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RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA, August 19, 2025
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 3:34 p.m. by Mayor Eduardo Martinez.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Jamelia Brown, Doria Robinson, Sue Wilson, Vice Mayor Cesar Zepeda, and Mayor Eduardo Martinez. Absent: Councilmembers Claudia Jimenez and Soheila Bana arrived after adjournment to the Closed Session.
C. CITY COUNCIL
C.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (paragraph (1) of Subdivision [d] of Government Code Section 54956.9) City Clerk Pamela Christian announced there were no items to discuss under Item C.1.
C.2 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Point Molate (site of former Naval Shipyard Depot) Agency Negotiator: Dave Aleshire, City Attorney
Negotiating Parties: East Bay Regional Park District & Tribe & Upstream Pt. Molate LLC
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
Property: 1414 Harbour Way South
Agency Negotiator: Dave Aleshire, City Attorney
Negotiating Parties: Orton Entertainment, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price, Terms of Payment
C.3 LIABILITY CLAIMS (Government Code Section 54956.9)
Claimant: Terminal One Development, LLC
C.4 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)
The following individuals gave comments in person concerning parking enforcement job duties and competitive compensation: Karina Alyandre, Tiara Gonzales, Aldrine Gorrostieta, Iesha Harris, and Kevin Tisdell. Josiah Branaman gave comments concerning the same matter via teleconference.
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E. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The Open Session adjourned to Closed Session at 3:46 p.m. The Closed Session adjourned at 5:26 p.m.
F. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE RICHMOND HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Special Meeting of the Richmond Housing Authority was called to order at 5:10 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, Jamelia Brown, Claudia Jimenez, Doria Robinson, Sue Wilson, Vice Chairperson Cesar Zepeda, Chairperson Eduardo Martinez, and Tenant Commissioner Jaycine Scott. Absent: None.
I. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
J. AGENDA REVIEW
Item L.2 (contract with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc.) was continued to the August 26, 2025, Housing Authority meeting.
K. HOUSING AUTHORITY OPEN FORUM
Cordell Hindler urged the council to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Jacquelynn Allen and Jacqualine H. reported issues at the rental property located at 2409 Aberdeen Way. They expressed concerns regarding unhoused individuals inside the building, fire safety, security, and other conditions.
L. HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Vice Chairperson Zepeda
Seconded by Tenant Commissioner Scott
To approve all items on the Housing Authority Consent Calendar, excluding Item L.2.
Ayes (8): Commissioner Bana, Commissioner Brown, Commissioner Jimenez, Commissioner Robinson, Commissioner Wilson, Vice Chairperson Zepeda, Chairperson Martinez, and Tenant Commissioner Scott.
Passed (8 to 0)
L.1 Approval of a Sole-Source License Agreement with Yardi Systems, Inc. for Housing Management Software
ADOPT a resolution approving a three-year sole-source license agreement with Yardi Systems, Inc. to provide the computer software required to administer the Low-Income Housing Program in an amount not to exceed $60,000 ending June 30, 2028 - Richmond Housing Authority (Antoinette Terrell/Gregory Palomino 510-621-1361).
Adopted Resolution No. 2217
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L.2 Contract with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. for Landscaping Services at Nystrom Village and Hacienda Excess Lot
ADOPT a resolution approving a contract with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $230,000, with a term beginning August 20, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, for landscaping services at Nystrom Village and Hacienda Excess Lot - Richmond Housing Authority (Antoinette Terrell 510-620- 6784/Gregory Palomino 510-621-1361).
Continued to the August 26, 2025, Housing Authority meeting.
L.3 Meeting Minutes
APPROVE the minutes of the June 17, 2025, special Joint Housing Authority/City Council meeting, the June 24, 2025, special Housing Authority meeting, and the July 1, 2025, regular Housing Authority meeting - City Clerk's Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
L.4 Contract with Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP (MGO) for Tax Preparation Services
ADOPT a resolution approving a contract with Macias Gini & O’Connell LLP, to provide tax preparation services for the Richmond Housing Authority and its affiliated corporations for an amount not to exceed $24,000 commencing August 19, 2025, and terminating June 30, 2028 – Richmond Housing Authority (Antoinette Terrell 510-621-1300).
