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RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA, June 18, 2024
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 Richmond City Council Evening Open Session was called to order at 4:33 p.m. by Vice Mayor Claudia Jimenez.
(Mayor Martinez appointed Vice Mayor Jimenez to chair the meeting due to his illness.
Mayor Martinez participated in the meeting via teleconference in accordance with the "Just Cause" provision outlined in Assembly Bill 2449, regarding remote participation in legislative body meetings).
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Gayle McLaughlin, Doria Robinson, Melvin Willis, Cesar Zepeda, Vice Mayor Claudia Jimenez, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez (via teleconference). Absent: None.
C. CLOSED SESSION
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Wu v. City of Richmond, et al.
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
C.2 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.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9)
One Case
D. PUBLIC COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED SESSION (limited to items on the Closed Session agenda only)
There were no public comments.
E. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The Open Session adjourned to Closed Session at 4:35 p.m. Closed Session adjourned at 6:24 p.m.
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F. JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE RICHMOND HOUSING AUTHORITY /
RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
The Joint Special Meeting of the Richmond Housing Authority / Richmond City Council was called to order at 6:27 p.m. by Vice Chairperson/Mayor Claudia Jimenez. (Chairperson/Mayor Eduardo Martinez appointed Vice Chairperson/Mayor Jimenez to chair the meeting due to his illness. Chairperson/Mayor Martinez participated in the meeting via teleconference in accordance with the "Just Cause" provision outlined in Assembly Bill 2449, regarding remote participation in legislative body meetings).
G. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chairperson/Mayor Jimenez led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
H. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners/Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Gayle McLaughlin, Doria Robinson, Melvin Willis, Cesar Zepeda, Vice Chairperson/Mayor Claudia Jimenez, and Chairperson/Mayor Eduardo Martinez (via teleconference). Absent: Housing Authority Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott arrived after the roll was called.
I. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
J. REPORT FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Interim Richmond Housing Authority (RHA) Executive Director Gabino Arredondo announced that the Contra Costa County Housing Authority's affordable housing waitlists were open until June 27, 2024. Mr. Arredondo advised that the city's RHA staff was providing support at City Hall for applicants to apply on June 21, 24, and 25, 2024.
K. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
L. HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Commissioner/Councilmember Zepeda
Seconded by Commissioner/Councilmember Willis
To approve both items on the Housing Authority Consent Calendar.
Ayes (8): Commissioners/Councilmembers Bana, McLaughlin, Robinson, Willis, Zepeda, Vice Chairperson/Mayor Jimenez, Chairperson/Mayor Martinez, and Housing Authority Tenant Commissioner Scott.
Absent (0): None.
Passed (8 to 0)
L.1 Edrington Schirmer & Murphy LLP Contract Amendment #3 ADOPT a resolution authorizing Richmond Housing Authority’s Executive Director to enter into a third contract amendment with Edrington Schirmer & Murphy LLP for as needed lease enforcement and unlawful detainer legal services for an increased contract amount of $75,000 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $450,000 with a new term ending December 31, 2024 – Richmond Housing Authority (Gabino Arredondo 620-6606/Shannon Moore 621-1309).
Adopted Resolution No. 2196
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L.2 Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program Application for Richmond Village.
ADOPT a resolution authorizing the Richmond Housing Authority to submit a Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) application and any Section 18 Disposition application elements required to support blending RAD and Section 18 Disposition programs to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for Richmond Village - Richmond Housing Authority (Gabino Arredondo 620-6606).
Adopted Resolution No. 2197
M. JOINT RICHMOND HOUSING AUTHORITY / RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
BUDGET SESSION
M.1 Proposed Richmond Housing Authority Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024- 2025
ADOPT a joint resolution approving the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Richmond Housing Authority (RHA) budget, with total estimated revenues of $4,319,879 and total estimated expenditures of $4,671,805.57; and APPROVE an RHA subsidy from the City of Richmond General Fund in the amount of $351,926.57, which will provide sufficient revenue to match anticipated expenditures and balance the RHA budget to $4,671,805.57 in estimated revenues and $4,671,805.57 in expenditures - Richmond Housing Authority/Finance Department (Gabino Arredondo/Rita Martinez 510-621-1300).
City Manager Shasa Curl introduced the matter. Interim RHA Executive Director Gabino Arredondo and Senior Accountant Rita Martinez presented a PowerPoint that highlighted the following: RHA proposed amended budget; revenue and expenditures; asset repositioning; and financial audits. Discussion ensued. The council requested additional information concerning the expenditures for the RHA rental truck.
