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RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA,
April 15, 2025, 3:30 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 Open Session was called to order at 3:32 p.m. by Mayor Eduardo Martinez.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Jameila Brown, Sue Wilson, Claudia Jimenez, Vice Mayor Cesar Zepeda, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez. Absent: Councilmember Bana arrived at 3:42 p.m. and Councilmember Robinson arrived at 3:36 p.m.
C. JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND/SURPLUS PROPERTY
AUTHORITY MEETING
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Surplus Property Authority of the City of Richmond v. Riggers Loft Wine Company
CITY COUNCIL
C.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Lozano, et al. v. City of Richmond, et al.
Winehaven Legacy LLC v. City of Richmond
Guidiville Rancheria of California, et al. v. United States of America, et al.
C.3 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: 222 Marina Way (Nystrom Village)
Agency Negotiators: Nannette Beacham, Antoinette Terrell, Susan Bloch Negotiating Parties: Gorman & Company and Novin Development/ Eden Housing, Inc. and Community Housing Development
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
D. PUBLIC COMMENT BEFORE CLOSED SESSION (limited to items on the Closed Session agenda only)
Cordell Hindler gave comments in support of the city working with the Riggers Loft to remain open and encouraged positive discussions about Nystrom Village.
Kevin Brown, Barbara Brown, Garry Hurlbut, Bob Roden, and Sherry Novick gave comments in support of the city council and owners working through issues and finding a reasonable payment plan regarding the Riggers Loft to prevent its closure.
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E. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The Open Session adjourned at 3:46 p.m. Closed Session adjourned at 5:02 p.m.
F. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE RICHMOND HOUSING AUTHORITY
The meeting was called to order at 5:09 p.m. by Chairperson Eduardo Martinez.
G. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairperson Eduardo Martinez led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
H. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Soheila Bana, Jamelia Brown, Claudia Jimenez, Doria Robinson, Sue Wilson, Vice Chairperson Cesar Zepeda, Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott, and Chairperson Eduardo Martinez. Absent: None.
I. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
J. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
K. PUBLIC COMMENT (on Richmond Housing Authority Consent Calendar items or Richmond Housing Authority items not on the agenda)
Cordell Hindler stated the commissioners should approve the consent calendar.
L. HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott
Seconded by Commissioner Soheila Bana
Ayes (8): Commissioners Soheila Bana, Jamelia Brown, Claudia Jimenez, Doria Robinson, Sue Wilson, Vice Chairperson Cesar Zepeda, Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott and Chairperson Eduardo Martinez.
Passed
L.1 Contract with RK Roofing & Construction Inc. for Gutter Replacements at Nystrom Village
ADOPT a resolution approving the award of a contract for the gutter replacement at Nystrom Village to RK Roofing & Construction Inc., in an amount not to exceed $270,000, which includes a 20 percent contingency, with a contract term beginning April 15, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026 - Richmond Housing Authority (Antoinette Terrell 510 620-6784/Gregory Palomino 510-621-1361).
Adopted Resolution No, 2209.
L.2 Contract with Structure Development Advisors, LLC for Asset Repositioning
ADOPT a resolution authorizing a sole source contract with Structure Development Advisors, LLC to continue the repositioning of assets of the Richmond Housing Authority in the amount not to exceed $600,000 from April 15, 2025, to June 30, 2028, with the option to extend for up to one additional year at $200,000 for a potential total payment limit of $800,000 - Richmond Housing Authority (Antoinette Terrell/Gregory Palomino 510-621-1361).
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Adopted Resolution No. 2210.
M. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.
N. REGULAR MEETING OF THE RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
The meeting was called to order at 5:12 p.m. by Mayor Eduardo Martinez.
O. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Soheila Bana, Jamelia Brown, Claudia Jimenez, Doria Robinson, Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Cesar Zepeda, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez.
Absent: None.
P. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
Q. AGENDA REVIEW
Items U.5.c District Office Lease with U.S. Congress Member John Garamendi's Office and V .1 - Presentation of Unfunded Actuarial Liabilities were continued to the May 6, 2025, City Council meeting. Item U.10.c. - Approval of funding allocation for Point Molate Beach Stabilization Project was removed from the consent calendar for discussion. Items W.1 - Unit Determination - Community Intervention Specialist and X.2 Salary Schedule Amendment were continued to the April 22, 2025, City Council meeting.
R. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY OF FINAL DECISIONS MADE
DURING CLOSED SESSION
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Surplus Property Authority of the City of Richmond v. Riggers Loft Wine Company
The status of the litigation was discussed. A judge recently determined that Riggers Loft violated the terms of its lease and the city's lawsuit was upheld and determined that Riggers Loft does not have right of possession of the property and the eviction process could be carried out.
CITY COUNCIL
C.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) Lozano, et al. v. City of Richmond, et al.-Direction was given to the city's litigation team regarding resolution of the lawsuit.
Winehaven Legacy LLC v. City of Richmond - Not discussed. Guidiville Rancheria of California, et al. v. United States of America, et al.- Not discussed.
C.3 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: 222 Marina Way (Nystrom Village) Agency Negotiators: Nannette Beacham, Antoinette Terrell, Susan Bloch Negotiating Parties: Gorman & Company and Novin Development/ Eden Housing, Inc. and Community Housing Development
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Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
Direction was given to the city negotiators.
S. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER (public comment allowed under Open Forum)
City Manager Shasa Curl presented the report.
Link to presentation: City Manager Report
T. 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)
Cordell Hindler thanked the mayor for reappointing Jim Hite and Sara Cantor to the Richmond Rent Board. Mr. Hindler also requested that the city council and school district schedule a joint meeting.
Councilmember Soheila Bana announced an Earth Day Celebration Event at the El Sobrante Public Library, 4191 Appian Way, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 9a.m. to 2p.m. Councilmember Bana also stated that she has been busy and would respond to her e-mails as soon as possible.
Saundra Richardson, Roger Bergen, Barbara Speed, John Bergen, Richard Kalman, Kathy Lund, Debbie Christy, Kevin Brown, Sara Tanenhaus, Diane Dickey, Lee Waterman, Paul Elischer, Robin Alderson, Janice Kaplan, Barbara Brown, Craig Williams, Karla McElroy, Gaelle Feliz, Scott McElheny, Joe Brennan, and Shimy Mamos, spoke in favor of the city working with the owners of the Riggers Loft to remain open.
Don Gosney gave comments in opposition of the upcoming council meeting recess and the city council and mayor's recent salary increase.
Anthony Mitchell and Andy Guerero gave comments regarding energy use options for the City of Richmond.
Mark Wassberg gave comments regarding the council meeting being a campaign free zone.
Raul Ramirez owner of Las Rulas Restaurant gave comments regarding a permit for live music and entertainment, which was paid in full over six months ago and had not received a response from the city.
Mitchell Jamerson gave comments regarding the need for the release of a police report that was needed for his son, Rasheed Jamerson, to be able to complete his application at the San Francisco Sherrif's Office.
Keycha Gallon announced that the Gun Violence Prevention Summit would be on June 7, 2025, from 11:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. at CoBiz, 1503 Macdonald Avenue.
Jessi Taran gave comments regarding the lack of housing options offered to the unhoused.
U. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
(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.)
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Items U.5.c District Office Lease with U.S. Congress Member John Garamendi's Office and U.10.c. - Approval of funding allocation for Point Molate Beach Stabilization Project were not included in the motion and vote.
Motion by Councilmember Doria Robinson
Seconded by Councilmember Claudia Jimenez
Ayes (7): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Doria Robinson, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Cesar Zepeda, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez Passed
U.1 City Attorney's Office
U.1.a Legal Services Agreement (LSA) with Allen, Glaessner, Hazelwood & Werth, LLP (AGHW)
APPROVE a new legal services agreement with Allen, Glaessner, Hazelwood & Werth, LLP, for an amount not to exceed $650,000 and term ending December 31, 2027, to allow continued defense of the City in pending and future municipal litigation — City Attorney’s Office (Kimberly Chin 510-620-6709/Shannon Moore 510-620-6505).
U.2 City Clerk's Office
U.2.a Amendment to City Council regular recess
APPROVE the cancellation of the July 15 and 22, and August 5, 2025, Regular City Council meetings and APPROVE an amendment to the Richmond City Council recess to begin Tuesday, July 2, 2025; Council will reconvene regular meetings on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 - City Clerk’s Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
U.2.b Meeting Minutes
APPROVE the minutes of the March 4, 2025, regular City Council meeting - City Clerk's Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
U.3 City Council
U.3.a Support for Assembly Bill 91(AB91) – Middle Eastern and North African MENA Inclusion Act
ADOPT a resolution recognizing the Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) community in the City of Richmond and to urge the California State Legislature to support and adopt Assembly Bill 91 (AB 91), also known as the MENA Inclusion Act, which seeks to require the State of California and local agencies to collect disaggregated demographic data on MENA populations - Councilmember Soheila Bana (510-672-3490).
