City Council / Local Redevelopment Authority / Public Financing Authority
May 14, 2024

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AGEND
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024 – 6:00 P.M.
(THE AGENDA PACKET IS ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.RIVERBANK.ORG/AGENDACENTER)

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. FLAG SALUTE

3. INVOCATION

4. ROLL CALL

5. AGENDA CHANGES

6. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Any Council/Authority Member or Staff who has a direct Conflict of Interest on any scheduled agenda item to be considered is to declare their conflict at this time.

7. PRESENTATIONS (Informational only)
Item 7.1 Certificate of Recognition - Older Americans Month- It is recommended that the City Council read and present Awards of Recognition to nominated Riverbank residents for their service to our community.

Item 7.2 Proclamation Declaring May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month- It is recommended that the City Council read and present a Proclamation for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to Yongwei Huang and Winnie Huang, owners of Lucky House
Item 7.3 Proclamation- Mental Health Awareness Month- It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month to Luly Arias, Promotora with El Concilio.

Item 7.4 Proclamation-National Public Works Week- It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for National Public Works Week to the City of Riverbank Public Works Department for their service to our community.

CITY OF RIVERBANK
Regular City Council and
Local Redevelopment Authority
Board Meetings
Council Chambers
6707 Third Street, Suite B
Riverbank, CA 95367

CITY COUNCIL / LRA BOARD
Mayor/Chair
Richard D. O’Brien
Council/Authority Members
District 1 - Luis Uribe
District 2 - Rachel Hernandez
Vice Mayor, District 3 - Leanne Jones Cruz
District 4 - Darlene Barber-Martinez
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda May 14, 2024 Next City Council Resolution: 2024-025 Next Ordinance: 2024-003 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2024-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 2 of 5
Item 7.5 Proclamation- National Bike Month May 2024- It is recommended that the City Council read the Proclamation for National Bike Month May 2024.

Item 7.6 Presentation- Cheese and Wine Festival 2024 Update-It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from Michael Patton, Parks and Recreation Director.

Item 7.7 Presentation-Sierra House- It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation on the Sierra House Remodel Project and the Cambridge RESTART Program.

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (No action can be taken)
At this time, members of the public may comment on any item not appearing on the agenda, and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council/LRA Board. Individual comments will be limited to a maximum of 3 minutes (or as stated by the presiding Officer) and time cannot be yielded to another person. Under State Law, matters presented during the public comment period cannot be discussed or acted upon.

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IN PERSON COMMENTS- Please fill out a Comment Card & Return to the City Clerk

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed on the Consent Calendar are to be acted upon by a single action of the City Council/LRA Board unless requested by an individual Council/Authority Member or member of the public for special consideration. Otherwise, the recommendation of staff will be accepted and acted upon by motion of the City Council/LRA Board.

Item 9.1 Waive Readings. All Readings of ordinances and resolutions, except by title, are waived.

Item 9.2 Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for April 23, 2024.

Item 9.3 Authorization for Out of State Travel for Council Member Rachel Hernandez to Attend the 2024 Asian Pacific American Leadership Foundation National Summit in Las Vegas, NV June 19-21, 2024.

Item 9.4 Resolution to Award Bid for the Crossroads Elementary School Raised Crosswalks Project to RF General Engineering, Inc. and Authorize Execution of Future Change Orders.

Item 9.5 Resolution to waive the Rental fees for the Chamber of Commerce to use the Community Center.

Item 9.6 Resolution to waive the Rental fees for the Juneteenth event for the use of the Community Center Park Gazebo.

City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda May 14, 2024 Next City Council Resolution: 2024-025 Next Ordinance: 2024-003 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2024-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 3 of 5

10. PUBLIC HEARING
The Public Notice for Item 10.1 was published on 4/24 & 5/04 in the Riverbank Newspaper.

Item 10.1 Resolution Authorizing a 9.4% Inflationary Adjustment Increase to the City of Riverbank System Development Fees Based on the
Construction Cost Index to be effective May 15, 2024.- It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a resolution authorizing a 9.4% Inflationary Adjustment increase to the City of Riverbank System Development Fees (also known as Development Impact Fees) based on the Construction Cost Index.

11. NEW BUSINESS
Item 11.1 Resolution to Appoint Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Sara Malough, Alex Rodriguez, and Corinna Romo to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee- It is recommended that the City Council appoint Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Sara Malough, Alex Rodriguez, and Corinna Romo to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.

12. COMMENTS/REPORTS
A brief report on notable attendance of a meeting or conference or other notable topics of City business shall be made.

The Brown Act does not allow for discussion or action of items by the City Council/LRA Board during this time.

Item 12.1 Staff
Item 12.2 Council/Authority Member
Item 12.3 Mayor/Chair

13. CLOSED SESSION-No Items Scheduled.

The public will have a limit of 3 minutes to comment on Closed Session item(s) as set forth on the agenda prior to the City Council/LRA Board recessing to Closed Session

14. ADJOURNMENT
The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be on: Tuesday, May 28, 2024

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted at the meeting location, on the North City Hall public exterior bulletin board, South City Hall public exterior Bulletin, Riverbank Community Center exterior bulletin, and the City’s website 72 hours prior to the meeting in accordance to the California Ralph M. Brown Act.

Posted this 9
th Day of May, 2024
/s/Gabriela Hernandez, City Clerk
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda May 14, 2024 Next City Council Resolution: 2024-025 Next Ordinance: 2024-003 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2024-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 4 of 5

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Item 7.1 – CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Certificate of Recognition - Older Americans Month From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Jessica Barragan, Administrative Assistant – Confidential

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present Awards of Recognition to nominated Riverbank residents for their service to our community.

SUMMARY
The City of Riverbank recognizes our need to create a community that provides the services that supports older Americans needed to thrive and live independently for as long as possible. As a community we need to begin planning programs that build independence, ensuring activities that are responsive to individual needs, and increasing access to services that support aging in place.

RECOGNIZED RESIDENTS IN RIVERBANK:

On this day, the Riverbank City Council is honoring Older Americans in our community.

The Mayor and each Councilmember have nominated a resident to honor on this day for their contributions to the City of Riverbank.

Yolanda Guider – Selected by Mayor O’Brien
Cal Campbell – Selected by Councilmember Uribe
Ben Reuben – Selected by Councilmember Hernandez
Edward Jones (Fast Eddy) – Selected by Vice Mayor Jones Cruz Charlotte Langston - Selected by Councilmember Barber-Martinez

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BACKGROUND
When Older Americans Month was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty and there were few programs to meet their needs. Interest in older Americans and their concerns was growing. A meeting in April 1963 between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens led to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month,” the prelude to “Older Americans Month.” Historically, Older Americans Month has been a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons to our country, in particular those who defended our country. Older Americans Month is celebrated across the country through ceremonies, events, fairs, and other such activities.

STRATEGIC PLAN
While not directly related to the Strategic Plan it is important to provide support to our communities and organizations so they can continue providing resources throughout the community.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Certificate of Recognition -Yolanda Guider

2. Certificate of Recognition -Edward “Fast Eddy” Jones

3. Certificate of Recognition- Cal Campbell

4. Certificate of Recognition-Ben Reuben

5. Certificate of Recognition- Charlotte Langston
Certificate of Recognition
Presented to
Yolanda Guider
On this day of
May 14, 2024
On behalf of the Riverbank City Council, I congratulate you on being selected as one of Stanislaus County’s outstanding senior citizens. We greatly appreciate you for your volunteer work, leadership and service to our community.

Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
Riverbank City Council
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Vice Mayor Rachel Hernandez, District 3 – Leanne Jones Cruz, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien
ATTACHMENT 1
Certificate of Recognition
Presented to
Edward “Fast Eddy” Jones
On this day of
May 14, 2024
On behalf of the Riverbank City Council, I congratulate you on being selected as one of Stanislaus County’s outstanding senior citizens. We greatly appreciate you for your volunteer work, leadership and service to our community.

Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
Riverbank City Council
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Vice Mayor Rachel Hernandez, District 3 – Leanne Jones Cruz, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien
ATTACHMENT 2
Certificate of Recognition
Presented to
Cal Campbell
On this day of
May 14, 2024
On behalf of the Riverbank City Council, I congratulate you on being selected as one of Stanislaus County’s outstanding senior citizens. We greatly appreciate you for your volunteer work, leadership and service to our community.

Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
Riverbank City Council
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Vice Mayor Rachel Hernandez, District 3 – Leanne Jones Cruz, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien
ATTACHMENT 3
Certificate of Recognition
Presented to
Ben Reuben
On this day of
May 14, 2024
On behalf of the Riverbank City Council, I congratulate you on being selected as one of Stanislaus County’s outstanding senior citizens. We greatly appreciate you for your volunteer work, leadership and service to our community.

Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
Riverbank City Council
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Vice Mayor Rachel Hernandez, District 3 – Leanne Jones Cruz, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien
ATTACHMENT 4
Certificate of Recognition
Presented to
Charlotte Langston
On this day of
May 14, 2024
On behalf of the Riverbank City Council, I congratulate you on being selected as one of Stanislaus County’s outstanding senior citizens. We greatly appreciate you for your volunteer work, leadership and service to our community.

Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
Riverbank City Council
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Vice Mayor Rachel Hernandez, District 3 – Leanne Jones Cruz, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien
ATTACHMENT 5

Item 7.2 – CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.2
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Proclamation Declaring May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Jessica Barragan, Administrative Assistant – Confidential

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present a Proclamation for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to Yongwei Huang and Winnie Huang, owners of Lucky House.

SUMMARY
Asian American Pacific Americans have been played an important role in American history and in today’s society. Even though they had to face difficult obstacles, they have made astonishing accomplishments. We now celebrate all their achievements and contributions in the month of May.

BACKGROUND
The month of May was chosen as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese citizen, Nakahama Manjiro, to the United States on May 7, 1843, but also the anniversary of the May 10, 1869 completion of the first Transcontinental Railroad, built with the back-breaking labor of nearly 20,000 Chinese immigrants. However, the first Asian immigrants arrived in the U.S. in 1587 when Filipinos first began migrating to California. Immigrants continued to come from the Asian continent and the Pacific Islands through 1920 when the first Samoans were documented in Hawaii.

As of the last census, the City of Riverbank Asian and Pacific population was 5.5% of our residents.

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STRATEGIC PLAN
While not directly related to the Strategic Plan it is important to provide support to our communities and organizations so they can continue providing resources throughout the community.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, the month of May was chosen as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese citizen, Nakahama Manjiro, to the United States on May 7, 1843, but also the anniversary of the May 10, 1869 completion of the first Transcontinental Railroad, built with the back-breaking labor of nearly 20,000 Chinese immigrants; and
WHEREAS, Asian American Pacific Islanders have distinguished themselves as leading researchers in science, medicine, and technology; innovative farmers and ranchers; distinguished lawyers, judges and government leaders; in the arts, literature, and sports; as war heroes who defended our country from fascism; and peacetime healthcare heroes; and WHEREAS, today more than 20 million Asian American Pacific Americans live in the United States and through their actions, make America a more vibrant, prosperous, and secure nation.

WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive place where all residents and visitors are safe to live, work, and play; and
WHEREAS, the contributions of the AANHPI community are
immeasurable, the city acknowledges the impacts of the model minority myth that perpetuates inequities in the AANHPI community. The city continues to support AANHPI residents in all aspects of work, life, and community.

NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank does hereby unanimously proclaim May 2024 to be Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and encourages everyone to commemorate this important occasion.

______________________________________
Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
May 14, 2024
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL:

District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Rachel Hernandez, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez District 3, Vice Mayor – Leanne Jones Cruz, Mayor - Richard D. O’Brien

CITY OF RIVERBANK

PROCLAMATION

ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
ATTACHMENT 1

Item 7.3– CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.3
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Proclamation - Mental Health Awareness Month
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Jessica Barragan, Administrative Assistant – Confidential

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month to Luly Arias, Promotora with El Concilio.

SUMMARY
It is important to improve the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of families and the community by providing resources and services that support mental health.

Family Support Network has been supporting mental health within the City of Riverbank since 1993. Family Support Network advocates for families in English and Spanish, providing educational classes, parent support groups and school readiness programs.

During the month of May, Promotoras will place green ribbons across Riverbank to show their support.

BACKGROUND
Since 1949, Mental Health America, their affiliates, and countless others have observed May as Mental Health Month by reaching out to millions of people to spread the word that mental health is something everyone should care about. During the month of May, wearing the color green or displaying a green ribbon shows support and brings awareness to mental health. It’s a time to share information, stories, and resources that our community and surrounding areas have to offer.

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STRATEGIC PLAN
While not directly related to the Strategic Plan it is important to provide support to our communities and organizations so they can continue providing resources throughout the community.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, PROMOTORAS has been serving the Riverbank community and its surrounding areas for over 20 years; and
WHEREAS, the green ribbon is the international symbol for mental health awareness; and
WHEREAS, our mission is to improve the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of families and the community by providing increased access to resources and services that support mental health. Prevention and early intervention, as well as health education classes, parent support groups and school readiness programs in English and Spanish; and
WHEREAS, our vision is to sustain on-going advocacy for bringing critical services to underserved populations in our communities through locally accessible activities, bilingual staff, and a trusted safe place for individuals and families to ask for and receive information and support that is culturally appropriate; WHEREAS, the lack of mental health awareness leads to devastating impacts on the wellbeing of individuals. Therefore, the main focus of this effort is to promote the importance of good mental health, well-being and stigma reduction within communities, individuals and families.

NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the Council of City of Riverbank hereby proclaims May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month and ensures that the City of Riverbank continues its commitment to partner with our community members to ensure that all mental health services are accessible, valuable and culturally appropriate for all residents
May 14, 2024
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL:

District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Rachel Hernandez, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, District 3, Vice Mayor – Leanne Jones Cruz, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien

CITY OF RIVERBANK

PROCLAMATION

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
MONTH, MAY 2024
_____________________________
Richard D. O’Brien
Mayor
ATTACHMENT 1

Item 7.4 – CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.4
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Proclamation-National Public Works Week
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Cody Bridgewater, Public Works Director

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for National Public Works Week to the City of Riverbank Public Works Department for their service to our community.

SUMMARY
The City of Riverbank and its citizens recognize our public works professionals are vital to the efficient operation of public works systems and programs such as water, sewer, streets, fleet maintenance, and wastewater treatment. The health, safety, and comfort of this community greatly depends on these facilities and services. Their planning, design and construction is vitally dependent upon the efforts, skill of public works officials, and the efficiency and effectiveness of the qualified personnel who staff the City’s Public Works Department.

BACKGROUND
The year 2024 marks the 64
th annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the
American Public Works Association. Public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life, and well-being of the people of Riverbank.

These infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals who are managers and employees at all levels of government, who are responsible for rebuilding, improving and protecting our nation’s transportation, water supply, water and wastewater treatment systems, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens.

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STRATEGIC PLAN
While not directly related to the Strategic Plan it is important to provide support to our employees so they can continue providing services throughout the community.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.

ATTACHMENTS

1.Proclamation

CITY OF RIVERBANK

PROCLAMATION

NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
WHEREAS, public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life, and well-being of the people of Riverbank; and
WHEREAS, these infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, who are managers and employees at all levels of government, who are responsible for rebuilding, improving and protecting our nation’s transportation, water supply, water and wastewater treatment systems, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders, and children in Riverbank to gain knowledge of and to maintain a progressive interest and understanding of the importance of public works and public works programs in their respective communities; and
WHEREAS, the year 2024 marks the 64th annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the American Public Works Association.

NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank does hereby designate the week of May 19 – 25, 2024 as National Public Works Week; I urge all citizens to join with representatives of government agencies in activities, events, and ceremonies designed to pay tribute to our public works professionals, managers, and employees and to recognize the substantial contributions they make to protecting our health, safety, and quality of life.

________________________________
Richard D. O’Brien, Mayor
May 14, 2024
Riverbank City Council:

District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 3 – Vice Mayor Leanne Jones Cruz, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez District 2- Rachel Hernandez - Mayor Richard D. O’Brien ATTACHMENT 1

Item 7.5 – CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.5
SECTION: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Proclamation – National Bike Month May 2024
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Jessica Barragan, Administrative Assistant – Confidential

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read the Proclamation for National Bike Month May 2024.

SUMMARY
The month of May has been designated as National Bike Month by National, State, and local governments. Bicycling provides numerous benefits to communities and its residents. Bicycling is a healthy form of exercise, can be easily incorporated into a daily schedule, and serves as an example of a healthy lifestyle for children to emulate.

Businesses in communities are increasingly becoming more aware of the benefits of encouraging employees to be more health conscious and are supporting the idea of commuting to work by providing bicycle parking. In addition to the physical advantages that bicycling provides for residents, the use of bicycles rather than vehicles helps reduce air emissions and improves air quality in the environment. Bicycling helps to combat traffic congestion by lessening the number of cars on the road, decreases the deterioration of streets and road surfaces, and reduces overall noise. The City of Riverbank recognizes and supports National Bike Month May 2024, as well as Bike to Work Week, the week of May 13 – 19, 2024.