Motion by Commissioner/Councilmember Zepeda
Seconded by Housing Authority Tenant Commissioner Scott To adopt said joint resolution.
Ayes (8): Commissioners/Councilmembers Bana, McLaughlin, Robinson, Willis, Zepeda, Vice Chairperson/Mayor Jimenez, Chairperson/Mayor Martinez, and Housing Authority Tenant Commissioner Scott.
Absent (0): None.
Passed (8 to 0)
Adopted Resolution Nos. 2198 and 53-24
N. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
O. REGULAR MEETING OF THE RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
The Regular Meeting of the Richmond City Council was called to order at 6:49 p.m. by Vice Mayor Jimenez.
(Mayor Martinez appointed Vice Mayor Jimenez to chair the meeting due to his illness.
Mayor Martinez participated in the meeting via teleconference in accordance with the "Just Cause" provision outlined in Assembly Bill 2449, regarding remote participation in legislative body meetings).
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P. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Bana, McLaughlin, Robinson, Willis, Zepeda, Vice Mayor Jimenez, and Mayor Martinez (via teleconference). Absent: None.
Q. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
R. AGENDA REVIEW
Items T and U (report from the city manager and reports of officers) were postponed to the June 25, 2024, City Council meeting.
Item W.1.a. (Point Molate Alliance and North Coast Rivers Alliance settlement agreements) was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion after the Open Forum.
Item W.5.a (Raftelis workforce analysis) was continued to the June 25, 2024, City Council meeting.
S. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY OF FINAL DECISIONS MADE
DURING CLOSED SESSION
Item C.1 (existing litigation), the Wu matter was discussed and direction was given to the city's negotiators to work on a settlement. The Winehaven, Guidiville Rancheria, and North Coast Rivers Alliance/Point Molate Alliance matters were not discussed.
Item C.2 (anticipated litigation-significant exposure), a status report was given and no reportable action was taken.
Item C.3 (anticipated litigation-initiation), was not discussed.
T. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER (public comment allowed under Open Forum)
Postponed to the June 25, 2024, City Council meeting.
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) Postponed to the June 25, 2024, City Council meeting.
V. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
(public comment on items that remained on the Consent Calendar or items not on the agenda – were limited to 2 minutes unless otherwise specified - Back and forth dialogue with the Council was prohibited)
The following individuals gave comments in person:
Cordell Hindler expressed concerns regarding safety along 23rd Street. Mr. Hinder recommended creating a vibrant community by encouraging volunteers to pick up litter and installing parking meters to increase city revenue.
Rosemary Crawford-Henry expressed concerns regarding the cost of Richmond property taxes and city services. Ms. Crawford-Henry inquired about the status of street sweeping on South 18th Street, bonds for Doctor's Hospital, and funding for sewer replacement.
Daniel Nathan-Heiss gave comments regarding the city's potential to be an enviable economy in the Bay Area and beyond. Mr. Heights encouraged the community to work together to improve economic development.
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Mark Wassberg gave comments regarding youth transgender identity. Mr. Wassberg expressed concerns regarding the council's position on Chevron. Mr. Wassberg also gave comments regarding Richmond Progressive Alliance.
Andrea McKelvy acknowledged Chevron for providing to the unhoused. Ms. McKelvy inquired about the city's funding that was allocated for unhoused assistance and permanent housing.
Oscar Garcia objected to the council's late-hour discussions on agenda items concerning businesses on 23rd Street. Mr. Garcia also expressed concerns regarding the council meeting's attendee overflow area located in the Richmond Memorial Auditorium as a potential Brown Act violation.
W. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items placed under the Consent Calendar were considered to be routine and noncontroversial. The items were enacted upon together with a motion and second, without discussion, of any member of the City Council, and each item was deemed to have received the action recommended.)
Motion by Councilmember Willis
Seconded by Councilmember Zepeda
To approve all items on the Consent Calendar except Items W.1.a (settlement agreements) and W.5.a (Raftelis workforce analysis).