Adopted Resolution No. 33-25.
U.4 City Manager's Office
U.4.a Contract Amendment No. 1 with WestEd
APPROVE a contract amendment No. 1 with WestEd (sole-source) for third-party independent evaluation services required by Article 15(d) of the Richmond Charter for the Richmond Fund for Children and Youth, increasing the payment amount by $1,171,245, for a total payment limit of
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$1,771,245, and extending the term expiration to June 30, 2028 – Department of Children and Youth (Patrick Seals/Abdul Black 510-307- 8016).
U.5 Economic Development
U.5.a Grant Funding from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD)
ADOPT a resolution to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE the $1,599,500 grant award from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) to the City of Richmond’s Port Division – Economic Development Department (Nannette Beacham 510-621-1306/Charles Gerard 510-620-6792/Lizeht Zepeda 510-620-6653/Kyle Lam 510-620- 6802).
Adopted Resolution No. 34-25.
U.5.b Contract with Krueger International, Inc.
APPROVE a sole-source contract with Krueger International, Inc. in the amount of $70,000 for installation and purchase of office cubicles, furniture, and partition solutions compatible with existing office systems at 1322 Canal Boulevard, with a term ending December 31, 2025 – Economic Development Department (Nannette Beacham 510-621- 1306/Charles Gerard 510-620-6792/Lizeht Zepeda 510-620-6653).
U.5.c District Office Lease Agreement with U.S. Congress Member John Garamendi’s Office
APPROVE a lease with United States House of Representatives to allow Congressman John Garamendi to utilize approximately 845 square feet of office space, four cubicles, and a conference room on the second floor of 440 Civic Center Plaza as his Congressional District Office, at a rate of $1,140.75 per month ($13,689 per year), for a two-year term from January 3, 2025, through January 2, 2027 – Economic Development Department (Craig Murray 510-307-8188). This item was continued from the March 25, 2025, meeting.
Continued to the May 6, 2025, City Council meeting.
U.6 Finance Department
U.6.a Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, and Documentary Transfer Tax Report for the Month of January 2025 RECEIVE the City’s Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, and Documentary Transfer Tax Report for the month of January 2025 – Finance Department (Andrea Miller 510-620-6740).
U.6.b Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, and Documentary Transfer Tax Report for the Month of February 2025 RECEIVE the City’s Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, and Documentary Transfer Tax Report for the month of February 2025 – Finance Department (Andrea Miller 510-620-6740).
U.6.c Investment Policy Update
RECEIVE update on Investment Policy follow up action items and ADOPT Revised Investment Policy incorporating California Municipal
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Treasurer’s Association CMTA edits – Finance Department (Andrea Miller 510-620-6740/Mubeen Qader 510-412-2077/Jerry Gurule 510-620-6591).
U.7 Fire Department
U.7.a Interagency Agreement with Contra Costa County Health Services for Emergency Medical Services Program
ADOPT a resolution to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE a total of $229,462 in Measure H funding from the Contra Costa County Health Services Division; and APPROVE an interagency agreement for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025 – Fire Department (Chief Aaron Osorio 510-307-8021/Deputy Chief Rico Rincon 510-307-8041/Battalion Chief Victor Bontempo 510-620-6893).
Adopted Resolution No. 35-25.
U.8 Library and Community Services
U.8.a Accept and Appropriate Pacific Library Partnership Grant for Cooperative Library Lending through Link+ System
ADOPT a resolution to ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE into the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Library budget a Pacific Library Partnership grant for Link+ in the amount of $3,174, allowing Richmond Public Library patrons access to borrow books from other California libraries at no cost - Community Services Department (LaShonda White 510-620-6828/Kate Eppler 510- 620-5452).
Adopted Resolution No.36-25.
U.8.b Accept and Appropriate $500,000 in Grant Funds from the California Workforce Accelerator Fund 13.0.
ACCEPT and APPROPRIATE $500,000 in grant funds received from the California Workforce Development Board - Workforce Accelerator Fund
13.0 to provide occupational skills training and certification in electrification for 50 Richmond residents – Community Services Department (Tamara Walker 510-307-8006/LaShonda White 510-620- 6828).