BACKGROUND
As an early mode of ground transportation, bikes were heavily relied on by 19th century farmers and city residents alike to get around. This is one of the most influential reasons as to why paved roads came to be. Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and encourage more folks to giving biking a try. Bike month is celebrated from coast to coast every year. As part of National Bike Month, National Bike to Work Week is also celebrated and usually held on the third week

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of May. Throughout the years, National Bike Month has brought awareness and advocacy for better bike safety and infrastructure.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
No Financial Impact.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, for more than a century, the bicycle has been an important part of the lives of most Americans; and
WHEREAS, the month of May has been designated as National Bike Month by National, State, and local governments, in order to promote greater public awareness of bicycle operation and safety education in an effort to reduce accidents, injuries, and fatalities; and WHEREAS, today, millions of Americans engage in bicycling as an environmentally sound form of transportation, and excellent form of fitness, and proves quality family recreation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank encourages the increased use of the bicycle, benefiting all citizens by improving air quality, reducing traffic congestion and noise, decreasing the use of and dependence upon finite energy sources, and fostering exercise; and
WHEREAS, the education of cyclists and motorists as to the proper and safe operation of bicycles is important to ensure the safety and comfort of all users.

NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Riverbank does hereby recognize the month of May 2024 as National Bike Month; and the week of May 13 - 19, 2024 as Bike to Work Week; and urges all road users to share the road safely with bicyclists.

May 14, 2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL:

District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 2 – Rachel Hernandez, District 4 – Darlene Barber-Martinez, District 3, Vice Mayor – Leanne Jones Cruz, Mayor Richard D. O’Brien _____________________________
Richard D. O’Brien
Mayor

CITY OF RIVERBANK

PROCLAMATION
NATIONAL BIKE MONTH MAY 2024
ATTACHMENT 1

Item 7.6 - CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.6
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Presentation- Cheese and Wine Festival 2024 Update From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Parks and Recreation Director

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from Michael Patton, Parks and Recreation Director.

SUMMARY
The City of Riverbank Parks and Recreation Department is providing an update on the planning and development of the Cheese and Wine Festival 2024.With the Cheese and Wine Festival being five months away, the Parks and Recreation Department will provide updates on the following topics: Event Location, Event Activities, Marketing Strategy, and Budget.

STRATEGIC PLAN
The item directly addresses a goal in the city-adopted Parks and Recreation Master Plan to “Celebrate a season, bring the community together, provide spaces to promote local businesses/ vendors, elevate the work that non-profits are doing, and bring people to downtown Riverbank.” The goals and intentions of the Parks and Recreation Department for the Cheese and Wine Event mirror the objectives and themes deemed important by the City Council.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.

Item 7.7 – CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.7
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Presentation – Sierra House
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation on the Sierra House Remodel Project and the Cambridge RESTART Program.

SUMMARY
Staff will be sharing with the community the completion of the Sierra House Remodel Project and provide background information on the partnership with Cambridge Academies and their RESTART Program.

BACKGROUND
In February 2019 the Riverbank City Council established a strategic plan objective to “Engage the community and non-profit partners in the development of programs, facilities, transitional housing, and/or solutions for homeless services”. In July 2021, the Council authorized the purchase of 3344 Sierra Street with American Rescue Plan Act funds in order to establish an emergency homeless shelter for our community. The previous city manager was able to secure grant funding from Stanislaus County and thus began our project to offer services to our unhoused residents in Riverbank. In November 2023 the City held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the Sierra House Day Use Facility which offers showers, clean clothing, and access to services to our unhoused residents. On April 9, 2024 the City Council accepted the completion of the Sierra House and unhoused residents began to move in and are receiving services from Cambridge Academies. A ribbon cutting is being scheduled for the summer months due to the availability of our elected officials.

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STRATEGIC PLAN
This item is directly related to the City’s Strategic Plan Objective to “Engage the community and non-profit partners in the development of programs, facilities, transitional housing, and/or solutions for homeless services”.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact associated with this presentation.

ATTACHMENTS
None.

Item 9.1 – CC/LRA 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.1
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Waiver of Readings
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Gabriela Hernandez, City Clerk/LRA Secretary

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council / LRA Board approve the waiver of readings of any proposed ordinances and resolutions for consideration, except by title.

SUMMARY
In lieu of reading the entire text of a proposed ordinance or resolution that is introduced for consideration for adoption and approval, by majority vote, the City Council/LRA Board may waive the reading of the text and introduce the ordinance or resolution by title only for the record.

The full text of the proposed ordinances and resolutions, and any related documents that are part of the agenda packet, are available for review by the public on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s office at City Hall (North) upon distribution to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board; typically 72 hours prior to the scheduled date and time of the meeting.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact to this item.

ATTACHMENTS
There are no attachments to this report.

Item 9.2 – CC/LRA 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELPOMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.2
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for April 23, 2024.

From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Gabriela Hernandez, City Clerk/LRA Secretary

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council/ Local Redevelopment Authority Board approve the City Council/LRA Meeting Minutes of April 23, 2024.

SUMMARY
The Draft Minutes of the City Council and the Local Redevelopment Authority Board meeting have been prepared for review and approval.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact to this item.

ATTACHMENTS

1. April 23, 2024 City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes.

2. Written Public Comments

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MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024 – 6:00 P.M.
(THE AGENDA PACKET IS ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.RIVERBANK.ORG/AGENDACENTER)

1. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor / Chair O’Brien called the meeting to order at 6:00P.M.

2. FLAG SALUTE –Mayor / Chair O’Brien led the pledge of allegiance.

3. INVOCATION – Reverend Charles E. Neal provided the invocation.

4. ROLL CALL – City Clerk Hernandez conducted Roll Call.

Members of the City Council / Local Redevelopment Authority Board present:

Council Member / Authority Member District 1 Luis Uribe Council Member / Authority Member District 2 Rachel Hernandez Council Member / Authority Member District 4 Darlene Barber-Martinez Vice Mayor / Vice Chair District 3 Leanne Jones Cruz
Mayor / Chair Richard D. O’Brien

5. AGENDA CHANGES
No Agenda Changes.

6. CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Any Council/Authority Member or Staff who has a direct Conflict of Interest on any scheduled agenda item to be considered is to declare their conflict at this time.

None Declared.

7. PRESENTATIONS (Informational only)
No Items Scheduled.

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (No action can be taken)
At this time, members of the public may comment on any item not appearing on the agenda, and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council/LRA Board. Individual comments will be limited to a maximum of 3 minutes (or as stated by the presiding Officer) and time cannot be yielded to another person. Under State Law, matters presented during the public comment period cannot be discussed or acted upon.

CITY COUNCIL / LRA BOARD
Mayor/Chair
Richard D. O’Brien
Council/Authority Members:

District 1 -Luis Uribe
District 2- Rachel Hernandez
District 3- Leanne Jones Cruz
District 4 -Darlene Barber-Martinez

CITY OF RIVERBANK
Regular City Council and
Local Redevelopment Authority
Board Meetings
Council Chambers, 6707 Third St
Suite B
Riverbank, CA 95367
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Mayor O’Brien Opened Public Comment at 6:02 P.M.

Karen Conrotto, Modesto Resident I'm here to let you know that I oppose the proposed River Walk Project. It's prime ag land, it's going to be built on a flood plain. That's their plan. There’s river wildlife, habitat and a wildlife corridor infrastructure, impact, sewer garbage, water, traffic, pollution and housing concerns. It's leapfrogging its urban sprawl, you already have the land needed. And something that I also want to add something that I don't normally say, that is very difficult for me to say. But, as we went through your neighborhoods and talked to residents, many of them oppose the River Walk project. The majority opposed the River Walk Project. But an overwhelming majority of your residents were very much against the ruining of Ag. Land for this project, many times, we, were told, why you can do this if you want to. You can protest it if you want to. But why bother? You're not listened to. They don't listen to us. They do what they want to. You can try if you want to, but it won't do any good. And I think, you know it's really hard for me to say that, but I think that you should know that that your people feel that way. They said things like we bought out here in Riverbank, because we wanted to live out in the country, wanted our kids to have this kind of a life. But we used to have cows across the street.