Ayes (7): Councilmember Bana, Councilmember McLaughlin, Councilmember Robinson, Councilmember Willis, Councilmember Zepeda, Vice Mayor Jimenez, and Mayor Martinez
Passed (7 to 0)
W.1 City Attorney's Office
W.1.a Settlement Agreements with Point Molate Alliance and North Coast Rivers Alliance
APPROVE proposed agreements with Point Molate Alliance and North Coast Alliance to settle attorney fees claims in North Coast Rivers Alliance v. City of Richmond, Contra Costa Co. Sup. Ct. Case No. N20- 1528 (Consolidated with Case No. N20-1474) for a total of settlement amount of $1,225,000 – City Attorney’s Office (Dave Aleshire, 510-620- 6509).
City Attorney Dave Aleshire introduced the matter and gave an oral report.
Don Gosney gave comments. Discussion ensued.
Motion by Councilmember McLaughlin
Seconded by Councilmember Willis
To approve said settlement agreements.
Ayes (7): Councilmember Bana, Councilmember McLaughlin, Councilmember Robinson, Councilmember Willis, Councilmember Zepeda, Vice Mayor Jimenez, and Mayor Martinez
Passed (7 to 0)
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W.2 City Clerk's Office
W.2.a Placing Richmond Election Reform Act (RERA) Initiative on the November 5, 2024, General Election Ballot
ADOPT a resolution to submit to the City of Richmond electorate at the General Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024, an initiative to amend the Charter to hold a primary election for Councilmembers before the general election each election year – City Clerk’s Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
Adopted Resolution No. 54-24
W.2.b City Council Meeting Minutes
APPROVE the minutes of the special April 23, 2024, and regular May 21 and May 28, 2024, meetings - City Clerk's Office (Pamela Christian 510- 620-6513).
W.3 Community Development
W.3.a Contract Amendment No. 2 with Macias Gini & O'Connell, LLP APPROVE a second contract amendment with Macias Gini & O’Connell, LLP to increase the contract limit by $9,900, for a total amount not to exceed $35,150, and to extend the term to December 31, 2026, with two additional one-year options not to exceed an additional $9,900 per extension to potentially increase the total not-to-exceed contract amount up to $54,950, to continue assisting in preparing federal and state income tax returns for 2023-2025 for the Richmond Neighborhood Stabilization Corporation – Community Development Department (Lina Velasco 510- 620-6706).
W.3.b San Francisco Foundation Grant for Housing Fellow ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE $16,600 in grant funds; AUTHORIZE the city manager to execute a grant agreement with San Francisco Foundation; and APPROVE a sole source contract with Kaitlyn Quackenbush Consulting, in an amount not to exceed $16,600, for the term June 1, 2024, through August 31, 2024, to support the City in implementing its recently adopted Equitable Land Disposition Policy – Community Development Department (Lina Velasco/Jesus Morales 510-620-6649).
W.3.c Contract with Oliver’s Tow, Inc. to remove Recreational Vehicles (RVs) APPROVE a contract amendment no. 1 with Oliver’s Tow, Inc., for additional $50,000, for a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $100,000, to support the removal and dismantling of Recreational Vehicles relinquished at the citywide encampments by those placed in housing - Community Development Department (Lina Velasco/Jesus Morales 510- 620-6649).
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W.3.d Homekey Purchase and Sale Agreement Amendments and Funding Resolution
ADOPT a resolution ratifying the city manager’s administrative amendments to the Purchase and Sale Agreement to acquire the Motel 6 located at 425 24th Street for Permanent Supportive Housing, and restating the City’s funding commitments and Project Co-applicants, Novin Development Corporation and Trinity Center Walnut Creek – Community Development Department (Lina Velasco 510-620-6841/Jesus Morales 510-620-6649).
Adopted Resolution No. 55-24
W.3.e Amendment No. 2 to Contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) for Rapid Rehousing and Housing Navigation Services for the Castro Encampment Resolution Funding Round 1 Project
APPROVE an Amendment No. 2 to the contract with Housing Consortium of the East Bay to increase the contract amount by $300,000, for a total not to exceed contract amount of $2,498,686, for a term through July 31, 2024, to pay anticipated costs related to services provided at the Castro Encampment – Community Development Department (Lina Velasco/Jesus Morales 510-620-6649).
W.4 Finance Department
W.4.a Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Appropriations Limit
ADOPT a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2024-25 appropriations limit for the City of Richmond pursuant to Article XIIIB of the Constitution of the State of California – Finance Department (Andrea Miller 510-620-6790/ Mubeen Qader 510-412-2077).