Adopted Resolution No. 2218
M. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:18 p.m.
N. REGULAR MEETING OF THE RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
The Regular Meeting of the Richmond City Council was called to order at 5:19 p.m. by Mayor Martinez.
O. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Bana, Brown, Jimenez, Robinson, Wilson, Vice Mayor Zepeda, and Mayor Martinez. Absent: None.
P. STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
Q. AGENDA REVIEW
Item V .6.e (appointment of Harlan Butt to the Recreation and Parks Commission) was withdrawn from the agenda.
Item V .1.a (amendments to Richmond Municipal Code Chapter 3.54 to add a training component) was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion at the end of the agenda.
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R. REPORT FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY OF FINAL DECISIONS MADE
DURING CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Dave Aleshire reported the following:
Item C.2 (conference with real property negotiator) status reports were given for the Point Molate and Orton Entertainment properties. No reportable actions were taken except for further negotiations.
Item C.3 (liability claims) was not discussed.
Item C.4 (conference with legal counsel, anticipated litigation) involving issues with Terminal 4 was discussed. No reportable action was taken.
S. REPORT FROM THE CITY MANAGER (public comment allowed under Open Forum)
Deputy City Manager Nickie Mastay presented a PowerPoint. Link to City Manager Report
T. COMMENDATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, AND PROCLAMATIONS
T.1 Proclamation Welcoming the Visit of the Golden Rule Peace Boat to the City of Richmond
PROCLAMATION Welcoming the Visit of the Golden Rule Peace Boat to the City of Richmond - Mayor Eduardo Martinez (510-620-6503).
Mayor Martinez introduced the matter. The council presented a proclamation to Golden Rule Committee Chairperson Gerry Condon and committee members.
Tarnel Abbott gave comments in person. Marilyn Langlois gave comments via teleconference.
T.2 Proclamation Commemorating the Service of Stewart Winchester on the Richmond Urban Forest Advisory Committee
PROCLAMATION Commemorating the Service of Stewart Winchester on the Richmond Urban Forest Advisory Committee - Mayor Eduardo Martinez (510- 620-6503) and Councilmember Doria Robinson (510-620-6568) Mayor Martinez and Councilmember Robinson introduced the matter. The council presented a proclamation to Urban Forest Advisory Committee Chairperson Janet Flint on behalf of Mr. Winchester. Cordell Hindler gave comments in person.
U. OPEN FORUM FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
(public comment on items that remained on the Consent Calendar or items that were not on the agenda – was 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 gave comments regarding the requirement to have a discussion with staff before requesting the removal of a Consent Calendar item. Mr. Hindler urged the council to hear agenda items continued from previous meetings before adding new business items to the agenda. Mr. Hindler recommended that proclamations be presented at the last meeting of the month instead of being placed on the Consent Calendar.
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Prem Pariyar gave comments against caste discrimination in the United States. Mr.
Pariyar requested that the council consider adopting a resolution at a future meeting.
Mark Wassberg gave comments regarding the atomic neutron bomb, world peace, and sanctuary cities.
Jamin Pursell commended the council for being active in the community during the summer recess. Mr. Pursell gave comments in support of the new businesses in Richmond.
The following individual gave comments via teleconference:
Michael Fitzhugh gave comments regarding Item V .4.b (Marina Lease equity transfer).
He shared concerns expressed by stakeholders and boaters, including potential increased boater fees, marginalization, and a decline in maintenance and customer service.
V. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items placed under the Consent Calendar were 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 Mayor Martinez
Seconded by Vice Mayor Zepeda
To approve all items on the City Council Consent Calendar, excluding Items V .6.e and V .1.a.