We had horses across the street. We had orchards, you know. We drove home through the orchard, you know, along the orchards, and there was also concern with not being able to afford living in Riverbank anymore. So, I'm hoping you know, basically, this project is just in the wrong spot. And I hope that you really consider the impacts of this project on your community and the surrounding communities, the accumulative effect of all the building and development that has been going on in the ag landscape. Thank you very much.

Jami Aggers, Modesto Resident in the unincorporated area of Stanislaus County, but within the River Walk proposed project area. I'd like to say tonight that I recently observed the state of the city address, and I’d like to thank the mayor for his substantial comments during the address regarding River Walk. The public took note of his position on the proposed project. Interestingly, prior to the public comment period, closing on May 6 th
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and prior to the matter coming before the City Council quite some time in the future.

The public also took notice of the I'll say it politely, the warning that an urban limit initiative would be both quote “challenged politically and legally” If it happens. To that statement, I'll say that we and the we include people both inside the city limits and outside the city limits, will come back with an urban limit initiative stronger, Not only stronger but bigger.

Thank you very much.

Annabel Gammon, Riverbank Resident commented on her submitted written Public Comment (as attached).

Olivia Arambula, Timeless Real Estate and part of the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce I come up here today to invite you all and everyone out here in the audience, to a multi chamber mixer for the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce. We're hosting here in town at 108 Sports Lounge here on Atchison Street. It's going to be on Thursday, May 2 nd from
5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. So, come on out, bring friends, come all. And then we do have also another tentative, event that's coming up the Riverbank, Chamber of Commerce Business

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Expo and we want to invite all businesses out to join. It's a free event for you to showcase your business. You'll get a table. It's going to be at the Riverbank Community Center on Thursday, June 13th, 2024 and it's going to be located, of course, at 3600 Santa Fe Street, here in Riverbank Community Center. Come on out to that as well. If you are a small business in town, brick & mortar, or at home either way. Come out and showcase your business, so we can all sit there and patronize you, and buy your products and take care of our community. Thank you very much.

Garry Pearson regarding District 3 Park (As Attached)
Garry Pearson regarding the Proposed River Walk Project (As Attached) There being no further public comments, Mayor O’Brien closed the Public Comment period 6:13 P.M.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed on the Consent Calendar are to be acted upon by a single action of the City Council/LRA Board unless requested by an individual Council/Authority Member or member of the public for special consideration. Otherwise, the recommendation of staff will be accepted and acted upon by motion of the City Council/LRA Board.

Item 9.1 Waive Readings. All Readings of ordinances and resolutions, except by title, are waived.

Item 9.2 Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for April 9, 2024.

Item 9.3 Resolution 2024-018 to Waive the Rental Fees for the Community Center and the Community Center Park Gazebo for the Mujeres Mexicanas de Accion Inc. for their Mexico Magico Event.

Item 9.4 Resolution 2024-019 to Waive the Rental Fees for the Plaza Del Rio for the Juneteenth Celebration Event on June 19th, 2024.

Item 9.5 Resolution 2024-020 Approving the Updated Compensation Plan for PartTime/Temporary/Seasonal Positions Effective May 3, 2024.

Item 9.6 Resolution 2024-021 to Approve and Adopt 2024 City of Riverbank Measure L Expenditure Plan Project List.

There being no public comments, Mayor O’Brien brought the item back to City Council.

ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Uribe / Jones Cruz 5/0) to approve the consent calendar as presented.

Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:

AYES: Uribe, Hernandez, Barber-Martinez, Jones Cruz and Mayor O’Brien NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED:

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10. PUBLIC HEARING
The Public Notice For item 10.1 & Item 10.2 was published on 4/10 in the Riverbank News.

The Public Notice for Item 10.3 was published on 4/03 & 4/10 in the Riverbank News.

LRA Resolution Approving the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Mid-Year Budget Item 10.1 Amendments for the Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA)-It is recommended that the Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA) Board of Directors (Board) review and approve the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 LRA Mid-Year Budget Amendments.

Interim LRA Executive Director Bridgewater, gave a comprehensive staff report and PowerPoint presentation on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 LRA Mid-Year Budget Amendments.

LRA Board discussed the item with staff.

Chair O’Brien Opened the Public Hearing at 6:17 P.M.

Chair O’Brien Closed the Public Hearing at 6:17 P.M
There being no public comments, Chair O’Brien brought the item back to the LRA Board.

ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Barber -Martinez /Uribe 5/0) to adopt LRA Resolution 2024-001 adopting the Fiscal year 2023-2024 Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA) Mid-Year Budget Amendments.

Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:

AYES: Uribe, Hernandez, Jones Cruz, Barber-Martinez, and Chair O’Brien NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
Item 10.2 A Resolution to Adopt the Fee Schedule for Cheese & Wine Sponsorships, Programs, and Merchandise. It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a Resolution to approve the fee schedule for Cheese & Wine Sponsorships, Programs, and Merchandise as seen in Exhibit A.

Director of Parks & Recreation Patton, gave a comprehensive staff report and PowerPoint presentation on the proposed fee schedule for Cheese & Wine Sponsorships, Programs, and Merchandise.

City Council discussed the item with staff.

Mayor O’Brien opened the Public Hearing at 6:23 P.M.

Madisen Eve, Small Business Manager I did want to say I thought the box wine name was actually really cute. I felt like as somebody who is a manager of a small business. I felt like the box wine was fun, and wanted to give people an opportunity, and other businesses that are kind of smaller. So, like, afford to say, and kind of support the

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community, in a sense. So, I felt like the box wine name was kind of cute in a play of like, oh, it's a cheaper wine. So, in my personal opinion, kind of looking at it as a public standpoint. I thought that name was really cute. Thank you.

Mayor O’Brien closed the Public Hearing at 6:24P.M.

There being no further public comments, Mayor O’Brien brought the item back to the City Council.

ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Uribe / Hernandez 5/0) to approve Resolution 2024-022 adopting the Fee Schedule for Cheese and Wine Sponsorship, Programs, and Merchandise.

Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:

AYES: Uribe, Hernandez, Jones Cruz, Barber-Martinez, and Mayor O’Brien NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
Item 10.3 Resolution Authorizing a 9.4% Inflationary Adjustment Increase to the City of Riverbank System Development Fees Based on the Construction Cost Index to be effective May 15, 2024. It is recommended that the City Council continue this public hearing to the next regular City Council meeting on May 14, 2024, due to inaccuracies in the initially published fees. The corrected fees have been reissued, along with a notification for the public hearing scheduled for May 14, 2024. * Item to be Continued.

City Manager Garcia recommended the Public Hearing be continued to the next regular city council meeting, but allow for Public Comment.

Mayor O’Brien opened the Public Hearing at 6:26 P.M.

Mayor O’Brien closed the Public Hearing at 6:26 P.M.

There being no public comments, Mayor O’Brien brought the item back to the City Council.

ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Uribe / Barber-Martinez 5/0) to continue the Public Hearing for Item 10.1 to the May 14th, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting.

Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:

AYES: Uribe, Hernandez, Jones Cruz, Barber-Martinez, and Mayor O’Brien NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None

11. NEW BUSINESS
The Public Notice for Item 11.1 was published on 4/10 in the Riverbank News.

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Item 11.1 A Resolution Approving the Stanislaus Urban County and Stanislaus Home Consortium Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan (APP) and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the CDBG and Home Consortium Agreement for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. It is recommended that the City Council open the Community Meeting, accept Public Comment, and consider adopting a Resolution approving Stanislaus Urban County and Home Consortium Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the CDBG and HOME Consortium Agreement for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Housing Specialist Ibanez, gave a comprehensive staff report and PowerPoint presentation on Stanislaus Urban County and Home Consortium Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP).

City Council Discussed item with City Staff.

Mayor O’Brien opened Public comment at 6.43 P.M.

Bianca Lopez, I'm a resident here of Riverbank. I am just wondering how information on these programs and spending is getting to the link, to those who are limited in English proficiency and what the plan is for the city to do, outreach, to educate community members on what you're discussing here today.

Madisen Eve, I don't actually live in Riverbank, but based off of this subject I was wondering if there were any other, you guys had mentioned that there isn't enough housing in the community. In order to push these programs forward. I was just wondering if you guys feel that there's any other sort of situations that you might face while trying to get these programs out to people. And if there's any other obstacles you feel are going to come across your guys’ way. Thank you.

Evelyn Halbert, Riverbank Resident, I just have a question, Mayor O'Brien, was speaking about imminent domain. He said he was serious about it. I just wonder how would an imminent domain program work?
Mayor O’Brien closed public comment at 6:58 P.M.

There being no further public comment, Mayor O’Brien brought the item back to City Council.

ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Hernandez /Uribe 5/0) to adopt Resolution 2024-023 approving the Stanislaus Urban County and Stanislaus Home Consortium Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan (APP) and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the CDBG and Home Consortium Agreement for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

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Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:

AYES: Uribe, Hernandez, Jones Cruz, Barber-Martinez, and Mayor O’Brien NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
Item 11.2 A Resolution to Approve an Employment Agreement Between the City of Riverbank and Joshua Mann as Director of Community
Development and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Agreement- It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a Resolution which will approve an Employment Agreement with Joshua Mann as the new Director of Community Development.

City Manager Garcia gave a comprehensive staff report and PowerPoint presentation on the employment agreement between the City of Riverbank and Joshua Mann as Director of Community Development.

City Council Discussed item with City Staff.

Joshua Mann, would like to thank City Council for the opportunity to serve the City of Riverbank and also thank you to Marisela for making the recruitment process as painless as possible. I’m excited to get started, can’t wait to meet the staff and get here on May 6 th
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There being no public comment, Mayor O’Brien brought the item back to City Council.

ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Jones Cruz / Uribe 5/0) to adopt Resolution 2024-024 approving the Employment Agreement between the City of Riverbank and Joshua Mann as Director of Community Development.

Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:

AYES: Uribe, Hernandez, Jones Cruz, Barber-Martinez, and Mayor O’Brien NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None

12. COMMENTS/REPORTS
A brief report on notable attendance of a meeting or conference or other notable topics of City business shall be made. The Brown Act does not allow for discussion or action of items by the City Council/LRA Board during this time.

Item 12.1 Staff
City Manager Garcia reported on the following:
• Third Annual Founders Day Carnival, which will run from 12:00pm to 5:00pm at the Community Center Park.
• Second Annual health Fair located inside the Community Center from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
• Love Riverbank will be having their kick off at 8:00am in the Community Center Gazebo.

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• The Parks and Recreation Department has received 7 applications for their Parks & Advisory Board. Currently, Michael is reviewing those and conducting interviews, and we hope to have some nominees to present to you for appointment at the upcoming meeting.
• On May 14th, as Michael indicated earlier, we’ll be coming back to council with an item regarding some of the proposed programs and projects for the Cheese and Wine. Should you have any suggestions, please feel free to reach out to Michael and he can evaluate and incorporate those as part as the conversation. • The River Walk EIR continues to be available for review and public comment. We have extended the public comment period to Thursday, May 16th at 5:00pm.

Item 12.2 Council/Authority Member
Councilmember Hernandez reported on the following:
• This last week Council Member Barber-Martinez and I went to Sacramento for an opportunity to legislate with our state representatives along with Cal cities. We did so as a group with other Central Valley elected officials and you know; one example is visiting with Assembly Member Heath Flora, who's our representative to talk about, the importance of our small communities and the control that we should have over our development. I did plug our Sierra house grand opening, and I'm seeing it on record, he said he would attend our Ribbon Cutting. • I hope everyone comes out after Love Riverbank, we have the Founders Day Carnival, where the Sister Cities Committee is going to have a Dunk tank. We've been mentioning that every time, and so a few of us up here are going to participate in that we encourage you to come out.

Councilmember Uribe reported on the following:
• Love Riverbank this Saturday, just for clarification, one of the projects, . the river cleanup. The photo was a little misleading there, it kind of shows people in the river, that’s not at all what we'll be doing. You will be on manmade trails on the side of the river. Just kind of picking up trash there, just showing some love for the city.
• Immediately after that, please join us at the Founders Day Carnival, we do have a fundraiser for sister cities. Rachel will be going in the dunk tank from 12 to 1:00pm, the mayor will follow up from 1 to 2:00pm. Randy who’s done all the work for the Love Riverbank with the help of a really strong committee, will be going from 2 to 3:00pm. Our Chief will be joining us from 3 to 4:00pm and I will be rounding it out from 4 to 5:00pm. So, pick and choose who you’d like to dunk. Please support and see you all there.

Councilmember Barber-Martinez reported on the following:
• I was able to go to Sacramento to meet with our legislators and representatives, and I was able to talk about the high raising cost of PG&E. And I was asking if there was anything that they could do to try to help us out, because our residents are coming to our city council meetings and asking, is there anything that the city council can do? So, you know, don't know how effective I was, but at least I brought

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it up and let them know that you know we are concerned, and we all are feeling this the same pain of, you know the high rising costs.
• The educational sessions that I went to talked about districting and redistricting, redistricting and: regional approach to homelessness by regional board, and that reminded me of our Stanislaus Homeless Alliance, kind of like the same efforts that we do to try to look at homelessness, and what we can do to not duplicate the same services.
• Then also interim housing solutions. And one of the quotes that I thought was very interesting, and it hit me, made me think was that “Be the best part of someone's day” Made me think a lot about if we could just do that and keep that in mind as we meet someone as we talk to somebody, even somebody that you don't know just be the best part of someone’s day.
• For Love Riverbank, cookies will be delivered to our first responders and public service departments and employees, and that's going to be delivered on Thursday, because I won't be here for the weekend. But I do have a lot of volunteers. So, I want to say thank you to everyone that has decided to help me deliver cookies, and I'm sure it'll be much, much appreciated, Thursday10 o’clock at my office.

Vice Mayor Jones Cruz reported on the following:
• Hoping to see you all at Founders Day Carnival this weekend and Love Riverbank.

Item 12.3 Mayor/Chair
Mayor O’Brien reported on the following:
• On the outreach, the way that for that outreach, are we contracting with a PIO? And when we do that, maybe that could be one of the major items. • Another item, which I’ve always wondered, was a total community calendar. The link kind of like what the Chamber does and other organizations do. That doesn't have to be all on one page. But let's say you have a calendar on the spreadsheet, which I can do, but you have multiple sheets, and you can click on which one that you want to. So, when it comes time for scheduling; we schedule something, it'll come up as a conflict, and we find out what conflict, because there's a lot of things that we have out there that conflicts with a lot of other items. And it's not all within the cities. It's within the county and county organizations.
• Senator Alvarado Gill came and saw Marisela and myself a couple of weeks ago. We sat and talked about housing and ports. I have a grave concern about getting goods in and out of starting in May, because of the new restrictions from the Air Board
• Also addressed, PG&E shortly It appears that we’ve given the authorities to Regulators and the CPUC, because no one can control them. And it was omitted when the Lieutenant Governor was here, he said, I’m the Economic Development Officer, but doesn’t have the authority anymore, because Governor Brown took it from Lieutenant Governor Newsom at the time, because he didn't trust him. But that's not what I mean? That's not a reason. That's an excuse. So, we're just giving everything away to the regulators. And we just had, as of last

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Thursday, stronger, stricter, water restrictions throughout and that is going to affect us here in the future and is one reason why we’re looking ahead, trying to get the ability to recharge using a tertiary system or aquifer because they’re shutting down farmer’s ability to agriculture, to farm because of water restrictions. They’re going to be doing the same thing here, and it's not cities they're going after they're going after the farms. So, whatever we do, we have to say, Riverbank we have to protect ourselves. Yes, we have to do what the State says. But how can we make it fit Riverbank?

13. CLOSED SESSION
The public will have a limit of 3 minutes to comment on Closed Session item(s) as set forth on the agenda prior to the City Council/LRA Board recessing to Closed Session.

Item 13.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9) Name of Case: City of Riverbank v. Schneider Electric Buildings America,Inc.

Item 13.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)) Number of Potential Cases: 1
There being no further Public Comments, Mayor O’Brien moved to Closed Session at 7:16 P.M.

Reconvened from Closed Session at 7:56P.M.

14.1 REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Item 14.1 Report from Closed Session Item 13.1
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9) Name of Case: City of Riverbank v. Schneider Electric Buildings America,Inc.

ACTION: Direction was provided staff.

Item 14.2 Report from Closed Session Item 13.2
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)) Number of Potential Cases: 1
ACTION: Direction was provided staff.

15. ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR MEETING
There being no further business, Mayor / Chair O’Brien adjourned the regular meeting at 7:57 P.M.to the next regular scheduled City Council / LRA Meeting of May 14, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.