Adopted Resolution No. 56-24
W.4.b Investment and Cash Balance Report and Monthly Overtime Reports for the Month of April 2024
RECEIVE the City’s Investment and Cash Balance Report and Monthly Overtime Reports for the month of April 2024 – Finance Department (Andrea Miller 510-620-6740).
W.4.c Contract with BerryDunn for Recreation Fee Study
APPROVE a contract with BerryDunn, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, to provide a Recreation Department Fee Study with a term beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025 – Finance Department (Andrea Miller/ Antonio Banuelos 510-620-6741).
W.5 Human Resources
W.5.a Final Written Report of the Raftelis Workforce Analysis and PowerPoint Presentation
RECEIVE the final written report from Raftelis Financial Consultants regarding their workforce analysis – City Manager’s Office/Human Resources Department (Nickie Mastay/Sharrone Taylor 510-620-6602).
This item was continued from the May 28, 2024, and June 4, 2024, meetings.
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W.6 Library and Community Services
W.6.a Booker T. Anderson Jr. Community Center Fitness Equipment Purchase APPROVE a contract with Gym Doctors for the purchase and installation of fitness equipment at Booker T. Anderson Community Center in an amount not to exceed $60,000, for a term beginning June 18, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025 - Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828/Ranjana Maharaj 510-620-6972/Tetteh Kisseh 510-620-6919).
W.6.b Production Agreement Contract with Pyro Spectacular North Inc. for 3rd of July Fireworks Display
APPROVE the Production Agreement contract with Pyro Spectaculars North Inc. to provide a fireworks display show for Richmond on July 3, 2024, at the Richmond Marina in an amount not to exceed $103,185, and for a term beginning June 1, 2024, ending on December 31, 2024 – Community Services Department (LaShonda White
510-620-6828/Ranjana Maharaj 510-620-6972/Kymberlyn
Carson-Thrower 510-620-6789).
W.7 Mayor's Office
W.7.a Reappointment of Lily Rahnema to the Environment Community and Investment Agreement (ECIA) Grant Review Ad Hoc Committee REAPPOINT Lily Rahnema to the ECIA Grant Review Ad Hoc
Committee, term expires, March 31, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
W.7.b Juneteenth Proclamation
PROCLAMATION recognizing June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth in the City of Richmond – Mayor Eduardo Martinez (510-620-6503),
Councilmembers Melvin Willis (510-620-2050), and Doria Robinson (510-620-6568).
W.8 Police Department
W.8.a Richmond Police Department’s County Operated Child Interview Center (CIC) Services.
APPROVE the sole-source contract with Contra Costa County on behalf of its Employment and Human Services Department for the contract term July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $75,000 – Police Department (Chief Bisa French 510-621-1802).
W.8.b Sole Source Contract with Chaplin & Hill Investigative Services LLC.
APPROVE a sole source contract with Chaplin & Hill Investigative Services LLC, for an amount not to exceed $50,000, for the term June 19, 2024, to June 30, 2027 – Police Department (Chief Bisa French 510-621- 1802).
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W.9 Public Works
W.9.a Approve a Contract with Lorbel Inc. for Generator Inspections, Testing and Maintenance of all City Emergency Generators
ADOPT a resolution to award a contract with Lorbel Inc. for inspections, testing and repair services of all emergency generators for all City of Richmond Facilities for a period of three years for total contract amount not to exceed $150,000, with two, one-year options to renew for $40,000 per year - Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620- 5478/Tawfic Halaby 510-620-5482/Carl Capistrano 510-620-6896).
Adopted Resolution No. 57-24
W.9.b Adoption of Amendments to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for the West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory Committee (WCCTAC) and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Necessary Documents.
APPROVE a resolution to approve the amendments to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (JPA) for the West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory Committee (WCCTAC) and authorize the City Manager to execute any necessary documents pursuant to the approval of the JPA amendments – Public Works (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478 / Robert Armijo 510-620-5477).
Adopted Resolution No. 58-24
W.9.c Marina Bay Parkway Force Main Relocation Project Completion ADOPT a resolution to accept the Marina Bay Parkway Force Main Relocation Project as complete to enable the City to release the contractor’s bonds and retention payment; and ALLOCATE and APPROPRIATE the necessary funds from the Wastewater Fund in the amount of $356,786 for the two change orders that were necessary for addressing unforeseen project conditions – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Robert Armijo 510-620-5477).