Ayes (7): Councilmember Bana, Councilmember Brown, Councilmember Jimenez, Councilmember Robinson, Councilmember Wilson, Vice Mayor Zepeda, and Mayor Martinez
Passed (7 to 0)
V .1 City Attorney's Office
V .1.a Amendments to Richmond Municipal Code Chapter 3.54 to add training component
ADOPT an ordinance (second reading) amending Richmond Municipal Code (RMC) Chapter 3.54 entitled “Community Police Review Commission” by adding Section 3.54.110 to establish a training program for commissioners of the Community Police Review Commission – City Attorney’s Office (Dave Aleshire 510-620-6509). This item was continued from the July 1, 2025, meeting.
The following speakers gave comments via teleconference: Hansel Aguilar, Benjamin Therriault, and Marisol Cantu. Discussion ensued.
The council recommended that the training requirements be more specific and consider establishing a smaller Community Police Academy that offered completion within eight hours.
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Motion by Councilmember Jimenez
Seconded by Councilmember Robinson
To adopt said ordinance amendment adding RMC Section 3.54.110.
Ayes (7): Councilmember Bana, Councilmember Brown, Councilmember Jimenez, Councilmember Robinson, Councilmember Wilson, Vice Mayor Zepeda, and Mayor Martinez
Passed (7 to 0)
Adopted Ordinance No. 16-25 N.S.
V .2 City Clerk's Office
V .2.a Meeting Minutes
APPROVE the corrected minutes of the December 3, 2024, regular City Council meeting (minutes corrected to add the votes for the consent calendar), and the June 3, June 17, June 24, and July 1, 2025, regular City Council meeting - City Clerk's Office (Pamela Christian 510-620-6513).
V .3 Community Development
V .3.a Contract Amendment No. 3 with NV5 Environmental, L.P. for Environmental Consulting Services
APPROVE a contract Amendment No. 3 with NV5 Environmental, L.P. (NV5), increasing the contract amount by $200,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $436,300, for environmental consulting services related to the Miraflores Property, for a term ending October 5, 2026 – Community Development Department (Lina Velasco 510-620-6706).
V .4 Economic Development
V .4.a Lease Agreement Ratification for State Senator Jesse Arreguin District Office Space
RATIFY and APPROVE a lease with the Senate Rules Committee of California to allow Senator Jesse Arreguin to utilize approximately 377 square feet of office space of 440 Civic Center Plaza as his Senatorial District office, at a rate of $508.95 per month ($6,107.40 per year), for a beginning July 1, 2025, through November 30, 2029, and AUTHORIZE the city manager to execute the agreement – Economic Development Department (Craig Murray 510-307-8188).
V .4.b Marina Lease Equity Transfer
APPROVE an equity transfer of Marina Lease from Safe Harbors Marinas to BIP Poseidon Holdco L.P.; and APPROVE that SHM MBYH LLC will continue to operate the Marina Lease between the City of Richmond and Safe Harbors Marinas for the balance of the 55-year original lease term ending June 30, 2055 – Economic Development Department (Nannette J.
Beacham/Craig Murray 510-307-8188).
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V .4.c Contract Amendment No. 2 with Haley and Aldrich for Dredging Survey and Maintenance
APPROVE a second contract amendment with Haley and Aldrich, Inc. in the amount of $33,300, for a revised not-to-exceed contract amount of $312,600, to perform pre- and post-dredge eelgrass surveys, and to secure permits for maintenance dredging the Marina Bay Yacht Harbor, with a contract term ending June 30, 2026 – Economic Development Department (Charles Gerard 510-620-6792/Kyle Lam 510-620-6802).
V .4.d Contract with Remediation Risk Management, Inc. for Environmental Management Support
APPROVE a sole-source contract with Remediation Risk Management, Inc. for the continued environmental management work of the City’s corporation yard as required by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, in an amount not to exceed $229,607, with a term from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028 – Economic Development Department (Craig Murray 510-307-8188).
V .5 Finance Department
V .5.a Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, Documentary Transfer Tax Report, and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Report for the Month of May 2025
RECEIVE the City’s Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, Documentary Transfer Tax Report, and Other Post- Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Report for the month of May 2025 – Finance Department (Emily Combs 510-620-6740).
V .5.b Amendment of Authorized Signatures on the Local Investment Agency Fund
ADOPT a resolution revising the authorization list on the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) account to reflect the current staff assignments – Finance Department (Emily Combs 510-620-6790).