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ATTEST: (Adopted 05/14/2024) APPROVED:

Gabriela Hernandez Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk / LRA Recorder Mayor/ Chair
From: Annabel D. Gammon
To: City Clerk; Marisela Garcia
Subject: Public Comment for Council Meeting, April 23, 2024 Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 3:49:13 PM
Good evening Mayor O' Brien and Council Members,
I would like to comment on the the Comment made by Dave Romano on April 9, 2024:

Mr. Romano stated, " I always think it's important that there be a few facts that we're able to look at the reality of what's going on. So, I ordered, I didn't really want to do it, but I ordered a book called "The population Bomb" for those of you that know about the population bomb. It was written in 1968 by a Stanford professor who told us that the battle to feed all of humanity is over. In the 1970's and 1980's, hundreds of millions of people will starve to death in spite of any crash programs embarked upon them. This is one of the premier scientists still today in the United States. And the reality is none of this catastrophe has come to pass. An, so, I think when we look at ag land and ag conversion, how we use our agricultural land. Facts are always important from the 50 years since this book was written from the period of 1970 20 2020, Stanislaus County has grown from about 260,000 residents to about 550,000 residents. The world has grown from about 3.7 billion to 7.8 billion people for both of those that's about a 100 to 110 growth rate. In the same period, based upon Stanislaus County, Ag. Commissioner's reports. Our harvested acreage in Stanislaus County has increased from 780,000 acres to over 909,000 acres. And our farm value has grown from 232 million to over 3.5 billion, a 15 fold increase.

When we develop, ag land is paved over. But, our farmers are resilient. They're adaptable. We've continued to find ways, not only to feed the world. But to continue to grow our crops. And so, you would think that even in this window, the prices of food increasing, that what food costs us at the grocery store would increase. According to the USDA in 1970 we spent about 13% of our budget on food. Today, it's about 10%. So, we continue to produce food. We continue to grow crops. We continue to use our land more effectively, and we continue to get cheaper and better food. Even with an increase in how much we eat out. So, I think it's important that when we look at land we understand that we need to use land to benefit all the people."
My comments are:

The Population Bomb publication was revisited by Paul R. Erlich and Anne H.

Erlick, the co-authors of the book, in 1968 with a publication " The Population Bomb Revisited". Their book predicted utter doom for the planet that didn't happen. The book however helped launch a worldwide debate that continues today.It launched a debate that continues today to the fundamental issue of the Earth's finite capacity to sustain human civilization. The book provided a ATTACHMENT 2
useful lens for viewing the environmental, energy and food crisis of the present time.

So though I agree with Mr. Romano that our farmers are resilient and adaptable, I disagree that this makes it okay to "pave over agricultural land to benefit all the people."
We just celebrated Earth Day and continue to feel its significance. The first earth day was revolutionary. 51 years ago, some 20 million Americans protested and demanded that the government curb pollution, protect wildlife and conserve natural resources. This is interesting for me because I feel those who oppose River Walk are protesting the same issues with the City of Riverbank, 51 years ago, the government leaders listened. In the years after the first Earth Day, the Environmental Protection agency was founded. Congress passed the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act, among other powerful environmental laws. In short, Earth Day changed the trajectory of our country and the world. I hope we take a pause and think of these facts and history and how we can benefit all the people.

Thank you for your kind attention,
Annabel D. Gammon

Item 9.3 – CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.3
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Authorization for Out of State Travel for Council Member Rachel Hernandez to Attend the 2024 Asian Pacific American Leadership Foundation National Summit in Las Vegas, NV June 19-21, 2024 From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider providing authorization for an out-ofstate travel request from Council Member Rachel Hernandez to attend the Asian Pacific American Leadership Foundation (APALF) National Summit in Las Vegas, NV from June 19-21, 2024.

SUMMARY
Council member Rachel Hernandez received a scholarship to attend the 1st Annual APALF National Summit in Las Vegas, NV from June 19-21, 2024. The Summit is a project of the Asian Pacific Leadership Foundation 501c3. Its purpose is to engage the AAPI community in active civic participation by creating, supporting, building, and strengthening the local community infrastructure to help prepare and train AAPI Leaders for public service. Some of their goals include encouraging AAPI Leaders to be active and become leaders in their local community and providing AAPI Leaders with the tools and skills to make contributions to American civic life.

STRATEGIC PLAN
While not directly related to the City’s Specific Plan, attending conferences and trainings that benefit the City of Riverbank and its residents is always encouraged.

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FINANCIAL IMPACT
Council Member Hernandez has received a scholarship that would pay for registration and the hotel stay. The City would cover travel expenses such as the flight, meals, and travel to and from the airport.

ATTACHMENTS
None.

Item 9.4 - CC/LRA 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.4
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject/ Title: Resolution to Award Bid for the Crossroads Elementary School Raised Crosswalks Project to RF General Engineering, Inc. and Authorize Execution of Future Change Orders
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Development Services Administration Manager Laura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that City Council approve two (2) actions by a roll call vote:

1. Adopt a Resolution to Award bid to the lowest responsible bidder, RF General Engineering, Inc.; and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Change Orders within total project budget.

SUMMARY
On November 8, 2016 the Stanislaus County voters approved a ½ cent sales tax measure (Measure L) to fund local and regional transportation projects and programs.

On April 23, 2024 the Riverbank City Council approved and adopted the revised 2024 City of Riverbank Expenditure Plan Project List for Measure L Funds. This project was listed under the Traffic Management Improvements.

The bid opening was held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 to consider the bids for the Crossroads Elementary School Raised Crosswalks Project. The following bids were received:

RF General Engineering, Inc. $126,643.25
United Pavement Maintenance, Inc. $183,253.00
FBD Vanguard $209,733.00

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Work on the project includes, but is not limited to, furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and incidentals necessary to construct all curb, gutter, raised crosswalks, sidewalk, asphalt paving, striping, traffic control and all other work included on the plans for the above mentioned project.

Bids have been reviewed and RF General Engineering, Inc. has been identified as the lowest responsible bidder for the project.

It is requested that the City Council provide the City Manager authorization to execute Change Orders if they are within total budget.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
Funding has been programmed for this project with Measure L Funds, $148,000.00.

ATTACHMENT

1. Draft City Council Resolution 2024-

2. Site Map

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CC Resolution 2024-

CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2024-___

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,

CALIFORNIA, TO AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE

CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RAISED CROSSWALKS PROJECT
WITH RF GENERAL ENGINEERING, INC.,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $126,643.25, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO

EXECUTE SAID CONTRACT AND APPROVE THE CHANGE ORDERS UP TO THE PROJECT CONTINGENCY FUND OF $21,356.75

THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:

WHEREAS, the Crossroads Elementary School Raised Crosswalks Project includes construct all curb, gutter, raised crosswalks, sidewalk, asphalt paving, striping, traffic control; and
WHEREAS, the City published a Notice to Bidders inviting interested bidders to submit their sealed bids for the Project; and
WHEREAS, on May 2, 2024, the City of Riverbank received three (3) bids and publicly opened and read the bids; and
WHEREAS, the apparent responsive and responsible low bidder is RF General Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $126,643.25; and
WHEREAS, staff also recommends that the City Council approve a project contingency of $21,356.75 for the Project to fund additional work as needed during renovation and construction; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank hereby approves a contract with RF General Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $126,643.25; and
AND NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank authorizes the City Manager to execute the said contract and approve change orders up to the project contingency funds of $21,356.75.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May, 2024; motioned by Councilmember ATTACHMENT 1

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CC Resolution 2024-
________, seconded by Councilmember _________, and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

ATTEST: APPROVED:
_________________________ _____________________________ Gabriela Hernandez Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Contract

SITE MAP

CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY RAISED CROSSWALK PROJECT
ATTACHMENT 2

Item 9.5– CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.5
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Resolution to Waive the Rental Fees for the Community Center for the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce Business Exposition Event on June 13, 2024
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Director of Parks and Recreation

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider waiver of the fees for the Community Center in the amount of $600.00 by transferring $600.00 to the revenues account for the Miscellaneous Revenues account for Parks and Recreation from the City General Fund for the Business Exposition event contingent on the following:
• The organization pays a $500.00 refundable security deposit. • The organization pays all other fees associated with hosting the event (ABC license, insurance, security, materials, equipment, etc.) • Abides by all city facility rental policies and procedures. • Abides by all city, state, and federal laws, policies, and guidelines for special events.
• Lists the City of Riverbank as a sponsor on all advertising and marketing material for the Business Exposition event.

SUMMARY
The Riverbank Chamber of Commerce has asked the Parks and Recreation Department to reserve the Community Center for June 13, 2024 for their Business Exposition Event.

The organization has also requested that the rental fees of $600.00 be waived as the organization will be hosting this free event that will be serving the community and its local small businesses. The Parks and Recreation Department does not have an approved policy that gives them the authority to waive facility fees and so the department is requesting the city council to do so.