Adopted Resolution No. 59-24
W.9.d Contract Amendment #1 with Mack5 for Project and Construction Management of the Shields-Reid Park Improvement Project APPROVE contract amendment number one with Mack5 for the Project and Construction Management Services under the Shields-Reid Park Improvement Project (#23028) in the amount of $78,300 for a total contract amount not to exceed $629,700, with an existing contract term ending December 31, 2025 – Public Works Department (Robert Armijo 510-620-5477/Josef Munoz 510-672-2407).
W.9.e Grit and Aeration Project, Issuance of a Task Authorization for Additional Unforeseen Work
ADOPT a resolution approving a task authorization for additional unforeseen work for the Grit and Aeration Basin project located at the Richmond Wastewater Treatment Plant in the amount of $4,875,580, for a new total amount not to exceed $50,482,068, for the period expiration of December 31, 2024 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510- 620-5478/Jeffrey Barich 510-412-2009).
Adopted Resolution No. 60-24
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W.9.f Purchase of a Vehicle Alignment Machine
APPROVE the purchase of a wheel alignment machine from Mohawk Lifts, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $80,000 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Dee Karnes 510-231-3044).
W.9.g Sole Source Contract with Bosco Oil dba Valley Oil for Bulk Fuel Delivery
APPROVE a six-month sole-source contract with Bosco Oil dba Valley Oil, beginning on July 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2024, in an amount not to exceed $500,000 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Dee Karnes 510-231-3044).
W.9.h Purchase of Thermoplastic Equipment
APPROVE the purchase of trailer-mounted thermoplastic equipment from Dispensing Technologies Corporation, in an amount not to exceed $124,000 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620- 5478/Dee Karnes 510-231-3044).
W.9.i Contract with Pablo Restorations Roofing and Waterproof APPROVE a contract with Pablo Restorations Roofing and Waterproof to waterproof and perform spot repairs on the roof of Fire Station 63, in an amount not to exceed $73,385.70, from May 22, 2024, to June 30, 2026 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Carl Capistrano 510-620-6896).
W.9.j List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2024-25 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funding Under Senate Bill 1
ADOPT a resolution approving the project list for Senate Bill 1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funding for Fiscal Year 2024-25 – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Tawfic Halaby 510-620-5482).
Adopted Resolution No. 61-24
W.9.k Groundwork Richmond Contract Amendment to Support Urban Forestry APPROVE a contract amendment No. 1 with Groundwork Richmond to increase the contract amount by $686,889, for a total not to exceed amount of $1,031,889, for a term beginning July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2026, to continue administering the City’s urban forestry program to be funded by the Environmental and Community Investment Agreement urban forestry funds – Community Development Department/Public Works Department (Lina Velasco 510-621-1231/Daniel Chavarria 510-620- 5478).
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W.9.l Approval to Award Richmond Art and Lighting Project Bids and Authorize Change Orders During the City Council Recess
APPROVE a resolution granting the City Manager or designee the authority to accept bids for the Richmond Art and Lighting Project up to the budgeted amount of $3.3 million and authorizing the Director of Public Works to approve change orders up to 10% of the construction costs, provided these change orders remain within the overall project budget – Public Works (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478 / Robert Armijo 510-620-5477).
Adopted Resolution No. 62-24
X. NEW BUSINESS
X.1 Consideration of an Oil Refining Business License Tax Ballot Measure for November 5, 2024, Election
ADOPT a resolution submitting the Proposed Oil Refining Business License Tax Ballot Measure to the voters at the November 5, 2024, election and AUTHORIZE the City Attorney’s Office and staff to finalize any necessary documents relating to the ballot measure – City Attorney’s Office (Dave Aleshire 510-620-6509).