Adopted Resolution No. 107-25
V .5.c Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, Documentary Transfer Tax Report, and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Report for the Month of June 2025
RECEIVE the City’s Investment and Cash Balance Report, Monthly Overtime Reports, Documentary Transfer Tax Report, and Other Post- Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Report for the month of June 2025 – Finance Department (Emily Combs 510-620-6740).
V .5.d Annual Review and Update of Financial Policies
APPROVE a resolution adopting updated Financial Policies - Finance Department (Emily Combs 510-620-6790/Mubeen Qader 510-412- 2077/Jerry Gurule 510-620-6591).
Adopted Resolution No. 108-25
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V .6 Mayor's Office
V .6.a Reappointment of Xiomara Casias to the Human Rights and Human Relations Commission
REAPPOINT Xiomara Casias to the Human Rights and Human Relations Commission with a term that expires on March 30, 2028 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.b Reappointment of Catelin Hibma to the Historic Preservation Commission REAPPOINT Catelin Hibma to the Historic Preservation Commission with a term that expires on November 31, 2029 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.c Reappointment of Vita Rey to the Design Review Board REAPPOINT Vita Rey to the Design Review Board with a term that expires on March 17, 2027 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.d Reappointment of Abhijeet Babu Prasad to the Richmond Youth Council REAPPOINT Abhijeet Babu Prasad to the Richmond Youth Council, with a term that expires on October 1, 2025 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.e THIS ITEM WAS WITHDRAWN FROM THE AGENDA - Appointment of Harlan Butt to the Recreation and Parks Commission
APPOINT Harlan Butt to the Recreation and Parks Commission, term expires October 26, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.f Appointment of Crystal Barton to the Community Crisis Response Program Advisory Board
APPOINT Crystal Barton to the Community Crisis Response Program Advisory Board, term expires December 31, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.g Appointment of Michael Warren to the Recreation and Parks Commission APPOINT Michael Warren to the Recreation and Parks Commission, term expires October 26, 2028 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
V .6.h Appointment of Abigail Yarng to the Richmond Youth Council APPOINT Abigail Yarng to the Richmond Youth Council, term expires October 1, 2025 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620- 6503).
V .7 Police Department
V .7.a Contract with Genasys, Inc. for Secured Messaging Services APPROVE a three-year contract with Genasys, Inc. for secure messaging services, from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028, in an amount not to exceed $30,000, which includes a $4,800 contingency to account for additional users added during the contract term – Police Department (Chief Bisa French 510-621-1802).
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V .7.b Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Richmond Police Activities League (RPAL) for continuation of academic tutoring and life skills mentoring to Youth
APPROVE a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Richmond and the Richmond Police Activities League (RPAL) to subsidize RPAL staff and programs, ensuring that academic, athletic, and life-skills services offered by RPAL for the period July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $650,000 or $325,000 annually, and AUTHORIZE the city manager to negotiate and execute all necessary documents – Police Department (Chief Bisa French 510-621-1802).
V .7.c Contract Amendment No. 2 with ServiceMasters Restoration Services for Biohazard Removal
APPROVE a second contract amendment with Sharjo, LLC, dba ServiceMaster Restoration Services, for on-call biohazard and unknown substance removal and disposal services in the amount of $150,000, for a new total contract amount not-to-exceed $265,000, with a contract term ending November 19, 2027 – Police Department (Chief Bisa French 510- 621-1802).
V .8 Public Works
V .8.a Accept the Terminal 4 Wharf, Warehouse, and Piling Removal Project as Complete by Silverado Contractors, Inc.
ADOPT a resolution accepting the Terminal 4 Wharf, Warehouse, and Piling Removal Project as complete; and AUTHORIZE the city clerk to record the Notice of Completion and the city engineer to release applicable bonds and retention – Public Works Department (Mike Owyang 510-621-1363/Robert Armijo 510-620-5477).