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In doing so, the Parks and Recreation Department will be following its normal procedures with rentals, which include administrative efforts to ensure the organization has met all of the requirements to rent the facility. These costs are typically covered in the rental fee, however, if waived, the department and the facility would operate at a loss to host the event. The Parks and Recreation Department is requesting the City Council to transfer the community center rental fee cost of $600.00 to the revenue account for Miscellaneous Revenue for Parks and so that the mentioned costs, plus other miscellaneous costs of using the Community Center, like utilities, can be covered by the General Fund.

BACKGROUND
The City of Riverbank has met with the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce on one occasion in preparation for their Business Exposition event at the Community Center. On April 23rd, 2024, the organization met with department staff to discuss the event and request waivers for fees for the event.

The City has recently waived the rental fee associated with the city’s facilities for the City of Riverbank Historical Society for their annual Mother’s Day Breakfast Fundraiser Event, the Mexico Magico Event in June, and the Juneteenth Event. The city has performed similar actions for other organizations in the past.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
The financial impact of waiving the rental fee for the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce would be overhead costs of the group using the facilities incurred onto the Parks and Recreation Department. The Department is requesting that $600.00 be transferred from the City’s General Fund and placed into the account for miscellaneous revenues to mitigate the department taking on the additional expenditures for the event.

STRATEGIC PLAN
According to the city’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan, it states, “when planning programs and services, a department should consider the network of opportunities afforded by other organizations such as nonprofits, schools, other public agencies, and the private sector. Departments should also recognize where gaps in service provision occur and consider how unmet needs can be addressed.” Creating the opportunity for the organization, a nonprofit, to host a community event would fill in ‘gaps’ that the parks and recreation department is currently unavailable to fill.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution 2024-XXX

CC/LRA – 05/14/2024
CC Resolution 2024-

CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2024-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,

CALIFORNIA WAIVING RENTAL FEES FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTER FOR THE

RIVERBANK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPOSITION EVENT ON JUNE 13, 2024

THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:

WHEREAS, the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce plays a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and community development within our city; and WHEREAS, small businesses form the backbone of our local economy, contributing significantly to employment opportunities and the vibrancy of our community; and
WHEREAS, the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce seeks to support local small businesses by organizing a Business Exposition aimed at providing them with a platform to showcase their products and services, network with potential customers and partners, and stimulate economic activity; and
WHEREAS, the rental fee for the community center presents a barrier to the Riverbank Chamber of Commerce in their efforts to host the Business Exposition; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of Riverbank as follows:

Section 1: The City of Riverbank hereby waives the rental fee for the Business Exposition event to be held at the Community Center on June 13, 2024 in the amount of $600.00 contingent on the following
• The organization pays a $500.00 refundable security deposit. • The organization pays all other fees associated with hosting the event (ABC license, insurance, security, materials, equipment, etc.) • Abides by all city facility rental policies and procedures. • Abides by all city, state, and federal laws, policies, and guidelines for special events.
• Lists the City of Riverbank as a sponsor on all advertising and marketing material for the Business Exposition event.

ATTACHMENT 1

CC/LRA – 05/14/2024
CC Resolution 2024-
Section 2: Transfer of Funds
The City Council authorizes the transfer of $600.00 from the General Fund to the Miscellaneous Revenues account for Parks and Recreation. These funds are designated to offset the costs associated with hosting the Business Exposition Event, thereby mitigating any impacts on the Parks and Recreation Department budget.

Section 3: Effective Date
This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May, 2024; motioned by Councilmember __________, seconded by Councilmember __________, and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of ______:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk Mayor

Item 9.6– CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.6
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Resolution to Waive the Rental Fees for the Community Center and Community Center Park Gazebo for the Juneteenth
Celebration Event on June 19, 2024
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Director of Parks and Recreation

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider waiver of the fees for the Community Center and Community Center Park Gazebo in the amount of $1,810.00 by transferring $1,810.00 to the revenues account for the Miscellaneous Revenues account for Parks and Recreation from the City General Fund for the Juneteenth Celebration event contingent on the following:
• The organization pays a $600.00 refundable security deposit. • The organization pays all other fees associated with hosting the event (ABC license, insurance, security, materials, equipment, etc.) • Abides by all city facility rental policies and procedures. • Abides by all city, state, and federal laws, policies, and guidelines for special events.
• Lists the City of Riverbank as a sponsor on all advertising and marketing material for the Juneteenth event.

It is also recommended that the City Council considers rescinding Resolution 2024-019 that waived the facility rental fee for the Plaza Del Rio to host the Juneteenth Celebration Event for 2024.

SUMMARY
Sullie Entertainment Production has asked the Parks and Recreation Department to reserve the Community Center and the Community Center Park Gazebo for June 19, 2024 for their Juneteenth Celebration event. The organization has also requested that the

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rental fees of $1,810.00 be waived as the organization will be hosting this free event that will be serving the community. The Parks and Recreation Department does not have an approved policy that gives them the authority to waive facility fees and so the department is requesting the city council to do so.

In doing so, the Parks and Recreation Department will be following its normal procedures with rentals, which include administrative efforts to ensure the organization has met all of the requirements to rent the facility. These costs are typically covered in the rental fee, however, if waived, the department and the facility would operate at a loss to host the event. The Parks and Recreation Department is requesting the City Council to transfer the community center rental fee cost of $1,810.00 to the revenue account for Miscellaneous Revenue for Parks and so that the mentioned costs, plus other miscellaneous costs of using the Community Center and the Community Center Park Gazebo, like utilities, can be covered by the General Fund.

With the new location of the Juneteenth event, Resolution 2024-019 to waive the facility rental fee for the Plaza Del Rio, is no longer applicable. It is requested that city council rescind the wavier of the Plaza Del Rio to accommodate the recent request of using a new facility.

BACKGROUND
The City of Riverbank has met with Sullie Entertainment Production on one occasion in preparation for their Juneteenth Celebration event at the Plaza Del Rio. On April 10, 2024, the organization met with department staff to discuss the event and request waivers for fees and financial assistance for the event.

At the April 23rd City Council meeting, the council voted to waive the fees for the use of the Plaza Del Rio. Shortly after, Sullie Entertainment requested to move the location of the event to the Community Center and the Community Center Gazebo. This change was reducing their costs in providing portable restrooms and providing blockades for traffic control. The Parks and Recreation Department does not have an established policy in place that allows the department to waive facility fees for any group or organization, hence the desire to present this item to the City Council for their consideration.

The city has recently waived the rental fee associated with the city’s facilities for the City of Riverbank Historical Society for their annual Mother’s Day Breakfast Fundraiser Event and the Mexico Magico event in June. The city has performed similar actions for other organizations in the past.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
The financial impact of waiving the rental fee for Sullie Entertainment Production would be overhead costs of the group using the facilities incurred onto the Parks and Recreation Department. The Department is requesting that $1,810.00 be transferred from the City’s General Fund and placed into the account for miscellaneous revenues to mitigate the department taking on the additional expenditures for the event.

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STRATEGIC PLAN
According to the city’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan, it states, “when planning programs and services, a department should consider the network of opportunities afforded by other organizations such as nonprofits, schools, other public agencies, and the private sector. Departments should also recognize where gaps in service provision occur and consider how unmet needs can be addressed.” Creating the opportunity for the organization, a nonprofit, to host a community event would fill in ‘gaps’ that the parks and recreation department is currently unavailable to fill.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution 2024-XXX

CC/LRA – 05/14/2024
CC Resolution 2024-

CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2024-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,

CALIFORNIA WAIVING RENTAL FEES FOR THE COMMUNITY CENTER AND

COMMUNITY CENTER PARK GAZEBO FOR THE JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION EVENT ON JUNE 19, 2024 AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION 2024-019.

THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:

WHEREAS, Juneteenth is a significant historical event commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, and it is celebrated annually on June 19th; and
WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank recognizes the importance of celebrating Juneteenth and promoting cultural awareness and unity within the community; and WHEREAS, an event is planned to celebrate Juneteenth at the Community Center and the Community Center Park on June 19, 2024, and the event organizers have requested support from the City of Riverbank to facilitate the event; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank acknowledges the value of supporting community events that promote diversity, inclusion, and historical awareness; and WHEREAS, the event promoter has requested a change in venue location from the Plaza Del Rio for the Juneteenth Celebration event to the Riverbank Community Center and Community Center Park Gazebo;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of Riverbank as follows:

Section 1: The City of Riverbank hereby waives the rental fee for the Juneteenth Celebration event to be held at the Community Center and Community Center on June 19, 2024 in the amount of $1,810.00 contingent on the following • The organization pays a $600.00 refundable security deposit. • The organization pays all other fees associated with hosting the event (ABC license, insurance, security, materials, equipment, etc.) • Abides by all city facility rental policies and procedures. • Abides by all city, state, and federal laws, policies, and guidelines for special events.
• Lists the City of Riverbank as a sponsor on all advertising and marketing material for the Juneteenth event.