U.8.c Approve a Contract with Bay Area Tutoring Association APPROVE a contract with Bay Area Tutoring Association for homework help services at Richmond library and community center locations, for a term beginning January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2027, with a payment limit of $150,000 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and $266,000 per year for Fiscal Years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 – Community Services Department (Kate Eppler 510-620-5452/Christopher Larsen 510-620- 5524).
U.9 Mayor's Office
U.9.a Proclamation declaring April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month PROCLAMATION declaring April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
U.9.b Reappointment of Jim Hite to the Richmond Rent Board REAPPOINT Jim Hite to the Richmond Rent Board, term expires March 21, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
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U.9.c Reappointment of Kerby Lynch to the Economic Development Commission
REAPPOINT Kerby Lynch to the Economic Development Commission, term expires March 30, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
U.9.d Reappointment of James “Jim” Becker to the Richmond Environmental Community and Investment Agreement (ECIA) Grant Review Ad Hoc Committee
REAPPOINT James “Jim” Becker to the Richmond Environmental Community and Investment Agreement (ECIA) Grant Review Ad Hoc Committee, term expires March 31, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
U.9.e Reappointment of Sara Cantor to the Richmond Rent Board REAPPOINT Sara Cantor to the Richmond Rent Board, term expires March 31, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620- 6503).
U.10 Public Works
U.10.a Contract to Kearns & West, Inc. to Support the Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer Project
ADOPT a resolution approving a three-year contract with Kearns & West, Inc. to facilitate public meetings and outreach associated with the Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer Project, in an amount not to exceed $365,185 with a term beginning April 15, 2025, through December 31, 2027, and authorizing the public works director to approve two one-year extension options for a combined additional amount not to exceed $270,000, for a total payment limit of $635,185 – Public Works Department (Robert Armijo 510-620-5477/Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/José Valenzuela 510-620-6955).
Adopted Resolution No. 37-25.
U.10.b Emergency Justification for the Repair(s) of the Dornan Tunnel Sanitary Sewer Line
ADOPT a resolution for the Emergency Justification authorizing Veolia Water to manage (on behalf of the City of Richmond) the subcontract with W.R. Forde Construction to repair the Dornan Tunnel Force Main Sanitary Sewer Line in an amount which shall not exceed $465,000 – Public Works Department (Jose Valenzuela 510-620-69455/Mary Phelps 510-621- 1269/Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478).
Adopted Resolution No. 38-25.
U.10.c Approval of funding allocation for Point Molate Beach Stabilization Project
ADOPT a resolution authorizing the appropriation of $2,000,000 from the General Capital Fund to fully fund the Point Molate Beach Stabilization Project ensuring the completion of shoreline stabilization and preventing a gap in the Bay Trail through Point Molate Beach Park; and DIRECT staff to finalize permits, complete design, and prepare the project for
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competitive bidding – Public Works Department (Robert Armijo 510-620- 5477/Mike Owyang 510-621-1363).
Deputy Public Works Director Robert Armijo and Public Works Director Daniel Chavarria gave an overview.
Link to presentation: Point Molate Beach Stabilization Project Don Gosney, Bruce Beyaert, Jamin Pursell, Deborah Bayer, Sally Tobin, and Pam Stello gave comments.
Discussion ensued. A future study session item on the matter would include additional information regarding erosion, Bay Trail access issues, solutions to stabilize the beach before going out to bid, and how far the 300 feet of rip rap would come out from the beach.
Councilmembers Wilson and Jimenez left the dais to consult with the city attorney at 8:45 p.m.
Councilmembers Wilson and Jimenez returned to the dais at 8:50 p.m. and a motion was made to adopt the resolution and the following language to Section 3 of the resolution as follows: Staff is directed after holding a public meeting to discuss public concerns related to the stabilization project to proceed with finalizing permits, completing the design, and preparing the project for competitive bidding to prevent further delays and to ensure the successful implementation of this critical infrastructure improvement.
Adopted Resolution No. 39-25.
Motion by Councilmember Sue Wilson
Seconded by Councilmember Claudia Jimenez
Ayes (7): Councilmember Soheila Bana, Councilmember Jamelia Brown, Councilmember Claudia Jimenez, Councilmember Doria Robinson, Councilmember Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Cesar Zepeda, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Passed
U.10.d Contract with Vestis Group, Inc for Uniform Rental and Laundry Services APPROVE a sole-source contract with Vestis Group, Inc. (formerly Aramark Uniform Services) for as-needed uniform rental and laundry services for an amount not to exceed $360,000, over a three-year term from April 2, 2025, to April 1, 2028, with an option for two-year extension for $240,000 - Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620- 5478/Tawfic Halaby 510-620-5482).