Mayor's Office Chief of Staff Shiva Mishek introduced the matter. Kerry Guerin, Attorney for Communities for a Better Environment Action and Asian Pacific Environmental Network Action, presented a PowerPoint that highlighted the following: need for new revenue; opportunities in Richmond Refining Business License Tax; negative public refining impacts; general tax vs. special tax; proposed tax and examples; Measure T (2008) oil refineries tax; Measure U (2020) gross receipts tax; 50-year tax automatic expiration; and proposed ordinance. The following individuals gave comments in person: Lejon Reese, Jim Hollis, Aisiyeh Zakerrmosala, Patrick Scott, Kevin Taylor, Jason Christianson, Greg Bosworth, Rafael Castro-Chavez, Sandrine Demathieu, Richelle Ledesma, Katherine Lee, Harsheet Subedi, Brandon Dawkins, Jose Luis Abastida, Alma Gutierrez, Todd Osterberg, Orin Wakefield, Luisa Laracuente, Kristin Frost, Elsa Stevens, Karen Duran, Martine Johannessen, Keala Uchoa, Isa Flores-Jones, Andrew Parrino, Daniela Dickey, Israel Leon, Theresa Matthews, Ken Wohlgeschaffen, John-Paul Fredeluces, Stephen Dole, James Ashcroft, Anthony Vescuso, Khaled Turkmani, Sam Parino, Anna Morgan, Lekha Thomas, Sue Wilson, Lazuli Trujano, Aaloni Chess, Kat Ramos, Anna Curtis, Angel Gonzalez, Rauly Butler, Jane Perry, Kandice McDonald, Timothy Jefferies, Connor Dickey, Jay Perrette, Thomas Holman, Kelly Colomb-Jennings, Mark Hughes, Kris Battleson, Zack Ziegler, Tolly Graves, Ernest Lompa, Mauricio Molina, Jesus Castillo, Greg Reed, Ken Mertes, Brady Boswell, Reina Wright, Hamed Eksivi, Daniel Vise, Brian Peacock, Linsi Crain, Byron Smith, Logan Czujko, Cliff Wiest, Linda Overra, Theo Lequesne, Tristan Cunanan, Gloria Johnson, Janet Johnson, Sam Smith, Jose Abastido, Rocky Chau, Andrea Zuniga, Michael Barglow, Paul Cochran, Denise Wong, Amy Zhou, Jesus Castillo, Chris Leman, Zenaida Gomez, Jason Gallia, Lucky Hoey, Rennae Ross, Angel Greer, Mark Orcutt, Felicia Harper, Alma Gutierrez, Laurie Mintzer, Mark Wassberg, Kristiana Lompa, Randy Joseph, Oscar Garcia, Mike Dreiling, and Janet Johnson.
The following speakers gave comments via teleconference: Clair Brown, Woody Hastings, Sara Cantor, Isabella Zizi, Benjamin Therriault, Michael Gilksohn, Jovanka Beckles, Jamin Pursell, Sara Theiss, Laura (last name not stated), Jane Courant, Selena Perez, Carolyn (last name not stated), Theresa Dixon, Rona
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Fernandez, Sylvia A., River (last name not stated), and Emily Ross. Discussion ensued.
(At 10:58 p.m. - a motion by Mayor Martinez calling the question to end the discussion and vote on the matter died for the lack of a second). (At 11:00 p.m. - a motion by Councilmember Willis, seconded by Vice Mayor Jimenez, to extend the meeting until the end of Item X.1, passed by the unanimous vote of the City Council).
Motion by Councilmember Willis
Seconded by Councilmember McLaughlin
To adopt said resolution and authorize staff as recommended with the understanding per the proposed ordinance, Section 13.58.280 (City Council Authority to Amend), "the City Council has the right and authority to amend this Chapter, to further its purposes and intent (including but not limited to amendment for more efficient administration as determined by the City Council), in any manner that does not increase a tax rate, or otherwise constitute a tax increase for which voter approval is required by Article XIII C of the California Constitution, pursuant to Section 9217 of the California Elections Code. However, the City Council shall not have the authority to decrease the tax imposed by this Chapter and any such decrease in the tax imposed by this Chapter shall require the approval of a majority of the City’s voters voting on such a measure".
Ayes (7): Councilmember Bana, Councilmember McLaughlin, Councilmember Robinson, Councilmember Willis, Councilmember Zepeda, Vice Mayor Jimenez, and Mayor Martinez
Passed (7 to 0)
Adopted Resolution No. 63-24
Y. BUDGET SESSION
Y.1 Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Proposed Operating Budget and FY 2024-25 to 2028-29 Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Budget ADOPT resolutions approving: (1) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Proposed Operating Budget, and (2) FY 2024-25 to FY 2028-29 Proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan Budget – City Manager’s Office/Finance Department (Shasa Curl 510-620-6512/ Nickie Mastay 510-620-6609/ Andrea Miller 510-620- 6790/Mubeen Qader 510-412-2077).
Continued to the June 24, 2024, City Council meeting.
Z. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned to Monday, June 24, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. to hear Item Y .1 (budget session).
Pamela Christian, Clerk of the City of
Richmond
Eduardo Martinez, Mayor