ATTACHMENT 1

CC/LRA – 05/14/2024
CC Resolution 2024-
Section 2: Transfer of Funds
The City Council authorizes the transfer of $1,810.00 from the General Fund to the Miscellaneous Revenues account for Parks and Recreation. These funds are designated to offset the costs associated with hosting the Juneteenth Event, thereby mitigating any impacts on the Parks and Recreation Department budget.

Section 3: Effective Date
This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.

Section 4: Rescinding Resolution 2024-019
Rescind Resolution 2024-019 that was approved on April 23, 2024 due to the event promoter’s request to change the event venue location.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May, 2024; motioned by Councilmember __________, seconded by Councilmember __________, and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of ______:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk Mayor

Item 10.1– CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10.1
SECTION 10: PUBLIC HEARINGS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Resolution Authorizing a 9.4% Inflationary Adjustment Increase to the City of Riverbank System Development Fees Based on the Construction Cost Index to be effective May 15, 2024.

From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Tammy Alcantor, Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a resolution authorizing a 9.4% Inflationary Adjustment increase to the City of Riverbank System Development Fees (also known as Development Impact Fees) based on the Construction Cost Index.

SUMMARY
Resolution 2015-021 adopted on March 24, 2015 authorizes the City to review the Construction Cost Index by City (as published monthly in the Engineering News Records), and may increase System Development Fees by the same percentage of increase in said index.

System Development Fees were last increased in 2023, we believe it is prudent to present a fee increase based on the aforementioned Index.

BACKGROUND
The purpose of a System Development Fee is to provide a rational and equitable basis for the expansion of capital facilities to accommodate the impacts created by new development. For many years, traditional sources of infrastructure funding have been inadequate to maintain the existing systems, leaving no revenue available to expand the system to meet growing needs. Development fees provide a mechanism where new development cumulatively mitigates their total impact on the city’s systems on a proportionate basis to their individual impact by paying fees to expand the systems based on the relative size of the development.

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In 2015 City staff, with the assistance of the AECOM consulting group, underwent a significant update to the previously adopted 2005 System Development Fees. This update resulted in a fee program that reflected community infrastructure needs for the planned growth delineated in the 2005-2025 General Plan.

Because the fees are established in order to address future infrastructure needs, staff wanted to ensure that the City Council would have the ability to apply a cost inflation factor in order to address future construction cost increases. Resolution 2015-021 allows the City to propose a fee increase based on the “Construction Cost Index by City” published monthly in the Engineering News Record (see Exhibit A). Based on the San Francisco and Los Angeles ENR Cost Index for 2023, staff is proposing a 9.4% increase in all System Development Fees.

The proposed fee levels are as follows:
2024 PROPOSED FEE LEVELS

SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEES
TO BE EFFECTIVE MAY 15, 2024

STRATEGIC PLAN
This is directly related to the City’s Strategic Plan Goals to Achieve and Maintain Financial Stability and Sustainability and Maintain and Improve the City’s Infrastructure and Service Delivery Systems.

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FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no negative financial impact associated with the application of the inflationary adjustment increase.

ATTACHMENT

1. ENR’s Cost Indexes

2. Resolution 2024-XXX
Exhibit A: Proposed 2024 System Development Fees
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CC Resolution 2024-

CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2024 - XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A 9.4% INFLATIONARY ADJUSTMENT INCREASE

TO THE CITY OF RIVERBANK SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEES BASED ON THE CONSTRUCTION COST INDEX TO BE EFFECTIVE MAY 15, 2024.

THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Riverbank adopted Resolution 2015- 021 on March 24, 2015 which established revised System Development Fees; and WHEREAS, Section 5 of Resolution 2015-021 authorizes the City to review and recommend an increase to the System Development Fees based on the Construction Cost Index by City (as published monthly in the Engineering News Records) as of January 1 of each year; and
WHEREAS, in order to ensure that the fee program accurately reflects the rising costs of construction it is prudent to recommend an increase to the 2023 System Development Fees; and
WHEREAS, the January 2024 Construction Cost Index by City for San Francisco and Los Angeles was determined to be 9.4%; and
WHEREAS, a 9.4% cost inflation factor has been used in order to determine the proposed 2024 System Development Fees.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank authorizes a 9.4% Inflationary Adjustment Increase to the 2023 System Development Fees as presented in Exhibit A.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May, 2024; motioned by Councilmember , seconded by Councilmember , and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of :

AYES:

NAYS:

ATTACHMENT 2

CC/LRA – 05/14/24
CC Resolution No. 2024-XXX
ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Exhibit A: 2024 System Development Fees

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CC Resolution No. 2024-XXX

EXHIBIT A
2024 PROPOSED FEE LEVELS

SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEES
EFFECTIVE MAY 15, 2024

Item 11.1– CC/LRA – 05/14/2024

RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 11.1
SECTION 11: NEW BUSINESS
Meeting Date: May 14, 2024
Subject: Resolution to Appoint Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Sara Malough, Alex Rodriguez, and Corinna Romo to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Director of Parks and Recreation

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council appoint Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Sara Malough, Alex Rodriguez, and Corinna Romo to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.

SUMMARY
On February 13, 2024, the Riverbank City Council authorized the creation of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee would be to advise the Parks and Recreation Department and the city on related matters from the resident’s perspective. The committee would engage in the planning, community outreach, and policy recommendations while being governed by bylaws. To apply to be a part of the five-seat committee, the city council has approved an application process that Riverbank residents would need to complete to be considered.

The city has received eight applications. With the applications, the Parks and Recreation Director performed one on one in-person interviews with each applicant to discuss committee expectations, gauge interest, and determine how the applicant’s experience would be resourceful for the department.

After reviewing applications and performing interviews, the Parks and Recreation Director is providing a recommendation to the city council on who to appoint to be on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.

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BACKGROUND
With the approval to form the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, the Parks and Recreation Department began accepting applications on February 15, 2024. By the end of March, the city had received four applications. The Parks and Recreation Director reviewed applications and interviewed each applicant. After these discussions, the department performed a second round to receive and review applications. With the second round, the department received an additional four applications. The Parks and Recreation Director repeated the process and met with each applicant personally.

After review and consideration, the Parks and Recreation Director is prepared to provide a recommendation to the city council on who to fill the available positions. The recommended applicants are Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Sara Malough, Alex Rodriguez, and Corinna Romo.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact.

STRATEGIC PLAN
The item directly addresses the city-adopted Parks and Recreation Master Plan to “Engage volunteers in the delivery of programs and services to build advocacy and support for the park and recreation systems.” The creation of a Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for the city will provide an opportunity for residents to be involved with the municipality and contribute to the formation of parks and recreation in Riverbank.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution 2024-XXX

2. Application- Calvin Campbell

3. Application- Corinna Romo

4. Application- Seabre Dillard

5. Application- Sammi Martinez

6. Application- Ynez Venegas

7. Application- Sara Malough

8. Application- Alex Rodriguez

9. Application- Evelyn Halbert

CC/LRA – 05/14/2024
CC Resolution 2024-

CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2024-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA TO

APPOINT SEABRE DILLARD, SAMMI MARTINEZ, ALEX RODRIGUES, SARA

MALOUGH, AND CORINNA ROMO TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY

COMMITTEE

THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:

WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for the City of Riverbank plays a crucial role in advising the city council on matters related to parks, recreational facilities, and programs; and
WHEREAS, Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Alex Rodriguez, Sara Malough, and Corinna Romo have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service and a passion for enhancing parks and recreational opportunities within the City of Riverbank; and
WHEREAS, their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enrich the discussions and decisions of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Riverbank hereby appoints Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Alex Rodriguez, Sara Malough, and Corinna Romo to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee effective immediately.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Parks and Recreation Director is directed to notify each appointee of their appointment and to provide them with the necessary information and materials to begin their service on the committee.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council expresses its gratitude to Seabre Dillard, Sammi Martinez, Alex Rodriguez, Sara Malough, and Corinna Romo for their willingness to serve the City of Riverbank in this important capacity, and looks forward to their contributions to enhancing the quality of life for all residents through the improvement and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 14th day of May, 2024; motioned by Councilmember __________, seconded by Councilmember __________, and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of ______:

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CC Resolution 2024-
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ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk Mayor
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