded liability analysis options; total surplus funds; and Cost pool for vehicles. Any further feedback from the city council would be provided to staff in writing.
The following individuals gave comments via Zoom: Deborah Preston, Johnnie Conner; Ruthie Dineen; Lolis Garcia; and Nitin Borwankar.
Z. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Z.1 THIS ITEM HAS BEEN CONTINUED TO THE SEPTEMBER 26, 2023,
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
HOLD a public hearing on an appeal filed objecting to the Planning Commission’s conditional approval of a Vesting Tentative Map, Major Design Review, and Density Bonus waivers to certain development standards, including a consistency checklist under CEQA for a 94-unit townhome project on a site located on Brickyard Cove Road; and ADOPT a Resolution denying the appeal
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and affirming the Planning Commission’s action on the Brickyard Cove Residential Project - Community Development Department (Lina Velasco 510- 620-6841).
AA. NEW BUSINESS
AA.1 Presentation from Richmond Police Department and Family Justice Center on Addressing Sex Trafficking
RECEIVE a presentation from the Richmond Police Department, the Contra Costa County Human Trafficking Task Force, and the Family Justice Center on anti-sex trafficking efforts - Councilmember Soheila Bana (510-620-6743). This item was continued from the May 23, 2023, meeting.
Richmond Police Department Captain John Lopez, Katrina Latale Director of the Contra Costa Human Trafficking Task Force, and Lasharay Johnson from the Family Justice Center, presented a PowerPoint which highlighted the following:
Human Trafficking Law Changes; Strategic Plan; Contra Costa Human Trafficking Task Force; Key Activities & Strategic Plans; and Family Justice Center Overview and Services. Discussion ensued. The presenters and the community were invited to participate in an upcoming event to combat violence against women in October 2023.
(At 11:00 p.m. on motion of Councilmember Bana, seconded by Vice Mayor McLaughlin extended the meeting to 11:30 p.m. by the following vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Bana, Jimenez, Zepeda, Vice Mayor McLaughlin, and Mayor Martinez. Absent: Councilmembers Robinson and Willis.) AA.2 Offshore Wind Opportunities at the Port of Richmond RECEIVE a presentation on the Offshore Wind Industry and opportunities for the Port of Richmond - Mayor Eduardo Martinez (510-620-6503) and Councilmember Claudia Jimenez (510-620-6565).
Matt Trowbridge from Moffatt & Nichol presented a Powerpoint which highlighted the following: Offshore Wind Federal Deployment Strategy; California OSW Deployment Targets; Ongoing Port Studies U.S. West Coast; Required Number of Port Sites in California; Best CA Port Sites; and Study Opportunity for Richmond. Discussion ensued. The hiring of a Port Director and the Request for Proposal for the offshore wind opportunity would be done concurrently.
(At 11:30 p.m. on motion of Councilmember Jimenez, seconded by Vice Mayor McLaughlin suspended the rules and extended the meeting to complete only Item AA.2 - Offshore Wind Opportunities at the Port of Richmond, by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Bana, Jimenez, Zepeda, Vice Mayor McLaughlin, and Mayor Martinez. Absent: Councilmembers Robinson and Willis.)
The following individuals gave comments via Zoom: Diana Wear, Steve Ongerth, and Lisa Johnson.
AB. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:57 p.m., to meet again on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
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Clerk of the City of Richmond Mayor