V. BUDGET SESSION
V.1 Presentation on Unfunded Actuarial Liabilities
RECEIVE a presentation from NHA Advisors, LLC on comparative options to fund CalPERS Unfunded Actuarial Liabilities within the context of City Council Goals and Priorities – Finance Department (Shasa Curl 510-620-6512/Nickie Mastay 510-620-6609/Andrea Miller 510-620-6790).
Item continued to the May 6, 2025, City Council meeting.
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W. PUBLIC HEARINGS
W.1 Unit Determination – Community Intervention Specialist HEAR an appeal by the Richmond Police Officers Association (RPOA) regarding the Unit Determination for Community Intervention Specialist and make a final determination regarding the bargaining unit – Human Resources Department (Nickie Mastay/Sharrone Taylor 510-620-6803).
Item continued to the April 22, 2025, City Council meeting.
X. NEW BUSINESS
X.1 Parchester Village – Giant Highway Infrastructure Master Plan RECEIVE a presentation on the draft scope of work for the Parchester Village – Giant Highway Infrastructure Master Plan and PROVIDE DIRECTION to staff on priorities, scope, and key focus areas prior to the commencement of work – Public Works Department (Daniel Chavarria 510-620-5478/Robert Armijo 510- 620-5477/Janney Lockman 510-307-8097).
Public Works Director Daniel Chavarria, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer, Robert Armijo, and Associate Transportation Planner Janney Lockman gave an overview.
Link to presentation: Parchester Village Master Plan
Cordell Hindler, Lori Hart, Thomasina Horsley, Alvin Cook, Mark Wassberg, Gaelle Feliz, and Arto Rinteela gave comments.
Discussion ensued. The city council requested the following: pathways around Parchester; include emergency access in the scope of work; more trees, including tree wells; potential free bus stops; repair cracked sidewalks; installation of solar streetlights; discard trash; take advantage of watersheds for draining of storm water; install storm water pumping stations; utilize green technology for stormwater management; invest in the best long-term return on repairs and improvements; use funds for Phase 1 for the currently "low hanging fruit" items with consideration of sea level rise; include in the Request For Proposal to explore potential damage to private properties caused by on-going flooding; the opportunity to phase recommendations for implementation; and that tasks and deliverables fit into the timeline together.
X.2 Salary Schedule Amendment
ADOPT a resolution amending the salary schedule to add the salary range for Community Intervention Specialist – Human Resources Department (Nickie Mastay/Sharrone Taylor 510-620-6602).
Item continued to the April 22, 2025, City Council meeting.
Y. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: REFERRALS TO STAFF, AND GENERAL REPORTS (INCLUDING AB 1234 REPORTS)(limited to two minutes per Councilmember) Councilmember Wilson reported that she toured the wastewater treatment facility.
Councilmember Bana thanked the city council for its approval of the resolution in support of Assembly Bill 91 (AB 91) and reported that she would be going to Sacramento on April 22, 2025, to lobby support of the resolution and asked that the public write letters of support of AB 91 to Assemblymember Buffy Wicks.
Councilmember Robinson reported that she attended the Pullman Neighborhood Council meeting and community members expressed the following: concerns about fatal accidents
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along Carlson Avenue; streets in the Pullman neighborhood are in poor condition; and for a request of support for low-income neighborhoods for sidewalk repair. Councilmember Robinson also reported that she attended a meeting of the Economic Development Commission, and the commission was planning another Taste of Richmond event.
Vice Mayor Zepeda reported that he attended the Chamber of Commerce Open House, the Point Richmond Neighborhood Council Spring Fling, and Easter egg hunts.
Councilmember Jimenez reported that residents near Tiller Park have worked very hard to improve the park and the area. The residents requested the following improvements:
installation of streetlights along Clinton Avenue; address illegal dumping along Clinton Avenue; regular maintenance of the park area; plant drought tolerant vegetation; additional garbage cans and tables; and to provide garden space to grow food.
Mayor Martinez reported that he attended the Point Richmond Street Fair, the Art Center opening for artist John Woehrle, and the Well Conference in Richmond.
Z. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m., to meet again on April 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Clerk of the City of Richmond Mayor