Adopted Resolution No. 109-25
V .8.b Authorize City Manager to Award Contracts for The Lot (Mobile Vendor Plaza) Restroom Facility
ADOPT a resolution authorizing the city manager to accept bids and award contract(s) for the Mobile Vendor Plaza restroom facility in an amount not to exceed $30,000; and AUTHORIZE the director of public works to approve change orders up to $6,000, provided that total project costs remain within the Council-approved budget for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 - Public Works Department (Darcie DeLashmutt 510-672- 3944/Robert Armijo 510-620-5477).
Adopted Resolution No. 110-25
V .8.c Contract with BKF Engineers for Engineering Services to Support the Feasibility Study of the Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer Main ADOPT a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2025–26 budget, APPROPRIATE $650,000 from the Wastewater Fund, and APPROVE a contract with BKF Engineers for engineering services to support the Feasibility Study of the Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer Main, in an amount not to exceed $650,000; AUTHORIZE the city manager, or their designee, to execute the contract; and AUTHORIZE the director of Public Works, or their designee, to approve any change orders or amendments, if necessary,
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in an amount not to exceed $130,000, for a total feasibility phase amount not to exceed $780,000, with a term beginning July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027 – Public Works Department (Robert Armijo 510-620- 5477/Hillal Hamdan 510-621-1612).
Adopted Resolution No. 111-25
V .8.d Contracts with Nema Construction, Net Electric Inc., St. Francis Electric, and Telstar Instruments for On-Call Electrical Construction Services ADOPT a resolution approving on-call electrical construction services contracts with Nema Construction, Net Electric Inc., St. Francis Electric, and Telstar Instruments, each in an amount not to exceed $750,000 per year for a three-year term beginning August 21, 2025, through August 21, 2028, with two one-year extension options of $250,000 per year – Public Works Department (Dan Santos 510-620-6645/Robert Armijo 510-620- 5477).
Adopted Resolution No. 112-25
W. NEW BUSINESS
W.1 Community Police Review Commission’s slate of recommendations to enhance transparency, strengthen accountability, and increase trust between RPD and community.
DISCUSS and APPROVE advancing seven policy recommendations of the Community Police Review Commission into a meet and confer process with the Richmond Police Officer’s Association (RPOA) and the Richmond Police Management Association (RPMA) – City Attorney’s Office (Dave Aleshire 510- 620-6509). This item was continued from the July 1, 2025, meeting.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire introduced the matter. Richmond Community Police Review Commission (CPRC) Chairperson Carmen Martinez presented a PowerPoint: Link to CPRC Policy Recommendations. Discussion ensued. The council requested examples of non-confidential records that could potentially be published online, and to consider extending the complaint filing deadline to six or nine months instead of one year. The following individuals gave comments in person: Mark Wassberg, Elsa Stevens, Adrian Rosillo, Joshua Tianero, Kathleen Martin, Sara Gurdian, Helen Haggerson, Anne Norton, Ryan Kazen, Pedro Bernal, Devin Estrella, Jesus Pedraza, Andrea Zuniga, Eric Jordan, Annie Pennell, Hope Dixon, Sonia Decker, Carlos, Andrew Melendez, Raymond Wendell, Julie Salamon, Jaime, and Eduardo Martinez. The following individuals gave comments via teleconference: Hansel Aguilar, Benjamin Therriault, Dajanee, LoRayne Reza, Abigail Aceves, Emily Ross, Melvin Willis, and Tumani Drew.
Further discussion ensued.
Motion by Councilmember Jimenez
Seconded by Councilmember Wilson
To approve said policy recommendations of the CPRC, subject to labor negotiations.
Ayes (7): Councilmember Bana, Councilmember Brown, Councilmember Jimenez, Councilmember Robinson, Councilmember Wilson, Vice Mayor Zepeda, and Mayor Martinez.
Passed (7 to 0)
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X. 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 Jimenez expressed condolences to the family of Angel Montano. She also gave comments regarding Richmond's Community Crisis Response Program and advocated for less lethal options in police vehicles.
Y. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. in memory of Fadi Adnan and Jabari Muhammad, to meet again on August 26, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Pamela Christian, Clerk of the City of
Richmond
Eduardo Martinez, Mayor